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Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Revenue Minister Stuart Nash, announcing Cabinet has agreed to investigate a new tax on multinational companies targeting digital revenues photo / Mark Mitchell

NEW ZEALAND

Ardern's warning to Google, Facebook: Time to pay your fair share

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am

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NEW ZEALAND

Rental squeeze hits teachers, students and pensioners across NZ

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Ambassador Madam Wu says differences between China and NZ have to be properly handled

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Backpacker's social media post for farm work turns ugly

18 Feb, 2019 6:42pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Many young drivers clueless about vehicle maintenance

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Watch: John Oliver helps NZ get back on the map

18 Feb, 2019 8:24pm
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LIFESTYLE

William and Harry preparing for royal split

18 Feb, 2019 1:48pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Eden Park should remain national stadium, says council boss

18 Feb, 2019 6:37pm
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Otago Equine Hospital vets Peter Gillespie and Stephanie Bransgrove reflect on the marathon stitching operation. Photo / Otago Daily Times

NEW ZEALAND

Miniature horse stabbed over 40 times in vicious attack

18 Feb, 2019 9:53pm
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The incident took place in a Waitati paddock at midnight on Sunday.

SPORT

Dirty rumour devastates tennis star after shock split from coach

18 Feb, 2019 7:20pm
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Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka was crushed a hurtful accusation has been floated.

Whether or not Tropical Cyclone Oma hits, wind and rain is on its way. Image / MetService

NEW ZEALAND

Tropical Cyclone Oma: Will she or won't she hit NZ?

18 Feb, 2019 4:35pm
2 minutes to read

Uncertainty looms over the tropical cyclone - but dust off the brollies anyway.

ENTERTAINMENT

Sideswipe: Answer to our housing shortage

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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AT&T Stadium is an example of what can happen to a city with a major sports venue on a downtown waterfront site. Photo / Mike Scott

NEW ZEALAND

San Francisco could teach our city a lesson on stadiums

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
5 minutes to read

While the city contemplates more Eden Park funding, its leaders should look to the US.

Russian President Vladimir Putin may stay in power by swallowing Belarus. Photo / AP

WORLD

Putin's 'retirement' plan: Russia's alarming move in Europe

18 Feb, 2019 3:30pm
5 minutes to read

The dominoes are once again beginning to fall in Europe.

BUSINESS

Watchdog has beef with Vodafone price increase

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19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Kiwi host demands apology from Immigration NZ for denying entry to friend

18 Feb, 2019 10:54am
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Spark was forced to drop Chinese telco Huawei as its 5G partner. Photo / AP

Liam Dann: Where to next for NZ-China relations?

New Zealand has work to do to balance diplomatic demands as US/China tensions grow.

Marlon Williams performs with the APO at Villa Maria in Auckland. Photo/Getty

This music festival banking system needs to wop off

Music festival service AWOP is as useless as a leaf blower, writes Chris Schulz.

Invercargill MP Sarah Dowie and Botany MP Jami-Lee Ross in 2016. Photo / Supplied

Sarah Dowie and that text: what the police won't tell you

Even the home base of detectives on the text message investigation is secret.

Lima Feleti, right, was sentenced to ten months' home detention after pleading guilty to the manslaughter of Hamuwera Holloway, left.

Family's anguish over home detention for brother's killer

'He gets to eat his mother's cooking and has a second chance at life. My brother doesn't.'

Whole unhulled hemp seeds are high in both soluble and insoluble fibre. Photo / Getty Images

Hemp: Should you start adding it to your diet?

Is hemp truly a wonder plant? Nikki Bezzant weeds out the truth.

National's latest ad has been accused of mansplaining. Photo/File.

Comment: The mistake National keeps making in its terrible ads

Comment: National doesn't have a great track record with advertising.

Alix Skeel and his ex-girlfriend Jordan Worth, who has been sentenced to jail after abusing him. This image was posted in 2016 on Skeel's social media page.

WORLD

'Days from death': Father tortured by controlling girlfriend

18 Feb, 2019 9:33am
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In a harrowing documentary, Alex Skeel details the abuse he suffered by his girlfriend.

Liam Squire (centre) is off to Japan. Photo / Getty

SPORT

'The right time to go': All Blacks star off to Japan

18 Feb, 2019 6:43pm
2 minutes to read

All Blacks enforcer off to Japan after the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

Tim Galvin (pictured) is facing deportation to New Zealand despite having no ties to the country. Photo / Facebook

WORLD

Aboriginal man facing deportation to NZ despite no ties to country

18 Feb, 2019 2:44pm
2 minutes to read

"They want to kick me out of my own country."

LIFESTYLE

Why New Zealand's obsession with lawns needs to end

18 Feb, 2019 1:59pm
5 minutes to read

Kiwi's obsession with having their backyard sets us back ecologically and socially.

Alec Baldwin parodies Donald Trump on Saturday Night Live. Photo / SNL

ENTERTAINMENT

Trump reacts furiously to SNL sketch

18 Feb, 2019 8:36am
2 minutes to read

President has responded with outrage after being mocked in a SNL sketch starring Baldwin.

SPORT

Huge hint: The obvious clue that reveals next All Blacks coach

18 Feb, 2019 2:30pm
3 minutes to read

It probably won't be Scott Robertson as the next All Blacks head coach, which leaves....

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Is this NZ's most luxurious eco mansion?

18 Feb, 2019 2:00pm
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Multi-million-dollar home for sale in Queenstown.

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Workplace problems you only know about if you have big breasts

18 Feb, 2019 9:26am
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Cleavage is a divisive subject, even among women.

New Zealand's Liam Lawson wins the NZ Grand Prix and claims the Castrol Toyota Racing Series, NZ Grand Prix, Manfeild, Feilding, New Zealand, 10 February 2019. Photo by John Cowpland / alphapix

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Kiwi teenager signs deal to become Red Bull F1 Junior driver

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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Fresh from winning the NZGP, Pukekohe ace Liam Lawson makes big 2019 announcement.

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NEW ZEALAND

More bad news for Bridges in latest political poll

18 Feb, 2019 5:14pm

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NEW ZEALAND

Two races, one road and a fatal head-on crash

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19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

San Francisco could teach our city a lesson on stadiums

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Herald morning quiz: February 19

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Ardern serves up a tax steak, but the sprouts are on the way

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Many young drivers clueless about vehicle maintenance

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Editorial: UK's view suggests Huawei warrants a second look

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Liam Dann: Where to next for NZ-China relations?

18 Feb, 2019 10:00pm

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Members of the Carey family looking at the river which flows their farms. Photo / Hunter Calder

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Rod Emmerson: What lies ahead for political cartoonists

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Steve Braunias on the Malcolm Rewa trial: A deadly serious case with elements of farce

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Fans have questioned Ariana's tanning habits after she appeared on stage even darker than Nicki Minaj. Photo / Getty Images

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Ariana Grande is blackfishing, so what do we do?

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Focus: Building San Francisco's AT&T Stadium beside a harbour

18 Feb, 2019 10:00pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus Live: Controversial professor Jordan Peterson speaks in Auckland

18 Feb, 2019 10:00pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus Live: More bad news for Simon Bridges in latest political poll

18 Feb, 2019 10:00pm
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Focus Live: Internet giants face surprise New Zealand tax

18 Feb, 2019 10:00pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Sister of Hamuwera Holloway says his killer 'broke our family'

18 Feb, 2019 10:00pm
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Vodafone NZ chief executive Jason Paris says price rises from wholesaler Chorus, and increased costs, were behind the $3 price rise imposed on all residential broadband customers last month. Photo / Leon Menzies

BUSINESS

Watchdog has beef with Vodafone price increase

updated 28 minutes ago 19 Feb, 2019 5:00am

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BUSINESS

Open Country challenges validity of Fonterra's milk price

18 Feb, 2019 4:43pm
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Shares dip on fears of widening New Zealand-China rift

18 Feb, 2019 4:41pm
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NZ dollar rises on hope of US-China trade deal

18 Feb, 2019 4:39pm
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High Court Judge kicks Viagogo injunction to touch

18 Feb, 2019 3:57pm
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'Sophisticated state actor' hacked Australian political parties

18 Feb, 2019 2:49pm
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Liam Dann: Digital tax move timely but hardly a bombshell

18 Feb, 2019 2:28pm
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BUSINESS

Backpacker's social media post for farm work turns ugly

18 Feb, 2019 6:42pm
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A backpackers' innocent social media post looking for local work has turned nasty.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Photo / AP

BUSINESS

Internet giants face surprise NZ tax

18 Feb, 2019 4:45pm
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Government move follows similar action in France, but takes private sector by surprise.

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How to bank an extra $173,000

18 Feb, 2019 12:00am
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China's young people in debt

18 Feb, 2019 12:00am
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15 Feb, 2019 12:00am
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9 Feb, 2019 12:00am
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21 Jan, 2019 12:00am
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WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND - APRIL 09: A general view of houses in the suburb of Woodridge on April 9, 2016 in Wellington, New Zealand. Increased demand for property in Wellington has seen house prices

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18 Feb, 2019 1:58pm

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China's rush to buy Aussie homes could boost Auckland house prices

17 Feb, 2019 9:20am
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Expert says Aussies could look to buy in NZ if foreign buyers flood Australian market.

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18 Feb, 2019 1:56pm
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17 Feb, 2019 8:20pm
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Trump prepares to issue first veto of his term over border wall

18 Feb, 2019 8:39pm

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From left, Timothy Law, President of the ECA (Ending Clergy Abuse) organisation, Denise Buchanan and Peter Isely, both founding member of the ECA talk to each other outside the Vatican. Photo / AP

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Organisers of Pope Francis summit to meet with sex abuse survivors

18 Feb, 2019 8:25pm
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Activists have demanded an end to decades of cover-ups by church leaders.

US President Donald Trump gestures to the audience as he heads to the Oval Office. Photo / AP

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Comment: How to screw up an emergency declaration in 10 easy steps

18 Feb, 2019 4:52pm
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Trump wrecked his own, already dismal case for a border wall, writes Jennifer Rubin.

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Did Japan's PM nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize after president asked him to?

18 Feb, 2019 4:46pm
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Trump boasted during a White House press event that Abe nominated him.

The student refused to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance, telling the teacher that he thinks the flag and the national anthem are 'racist' against black people. Photo / Getty Images

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US student charged by police after refusing to recite Pledge of Allegiance

18 Feb, 2019 4:43pm
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'Suspend me! I don't care. This school is racist.'

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Kiwi teenager signs deal to become Red Bull F1 Junior driver

19 Feb, 2019 5:00am
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18 Feb, 2019 8:00pm
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18 Feb, 2019 6:05pm
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18 Feb, 2019 4:00pm
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18 Feb, 2019 12:15pm
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18 Feb, 2019 9:55am
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'The right time to go': All Blacks star off to Japan

18 Feb, 2019 6:43pm

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18 Feb, 2019 2:30pm
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Furious Warriors hit back at tampering claims

18 Feb, 2019 3:30pm
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18 Feb, 2019 4:35pm
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Dirty rumour devastates tennis star after shock split from coach

18 Feb, 2019 7:20pm
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Why 'live' sport in NZ is dying a slow death

18 Feb, 2019 5:50pm
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COMMENT: What does the sports stadium of the future look like? It doesn't exist.

Toulon owner Mourad Boudjellal. Photo / Getty

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Comment | Savea-bashing millionaire a clown of the worst order

18 Feb, 2019 2:30pm
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Patrick McKendry: Boudjellal's nonsensical rants should serve as warning to NZ players.

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18 Feb, 2019 7:20pm

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This music festival banking system needs to wop off

18 Feb, 2019 12:30pm

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18 Feb, 2019 7:00am
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Fans praise star's 'life saving' fashion choices

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18 Feb, 2019 8:36am
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18 Feb, 2019 9:10am
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NYPD officer told cops 'to shoot 50 Cent on sight'

18 Feb, 2019 11:00am
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The officer is under investigation for allegedly telling cops to shoot 50 Cent

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Fans lose it over Amazon's latest LOTR teaser

18 Feb, 2019 10:00am
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A simple tweet has fans scrambling to work out what it could mean for the franchise

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MOVIES

Ryan Reynold's close call with a grizzly bear

16 Feb, 2019 7:43am
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The Deadpool star "screamed bloody murder" when he came face-to-face with a black bear.

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MOVIES

Daniel Radcliffe reveals his favourite Harry Potter film

15 Feb, 2019 12:47pm
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Daniel Radcliffe has revealed his favourite film from the Harry Potter franchise.

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Herald morning quiz: February 19

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Drum n bass titan to Air NZ: 'Can I produce the next song?'

18 Feb, 2019 2:42pm
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The Belgian drum and bass producer Netsky has just touched down in Auckland.

Hayley Holt gives Drake her 'Ed Sheeran treatment'

18 Feb, 2019 10:35am
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Hayley Holt has given another superstar the "Ed Sheeran treatment."

Secret wedding, first baby: Why Matilda won't be on DWTS

17 Feb, 2019 7:00am
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The happy couple are expecting their first child together!

Inside new Heartbreak Island star's bed-hopping antics

17 Feb, 2019 7:00am
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Secrets spilled during Heartbreak Island's season 2 launch.

Who's that girl? Meet Westside's new Cheryl

17 Feb, 2019 7:00am
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Fans will find their favourite Westie looks a little different.

Kiwi stars get polo ready

17 Feb, 2019 7:00am
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Stars are lining up for next Saturday's Land Rover NZ Polo Open

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The film that sent Melanie Lynskey into labour

15 Feb, 2019 3:25pm
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Melanie Lynskey and her husband Jason Ritter welcomed a baby girl in December.

Jeremy's shock gift for Hilary Barry

15 Feb, 2019 8:54am
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We all know Jeremy for his tongue in cheek humour – but has he taken it a step too far?

The best advice given to Kiwi celebs

15 Feb, 2019 7:18am
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Watch: KJ Apa's hilarious 'cup' prank

13 Feb, 2019 9:18am
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The Kiwi Riverdale star has been busy at work pranking his cast and crew on set.

Mike McRoberts to withdraw from Dancing with the Stars?

13 Feb, 2019 8:55am
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"To be honest, I shed a few tears," Mike says.

Westside star says baby 'felt right'

12 Feb, 2019 9:49am
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Antonia Prebble and Dan Musgrove are expecting their first child together.

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Reply all? How to avoid work email disasters

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Worker shortage best met with on-job-training, says industry group

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OCG consultant Paul O'Donovan explains how to get plugged in Downunder.

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What not to say in a job interview

15 Feb, 2019 4:01pm
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Is the way you cook a roast dinner deadly?

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18 Feb, 2019 3:00pm

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18 Feb, 2019 1:00pm
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18 Feb, 2019 12:00pm
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