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New All Blacks squad: The four rookies who could get call-up
As many as four rookies could force their way into Scott Robertson's All Blacks squad.

Super Rugby final player ratings: One All Black picked the worst time to disappoint
Opinion: Which players made their case for All Blacks selection?

Kiwi chef reveals most surprising foodie region in Aotearoa
The chef chats to Herald Travel about unforgettable foodie experiences in Aotearoa.

Nadine Higgins: Alternative ways to get on the property ladder
Prices and interest rates have fallen, offering a window to buy homes now.

Liam Napier: Super Rugby final redemption and agony in equal measures
OPINION: Sport, with its fine margins such as this, can be beautiful and brutal.

Crusaders claim Super Rugby Pacific title
The Crusaders saw off the Chiefs in a physical encounter in Christchurch.

Ex-All Black tells of surviving 'terminal' cancer and battling brother for black jersey
At 15, Greg Cooper was told he had only six months to live.

Victor Rodger's play Black Faggot, was groundbreaking - how relevant is it today?
'I forbade my mother from seeing it. There's a lot of sex talk in the show.'

Liam Napier: Where the Chiefs could edge the Crusaders in Super Rugby final
OPINION: Breaking down just where the decider can be won.

Ranking every Super Rugby final from worst to best
Where will Saturday's final eventually rank amongst the annals?

Smoke from plane at Christchurch Airport, fluid leak suspected
Firefighters responded shortly before 9am on Friday.

Exclusive: Claims NZR tried to discourage Ardie Savea joining Moana Pasifika
Investigation reveals financial hurdles and resistance the star overcame to lead Moana.

50 years on the ice: How an Olympic gold medal kickstarted a couple's business
Ross and Nell Blong’s family has run ice rinks and skates business for 50 years.

'Put out the welcome mat': South Island sees surge in North Island migrants
Figures show 85,575 people live in the South Island who lived in the North Island in 2018.

Alleged Auckland drug kingpin hiding in Mexico, police believe
Andre James faces new drug charges after skipping NZ before he could be arrested in 2019.

Elliott Smith: McMillan's record adds pressure to Chiefs' big game
OPINION: Clayton McMillan faces a potential fourth final loss in five years tomorrow.

Harness racing rarities: Kiwi trotters take on Aussie challenges
American Me, a Canterbury pacer, will be racing at Auckland’s Alexandra Park tonight.

Mike Thorpe: Are the Crusaders the world's most successful pro sports franchise of all time?
OPINION: Mike Thorpe argues the numbers suggest that they are.

Hate skiing? Try these snow-free winter adventures in NZ instead
If you need a break from the slopes or don’t fancy a ski, there’s still a lot to do this.

Man broke into office, had a coffee then stole two company cars worth $110k
The two NZME cars sported signwriting to advertise the company's radio stations.

Watch: Police release new CCTV of missing Christchurch pensioner
The family of Elisabeth Nicholls and police are concerned for her wellbeing.