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At the time William Tyrrell vanished he was playing a game of hide-and-seek with his sister. It's a day that will be closely examined again.

WORLD

The day William Tyrrell vanished

14 Dec, 2018 7:32pm

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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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NEW ZEALAND

Severe thunderstorm risk hangs over North Island

14 Dec, 2018 2:52pm
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SPORT

The contenders: Top seven candidates to replace Steve Hansen

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm
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BUSINESS

Ouch! Borrowing costs set to rise as banks face tougher rules

14 Dec, 2018 2:39pm
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NEW ZEALAND

The Front Page podcast: Grace Millane friends fear compromised trial

14 Dec, 2018 4:43pm
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ENTERTAINMENT

Mystery six-week delay in announcement of Hollywood actress death

14 Dec, 2018 4:04pm
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LIFESTYLE

Meghan 'fed up' with rumours of royal rift

14 Dec, 2018 6:55pm
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Former rugby league star Manu Vatuvei is now eyeing up a boxing career. Photo / Getty

SPORT

'I was 129kg': Warriors great Manu Vatuvei reveals secret fight

14 Dec, 2018 7:00pm
6 minutes to read

Kiwis and Warriors legend was slipping into dangerous territory.

Marisa Harris and her dog, Max, at Christmas, 2016 in Maryland. Marisa was killed when a 12-year-old boy crashed through her car. Photo / Courtesy of family

WORLD

Killed after boy jumped off bridge in suicide attempt

14 Dec, 2018 12:54pm
15 minutes to read

Boy's suicide attempt left Marisa Harris dead, her parents fear for his mental health.

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

Chris Dawson broke down in court. Photo / News Corp Australia

SPORT

Former league star's tears in desperate bail bid

14 Dec, 2018 4:58pm
9 minutes to read

Chris Dawson has broken down in court after facing murder charge 37 years in the making.

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.

Australian tourist Amethyst Chrystal was badly injured in a scooter accident in Bali. Photo / Supplied

TRAVEL

$65k heartache after horror scooter crash in Bali

14 Dec, 2018 1:00pm
7 minutes to read

She suffered horrendous injuries in an "impulsive" ride that went badly wrong.

ENTERTAINMENT

Jacinda reveals Neve's Christmas costume

14 Dec, 2018 9:53am
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LIFESTYLE

Randy nation: Kiwi porn habits of 2018 revealed

14 Dec, 2018 5:26pm
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Miss Australia Francesca Hung participates in the swimsuit and evening gown stage of the 67th Miss Universe competition in Thailand. Photo / AP

LIFESTYLE

'Mean girls': Miss Australia, Miss USA in Instagram bullying scandal

14 Dec, 2018 2:04pm
5 minutes to read

Miss Universe contestants slammed for mocking non-English speaking contestants.

This is the hilarious moment a hairstylist quickly ducks off screen after the ABC newsreader asks at her to jump out of the shot during a live broadcast. Photo / ABC

ENTERTAINMENT

Watch: Hilarious TV blooper during live news broadcast

14 Dec, 2018 10:17am
2 minutes to read

This is what happens when a newsreader realises she's live while stylist is still in shot.

Mike Carroll grew up wondering what happened to his dad, who vanished without a trace in 1961. Photo / ABC News 7

WORLD

Son finds dad's skeleton in childhood home after 50 years

14 Dec, 2018 10:00am
5 minutes to read

A man found the remains of his father when a psychic claimed he was in the basement.

President Trump is feeling the heat as the Russia probe closes in. Photo / AP

WORLD

President's bad news: How shady tabloid deal threatens Trump's future

14 Dec, 2018 12:33pm
5 minutes to read

President Trump is inching closer to the edge of the precipice.

NEW ZEALAND

'The law in NZ does not apply': UK media's Grace defence

14 Dec, 2018 11:14am
4 minutes to read

Two of several British papers have explained why they chose to name the accused.

SPORT

Kiwi motorsport star in shock axing

14 Dec, 2018 5:10pm
2 minutes to read

Hayden Paddon has missed out on a drive in the 2019 World Rally Championship.

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.

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The new trend that's bugging bosses

14 Dec, 2018 9:04am
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A tight employment market is leading some workers to behave badly.

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

Teacher Krista Scelly with her two children Max, 16 months, and Moss, 5, at the Small Kauri Early Childhood Centre in Māngere Bridge after Thursday's burglary. Photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

Community rallies behind preschool after slide and playground equipment stolen

14 Dec, 2018 12:06pm

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NEW ZEALAND

'Outpouring of grief': Prayers for 4yo who died in scrum machine incident

14 Dec, 2018 5:22pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Sean the sun bear dies at Wellington Zoo

14 Dec, 2018 4:00pm
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NEW ZEALAND

National demanding PM release text from Richie Hardcore

14 Dec, 2018 5:04pm
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NEW ZEALAND

The Front Page podcast: Grace Millane friends fear compromised trial

14 Dec, 2018 4:43pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Vigil held for Grace Millane in Tauranga

14 Dec, 2018 4:30pm
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NEW ZEALAND

Police release photos of deceased Auckland man Shannon Baker

14 Dec, 2018 4:10pm
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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

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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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Slide stolen at Early Childhood Centre in Mangere Bridge

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Rachel Palmer talks about her struggles with EDS

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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NEW ZEALAND

Focus: Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on unsolicited text from Sroubek supporter

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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WORLD

Focus: Theresa May survives coup bid, but will bow out at election

8 Dec, 2018 9:42am
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Latest From Business

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

BUSINESS

F&P Healthcare leads market lower

14 Dec, 2018 6:00pm
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BUSINESS

NZ dollar drops against greenback

14 Dec, 2018 5:07pm
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BUSINESS

Scotty Stevenson jumps ship from Sky TV

14 Dec, 2018 3:18pm
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BUSINESS

Is Auckland ready for its mega 2021 year?

14 Dec, 2018 2:02pm
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BUSINESS

Ouch! Borrowing costs set to rise as banks face tougher rules

14 Dec, 2018 2:39pm
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BUSINESS

Aussie $118 million bid for Methven

14 Dec, 2018 12:00pm
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BUSINESS

US dairy exports to China plunge, but up in other markets

14 Dec, 2018 11:42am
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Finance Minister Grant Robertson. Photo / File

BUSINESS

Economy Hub: Can the Government afford to spend more?

14 Dec, 2018 6:08pm
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WATCH: The crown accounts are in good shape. Is the Government being too frugal?

Lance Ryan (left) and Jimmie McNicholl are sentenced at Christchurch District Court for an $8.3m Ponzi scheme. Photo / Kurt Bayer

BUSINESS

Jail term reduced for Ponzi scheme fraudster

14 Dec, 2018 6:07pm
2 minutes to read

Lance Ryan helped cheat investors out of more than $4 million.

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
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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
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
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The 5 best summer homes for sale right now

14 Dec, 2018 11:35am

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The best homes for sale in Wellington right now

13 Dec, 2018 7:57am
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Even at this quiet time of year, there are still some gems to be found in the capital.

oneroof

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

oneroof

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

oneroof

Finding a rental is harder in Auckland than rest of NZ

oneroof

What's more important - your rental or your pet?

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

14 Dec, 2018 8:02am
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Get your ducks in a row.

Opinion

A vigil for murdered British backpacker Grace Millane was held six years after Alicia McCallion was found murdered. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

'Senseless killing': Grace's death was like my daughter's

14 Dec, 2018 10:15am
6 minutes to read

COMMENT: Grace's vigil was the 6th anniversary of the day I found my daughter murdered.

Finance Minister Grant Robertson deserves some respect: the numbers, they're good, and numbers don't lie. Photo / File

NEW ZEALAND

Hosking: Grant Robertson's numbers spare Govt's blushes

14 Dec, 2018 7:00am
3 minutes to read

COMMENT: Finance Minister deserves praise: The economy numbers are good.

Ngapuhi elder David Rankin. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Comment: Disillusioned Ngapuhi angry with the Crown

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

Comment: Iwi will reject Crown's offer to set mandate, so back to square one.

Latest From World

WORLD

The day William Tyrrell vanished

14 Dec, 2018 7:32pm

14 minutes to read

Food and water are typically provided to migrants in Border Patrol custody, but it is unclear whether this was the case this time. Photo / Getty Images

WORLD

Girl, 7, dies of dehydration and shock after crossing Mexico-US border

14 Dec, 2018 5:45pm
4 minutes to read

In custody of Border Control, 7-year-old Guatemalan died of dehydration.

WORLD

Killed after boy jumped off bridge in suicide attempt

14 Dec, 2018 12:54pm
15 minutes to read

Boy's suicide attempt left Marisa Harris dead, her parents fear for his mental health.

WORLD

President's bad news: How shady tabloid deal threatens Trump's future

14 Dec, 2018 12:33pm
5 minutes to read

President Trump is inching closer to the edge of the precipice.

The man became trapped in an abandoned Chinese restaurant's grease vent. Photo / AP

WORLD

Man rescued after two days stuck in grease vent of Chinese restaurant

14 Dec, 2018 12:13pm
3 minutes to read

It took nearly an hour for firefighters to cut away sheet metal to free the man.

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

SPORT

Stardom
to struggle:
Warriors great
reveals secret fight

14 Dec, 2018 7:00pm

6 minutes to read

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

Next ABs coach: Hansen hints at possible successor

14 Dec, 2018 10:35am
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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

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

NEW ZEALAND

'Bizarre' shoplifting technique caught on camera

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

BUSINESS

Emirates takes delivery of its last 777-300

14 Dec, 2018 8:00pm

NEW ZEALAND

MetService Weather Auckland: December 15th

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

Watch: Hilarious TV blooper during live news broadcast

14 Dec, 2018 10:17am
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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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ENTERTAINMENT

Queer Eye star Tan France slams TSA for racial profiling

14 Dec, 2018 12:05pm
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"I'm brown but that does NOT mean I'm a damn security risk," says Tan France.

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

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...

Stll from Free Solo, a documentary about rock climber Alex Honnold

MOVIES

Scared of heights? After this doco you will be...

13 Dec, 2018 1:00pm
2 minutes to read

Free Solo, a vertigo-inducing, rock climbing doco, is dizzyingly good...

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.

Trending on SPY

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

How to sell yourself to the boss you already have

14 Dec, 2018 7:40am

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YUDU

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

YUDU

Five tips: How to contact a job recruiter

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.

YUDU

Legendary leader: The woman who changed the UN

13 Dec, 2018 6:22am
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Sponsored content: She challenged how the world values work.

Latest From Lifestyle

The Queen in Morocco in 1980 eating with her hands. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

What the Queen eats for breakfast, lunch and dinner

14 Dec, 2018 10:11am

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LIFESTYLE

Wowser or wonder? Kiwi mum's waste-free Christmas

14 Dec, 2018 9:00am
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LIFESTYLE

Watch: Dad's baby snow angel fail goes viral

14 Dec, 2018 8:54am
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LIFESTYLE

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

13 Dec, 2018 2:31pm
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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

100 recipe ideas to help you find the perfect party bites

14 Dec, 2018 6:50am
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Great Christmas gift ideas for artistic souls

14 Dec, 2018 6:00am
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LIFESTYLE

'Mean girls': Miss Australia, Miss USA in Instagram bullying scandal

14 Dec, 2018 2:04pm
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Miss Universe contestants slammed for mocking non-English speaking contestants.

While he was already grappling with the low blow from his wife, things got worse for the

LIFESTYLE

Sperm donor sought to replace 'unattractive husband'

14 Dec, 2018 9:40am
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And it turns out the wife already has someone in mind.

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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.

Great gift ideas for health & wellness fans

Shopping for a wellness guru? Check out these gift ideas.

Drum & bass vocalist MC Tali shares her beauty routine

A stalwart in NZ's drum and bass scene, Tali is embracing her freckles and femininity.

Chloe before and after making her transformation. Photos / Supplied

LIFESTYLE

How a busy working mum lost 40kg

14 Dec, 2018 7:57am
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At her heaviest, Chloe Cox weighed 120kg. This is how she turned it all around.

A mum was concerned with how woman were percieved by their husbands if they looked sloppy. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Woman slams mums' appearances at school drop offs

14 Dec, 2018 8:40am
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"If my seven-year-old can see you aren't even trying, what is your husband thinking?"

Meghan posing with fashion friends for a candid snap. Photo / Instagram

LIFESTYLE

Viral photo of Meghan Markle mysteriously disappears

13 Dec, 2018 8:14am
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The Duchess of Sussex posed for a candid photo that went viral. Hours later, it was gone.

Latest from Bite

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.

How to make perfect roast potatoes

If roast potatoes are going to feature on your Christmas menu here is how to perfect them.

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

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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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Winston Aldworth: Nearly there

14 Dec, 2018 3:45pm
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The working year is nearly over.

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Surprising item not always covered by travel insurance

14 Dec, 2018 3:00pm
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We assume our policies cover us for anything, but this common item often isn't.

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

14 Dec, 2018 6:11pm

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Scotty Stevenson: Moving from Sky to Spark and TVNZ. Photo / Jason Oxenham

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Scotty Stevenson jumps ship from Sky TV

14 Dec, 2018 3:18pm
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Scotty Stevenson will lead Spark and TVNZ's coverage of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

Bomb-scare email doing the rounds is probably an opportunistic scam. Photo / Getty Images

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Take bomb-threat emails seriously, govt cyber agency says

14 Dec, 2018 11:31am
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Bomb-scare email doing the rounds is probably an opportunistic scam.

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