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Scott Tomlinson his wife Nadine Tomlinson and their sons Angus (R) and Sam (L). Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Farm tragedy widower talks of 'big hole in our lives'

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am

4 minutes to read

NEW ZEALAND

Grace's legacy: Prominent women challenge men and Govt

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

New $8 million Kiwi musical plays to near-empty houses

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Our fight for mum: Family wants answers after cancer patient bled to death

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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SPORT

Rugby: Teen rugby star dies following heavy tackle

15 Dec, 2018 7:26am
2 minutes to read

BUSINESS

Man orders e-scooter online, gets spark plug

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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WORLD

7-year-old migrant girl held at US border dies in custody

15 Dec, 2018 7:20am
5 minutes to read

LIFESTYLE

Royals release Christmas cards - including a new wedding photo

15 Dec, 2018 6:51am
3 minutes to read

My Politician of the Year is... Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Audrey Young: My Politician of the Year

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
6 minutes to read

COMMENT: Find out who is 2018's best backbencher, best minister and best politician.

Kendra Cocksedge shows off her armful of glittering prizes. Photo / Alan Gibson

SPORT

The hilarious gift Kendra Cocksedge's colleagues gave her

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

"It's so my head doesn't get too big and I can fit out the door."

Rod and Alastair Stewart. Photos / Instagram

ENTERTAINMENT

Rod Stewart wants his son to play him in his biopic

15 Dec, 2018 7:24am
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Rockin' Rod has eight children from five relationships.

ONEROOF

The 5 Auckland homes buyers need to see this weekend

15 Dec, 2018 6:15am
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Our guide to the best properties for sale in the city.

BUSINESS

Revealed: Five Eyes partners met before Huawei arrest

14 Dec, 2018 9:29am
4 minutes to read

Secret meeting in Nova Scotia in July discussed 5G.

Kisione Fonua took wife Jo to a food court to pop the question. Now Jo and friend Tess Langworthy have started The Proposal Planners to help others make their proposals special. Photo / Doug Sherring

LIFESTYLE

Company aims to help lovers pop the question

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

Two Kiwi friends hope to bring the international trend of proposal planning to NZ.

NEW ZEALAND

Grace Millane: Why we care and why we need to

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
8 minutes to read

BUSINESS

KiwiBuild tally: Almost 50 built, 99,950 to go

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
6 minutes to read

Steve Hansen (left) and Steve Tew NZR's powerbrokers. Photo / Getty Images

SPORT

Rejections, twists and trials: The men vying for ABs top job

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

COMMENT: Given their history and public comments, NZR likes some continuity.

Retiring National MP Chris Finlayson at Parliament, Wellington, this week. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

A final roadie with Chris Finlayson

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
11 minutes to read

Chris Finlayson leaves quite the legacy but will not bore people by boasting about it.

Rouxle Le Roux was sentenced to home detention today in the Auckland District Court. Photo / Sam Hurley

NEW ZEALAND

'No remorse': 'Heartless' learner driver killed teen

14 Dec, 2018 1:15pm
5 minutes to read

Boy's mum: "My heart is absolutely broken, I don't think it will ever get better."

In a country with one of the highest rates of skin cancer and melanoma it's time to take our sunscreens more seriously. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Can you trust your sunscreen?

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

COMMENT: Tests show many of our sunscreens don't provide the sun protection they claim.

Clint Eastwood and Sondra Locke. Photo / Getty Images

ENTERTAINMENT

Mystery six-week delay in announcement of Hollywood actress death

14 Dec, 2018 4:04pm
3 minutes to read

Actress who starred six times with Clint Eastwood died last month.

Customers had purchased mobile phones, laptops and household appliances when the breaches occurred. Photo / File

BUSINESS

'No point in you calling': Noel Leeming fined $200k for misleading consumers

14 Dec, 2018 6:11pm
4 minutes to read

Noel Leeming staff led a direct and significant departure from the truth, says ComCom.

OneRoof

The 5 Auckland homes buyers need to see this weekend

15 Dec, 2018 6:15am
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Our guide to the best properties for sale in the city.

yudu career advice

Two of the worst mistakes you can make when choosing a referee

15 Dec, 2018 7:00am
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Don't let that job slip out of your grasp at the last hurdle.

driven

Aston Martin Valkyrie V12 will make 1000hp, last 100,000km

14 Dec, 2018 3:04pm
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Aston release details of the naturally aspirated monster powering upcoming hypercar.

Latest From New Zealand

The latest additions to Sea Life Kelly Tarlton's penguin populations finally have names. Photo / Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

Name reveal for Kelly Tarlton's new happy feet

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am

2 minutes to read

NEW ZEALAND

Spur-of-the-moment decision led to fatal shooting of John Harris

15 Dec, 2018 8:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Name reveal for Kelly Tarlton's new happy feet

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Thieves steal wigs for cancer patients

15 Dec, 2018 6:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Thieves steal wigs for cancer patients

15 Dec, 2018 6:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Labour violins play but ovation must wait

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Labour violins play but ovation must wait

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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Radio producer, Carolyn Leaney and husband, Newstalk ZB host Leighton Smith, who has retired after 35 years on air. Photo / Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

Being Leighton: Departing radio talk star on love, luck and not looking back

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am

11 minutes to read

Reiha McLelland, left, and teacher Sam Back, right.

Premium & Indepth

Failures in probe before Reiha McLelland's suicide

IPCA finds fault in police handling of teacher Sam Back's contact with 13-year-old girl.

Premium & Indepth

Georgie's story: 'I was so sick ... I was planning my funeral'

Georgie Ferris weighed 33kg and was slowly starving to death when she planned her funeral.

Premium & Indepth

Revealed: Five Eyes partners met before Huawei arrest

Secret meeting in Nova Scotia in July discussed 5G.

NZ Herald Focus and Local Focus videos

Local Focus: Kaaterama is the next big Māori superstar

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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BUSINESS

Focus: FNZC wants more young people buying shares

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Road trip with retiring MP Chris Finlayson

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: $300 electric scooter online scam

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Minister to meet Google on fair trial rights

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Four-year-old girl dies after scrum machine incident at Manurewa Rugby Club

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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BUSINESS

7 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Hiring an App Developer

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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Local Focus: Buying presents is 'hollow and one-dimensional'

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: 79 year old talks about her short smoking addiction

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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Latest From Business

Fiona Mackenzie, head of direct wealth at First New Zealand Capital, wants to get more young people investing in shares. Photo/Greg Bowker.

BUSINESS

The interview: Fiona Mackenzie

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am

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BUSINESS

Kiwis shopping up large online for Christmas

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Act now to save the seeds of NZ's future

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

NZ's best and worst performing companies

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Man orders e-scooter online, gets spark plug

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Canada caught between world powers

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

'No point in you calling': Noel Leeming fined $200k for misleading consumers

14 Dec, 2018 6:11pm
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BUSINESS

Economy Hub: Can the Government afford to spend more?

14 Dec, 2018 6:08pm
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BUSINESS

The interview: Fiona Mackenzie

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
8 minutes to read

Fiona Mackenzie wants to get more young people buying shares directly.

Phil Twyford has admitted to 'one or two teething issues', but he says: 'Kiwis know that this probably won't be solved overnight'. Photo / File

BUSINESS

KiwiBuild tally: Almost 50 built, 99,950 to go

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
6 minutes to read

KiwiBuild was always a huge call, so how is it tracking after six months?

Brand Insight

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BRAND INSIGHT

China: most optimistic nation

14 Dec, 2018 12:00am
3 minutes to read

Dr Harry van Enckevort wearing an AR headset. Photo / Supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

The future of NZ food

14 Dec, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

Andy Palmer and son Jethro. Photo / Supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

'Passion' planting helps water clear

7 Dec, 2018 12:04pm
4 minutes to read

Rez Gardi : 2017 Young New Zealander of the Year and University of Auckland Law graduate. Picture / supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

"Bullies made bomb noises"

7 Dec, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

China voted birthplace of tea

7 Dec, 2018 12:00am
2 minutes to read

John McKay, CEO, AsureQuality. Picture / Barker Photography.

BRAND INSIGHT

NZ's great food opportunity

7 Dec, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

Ross McMahon at his CIIE booth. Picture / Supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

Brexit sees UK push into China

30 Nov, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

How humour beats stress

27 Nov, 2018 12:00am
4 minutes to read

Dr. Claude Aguergaray in the Photon Factory. Picture / Supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

Laser could zap prostate cancer

24 Nov, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

Minister Phil Twyford and new KiwiBuild home owners Derryn Jayne and Fletcher Ross stand with PM Jacinda Ardern outside their Papakura Home. 27 October 2018 Photograph by Greg Bowker New Zealand Heral

Two words that sum up housing market in 2018

15 Dec, 2018 5:11am

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Oneroof

'We were out of control': How renovation budget blew out to $1.16m

14 Dec, 2018 8:04am
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Couple spent $400K over what they had budgeted.

oneroof

Everything you need to know about buying with KiwiSaver

oneroof

The best homes for sale in Wellington right now

oneroof

'Star Wars' beach-house for sale - lightsaber not included

oneroof

'First-home buyers, bring a bio-hazard suit'

oneroof

Auckland housing market continues to cool

14 Dec, 2018 11:39am
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November prices were down 0.6 per cent on the year before.

oneroof

The 5 best summer homes for sale right now

14 Dec, 2018 11:35am
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Our guide to the best properties on the market in Northland.

Opinion

A large crowd gathers at the candlelit vigil held on Federal St, Auckland City, in remembrance of murdered British traveller Grace Millane. Photo / Peter Meecham

NEW ZEALAND

Labour violins play but ovation must wait

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

COMMENT: Labour governments have one habit that is intensely annoying.

NEW ZEALAND

Being a woman carries additional risks

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
6 minutes to read

COMMENT: Being born a woman carries risks that many men never think about.

Merry Xmas, everyone! Or most everyone. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Steve Braunias: Secret diary of Xmas

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

COMMENT: Isn't Xmas just great!!!!

Latest From World

WORLD

Maldives delegate asks: What's the point of talks?

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am

2 minutes to read

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would

WORLD

Netanyahu pushes settlements after killings

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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Military launches manhunt after a Palestinian gunman killed two Israeli soldiers.

British Prime Minister Theresa May, center, arrives for a round table meeting at an EU summit in Brussels. Photo / AP

WORLD

Out of many nations, a single message: Europe is united

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
5 minutes to read

Theresa May has hung on to power but is unable to soften the stance of any EU leaders.

Scientists are seeing more winter melting in the Arctic. Photo / AP

WORLD

Scary signs of polar winter warming

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Alaskan scientists describe never-before-seen melting in the Arctic and Antarctica.

Meng Wanzhou, seen arriving at a parole office with a security guard in Vancouver, was arrested at the request of the United States. Photo / AP

BUSINESS

Canada caught between world powers

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
6 minutes to read

Canada is caught between two super powers and taking the punishment.

Motoring News

Aston Martin Valkyrie V12 will make 1000hp, last 100,000km

14 Dec, 2018 3:04pm
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Hayden Paddon's WRC future uncertain as Loeb signs with Hyundai

14 Dec, 2018 1:20pm
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NZ exclusive: our first drive of the all-new Ford Focus in Melbourne

14 Dec, 2018 10:25am
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'Kiwis deserve a fair price': Cheaper fuel coming to the South Island

14 Dec, 2018 8:47am
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FILE - In this May 11, 2012, file photo, then Nissan Motor Co. President and CEO Carlos Ghosn speaks during a press conference in Yokohama, near Tokyo. Japanese media say Tokyo prosecutors charged Gho

Arrest of Nissan star Ghosn raises speculation over coup

14 Dec, 2018 7:25am
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Winner! Mercedes A-Class earns 2018 AA Driven NZ Car of the Year title

13 Dec, 2018 12:01pm
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Ford Mustang approved for Supercars competition in 2019

13 Dec, 2018 10:07am
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NZTA debacle: Dream car sits idle after $15k compliance work

13 Dec, 2018 7:47am
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The Mercedes-Benz A-Class hatchback has won the AA Driven Car of the Year award. Photo / Ted Baghurst

NEW ZEALAND

Revealed: The best car of 2018 has been found

12 Dec, 2018 7:00pm
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Latest From Sport

Former rugby league star Manu Vatuvei is now eyeing up a boxing career. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Stardom
to struggle:
Warriors great
reveals secret fight

14 Dec, 2018 7:00pm

6 minutes to read

Steve Hansen will step down as All Blacks coach after the World Cup in Japan. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Gregor Paul: The fear that drove Hansen to quit All Blacks

14 Dec, 2018 1:55pm
4 minutes to read

COMMENT: He's better than he's ever been, yet Steve Hansen had no other option but to go.

SPORT

'Over the hill': Feud erupts between top Kiwi boxers

14 Dec, 2018 6:00pm
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SPORT

Rejections, twists and trials: The men vying for ABs top job

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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SPORT

The contenders: Top seven candidates to replace Steve Hansen

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm
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Steve Hansen will stand down as All Blacks head coach after next year's World Cup. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Hansen: Why I'm stepping away from the All Blacks

14 Dec, 2018 9:00am
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All Blacks will have a new head coach after the World Cup as Steve Hansen says he'll go.

Katrina Rore (nee Grant) of New Zealand. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Silver Ferns shocker: Former captain dumped

14 Dec, 2018 12:00pm
5 minutes to read

Former New Zealand captain Katrina Rore (nee Grant) is a shock omission from Ferns.

Latest Video

BUSINESS

Focus: FNZC wants more young people buying shares

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Road trip with retiring MP Chris Finlayson

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: $300 electric scooter online scam

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

BUSINESS

Economy Hub: Now the books look good, should the Government spend more

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Minister to meet Google on fair trial rights

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

MetService Weather New Zealand: December 13th - 16th

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Four-year-old girl dies after scrum machine incident at Manurewa Rugby Club

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

BUSINESS

7 Biggest Mistakes People Make When Hiring an App Developer

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

PM plans to change phone number, says thousands of people text her

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

Latest From Entertainment

Sexual misconduct allegations against R. Kelly date back 24 years. Photo / Getty Images

ENTERTAINMENT

Tour promoter defends R. Kelly concert

14 Dec, 2018 3:50pm

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ENTERTAINMENT

New $8 million Kiwi musical plays to near-empty houses

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Miley shares sex secret about her relationship with Liam

14 Dec, 2018 8:59am
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ENTERTAINMENT

The best show of 2018 you didn't know existed

14 Dec, 2018 9:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

The Chase star finally meets autistic boy who wrote to her

14 Dec, 2018 7:58am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Kravtiz grilled about dating Kidman

14 Dec, 2018 8:46am
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ENTERTAINMENT

TimeOut's top 10 movies of 2018

13 Dec, 2018 11:00am
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Chris Pratt posted images on his Instagram account.

ENTERTAINMENT

Chris Pratt confirms new romance with Arnold Schwarzenegger's daughter

14 Dec, 2018 8:18pm
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The Guardians of the Galaxy star has gone public with the new woman in his life.

Billie Eilish has pulled out of Laneway Festival due to scheduling conflicts. Photo / supplied

ENTERTAINMENT

Billie Eilish pulls out of Laneway

14 Dec, 2018 2:25pm
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"I promise you I will be back in Australia and New Zealand before you know it."

Movies

MOVIES

Are you ready for a Xmas musical... with zombies?

13 Dec, 2018 2:00pm
2 minutes to read

Anna and the Apocalypse is a different sort of festive film... but is it worth a look?

Still from the Netflix movie The Christmas Chronicles

MOVIES

Is Netflix's new Santa movie good or bad?

13 Dec, 2018 1:30pm
2 minutes to read

Kurt Russell stars as a kick-butt Santa so it's got that going for it...

Daily puzzles, quizzes and horoscopes

Puzzles

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

The Cabinet endorsed the Tino Rangatiratanga flag as the official Maori flag on this day in 2009 from a short-list of how many? Photo / Jason Oxenham

Quizzes

Herald daily quiz: December 14

Horoscopes

Discover what your stars say with today's horoscopes

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the watercooler s2e05: the house (pg-l)

Abby regales a distracted Karen with the true tale of her very short career in door-to-door sales.

The Watercooler - Season 2 (PG)

All new episodes available now on WatchMe.co.nz

the watercooler s2e03: The Magpie (Pg-l)

The Magpie, a true kiwi pest confirmed by this true story.

the watercooler s2e04: the jogger (pg-l)

Abby sickens Tom with the true story of how she was caught with her pants down by a family friend.

The Watercooler S2E01: Bad Ram (PG-L)

Their bad luck is our good luck 'cos this true story is as funny as a fight!

the watercooler s2e03: The Flatmate (Pg-l)

Thomas attempts to put Holloway off with the true story of his disastrous experience in his first flat.

The watercooler s2e06: The Duck Hunt (PG-l)

Holloway shocks Jon with the true story of his maiden ‘victory’ in an annual duck hunting competition.

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Jacinda reveals Neve's Christmas costume

14 Dec, 2018 9:53am
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"I have already bought some novelty wear for Neve!" says excited mum and PM, Jacinda.

NZ's most festive (and grinchiest) stars

14 Dec, 2018 7:18am
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'Tis the season to be jolly!

RNZ host in on-air hysterics over Trump

13 Dec, 2018 1:52pm
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Lisa Owen could not contain her laughter and it is hilarious.

ZM hosts tear up over tragic loss

13 Dec, 2018 1:20pm
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Honourary member of the ZM team, Karen has passed away.

Kevin Hart was in New Zealand this week for his Irresponsible world tour. Photo / AP

Kevin Hart embraces te reo Māori while in New Zealand

13 Dec, 2018 11:15am
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Kevin Hart practised saying "homai te pakipaki" in an Instagram story.

Sam Wallace wants to make 'pregnant partner walk to hospital in labour'

13 Dec, 2018 7:47am
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"You are going to make her walk 900m to save $35 (for parking)...are you joking!?"

John Campbell reveals Aussie bromance

12 Dec, 2018 3:30pm
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John Campbell shares a 'beautiful' friendship with Aussie broadcaster Rove McManus.

Toni Street's bizarre Tinder story

12 Dec, 2018 7:43am
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"My husband came home this week and said 'did you know that you have a Tinder profile?'"

Comedian turned radio host: Kevin Hart hits NZ airwaves

12 Dec, 2018 7:39am
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"I want to embrace the people here (in New Zealand) and try and return the love."

Anna Hutchison got engaged to Mike Gillespie last September. Photo / Instagram

Kiwi actress weds Hollywood beau

11 Dec, 2018 4:45pm
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Anna Hutchison has shared stunning photos from her wedding to her long-time partner.

ZM host makes powerful statement following the death of Grace Millane

11 Dec, 2018 10:08am
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"Boys, speak up with your boys... this is our problem," says ZM host Clint Roberts.

Kevin Hart 'excited as hell' to be in NZ

11 Dec, 2018 8:40am
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Comedian Kevin Hart has just arrived in Aotearoa to continue his Irresponsible Tour.

YUDU Career Advice and Jobs

The new trend that's bugging bosses

14 Dec, 2018 9:04am

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YUDU

Legendary leader: The woman who changed the UN

YUDU

Construction's woman of the year: 'So many opportunities to shine'

YUDU

How to sell yourself to the boss you already have

14 Dec, 2018 7:40am
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Don't assume that job is yours just because you already work for the company.

YUDU

Teachers: New Zealanders support our fight

13 Dec, 2018 1:27pm
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Union surveys show 89 per cent of Kiwis want more spent on education.

Latest From Lifestyle

The Cambridges have released their new Christmas card. Photo / Kensington Palace Twitter

LIFESTYLE

Royals release Christmas cards - including a new wedding photo

15 Dec, 2018 6:51am

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LIFESTYLE

Eco-friendly sunscreen cooked up

updated

15 Dec, 2018 8:00am
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LIFESTYLE

The scientist trying to improve on reality

15 Dec, 2018 8:00am
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LIFESTYLE

'Do you want shoes?' Dad's Auschwitz joke sparks fury

13 Dec, 2018 2:31pm
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LIFESTYLE

Key factor undoing your diet and exercise efforts

14 Dec, 2018 1:57pm
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LIFESTYLE

Health warnings over Paleo diet praised by Pete Evans

14 Dec, 2018 8:18am
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bite.co.nz

School holiday fun: mini pita pizzas

15 Dec, 2018 5:55am
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Summer beetroot salad with goat's cheese & macadamia

15 Dec, 2018 6:00am
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LIFESTYLE

Can you trust your sunscreen?

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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COMMENT: Tests show many of our sunscreens don't provide the sun protection they claim.

Salash meats make an attractive snack platter for Christmas Day.

LIFESTYLE

How to shop for the ultimate Christmas Day feast

15 Dec, 2018 7:00am
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In desperate need of ideas for a Christmas Day feast? Hayley McLarin is here to help.

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10 essential items to pack in your beach bag this summer

These beauty picks will have you looking your best this summer.

Eat your greens: Healthy recipes to survive the silly season

Counter festive overindulgence with these recipes packed with plenty of green veges.

The best celebrity looks of the week

From J.Lo to Alexa Chung, these celebs turned heads this week.

The most flattering swimwear to suit any style

Minimal or feminine, full-coverage or itty-bitty... We've got swimsuit styles to suit you.

The best potato salad with fresh corn & avocado

This simple salad is summer in a bowl.

Meghan Markle stakes her claim on the fashion industry

Her surprise appearance staked her claim on the fashion industry. But what does it mean?

How to be a healthy hedonist this Christmas

'Tis the season to be merry and indulge, but how can you limit some of the festive damage?

Fun things to do around Auckland this weekend

See the almighty Wu-Tang Clan live, party with pasta and get Christmas gifts sorted.

Eleanor Ozich's wholesome no-bake chocolate cake

This cake is a wonder — both rich and satisfying while also being dairy and gluten-free.

Viva Life Hacks: How to care for linen clothing

Prepare for a long summer lounging in linen by caring for yours correctly.

Restaurant review: Harbour Society, SO/ Hotel Auckland

Jesse Mulligan reviews the restaurant from Auckland's latest luxury hotel offering.

NZ's top drag queens share their must-know makeup tips

There's no shortage of glitter, gloss and glamour inspo from these House of Drag stars.

LIFESTYLE

Company aims to help lovers pop the question

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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Two Kiwi friends hope to bring the international trend of proposal planning to NZ.

Hospice NZ ambassador Jo Seagar at the 10th anniversary of the Mary Potter Strawberry Festival. Photo / Julie Maltby

LIFESTYLE

Bacon dust and other recipes for dying

15 Dec, 2018 8:00am
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Meet the experts making our final days more palatable.

Why Christmas holidays could be deadly. Photo / 123RF

LIFESTYLE

Holiday season heightens risk of heart attack: Study

15 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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Stress, sadness and over-indulgence during the festive season can be deadly.

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School holiday fun: mini pita pizzas

Annabel Langbein keeps the kids happy with mini pita pizzas and virgin pina coladas.

Cherry clafoutis

There is a reason why this is one of the most popular all-time cherry desserts.

Classic Kiwi mussel fritters

Fresh mussel meat will give you a great tasting fritter simply served with bread and mayo.

Quick and easy Indian-spiced eggs

Breakfast is served with these very yummy, very easy spiced eggs.

Festive treat: White Christmas

A sweet Christmas classic everyone will love.

Slow-roasted pork leg with pomegranate slaw

A slow-cooked roast is a great idea for Christmas Day, as the oven does all the work.

Banoffee cheesecake

This cheesecake is special enough for any occasion and can be made in advance and frozen.

Greek-style slow-roasted lamb with minty pesto

Plan head and let the oven do most of the work on Christmas Day with this lamb roast.

Miraculous three-ingredient Christmas cake

This cake is unbelievable - just three ingredients and you get a fruity, moist cake.

Easy Christmas parfait

A festive icecream dessert that uses Christmas mince and meringues.

Classic marmalade-glazed ham

A simple, classic recipe for a tasty glazed Christmas ham.

Swedish chocolate balls

These simple sweet treats will be so much fun for the kids to help with.

Latest From Travel

Rogue's gallery: The NYT's tweet got some criminally silly responses. Photo / Getty Images

TRAVEL

London Crimes: New York Times Twitter appeal backfires

14 Dec, 2018 4:30pm

2 minutes to read

Pan Am: Hollywood Studio's director and aviation fanatic, Talaat Captan has put together a tribute to the classic airline. Photo / Supplied

TRAVEL

Flight of fancy: Air Hollywood Studio's glamorous Pan Am Experience

14 Dec, 2018 4:09pm
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The golden era experience, in all but the actual "flying" part, is remarkably authentic.

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