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Avondale Racecourse closure sparks battle over housing, park and market

Avondale Racecourse will close soon. What will it mean for this fringe Auckland suburb?

Andrew Alderson: Black Caps need Duffy, Foulkes to stand up in push for win

OPINION: Playing in their second test matches, the duo will need to lead NZ on day five.

More injuries delay Black Caps as West Indies survive to force final day

The tourists need 319 more runs for a world-record victory, NZ need six wickets to win.

From farm lanes to fast lanes: Rotorua bowlers ready to shine in Christchurch

Rotorua is sending 39 athletes in a 56-strong delegation to Christchurch.

Finance Minister warns global AI bust could trigger NZ’s next shock

Her $9.5b annual debt interest bill mirrors new defence spending commitments.

‘Deep regret': Daycare centre speaks out after children suffer chemical burns

It is believed a chemical detergent for the centre's kitchen steriliser unit was used.

Scott Robertson unfiltered: What's Razor really like?

As results and style falter, fans question if Razor is all froth and no substance.

'Was I an arsehole?': Chris Cairns on cricket, cancer, stroke – and his marriage ending

The sports legend talks frankly to Mark Crysell about his life and hopes for the future.

Andrew Alderson: Black Caps draw, but test cricket remains undefeated

OPINION: The twists and turns of the purest format remain the pinnacle of cricket.

Rating Razor: How the All Blacks coach performed in year two

OPINION: The All Blacks' second season under Scott Robertson failed to meet expectations.

Letters: We don't need a rates cap; What a life sentence to hand to our young

OPINION: Readers hot on the issue of Govt rejecting NZ's emission reduction targets.

Avondale Racecourse closure sparks battle over housing, park and market

Avondale Racecourse will close soon. What will it mean for this fringe Auckland suburb?