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Non merci Hamilton: French snub stay in The Tron before All Blacks series finale
The French have opted to stay in Auckland, citing preferred facilities.

Mercury inks long-term power deal to support NZ packaging giant
The deal will support Mercury to build more renewable power generation.

End of an era: Kinleith workers mark closure
Workers gathered in Tokoroa after a chapter of 71 years closed on June 30.

Genesis AI trial cuts energy use by 10% with smart hot water control
The trial involved 17,000 customers, shifting water heating to off-peak times.

Council reviewing court ruling on Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei dominance at Westhaven
The court affirmed Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei's dominance at Westhaven over 18 other iwi.

Hipkins claims Covid-19 inquiry creates platform for conspiracy theorists
Scope needed to be widened "even if this hurts the egos of former ministers" - van Velden.

Billionaire-backed Western Springs stadium bid pulled from race
Auckland Arena was set to host 12,500 seats, costing $200m-$300m privately.

$61m building project under way at one of nation's richest private schools
Saint Kentigern's new development will add 42 classrooms and a large amphitheatre.

Nonu extends Toulon deal, aged 43
The former All Black became the oldest player in Top 14 history last March.

Most of $20k goal for Gisborne boy’s urgent cancer treatment raised in 48 hours
The family have closed the fundraiser and will soon travel back to Starship.

QSM recipient faces freezing orders, mortgagee sale of $5m property after defaulting on loan
A judge ruled there was the risk of 'dissipation of assets'.

Why NZ towns may need to move as severe weather worsens
Towns like Nelson and Motueka were devastated by heavy rainfall last month.

Property Insider: Mansons begins Graham St project; free car with Westgate home; how’s Resido going?
Two basement levels, nine storeys of offices: NZ's biggest new commercial project begins.

Coroner expresses ‘deep concerns’ after man dies waiting for ambulance despite five calls to 111
St John has apologised 'unreservedly' for the distress caused to Wenyi Chen's family.

The rise of Rosmini's 'Horse': Young star gallops to scoring benchmark
Braden Morley scored 30 points in Rosmini’s 40-7 win over Massey High.

Tech Insider: UK tells retailers to use NZ’s Auror crime-fighting software
PLUS: Medtech projected to earn $3.8b a year by 2028.

No more crying in the kitchen: 'Tearless' onions launch in NZ - at a cost
Tearless onions are now being grown in Auckland and sold nationwide.

Pedestrian seriously injured after collision with car in East Auckland
Emergency services were called to the scene about 4.40pm.

'Keep an eye out': Police appeal for missing woman in Auckland
Ella Davenport, 57, was last seen in Māngere on June 20.

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.