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Inexperienced French squad set to feature against All Blacks

Only a handful of top players will tour New Zealand next month to face the All Blacks.

World media reacts to German giant's 10-0 thrashing of Auckland City FC

Auckland's team includes teachers, students and real estate agents.

Rising scrutiny: Economists take key roles in next phase of Covid Inquiry

Economists who found NZ overpaid for Covid health measures hired by Royal Commission.

'Priority from day one': Police push for body cameras

The Police Association supports cameras but worries about costs.

Ponsonby land values drop over $400k as new valuations reveal shifts

Council valuations show Ponsonby properties fell 14% from $2.65m to $2.27m.

Baby’s death at Auckland daycare sparks call for tighter sleep regulations

The baby was checked every 10 minutes but it wasn't enough and he was found unresponsive.

'You can’t come in smoking your meth pipe': Lifewise CEO calls for crisis centre

Lifewise wants Rotorua triage facility for homeless with addictions, mental health issues.

Opinion: Why Govt spending on tourism is great news for Kiwis wanting to leave

OPINION: Louise Upston champions a $35m tourism package to boost growth.

Fifa Club World Cup: Auckland City concede 10 to Bayern Munich

This was a complete thumping but was always going to be, given the vast disparity.

Sasha Borissenko: Legal insights from the Siouxsie Wiles case

OPINION: The cost of doubling down.

'Absolutely ridiculous': Sacked blinds installer wins $12k after nine days of work

Man's employer said his attendance and performance were poor and may appeal the ruling.

Why energy is set to be a hot topic in next year's election

Meridian’s new CEO shares his thoughts on sector scrutiny amid electricity challenges.

Celebrated New Zealand author Maurice Gee dies at 93

Maurice Gee wrote more than 30 novels for adults and children.

Why Auckland City v Bayern Munich could be the greatest underdogs battle in our sporting history

It's hard to imagine there has been anything quite as outrageous as this.

Australia’s top winter activities you won’t want to miss

No matter where you go in Australia this winter, there is lots to do.

Auckland ICU doctor's book exposes NZ health system crisis from the inside

Mismanaged priorities, hospital bullies, public vs private - Dr Ivor Popovich tells all.

What it’s like exploring Palawan in the Philippines

Does this Filipino hot spot really live up to the hype?

'Our home': Ex-rugby star's emotional plea as Western Springs consultation comes to close

Ponsonby Rugby Club's future is up in the air amid public consultation on Western Springs.