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Josh spoke to CTV as part of its Challenge the Silence series. Photo / CTV

NEW ZEALAND

Raped by a woman: They ask 'why didn't I like it?'

19 Apr, 2019 12:21pm

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NEW ZEALAND

Political Roundup: How the Govt's CGT backdown shocked the left

19 Apr, 2019 1:53pm
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NEW ZEALAND

'Avoid like the plague': Easter traffic grinds to halt on SH1 northbound

19 Apr, 2019 8:13am
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NEW ZEALAND

Fortune names Ardern world's second greatest leader

19 Apr, 2019 11:04am
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WORLD

Four key takeaways from the Mueller report

19 Apr, 2019 11:59am
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SPORT

'He'd destroy rugby': Mentor's surprise prediction for Kiwi sprint sensation

19 Apr, 2019 10:01am
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LIFESTYLE

'Chatty' Prince George has a new nickname at school

19 Apr, 2019 9:11am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Fans devastated as Jason Momoa reveals new look

19 Apr, 2019 11:44am
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CCTV captured the moment a car careened into the Harbour Bridge barriers after being bumped by another vehicle. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

'Believed she was going to die': Couple feared plummeting off Harbour Bridge

19 Apr, 2019 10:35am
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Police are hunting a Harbour Bridge hit and run driver.

William Colston-Ing underwent surgery to correct his scaphocephaly. Photo / News Corp Australia

LIFESTYLE

How this photo saved baby William's life

19 Apr, 2019 10:19am
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An eagle-eyed family member spotted something wasn't right.

Police have arrested 15 people in relation to the horrific death.

WORLD

Teenager burned to death at school

19 Apr, 2019 7:21am
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Teen who accused her headmaster of sexual harassment, has been burned to death.

The parents never gave them breakfast and often combined lunch and dinner into one meal that included peanut butter and baloney sandwiches or a frozen burrito and chips. Photo / AP

WORLD

'My sisters are chained': Chilling House of Horrors 911 call

19 Apr, 2019 12:55pm
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Chilling contents of the 911 call by Turpin daughter blew the lid off her parents' abuse.

Viagogo managing director Cris Miller says the company is misunderstood. Photo/Supplied.

BUSINESS

Viagogo boss: 'We're misunderstood'

19 Apr, 2019 11:05am
7 minutes to read

The Viagogo boss says competitors are using scare tactics.

SPORT

Gifford: Inside the 'secret society' of All Blacks

19 Apr, 2019 7:36am
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They're the most maligned, yet the most interesting, people in a rugby team.

ENTERTAINMENT

Johnny Depp might be fired from film after fresh abuse allegations

18 Apr, 2019 7:35pm
5 minutes to read

BUSINESS

McDonald's: You won't believe their jaw-dropping NZ shopping bill

19 Apr, 2019 5:00am
2 minutes to read

Susan Wood, Mike Hosking, Ali Mau and Kate Hawkesby have all sat on the Breakfast couch.

ENTERTAINMENT | Spy

TVNZ's Breakfast hosts - a complete history

19 Apr, 2019 8:26am
6 minutes to read

John Campbell is the latest in a long line of broadcasters to take on TVNZ's Breakfast.

There are only a few places where you can you shop on Good Friday. Photo/Getty Images.

BUSINESS

Where you can shop over Easter Weekend

19 Apr, 2019 9:03am
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Options remain limited in some regions.

A dingo on a beach of Fraser Island in search of food. Photo / Getty

WORLD

Hero dad fights off dingoes to save 14-month-old son

19 Apr, 2019 9:12am
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Dingo reportedly dragged sleeping toddler out of his parents' camper van.

Premium content

Our national icon, the kiwi, is among 4000 species considered threatened or at risk. Photo / File

Special Report: The tragedy of our environment in four dismal figures

A sweeping audit has revealed an environment under attack from virtually every direction.

New Zealand nurse Louisa Akavi was kidnapped and held hostage by ISIS for almost six years. Photo / Supplied

Inside the secret operation to save Kiwi kidnapped by Isis

David Fisher reports on how close NZ and coalition forces got to a daring rescue mission.

Te Papa North museum proposed for the Auckland Waterfront. Photo / Supplied

Stadium or museum for the Auckland waterfront - or both?

A new stadium for the waterfront? What about a museum? Can we have both?

The KiwiSaver changes are child's play once you get your head around them. Photo / File

KiwiSaver has changed, and more is coming

KiwiSaver is different, and how you handle the changes will depend on your situation.

Fake meat ... could you tell the difference?

The meatless burger is here ... and it's good

Are you ready for the lab-grown hamburger?

A Partners Life campaign launched just before the Christchurch attack referenced death. Photo/Supplied.

Advertising after Christchurch – when is it okay to go back?

Advertising death is tricky at the best of times. And it's even worse after a tragedy.

You could have a goldmine sitting in your pocket, according to an expert. Photo / 123RF

BUSINESS

Nine ways to make money doing 'as little as possible'

18 Apr, 2019 6:00pm
4 minutes to read

You could have a goldmine sitting in your pocket, according to an expert.

Smoke and flames rise from Notre Dame Cathedral on Monday night in Paris, France. France's elite have been scrambling to donate to the rebuild of the cathedral. Photo / Getty

WORLD

White privilege: Billionaires race to pledge millions to rebuild Notre Dame

19 Apr, 2019 12:52pm
5 minutes to read

France's elite have been engaged in one-upmanship over donations for Notre Dame.

LIFESTYLE

Random cat sneaks into house, cuddles Kiwi man recovering from surgery

17 Apr, 2019 10:51am
2 minutes to read

'Dad is recovering from an op. Mum left door slightly ajar. My parents don't have a cat.'

Wild scenes were captured on camera as Spurs celebrated winning their Champions League quarterfinal against Manchester City. Photos / Twitter

SPORT

Watch: Dressing room mayhem after football's 'greatest match'

19 Apr, 2019 9:44am
2 minutes to read

Wild scenes as Spurs celebrate frenzied Champions League finish against Manchester City.

ENTERTAINMENT

Why you'll never see this GoT star again

18 Apr, 2019 6:07pm
3 minutes to read

He was one of the greatest TV villains ever — but that's where it ended for the actor.

Bald eagles in their more usual habitat. Stock photo

WORLD

Help! Bald eagles defend UK beachgoers from 'scary' seagull attacks

19 Apr, 2019 9:33am
3 minutes to read

"There have been incidents of people left bloodied and bruised by the vicious birds."

Row of old yellow and white terrace houses.

OneRoof

The 10 best places to be a first-home buyer in NZ

19 Apr, 2019 10:05am
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But does the death of capital gains tax mean it's game over?

yudu career advice

How to make more money without too much effort

19 Apr, 2019 12:11pm
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The job not paying enough? Try these hacks.

driven

Mazda, Toyota, & the great hot-hatch war: Driven News with Sam Wallace

19 Apr, 2019 12:28pm
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Everything you need to know about the hot hatch segment, and two potential returnees.

Latest From New Zealand

Pike River victims' family members Anna Osborne, left, and Sonya Rockhouse are happy to finally have the National's support for the plan to re-enter the mine's drift on May 3. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Politics off the Pike River table as National backs re-entry

19 Apr, 2019 9:04am

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NEW ZEALAND

Raped by a woman: They ask 'why didn't I like it?'

19 Apr, 2019 12:21pm
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NEW ZEALAND

New evidence prompts re-sentencing in stabbing case

19 Apr, 2019 7:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Fortune names Ardern world's second greatest leader

19 Apr, 2019 11:04am
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NEW ZEALAND

'Believed she was going to die': Couple feared plummeting off Harbour Bridge

19 Apr, 2019 10:35am
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NEW ZEALAND

Politics off the Pike River table as National backs re-entry

19 Apr, 2019 9:04am
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NEW ZEALAND

'Avoid like the plague': Easter traffic grinds to halt on SH1 northbound

19 Apr, 2019 8:13am
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NEW ZEALAND

Inside the secret operation to save Kiwi kidnapped by Isis

16 Apr, 2019 8:56pm

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Premium

50 people lost their lives: These are their stories

Fifty people lost their lives in the Christchurch terror attacks. These are their stories.

Premium

Stadium or museum for the Auckland waterfront - or both?

A new stadium for the waterfront? What about a museum? Can we have both?

Premium

Viewpoint NZ: Revitalising our towns and cities, police guards and Dunedin students party

Video news from around the regions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

NZ Herald Focus and Local Focus video

NEW ZEALAND

Focus Live: Commodore Alfred Keating guilty in Washington embassy toilet camera case

16 Apr, 2019 8:56pm
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Local Focus: Planning Hastings vibrancy

16 Apr, 2019 8:56pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Controversy surrounds proposed development at Wellington's Shelly Bay

16 Apr, 2019 8:56pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: PM Jacinda Ardern announces end to Capital Gains Tax plan, Bridges and Peters weigh in

16 Apr, 2019 8:56pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus Live: Our analysis of the capital gains tax rejection

16 Apr, 2019 8:56pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus Live: Five tips for selling your house in a flat market

16 Apr, 2019 8:56pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus Live: The Government has categorically rejected a capital gains tax

16 Apr, 2019 8:56pm
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Local Focus: 'There was a bubbling brook in my puku'

16 Apr, 2019 8:56pm
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Local Focus: Farmers make art to fight depression

16 Apr, 2019 8:56pm
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Latest From Business

Boeing's 737 Max planes have undergone extensive testing. Photo/Getty Images.

BUSINESS

Boeing 737 Max planes may soon take off again

19 Apr, 2019 12:37pm

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BUSINESS

Where you can shop over Easter Weekend

19 Apr, 2019 9:03am
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BUSINESS

Why British startup wants to weigh air travellers before they fly

19 Apr, 2019 8:26am
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BUSINESS

McDonald's: You won't believe their jaw-dropping NZ shopping bill

19 Apr, 2019 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Barfoot & Thompson raises tenant change fee

18 Apr, 2019 7:04pm
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BUSINESS

They bought an 'affordable' home. Then came the extras

18 Apr, 2019 6:40pm
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BUSINESS

The Vodafone move that risks infuriating 150,000 customers

18 Apr, 2019 6:30pm
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BUSINESS

Tilt Renewables to raise $277m of new equity

18 Apr, 2019 6:20pm
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Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg faces yet another privacy headache. Photo/Getty Images.

BUSINESS

Facebook admits it copied 1.5m users' email contacts

19 Apr, 2019 12:27pm
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I's the latest blunder from the social media company.

BUSINESS

Viagogo boss: 'We're misunderstood'

19 Apr, 2019 11:05am
7 minutes to read

The Viagogo boss says competitors are using scare tactics.

Brand Insight

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BRAND INSIGHT

Helping mum be mum again

18 Apr, 2019 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Don't use a blunt instrument

15 Apr, 2019 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

The paragliding pensioners

12 Apr, 2019 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

How to keep a river swimmable

11 Apr, 2019 12:00am
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Turning a home into a business

8 Apr, 2019 12:00am
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The Goodman Foundation is supporting KiwiHarvest with new premises at Highbrook Business Park, Auckland. Photo / Supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

100,000 tonnes of food wasted

5 Apr, 2019 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

China war graves found in US

5 Apr, 2019 12:00am
2 minutes to read

Dr Justin O'Sullivan, University of Auckland's Liggins Institute. Photo / Supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

New leads in health crisis

2 Apr, 2019 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

$500,000 found in move to cloud

29 Mar, 2019 12:00am
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Watch: How to prepare your garden for winter

19 Apr, 2019 8:27am

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Oneroof

Home renovations that will give you the best return

18 Apr, 2019 3:50pm
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New study reveals whether a kitchen or bathroom remodel yields the best ROI.

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Will faking it cost you when it comes to decor?

oneroof

Did Family Benefit increase home-ownership?

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Is this the world's worst real estate video?

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So how many bidders do you need to get the best price?

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Winning position

19 Apr, 2019 8:25am
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Apartments in 132 Halsey offers water-front living.

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Luxury on Ponsonby Rd's doorstep

19 Apr, 2019 8:23am
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Business, home, investment, income - so many possibilities.

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WORLD

'My sisters are chained': Chilling House of Horrors 911 call

19 Apr, 2019 12:55pm

4 minutes to read

WORLD

White privilege: Billionaires race to pledge millions to rebuild Notre Dame

19 Apr, 2019 12:52pm
5 minutes to read

France's elite have been engaged in one-upmanship over donations for Notre Dame.

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump (left, obscured) walk from Marine One helicopter to board Air Force One. Photo / AP

WORLD

Four key takeaways from the Mueller report

19 Apr, 2019 11:59am
7 minutes to read

Here are the key sections and the over-arching lessons.

James McCord shows how to rig the transmitter of a bugging device in a telephone at a hearing in Washington on May 23, 1973. Photo / Washington Post

WORLD

Watergate conspirator who linked break-in to White House dies

19 Apr, 2019 10:10am
9 minutes to read

He died two years ago - but the news surfaced online only in March.

WORLD

Help! Bald eagles defend UK beachgoers from 'scary' seagull attacks

19 Apr, 2019 9:33am
3 minutes to read

"There have been incidents of people left bloodied and bruised by the vicious birds."

Motoring News

Mazda, Toyota, & the great hot-hatch war: Driven News with Sam Wallace

19 Apr, 2019 12:28pm
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Confirmed: New Zealand pricing announced for the new Nissan Leaf

19 Apr, 2019 8:00am
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Kia reveals souped-up Stinger GTS with exciting 'Drift Mode'

18 Apr, 2019 9:00pm
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Mechanic says NZ's Warrant of Fitness laws have made roads unsafe

18 Apr, 2019 8:30pm
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Watch the terrifying moment a Mini flips end over end at 160km/h

18 Apr, 2019 4:05pm
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Hyundai unveils turbocharged Sonata N-Line model

18 Apr, 2019 1:50pm
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Turns out the Lamborghini Urus is selling like hot cakes

18 Apr, 2019 12:23pm
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Jaguar I-Pace triple-winner in World COTY awards

18 Apr, 2019 11:05am
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NZ's craziest Suzuki Swift? We drive the wild, tuned new Track Edition

17 Apr, 2019 6:00pm
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Latest From Sport

Michael Cheika watches on as Israel Folau speaks to the media. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Intolerable pressure:
How toxic Folau saga
could save Wallabies

19 Apr, 2019 2:00pm

6 minutes to read

SPORT

Gifford: Inside the 'secret society' of All Blacks

19 Apr, 2019 7:36am
7 minutes to read

They're the most maligned, yet the most interesting, people in a rugby team.

SPORT

'He'd destroy rugby': Mentor's surprise prediction for Kiwi sprint sensation

19 Apr, 2019 10:01am
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SPORT

The inside story of Tiger Woods' astonishing comeback

19 Apr, 2019 6:22am
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SPORT

Six years of pain: Blues eye rare feat

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm
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SPORT

Au revoir? SBW linked with shock league move

19 Apr, 2019 2:30pm
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First Canada, then Sydney - now All Blacks star is reportedly set for a switch to France.

Israel Folau of the Wallabies runs onto the field during a Rugby Championship match. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Aus divided over Folau: 'Idiots carrying on like he's murdered someone'

19 Apr, 2019 6:52am
3 minutes to read

Mate against mate: A nation divided - we check the Israel Folau scorecard.

Latest Video

Easter service in Rotorua's Redwoods. 19 April 2019 Daily Post photograph by Stephen Parker

Combined church service

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

Waipu Cove Lifesaving Club, Rick Stolwerk Club President with his daughter Emily 14 who has just become a fully qualified volunteer lifegaurd, Rick said it has been a 'Great Season', his contact is 021 823770, Waipu Club is the oldest in the Northern Region out of 17 clubs. 18 April 2019 Northern Advocate photograph by Michael Cunningham

NORTHERN ADVOCATE

Surf Lifesaving

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

Raped by a woman: They ask ‘why didn’t I like it’

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

Easter traffic southbound

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

SPORT

ANZ Sports Scene: Super Rugby round 10 preview

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

FOCUS LIVE: Larry Williams' Tearful Goodbye to Newstalk ZB Listeners after 27 Years

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

'I know I'll never see justice': Man raped in the army showers

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

WORLD

Trump's reaction: 'I am having a good day too'

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

SPORT

ANZ Sports Scene: Israel Folau fights back

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

Crossing Australia

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

BAY OF PLENTY TIMES

Why Katikati needs a bypass

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

Field of Remembrance for Anzac commemorations

18 Apr, 2019 5:00pm

Latest From Entertainment

Kit Harrington and Emilia Clarke play Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones.

ENTERTAINMENT

Thrones star filmed gagging after kissing co-star

19 Apr, 2019 12:40pm

2 minutes to read

ENTERTAINMENT

Fans devastated as Jason Momoa reveals new look

19 Apr, 2019 11:44am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Shock as child TV star found dead at 16

18 Apr, 2019 3:15pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

GoT star battled depression after being bullied for weight

18 Apr, 2019 9:55am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Judge says Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are now single

18 Apr, 2019 3:14pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

The future of the MCU: 'It's impossible to predict'

18 Apr, 2019 9:30am
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ENTERTAINMENT

John Campbell to replace Jack Tame on Breakfast

18 Apr, 2019 9:05am
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ENTERTAINMENT | Spy

TVNZ's Breakfast hosts - a complete history

19 Apr, 2019 8:26am
6 minutes to read

John Campbell is the latest in a long line of broadcasters to take on TVNZ's Breakfast.

Marvel Studios' AVENGERS: ENDGAME. War Machine (Don Cheadle) and Ant-Man (Paul Rudd).

ENTERTAINMENT

Farewell Marvel's Avengers at the movies, not your phone

19 Apr, 2019 7:00am
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Don't spoil your own fun by watching the leaked Avengers footage advises Karl Puschmann

Movies

Robert Downey jnr at the Avengers: Endgame Asia press conference in Seoul, South Korea. Photo / Getty Images

MOVIES

The future of the MCU: 'It's impossible to predict'

18 Apr, 2019 9:30am
4 minutes to read

Robert Downey jnr and Brie Larson predict what's next for the Marvel cinematic universe

All the Avengers are looking for answers - in real life as well. Photo / Marvel Studios

MOVIES

Avengers star has 'no idea' what her role in the film is

18 Apr, 2019 8:30am
7 minutes to read

"I still have no idea what role I play in this film," says Brie Larson (Captain Marvel).

Daily puzzles, quizzes and horoscopes

Puzzles

Challenge yourself with the latest Code Cracker, Sudoku, Wordsearch and Crossword puzzles

Kiwi Marti Friedlander was best known for her abilities in what art form? Photo / Richard Robinson

Quizzes

Herald morning quiz: April 19

Horoscopes

Discover what your stars say with today's horoscopes

New to WatchMe

THE HAMSTERMAN FROM AMSTERDAM (PG)

Alcoholic pet-store owner 'Colin' in the award winning reality show The Hamsterman from Amsterdam.

The Watercooler - Season 2 (PG)

All new episodes available now on WatchMe.co.nz

Panther Hunt (M)

A mythical black panther has been attacking people all over the country. Hemi Perata, an attention-seeking fishmonger, claims to have the answer.

The Watercooler: The Urinal (M-CLS)

Just another day in a public men's room!

The watercooler: The Sauna (AO-L)

Minogue regales Foley with the 100% true story of his first time visiting a sauna. You can't unsee this.

The Watercooler: Cricket (AO-L)

Holloway regales Jon with the story of his traumatic experience trick or treating with his big brother as a kid.

Trending on SPY

TVNZ's Breakfast hosts - a complete history

19 Apr, 2019 8:26am
6 minutes to read

John Campbell is the latest in a long line of broadcasters to take on TVNZ's Breakfast.

NZME is celebrating the latest radio survey results.

Broadcasting power couple celebrate major win

18 Apr, 2019 1:00pm
2 minutes to read

Survey results are in and it's happy days for Mike Hosking and Kate Hawkesby.

Vaughan Smith loves his goats. Photo / Instagram

ZM radio host confesses 'crazy' new obsession

18 Apr, 2019 12:15pm
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ZM's Vaughan Smith can't shut up about his new obsession - with goats, of all things.

Josh Emett hangs with Khalid at Coachella

15 Apr, 2019 7:40am
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Kiwi chef Josh Emett looks like he's living his best life in California this week.

Bridget Thackwray and Topher Richwhite get up close and personal with an African elephant. Photo / Supplied.

Intrepid pair continue spectacular journey around the world

14 Apr, 2019 7:00am
2 minutes to read

Topher Richwhite and Bridget Thackwray have traveled the length and width of the world

Comedy couple Jackie van Beek and Jesse Griffin have a new show, Educators, coming to TVNZ OnDemand. Photo / Supplied.

Comedy series without a script coming to TVNZ OnDemand

14 Apr, 2019 7:00am
2 minutes to read

Jackie van Beek and Jesse Griffin have a new TVNZ comedy series due to launch in May.

TVNZ's new reality show BossBabes stars Iyia Liu and Edna Swart. Photo / Supplied.

BossBabes: TVNZ moving into 'influencer' world with new reality show

13 Apr, 2019 4:16pm
3 minutes to read

BossBabes promises to give a glimpse into the glamorous lives of social media marketers.

The Event Horizon Telescope this week captured the first image of a black hole. Photo / AP.

Sam Neill's hilarious response to black hole photo

12 Apr, 2019 9:30am
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Sam Neill has responded to the first image of a black hole with a social media wise-crack.

Millennial issues: Is hooking up with co-workers a good idea?

11 Apr, 2019 2:34pm
3 minutes to read

"Just keep the pants on! Keep your big girl pants on."

YUDU Career Advice and Jobs

When personal trauma intrudes at work

19 Apr, 2019 6:00am

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Top tips: How to nail that job interview

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How to get a leg up by giving a hand

YUDU

Seven career mistakes you might be making

18 Apr, 2019 6:42pm
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If you are doing these things you could be limiting your future.

YUDU

Billions of dollars of spending: Why tradespeople are so valued

18 Apr, 2019 8:48am
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Projects worth billions will keep Kiwi workers busy for years

Latest from Eat Well with Bite

Eat well 7 nights for Be Well issue April 15. Orichette, Baked Beans by Kathy Paterson.

Orecchiette pasta with grilled cauliflower and red pepper flakes

Simple weeknight pasta packed with the goodness of cauliflower and oh-so-easy to make.

Easter hedgehog slice

This is an Easter take on the traditional, biscuity, chocolatey, moreish hedgehog slice.

Creamy chocolate mousse

If you just can't get enough of chocolate this Easter, try this indulgent mousse.

DIY pain au chocolat

This clever food hack gives you a melty chocolate sandwich with very little effort.

Eat well baking page for Be Well April 15 issue, Kathy Paterson choc spiced hot cross buns.

Spiced chocolate hot cross buns

There is nothing better than a freshly baked hot cross bun - except one with choc chips!

Simon Gault's cheese straw nibbles

Simple homemade cheese crackers, shaped into straws for wrapping in prosciutto.

Cheese and onion tart

Dijon mustard, shallots, and aged cheddar combine perfectly in this easy tart.

Easter coils

The almond piquancy of Simnel cake with the aromatic mixed spice of hot cross buns.

Chicken pie with crumble crust

A classic chicken pie with a not so classic - but oh so good - savoury crumble top.

Power up bowl salad with chia dressing

Roast pumpkin at start of the week and then use it to put together salads like this one.

Classic Anzac biscuits

Oaty, coconuty and chewy - it doesn't get much better than freshly baked Anzacs.

Slow-roasted tomato crostini

Serve these as crostini for a pre-dinner nibble or an easy weekend lunch or supper.

Latest From Lifestyle

Prince George will head into his final term of Year 1 when he returns to Thomas's Battersea after the Easter holidays.

LIFESTYLE

'Chatty' Prince George has a new nickname at school

19 Apr, 2019 9:11am

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LIFESTYLE

Meghan's nanny plans break royal tradition

19 Apr, 2019 10:33am
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Deep-fried Creme Eggs are the latest Easter trend

19 Apr, 2019 10:03am
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The Kardashian intimidated by her 'sexy' sisters

18 Apr, 2019 9:47am
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Should we really give red meat the chop?

19 Apr, 2019 11:03am
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Six clues Meghan has fooled us all with Baby Sussex

18 Apr, 2019 5:45pm
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Three easy recipes for beginner bakers

18 Apr, 2019 10:50am
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13 chocolate eggs and treats for Easter

18 Apr, 2019 2:33pm
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Heavy bleeding and fainting landed Kate in hospital earlier this month, as she continues to struggle with endometriosis. Photo / MDW/australscope

LIFESTYLE

Kiwi teen left in agony as doctors failed to diagnose her

19 Apr, 2019 11:59am
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Kate Robertson was repeatedly sent home from hospital without a correct diagnosis.

The amount of sugar in a Creme Egg has been labelled

LIFESTYLE

How much sugar is really in a Cadbury Creme Egg?

19 Apr, 2019 8:01am
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While we know most chocolate is full of sugar, sometimes we need to see facts laid bare.

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Apple and berry loaf recipe

A light and delicious slice, best topped with creamy fresh ricotta

Watch An Easter Film & Other Fun Things To Do This Weekend

Catch an outdoor screening of Peter Rabbit and don't miss a Wise Boys Burger pop-up

Delicious kiwifruit squares with cinnamon crumble

Tart kiwifruit filling sits atop a rich buttery base with a crunchy cinnamon crumble

Step inside Fiji's most romantic resort

Fiji's Tokoriki Island Resort is the destination of choice for couples and honeymooners

What to wear on your next tropical holiday

These vibrant wardrobe ideas evoke the sunshine and style of your final destination

Discover Indonesia's most exclusive resort

Step inside the world's number one hotel, located in the bush-covered hills of Sumba

Must-see spots in beautiful Sri Lanka

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Comfortable and stylish clothes to wear on the plane

Snuggle into your seat and get ready for take-off in soft yet fashionable plane clothes

9 ways to reduce air pollution inside your home

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Stylist Claire Donaldson makes wedding dreams come true

Event stylist Claire creates stunning celebrations for a living

Vibrant passionfruit tart recipe

Delicious crisp pastry and creamy filling drizzled with passionfruit is a sublime dessert

Kensal florist Liv Wakem's favourite things

Auckland florist Liv Wakem has worked with Nigella Lawson and Jo Malone

Latest From Travel

The many objects in the Margaret Olley Art Centre. Photo / Supplied

TRAVEL

Murwillumbah: Pleasing patterns of Tweed

19 Apr, 2019 1:00pm

5 minutes to read

Finding a public toilet in other countries can be testing. Photo / Ferdinand Daniel, Getty Images

TRAVEL

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