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Watch: The latest highlights from this year's Smokefreerockquest and Showquest

More exciting performances from talented up-and-coming musicians around the country.

Craig Lord joins forces with councillors for local election push

It's Westwards versus Labour in the Waitākere and Whau wards.

'Messy, ugly, full of sharp edges': How the world reacted to Lorde's new album

The album's runtime clocks in at just 34 minutes, with 11 songs on offer.

Son of prominent Māori activist jailed over historic child sex abuse

His accuser said the abuse occurred in Avondale and Whangārei.

'A damn shame': One dead after car hits tree following South Auckland chase

The driver of the pursuing vehicle has been arrested.

'Struggle' - TV series producers on problems filming around Queenstown

Brad Pitt just visited but film-makers tell how hard it is to make shows in Queenstown.

'Like the movies': Street light narrowly misses man’s car during Auckland tornado

A street light fell just metres from Chaitanya Nerkar's car in Avondale.

Why the new $100m Pak'nSave faces unique construction challenges

Vast new store is to be built on a flood-prone site which operated for 50 years as a dump.

'Step in the right direction': Council to investigate land return to hapū

The decision comes after a petition signed by more than 2500 people.

'More than a game': What the future holds for Moana Pasifika

Moana Pasifika face a $7m income shortfall for the 2026 season.

Opinion: MPs mourn Takutai Tarsh Kemp – what happens next and who might take her seat

OPINION: There’s a lot on the line for Te Pāti Māori.

Healthy Homes to golden visas: How Govt’s July 1 changes could affect you

Rental properties must comply with Healthy Homes standards by July 1.

'Preventable': Auckland rail crew unaware of missing track before tunnel derailment

Key staff failed to communicate missing tracks, leading to the preventable accident.

Editorial: Local government reform could mean reshaping, not ditching, regional councils

OPINION: Shane Jones argued there's no compelling case for regional councils. Is he right?

Takutai Tarsh Kemp fought for Māori ‘until the final hours’ - John Tamihere

Kemp died at home, aged 50, after battling aggressive kidney disease.

The search for Ella Davenport: Police renew calls for public help

She wore a dark blue top, maroon pants, and dark-coloured shoes.

'It's selfish': Drugged driver chased by up to 20 police cars blasted for 'dumb' driving

Blake Herbert was on bail for a kidnapping when he drove high on meth and evaded police.

State of emergency in parts of Marlborough, Auckland prepares for gales

Wind gusts on the bridge could reach up to 90km/h between 6am and 10am.