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Grace Millane was murdered just days after arriving in Auckland as part of a year long solo OE.

NEW ZEALAND

Judge tells Grace Millane's family 'your grief must be desperate'

10 Dec, 2018 8:17am

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BUSINESS

115,000 Kiwis to get tax bill for first time

10 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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SPORT

Former rugby 'legend' beaten to death in French bar

10 Dec, 2018 9:10am
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NEW ZEALAND

Lesley Elliott: Grace Millane's killing brings back the horrific memories

10 Dec, 2018 8:22am
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WORLD

Yellow vest protests 'a catastrophe'

10 Dec, 2018 7:45am
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OneRoof

Help for Kiwis who don't have access to 'bank of mum and dad'

10 Dec, 2018 10:30am
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LIFESTYLE

Meghan Markle's father releases details of her first wedding

10 Dec, 2018 8:35am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Star defends Kevin Hart over Oscars controversy

10 Dec, 2018 9:05am
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Grace Millane, 22, was last heard from December 1, 2018. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

'Unbearable' end to search for Grace: Focus shifts to red car

10 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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A red Toyota Corolla hatchback is now the focus of the Grace Millane murder inquiry.

House Judiciary Committee ranking member, Democrat Jerry Nadler. Photo / AP file

WORLD

Top House Democrats talk Trump impeachment, jail

10 Dec, 2018 8:12am
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"The new Congress will not try to shield the President," said Congressman Jerry Nadler.

Jimmy Gressier face planted across the line. Photo / Twitter

SPORT

Cross country runner's hilarious face-plant finish

10 Dec, 2018 7:50am
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Jimmy Gressier attempted to defend his title in style before things went horribly wrong.

Steph Aston has been diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a connective tissue disorder, but is struggling to get treatment. Photo / Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

Life at stake: Doctor pleads case for desperate patient

10 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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Steph Aston has been diagnosed with a life-threatening disease - but she can't get help.

Madison the Anatolian shepherd dog that apparently guarded his burned home for nearly a month until his owner returned. Photo / AP

WORLD

Dog that survived US wildfire waited weeks for owners to return

10 Dec, 2018 8:26am
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Dog that survived catastrophic wildfire protected ruins of his home for nearly a month.

Kiwibuild houses under construction. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Hosking: This policy was conceived bad, born bad, and is bad

10 Dec, 2018 6:03am
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Comment: Phil Twyford surely must by now be having reservations, if not nightmares.

NEW ZEALAND

Mission's Christmas giving begins

10 Dec, 2018 7:01am
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NEW ZEALAND

Penguin hit and killed by car in Timaru

9 Dec, 2018 8:10pm
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People all over the world lamenting the loss of Grace Millane have posted pictures of skylines, sunsets and sunrises as a digital vigil for the 22-year-old British backpacker. Photo / Twitter

NEW ZEALAND

Moving pictures posted in memory of British backpacker

10 Dec, 2018 7:26am
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#HerLightOurLove is being used as a sort of digital vigil to remember Grace Millane.

White House Senior Adviser Jared Kushner, left and Ivanka Trump, right, the daughter and assistant to US President Donald Trump. Photo / AP file

WORLD

The Russian outreach to Trump's campaign

10 Dec, 2018 9:36am
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Russians interacted with at least 14 Trump associates during the campaign and transition.

Georgina Beyer became the world's first transgender MP on this day in 1999, representing which seat? PHoto / File

NEW ZEALAND

Herald daily quiz: December 10

10 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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Current events, geography, history, trivia ... Test your knowledge with our daily quiz.

Is it discrimination to be called a 'Kiwi'? A South Australian Employment Tribunal says not. Photo / 123RF

NEW ZEALAND

'Ruined my life': NZ woman on being called Kiwi by Aussie boss

9 Dec, 2018 10:14am
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Woman sued boss for racial discrimination but tribunal found for employer.

A map of the likely effect of climate change on the cocoa growing regions of Côte d'Ivoire (left) and Ghana (right) in 2050. Photo / Supplied

LIFESTYLE

The map that should terrify chocolate lovers

9 Dec, 2018 8:08pm
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Cadbury has warned Dairy Milk bars could become a thing of the past.

This award allows us to recognise the truly inspiring stories in our communities. Read them, then vote for your favourite.

NEW ZEALAND

New Zealander of the Year 2018: People's Choice Award

8 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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Who gets your vote as New Zealander of the Year?

OneRoof

Help for Kiwis who don't have access to 'bank of mum and dad'

10 Dec, 2018 10:30am
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BNZ to launch shared ownership for first-home buyers.

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How to succeed in demanding roles

10 Dec, 2018 6:00am
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People who have to excel at high levels could benefit.

Hayden Paddon on his way to second place at Kennards Rally Australia in Coffs Harbour. PHOTOGRAPHY INMOTION/Greg Henderson

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Hayden Paddon reveals his 'only WRC option' for 2019

10 Dec, 2018 10:45am
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Paddon waits to see where he might fit into the Hyundai Motorsport's WRC programme.

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NEW ZEALAND

Bridges 'unfazed and unconcerned' with party leaks

10 Dec, 2018 8:55am

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NEW ZEALAND

Bridges 'unfazed and unconcerned' with party leaks

10 Dec, 2018 8:55am
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NEW ZEALAND

Mission's Christmas giving begins

10 Dec, 2018 7:01am
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NEW ZEALAND

Judge tells Grace Millane's family 'your grief must be desperate'

10 Dec, 2018 8:17am
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NEW ZEALAND

Armed men rob BP station in Rotorua

10 Dec, 2018 8:23am
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NEW ZEALAND

Moving pictures posted in memory of British backpacker

10 Dec, 2018 7:26am
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NEW ZEALAND

Tauranga paraglider killed in crash named

10 Dec, 2018 7:30am
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Steph Aston wants a factitious disorder diagnosis removed from her medical file and for her care to be transferred to a different DHB. Photo / Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

'I am so sick that I am fighting for my life'

9 Dec, 2018 6:11pm

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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

Premium & Indepth

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

Radio star Leighton Smith on signing off, luck, love and his unfashionable opinions.

Premium & Indepth

Huawei: What you need to know about the Chinese giant

A Q&A about the company embroiled in the CFO arrest and Spark ban.

St Kentigern College has been excluded from next year's Auckland 1A First XV competition. Photo / Getty

Premium & Indepth

Poaching scandal: Elite school kicked out of rugby comp

Exclusive: Auckland schools refuse to play St Kentigern over 'brazen' recruitment.

NZ Herald Focus and Local Focus videos

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: EDS sufferer Steph Aston on being accused of faking her symptoms

9 Dec, 2018 6:11pm
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Focus: Body found in Grace Millane search

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Local Focus: Picnic in the Pinetum

9 Dec, 2018 6:11pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: SPCA stalwart Bob Kerridge on the stroke that 'won't stop me'

9 Dec, 2018 6:11pm
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Local Focus: Solar company at the centre of ten Commerce Commission complaints

9 Dec, 2018 6:11pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Snacks promoted as healthy but have high sugar content

9 Dec, 2018 6:11pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: University gets $5m for world-leading brain research

9 Dec, 2018 6:11pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Father of missing tourist Grace Millane speaks

9 Dec, 2018 6:11pm
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BUSINESS

Focus: Tip Top's next master likely to come from overseas

9 Dec, 2018 6:11pm
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Housing minister Phil Twyford was grilled on Q&A last night. Photo/TVNZ.

BUSINESS

Heat on Twyford to reveal why KiwiBuild boss went

10 Dec, 2018 7:25am

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BUSINESS

115,000 Kiwis to get tax bill for first time

10 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

John Key concerned at potential Air NZ strike action

10 Dec, 2018 10:02am
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BUSINESS

Couple awarded $84k for faulty wall panels

10 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Trade Me boss delays departure amid bidding war

10 Dec, 2018 10:14am
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Whenuapai Air Force base warns locals after drone incidents

10 Dec, 2018 10:00am
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BUSINESS

OneRoof teams up with Valocity

10 Dec, 2018 9:14am
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BUSINESS

Continuous Disclosure: A Tip Top deal for Graeme Hart?

10 Dec, 2018 7:39am
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An Air New Zealand 787-9 Dreamliner. It's been a tough year for the airline. Photo / Brett Phibbs

BUSINESS

Comment: Air NZ strike threat has already caused damage

9 Dec, 2018 4:11pm
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After years of relative industrial peace, airline and unions are in an unfamiliar place

More than half of over 60 year olds think they need to save more for retirement. Photo/John Borren.

BUSINESS

Kiwis unsure how much to save for retirement

10 Dec, 2018 7:43am
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Kiwis think they need to save more for retirement but don't know how much.

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Andy Palmer and son Jethro. Photo / Supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

'Passion' planting helps water clear

7 Dec, 2018 12:04pm
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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
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BRAND INSIGHT

China voted birthplace of tea

7 Dec, 2018 12:00am
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John McKay, CEO, AsureQuality. Picture / Barker Photography.

BRAND INSIGHT

NZ's great food opportunity

7 Dec, 2018 12:00am
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Ross McMahon at his CIIE booth. Picture / Supplied

BRAND INSIGHT

Brexit sees UK push into China

30 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

How humour beats stress

27 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Laser could zap prostate cancer

24 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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Wet wipes have been a boon for generations of parents. Photo Getty Images.

BRAND INSIGHT

Wet wipes change sought

23 Nov, 2018 12:05am
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BRAND INSIGHT

Where buses act as "air purifiers"

23 Nov, 2018 12:00am
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New Zealand, Auckland, North Island, Oneroa

How to get a house on NZ's fantasy island

9 Dec, 2018 2:16pm

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The hidden costs of Aussie property meltdown

8 Dec, 2018 7:18pm
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Sellers forking out up to A$60K on renovations to attract 'picky" buyers.

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The last of Auckland's original beach-front baches for sale

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The tiniest home for sale in NZ

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The big shift in the property market after the frenzy years

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Australia's cheapest home right now is a cave

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A Xmas debt bomb that's about to explode

9 Dec, 2018 2:13pm
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Christmas is calling for Australia's cash-strapped mortgage holders.

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The suburb with the most expensive homes

9 Dec, 2018 7:22am
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Tauranga's Mount Maunganui is in hot demand.

Opinion

New Zealanders are fixated on high-quality meat, and that's a bad thing when it comes to your wallet. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

How to save money on meat - without eating less

10 Dec, 2018 7:22am
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Though it wouldn't hurt, you don't have to become a weekday vegetarian to save on meat.

NEW ZEALAND

Hosking: This policy was conceived bad, born bad, and is bad

10 Dec, 2018 6:03am
3 minutes to read

Comment: Phil Twyford surely must by now be having reservations, if not nightmares.

From left, Rodrigo Duterte, Theresa May, Donald Trump, Xi Jinping, Emmanuel Macron and Jacinda Ardern. Photos / AP, Pool

NEW ZEALAND

Soper: World order becomes world of disorder

10 Dec, 2018 6:00am
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COMMENT: The rise of the oddballs has all happened within the past couple of years.

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WORLD

The Russian outreach to Trump's campaign

10 Dec, 2018 9:36am

9 minutes to read

A farmer ploughs a dry field to plant rice seedlings during sunset in Naypyitaw, Burma. Photo / AP

WORLD

Twitter chief mocked for 'tone deaf' Burma comments

10 Dec, 2018 9:06am
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"The tone-deafness here is... wow," said one Twitter user.

Police attempt to keep rival Brexit protest groups from clashing in central London today. Photos / AP

WORLD

Beers: Why Brexit still might not happen

10 Dec, 2018 8:37am
6 minutes to read

Ignoring the will of the people is a British tradition.

WORLD

Dog that survived US wildfire waited weeks for owners to return

10 Dec, 2018 8:26am
2 minutes to read

Dog that survived catastrophic wildfire protected ruins of his home for nearly a month.

WORLD

Top House Democrats talk Trump impeachment, jail

10 Dec, 2018 8:12am
5 minutes to read

"The new Congress will not try to shield the President," said Congressman Jerry Nadler.

Motoring News

Hayden Paddon reveals his 'only WRC option' for 2019

10 Dec, 2018 10:45am
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The need for speed: testing the new Triumph Speed Triple RS

10 Dec, 2018 10:30am
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Five reasons to study up on your car's history

10 Dec, 2018 10:29am
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First drive: new Mercedes-Benz B-Class tested in Spain

9 Dec, 2018 11:42am
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Some top tips for staying safe on long drives

9 Dec, 2018 11:40am
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Bigger than Texas: our first drive of the Mercedes GLE

8 Dec, 2018 9:16pm
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Watch & listen: Ford Mustang Bullitt takes Chev Camaro SS in noise war

7 Dec, 2018 6:05pm
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Don't fill up yet: cheaper petrol on the way

7 Dec, 2018 2:16pm
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Watch out VW Golf: New Skoda Scala hatchback revealed

7 Dec, 2018 10:45am
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Latest From Sport

All Blacks lock Brodie Retallick in action against England. Charlotte Wilson / Offside

SPORT

All Blacks dominate top 50 list, snubbed for top spot

10 Dec, 2018 9:04am

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Manchester City's Raheem Sterling in action. Photo / AP

SPORT

Sterling says media coverage fuels racism

10 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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British newspapers are helping to "fuel racism" says Manchester City star Raheem Sterling

SPORT

All Blacks Sevens go down to South Africa at Cape Town Sevens

10 Dec, 2018 6:50am
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Controversy erupts as fans denied to bring flags to game

10 Dec, 2018 5:47am
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Breakers bow to Sydney Kings - again

9 Dec, 2018 4:13pm
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Jamie Joseph has been Japan's head coach since 2016. Photo / Getty Images

SPORT

Chris Rattue: Why Jamie Joseph should be the new ABs coach

9 Dec, 2018 6:57pm
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Chris Rattue: And my winner is (drum roll) Jamie Joseph, as the next All Blacks coach.

SPORT

With power comes responsibility: Why Parker must KO Flores

9 Dec, 2018 11:26am
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Kiwi heavyweight needs a decisive stoppage to prove he belongs among world's elite.

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NEW ZEALAND

Orca at Man O' War Bay at Waiheke

9 Dec, 2018 4:13pm

ENTERTAINMENT

Trailer: Brooklyn Nine-Nine (Season 6)

9 Dec, 2018 4:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: EDS sufferer Steph Aston on being accused of faking her symptoms

9 Dec, 2018 4:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Body found in Grace Millane search

9 Dec, 2018 4:13pm

New BMX track in Rotorua

9 Dec, 2018 4:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Police at crime scene in Waitakere Ranges

9 Dec, 2018 4:13pm

BUSINESS

How much could the untapped resources on the moon be worth?

9 Dec, 2018 4:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Mike's Minute: Kiwibuild is a sham

9 Dec, 2018 4:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: SPCA stalwart Bob Kerridge on the stroke that 'won't stop me'

9 Dec, 2018 4:13pm

Latest From Entertainment

Nick Cannon and Kevin Hart. Photo / Getty Images

ENTERTAINMENT

Star defends Kevin Hart over Oscars controversy

10 Dec, 2018 9:05am

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Jason Momoa revives GoT character Khal Drogo

10 Dec, 2018 8:55am
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Duff confirms talks of Lizzie McGuire revival

10 Dec, 2018 8:50am
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Matt Heath: Boxing in virtual world takes some beating

10 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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Reggae music joins Unesco list

10 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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What the YouTube Rewind says about 2018

9 Dec, 2018 1:47pm
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How the Grammys tried to fix its diversity problem

9 Dec, 2018 9:25am
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Cardi B has rapped about her impending divorce. Photo / AP

ENTERTAINMENT

Cardi B raps about impending divorce in new lyrics

10 Dec, 2018 9:20am
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The rapper changed her lyrics to reference her upcoming divorce.

ENTERTAINMENT

Official Brooklyn Nine-Nine trailer has been released

10 Dec, 2018 9:34am
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The brand new Brooklyn Nine-Nine trailer is here and it's pretty toit.

Movies

Amber Heard and Jason Momoa attend CinemaCon 2018 Warner Bros. Photo / Getty Images

MOVIES

Aquaman star Jason Momoa slammed: 'Not remotely OK'

7 Dec, 2018 4:49pm
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A story by Aquaman actress Amber Heard about her co-star has ignited fierce debate.

Hera Hilmar stars in Mortal Engines. Photo / Getty

MOVIES

Jackson's latest film Mortal Engines lacking 'direction' say critics

7 Dec, 2018 9:51am
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Sir Peter Jackson's blockbuster is not receiving the shining reviews that it was meant to.

Daily puzzles, quizzes and horoscopes

Puzzles

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

Quizzes

Herald daily quiz: December 10

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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

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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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Hilary Barry crashes wedding, live-tweets all

9 Dec, 2018 10:06am
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What better way to spend a Saturday than at a stranger's wedding, right?

Meet the It Girl of Project Runway NZ

9 Dec, 2018 7:02am
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The biggest star to emerge from the show is one of the models, Gracie Lambert.

Mike McRoberts just wants to 'have a little fun'

9 Dec, 2018 7:02am
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The 52-year-old is excited to be competing in the next season of Dancing with the Stars.

Glam Slam: Eugenie Bouchard set to take over Auckland

9 Dec, 2018 7:02am
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Bouchard is one of the biggest names in women's sport.

Kiwi film-makers in Oscar race

9 Dec, 2018 7:02am
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LA-based Kiwi producer Fleur Saville and her partner have an Oscar in their sights.

Millennial issues: How to survive your work Christmas party

7 Dec, 2018 9:48am
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"Dennis from IT was crumping Sharon from accounts and it was so good."

The best of Hilary Barry's clapbacks

7 Dec, 2018 7:34am
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If there's one thing we've learned in 2018, it's that nobody should go after Hilary.

NZ host opens up about promise he made to Greg Boyed about mental health

6 Dec, 2018 8:40am
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Matt Chisholm says #itsokaytonotbeokay after visiting an Auckland doctor's office.

Hilary Barry's smart response to 'uppity tart' comment

5 Dec, 2018 1:28pm
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Fans have applauded her on her hilarious comment to the spiteful viewer, Phil.

TV hosts recreate 'woke' version of Christmas carol

5 Dec, 2018 11:45am
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Kanoa Lloyd and Jesse Mulligan rewrite the 1944 classic to make more sense in 2018.

Sarah Gandy farewells The Hits

5 Dec, 2018 9:50am
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Radio host Sarah Gandy bid a sad farewell to her co-hosts Toni Street and Sam Wallace.

The Kiwi singer beating Ariana Grande in the charts

5 Dec, 2018 8:57am
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A Kiwi artist has topped even the likes of Ariana Grande in the charts overseas

YUDU Career Advice and Jobs

The key trait that can bump up your salary

9 Dec, 2018 4:00am

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The good thing about a bad boss

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Shocking results from sexism survey

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Get rid of nerves when asking THAT question

8 Dec, 2018 6:00am
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If you don't ask, you won't get.

YUDU

How to stop workers from pulling sickies

7 Dec, 2018 1:50pm
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It sounds counter-intuitive, but it works.

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LIFESTYLE

How to save money on meat - without eating less

10 Dec, 2018 7:22am

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Soy sauce cleanse trend goes horribly wrong

10 Dec, 2018 8:20am
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Why UK restaurants are being asked to ban avocados

10 Dec, 2018 9:29am
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Mum reunites with daughter taken away 69 years ago

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Creepy reason woman's mugshot went viral

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Royal rift: Harry and Will butt heads over Meghan

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Simon Gault shares two impressive Christmas puddings

9 Dec, 2018 6:01am
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Life Hack: How to keep your summer whites bright

9 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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A 12-year-old boy is working odd jobs to raise money for a special Christmas gift - a gravestone for his best friend. Photo / Fox

LIFESTYLE

Boy raises money to buy headstone for best friend after cancer battle

10 Dec, 2018 8:46am
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His mum couldn't afford a headstone, so 12yo best friend got a job to pay for his goodbye.

Meghan Markle's father, who has not spoken to the pregnant Duchess in months, has produced a dossier of

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Meghan Markle's father releases details of first wedding

10 Dec, 2018 8:35am
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Thomas Markle shares private letters and details of Meghan's marijuana nuptials.

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Christmas balls with white chocolate & cranberry

'Tis the season for treats. Luckily, these ones are not too naughty.

The best cookbooks to give foodies this Christmas

Treat the food lover in your life to these tasty reads.

Christmas fruit mince tarts with pear & pecan

Nothing says Christmas quite like festive little fruit mince tarts.

All the best celebrity looks of the week

Kate Middleton, Beyonce and Nicole Kidman brought the glamour this week.

Versace brings 'that' iconic dress back

Versace goes for gloss and glam as they continue to experience an 'It' moment.

Fun things to do around Auckland this weekend

Don't miss Estère performing on Waiheke plus plenty of Christmas market days.

Christmas Gift Guide: 23 perfect presents for homebodies

Peruse the perfect gifts for those who like staycations and the comforts of home.

No-stir oven baked chicken risotto

Let the oven do all the hard work creating this Eleanor Ozich recipe.

Deck the halls with the best Christmas beauty baubles

Yes - beauty baubles are a thing and you definitely need to indulge.

Miss Crabb announces imminent closure after 15 years in fashion

Beloved NZ fashion label Miss Crabb is winding down after 15 years in business.

The Victoria's Secret fashion show is too boring to even argue about

The whole hour-long shindig was a bore. A snooze. A shrug.

Restaurant review: Red Wall 1939, Parnell Rose Gardens

Jesse Mulligan feels the pinch at this fine-dining Chinese restaurant.

He's at it again. Bond can't help but dashing off on a hazardous journey to save the world, despite having downed a few too many earlier in the day. Photo / Supplied

LIFESTYLE

Women, fast cars and helicopter gunships shouldn't mix with alcohol, Mr Bond

9 Dec, 2018 8:15am
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British agent James Bond once consumed 50 units of alcohol while on the job.

LIFESTYLE

The map that should terrify chocolate lovers

9 Dec, 2018 8:08pm
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Cadbury has warned Dairy Milk bars could become a thing of the past.

Twitter image of the Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle attending the Association of Commonwealth Universities. Photo / The ACU / David Tett

LIFESTYLE

Meghan debuts new hairdo in surprise solo outing

9 Dec, 2018 8:20am
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The Duchess of Sussex has turned heads in London while Harry also ventured out on his own.

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Nutty quinoa and asparagus salad

This salad makes a lovely light main or sensational accompaniment to grilled chicken.

Matcha and alkalising greens smoothie

This green smoothie helps to alkalise the body, which many of us need this time of year.

Simon Gault shares two impressive Christmas puddings

Try your hand at a traditional Christmas pudding or a decadent tiramisu.

Annabel Langbein's modern prep-ahead Christmas menu

Go a bit modern this Christmas with a raw salmon starter, slow-cooked lamb, and ice cream.

Asparagus, fried tofu and cashew mint sauce

A seasonal treasure, the asparagus. Treat your palate, and your health.

Coconut fish and parmesan chips

Don't resist fish'n'chip Friday. Try this fancy rendition on Friday's favourite tradition.

Chipotle and plum glaze for your Christmas ham

Why not spice up the fruity glaze for your baked ham?

Festive sweet treats: Christmas snowballs

These lovely buttery cookies, with their tangy cherry filling, will vanish very quickly.

Egg, bacon and tomato wrap

This protein-packed wrap makes a wonderful breakfast, lunch, or anytime.

Christmas chocolate roulade

This pavlova-like dessert is rolled around a filling of fruit mince and whipped cream.

Frozen lemon cheesecake

This tart cheesecake is incredibly easy to make and will be a hit with the whole family.

Slow-cooked Morrocan turkey

Give your Christmas turkey a Morrocan twist with spices and couscous stuffing.

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Ayana Resort and Spa, in Jimbaran, Bali, has a strict smartphone policy at one of its pools. Photo / Supplied

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How the digital detox is ruining luxury vacations

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Europe city hop: How does the train stack up against a train in terms of cost, speed and comfort?

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Europe, Train vs Plane: Pitting the Eurostar against a budget carrier

10 Dec, 2018 9:28am
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Travellers on Europe's budget airlines migh not be bagging the bargain they thought.

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NZ still 'safe place to visit' despite tourist's death

10 Dec, 2018 9:11am
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NZ still "safe place to visit" despite Grace Millane's death, tourism chief says

Taranaki Falls in the Tongariro National Park. Photo / Tony Rodgers

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Best New Zealand adventures

10 Dec, 2018 7:00am
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A few gems to explore in our own backyard this Christmas.

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Jon Macdonald (pictured) became Trade Me's second chief executive a decade ago following the departure of founder Sam Morgan. Photo / Supplied.

BUSINESS

Trade Me boss delays departure amid bidding war

10 Dec, 2018 10:14am

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BUSINESS

Whenuapai Air Force base warns locals after drone incidents

10 Dec, 2018 10:00am
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Plus: those much-ignored drone rules.

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NEW ZEALAND

New wonder material: A rugby field packed in a teaspoon

10 Dec, 2018 5:00am
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Scientists are excited at the carbon-capturing potential of a new class of compounds.

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