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Home / Latest news

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Police seek information about missing Wellington woman Anna
New Zealand

Police seek information about missing Wellington woman Anna

She last contacted her family around lunchtime today, saying she was lost near Cone Hutt.

08 Mar 08:30 AM
World

Members of Iran’s Assembly of Experts hint at consensus on next supreme leader

The former PM called the Government's initial response to the Iran strikes a 'disgrace'.

08 Mar 07:48 AM
Crime

Entrepreneur who bribed Immigration NZ employees named after year-long secrecy fight

She slid cash to corrupt INZ employees, but it was the same agency that brought her down.

08 Mar 07:43 AM

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One person dies following incident on Canterbury river
New Zealand

One person dies following incident on Canterbury river

Emergency services were called to the scene about 4.30pm.

08 Mar 07:40 AM
Six playoff holes needed to decide Japan-Australasia Championship
Golf

Six playoff holes needed to decide Japan-Australasia Championship

It took 78 holes, but Australian Travis Smyth triumphed in Auckland.

08 Mar 07:30 AM
While the skipper was scuba diving, these boaties asked to be rescued as they blew out to sea
New Zealand

While the skipper was scuba diving, these boaties asked to be rescued as they blew out to sea

08 Mar 07:26 AM
'He's not over it': Lawson reignites feud with old foe after Melbourne GP disappointment
Formula 1

'He's not over it': Lawson reignites feud with old foe after Melbourne GP disappointment

08 Mar 06:37 AM
One person dies in SH1 crash near Lake Taupō
New Zealand

One person dies in SH1 crash near Lake Taupō

08 Mar 06:29 AM
'Pretty nuts': Kiwi cricketer makes history with five wickets in five balls
Cricket

'Pretty nuts': Kiwi cricketer makes history with five wickets in five balls

08 Mar 06:22 AM
Wellington Parliament tour among multiple locations infected measles case visited
New Zealand

Wellington Parliament tour among multiple locations infected measles case visited

Te Whatu Ora said the traveller was confirmed as a measles case after they left NZ.

08 Mar 06:16 AM
Battery woes cost Lawson as Kiwi misses points in Melbourne season-opener
Formula 1

Battery woes cost Lawson as Kiwi misses points in Melbourne season-opener

The Racing Bulls driver couldn't capitalise on fast qualifying in the season opening GP.

08 Mar 05:53 AM
The Grim Lane curse: Can one fan finally see a World Cup win?
Opinion

The Grim Lane curse: Can one fan finally see a World Cup win?

OPINION: The ACC's G. Lane has been at all three of New Zealand's World Cup final losses.

08 Mar 05:31 AM
Revealed: The sweet-spot homes buyers are 'gobbling up' - and where
Property

Revealed: The sweet-spot homes buyers are 'gobbling up' - and where

Three suburbs in particular are feeling the heat in the auction rooms.

08 Mar 05:29 AM
Lawson finishes 13th after horror start at Australian GP
Formula 1

Lawson finishes 13th after horror start at Australian GP

All the action from Melbourne's Albert Park Street Circuit.

08 Mar 05:28 AM
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Armed police swarm Auckland street: One person seriously injured, possible weapon
New Zealand

Armed police swarm Auckland street: One person seriously injured, possible weapon

Emergency services were called to the scene at about 3pm.

08 Mar 05:24 AM
'No-brainer': Helen Clark says response to Iran war should have matched her stance on Iraq
Wellington

'No-brainer': Helen Clark says response to Iran war should have matched her stance on Iraq

The former PM criticised Christopher Luxon's handling of the Govt's response to the war.

08 Mar 05:10 AM
Auckland FC extend unbeaten run after come-from-behind draw
Auckland FC

Auckland FC extend unbeaten run after come-from-behind draw

Auckland FC have blown a chance to close the gap on the table-topping Jets.

08 Mar 04:34 AM
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Iran determined to avenge Khamenei's killing, top official says
World

Iran determined to avenge Khamenei's killing, top official says

New York Times: US 'must pay the price' says Iran's top security official Ali Larijani.

08 Mar 03:42 AM
Helen Clark says Govt’s response to Iran strikes should be same as Iraq
World

Helen Clark says Govt’s response to Iran strikes should be same as Iraq

The former PM spoke to Newstalk ZB host Tim Beveridge on the Weekend Collective. Video / NZ Herald

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08 Mar 03:39 AM
Iran war not a cause for house price panic in NZ, say experts
Property

Iran war not a cause for house price panic in NZ, say experts

Economists say there's no call cancel the recovery, but prolonged conflict could hurt.

08 Mar 02:58 AM
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Fire service ordered to pay ex-employee $13k after broken promise leads to resignation
New Zealand

Fire service ordered to pay ex-employee $13k after broken promise leads to resignation

HR assured him that naming his colleague wouldn’t affect their FireSuper. It did.

08 Mar 02:47 AM
Explosion at US embassy in Oslo, no injuries, police say
World

Explosion at US embassy in Oslo, no injuries, police say

The blast in Norway hit the entrance of the US embassy’s consular section.

08 Mar 02:26 AM
'One Battle After Another' location manager explains THAT car chase
World

'One Battle After Another' location manager explains THAT car chase

It was the unforgettable scene sequence of the Academy Awards contender.

08 Mar 02:08 AM
Afternoon quiz: What does the 'L' stand for in Samuel L. Jackson's name?
New Zealand

Afternoon quiz: What does the 'L' stand for in Samuel L. Jackson's name?

Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.

08 Mar 02:00 AM
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Deborah Chambers: Iran and the question international law can no longer avoid
Opinion

Deborah Chambers: Iran and the question international law can no longer avoid

OPINION: When international law fails Iran’s victims.

08 Mar 02:00 AM
Person seriously injured after being hit by car in Rotorua overnight
New Zealand

Person seriously injured after being hit by car in Rotorua overnight

Emergency services were called to Brookland Rd at about 3.50am on Sunday.

08 Mar 01:49 AM
Explainer: Why 1000 ships at times lost their GPS in the Mideast
World

Explainer: Why 1000 ships at times lost their GPS in the Mideast

Signal jamming is undoubtedly being used both offensively and defensively.

08 Mar 01:47 AM
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Trump warns Starmer: US will 'remember' UK's late support in Iran war
World

Trump warns Starmer: US will 'remember' UK's late support in Iran war

The US President warned he will 'remember' Britain delaying support for his Iran war.

08 Mar 01:47 AM
Sri Lanka to hold rescued Iranian sailors under wartime treaty rules
World

Sri Lanka to hold rescued Iranian sailors under wartime treaty rules

Sri Lanka is holding 32 rescued Iranian sailors under treaty obligations.

08 Mar 01:45 AM
Russian strikes kill 12 across Ukraine
World

Russian strikes kill 12 across Ukraine

Russia's overnight barrage used 29 missiles and 480 drones across Ukraine.

08 Mar 01:20 AM
Whakaari survivor pilot finds love and healing after White Island tragedy
Lifestyle

Whakaari survivor pilot finds love and healing after White Island tragedy

Helicopter pilot Brian Depauw married his soulmate in a magical European ceremony.

08 Mar 01:00 AM
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‘Dangerous combination’: Tenant causes house fire after lighting cigarette near gas bottle
New Zealand

‘Dangerous combination’: Tenant causes house fire after lighting cigarette near gas bottle

Pare Tamihana had earlier noticed a strong gas smell, but still lit up inside.

08 Mar 01:00 AM
Herbs legend Dilworth Karaka dies
Entertainment

Herbs legend Dilworth Karaka dies

The singer helped drive Herbs' pro-peace, anti-nuclear and social justice anthems.

08 Mar 12:59 AM
Brett Randell makes history with five wickets in five balls for Central Districts
Cricket

Brett Randell makes history with five wickets in five balls for Central Districts

He is the first cricketer to take five in five in a first-class match. Video / NZC

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08 Mar 12:57 AM
Navy vessel spills up to 300 litres of oil into Akaroa Harbour
New Zealand

Navy vessel spills up to 300 litres of oil into Akaroa Harbour

The HMNZS Te Kaha was anchored in the harbour when the oil spill happened.

08 Mar 12:21 AM
Australia weighs request to help Gulf states fend off Iranian attacks
World

Australia weighs request to help Gulf states fend off Iranian attacks

Australia is weighing Gulf requests while ruling out attacks or ground troops.

08 Mar 12:16 AM
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The major change to expect when Team NZ reveal new America's Cup boat
Christopher Reive
AnalysisChristopher Reive

The major change to expect when Team NZ reveal new America's Cup boat

Teams have to reuse their existing AC75 hulls from the Barcelona regatta for this cycle.

08 Mar 12:00 AM
Ramadan War: Tehran caught between ruined blocks and fragile normality
World

Ramadan War: Tehran caught between ruined blocks and fragile normality

Tehran residents now endure eerie lulls between fresh explosions and raids.

07 Mar 11:55 PM
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I'm a longevity doctor. This is why I'll never give up alcohol
Lifestyle

I'm a longevity doctor. This is why I'll never give up alcohol

Fear of alcohol can be more harmful than moderate use.

07 Mar 11:37 PM
Nightclub blast in Peru leaves 33 injured amid crime emergency
World

Nightclub blast in Peru leaves 33 injured amid crime emergency

The nightclub, near Trujillo, was packed with cumbia fans before dawn.

07 Mar 11:30 PM
Israeli operation in Lebanon kills 41 as search for Ron Arad fails
World

Israeli operation in Lebanon kills 41 as search for Ron Arad fails

The Nabi Sheet raid left gutted homes, torn roofs and munitions-littered streets.

07 Mar 11:20 PM
Iran missile attacks strand cruise passengers in Doha as buses leave for Riyadh
World

Iran missile attacks strand cruise passengers in Doha as buses leave for Riyadh

Some 15,000 cruise passengers are stranded in the Gulf as war spreads.

07 Mar 11:14 PM
Search underway after person swept out to sea on West Coast
New Zealand

Search underway after person swept out to sea on West Coast

A kayak found nearby may be linked to the missing person.

07 Mar 11:14 PM
Three $25k luxury cruise options revealed as top charity auction prize
New Zealand

Three $25k luxury cruise options revealed as top charity auction prize

The cruise is the top donated item up for auction at next week's Rotorua Supper Club.

07 Mar 11:09 PM
Parts of South Island in for a soaking as tropical low develops in the north
New Zealand

Parts of South Island in for a soaking as tropical low develops in the north

MetService has issued heavy rain watches for Southland and Fiordland today.

07 Mar 11:07 PM
500 teens gatecrash sweet 16th party, riot squad and police helicopter deployed
World

500 teens gatecrash sweet 16th party, riot squad and police helicopter deployed

Gatecrashers reportedly threw cans of alcohol at police officers.

07 Mar 11:04 PM
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The Ex-Files: How do I get my ex to provide financial support?
OpinionJeremy Sutton

The Ex-Files: How do I get my ex to provide financial support?

OPINION: Courts may treat trust benefits and lavish spending as proof of his means.

07 Mar 11:01 PM
Watch: Kiwi pro cyclist dumped from Dutch race after punching rival
Cycling

Watch: Kiwi pro cyclist dumped from Dutch race after punching rival

Video shows Kiaan Watts appearing to hit Dutch rider Marijn Maas.

07 Mar 10:22 PM
'Doesn't get any worse than this': Man creates fake WhatsApp message after rape allegation
New Zealand

'Doesn't get any worse than this': Man creates fake WhatsApp message after rape allegation

Police started to question if the woman had made a false complaint.

07 Mar 09:32 PM
Trump attends return of first US soldiers killed in war with Iran
World

Trump attends return of first US soldiers killed in war with Iran

The six troops were killed when a drone hit a US base in Kuwait.

07 Mar 09:28 PM
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The fall of a strongman: Inside Maduro’s last days in power
World

The fall of a strongman: Inside Maduro’s last days in power

New York Times: How the Venezuelan leader overestimated his strength and misread Trump.

07 Mar 09:00 PM
'We’re a bit outnumbered over here': Mitch Santner's message to Black Caps fans
Black Caps

'We’re a bit outnumbered over here': Mitch Santner's message to Black Caps fans

Black Caps captain Mitchell Santner has penned a message to New Zealand fans.

07 Mar 08:30 PM
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Diana Clement: How to protect your finances if you are at risk of getting dementia
Diana Clement
OpinionDiana Clement

Diana Clement: How to protect your finances if you are at risk of getting dementia

OPINION: An enduring power of attorney lets a trusted person act for you if you cannot.

07 Mar 08:00 PM
Meghan splits from Netflix to take full control of jam brand
Lifestyle

Meghan splits from Netflix to take full control of jam brand

Meghan is reportedly planning to expand As Ever to Britain, Australia and New Zealand.

07 Mar 07:51 PM
NZ Herald Morning News Update | War in Middle East enters second week, hunt for road rage attacker
New Zealand

NZ Herald Morning News Update | War in Middle East enters second week, hunt for road rage attacker

NZ Herald Morning News Update | War in Middle East enters second week, hunt for road rage attacker, 'mysterious circumstances' around David Lange grave removal. Video / NZ Herald

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07 Mar 07:44 PM
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Blues v Crusaders player ratings: Young stars shine as All Blacks struggle to make impact
Ben Francis
OpinionBen Francis

Blues v Crusaders player ratings: Young stars shine as All Blacks struggle to make impact

OPINION: Rating the performances of the Blues and Crusaders players on Saturday night.

07 Mar 07:30 PM
Viking Grand European river cruise by numbers
Travel

Viking Grand European river cruise by numbers

The longship carries just 190 guests, creating a relaxed, small-group atmosphere.

07 Mar 07:00 PM
Watch live: 2026 North Island Secondary School Rowing Championships
Sport

Watch live: 2026 North Island Secondary School Rowing Championships

North Island schools go head-to-head across 52 rowing events, all chasing bragging rights.

07 Mar 06:54 PM
Watch live: Sunday - 2026 South Island Secondary School Rowing Championships
Sport

Watch live: Sunday - 2026 South Island Secondary School Rowing Championships

South Island schools go head-to-head across 52 rowing events, all chasing bragging rights.

07 Mar 06:50 PM
Italy stun England for first time in Six Nations boilover
Rugby

Italy stun England for first time in Six Nations boilover

Italy’s win came at the 33rd attempt after decades of Six Nations heartbreak.

07 Mar 06:39 PM
Kāinga Ora loses $2m on scrapped social housing site
Property

Kāinga Ora loses $2m on scrapped social housing site

Agency boss "comfortable" with the $900K plus GST sale price.

07 Mar 06:06 PM
Soham child killer Ian Huntley dies in hospital after prison workshop attack
World

Soham child killer Ian Huntley dies in hospital after prison workshop attack

He was serving life for murdering UK schoolgirls Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman.

07 Mar 05:59 PM
Corey Peters fights through tough conditions to finish fifth in downhill title defence
Paralympics

Corey Peters fights through tough conditions to finish fifth in downhill title defence

Peters clocked 1m 20.89s in a brutal race that saw 11 of 23 skiers DNF.

07 Mar 05:50 PM
Five Kiwi women reveal why small group food tours are selling out in NZ
Travel

Five Kiwi women reveal why small group food tours are selling out in NZ

Their new food-led tours are selling out in India, China, Sri Lanka and further afield.

07 Mar 05:45 PM
Scotland throw open Six Nations title race with stunning win over France
Rugby

Scotland throw open Six Nations title race with stunning win over France

Scotland’s seven-try haul was their highest ever score against France.

07 Mar 05:31 PM
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The mission to revive an 'iconic' pie brand
New Zealand

The mission to revive an 'iconic' pie brand

It was one of the country’s most recognisable pie brands during the 1990s and early 2000s.

07 Mar 05:02 PM
'Last year sucked': Lawson earns chance at Melbourne F1 redemption
Formula 1

'Last year sucked': Lawson earns chance at Melbourne F1 redemption

After struggling in the 2025 Australian Grand Prix, the Kiwi starts eighth today.

07 Mar 05:01 PM
'Local problems need local solutions' - Dog welfare advocate pushes for law reform
New Zealand

'Local problems need local solutions' - Dog welfare advocate pushes for law reform

A fatal attack on February 17 is the third in four years in the Northland region.

07 Mar 05:00 PM
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Jackie Lloyd: Construction can't afford to leave half its talent on the sidelines
Opinion

Jackie Lloyd: Construction can't afford to leave half its talent on the sidelines

OPINION: Women hold only around 16% of jobs in New Zealand's construction workforce.

07 Mar 05:00 PM
Festivals and visitors credited for spending rises in central Napier and Hastings
New Zealand

Festivals and visitors credited for spending rises in central Napier and Hastings

One business owner says there has been a 'noticeable return of international visitors'.

07 Mar 05:00 PM
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: What power do we want policing the world? Russia, China or US
Heather du Plessis-Allan
OpinionHeather du Plessis-Allan

Heather du Plessis-Allan: What power do we want policing the world? Russia, China or US

OPINION: Khamenei was a murderer whose regime killed thousands of civilians.

07 Mar 05:00 PM
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MAFS Australia expert John Aiken: All the vitriol means we’re doing something right
Lifestyle

MAFS Australia expert John Aiken: All the vitriol means we’re doing something right

Plus, how his wife feels about his 'psychobabble'.

07 Mar 05:00 PM
'Connection and belonging': Napier backs new multicultural strategy
New Zealand

'Connection and belonging': Napier backs new multicultural strategy

About one in five Napier residents were born overseas.

07 Mar 05:00 PM
‘Civil war is a strong second possibility’: Iran faces uncertain post-Khamenei future
World

‘Civil war is a strong second possibility’: Iran faces uncertain post-Khamenei future

Iranian officials say Operation Epic Fury could reshape the entire region.

07 Mar 05:00 PM
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'I love chasing bad people': TVNZ's Barbara Dreaver on being fearless under fire
Entertainment

'I love chasing bad people': TVNZ's Barbara Dreaver on being fearless under fire

A behind-the-scenes account of reporting from the Pacific's front line.

07 Mar 05:00 PM
Pippa Taylor: Shooting star with a big year ahead
Sport

Pippa Taylor: Shooting star with a big year ahead

She already holds nine shooting records, including three national marks.

07 Mar 04:01 PM
Glenn Dwight: The love, loss and legend of the humble Kiwi ute
Glenn Dwight
OpinionGlenn Dwight

Glenn Dwight: The love, loss and legend of the humble Kiwi ute

OPINION: Recently, I was told a mate’s ute had been stolen from Hamilton Airport.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
US behind strike on Iranian girls’ school, investigators believe
World

US behind strike on Iranian girls’ school, investigators believe

Officials suggest America was probably to blame for incident that killed 165 civilians.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
The life of a Kiwi swagman back in the day
New Zealand

The life of a Kiwi swagman back in the day

Pastures Past: "Like the old soldier, the swagman is just fading away."

07 Mar 04:00 PM
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Letters: Nicola Willis’ performance as Finance Minister is the millstone around National’s neck
Letters to the Editor

Letters: Nicola Willis’ performance as Finance Minister is the millstone around National’s neck

OPINION: The Israel and US spy network is so good they knew exactly where Khamenei was.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
Roasted eggplant pasta: Classic Sicilian dinner with a lighter touch
Lifestyle

Roasted eggplant pasta: Classic Sicilian dinner with a lighter touch

Pasta all Norma is an easy vegetarian dish that is big on flavour.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
Dad hits out at 'concerning' gaps in AT injury data after mass assault of daughter on train
New Zealand

Dad hits out at 'concerning' gaps in AT injury data after mass assault of daughter on train

An OIA shows AT does not separate injuries caused by crime from slips or falls.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
‘That could be me’: Air NZ’s groundbreaking all-female flight aims to inspire future pilots
New Zealand

‘That could be me’: Air NZ’s groundbreaking all-female flight aims to inspire future pilots

Only 8.97% of Air New Zealand flights are currently flown by women pilots.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
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Liam Dann: Iran conflict could sink economic recovery ... and Luxon
Liam Dann
OpinionLiam Dann

Liam Dann: Iran conflict could sink economic recovery ... and Luxon

A badly timed supply shock threatens to spike inflation and sink our fragile recovery.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
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Editorial: Our Defence Force has been grossly neglected for decades
Editorial

Editorial: Our Defence Force has been grossly neglected for decades

OPINION: We need to be real about our place in a rapidly changing global environment.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
Kem Ormond's citrus growing guide
Kem Ormond
OpinionKem Ormond

Kem Ormond's citrus growing guide

OPINION: Kem Ormond says a house is not a home without a lemon tree.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
'It's a bit of a mystery': The curious case of David Lange's missing grave
Auckland

'It's a bit of a mystery': The curious case of David Lange's missing grave

Late PM’s remains, headstone removed in mysterious circumstances - shocking his family.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
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A deadly pattern: The three Christchurch women murdered by 'monitored' violent offenders
New Zealand

A deadly pattern: The three Christchurch women murdered by 'monitored' violent offenders

All three killers were on parole or under active Corrections monitoring.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
Lara Antipova stuns in Sistema as Australian challenge now beckons
Racing

Lara Antipova stuns in Sistema as Australian challenge now beckons

Lara Antipova's latest victory confirms she is our best juvenile galloper.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
Morning quiz: 'To be, or not to be' is a famous line from which Shakespeare play?
New Zealand

Morning quiz: 'To be, or not to be' is a famous line from which Shakespeare play?

Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
NZ Opera’s Brad Cohen shares his favourite spots in Auckland
Entertainment

NZ Opera’s Brad Cohen shares his favourite spots in Auckland

Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
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'Gangster dude': Corrupt cop jailed for leaking police intel to gang member lover
New Zealand

'Gangster dude': Corrupt cop jailed for leaking police intel to gang member lover

She exposed an informant and sent gang intelligence from a secure database.

07 Mar 04:00 PM
'Knew we had to turn up': Blues battle for win over Crusaders
Super Rugby

'Knew we had to turn up': Blues battle for win over Crusaders

The Blues kept the Crusaders scoreless in the second half.

07 Mar 08:10 AM
No $10m winners: Lotto Powerball will roll over again
New Zealand

No $10m winners: Lotto Powerball will roll over again

Wednesday will be the next chance to win big.

07 Mar 07:35 AM
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