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Harrowing aftermath of crash outside school

20 Sep, 2017 12:08pm

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NEW ZEALAND

Magnitude 5.8 quake shakes Invercargill

20 Sep, 2017 1:54pm
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BUSINESS

Seven election questions no one's asking

20 Sep, 2017 10:02am
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BUSINESS

Air NZ relaxing ticket restrictions

20 Sep, 2017 12:33pm
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WORLD

Nurses removed over 'sick' photos with newborns

20 Sep, 2017 8:11am
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SPORT

Parker must avoid the sin of the scorecard

20 Sep, 2017 12:00pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

Ocean's Eight star reveals shocking pay

20 Sep, 2017 1:32pm
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LIFESTYLE

The Warehouse lifts ban on boy over pillow fort

20 Sep, 2017 1:04pm
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NEW ZEALAND

David Seymour: 'I can't afford my own house in Auckland'

20 Sep, 2017 12:38pm
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Act leader says he can't afford a house in Auckland on his MP salary.

WORLD

‘Never heard a more courageous speech’

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20 Sep, 2017 2:19pm
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At least one world leader thought Trump nailed his UN speech.

ENTERTAINMENT

Sonny Bill: The cutest dad ever?

20 Sep, 2017 11:27am
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WARNING: This will be the cutest thing you see all day.

LIFESTYLE

Is this the end of the G-string?

20 Sep, 2017 12:01pm
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Comment: After decades of discomfort, women have finally cracked.

NEW ZEALAND

ADHB manager stole health funds for daughter's birthday

20 Sep, 2017 11:20am
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A senior Auckland District Health Board manager stole thousands in taxpayer dollars.

WORLD

Buildings collapse as quake kills at least 138 in Mexico

20 Sep, 2017 12:34pm
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The 117 Kiwis registered living in Mexico City are being urged to contact NZ embassy.

SPORT

Napier loses Black Caps ODI after turf farce

20 Sep, 2017 2:09pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Live: On the campaign trail - 3 days to go

20 Sep, 2017 7:34am
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SPORT

Steven Adams: Kiwi NBA star taxed to the max

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am
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ESPN investigation - Steven Adams and other NBA stars brought back to earth by tax

ENTERTAINMENT

Winston Peters to kids: We're all doomed

20 Sep, 2017 11:30am
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"When you go nuclear you will potentially destroy the whole planet," Peters tells children

WORLD

Jogger pooping on residents' lawns strikes again

20 Sep, 2017 10:01am
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Act leader says he can't afford a house in Auckland on his MP salary.

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NEW ZEALAND

Interactive: Major policies - who's promising what

5 Sep, 2017 10:14am

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Premium & Indepth

The Big Read: Man told sexual abuse is not a crime

Man reports his foster mum, is told she committed no crime because it was the 1970s.

Premium & Indepth

Why Michael Meredith is closing his much-loved restaurant

The highly regarded chef is ditching his whites to make more of a difference with food

Premium & Indepth

The sad story of baby Mona: A community says goodbye

A baby boy found at a Mangere park last year is to get a funeral thanks to the community.

Latest From New Zealand

NEW ZEALAND

Digger damaged pipeline

20 Sep, 2017 11:20am

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NEW ZEALAND

Kea shooting: Nelson man dodges fine

20 Sep, 2017 2:09pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Almost 1000 attend a FIRST union rally

20 Sep, 2017 12:38pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Magnitude 5.8 quake shakes Invercargill

20 Sep, 2017 1:54pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Pedestrian hit by concrete truck in Matakana

20 Sep, 2017 1:07pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Police seek identity of indecent assault suspect

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Police seek identity of indecent assault suspect

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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WORLD

Focus: Central Mexico rocked by a 7.4 earthquake

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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Local Focus: Whanganui candidates - something people don't know about you

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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Local Focus: From MKR to Bone Broth Bar

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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Local Focus: Te Tai Hauāuru candidates on seabed mining

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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Watch NZH Local Focus: Mood on the streets - Te Puna-Pirirakau

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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Local Focus: Napier candidates - How well do you know Napier?

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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Local Focus: Hauraki-Waikato candidates - local knowledge quiz

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: David Seymour stands by housing claims

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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Local Focus: Ikaroa-Rawhiti candidates' on strengthening the regions

20 Sep, 2017 12:49pm
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Vote 2017

BUSINESS

Fonterra offshoot rallied farmers to march

NEW ZEALAND

Election stunt: Mock currency delivery to education union

NEW ZEALAND

Political Roundup: More lighter sides to elections

NEW ZEALAND

Almost 1000 attend a FIRST union rally

NEW ZEALAND

Braunias: Election time - at primary school

NEW ZEALAND

English: National committed to doing more for environment

BUSINESS

Fonterra offshoot rallied farmers to march

NEW ZEALAND

Election stunt: Mock currency delivery to education union

NEW ZEALAND

Political Roundup: More lighter sides to elections

NEW ZEALAND

Almost 1000 attend a FIRST union rally

NEW ZEALAND

Braunias: Election time - at primary school

NEW ZEALAND

English: National committed to doing more for environment

Latest From Business

BUSINESS

Judith Collins speaks on fuel supply

20 Sep, 2017 12:34pm

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BUSINESS

Air NZ relaxing ticket restrictions

20 Sep, 2017 12:33pm
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BUSINESS

Air NZ says burst pipeline will not hit annual result

20 Sep, 2017 11:20am
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BUSINESS

Comment | 7 election questions no one's asking

20 Sep, 2017 10:02am
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BUSINESS

Fletcher Building kicks off board changes

20 Sep, 2017 10:03am
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BUSINESS

Fonterra offshoot rallied farmers to march

20 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Truckie: 'Unlimited' phone plan untrue

20 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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BUSINESS

iOS 11 won't work on these devices

20 Sep, 2017 9:42am
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BUSINESS

$83k payout after woman sacked for wanting baby

20 Sep, 2017 10:18am
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A Turkish couple has won an $83,000 payout after the woman was sacked for wanting a baby.

BUSINESS

Rents at all-time high for apartments, units

20 Sep, 2017 8:21am
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Rents for apartments, units and townhouses has hit an all-time high across New Zealand.

Brand Insight

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BRAND INSIGHT

Failure is really success

20 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Overcoming fear of the unknown

18 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Fisher Funds: Preparing for an 'Irma' to hit NZ

15 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Shining a light on the future

14 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

'Drama' ahead over tax changes

13 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Voting has never been easier

12 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

All Blacks dream is gone

12 Sep, 2017 4:59am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Voting a serious role for actor

12 Sep, 2017 4:58am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Don't let vote go to the dogs

12 Sep, 2017 4:57am
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Opinion

NEW ZEALAND

Rachel Stewart: Why women will decide this election

20 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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COMMENT: Labour's leader is aspirational for women and won't pull ponytails.

NEW ZEALAND

Brian Rudman: Collins' pipeline to promotion springs leak

20 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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COMMENT: Ms Collins won't want to admit there's any shortcoming in the infrastructure.

New Zealand

Steve Maharey: A political star was born

20 Sep, 2017 5:00am
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COMMENT: Win or lose, Jacinda Ardern has made her mark at this election.

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WORLD

'Never heard a more courageous speech'

updated 28 minutes ago 20 Sep, 2017 2:19pm

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WORLD

Professor 'threw naked hot tub parties'

20 Sep, 2017 1:53pm
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Prestigious university is in crisis, with a professor accused of preying on students.

WORLD

Baby beaten by mum 'mentally scarred'

20 Sep, 2017 1:35pm
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The judge didn't think the injuries called for jail time for the mother.

WORLD

Buildings collapse as quake kills at least 138 in Mexico

20 Sep, 2017 12:34pm
6 minutes to read

The 117 Kiwis registered living in Mexico City are being urged to contact NZ embassy.

WORLD

Jogger pooping on residents' lawns strikes again

20 Sep, 2017 10:01am
2 minutes to read

She was caught with her pants down but the 'mad pooper' has struck again.

Motoring News

Dixon's consistency not matched by teammates

20 Sep, 2017 2:35pm
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AeroMobil: The flying car you can buy right now

20 Sep, 2017 8:23am
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Posrche step away from LMP1, but LMP2 & GTE thrive

20 Sep, 2017 8:13am
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Hyundai Ioniq: Charging up the ranks

20 Sep, 2017 7:44am
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Watch the new Holden Commodore blast around the Nürburgring

19 Sep, 2017 8:00pm
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Dane: SVG's title challenge is over

19 Sep, 2017 3:23pm
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SsangYong's 50 day, 13,000km 'test drive' of new Rexton SUV

19 Sep, 2017 3:17pm
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Ford and Mahindra look to team up with with EV agreement

19 Sep, 2017 12:22pm
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Fuel runs out at petrol stations due to petrol crisis

19 Sep, 2017 12:07pm
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SPORT

Rattue: Higgins mess has Parker on the ropes

20 Sep, 2017 2:40pm

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SPORT

Parker must avoid the sin of the scorecard

20 Sep, 2017 12:00pm
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Kiwi heavyweight cannot afford another power outage in territory.

SPORT

McLean Park loses Black Caps ODI

20 Sep, 2017 2:09pm
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SPORT

Football Ferns crushed by USA

20 Sep, 2017 2:03pm
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SPORT

Kiwi NBA star taxed to the max

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am
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SPORT

How Parker plans to 'punish' Fury

20 Sep, 2017 10:43am
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Joseph Parker says he will "punish" Hughie Fury in the ring on Sunday.

SPORT

France World Cup would stop 'death of rugby'

20 Sep, 2017 10:09am
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Bid head claims France must host 2023 Rugby World Cup to prevent 'the death of rugby'

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NEW ZEALAND

Act Party delivers $1 billion 'DaveBucks' to teacher's union

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am

NEW ZEALAND

MetService Weather Christchurch: September 21st

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am

NEW ZEALAND

MetService Weather Wellington: September 21st

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am

NEW ZEALAND

MetService Weather Auckland: September 21st

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am

NEW ZEALAND

MetService Weather New Zealand: September 20th - 22nd

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am

NEW ZEALAND

'Enrolling to vote is your legal right'

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am

NEW ZEALAND

Labour tackles loan sharks, boarding homes

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am

NEW ZEALAND

Raw: Video captured just moments after North Shore crash

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am

Local Focus: From MKR to Bone Broth Bar

20 Sep, 2017 8:07am

Latest From Entertainment

ENTERTAINMENT

Why Nicole Kidman namedropped Kiwi in Emmys speech

19 Sep, 2017 1:31pm
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Here's why Nicole thanked a Kiwi for being "so loyal to me through my whole life".

ENTERTAINMENT

Taylor Swift sued over 'Shake it Off' lyrics

20 Sep, 2017 8:35am
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A spokesperson for Swift has slammed the lawsuit as "ridiculous" and a "money grab".

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Sonny Bill: The cutest dad ever?

20 Sep, 2017 11:27am
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WARNING: This will be the cutest thing you see all day.

Radio host's real life horror movie moment

20 Sep, 2017 10:41am
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ZM's Fletch has spoken out about his horrible scare in the middle of the night.

Lena Dunham loves Real Housewives of Auckland

19 Sep, 2017 2:05pm
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Girls star Lena Dunham has taken to Instagram to share her love of the Kiwi reality show.

The Bachlelor's Viarni hits back: 'We're still together'

19 Sep, 2017 11:08am
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Lesson here: don't mess with the girls from The Bachelor.

Art and Matilda: Best moments

18 Sep, 2017 3:54pm
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They've pretty much become our Kiwi version of Wills and Kate.

Sam Neill's fancy new look

18 Sep, 2017 2:18pm
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The Hunt for the Wilderpeople star took to Twitter to celebrate his birthday.

Art and Matilda confirm: 'We got engaged!'

17 Sep, 2017 9:47am
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The Bachelor love birds have "made it official" - they're getting married.

Anna Hutchison to marry Hollywood hotshot

17 Sep, 2017 8:18am
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Anna Hutchison has just got engaged to her long-time beau Mike Gillespie.

Revealed: Kiwis set to get hitched at first sight

17 Sep, 2017 8:15am
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Today we can reveal the 12 strangers getting hitched on Married At First Sight NZ.

Getting personal with Bill and Jacinda

17 Sep, 2017 7:56am
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Q&A with Bill English and Jacinda Ardern.

Newshub host jumps ship to TVNZ

15 Sep, 2017 11:10am
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Jenny Suo has called it quits at Three after eight years on the news desk.

Naz's mystery US TV show: Our top five guesses

15 Sep, 2017 8:25am
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We share our theories on what Naz Khanjani's mystery opportunity might be.

Latest From Lifestyle

LIFESTYLE

Is this the end of the G-string?

20 Sep, 2017 12:01pm

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LIFESTYLE

'My brother was deteriorating before my eyes'

20 Sep, 2017 11:00am
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LIFESTYLE

Pressure on Prince Harry to propose

19 Sep, 2017 1:28pm
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Has Rihanna designed the world's ugliest jandals?

20 Sep, 2017 10:51am
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8 bizarre, genius uses for Vicks VapoRub

20 Sep, 2017 8:22am
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Kate's first appearance since pregnancy announcement

19 Sep, 2017 9:50am
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60+ binge-worthy asparagus recipes

20 Sep, 2017 8:34am
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Why Elvis Presley's style is still influential

20 Sep, 2017 7:24am
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The 10 best things you can do for your health

20 Sep, 2017 1:12pm
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After 17 years in health and fitness, Claire Turnbull's top tips.

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Kiwi pageant queen hindered by marriage status

19 Sep, 2017 7:30pm
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What happened when the judges learnt Miss Rotorua is a Mrs.

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Natalie Portman is the new face of Miss Dior

20 Sep, 2017 11:11am

The actress glows in the Miss Dior campaign marking the fragrance's 70th anniversary

Restaurant Review: Huami, City

20 Sep, 2017 6:30am

SkyCity's newcomer hits all of its marks and then some, finds Jesse Mulligan

Non-traditional wedding style inspired by Elvis and Priscilla

20 Sep, 2017 6:30am

A carefree ode to one of rock 'n' roll's most stylish power couples

Why Michael Meredith is closing his much-loved restaurant

20 Sep, 2017 6:15am

The highly regarded chef is ditching his whites to make more of a difference with food

Chef Angelo Georgalli's recipe for steamed buns

19 Sep, 2017 6:30am

Angelo Georgalli shares a recipe for fresh buns from his new book, Angelo's Wild Kitchen

The coolest looks at the Emmys

18 Sep, 2017 1:28pm

Nicole Kidman and Laura Dern are among those shining on the red carpet

Trend watch: Neon lighting up Auckland

18 Sep, 2017 6:30am

Neon signage is taking over Auckland venues, drawing in punters like moths to a flame

15 DIY wedding cakes to impress

18 Sep, 2017 6:28am

Delightful layered cakes that will add a personal touch to your wedding day

Edamame dip recipe

17 Sep, 2017 6:32am

A super quick dip that's a healthy starter when served with corn chips or vegetable sticks

Kate Moss on her luxury wallpaper collaboration

16 Sep, 2017 6:30am

The supermodel has partnered with de Gournay to design an exquisite wallpaper

Michael Kors might change your mind about tie-dye

15 Sep, 2017 12:06pm

The designer offered up tie-dye in pink, blue and green at his New York Fashion Week show

Runway report: Marc Jacobs Spring 2018

15 Sep, 2017 11:11am

Sparkles, big shapes, bold colors, silky wraps: Marc Jacobs' new collection is full of joy

LIFESTYLE

Serena Williams post-baby body

19 Sep, 2017 12:03pm
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A fortnight after giving birth, Williams shares snaps of her post-baby body.

LIFESTYLE

When a legal abortion is denied

19 Sep, 2017 11:36am
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Woman left traumatised after being denied an abortion through North Shore Hospital.

LIFESTYLE

Is this the ultimate wedding guest dress disaster?

19 Sep, 2017 9:54am
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No, they're not the bridesmaids. They're mortified guests.

Latest from Bite

Tamarillo sponge puddings with homemade custard

The sweetest mix of winter and spring

Rich mushroom and rocket fettucini

Easy vegetarian. Meat eaters can add chorizo or bacon

Gooey chocolate milk caramel fudge slice

This certainly does makes for a sweet working week

Spiced salmon with citrus yoghurt

A plate full of spring colours and omega 3s

Spring vegetable soup

Fight off spring colds with a vibrant, nourishing soup chock full of spring veg

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All your favourite bits from today's Bite magazine.

Roast belly pork with Catalan greens

This Catalan-inspired dish is great served with rice or baked potatoes.

Five ingredient harissa chicken traybake

Jamie Oliver has shared this easy, 5 ingredient recipe, straight from his new cookbook.

Low-fat dairy-free chocolate and avocado mousse

Avocado's texture lends itself well to ice-creams, cheesecakes and chocolate mousse.

Brandy snap cake

A crunchy, indulgent celebration cake, perfect for dinner parties.

Beef and flat noodle stir fry

Don't spend lots of money on take out tonight, whip up this easy stir fry instead.

Lamingtons

Sweet and delicious, these homemade lamingtons really are a treat.

Latest From Travel

TRAVEL

He Tangata: Miles Anderson

20 Sep, 2017 12:00pm

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TRAVEL

Five best stays for a landmark shot

20 Sep, 2017 11:16am
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Five hotels in Europe where you can capture the world's most photogenic landmarks.

TRAVEL

Is this the end for turbulence?

20 Sep, 2017 9:34am
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Boeing may be on the verge of eliminating the thing about flying passengers hate the most.

TRAVEL

Room check: Ca'Zanardi, Venice

20 Sep, 2017 9:00am
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Dionne Christian checks into Ca'Zanardi, Venice

Latest From Technology

BUSINESS

iOS 11 won't work on these devices

20 Sep, 2017 9:42am

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BUSINESS

Twitter suspends 300,000 accounts tied to terrorism

20 Sep, 2017 7:27am
2 minutes to read

Twitter says improving automation tools are helping block accounts promoting terrorism.

BUSINESS

The Equihax nail in the privacy coffin

19 Sep, 2017 1:53pm
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COMMENT: Equifax didn't have the technical competence to hold the data that it did.

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