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Barriers set for NZ's richest raceday at Ellerslie this Saturday
Tuxedo's draw at 16 forces a tactical change in the NZ Derby.
Child witness details parents’ fight before mother’s fatal plunge in Māngere
The boy spoke to police when he was 10. Now 12, he says he remembers things differently.
Watch: Black smoke spews across Auckland from scrap metal yard fire
Photos and videos of the scene showed large plumes of black smoke.
‘Dared to journey’ - two Wellington architects win NZIA top honour
'Radical sustainability of exploring bi-cultural collaboration' cited in win.
Man who led police on chaotic 28km chase given bail, then allegedly sexually assaulted
The man was on bail after a chaotic 28km chase through Auckland.
'Keep the kids safe': Police monitoring South Auckland schools after threat of planned brawl
One school said they had notified police and would have a 'strong staff presence'.
An aerial spectacular that will take your breath away
Belle: A Performance of Air transports you to a different world
America’s Cup back to Auckland? Talks begin to host again
It comes as Barcelona reports a positive economic impact of almost $2 billion from hosting
Who’s still got money? CBRE lists top sales of $1.7b deals lately
In the last six months of 2024, $1.7b of property sold in 97 deals. CBRE lists the top 10.
Gene technology bill: Hawke’s Bay apple CEO says it’s needed, but critics remain
'The only way we are going to continue to compete globally is through innovation.'
‘Life-threatening’: Cyclone Alfred’s impact prompts urgent evacuations
Many are changing flights; officials are opening 12 evacuation centres.
String of suspicious fires south of Auckland under investigation
The fires were lit across the first three months of this year.
‘We have changed our family’s future forever’: An inspiring whānau journey to home ownership
They moved from renting where they paid $611 weekly for a rundown home.
Short showers, limit sprinklers: Auckland on drought alert, water saving encouraged
The region's dams are lower than normal, prompting Watercare to activate plans.
The biggest laughs: What to expect from NZ International Comedy Festival 2025
More than 600 performances from over 150 acts will take place in Auckland and Wellington.
‘We make it work’: Inside the lives of a professional sports couple
The couple manage a long-distance relationship while both playing pro rugby.
‘Incredibly dangerous’ Cyclone Alfred changes course off Queensland coast
Residents warned of up to 700mm rain; flash flooding expected in coastal areas.
NZ’s biggest hotel deal: Precinct selling InterContinental Auckland to Singaporeans
Precinct bought the building in 2012 then undertook a massive $310m renovation of it.
Pak’nSave following law by demanding personal details for $1000-plus shopping bills - IRD
The little-known rule has caught multiple people out.
Rush-hour delays on Auckland’s Northwestern Motorway city-bound after crash
Traffic is backed up to the Upper Harbour Highway on-ramp.
Racing: Perfumist has scent of victory for $3.5m NZB Kiwi
Aussie runner gets favourable barrier draw for Ellerslie race.
‘Legend’: ‘Bloody good cop’ who targeted gangs dies
Dennis Murphy was known for his dedication to catching gang members and drug dealers.
Ellerslie takes on the Melbourne Cup with richest-ever local race day
NZ's richest-ever race day should have close races - and the industry faces rivals too.
‘It’s too late’: The death of cinemas and the struggle to draw audiences back
Conan O’Brien mocked streaming by introducing a 'building for movies' at the Oscars.
‘Stand the f*** back or get whacked,’ boy racer boasted after crash sent pregnant 17yo airborne
The teen required an emergency caesarean but her baby didn't survive.
Driver arrested at Ōrere Point charged as police identify dead man
A 42-year-old man has been charged over aggravated robberies on Auckland’s North Shore.
Pak’nSave supermarkets charged with ‘misleading specials’, inaccurate pricing
It's alleged the supermarkets engage in misleading specials and inaccurate pricing.
Man charged with murdering ‘beloved mother’ at Whangārei park
The man is accused of murdering Yvonne Chapman in a daylight shooting.
Supermarket shelves stripped bare, beaches closed as anxious Aussies brace for Cyclone Alfred
NSW, Queensland face potential three-day power outages due to severe weather.
Fright response manslaughter trial: Crown says man caused partner to jump from moving car
The defendant is accused of beating his partner until she jumped from the moving vehicle.
Auckland mayor backs congestion charges, gridlocked traffic could cost city $2.6b
Aucklanders may waste over 17 hours in traffic each year by 2026.
Rocket Lab reveals role in Firefly’s moon landing, investment banker rates it against Elon Musk’s SpaceX
The mission software and solar panels were supplied by the Kiwi-American company.
‘Means a lot’: Toa’s record-breaking triumph at world manu champs
Maara Toa won the Z Manu World Champs adult male division in Auckland.