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‘Utter garbage, lies’: Hobson’s Pledge and National’s 'wokest' minister clash over Treaty in schools
The minister says the claim is "based on complete and utter rubbish".

Can we contain Artificial Intelligence’s renegade powers?
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'I'm not ashamed': Rape complainant who later had relationship with cop goes public
The IPCA has reopened an inquiry into a complaint against the Christchurch detective.

An insider's guide on where to eat, drink and shop on Waiheke Island
Fill your cup on the big rock with these top places to eat, drink and shop.

Tech Insider: Consumer NZ wants 3G phone refund; Council on Amazon site pause
Plus: Government names AI advisory panel. AWS NZ exec flips to opposition.

Anna Wintour is stepping back. Who would want to take over Vogue?
Wintour is giving up the reins - but has fashion's dream job been deflated?

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Exclusive: Claims NZR tried to discourage Ardie Savea joining Moana Pasifika
Investigation reveals financial hurdles and resistance the star overcame to lead Moana.

My father was a community hero - he also sexually abused me
Two sisters fight to expose their honoured father for sexually abusing them as children.

Alleged Auckland drug kingpin hiding in Mexico, police believe
Andre James faces new drug charges after skipping NZ before he could be arrested in 2019.

Jobs on the line at Auckland's plush Government House in cost-cutting proposal
A Govt department has proposed disestablishing 77 jobs, including some at the Epsom site.

How does your suburb compare for Auckland dog attacks amid spike in maulings?
Nearly 3000 attacks were recorded on animals and humans across Auckland last year.

Why are we cutting our babies' tongues? Warning as surgeries on newborns triple
An anaesthetist told the Herald he refused to assist with tongue-tie surgery.
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How the 'Māori Millionaire' realised investing in her health would help with her financial goals
Te Kahukura Boynton has released a new book exploring her financial journey.

How potential Powerball changes could affect your chances of winning
Current Powerball odds are one in 38 million, potentially changing to one in 57.5 million.

Leigh Hart on how he became 'That Guy', and the one time he crossed the line
The SportsCafe star is back on Radio Hauraki with a new show and podcast.
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'Needs to grow a bigger set of balls': BSA rejects complaint about Ryan Bridge's PM comment
A listener said the phrase was vulgar and disrespectful to the PM's office.
'Actively exploring options': Genesis eyes new fast-start plant
Genesis plans a new fast-start plant at Huntly of up to 100MW by winter 2027.
Data shows more Kiwis struggling to pay the bills, behind on mortgage payments
Those most affected by financial hardship are aged between 35 and 49.
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Boyd makes case to fill Warriors halfback void following Metcalf injury
Tanah Boyd has led the Warriors reserves side to the top of the table.

Alcaraz helps collapsed spectator in hottest-ever start to Wimbledon
The Spaniard’s first-round match temporarily paused as temperatures hit a record 32.3C.

How the PGA tour looks after Ryan Fox's kids
The Kiwi golfer has opened how travelling with his family is made easier.
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Medicare fraud bust: $17.3b scheme largest health scam in US history
Nineteen people were charged in the largest healthcare fraud bust in US history.

Suspect in firefighter killings expressed interest in firefighting
The suspect, Wess Roley, was found dead near Canfield Mountain.

Lancet study: 14 million people could die from US foreign aid cuts
USAid funding had prevented 91 million deaths in developing countries between 2001-2021.
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Rachael Wilde is pioneering hair growth technology with her latest venture, Bouf, which launched in Aotearoa this week
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Anna Wintour is stepping back. Who would want to take over Vogue?
Wintour is giving up the reins - but has fashion's dream job been deflated?

The view from Row B: Everything a non-fashion person learned from Fashion Week
In this story from the Viva archives, we revisit what it's like to walk the NZFW runway.
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Brainspotting: Danny Boyle’s great return to the zombie apocalypse
In 28 Years Later, director injects new life into his undead franchise.

Midlife nightlife crisis: Finding late-evening fun for over-40s in our cities
Looking for the heart of Saturday night, a lapsed raver goes in search of a good time.

No, I Don’t Get Danger Money by Lisette Reymer
NZ TV journalist's memoir on unexpectedly finding herself reporting from global hotspots.
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Royal planner reveals Queen's dismay over Harry and Meghan wedding
'The problem is that Harry is neither bright nor strong, and she is both.'

King to decommission royal train by 2027 as travel habits shift
The King will switch to commercial trains, cars, and two new helicopters.

From Bluey to Shorty: What TV shows are Kiwis streaming?
TVNZ+ has revealed its top 20 streamed shows, with local content standing out.
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Watch: 'We will miss her' – MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp to be laid to rest today
Takutai Moana Natasha "Tarsh" Kemp died, aged 50, after battling kidney disease.

Whānau Ora reset: Minister calls for transparency as ‘electioneering’ review progresses
PM Luxon says the allegations at the centre of the review are "incredibly serious".

Watch: First look inside City Rail Link’s unique new Te Waihorotiu Station
'No other train station in the world will look like this,' says CRL CEO Patrick Brockie.
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