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NZ Post store cuts leave seniors at risk

Age Concern New Zealand chief executive Karen Billings-Jensen talks to The Front Page about what the closing of 142 NZ Post services in 2026 means for seniors.

'It’s been one hell of a year': Family mourns 11yo daughter killed by drugged driver

“Knowing our baby was taken from someone else’s hands is the hardest feeling ever.”

Serial school burglar loses bid to cut prison term

Mitchelle Anderson burgled Rotorua Boys' High School three times in one month.

Gold rush: As price soars past US$5000, is a bubble about to burst?

Fomo, ambitious crypto barons, US President all get some credit or blame for gold boom.

Cybersecurity company identifies person behind Manage My Health hack

Cyber firm IOC3 says it has identified the hacker known online as Kazu.

Fears dung beetle investment will be flushed away

NZ's only dung beetle rearing facility says it may close if there's no more support.

Lifeguards clear Mount Maunganui clubhouse

Mount Maunganui lifeguards getting their equipment under police supervision and with the approval and support of other organisations. Video / AckerMerc - @ackermerc

Opinion: Why Dave Rennie is the compelling choice to lead the All Blacks next

NZ Rugby should do everything in its power to convince Rennie to coach the All Blacks.

'Breaks our hearts': Wellington boutique announces closure

Shut the Front Door is the third Wellington business to announce its closure this week.

Investigator at heart of Harry’s privacy battle branded a ‘fantasist’

Dr Evan Harris told the court that Christine Hart was 'obsessed with Hugh Grant'.

Mongrel Mob member jailed for 12 years for sexual offending against young girls

Harmer was convicted on 14 charges involving multiple young girls.

The Country: Te Radar previews Young Farmer of the Year contest

On today: Todd McClay, Emma Higgins, Te Radar, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Hamish McKay.

Salt Path author to publish new book delayed by ‘distress’ over scandal

The new book was delayed 12 months after a high-profile expose.

Melania's documentary may have become a nightmare but Jeff Bezos still comes out a winner

Disgraced director Brett Ratner lived at Mar-a-Lago while making the film.

Rideshare driver accused of killing young Kiwi lawyer in Sydney hit-and-run dies before trial

Otago and Harvard Law School graduate Mitch East had only recently moved to Sydney.

Person airlifted in critical condition after crash shuts Central Otago highway

The rural crash, which gave three others minor injuries, happened about 11.40am.

'Let police sweat it out': Defiant Tamaki slams moves to shut down harbour bridge protest march

Brian Tamaki says the march is about 'presence, not permission' and intends to walk.

'Hero' educator who warned other campers third victim to be formally identified by coroner

Lisa Maclennan woke holidaymakers up at 5am to warn them of the bank's imminent danger.

Justice Dept brings federal charge against man accused of attack on congresswoman

Anthony Kazmierczak is accused of spraying Ilhan Omar with a syringe.

Anthony Joshua speaks on camera for first time since Nigeria crash

Joshua was a passenger in an SUV that crashed in Nigeria on December 29.

Gas leak forces evacuations in Taupō suburb after digger hits line

Police urge the public to stay away from the Wharewaka area in Taupō.

Lifeguards race to clear gear from red-stickered Mount Maunganui base clubhouse

The clubhouse was red placarded after last Thursday's slip.

Big cities drive up consumer confidence in latest survey

More households now think it is a good time to make major purchases again.

Preserving sacrifice: Major upgrade for Hastings Hall of Memories

Work starts this week and is expected to take about nine months to finish.

'Should communities move?' Land use in slip-prone areas must change, expert warns

Professor James Renwick says councils must rethink homes, campsites near risky slopes.

Apple earnings soar as China iPhone sales surge

Apple devices in active use worldwide now exceed 2.5 billion.

Fake hot spring sends tourists flocking to non-existent Tasmanian paradise

Expert Anne Hardy says 90% of ChatGPT travel itineraries contain errors.

Mitchell signs new deal with England’s Red Roses

Mitchell has led England to 25 straight wins and two Six Nations Slams.

Best garden loungers: How to choose outdoor furniture that will survive NZ’s sun

Experts on the best garden sofas and loungers for downpours and UV rays.

Wellington taxi company goes under after airport changes rules

The liquidator said the case raised "serious questions" about protections for businesses.

Alex Powell: The day the Twenty20 Super Smash died

OPINION: New Zealand’s domestic T20 league is no longer fulfilling its purpose.

'Awesome!' - PM Jim Bolger at SkyCity casino opening 30 years ago

Monday marks casino's opening: late Dame Cath Tizard and Jim Bolger officiated that night.

Neverland dance studio founders on teaching, taking risks, and future steps

Chief lifestyle and entertainment reporter Jenni Mortimer talks to Ash Habgood and Alley Williams about the opening of their dance studio space in Pakuranga. Video / Jason Dorday

Six pains you should never ignore, according to an urgent care doctor

Telegraph: Expert advice on when to ride out the discomfort, and when to seek help fast.

Five-year-old detained by ICE 'not eating and asking for his mother'

Liam Conejo Ramos, 5, has stopped eating and is asking for his mum.

Media shake-up: Nine surges back into NZ market; Is MediaWorks radio next on the block?

Nine has acquired outdoor advertising firm QMS for almost $1b – what now for MediaWorks?

High-profile developer buying Loafers Lodge building where five died in fire

The site has sat derelict after a 2023 blaze killed five residents.

Black Caps call up Sears to boost World Cup fast bowling stocks

The 27-year-old will head to India as a travelling reserve.

FMA warns insurer after $700k motor policy overcharge hits 5000+ customers

Aioi Nissay Dowa overcharged 5055 motor insurance customers nearly $700,000.

Doggy daycare with a cause: Raglan venture gives all profits to animals in need

Latesha Hearth opened her first business at 12, buying and selling phones on TradeMe.

'Thought it would be fun': Teacher censured after flipping trailer carrying 15 students

Four students were taken to hospital after the incident following a fundraising event.

Heading to the Coromandel? What SH25 drivers need to know this weekend

Drivers face stop/go controls on a 2km section at Pumpkin Hill north of Tairua.

US man accused of posing as FBI agent to free health CEO murder suspect

Prison staff say he admitted carrying weapons, and was found carrying cooking utensils.

Three injured in State Highway 2 crash near Hastings

Police say the road remains open with no significant traffic delays.

Health chief blames ageing tech for 12-hour hospital IT meltdown

The outage reportedly caused 'chaos' in emergency departments.

CCTV footage released of NSW triple-murder suspect on day of fatal shootings

Police say Julian Ingram, 37, is armed, dangerous and should not be approached.

British boy murdered 12-year-old then claimed he found victim

The 15-year-old admitted murdering Leo Ross during a hearing in Birmingham.

On The Up: Rowston grateful for UFC return after being turned down by rivals

'My name was offered around to a few people ... a couple said no,' the middleweight said.

Asia-Pacific airlines have fastest growth of any region as carriers ‘scramble’ to meet travel demand

Airline boss says it's crucial to fix supply-chain headache this year.

Rowston ready to continue rise at UFC 325

Cameron Rowston will meet Cody Brundage in a middleweight clash in Sydney this Sunday. Video / Annaleise Shortland

Save the date: Harcourts Dancing for Hospice returns, 'refreshed and re-energised'

Registrations of interest from people 'keen to dance' are now open.

Which supermarket fruit yoghurts are healthy, and which should you avoid?

Marketed as wholesome everyday food, some tubs are closer to dessert than breakfast.

One-armed golfing legend famed for hole-in-ones dies in Queenstown

Ras Theron lost his right arm at 19 in a military training accident in 1967.

Collectors fear police aren't taking Pokémon card thefts seriously

Store owner Liam O'Neill says his outlets now need jewellery-level security.

Bay of Plenty families remain isolated two weeks after Waioweka Gorge slips

About 30 residents remain cut off in the Waioweka Gorge two weeks on.

Plot twist: Auckland Film Studios sold by council in multimillion-dollar deal

New buyer revealed: 'A win for region's screen production industry', says mayor.

Former deputy gets 20-year sentence in killing of Sonya Massey

Sean Grayson, 31, was convicted in October of second-degree murder in Illinois.

PM declines Trump's invite to join Board of Peace for Gaza

The body was initially designed to oversee the restoration of peace in Gaza.

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Live from Hyrox: What is it and why do people do it?

The BYD Auckland Hyrox competition has kicked off, Katie Oliver reports live from the action. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Govt looks at investment law in light of Du Val fallout

Could more be done to protect unsavvy investors?

Major Hospital disruptions: Health NZ investigating major IT outage

Fleur Fitzsimons and Darren Douglass join Ryan Bridge on Ryan Bridge Today on Herald Now to discuss. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Health NZ investigating major IT outage in upper North Island

Health NZ is looking into the outage to determine what caused it. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Bodies pulled from sea as Philippine ferry toll rises to 29

The death toll from the MV Trisha Kerstin 3 disaster has risen to 29.

Major hospital IT outage causes chaos in upper North Island

PSA National secretary reveals what happened and who was impacted. Video / Ryan Bridge Today

Restrained again: Tova's later Breakfast; Ex-adman's book skewers awards obsession

BSA rules on TVNZ/Tom Phillips privacy complaint; Extraordinary life of Brian FM founder.

12-month NZ prescriptions start next week. How the new rules could affect you

Who's eligible and what are the potential risks and benefits for patients and prescribers?

Britain's Starmer hails 'good progress' after meeting China's Xi

The new deal halves tariffs on UK whisky exports to China from 10% to 5%.