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Richard Prebble: Why the kiwi dollar has been slammed
Without a balanced budget and higher OCR, we're on the same path as Turkey or the UK.
Harassment case: The tourist obsessed with her ex-boss - judge overturns conviction
Sand-duning accident led to mental ill-health and obsession, says appeal judge.
Explainer: Putin cornered and sending in 'cannon fodder' - will he go nuclear?'
Putin's mobilisation of troops is unlikely to improve Russia's fortunes says expert.
The Data Set: Figuring out GDP is like the world's biggest Sudoku
The Data Set is a new fortnightly column exploring the data that affects our lives.
He was adopted by an abusive stepdad in 1957. 65 years later, he's returned to his birth family
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Juha Saarinen: Why crypto currencies are a fatally flawed concept
It's esoteric and geeky, and also supremely inelegant and inefficient.
Can you really get a summer body in six weeks?
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Mayoral hopefuls face off in Christchurch: Objectives and aims outlined
Mayoral hopefuls face off at live debate in Christchurch
Rhys Jones: Vote for your health's sake
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Realtors fined for 'misleading' listing that meant new owners had to sell
The 'four-bedroom' house actually only had two consented rooms.
Cooking the Books podcast: Is renting dead money?
It's not necessarily wasting your money to "pay off someone else's mortgage".
Hundreds queue for Costco opening day; shoppers hoping for bargains
Westgate operation different from others in 828 places: boss shows off what's novel.
'Disservice to our young people': Consent and relationships programme funding axed
One health teacher has described the ACC decision as 'disappointing and frustrating'.
My street's sewage-filled pothole reminds me of our mayoral race
The pothole was first raised as an issue in February and was fixed only last week.
Dad's heart-touching tribute after son dies in tree-climbing accident
He described his son as "the most incredible little man"
Thomas Coughlan: The three obvious lessons from latest poll
OPINION: The next election looks set to be a grubby drag race, on the latest poll.
A Baywatch Bachelor takes over Celebrity Treasure Island
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'You're a monster': Man who claimed sex with 12yo was consensual jailed
'Removed from reality': Rapist wants to reunite with victim after he's released.
Arrest video referred to IPCA amid claims of police brutality
Police are reviewing the actions of the officers involved in the incident.
Putin's nuclear threat: What US means when it says 'catastrophic consequences'
Should Russians use nuclear weapons, what are options for any retaliation from the West?
Top racing star cops lengthy riding ban after death of jockey, actions ruled reckless
The jockey's lawyers say there's no punishment that would outweigh his own torment.
Six words that sparked conwoman's downfall
One investor tells a court of the chance meeting that brought down Melissa Caddick.
Inland Revenue and Treasury oppose build-to-rent property tax break
Govt advised exempting built-to-rent sector from tax rule was unnecessary and unfair.
Fire risk fears: Apartment owners, Argosy suing aluminium panel makers, suppliers
Claddings now mostly removed from buildings at centre of court case.
Christchurch mayoral debate - Mauger vs Meates in battle for votes
David Meates and Phil Mauger will each make their case for why they should get the job.
Air NZ blames inaccurate data for turbulent launch of New York flights
Fifteen customers had to agree to take alternative flights to lighten the load.
NZ a republic - not on my watch says Luxon
There is no mood for change right now, most politicians agree.
14 young people arrested after recent smash and grabs
Defendants will appear in the Auckland District and in youth courts.
Costco countdown: Fans plan to camp out ahead of opening day
Big-box retailer is expected to draw crowds and traffic mayhem on opening day.
Aussie cricket star rushed to hospital hours after arrest
Multiple emergency calls were allegedly made to report a breach of his bail conditions.
Gregor Paul: Why Foster should demote fringe All Blacks
Roger Tuivasa-Scheck is not currently a World Cup-calibre selection, but could be.