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From Tauranga to the world stage: Kiwi competes to be best heavy diesel tech

The five-day event in Spain will test real-world machinery troubleshooting skills.

Local art awards return with record $18k prize pool

Sales from the awards exhibition will fund Rotorua Museum’s redevelopment project.

On the way: Thousands bound for Bay as cruise season opens

Anthem of the Seas is coming for its maiden NZ voyage, and it's only making one stop.

From bush to table: Deer hunters recognised for feeding communities

Hunt for Good has turned 1200 wild deer into 58,000 family meals.

Opinion: Why cracks in US credit markets matter for investors

Some company bonds have plunged 60% almost overnight.

Mitre 10 cuts $71m loss as debt drops sharply

Andrea Scown, CEO for four years, tells how members are battling the tougher economy.

Whakatāne Mayor backs Air NZ's call for state subsidies on regional flights

The head of Air NZ supports short-term help from the Govt in times of economic weakness.

Stock Takes: Takeover battle brews for Comvita as founder mounts rival bid against rich-lister's investment company

Founder Alan Bougen is rallying investors to oppose the Florenz bid.

One ring to rule them all! Hollywood actor crashes Hobbiton wedding

Sharik and Jessica Burgess-Stride got married at Hobbiton on Monday.

Who’s playing where this summer? Your guide to 2025’s biggest gigs across Aotearoa

Grammy winners, pop icons and rock legends all set for New Zealand shows.

Sir Bob Owens' Auckland mansion sells to foreign buyer for over $9m

Transport magnate's widow says farewell to landmark home on Remuera's "Golden Mile".

A first timer's guide to therapy: Here's what to know about mental health support in NZ

Dr Kate MacKrill on the barriers to seeking therapy, the cost and how to get started.

Cupra Tavascan first drive: nuts and volts and more

Tavascan is made from familiar ingredients, but it's especially tasty all the same.

Toyota’s new ‘five brand’ strategy: different strokes (and batteries) for different folks

Different brands will serve "distinct customer needs". But what are they?

Audi A6 Avant e-tron launched in NZ: would you like a $10k coffee table with that?

Collaboration with Tim Webber has resulted in three A6-inspired pieces of furniture.

Leapmotor plans high-performance hatchback and SUV models: it’s adding ‘extra vitamins’

Super-fast SUV and wild hot hatch are leading the Leapmotor go-fast charge.

New contender for NZ's most expensive suburb - Herne Bay loses top spot, but for how long?

New OneRoof figures also show heat in the South Island.

Couple finally sell historic churches after Commerce Commission drama and budget blowout

They spent millions turning near-derelict buildings into luxury homes.

AA Insurance Location, Location, Location NZ, episode 1 recap - we're back, baby

Two couples are looking for an out-of-Auckland experience.

NZ’s most photographed home for sale for first time in almost 30 years

Cottage can be seen in countless postcards showing off the Kelburn cable car.

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Glenn Dwight: The great cushion climb - one man’s quest for his actual pillow

OPINION: Why are we buying things for a room in which we spend most of the time asleep?

Garden art doesn't have to cost the earth: Kem Ormond

OPINION: Art in the garden offers a chance to express your style and creativity.

NorthTec cuts 58 roles in restructure to stay financially viable

‘You’re going to lose the heart of NorthTec’: Staff fear support stripped back.

'Neighbours thought I was a bit abnormal': Farmer's planting idea pays off

Snow Chubb started planting trees for his cows 30 years ago, 'it was just common sense'.