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'Tariff wars miss the point': Zuru co-founder Nick Mowbray criticises US tariff plan
Zuru has factories in China, which is in line for a US tariff of 104%.
Rugby’s newest rivalry prepares to ignite this weekend
Moana Pasifika could change the complexion of their sibling rivalry with the Blues.
'We're f*****': Passenger frustration after grounded flight
Passengers smelled fuel through air vents, causing diversion.
‘Super exciting’: Accor eyes growth with NZ convention centre boost
He manages Accor’s core hotels in 48 countries, including 1300 hotels.
Simon Wilson: Why are we raising speed limits around schools?
OPINION: 155 schools in Auckland are getting higher speed limits in their neighbourhoods.
'Spoiling for a fight': Gang stoush shuts down Auckland High Court room in murder case
Nine security staff had to intervene when the confrontation erupted.
‘A terrible shock to her’: Woman steals $188k from her mother
A woman stole more than $180,000 from her elderly mother
Bad taste: Naked Samoans address backlash over controversial Last Supper poster
Oscar Kightley says the comedy troupe 'should have known better'.
Auckland property valuations delayed again, could be 18 months outdated
The valuations are a source of fascination for property-mad Aucklanders.
Flying Jetstar’s world-first route between NZ and Australia
The airline's latest year-round flight gives Kiwis a new 'shortcut to the tropics'.
‘Doesn’t make sense’: Auckland boy, 6, dies after routine tonsil surgery
Investigations have been launched by police and Health NZ.
Auckland school closed because of 'ongoing' water issues
Students have been told to stay home.
Billy T nominees on viral clips and open mic ‘snobs’
Half of this year's Billy T nominees join the Herald's comedy podcast.
‘A few sleepless days’: Kiwi sailor’s tales of loss and adventure alone at sea
No one can hear you scream from the middle of the ocean.
NZ is ‘losing the fight’ against organised crime; new report urges bold changes
Report by experts says information-sharing between government agencies is 'deficient'.
Payment disputes: Kāinga Ora apartment project hits roadblock
Little has happened at a Kāinga Ora-owned building site in Rotorua for months.
On The Up: Kiwis backing a new generation of start-ups
The NZ tech stars who are paying it forward.
Pink pineapples, cancer and farming: Liberal new genetics laws on the way for NZ
All you need to know about the Gene Technology Bill that is before Parliament.
On The Up: Air Chathams and Air NZ in partnership talks
'Smaller operators play a critical role and do an excellent job.'
Air NZ flight grounded, passenger reports smell of fuel
A passenger said they could smell fuel coming through the air vents.
Warriors name team aiming to break 16-game losing streak against Storm
The last time the Warriors won in Melbourne was their 16-10 Anzac Day victory in 2014.
‘Campaign of abuse’: YouTuber wins $150k defamation case after being called a Chinese spy
Zhen Chen carried out a nine-month campaign of defamation and bullying against Wanli Zhu.
‘Twisted avatar’: MAFS star's dad explains why portrayal of Jacqui is not the truth
Opinion: Doog Burfoot on Jacqui, Ryan, Clint and the truth about that Miss NZ claim.
‘Catch me if you can, motherf*****,’ teen taunted from NZ after Perth meat cleaver attack
It's taken nine years, but Australian police are one step closer to catching up with him.
Pair’s desperate bid to pull unresponsive paddler to safety
'It looked like a bag floating at first, but then I knew it wasn’t a bag,' a rescuer said.
State Highway 1 in Dome Valley now open after earlier crash
The crash was reported to police around 3.45pm.
'Significant seizure': Auckland police bust illegal 3D-printed firearm syndicate
A significant amount of 3D-printed parts and two assembled firearms were seized.
NZ’s high school robot stars struggle to make world champs after funding denied
The previous backers have pulled out.
Concept for new $20m regional park in Hawke's Bay revealed after 'challenges'
The park would be developed on Lagoon Farm, under an airport flight path.
Police name man killed in Penrose train and vehicle collision
The train pushed the car, leaving it completely under the train.
Michael Burgess: Only one choice for next America’s Cup host
OPINION: Organisers need to go to the one place that would put the event back on the map.
Son of UN rep jailed for stabbing elderly man to death in Auckland
A stranger had taken Sergio Williams into his home. He overstayed his welcome.
Police arrest eight teens in crime rampage, two charged over Mānawa Bay jewellery smash-and-grab
Police arrested eight youths, aged 15 to 19, during a day of violence.