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The 90-year-old widower who walked 7300km in three years

He walked many miles with his wife, and many more to process his grief after her death.

NZ schools athletics champs records being broken even before the games begin

There'll be a record 259 schools, with 1168 athletes and temperatures of 30C or more.

Rotorua airman honoured after major health scare

The Rotorua-born airman overcame a cardiac event that reshaped his career.

How a small-town cafe became a top franchise success story

Kelly and Jess Bain’s Ōmokoroa café opened in 2023 with a community focus.

Movers got 67% of work from Arvida: liquidated after contract cancelled

After Americans bought Arvida, which then cut costs, the movers lost their contract.

Comvita strikes lender deal as it seeks at least $25m lifeline

The lender deal extends key banking facilities out to April 30, 2026.

Dignity on the job: New partnerships bringing period care to worksites

Urban Homes apprentice Sydney Gill says the change saves time and normalises talk.

Bee-killing hornet alert: Growers urged to check hives and report nests

Yellow-legged hornets prey on honeybees, putting pollination at risk.

Bog standard shrinkflation? Purex Mega Long toilet rolls not so long

Even toilet paper is feeling the crunch in the cost-of-living crisis.

‘They couldn’t sing’: Richard O’Brien on working with the Spice Girls

O’Brien played a photographer alongside the band in "Spice World" in 1997.

From QI to Kirikiriroa: Alan Davies set for long-awaited NZ return

The QI star begins his 10-date New Zealand tour in Hamilton on July 31.

Whitianga Summer Concert cancelled as Iggy Pop tour adds Auckland date

The new Auckland show at Spark Arena is set for January 29.

Kia reveals new-gen Seltos SUV: brand’s NZ best-seller has a whole new look

Seltos takes on Kia's latest styling - and there's a hybrid on the way.

Lamborghini’s 2025 holiday gift guide goes full nerd

Supercar style doesn't only come on four wheels, you know.

Mercedes-Benz unveils all-new electric GLB

New model is electric-first (although there are hybrids on the way).

BYD Sealion 6 Essential quick review: just the essentials

BYD's new entry-level Sealion 6 takes aim directly at the wave of sub-$50k super hybrids.

Kiwi YouTube stars off to Australia after selling their dream home

Chasing a Plate foodies find buyers for their beach pad after a year of searching.

The best summer BBQs: Top NZ chefs on the models they say are worth the money

And why they've turned off the gas and embraced charcoal.

‘What the hell is that?’: Quirky home by legendary architect must be sold

Sir Ian Athfield designed the house as a wedding present for a close friend.

Former Hare Krishna barn sells after frenzy of curious buyers

Agents got calls from as far afield as France.

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Who is Hamish McKay's Ag Sportsperson of the Year?

Chris Brandolino, Tim Dangen, Hugh Jackson, Blair McLean, Jane Hunter and Hamish McKay.

Simple steps can make farms and orchards safer

Common risks include machinery, vehicles, chemicals and large animals.

Comvita strikes lender deal as it seeks at least $25m lifeline

The lender deal extends key banking facilities out to April 30, 2026.

'Nowhere near enough': Funding battle brews after 780-tonne lake weed clean-up

Two regions known for their stunning lakes – but one gets much more cash to tackle weed.