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'Mismanaged': Expert calls for faster reform in NZ economy

Teece highlights the need for faster economic reforms to keep pace globally.

NZ's top jockey shines at Royal Ascot with stunning win

James McDonald secured a late ride on Crimson Advocate at Royal Ascot.

'Overly aggressive' letter from Napier mayoral candidate upsets national motor caravan body

The board removed Nigel Simpson as Hawke's Bay chair just one month into the role.

'Compelled to stay': More teachers working past 65 amid shortages

In 2024, 8072 teachers over 65 made up about 10% of the workforce.

Editorial: Amid bleak news, community generosity shines through

OPINION: People will always try to help others if they can.

Why Auckland fires reveal urgent need for more firefighting resources

More than 80 firefighters battled the blaze at New World Victoria Park.

Society Insider: Property titan’s luxury car storage club; Eric Watson’s son's MDMA business

Plus, Beauden Barrett's new side hustle.

Building blocks: 59% of construction firms face work order concerns

Economic pressures are the biggest concern for construction sector leaders: BDO report.

Numbers revealed for tonight's $25m Powerball jackpot

It's time to check your ticket for the winning numbers.

Kiwi dollar rises 7.5% as US dollar wanes under global shifts

Concerns about the US dollar have seen other currencies gain, including the NZ dollar.

Top cop allowed failed recruits into police college

Assistant Commissioner Jill Rogers admitted letting two failed applicants into training.

'I hate him': Partner of slain Tribesman lays blame for death at president's feet

Mark 'Shark' Hohua was allegedly killed in a 'hot-box' beating for spending gang funds.

Melatonin to be sold over counter at NZ pharmacies, 'magic mushroom' rules relaxed

The Government has also approved the use of psilosybin, known as magic mushrooms.

Ben Francis: Why State of Origin doesn't belong in New Zealand

OPINION: Tribalism is diluted when major sports events are exported to neutral territory.

'It's frustrating': Fire truck shortage for supermarket fire angers union

Firefighters had to call an aerial truck from Hamilton for the Auckland blaze.

Baby-killing Mobster loathed being called 'kid killer' in prison, so he murdered again

Donovan Duff was already serving a life sentence. He was handed another one today.

'Biggest New World upgrade in NZ' - what was happening before the fire?

'This was the biggest New World upgrade in NZ because that store is the flagship.'

Movie magic and Marlon Williams: Auckland's best entertainment offerings this Matariki weekend

Light trails and lunches are also on offer.