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Skateboarding sensation proves girls belong on the street
15yo Jessica Ready claimed an X Games medal after a late call-up and big rush to Utah.

'It wasn't a free choice': Nurse with vaccine injury felt 'betrayed'
Covid-19 inquiry hears about approval and safety of vaccines, as well as about mandates.

Hamish McKay opens up about his dramatic 50kg weight loss
The broadcaster spoke of his weight loss on Herald Now.

'Grandiose delusions': Fate decided for man who killed entomologist in random attack
Previously suppressed psychological reports shed light on man's ongoing danger to public.

'Bringing that impact off the bench': McKenzie on battle for No 10 jersey
The 62-test All Black knows he has to remain patient.

Ryman sales down, Summerset sales at record levels
Ryman's performance contrasted sharply with Summerset, which made record sales in quarter.

'Incredibly difficult': Body found in search for missing diver
The body is believed to be that of a diver reported missing from Whatipū Beach yesterday.

T&G Global receives multiple offers amid sale speculation
Australia's ROC Partners could be a possible buyer of the fruit and vegetable exporter.

'There's some niggle': Mystics coach's warning amid rising injury toll
Rob Wright told Inside Netball bodily contact is going too far.

'A sad loss': Why this prostate cancer treatment is 'disappearing' in NZ
'It’s not the treatment that’s the problem,' a urologist says.

Backers abandoned $200m Auckland Arena project over council hurdles: sources
Extended timelines and complexities on public land were major hurdles.

Return of our Lorde: Singer announces two Kiwi tour dates for 2026
Cryptic posters across Melbourne and Sydney have teased the Australasian tour.

Robert Beaglehole: NZ is on the cusp of smokefree history – we should celebrate
OPINION: Smoking rates in New Zealand have dropped to under 7% in six years.

Foote stable favoured by global racing giant in coup for NZ
One of the world's biggest racehorse owners has upped its New Zealand presence.

Matthew Hooton: The case for abolishing regional councils in NZ
OPINION: Japan has 13 zones, while NZ has more than 1000, adding complexity and cost.

Te Pāti Māori selects former broadcaster for Tāmaki Makaurau byelection
Move comes after MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp died last month.

France overhaul squad for second All Blacks test
Gaetan Barlot will captain the side, with Gael Fickou rested for the clash in Wellington.

State of emergency declared for Tasman region, severe weather warnings across NZ
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected in Auckland and Northland.

‘Hero’ lawyer who rescued torture victim suspended from practice
Jason Yang has been commended for his actions but also suspended from law.

Showquest Auckland Regional Finals 2025 Day 2 Highlights
Highlights from Day 2 of Auckland's Showquest Regional Finals 2025. Video / Supplied

Top 5 takeaways from Samsung's super-slim foldable phone and watch event
For the first time, the firm's foldable phones are the same thickness as standard models.