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Justice Simon France quashed a drugs conviction against Joseph Babich in a High Court decision released this week. Photo / File

BUSINESS

Cocaine case: Judge quashes Rich List son's conviction

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am

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BUSINESS

$300k homes, beaches, sun: Auckland firm shifts staff to Gisborne

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Holiday weekend horror: Man stabbed to death at motor camp

21 Oct, 2018 9:48am
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SPORT

Exiled Kiwi rugby star: 'I was crucified for being a New Zealander'

21 Oct, 2018 6:59am
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NEW ZEALAND

Three weeks old, days to live: 'We're not giving up on baby'

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

'I didn't raise him to swear' - Simon Bridges' Mum speaks out

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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OneRoof

CV slayers: The $1m-plus homes selling well above their council valuations

21 Oct, 2018 4:00am
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LIFESTYLE

Harry and Meghan kick off Invictus Games

21 Oct, 2018 9:00am
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Beauden Barrett and Hannah Laity are due to marry in the new year. Photo / Instagram

ENTERTAINMENT

Beauden and Hannah's New Year wedding bells

21 Oct, 2018 7:05am
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Beauden Barrett and fiancee Hannah Laity are well under way with wedding preparations.

Bahareh Safamanesh (left) is upset that her sister Behnaz (right) is not being granted a visa to be her bridesmaid. Photo / supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Wedding dreams in tatters after sister denied visa

21 Oct, 2018 6:59am
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INZ says visa declined because of concerns she was not a bona fide visitor

SPORT

Brendon Hartley posts sixth-fastest time but will start last

21 Oct, 2018 8:40am
4 minutes to read

Hartley will start from the back of grid in tomorrow's Formula 1 United States Grand Prix.

Jami-Lee Ross and Simon Bridges. Photos / Michael Craig, Doug Sherring

NEW ZEALAND

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Bridges and Ross are both finished

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

COMMENT: The drama within the National Party is worthy of its own TV show.

President Donald Trump speaks to media before boarding Air Force One at Elko Regional Airport in Nevada. Photo / AP

WORLD

Trump says US will pull out of nuke pact with Russia

21 Oct, 2018 9:40am
Quick Read

The 1987 pact helps protect the security of the US and allies in Europe and the Far East.

Katie Toghill (left, with mother Katrina) - who has claimed that she was raped by her brother Marc Sutton. Photo / Supplied

WORLD

'I've won!': Sister of British biker gunned down in French Alp celebrates his death

21 Oct, 2018 9:11am
3 minutes to read

Katie Toghill says that she was raped by her brother Marc Sutton.

BUSINESS

Jacksonville: Sir Peter's $150m real estate empire

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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LIFESTYLE

Grieving parents' horror while on dream holiday

20 Oct, 2018 1:11pm
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An Ariane 5 rocket has successfully lifted a spacecraft into orbit for a joint mission. Photo / AP

WORLD

Lift-off for 7-year trip to Mercury

21 Oct, 2018 8:13am
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An Ariane 5 rocket has successfully lifted a spacecraft into orbit for a joint mission.

SPORT

Kangaroos part Tongan red sea at sold-out Mt Smart

20 Oct, 2018 9:40pm
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Australia won the battle, but Tonga may yet win the war.

Thousands of people joined a march in London yesterday to demand a people's vote on Brexit. Photo / Getty

WORLD

670,000 anti-Brexit campaigners march in London calling for second referendum

21 Oct, 2018 7:37am
4 minutes to read

Thousands descend on London to demand a second vote on Brexit.

Saudi Royal Palace Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al-Saud. Photo / AP

WORLD

Pressure mounts on Saudi Crown prince

20 Oct, 2018 2:49pm
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Jamal Khashoggi has been confirmed dead but there's one key person who is yet to comment.

How the 1914-18 conflict unfolded in words and historic photos.

NEW ZEALAND

World War I: The Kiwi story

20 Oct, 2018 10:00am
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How the 1914-18 conflict unfolded in words and historic photos.

Make this holiday the best one yet. Photo / Supplied

TRAVEL

We're all going on a Summer holiday

21 Oct, 2018 7:00am
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Get prepared now so this break is your best yet, writes Stephanie Holmes.

OneRoof

A taste of Fiji in the heart of Devonport

21 Oct, 2018 6:00am
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Unlocking the elegance of 1910 villa.

yudu career advice

Is your boss a psychopath?

21 Oct, 2018 6:00am
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New research reveals disturbing results.

driven

Continental drift: tyre testing and future tech in Queenstown

21 Oct, 2018 9:19am
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We travel south to snowy Cardrona for a tyre tech crash course.

Latest From New Zealand

Tiritiri Matangi Island is north of Rangitoto in the Hauraki Gulf. Photo / NZPA

NEW ZEALAND

Is this New Zealand's worst summer holiday job?

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am

4 minutes to read

NEW ZEALAND

20 arrests, 2 people in hospital after large brawl following Tonga-Australia test

21 Oct, 2018 8:29am
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NEW ZEALAND

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Bridges and Ross are both finished

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Kerre McIvor: I'm all for a waterfront stadium

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

In Sir Ed's footsteps: Hillary's granddaughter set to conquer Everest

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

'If you need $, please take what you need': The Kiwi busker giving money away

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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NEW ZEALAND

Editorial: Busker's story reflects the best NZ can offer

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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Waikino School, the scene of the shooting tragedy. Photo / Waihi Arts Centre and Museum Association

NEW ZEALAND

The story of NZ's first and only mass school shooting

20 Oct, 2018 1:37pm

14 minutes to read

An artist's impression of the proposed Auckland Waterfront Stadium sunken stadium. Photo / Supplied

Premium & Indepth

Simon Wilson: Stadium an inspired proposal - now we need a champion

The new waterfront stadium proposal is magnificent but who will be its political champion?

Premium & Indepth

Jami-Lee Ross: The MP who is burning Bridges

Claire Trevett looks at how the National Party scandal unfolded.

Pamilar King (inset) died alone in her cabin on a long sea journey last month. Photo / File

Premium & Indepth

Lonely death at sea: Why an ailing 75-year-old set sail

No one was waiting for her. No grieving family or friends, just the police.

NZ Herald Focus and Local Focus videos

Chris Gudgin and Jiro Sasamoto have relocated from Auckland to Gisborne for the Straker Group. 18 October2018 NZ Herald photograph by Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Life is good, and cheaper, in the regions

20 Oct, 2018 1:37pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Mother of Simon Bridges comments on Jami-Lee Ross saga

20 Oct, 2018 1:37pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Sir Edmund Hillary's granddaughter prepares for mountain climb

20 Oct, 2018 1:37pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Head Hunter attacks in Tauranga

20 Oct, 2018 1:37pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Jami-Lee Ross talks to the Herald about his latest allegations against National

20 Oct, 2018 1:37pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Ever wonder how hundreds and thousands are made?

20 Oct, 2018 1:37pm
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LIFESTYLE

Focus: NZ's 2018 sausage of the year's a 'double banger'

20 Oct, 2018 1:37pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Plans released for proposed sunken stadium on Bledisloe Wharf

20 Oct, 2018 1:37pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

Shredding of Banksy's Girl and Balloon during auction

20 Oct, 2018 1:37pm
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Latest From Business

Singapore's GovTech is leading the city-state's transition into a 'smart nation'. Photo / 123RF

BUSINESS

Singapore turning into world's first 'smart nation'

21 Oct, 2018 9:11am

6 minutes to read

BUSINESS

ANZ bank boss: 'We did lose our way'

21 Oct, 2018 8:51am
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BUSINESS

Your Spotify history predicts the economy

21 Oct, 2018 8:50am
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BUSINESS

Facebook hires EU veteran to help with tougher scrutiny

21 Oct, 2018 8:48am
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BUSINESS

Processing profitability: The world can't get enough chocolate

21 Oct, 2018 8:33am
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BUSINESS

Jacksonville: Sir Peter's $150m real estate empire

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

Cocaine case: Judge quashes Rich List son's conviction

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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BUSINESS

$300k homes, beaches, sun: Auckland firm shifts staff to Gisborne

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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Skechers sales this quarter will be at least US$1.1 billion ($1.6b), the company says. Photo / Getty Images

BUSINESS

Skechers surges on its quarterly sales forecast

21 Oct, 2018 9:02am
2 minutes to read

The US trainer maker's forecast sales topped analysts' estimates.

Counter the consumerism that can eat through one's earnings by asking not just do I want it, but do I need it? Photo / File

BUSINESS

Diana Clement: Appetite to spend is worse the younger you are

21 Oct, 2018 8:52am
3 minutes to read

COMMENT: Ask questions of yourself when contemplating making a purchase.

Brand Insight

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BRAND INSIGHT

Strategy vital but few make time

19 Oct, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

China stubbing out smoking

19 Oct, 2018 12:00am
2 minutes to read

Jubilant Link2 Group team and sponsors. Photo /James Ensing-Trussell

BRAND INSIGHT

Making a link with success

19 Oct, 2018 12:00am
4 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

China becoming drone power

12 Oct, 2018 12:00am
3 minutes to read

Glidepath team - winners of Excellence in Innovation and the Supreme Business Excellence Award. Photo / Supplied.

BRAND INSIGHT

Kiwi firm bags big business award

12 Oct, 2018 12:00am
4 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

Scooter etiquette a must for Akld

12 Oct, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

Reducing road risks to bikers

9 Oct, 2018 12:00am
5 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

Fair pay for women: Here's how

9 Oct, 2018 12:00am
4 minutes to read

BRAND INSIGHT

Wind to power new energy era

5 Oct, 2018 12:01am
5 minutes to read

CV slayers: The $1m-plus homes selling well above their council valuations

21 Oct, 2018 4:00am

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Oneroof

CVs v selling prices: Who's winning, who's losing out?

20 Oct, 2018 4:47am
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The flat market market in Auckland is having an effect.

oneroof

Luxury Waiheke estate passes in at $18.5m

oneroof

House designed by the space-defying architect who just couldn't stay away

oneroof

The cities where first-home buyers are thriving

oneroof

How to turn one buy-to-let home into property empire

oneroof

Are CVs worthless when it comes to buying and selling a house?

20 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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CVs v property prices - we ask the experts.

Opinion

BUSINESS

Diana Clement: Appetite to spend is worse the younger you are

21 Oct, 2018 8:52am
3 minutes to read

COMMENT: Ask questions of yourself when contemplating making a purchase.

The new waterfront stadium proposal is for a partially submerged stadium on the Bledisloe Wharf. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Kerre McIvor: I'm all for a waterfront stadium

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

COMMENT: This could be a wonderful opportunity to create a city waterfront to be proud of.

Sailors Peter Burling and Blair Tuke celebrate Olympic success. Photo / File

SPORT

Michael Scott: A new era for our athletes begins now

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

COMMENT: The Heron Report marked a turning point for high performance sport in NZ.

Latest From World

Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Photo / AP file

WORLD

How the Saudi statements changed

21 Oct, 2018 9:50am

3 minutes to read

WORLD

Trump says US will pull out of nuke pact with Russia

21 Oct, 2018 9:40am
Quick Read

The 1987 pact helps protect the security of the US and allies in Europe and the Far East.

WORLD

'I've won!': Sister of British biker gunned down in French Alp celebrates his death

21 Oct, 2018 9:11am
3 minutes to read

Katie Toghill says that she was raped by her brother Marc Sutton.

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Al Saud. Photo / Getty Images

WORLD

Jamal Khashoggi: 9 questions Saudi Arabia hasn't answered

21 Oct, 2018 8:54am
6 minutes to read

Here are nine questions that the Saudi kingdom still needs to answer.

WORLD

670,000 anti-Brexit campaigners march in London calling for second referendum

21 Oct, 2018 7:37am
4 minutes to read

Thousands descend on London to demand a second vote on Brexit.

Motoring News

Continental drift: tyre testing and future tech in Queenstown

21 Oct, 2018 9:19am
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Towing tips for your long weekend away

21 Oct, 2018 9:15am
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Bob McMurray: Women's series will foster equality

21 Oct, 2018 9:12am
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Good Oil: Mini's 1275GT tribute model only available in France

20 Oct, 2018 2:57pm
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AA COTY 2018: Why the Holden Commodore made the top 10

20 Oct, 2018 8:23am
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Leaked: is this 2020 Ford Mustang GT500 before we're meant to see it?

19 Oct, 2018 7:00pm
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Mazda 767B rotary legend set to hit New Zealand

19 Oct, 2018 4:31pm
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More in Auckland abandoning their cars as running costs go up

19 Oct, 2018 3:54pm
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Lexus UX: New entry-level compact SUV to hit NZ

19 Oct, 2018 11:30am
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Latest From Sport

SPORT

Kangaroos part Tongan red sea at sold-out Mt Smart

20 Oct, 2018 9:40pm

4 minutes to read

SPORT

I see red! Finally, an NZ sporting event with atmosphere

20 Oct, 2018 9:45pm
3 minutes to read

For those 26,214 people at Mt Smart Stadium, this was something special to be a part of.

SPORT

Free-wheeling Auckland and Akira Ioane bringing the pride back

21 Oct, 2018 8:12am
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SPORT

Tonga coach: 'We didn't give ourselves a chance'

21 Oct, 2018 12:06am
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SPORT

Free Eden Park entry for Auckland v Canterbury Mitre 10 Cup final

20 Oct, 2018 7:13pm
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Gareth Anscombe and Milica Bubanja. Photo / Facebook.

SPORT

Exiled Kiwi rugby star: 'I was crucified for being a New Zealander'

21 Oct, 2018 6:59am
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Gareth Anscombe has found it difficult being the Kiwi lad playing for Wales.

Beauden Barrett and a few other top All Blacks linked to big-money overseas moves. Photo / Getty

SPORT

Three top All Blacks linked to big-money moves

20 Oct, 2018 5:00am
5 minutes to read

Japan is fast emerging as a serious contender to lure several senior All Blacks offshore.

Latest Video

WORLD

Thousands march for new Brexit vote

20 Oct, 2018 7:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Watch: Young man who busks to give money to those in need

20 Oct, 2018 7:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Life is good, and cheaper, in the regions

20 Oct, 2018 7:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Mother of Simon Bridges comments on Jami-Lee Ross saga

20 Oct, 2018 7:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Mystery surrounds missing Queenstown man

20 Oct, 2018 7:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Kiwi woman sets sky dive record in Abel Tasman

20 Oct, 2018 7:13pm

NEW ZEALAND

Kids, couple involved in double fatal crash in Northland

20 Oct, 2018 7:13pm

LIFESTYLE

Duchess wearing Kiwi designs on tour

20 Oct, 2018 7:13pm

ENTERTAINMENT

Lady Gaga confirms her engagement to agent Christian Carino

20 Oct, 2018 7:13pm

Latest From Entertainment

Lady Gaga speaks onstage during ELLE's 25th Annual Women In Hollywood Celebration. Photo / Getty Images

ENTERTAINMENT

Lady Gaga's engagement ring is valued at a whopping $1.9m

20 Oct, 2018 5:15pm

3 minutes to read

ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix drama is inaccurate, says real-life shooting survivor

20 Oct, 2018 9:50am
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ENTERTAINMENT

The TV reboot that's so 'woke' it hurts to watch

19 Oct, 2018 9:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

What to watch? A binger's guide to Labour Weekend

20 Oct, 2018 8:00am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Michael Buble slams rumours of retirement

19 Oct, 2018 8:04am
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ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix cancels 'Orange Is The New Black'

18 Oct, 2018 12:12pm
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The Romanoffs, Amazon Prime Video's new anthology series, can be brilliant and baffling.

ENTERTAINMENT

Can The Romanoffs reach the highs of Mad Men?

20 Oct, 2018 12:00pm
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It's brilliant, tedious, cinematic and completely ridiculous, says Calum Henderson.

In the 10 years of NZ On Screen, hundreds of shows have come and gone. Photos / supplied

ENTERTAINMENT

Are these the most iconic moments in NZ television?

20 Oct, 2018 10:00am
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NZ On Screen looks back at some of the most watched clips from each of the last ten years.

Movies

Jamie Lee Curtis returns to the big screen in Halloween.

MOVIES

Original scream queen Jamie Lee Curtis returns

18 Oct, 2018 9:37am
4 minutes to read

Forty years after she made her horror debut, Jamie Lee Curtis returns for Halloween.

Jamie Lee Curtis stars in the remake of Halloween. Supplied to TimeOut.

MOVIES

Can the return of Jamie Lee Curtis save Halloween?

18 Oct, 2018 6:00am
2 minutes to read

We brave the dark to review the new Halloween movie.

Daily puzzles, quizzes and horoscopes

Puzzles

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

Sir George Fistonich founded which Kiwi wine company? Photo / Supplied

Quizzes

Herald daily quiz: October 19

Horoscopes

Discover what your stars say with today's horoscopes

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TRAILBLAZERS: Dame Ngaio Marsh (G)

Dame Ngaio Marsh was a Queen of Crime and best-selling novelist.

Trailblazers: Wanda Messam (G)

Wanda Messam changed the lives of more than 300 children through foster care.

TRAILBLAZERS: Ruia Morrison (G)

Ruia Morrison was a tennis champion and trailblazer for Māori in sport.

TRAILBLAZERS: Helen Thayer (G)

Helen Thayer is a world record-setting adventurer and the first woman to walk solo to the magnetic North Pole.

TRAILBLAZERS: Beatrice Tinsley (G)

Beatrice Tinsley was a world-renowned astrophysicist and trailblazer for women in science.

TRAILBLAZERS: Nancy Wake (G)

Nancy Wake was a WWII hero and the Gestapo's most wanted person.

Trending on SPY

Have the Project Runway models gone rogue?

21 Oct, 2018 7:05am
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The Project Runway models are starting to revolt against some of the designers.

Martin Henderson's Fijian expedition

21 Oct, 2018 7:05am
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Martin Henderson has joined the East Less Plastic expedition.

Beauden and Hannah's New Year wedding bells

21 Oct, 2018 7:05am
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Beauden Barrett and fiancee Hannah Laity are well under way with wedding preparations.

What Chris Warner really thinks the Shorty St musical

21 Oct, 2018 7:05am
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Shortland Street veteran actor Michael Galvin is looking forward to seeing the musical.

Jack Tame's sweaty celeb encounter

19 Oct, 2018 11:11am
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Normally Tame is as cool as a cucumber, but there was one guest that steamed him up.

Oh baby! How the stars shared their pregnancy news

19 Oct, 2018 7:51am
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Deciding how and when to tell people you're expecting a baby is a big deal for anyone.

Kanoa's powerful mental health message

18 Oct, 2018 2:57pm
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The inspirational wahine has taken to Instagram to share her experiences.

Millennial Issues: Is drunk texting ever ok?

18 Oct, 2018 9:58am
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Ever woken up to a dead phone and half-eaten burger on your pillow? You are not alone.

Is Parris Goebel working with Kanye West on his new album? Photo / Doug Sherring

Parris Goebel and Kanye West team up in Uganda

18 Oct, 2018 9:44am
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Are Parris and Kanye working on a collaboration for his new album?

Chur! KJ Apa takes Kiwi slang global

17 Oct, 2018 2:44pm
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KJ's been busy teaching the internet some Kiwi slang - tino pai!

Breakfast host calls out 'selfish' royals

17 Oct, 2018 10:14am
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Dan Faitaua had some choice words on the royal baby announcement

Kiwi league star shares adorable family moment

17 Oct, 2018 9:46am
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The Tuivasa-Sheck family is living it up across the ditch in Byron Bay this week.

YUDU Career Advice and Jobs

Passion and innovation as important as experience

20 Oct, 2018 6:00am

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YUDU

'Don't go there': The hospital doctors are warned against

YUDU

Confessions of a superyacht worker

YUDU

How on Earth did we work before Google?

19 Oct, 2018 6:00pm
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The arrival of the search engine changed the way many of us do our jobs.

YUDU

Million-dollar pay packets of corporate bosses

19 Oct, 2018 12:00pm
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CEO pay only rose 2.2 per cent last year.

Latest From Lifestyle

Meghan wore Emilia Wickstead when she attended the opening of Anzac Memorial in Sydney with Prince Harry yesterday. Photo / AP

LIFESTYLE

Kiwi gift guide for Meghan and Harry's baby

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am

3 minutes to read

LIFESTYLE

Can't lose weight? Blame your brain

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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LIFESTYLE

Craving hangi: Meghan's special Kiwi menu

20 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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LIFESTYLE

Meghan's $32k tourdrobe: Duchess in Kiwi designs

20 Oct, 2018 4:59pm
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LIFESTYLE

The one baby name that's on the rise

20 Oct, 2018 2:24pm
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LIFESTYLE

Grieving parents' horror while on dream holiday

20 Oct, 2018 1:11pm
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Simon Gault's version of the ever popular poke bowl

21 Oct, 2018 5:58am
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Win a double pass to Taste of Auckland

20 Oct, 2018 6:00am
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Instagram is a ridiculous lie factory made to make us all feel inadequate.

LIFESTYLE

Instagram fatigue: Is the death of the influencer near?

21 Oct, 2018 5:00am
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Instagram is a ridiculous lie factory made to make us all feel inadequate.

We tend to sit in one of two camps with regard to how we feel stress. Photo / 123RF

LIFESTYLE

Sandra Clair: Natural remedies to curb stress

21 Oct, 2018 8:00am
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Beck Vass worries about monikers as she prepares to give birth.

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Why record collecting is making a comeback

Here's why you should move away from Spotify and start collecting records.

Kiwi pop artist Princess Chelsea's shares her beauty routine

Auckland-based singer Princess Chelsea, aka Chelsea Nikkel, shares her beauty secrets.

The hottest festivals to visit around NZ this summer

Tune into the sounds of summer and add these festivals to your hit list.

Mini caramel & pistachio nut tarts

Treat yourself to the perfect sweetness and crunch of these little tartlets.

Jordan Arts aka High Hoops shares his favourite things

The musician shows off his new Titirangi studio and funky jacket collection.

The best celebrity looks of the week

From the Duchess of Sussex to Cara Delevigne, this week's best looks were simple and chic.

Apple strudel with rum raisins & pine nuts

It doesn't get much better than fruity homemade strudel served with silky custard.

How to make floral-infused beauty water

Try Eleanor Ozich's simple recipe for multi-purpose beauty water.

All the fun things to do around Auckland this weekend

From Diwali to Cheese Month, there's plenty to celebrate this weekend.

Singer Marlon Williams reflects on his biggest year yet

The Lyttelton musician has added a Silver Scroll and a Hollywood movie to his resume.

New Opening: Puha & Pakeha's permanent Grey Lynn eatery

You can now find the popular food truck's Maori fusion street kai in one place.

Restaurant review: Izu, Papakura

Jesse Mulligan finds this Japanese eatery has all the right ingredients for greatness.

Rutland believes the reptile had been stalking her young son for several weeks. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Grandfather stabs 4.2m python to rescue grandson

20 Oct, 2018 12:53pm
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Amanda Rutland believes the reptile had been stalking her young son for several weeks.

Eight men come forward to express regret and tell of their experiences in high school. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Eight men tell stories of assault regret

20 Oct, 2018 10:04am
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Eight men come forward to express regret and tell of their experiences in high school.

The couple are relaxed, jovial and happy as they tour Australia. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

All of the rules Harry and Meghan have broken

20 Oct, 2018 8:41am
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Harry and Meghan have ignored plenty of rules.

Latest from Bite

Easy cheddar biscuits

These bikkies are rather special served warm with a cold beer, perfect for a long weekend.

Simon Gault's version of the ever popular poke bowl

This tuna poke is a fantastic healthy meal with the added crunch of home-pickled radish.

Tomato, basil and mozzarella quiche

A delicious, healthy and easy dinner or lunch idea for any day, any time.

Fried chicken, soft rolls and coleslaw

These fried chicken sliders are the perfect long weekend indulgence.

Indonesian-style eggplant with peanut sauce

An easy and delicious Indonesian eggplant stir fry.

Annabel Langbein's fresh ideas for using in-season greens and herbs

Annabel uses foraged greens to create some unique salads and nibbles.

Sweet and sour fish

Sugar and vinegar, with the help of garlic and ginger, gives this fish a tasty punch.

Cinnamon and coconut sugar muesli bars

A fun homemade treat for the kid's lunch boxes, and yours too.

Sticky masterstock spare ribs with kimchi

Sid Sahrawat makes ribs extra finger licking good

Tomato and egg scramble

This protein-packed breakfast helps sustain mental and physical energy all day.

Banana and coconut cream bread and butter pudding

The sweetest way to end a casual dinner party with friends.

Spanish-inspired vegetable pie

A delicious vegetarian pie that makes great lunch leftovers.

Latest From Travel

TRAVEL

We're all going on a Summer holiday

21 Oct, 2018 7:00am

8 minutes to read

Sagrada Familia: Spain's illegal icon. Photo / Getty Images

TRAVEL

130 year oversight: Sagrada Familia fined $60m

20 Oct, 2018 4:21pm
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Barcelona's world-famous landmark has been without a building permit for over a century.

TRAVEL

Five items for looking good on long-haul

20 Oct, 2018 2:00pm
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Laird Kay of Very Plane Clothes shares tips for staying fashionable on your flight.

The Paparoa Hotel, with three inside guest rooms and a two-bedroom flat out the back, as well as a restaurant and pub, has just been renovated.

TRAVEL

Yes, heaven is just 90 minutes north of Auckland

20 Oct, 2018 12:00pm
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In Paparoa, the chocolate croissants are warm and everyone has time to chat.

Latest From Technology

BUSINESS

Singapore turning into world's first 'smart nation'

21 Oct, 2018 9:11am

6 minutes to read

Research suggests that the big data approach to tracking consumer sentiment really could be useful. Photo / File

BUSINESS

Your Spotify history predicts the economy

21 Oct, 2018 8:50am
4 minutes to read

Your Spotify history could help predict what's going on with the economy.

Nick Clegg has been hired to lead Facebook's global policy and communications teams. Photo / AP

BUSINESS

Facebook hires EU veteran to help with tougher scrutiny

21 Oct, 2018 8:48am
3 minutes to read

Nick Clegg has been hired to lead Facebook's global policy and communications teams.

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