NZ honours great and good
New Zealand has three new dames, three more knights and one appointment to the Order of New Zealand in the Queen's Birthday Honours announced today.
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Student becomes property investor
While thousands of Aucklanders despair at their chances of owning a house, a determined 22-year-old student is proof it can be done.
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History says NZ can't lose
New Zealand delivered their best all-round day of the series to take what should be an unassailable grip on the second test against England at Headingley.
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A grateful nation honours citizens
See the full list of New Zealanders honoured in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours.
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Sect leader labelled 'a pervert'
Yvette Olsen, who put Gloriavale sect leader Hopeful Christian in prison, last night spoke to TVNZ's Sunday programme about her personal story.
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Players investigated over orgy video
English Premier League club Leicester has launched an investigation after a newspaper obtained a video that allegedly shows three of its players in an orgy.
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Pupil's life cut short by sniper's bullet
On the honours board at Dilworth School the name of one pupil - Eric Guest Ancell - is inescapable.
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Stadium hope for Warriors
The Warriors and their fans are being offered a lifeline to stay at Mt Smart Stadium.
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Swordfish kills fisher with bill
A fishing boat captain has died after being impaled by a 1.82m-long swordfish in a Hawaiian harbour.
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Winter gets off to a wet start
Winter's first day is forecast to be wet but the weather should improve as June progresses.
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Harrods stocking tea from Hamilton
New Zealand's only commercial tea estate has secured a deal to sell its products in upmarket London department store Harrods.
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World is watching NZ, Uber
Uber's chief strategist has told Transport Minister Simon Bridges that NZ's approach to framing rules concerning the taxi-booking service will be watched around the…
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Top honour for science success
Sir Peter Gluckman has spent a lifetime in laboratories, but his biggest breakthroughs took place over a pint of cold beer at the pub.
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Blatter shoots back defiant barbs
Sepp Blatter went on the offensive over accusations that he has presided over a regime of rampant corruption during his 17 years in charge.
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National
Caution urged ahead of journeys home
On the final day of the long weekend, motorists are being urged to prepare for their journeys home.
Te Puke crash victim named
No hard feelings between Shaw and Hague
There's a promise of no hard feelings, from the new Green Party co-leader, to his former competitors.
Fire guts houses; two flee
Brownlee unaware of police shooting
World
Spotlight on 385 killings by US police
At least 385 people have been shot and killed by police in the United States during the first five months of this year…
Syrian barrel bombs kill 71
The Syrian Air Force dropped barrel bombs on a market and another civilian area of Aleppo province, killing 71 people.
Beijing smokers face tough new limits
Beijing will ban smoking in restaurants, offices and on public transport from today, part of unprecedented curbs welcomed by anti-tobacco advocates.
Rain go away, pleads Texas
People canoe through floodwaters past a stop sign near Bear Creek Park in Houston, Texas. The seemingly ceaseless rain swept across areas of soggy Texas again yesterday...…
Business
Fishing magnate Peter Talley knighted
Fishing magnate Peter Talley is a joint managing director of the Motueka-based Talley's Group. He was appointed Knight companion…
Flying the flag for Gisborne
As well as her work with Pultron and as its managing director, Bronwen Holdsworth has made a significant contribution to the cultural and artistic development of Gisborne…
RBA hold on rates expected after cuts
The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to keep interest rates on hold when it meets this week.
Honour a 'tribute to the Nobilo family'
If each new vintage is like a newborn baby, then Nick Nobilo who today is appointed an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit has a lot of children to keep track…
Politics
Goff joins port campaigners
Labour MP and possible mayoral contender Phil Goff has joined prominent Aucklanders in a second open letter calling on Ports…
Transparency in spending can go further
The Auckland Council deserves kudos for starting to publish details about the spending of ratepayer money.
Cartoon: The Saudi farm issue
Sir Jim's focus on 3 new jobs
New knight Sir Jim McLay starts his three new jobs in Auckland tomorrow and his first task is to plan in detail what they will entail.
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Bite: Come on in winter
Find all your favourite bits from today's Bite magazine online. Follow the hyperlinks in Jo Elwin's editor's letter and…
In today's Bite: Menu magic
Luxury in leather
Think beyond jackets for the ultimate style.
Restaurant review: Nanam, Royal Oak
Creepy, crawly surprise for US man
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Rugby League Highlights: Warriors 24 Knights 20
First half tries to Tui Lolohea, Manu Vatuvei, and Ben Matulino helped the Warriors to a 14-8 halftime lead before second-half…
Warriors hold on against Knights
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Tearful toddlers battle in 'crying sumo'
More than 100 babies faced off in the sumo ring on Saturday in an annual contest pitting crying toddlers against each other in a Japanese tradition believed to bring…
Mourners celebrate life of B.B. King
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Theatre review: Enlightenment, Maidment
There are many different forms of Enlightenment and in the hands of award-winning British playwright Shelagh Stephenson…
Theatre review: Death and the Maiden, The Factory Theatre
Theatre review: Death and the Maiden
Death and the Maiden steers away from specific political considerations and takes on the more difficult issue of how to respond to the dehumanising effects of sanctioned…
Opera review: La Cenerentola, Aotea Centre
Kiwi singer eyes US tour
Travel
Wanaka: Under a supermoon
Danielle Wright snowshoes cross-country in Wanaka to preview a full-moon fondue ski trip at Snow Farm.
Wanaka: Rich rewards
Kia Ora: Woodville
A town rich in history and teeming with native birdlife charms Elisabeth Easther.
Top 5 winter escapes
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Opinion
6 signs you need to slow down
If you are thinking "I don't have time to read this article, I'm too busy" then reading this article is exactly the thing…
Louise Thompson: Giving and receiving
Rodney Hide: Water waste of time and money
Aucklanders can take pride in being the wisest, best and most efficient users of water in the country, writes Rodney Hide.
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Who should start at 10 for the All Blacks?
The injured Beauden Barrett and Colin Slade were left on the sidelines as the legendary Dan Carter and World Cup long shot…
On this form, it's a mistake to rely on Carter for the World Cup
Rattue: Don't rely on Carter for World Cup
Some people saw Dan Carter. I saw Nemani Nadolo. Others heralded a Crusaders turnaround. I'd be more inclined to say the Hurricanes are in trouble.
How NZ took control of test
Winning ugly not a pretty look for Warriors
Rugby
Blues can spoil late Crusaders' finals run
The Blues' finals hopes were dashed weeks ago but, presumably refreshed from their bye week, they still have an important…
Chiefs still have destiny in own hands
They were handed their worst defeat of the season and held tryless for the first time in 25 games - but the Chiefs' finals fate remains firmly in their control.
Ross Filipo: SOS brings a turnaround
I have to be honest, when Chiefs assistant coach Tom Coventry rang me a couple of weeks ago I was more than a little surprised, writes Ross Filipo.
Carter's giant step to the power of 10
Daniel Carter, after a season of inching forward, took a giant step in the right direction against the Hurricanes in Nelson.
