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‘Really scary’: KiwiSaver financial hardship withdrawals spike amid fuel crisis

Budget advisers warn people are 'robbing their future selves' to get by.

Radio Hauraki presenter Mike Minogue on making a career out of making things up

The founder of Frank Talent talks his extensive career and the bold move that's next.

The Big Bike Film Night rides into town

A collection of the best cycling short films from around the world. Video / Supplied

The decline and fall of premier club rugby: Struggle to field top-flight sides

At least six premier club competitions have shrunk going into the 2026 season.

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, April 18, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, April 18, 2026. President Trump remains confident in ending the Iran war shortly as peace deal appears to hold. Video / NZ Herald

‘Absolutely broken’: Fuel costs force nursing students to question degrees

One Toi Ohomai student had $20 to cover four days while on a full‑time work placement.

Free Korean Story Festival brings Hamilton Gardens to life

Korean food stalls and traditional games will offer an immersive experience.

‘Everyone’s looking’: Super Rugby rivals coy on signing Ardie Savea

The All Blacks standout's future is uncertain amid Moana Pasifika’s struggles.

Life-saving calls or 'woke' weather fears? Inside MetService's Cyclone Vaianu warnings

Critics worry about 'warning fatigue' but agency insists cyclone messages were justified.

How a new meth ‘safe space’ could change recovery journeys in Tairāwhiti

Hawke's Bay/Gisborne has the second-highest meth use in wastewater tests.

Letters: We want to see homelessness cut, but governments have finite budgets

OPINION: Billions was spent but Auckland still doesn't have a rail line to the airport.

Fran O'Sullivan: Why two Chrises must put pride aside to land India trade deal

OPINION: The Trade Minister is set to sign the India free-trade deal at Anzac weekend.

'We take this discovery extremely seriously': Kauri dieback found in city park

It is believed to be the first detection of kauri dieback in central Whangārei.

From sharemilkers to co-owners: Waikato couple eye full farm ownership next

The van Heuvens will shift from sharemilking to a 50% equity partnership in June.

Thomas Coughlan: What happens next in Luxon leadership saga

OPINION: With the Nats' caucus feeling mutinous, can Christopher Luxon survive as PM?

Editorial: High-risk tactics and escalation as war in the Middle East reaches critical stage

OPINION: The only predictable thing about Trump's rhetoric has been its unpredictability.