Olympic champion Butcher wins kayak cross World Cup gold
The Kiwi won his first World Cup gold in Czechia.
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'Really good thing': PM backs 110km/h speed limit for Pūhoi motorway
More than 7900 submissions supported the new speed limit, with 94% in favour.
'You deserve it Liam': High praise for Lawson after career-best F1 finish
Kiwi avoids first-lap carnage to finish sixth in Austria, the best of the Red Bull cars.
Homicide investigation launched after alleged attack at South Auckland property
A man died overnight in hospital.
'Not much': $7200 fine for landlords breaching healthy homes standards too low
'Purpose not to deliver healthy homes but to set minimum standards for habitability.'
Battery blaze: Ute fire damages electric vehicle, home in Westmere
Two vehicles went up in flames near a two-storey house.
From the UK to Ngātīmoti: How Noel Edmonds spends his time in NZ
The TV host left stardom behind to run an 800-acre estate by the Motueka River.
'I'm not ashamed': Rape complainant who later had relationship with cop goes public
The IPCA has reopened an inquiry into a complaint against the Christchurch detective.
Phil Gifford: Ian Foster was the worst-treated All Blacks coach of modern era
The unique challenges of Ian Foster and unpicking the biggest myth about the 1971 Lions.
Why Ashley Dascombe's NZ debut was a race to remember
Dascombe praised the trust and opportunity given by Connors at Trentham.
'Deeply troubling': Kiwi NRL veteran suffers seizure after 'run it straight' KO in Dubai
An injury prevention expert says damage to the brain caused seizure of the arms and legs.
Golden 16-metre Buddhist statue set to ‘tower above’ horrified community
Auckland Council art 'loophole' horrifies neighbours as giant golden statue takes shape.
How potential Powerball changes could affect your chances of winning
Current Powerball odds are one in 38 million, potentially changing to one in 57.5 million.
'Bad advice': Hipkins reflects on Labour's Rotorua housing challenges
Hipkins said Labour's next campaign will focus on jobs, health, and homes.
Buddha statue in quiet rural valley
Neighbours are upset Auckland Council approved a 16.5m Buddha statue and plinth to be built in North Auckland's Waiwera Valley. Video / David Fisher, Supplied
William Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's Beethoven 5 captivates audiences
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Northland firefighters face struggles with ageing fleet and delays
Firefighters worry their ageing engine may impact response times.
From humiliation to history: Reliving Auckland City FC's wild ride at Fifa Club World Cup
Auckland City FC's unlikely journey captured the imagination of the global media.
Beetlegeuse triumphs at Ruakākā, tribute to Schick family tragedy
Beetlegeuse wore 10-year-old Jimmy Schick's favourite cap during the race.
Police investigate homicide in Ōtāhuhu
A person has suffered critical injuries following an assault at an accommodation block on Beatty Ave in Ōtāhuhu. Video / NZ Herald
Police hold concerns for two missing Auckland 17-year-olds
The 17-year-old was last seen in Albany on Friday.
Tenant in fight with Kāinga Ora over dogs evicted after repeated abuse
He was repeatedly aggressive towards staff, yelling and telling them to 'f*** off'.
Shark tattoo comes back to bite fake cop in escape bid to Rarotonga
He wanted to start over, but first the long-time conman needed a fake passport.
Kiwi Kai Kara-France beaten in UFC title fight
Kai Kara-France was submitted in his bid to claim the UFC flyweight championship.
Watch: Residents spots orca at Takapuna Beach 'literally' 2m away
One orca was spotted closer to shore, and then another big fin popped up.
Elisabeth Nicholls not the first dementia patient rest homes have lost this year
Miles Vercoe's wife, Amy Vercoe, also went missing from an Auckland rest home in May.
Watch: All Blacks coach talks squad selection on Newstalk ZB
Robertson has named his first squad of the year ahead of the home series against France.
Police release last images of teen at Akl mall now missing six days
Whetu, 17, was last seen at LynnMall with her partner on Tuesday.
The 'Blind Skiwi' chasing Paralympic dreams - On the Up
Thomas Coysh is doing his best to live life to the fullest.
Two people in critical condition after crash in front of Auckland CBD hotel
The car crashed around 2am on Anzac Avenue in the central city.
Melatonin is going to be everywhere. Why aren’t sleep specialists happy about it?
The chances of building up a reliance on melatonin or sleeping pills were high.
On The Up: Comedian Guy Montgomery on golf, guidance and being a step-dad
The Spelling Bee host says success is about doing your best and not being afraid to fail.
Team NZ win apology, settlement over 2020 America's Cup whistleblower affair
The settlement ends five years of legal action, with both sides suing the other.
Pensioner speaks out after charge dropped in Ponsonby CEO road rage case
The 74yo claims he was attacked after their cars 'bumped' on the Northern Motorway.