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Simon Wilson: David Seymour has made a mess of almost everything he's touched
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From heartache to hope: How chronic illness inspired Debbie Harwood’s comeback
Music legend Debbie Harwood on what it's like to live with heart failure.

Society Insider: Martin Henderson’s house with Kiwi girlfriend; Designer expands into Arrowtown; AFC star’s romantic proposal
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Lights, Camera, Fashion: Consult these TV shows and films for a cinematic sense of style
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Audrey Young: Crash and burn – Chris Hipkins gets the pip over ram raids
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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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Rates and CVs: Why your rates may rise even as property values fall
Auckland's rates increased by 5.8%, while Wellington's rose by 12%.

'A couple of detractors': Revealed - the early battle to get The Casketeers to air on TVNZ
The founder and owneer of Great Southern Television on the future of the screen industry.

KidsCan founder on how an abusive relationship shaped her empathy
Dame Julie Chapman's experiences led to her endeavours to help others.
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Ex-TV host Matt Chisholm's bold new career; 'Hugely unpopular' - battle royale brews inside Stuff
Well-known Kiwi's court move over story; Which political leader is best/worst with media?
Stop the presses: Stuff closing about 15 Auckland, regional community newspapers
Titles such as the North Shore Times and Central Leader have been published for decades.
Market close: Tourism Holdings drops as NZ sharemarket ends week on high
The NZ sharemarket bounced back as large-cap stocks balanced gains and losses.
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All Blacks captain says inexperienced French team will ‘fire everything at us’
Eight uncapped players have been selected in the French side for the first test.

Why Tupou Vaa'i is key to the All Blacks' versatile forward strategy
Coach Robertson informed him early to ensure he's well-prepared this time.

Opinion: Why French tactics could trouble All Blacks in Dunedin clash
While they rest key players, France has focused on a forward-heavy strategy.
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‘Hug therapy’: How Pope Leo is trying to unify Vatican
Pope Leo XIV has focused on unity and tradition after Francis’ reformist tenure.

Teenage aviator detained after landing near Antarctica
Ethan Guo, 19, was detained on King George Island near Antarctica.

The search for answers after ferry tragedy between Java and Bali
At least six died, including a 3-year-old boy, with 30 still missing.
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Weekend wine guide: Expensive wines are wasted on the average consumer, buy cheap and enjoy
Studies are showing that most people can't taste the difference.

US basketballer Caitlin Clark’s arms have people talking. Why does female muscle still divide opinion?
Strong women’s bodies are more likely to be admired if they are also lean.

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After a scandalous incident, parents rally behind their kids.
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Life of regrets: Actor Michael Madsen's struggles before his death
'He struggled to maintain sobriety. He was not happy about his life.'

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom confirm split in joint statement
'They will continue raising their daughter with love, stability and mutual respect.'

The high-protein food boom: What it means for NZ consumers
Nutritionist Nikki Hart says protein helps muscles, immune system, and hormone production.
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'Special ceiling': sun and moon art adorn new Auckland train station
'Representing the history of this area. This ridgeline was a kauri forest.' - Barry Potter

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.'
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