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'It's easy to overlook the toll it can take': Marlon Williams announces touring break after final NZ shows
Entertainment

'It's easy to overlook the toll it can take': Marlon Williams announces touring break after final NZ shows

The 35-year-old plans a rāhui-inspired pause after touring nonstop since high school.

18 Feb 07:00 PM
Super Rugby

'Pretty bittersweet for me': One-test All Black confirms overseas deal

The 26-year-old has one All Blacks cap, earned against Australia in 2023.

18 Feb 06:53 PM
New Zealand

'I was taking the mum's word as fact': Doctor gives evidence in medical child abuse trial

Despite medical intervention the child failed to thrive. Now the mum is before the court.

18 Feb 06:00 AM

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Foo Fighters to play under the roof in Christchurch
Christchurch

Foo Fighters to play under the roof in Christchurch

Christchurch gets the band's first New Zealand show of the 2027 tour.

17 Feb 08:12 PM
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Super Rugby takeaways: New rules, too much boot and the All Blacks bolters
Paul Lewis
OpinionPaul Lewis

Super Rugby takeaways: New rules, too much boot and the All Blacks bolters

New pace-boosting rules clashed with a tedious volume of kicking in key games.

17 Feb 08:00 PM
Mother accused of 'medical child abuse'; concerned doctor sparked investigation
New Zealand

Mother accused of 'medical child abuse'; concerned doctor sparked investigation

17 Feb 05:01 AM
NZ spoke, Griffin's listened: Branding backlash sees iconic Cookie Bear back in biscuit aisle
Lifestyle

NZ spoke, Griffin's listened: Branding backlash sees iconic Cookie Bear back in biscuit aisle

16 Feb 09:48 PM
Downpours drench South Island as heavy rain warnings issued
New Zealand

Downpours drench South Island as heavy rain warnings issued

16 Feb 09:26 AM
Prisoner told to ‘ride out’ pain nurse said was viral - it was actually a burst appendix
New Zealand

Prisoner told to ‘ride out’ pain nurse said was viral - it was actually a burst appendix

16 Feb 01:00 AM
Bryce Win takes home the glory in Tasman Young Farmer final
New Zealand

Bryce Win takes home the glory in Tasman Young Farmer final

The sixth-generation sheep and beef farmer can now focus on his wedding in two weeks.

15 Feb 09:45 PM
Can AI show remorse? Judge catches arsonist using AI to pen apology letters
New Zealand

Can AI show remorse? Judge catches arsonist using AI to pen apology letters

The judge put Michae Win’s letter through ChatGPT software to test their authenticity.

15 Feb 08:52 PM
Kiwi wasp bait tech trialled on Auckland's hornet invaders
New Zealand

Kiwi wasp bait tech trialled on Auckland's hornet invaders

The Vespex bait targets wasps and hornets without harming honey bees.

15 Feb 08:11 PM
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Should you get a prenup? What Kiwi couples need to know about protecting their assets
Lifestyle

Should you get a prenup? What Kiwi couples need to know about protecting their assets

Lawyer Sharon Chandra explains who needs them, when to invoke them and mistakes to avoid.

15 Feb 08:00 PM
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Small Business: From Norfolk to Māpua with art hub Ilka Boutique
Small Business

Small Business: From Norfolk to Māpua with art hub Ilka Boutique

Abbey Stirling talks about her small art and homeware business at the top of the south.

15 Feb 06:00 PM
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Teen driver killed in crash while fleeing security guards during illegal hunting trip
New Zealand

Teen driver killed in crash while fleeing security guards during illegal hunting trip

Coroner Ian Telford: 'Jacob’s death was preventable.'

15 Feb 05:23 PM
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The key focus for Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti's new police boss
New Zealand

The key focus for Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti's new police boss

Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti's new police boss has started in the role.

15 Feb 05:10 PM
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Editorial: The fans are there but Super Rugby will need more than retro uniforms to get the crowds back
Editorial

Editorial: The fans are there but Super Rugby will need more than retro uniforms to get the crowds back

OPINION: New Blues boss Karl Budge is acutely aware of the challenge he has.

15 Feb 04:00 PM
Fallen trees, power outages, travel disruption: Kiwis brace as overnight storm worsens
New Zealand

Fallen trees, power outages, travel disruption: Kiwis brace as overnight storm worsens

People are strongly urged to take this seriously and prepare now.

15 Feb 10:27 AM
Air NZ warns of flight disruption as wild winds set to lash Wellington
New Zealand

Air NZ warns of flight disruption as wild winds set to lash Wellington

Winds above 50 knots and low cloud could see flights delayed or cancelled.

14 Feb 11:29 PM
'I felt utterly destroyed': Woman's life changed after being strangled by jealous ex
New Zealand

'I felt utterly destroyed': Woman's life changed after being strangled by jealous ex

'My world was very small for a long time after the incident and I couldn’t function.'

14 Feb 11:00 PM
Wild weather: Firefighters prepare for a heavier deluge tomorrow
New Zealand

Wild weather: Firefighters prepare for a heavier deluge tomorrow

Attention turns now to the East Coast, with heavy rain and warnings heading into Sunday.

14 Feb 05:06 AM
Barter to bust-up: Farmers fall out over digger-for-grazing deal
New Zealand

Barter to bust-up: Farmers fall out over digger-for-grazing deal

The barter deal ended badly when one farmer sent the other a large bill.

14 Feb 02:00 AM
Eye surgeon who tried to kill landlord allowed back in Canterbury under strict watch
New Zealand

Eye surgeon who tried to kill landlord allowed back in Canterbury under strict watch

The Parole Board now allows Ian Dallison to live at his new Canterbury home.

13 Feb 04:00 PM
Highlanders stun All Blacks-laden Crusaders in Joseph's fairy-tale opener
Super Rugby

Highlanders stun All Blacks-laden Crusaders in Joseph's fairy-tale opener

A 40m Cam Millar penalty in the dying minutes sealed the 25-23 upset.

13 Feb 08:21 AM
Bryce Win tackles Young Farmer final and wedding prep
New Zealand

Bryce Win tackles Young Farmer final and wedding prep

Sixth-generation sheep and beef farmer goes for gold two weeks out from wedding day.

13 Feb 02:05 AM
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The team looming as Super Rugby's big movers
Liam Napier
AnalysisLiam Napier

The team looming as Super Rugby's big movers

The Chiefs boast unrivalled depth as they chase a title defence.

12 Feb 04:01 AM
Union calls for urgent welfare check on crew stuck on former ferry Aratere
Wellington

Union calls for urgent welfare check on crew stuck on former ferry Aratere

Maritime Union wants Maritime NZ to board the ship and check crew welfare.

12 Feb 03:00 AM
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'I've made no attempt to hide anything': Speaker's property register errors deepen
New Zealand

'I've made no attempt to hide anything': Speaker's property register errors deepen

Gerry Brownlee has corrected 16 years of property declarations but inconsistencies remain.

11 Feb 11:01 PM
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Jonathan Ayling: These days, who doesn't hunger for hope?
Jonathan Ayling
OpinionJonathan Ayling

Jonathan Ayling: These days, who doesn't hunger for hope?

OPINION: Ash Wednesday's ash cross signals both human limits and the chance to repair.

11 Feb 04:00 PM
Super Rugby Selections: Which All Blacks are being rested for opening round?
Super Rugby

Super Rugby Selections: Which All Blacks are being rested for opening round?

Many new faces feature as the the Super Rugby teams have been named.

11 Feb 03:01 AM
Star All Blacks lock ruled out of entire Highlanders season
Super Rugby

Star All Blacks lock ruled out of entire Highlanders season

Fabian Holland will also miss the All Blacks' three tests at home in July.

11 Feb 02:57 AM
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‘They should be underwriting it’: Publican stung by 3G switch-off bill
Telecommunications

‘They should be underwriting it’: Publican stung by 3G switch-off bill

By the end of April all three major telcos will have fully shut down 3G.

11 Feb 12:00 AM
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Gregor Paul: What the new All Blacks coach will want to see in Super Rugby
Gregor Paul
OpinionGregor Paul

Gregor Paul: What the new All Blacks coach will want to see in Super Rugby

Will Jordan's progress at fullback is pivotal to fixing the aerial issues.

10 Feb 01:25 AM
NZ Rhapzody, the new hop off the trial block
New Zealand

NZ Rhapzody, the new hop off the trial block

Clayton Hops has planted the variety on four Tasman farms, with 10ha this year.

09 Feb 09:25 PM
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