Shamubeel Eaqub is the principal economist at the NZ Institute of Economic Research and has just written the book Growing Apart: Regional Prosperity in New Zealand
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A large crowd packed Trust Stadium for the Runit event last night. Video / Mike Scott / Benjamin Plummer
Matilda Green reveals she can only read with an accent
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Winston Peters talks on Hosking about train station heckler
On Newstalk ZB Mike Hosking Breakfast Winston Peters addresses the Heckler at train station stand up.
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NZ retail demand surges, hospital EDs divert patients with costly vouchers, UK halts Israel trade talks, Christchurch debates dumped trolleys.
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TSB staff help customer send $1m to scammers
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Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks ahead of House debate on Te Pāti Māori's haka
Parliament is preparing for a potentially lengthy and tense debate over the penalties handed to Te Pāti Māori over last year’s controversial haka in the House. Video/ Mark Mitchell
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Rail Minister Winston Peters was heckled at media standup.
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New cruise ship Norwegian Aqua christened
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PM speaks on the Privileges Committee recommendations
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says National isn't willing to make any concessions on the Privileges Committee recommendations.
Sentencing for City Garden Lodge backpackers arsonist
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NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
Motorbike crash south of Auckland Harbour Bridge
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Proposed urgent care services and Te Kura enrolments increase | NZ Herald News Update
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Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking
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Christopher Luxon live with Mike Hosking
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Reporter Grace talks to the Halton Hart Family Band, a group of 8 cousins who are gearing up to rock the New Zealand Country Music Festival with their original country songs.
Auckland FC vs Melbourne Victory: Assessing a dramatic A-League semi final in Melbourne
New Zealand Herald football writer Michael Burgess wraps up the Auckland FC's dramatic A-League semi-final first leg in Melbourne and looks ahead to Saturday's match.
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Shopkeepers foil robbery attempt in Manukau
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Mt Victoria residents "angry" about a proposed luxury development in their neighbourhood
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UN demands immediate ceasefire in Gaza, Andrew Little launches campaign – NZ Herald News Update
Hamas and Israel in new round of negotiations as Israeli bombardments continue, and Andrew Little launches his Wellington mayoral campaign. Video / NZ Herald, AFP
Auckland man who lost leg completes half marathon in wheelchair
Pawanjit Singh Ghatora, who had his leg amputated after a horrific accident in February, finished the last lap of his 21km run alongside friends and family in Te Atatū.
Police arrest fleeing driver of stolen car after Otahuhu chase
A 28-year-old man was arrested and is due to appear in court tomorrow. Video / Supplied
Popular Cook Islands tour operator Tuhe Piho accused of putting lives at risk
A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a turtle tour operator. Video / Alyse Wright
Save the Kiwi!' 10 Kiwi bird released onto Waiheke Island
10 kiwi were transferred from neighbouring Pōnui Island to Te Matuku Peninsula at the eastern end of Te Motu-ārai-roa/Waiheke Island. Video / NZ Herald
Man's ‘insane’ encounter with orca near Rangitoto Island
The whale can be seen swimming up to the boat before blowing water at the camera. Video / Aaron Farrell
Lynn Mall incident: Armed police swarm shops, hunting person of interest
Members of the public in the area are advised to follow instructions from police officers.
Auckland FC v Melbourne Victory: How will the Black Knights fare in their semi-final
NZ Herald football reporter Michael Burgess reports from Melbourne to look ahead to the first leg of the A-League semi-final between Auckland FC and Melbourne Victory.