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An Afghan hero the Taliban didn’t expect
World

An Afghan hero the Taliban didn’t expect

New York Times: Futsal player Alireza Ahmadi is part of the Hazara minority.

26 Feb 06:00 PM
Racing

'A stupid thing to do': Leading jockey admits using cocaine on race day

Sam Weatherley is one of New Zealand's top-performing jockeys

26 Feb 06:00 PM
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Air New Zealand political drama: Airports support ‘reset’ after $40m loss

As Air NZ aims to climb out of dumps, it gets both backing and calls for transparency.

26 Feb 06:00 PM

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NZ Open live leaderboard: Kiwi amateur, Hillier eye first round lead
Golf
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NZ Open live leaderboard: Kiwi amateur, Hillier eye first round lead

Live leaderboard of the NZ Open.

26 Feb 05:47 PM
Tall Blacks get tight win against Philippines in front of raucous crowd
Tall Blacks
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Tall Blacks get tight win against Philippines in front of raucous crowd

Sam Mennenga powered the Tall Blacks with a double-double in Manila.

26 Feb 05:41 PM
MetService weather: February 27, 2026
New Zealand

MetService weather: February 27, 2026

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26 Feb 05:40 PM
Cuba vows to counter 'terrorist' attacks after fatal clash with US-based boat
World

Cuba vows to counter 'terrorist' attacks after fatal clash with US-based boat

26 Feb 05:34 PM
Hamilton’s growth may lead to lower speed limits on part of Te Rapa Rd
New Zealand

Hamilton’s growth may lead to lower speed limits on part of Te Rapa Rd

26 Feb 05:26 PM
Auckland and Northland hospitals hit by ‘major’ IT outage
New Zealand

Auckland and Northland hospitals hit by ‘major’ IT outage

26 Feb 05:18 PM
Philippine volcano eruption sends ash 2.5km into sky
World

Philippine volcano eruption sends ash 2.5km into sky

Officials warn a larger, more explosive eruption is possible in coming days.

26 Feb 05:14 PM
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Kāinga Ora's Rotorua plans: Where 100-plus new builds are at
New Zealand

Kāinga Ora's Rotorua plans: Where 100-plus new builds are at

One large-scale project is ahead of schedule, another will finish later than expected.

26 Feb 05:09 PM
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TV wars: New TVNZ quiz show - can it catch The Chase?; Why do we wait a week for MAFS?; Landlord says he will evict Stuff
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TV wars: New TVNZ quiz show - can it catch The Chase?; Why do we wait a week for MAFS?; Landlord says he will evict Stuff

NBR eyes MBIE legal action; 6pm news ratings; NZME music radio changes, push for AI deals.

26 Feb 05:06 PM
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'Saw the gold and ran for it': What is driving the Kiwi exodus to Australia
New Zealand

'Saw the gold and ran for it': What is driving the Kiwi exodus to Australia

Stats NZ says 47,700 people moved from New Zealand to Australia in the year to March 2025.

26 Feb 05:03 PM
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Gregor Paul: Rugby's Nations Championship is more dead duck than golden goose
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Gregor Paul: Rugby's Nations Championship is more dead duck than golden goose

OPINION: Five months from the first game being played, it might already need to be axed.

26 Feb 05:01 PM
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Tracing paths of the ancestors: Siblings to sail waka around Pacific without navigation
New Zealand

Tracing paths of the ancestors: Siblings to sail waka around Pacific without navigation

'No watch, no phone, no nothing. It is all on the stars, the sun, the moon.'

26 Feb 05:00 PM
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As US electric bills rise, Trump says tech companies should pay more
World

As US electric bills rise, Trump says tech companies should pay more

New York Times: Data centres being built today can use as much power as a small city.

26 Feb 05:00 PM
Former student steps up to lead longstanding Hamilton dance studio
New Zealand

Former student steps up to lead longstanding Hamilton dance studio

Kerry Davis, who took over after her mother’s death in 2019, is retiring.

26 Feb 05:00 PM
Chopped up and shipped to the country - Turret mansion now up for grabs
Property

Chopped up and shipped to the country - Turret mansion now up for grabs

Sale of former convent is a talk of the town.

26 Feb 05:00 PM
Local trainer has sights set high at Wingatui’s $1m meeting
Racing

Local trainer has sights set high at Wingatui’s $1m meeting

Saturday's meeting is Otago's richest race meeting of the season.

26 Feb 05:00 PM
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America's Cup deadline extended; Kiwi takes the helm in Italy
America's Cup

America's Cup deadline extended; Kiwi takes the helm in Italy

Why the late entry deadline was extended and other news you might have missed.

26 Feb 05:00 PM
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7 midlife personality changes that are warning signs of dementia
Lifestyle

7 midlife personality changes that are warning signs of dementia

Telegraph: Some of these shifts can emerge years before a dementia diagnosis.

26 Feb 05:00 PM
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Gloria Masters: Let’s hand the shame back to the perpetrators of child sexual abuse and protect kids
Opinion

Gloria Masters: Let’s hand the shame back to the perpetrators of child sexual abuse and protect kids

OPINION: An anonymous donor is funding safety guides for all 4400 early childhood centres

26 Feb 05:00 PM
'Over the moon': New fire truck a game changer for ski area emergencies
New Zealand

'Over the moon': New fire truck a game changer for ski area emergencies

The all-wheel-drive Volvo can tackle snow, gravel, mud and steep climbs.

26 Feb 04:55 PM
Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: February 27
Sport

Herald Hat-trick sports quiz: February 27

Can you get a hat-trick?

26 Feb 04:55 PM
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Letters: It’s time we broke our dependence on cars
Letters to the Editor

Letters: It’s time we broke our dependence on cars

OPINION: We owe it to future generations to embrace public transport, says a reader.

26 Feb 04:12 PM
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Phil Collins, Wu-Tang Clan and Shakira among Rock Hall of Fame nominees
Entertainment

Phil Collins, Wu-Tang Clan and Shakira among Rock Hall of Fame nominees

Ten of the 17 nominees are appearing on the ballot for the first time.

26 Feb 04:07 PM
'Path to dependence': 61% of high-risk teens need a vape 'first thing' - study
New Zealand

'Path to dependence': 61% of high-risk teens need a vape 'first thing' - study

'Alarmingly, most regular users reported using very high-nicotine devices.'

26 Feb 04:00 PM
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Editorial: It's not just the system that must change to keep Kiwi kids alive
Editorial

Editorial: It's not just the system that must change to keep Kiwi kids alive

OPINION: The legal guardian of Rickah'Shae, 8, has pleaded guilty to manslaughter.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
Russia sends migrants into Europe through secret tunnels
World

Russia sends migrants into Europe through secret tunnels

Polish officials uncovered four tunnels under the border with Belarus in 2025.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
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Matthew Hooton: NZ’s new economic peers - Romania, Bulgaria and Kazakhstan
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Matthew Hooton: NZ’s new economic peers - Romania, Bulgaria and Kazakhstan

State of the Nation speeches reveal main parties have no ideas, or don’t want to share.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
Iwi mussel farm crew 'shocked' after suspected vandalism in Far North bay
New Zealand

Iwi mussel farm crew 'shocked' after suspected vandalism in Far North bay

The iwi says the farm is key to long-term jobs and intergenerational wealth.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
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Inside the Lake Alice data breach: Erica Stanford asked Sir Brian Roche to personally sign apologies to survivors
Politics

Inside the Lake Alice data breach: Erica Stanford asked Sir Brian Roche to personally sign apologies to survivors

The breach was the result of a mistake made during an email send out.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
Morning quiz: The film Gladiator, starring Russell Crowe, was first released in what year?
New Zealand

Morning quiz: The film Gladiator, starring Russell Crowe, was first released in what year?

Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
Landmark boarding house earns $225K a year but needs TLC
Property

Landmark boarding house earns $225K a year but needs TLC

Building with storied past up for grabs in the capital.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
Wonderful trotter trying to climb Mountain for record fourth time
Racing

Wonderful trotter trying to climb Mountain for record fourth time

Muscle Mountain is odds-on for the Group 1 race at Addington tonight.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
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Stock Takes: Power giants tap $925m as investors back sector's growth story
Stock takes

Stock Takes: Power giants tap $925m as investors back sector's growth story

Morningstar says Meridian is fairly valued with a forward dividend yield of 4%.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
Student road patroller hit at crossing becomes 5th child run over on school run this month
Auckland
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Student road patroller hit at crossing becomes 5th child run over on school run this month

The latest child casualty was on morning duty when they were struck by a car.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
Cold snap on the way as warm spell ends and weekend temps tumble
New Zealand
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Cold snap on the way as warm spell ends and weekend temps tumble

MetService warns of localised heavy showers and possible thunderstorms.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
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Pharmacist shortage leaves regions scrambling as Govt pushes for more services
New Zealand

Pharmacist shortage leaves regions scrambling as Govt pushes for more services

Owners warn that high locum costs and underfunding make rural services vulnerable.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
Ministry defends nearly $1m spend on Te Tiriti course for staff
Politics

Ministry defends nearly $1m spend on Te Tiriti course for staff

The ministry spent an estimated $987k for staff to take the course between 2022 and 2024.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
AA congestion warning as March Madness delays bite early
Auckland

AA congestion warning as March Madness delays bite early

Average trips on the Southern Motorway are tipped to rise by six minutes.

26 Feb 04:00 PM
78yo dog walker attacked with broom handle in popular Auckland park after pet off leash
Auckland

78yo dog walker attacked with broom handle in popular Auckland park after pet off leash

'He stomped up to me and was yelling at me to put my dog on the leash... I had no idea.'

26 Feb 04:00 PM
Person dies in hospital after gang-related Christchurch clash
New Zealand

Person dies in hospital after gang-related Christchurch clash

Three men aged 19, 31 and 40 remain in custody facing serious violence charges.

26 Feb 07:58 AM
‘Burned in my memory’: Honour for man who pulled Sophia Crestani out of deadly party pile-up
New Zealand

‘Burned in my memory’: Honour for man who pulled Sophia Crestani out of deadly party pile-up

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has recognised Samson Aruwa for his bravery.

26 Feb 07:35 AM
From beach shacks to band clubs: Malta’s insider guide beyond the postcards
Travel

From beach shacks to band clubs: Malta’s insider guide beyond the postcards

Locals share year-round favourites from medieval Birgu to rugged west coast walks.

26 Feb 07:30 AM
Classic bach less than 20 steps from secret beach - ‘we don’t like to tell too many people’
Property

Classic bach less than 20 steps from secret beach - ‘we don’t like to tell too many people’

Holiday home up for grabs for only the second time in its history.

26 Feb 07:06 AM
Devonport matriarch, 93, selling her beloved beach villa with $8m RV after nearly 60 years
Property

Devonport matriarch, 93, selling her beloved beach villa with $8m RV after nearly 60 years

Dorothy Chignell originally paid £20,000 for the iconic home.

26 Feb 07:02 AM
Hollywood Hills in West Auckland: Resort for sale after 85 years in same family
Property

Hollywood Hills in West Auckland: Resort for sale after 85 years in same family

How a bachelor's pad in the Waitākere Ranges evolved into a boutique hotel.

26 Feb 07:00 AM
'Get this man out of this house now': Tradie exposes man stuck in hoarding horror, calls on Aussie Govt
World

'Get this man out of this house now': Tradie exposes man stuck in hoarding horror, calls on Aussie Govt

Nathan Stafford shared film of the man in waist-high rubbish with 2.9 million TikTok fans.

26 Feb 07:00 AM
MetService weather: February 26, 2026
New Zealand

MetService weather: February 26, 2026

MetService weather: February 26, 2026. Video / MetService

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26 Feb 06:40 AM
Man, 46, charged after manhunt through Dunedin
New Zealand

Man, 46, charged after manhunt through Dunedin

Accused drove his vehicle towards a police car and officers in an effort to avoid arrest.

26 Feb 06:19 AM
Kiwi woman detained in Indonesia after alleged violent Ramadan prayer outburst with machetes
New Zealand

Kiwi woman detained in Indonesia after alleged violent Ramadan prayer outburst with machetes

The island hotspot is a popular destination for tourists.

26 Feb 06:19 AM
'She was entitled to feel safe': Man raped teen who was shaking with fear
New Zealand

'She was entitled to feel safe': Man raped teen who was shaking with fear

The 14-year-old tried to avoid eye contact, but Jahvis Taiaroa wouldn't leave her room.

26 Feb 06:00 AM
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Worker left with broken front teeth as customer abuse soars in hospitality
Tourism

Worker left with broken front teeth as customer abuse soars in hospitality

More than a third of respondents experienced negative behaviour from customers.

26 Feb 05:50 AM
Kobori ace keeps Kiwi hopes alive after wild, wet New Zealand Open start
Sport

Kobori ace keeps Kiwi hopes alive after wild, wet New Zealand Open start

Kiwi golfing duo Kazuma Kobori and Steven Alker sit one and two shots off the lead.

26 Feb 05:31 AM
Police allege 85yo Sydney kidnapping victim was killed within 48 hours; accused duo face court
World

Police allege 85yo Sydney kidnapping victim was killed within 48 hours; accused duo face court

Gerard Andrews, 29, and Daniel Stevens, 24, have both been charged with murder.

26 Feb 05:29 AM
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Market close: NZ sharemarket up despite turbulence from Air NZ
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Market close: NZ sharemarket up despite turbulence from Air NZ

The NZ sharemarket was positive despite falls by Air NZ and Precinct Properties.

26 Feb 05:13 AM
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The best brain games to keep your mind sharper for longer
Lifestyle

The best brain games to keep your mind sharper for longer

Telegraph: One exercise stood out for its mind-boosting benefits.

26 Feb 05:00 AM
Teacher had sexual relationship with student, other students blew the whistle
New Zealand

Teacher had sexual relationship with student, other students blew the whistle

April Marie Nordstrom has had her teacher registration cancelled.

26 Feb 05:00 AM
Rotorua rubbish truck fire traced to discarded batteries
New Zealand

Rotorua rubbish truck fire traced to discarded batteries

The fire broke out during a routine kerbside collection.

26 Feb 04:52 AM
Call for ministers to stop 'derogatory' rhetoric against councils
New Zealand

Call for ministers to stop 'derogatory' rhetoric against councils

Northland Regional Council chairman Pita Tipene challenged Cabinet ministers at a forum.

26 Feb 04:38 AM
One of New Zealand's greatest athletes hangs up black jersey – again
Sport

One of New Zealand's greatest athletes hangs up black jersey – again

The player won Rugby World Cups in 2017 and 2022 and Olympic gold and silver medals.

26 Feb 04:10 AM
Nikhil Ravishankar on Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
New Zealand

Nikhil Ravishankar on Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Air New Zealand CEO Nikhil Ravishankar joins Newstalk ZB's Heather du Plessis-Allan in studio after the national carrier  posted a $40m after tax half-year loss.

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26 Feb 04:10 AM
From guinea pigs to pros: Chiefs' captains back history to repeat against Crusaders
New Zealand

From guinea pigs to pros: Chiefs' captains back history to repeat against Crusaders

Richard Turner recalls the Chiefs' 27-26 win over the Crusaders 30 years ago.

26 Feb 04:00 AM
Man jailed after giving protected bird alcoholic drink in YouTube stunt
World

Man jailed after giving protected bird alcoholic drink in YouTube stunt

Footage shows a person pouring a green drink into the hawk's mouth.

26 Feb 04:00 AM
Son returns to play for Hawks – and his dad is assistant coach
New Zealand

Son returns to play for Hawks – and his dad is assistant coach

Alonzo Burton is back with the Hawks for the 2026 season.

26 Feb 04:00 AM
How pay and knowledge gaps are locking women out of the housing market
New Zealand

How pay and knowledge gaps are locking women out of the housing market

Women are more than twice as likely as men to feel unsure where to start buying.

26 Feb 04:00 AM
'Closer to home': Maternity services to be fully restored at Whakatāne Hospital
New Zealand

'Closer to home': Maternity services to be fully restored at Whakatāne Hospital

The change will end transfers of high-risk births to Tauranga Hospital.

26 Feb 03:58 AM
Why are young women less likely to own the home they live in?
New Zealand

Why are young women less likely to own the home they live in?

Cotality NZ’s chief property economist, Kelvin Davidson is with The Front Page to discuss what’s contributing to the discrepancy, and how we might be able to fix it.

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26 Feb 03:55 AM
'Very loud noise': Four injured after bus and two-car crash in Ponsonby
New Zealand

'Very loud noise': Four injured after bus and two-car crash in Ponsonby

A witness says a speeding black car hit a red car, then veered into the bus.

26 Feb 03:51 AM
Broadway great Sondra Lee dies at 97 after seven-decade stage career
Entertainment

Broadway great Sondra Lee dies at 97 after seven-decade stage career

The performer mentored stars including Jane Fonda, Sally Field and Marlon Brando.

26 Feb 03:40 AM
Greenacre wants to restore Phoenix pride after Auckland drubbing
Wellington Phoenix

Greenacre wants to restore Phoenix pride after Auckland drubbing

Chris Greenacre, 48, steps in as Phoenix interim coach for the fourth time.

26 Feb 03:24 AM
'Not been an easy decision': Nic Smith steps down as vice-chancellor of Victoria University
Wellington

'Not been an easy decision': Nic Smith steps down as vice-chancellor of Victoria University

Smith's tenure as vice-chancellor is the shortest at the Wellington uni in 25 years.

26 Feb 03:23 AM
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'Oozing good taste': These are the best hotels in Auckland, according to travel experts
Travel

'Oozing good taste': These are the best hotels in Auckland, according to travel experts

Which hotels are the very best for your needs and worth the money?

26 Feb 03:00 AM
Wellington electricity workers claim lengthy storm outages could have been fixed faster
Wellington

Wellington electricity workers claim lengthy storm outages could have been fixed faster

Worker blames understaffing as some people were left without power for five days.

26 Feb 03:00 AM
On The Up: Three Hawke’s Bay finalists for NZer of the Year awards
New Zealand

On The Up: Three Hawke’s Bay finalists for NZer of the Year awards

'I’m just carrying on a legacy that was made for me.'

26 Feb 02:48 AM
Pedestrian dies after being hit by truck on Whangārei road
New Zealand

Pedestrian dies after being hit by truck on Whangārei road

The crash happened on Kamo Rd in Kensington about 9.35am today.

26 Feb 02:42 AM
Central Coast teen becomes first Australian fatality from tick-induced red meat allergy
World

Central Coast teen becomes first Australian fatality from tick-induced red meat allergy

Jeremy Webb, 16, suffered breathing trouble after eating beef sausages.

26 Feb 02:40 AM
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Greek politician is prosecuted for admitting drug use decades ago
World

Greek politician is prosecuted for admitting drug use decades ago

NY Times: His party said Yanis Varoufakis is charged with promoting and advertising drugs.

26 Feb 02:33 AM
'Deadly consequences': Picture sparks chilling warning over 'nangs' use
New Zealand

'Deadly consequences': Picture sparks chilling warning over 'nangs' use

The gas gives users a short-lived high along with dissociation and hallucinations.

26 Feb 02:00 AM
Afternoon quiz: Peter the Great ruled what country between 1682 and 1725?
New Zealand

Afternoon quiz: Peter the Great ruled what country between 1682 and 1725?

Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.

26 Feb 02:00 AM
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Kidnapping, stalking, assaults: A killer’s violent path to murdering an innocent mum
New Zealand

Kidnapping, stalking, assaults: A killer’s violent path to murdering an innocent mum

Judges warned that years of prison and strict sanctions had not stopped Nathan Boulter.

26 Feb 02:00 AM
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Confirmed: Ardern now living in Australia after reportedly being seen house-hunting in Sydney

The former Prime Minister was pictured with locals in a small town south of Sydney.

26 Feb 01:59 AM
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Nick Clark: The RMA reform we were promised is not the reform we got
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Nick Clark: The RMA reform we were promised is not the reform we got

RMA reform bills risk repeating 30 years of failure.

26 Feb 01:57 AM
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Business confidence dips on interest rate fears but remains elevated
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Business confidence dips on interest rate fears but remains elevated

A net 23% of firms report higher activity than at the same time last year.

26 Feb 01:55 AM
David Seymour renews call to sell Govt's Air NZ shares after half-year loss
New Zealand

David Seymour renews call to sell Govt's Air NZ shares after half-year loss

The Government owns a 51% controlling stake in the airline.

26 Feb 01:21 AM
The Country: Farmers send open letter to the Government
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The Country: Farmers send open letter to the Government

Walt Cavendish, Don Fraser, Dr Jacqueline Rowarth, Dr Marie Elena Duter, Chris Russell.

26 Feb 01:14 AM
NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Thursday, February 26, 2026
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NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Thursday, February 26, 2026

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Iran's embassy has our Government in its sights and Air New Zealand says a reset is needed | Thursday, February 26, 2026

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26 Feb 01:02 AM
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Whitney Hansen's four-point plan to drive Black Ferns revival
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Whitney Hansen's four-point plan to drive Black Ferns revival

Hansen rose from club player to Black Ferns head coach in under 10 years.

26 Feb 01:01 AM
Police probe after West Auckland school lockdown over student safety concern
New Zealand

Police probe after West Auckland school lockdown over student safety concern

Woodlands Park School has now lifted the lockdown and classes have resumed.

26 Feb 12:57 AM
Iwi extends pause on Bluff oyster harvest to prioritise fishery's recovery
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Iwi extends pause on Bluff oyster harvest to prioritise fishery's recovery

Ngāi Tahu Seafood controls about 20% of the Bluff oyster commercial quota.

26 Feb 12:53 AM
Volunteer firefighters renew calls for ACC mental health cover
New Zealand

Volunteer firefighters renew calls for ACC mental health cover

A 2025 petition with 36,549 signatures to extend cover was rejected.

26 Feb 12:50 AM
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Bankers 'blindsided' by RBNZ's ATM proposal – what the Governor told them over lunch
Banking and finance

Bankers 'blindsided' by RBNZ's ATM proposal – what the Governor told them over lunch

Nicola Willis is not picking sides in the battle.

26 Feb 12:50 AM
Air New Zealand loses $40m in six months, Qantas makes $1b
Airlines

Air New Zealand loses $40m in six months, Qantas makes $1b

Airline blames engine dramas, sluggish domestic demand, high costs, and weak dollar.

26 Feb 12:46 AM
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