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‘Golden opportunity missed’: Why Auckland’s America’s Cup hopes sank without Govt backing

Team NZ needed $150 million, with half expected from Government support.

Woolworths wins consent for giant $213m land deal in Christchurch

Overseas Investment Office approval comes day after Govt announces supermarket crack-down.

Health NZ to cut more than $200m from its contractor and consultant spend

Health New Zealand has been using contractors to fill vacancies.

Wellington hospo leader says restaurants need to charge more to survive

Asher Boote's Thorndon restaurant Daisy's will serve its final meals tonight.

Myanmar deadly earthquake, health sector woes, Australian election begins | NZ Herald News Update

A devastating earthquake shook Myanmar and surrounding countries late last night. The NZ health sector continues to struggle, Israel continues bombing Israel despite ceasefire.

Bill English on fixing the health system - and the Auckland iwi leading the way

The former Prime Minister thinks there are plenty of ways to improve performance.

Cabinet blocks Bishop's plan to zone for 540,000 new Auckland homes

Housing Minister Chris Bishop's audacious proposal for new housing was overruled.

Kāinga Ora sells up state houses in Auckland’s wealthy suburbs

Kāinga Ora said it's been waiting on final building approval from Auckland Council.

Richard Prebble: How I would fix the free school lunch programme

OPINION: Give the money to the schools and make them responsible for making decisions.

Developer taking $100m Karangahape Rd building plans to Environment Court

Developer hopes the court may hear case this winter and overturn the original decision.

Chris Bishop v Auckland Council commissioners on K Rd rejection: ‘Insanity ... total nonsense’

The plans failed to meet tests under the RMA, the commissioners' report said.

Number of Kiwis on benefit has jumped up by 22,000 - the size of these NZ towns

The minister says an increase was expected but an expert warns of tough times ahead.

Letters: Rassie Erasmus is a rugby coaching giant

OPINION: South African Rugby is one of the finest examples of the success of a diversity.

Liam Dann: Can the economy recover in time to save Luxon?

OPINION: Economists say the recovery is under way but the public aren't feeling it yet.

South Africa revised budget gets booed despite smaller tax hike

Tax announcement booed by several MPs as new coalition put to the test.

Why $155m Whānau Ora shake-up has left many in shock

New agencies will replace them in July, two in the North Island.