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Autistic 12yo banned from NZ: Thousands urge for exception to reunite family
Arianna's mum, a New Zealand resident, has remained in the Philippines to look after her.
'It's been rough' says truckie involved in crash that killed four teens
The death of four teenage boys last week has devastated the local Southland community.
Inside Auckland's battle over booze: Where and when people can buy alcohol
The tooth and nail fight over liquor licensing rules.
Simon Wilson: Why electric vehicles will not save the planet
EVs will be the future of cars but they can't be the future of cities.
'Worst humiliation in club's history': Warriors' Anzac shocker
At AAMI Park on Monday night, just about everything went wrong for the Warriors
DWTS shock elimination: A kiss, a spell and a millionaire-maker goes home
Our first celeb has been eliminated from the ballroom and was done wrong by the public.
Controversy after Paraparaumu Anzac Day service 'hijacked' by group
"...the actions of a few were clearly unacceptable."
Netflix cancels in-production titles after subscriber loss
Netflix cancels a raft of new shows after stock price plunge.
Boris Johnson distances himself from 'perverted' claims about Labour deputy's 'Basic Instinct' ploy
The PM's letter comes amid backlash over a 'perverted smear' against Labour deputy leader.
Opinion: Four words that reveal Prince Harry's royal plan
Harry might have revealed more than he bargained for.
Drive to the airport in your own Endeavour Space Shuttle
It has seen 200k on wheels but as for the flight time, it's still brand new.
Port worker dies as coal loaded onto ship at Lyttelton
'I wish to express my deep sadness and condolences to the family' - port boss.
Man charged with murder; family mourns 'the most beautiful soul'
Chad of Ngāpuhi is survived by his son Tatum-Reign, and remembered as a proud Dad.
I will soon migrate to NZ as part of an experiment. Here's why I'll invest in the country
There isn't any place on earth with more opportunity than Aotearoa, writes Doug Steiner.
Newstalk ZB host Bruce Russell remembered for his devilish humour
He was the voice that commanded the room's attention, says one radio host.
Flight Centre to Govt: Time to start trusting the experts
Opinion: The travel industry was better placed to handle MIQ booking systems than MBIE.
Bizarre detail exposed about Amber Heard's online support
A strange detail has emerged about the actress's army of supporters on social media.
Blake Lively stuns at Gigi Hadid's star-studded birthday party
The mother-of-three showed off her incredible figure in a fuchsia pink mini dress.
Chris Rattue: Why Lisa Carrington's Kiwi rival is getting stiffed
OPINION: We are at a potential changing of the guard point in NZ kayaking.
Man dies in 'water incident' at Piha in West Auckland
Emergency services were called at 8.15am.
Family bach feud: 'I went through friggin' hell for years... I couldn't just walk away'
Sibling who took his brothers to court says he didn't think he would lose.
'What he decides to do is insane': Bill Hader on the new season of Barry
Exclusive: We also talk to co-star Henry Winkler about fishing in NZ.
'Inimitable personality': Beloved Newstalk ZB host Bruce Russell dies
Russell "brought joy to audiences for many years".
'It's brutal': Commentator's shock as racer dies in crash at Palmerston North speedway
Emergency services were called to the track at around 6.15pm last night.
Live: Anzac Cove service - Gallipoli 'touched every corner of our land'
Former Governor-General and Defence Chief Sir Jerry Matapaere pays tribute to all Anzacs.
The war was over but dad and his friends were still suffering
Mere Montgomery nee Meanata shares poems she wrote about her dad and his every day war,
'It's crazy': Timber boss can't find 30 staff - production lost
'A bit scary' Forestry log exporters watching NZ dollar closely.
Māori Battalion whānau urged to apply for war medals
The last surviving member of the 28th Maori Battalion wants whānau to honour his mates.
The kiwi: What do we know about our national bird?
Frank Film looks at what makes the bird so special, and so worth protecting.
Sideswipe: Where is Jessica Mutch McKay?
A daily column looking at humorous, satirical and simply strange news.
Mum, two babies killed: Coroner calls for national review of country intersections
Widespread rural intersection review recommended after mum, babies killed in crash.
Anzac Day: 'Terrified' parents at memorial to son's death
Parents of one of three flyers killed tell of harrowing journey over past 12 years.