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From hobo chic to high-tech hikers: Has tramping gone soft?
A very Kiwi pastime is evolving as changing needs and international demand drive up costs.

Film producer declared bankrupt after leaky Auckland penthouse dispute
He was made bankrupt after a body corporate took the dispute to court.

Karen Walker, Juliette Hogan and Kathryn Wilson on why they're backing this year's NZ Fashion Week
Three big names on why they're showing up for themselves and the future of the industry.

NZ’s largest taxpayers revealed - does big business play fair?
Thirteen companies each pay more than $100m in annual income taxes.

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New visa: Why Ministers were warned over migrant numbers, health system impact
One model presented to ministers showed a potential surge of up to 15,000 migrants.

'I was in tears': Girls speak about being targeted by NZ predator posing as child online
The girls were targeted by a Wellington man posing as an 11-year-old girl online.

Battle for fiscal hole unit ends as Act and NZ First block Nicola Willis’ proposal
After nine years of trying, attempts to create a costings unit ended this week.

Scammer who refused to name co-offenders may inherit share of $337k theft - judge
The judge threw out the appeal, ruling his prison sentence 'could well have been higher'.

'Denied a fighting chance': Auckland woman's plea to fund life-saving cancer drug
Catherine Cooke petitions Govt to fund Keytruda for early triple negative breast cancer.

Top Auckland chef's tiny cut nearly fatal, warns other 'Kiwi blokes' of risks
Doctors told Phil Clark: 'You're about an hour away from losing your thumb or your life.'
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KidsCan founder on how an abusive relationship shaped her empathy
Dame Julie Chapman's experiences led to her endeavours to help others.

What the putt? Why an Auckland golf course's future is sparking controversy
Locals, including Ryan Fox, oppose the plan, citing recreational loss.

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Officials are seeing a rise in reports, with fears the problems may be under-reported.
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Tesla sales slump 13.5% as US plans to cut EV tax credit
Tesla's global sales dropped 13.5% in the second quarter.
$66m repair bill for Auckland apartments sparks court action
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‘Shown their class’: Robertson backs All Blacks rookies for French debut
'This is a huge moment for these men and their families.'

Four debutants as Robertson names first All Blacks team of 2025
Scott Robertson's side begin their season on Saturday night.

'Ramp up the competition': Black Ferns face trial as World Cup hopes reach 11th hour
58 players are set to feature in a trial between the Black Ferns and Black Ferns XV.
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'Loud and explicit': How a swearing parrot became the star of an animal shelter
Hendrix, a colourful macaw, became famous for his salty language.

Vietnam signs trade deal with US as global talks continue
It marked the first such deal with a country that the US has a trade deficit with.

'Gossipy' leaks: Lucy Letby lawyer slams police over charges
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Woolworths issues major recall of contaminated mince
Some customers found 'foreign matter' in their meals before the recall was announced.

How to handle your child's attention-seeking behaviours
My 7-year-old daughter loves to talk in a baby voice. What should I do?

Why the ageing process spikes at 44 and 60 (and how to stop it)
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Singapore firm partners with iwi, transforming game design with $1m investment
Hidden's immersive games blend history and storytelling, inspired by Māori traditions.

'Until we meet again': Hundreds gather in Taihape to mourn 'peaceful leader'
'She was bold, beautiful and she was ours.'

Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai “Tarsh” Kemp moved to burial ground
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