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Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei wins Environment Court appeal for recognition
Iwi's relationship with the land, water around Westhaven has been recognised by the court.

'Best chance': Rogerson commits to Black Knights amid World Cup dreams
The club have also secured the services of a goalkeeper for the 25/26 A-League campaign.

'Magic mix': NZ Youth Choir's stunning win at European competition
The choir hit a high note in their first European tour since the pandemic.

'Grit their teeth': Sweeney on Dubliners living on proposed MetroLink route
'I would have preferred to stay in New Zealand,' says Sweeney.

'Deeply saddened': Children’s theatre pioneer dies at 61 after cancer battle
The Aucklander leaves a legacy of quality, creativity and accessibility.

Journalist Oriini Kaipara seeking Te Pāti Māori candidacy for Tāmaki Makaurau seat
Kaipara is the first person to publicly announce she will be putting herself forward.

13 emerging designers shine: Resene awards spotlight student talent
Awards backed by paint-maker Resene are proving a springboard for budding design careers.

'One of the great games': Former Warrior and Queenslander's Origin prediction
Kevin Campion discusses Queensland's chances on The Big League Podcast.

Support worker filmed vulnerable woman being taunted, then shared the video
'It is clear from the video recording that (the worker) taunted and threatened Ms A'.

Covid-19 Inquiry: Kiwis detail crippling losses, lost schooling and farewelling dying family
One family business said they were losing $15,000 a week during the strictest lockdown.

Costly vacancy: $2.2m bill for early end to Labour's Three Waters lease
DIA's Sale St office housed the Three Waters programme until March 2024.

'I'm back baby': Lewis Capaldi returns to NZ for two special shows
The Someone You Loved singer took a two-year hiatus to focus on his health.

Father's claim: Son's second killing could have been prevented
The man was subject to a compulsory treatment order at the time.

Kiwi beverage maker leaves $7m in unpaid debts
Liquidators recovered $370,646 from assets, but many creditors remain unpaid.

Long Covid voices sidelined in pandemic inquiry hearings
Phase two of the inquiry into Covid-19 begins today in Auckland.

'Wound has reopened': Mum's anguish after public tributes for murdered daughter taken
The tributes on Ōwairaka were removed, leaving her family devastated.

Teen's sudden cancer diagnosis puts close-knit family on 'rollercoaster ride'
Tepora, 14, is fighting acute myeloid leukaemia at Starship kids' hospital in Auckland.

What can the Government do to change voters' minds on the cost of living?
National is no longer the most trusted party to handle inflation and the cost of living.

Council reform: The Wayne Brown way has arrived
Auckland Council has a new development office and has taken direct control of planning.

Letters: When travelling, do not rely on the good faith and help of strangers
OPINION: I’m amazed that New Zealand paid $29 million towards a satellite.

William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's La Traviata impresses full house
The first party scene featured the NZ Opera Chorus mingling above the orchestra.