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Positive updates as injured jockey brought out of induced coma

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Ex-Warriors player who was knocked out 'twice a season' reveals probable CTE 'diagnosis'

The 215-game league professional said he had about 30 concussions throughout his career.

20 Nov 03:00 AM
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Hurricanes mourn death of young wife after rare cancer battle

The 21-year-old Waikato woman was diagnosed with a cancer found in one in 10 million.

20 Nov 02:00 AM
Blast from the Past: Inside the Black Caps’ 1992 World Cup miracle
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Blast from the Past: Inside the Black Caps’ 1992 World Cup miracle

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Was Timothée Chalamet’s Vogue cover really so out of this world?

The actor seemed to be referencing something - or someone - quite specific.

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Watch: Auckland chef's reaction when surprised with Viva Top 50 award

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After years packing apples, this Hawke’s Bay woman is now forging a path in NZ fashion

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Iconic pub set to re-open after owner abandons sale - 'it just didn’t feel right'
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Iconic pub set to re-open after owner abandons sale - 'it just didn’t feel right'

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Trump signs Epstein files law, but doubts linger over full release

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‘Dystopian’: Skincare for 4-year-olds gets an icy reception

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Dick Move, Earth Tongue and Foley among 20 to get new NZOA gig funding

This $500,000 pilot fund is designed to help local artists take their music on the road.

19 Nov 08:00 PM
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19 Nov 07:20 PM

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Listener’s November Viewing Guide Updated: Double helping of saucy French royal period drama, and end is nigh for Stranger Things

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I’m 37 and know what it’s like to face death: How kidney disease helps one NZ woman live her best life
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I’m 37 and know what it’s like to face death: How kidney disease helps one NZ woman live her best life

Chronic Kidney disease is a growing issue in NZ, with about 400,000 adults affected.

19 Nov 05:01 PM
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Soul veteran Mavis Staples maintains a sense of hope in trying times
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Soul veteran Mavis Staples maintains a sense of hope in trying times

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19 Nov 05:00 PM
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Tāme Iti: ‘I’m not a troublemaker. I’m not a gangster… I’m only five foot three'
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Tāme Iti: ‘I’m not a troublemaker. I’m not a gangster… I’m only five foot three'

Tāme Iti on the art of protest, politics, pōtae and his new book, Mana.

19 Nov 05:00 PM

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Aston Martin taps Tom Holland’s Bero as its official alcohol-free beer partner

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McLaren hybrid SUV arrives in 2028

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20 Nov 02:05 AM
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Nissan Navara global reveal: but will it shine like a diamond?

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Sri Lankan police apologise to Kiwi traveller, man at centre of lewd act arrested after altering appearance
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Sri Lankan police apologise to Kiwi traveller, man at centre of lewd act arrested after altering appearance

Local police say the incident has 'damaged the country's reputation'.

20 Nov 01:00 AM
‘It’s a bear – but quite old’: Walking wild Bulgaria’s forgotten highlands
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‘It’s a bear – but quite old’: Walking wild Bulgaria’s forgotten highlands

Walkers trace Orpheus’ mythical homeland in Bulgaria’s remote Rhodope hills.

19 Nov 07:09 AM
Looking for a hotel in Auckland tonight? Good luck
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Looking for a hotel in Auckland tonight? Good luck

Hotels hit stratospheric prices as thousands prepare for Metallica takeover in Auckland.

19 Nov 12:28 AM
Kiwi solo traveller speaks out after victim of lewd sex act in Sri Lanka
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Kiwi solo traveller speaks out after victim of lewd sex act in Sri Lanka

The 24-year-old filmed the indecent act before fleeing in her tuk-tuk. Video / @molsgonewild

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Rangatahi Māori take the lead in climate action series
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Rangatahi Māori take the lead in climate action series

Each episode follows young Māori creating local solutions to global warming.

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Jonah Lomu died 10 years ago today; his family reveal their memories and decade of grief
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Jonah Lomu died 10 years ago today; his family reveal their memories and decade of grief

Nadene Lomu says the boys still feel Jonah’s presence through photos on their walls.

17 Nov 11:00 PM
'I was not part of any inner circle': Former Deputy Commissioner claims surprise over McSkimming 'cover-up'
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'I was not part of any inner circle': Former Deputy Commissioner claims surprise over McSkimming 'cover-up'

Wally Haumaha was beleaguered ex-Police Commissioner Andrew Coster's deputy until 2024.

17 Nov 04:00 PM
Rare historic bowl by master carver could fetch $300k at Auckland auction
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Rare historic bowl by master carver could fetch $300k at Auckland auction

The kumete whakairo was carved as a peace gift to politician Robert Graham in 1878.

16 Nov 02:00 AM

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