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'F*** off': Auckland restaurant owner accused of verbally abusing staff member

Jessica Farrelly doesn't want to work in hospitality again after her experience.

Inside the new luxury eatery blending Central Otago's history and cuisine

Fine dining restaurant is a nod to gold mining history and Chinese immigrants of the area.

Eleven homes damaged by overnight tornado as the south braces for snow dumps

Icy temperatures and inland snow are forecast for holiday spots on Sunday.

'More to fight for': Why UFC title fight is different for Kara-France

'When the octagon is locked, Kai Kara-France doesn’t fight just for himself anymore.'

'The best deal I've ever got:' Kiwi author's book about cats snapped up by UK publisher

Stacy Gregg's latest children's novel about cats under threat includes real-world themes.

Lorde's surprise Glastonbury set marks album launch and new era

OPINION: Like every promo move Lorde's made with the new album, she detonated.

'Matrix change': Winning Lotto Powerball could soon become much harder

Lotteries NZ is seeking government permission to tweak the rules of Lotto Powerball.

Mt Eden prison inmate dies after 'incident': Corrections, police and coroner launch probes

Police are investigating and have notified the man’s next of kin.

Rising star: Shaun Fannin's quest for steeplechase success with Jesko

Fannin plans to target the $200,000 Grand National Steeplechase in August.

Behind the Briscoes Lady: The truth about Tammy Wells

The actor-artist has had a double life for 37 years.

Pike's promising duo set for rematch in Ruakākā 2YO Championship

Jasmine Fawcett will ride Ashoka, while Triston Moodley mounts Boombox.

Top picks for family fun on school holidays in Auckland

Weary parents needn't panic – there are many options to keep the cries of boredom at bay.

Car crashes into home on Coatesville-Riverhead Highway, 4 injured

The road is closed, and motorists should follow diversions.

Roads cut off, homes evacuated in the south as Auckland hit by thunderstorms

Severe weather hits as school holidays begin, with evacuations in Marlborough.

Market close: Market leaders Infratil and Spark drive sharemarket higher

New Zealand shares ended firmer after Infratil and Spark posted gains.

Where did 8000 passengers go? The latest forecasts for $5.5b City Rail Link

The initial capacity is lower than earlier forecasts of 27,000 passengers.