13-year-old among five arrested in car theft spree north of Christchurch
Police used road spikes to stop the stolen cars in Pegasus.
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Elliott Smith: The ABs selection questions hanging over Super Rugby playoffs
OPINION: Some All Blacks hopefuls are sidelined as their teams missed the playoffs.
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Katrina Bennett: Why Bishop's outburst is totally unlike Whanau's case
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Opinion: The financial puzzle Super Rugby must solve for survival
The Hurricanes lost $2.1m in two years, seeking $1m from shares.
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Thunderstorm warnings across top half of North Island as heavy rain lashes Akl
Warnings of localised flooding, severe gales, waves reaching 6.5 metres and snow.
Paul Lewis: Why NZ's future at No 10 looks bright
OPINION: Young first fives like Josh Jacomb and Ruben Love are impressing in Super Rugby.
Gregor Paul: Why the Chiefs have looked a class above
OPINION: The Chiefs have shown determination after losing the last two Super finals.
Why this winter will be warmer, wetter despite looming cold snap
This winter will be warmer than average, despite a cold snap this weekend.
'Cold air rushing in': Wintry blast to lash NZ, bringing snow, rain and strong winds
Strong wind watches are in place for Auckland, Northland and Bay of Plenty.
How All Black's return to NZ could solve the No 6 dilemma
Former All Blacks loose forward likely to return home and target World Cup.
Review: Sky TV nails First XV return but misses big rugby moment
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Shaun Stevenson confirms departure from Chiefs
The news comes after he sought an immediate release from his NZ contracts in December.
Opinion: Scots College rugby default raises serious concerns
OPINION: St Peter's Cambridge seek first Central North Island title since 2020.
Warm, wet weather to hit NZ before cold snap brings freezing temps
MetService has issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.
'Cry for help': Man's confession exposes dark addiction
Judge Rielly: 'His confession was a cry for help, but doesn't excuse his actions.'
Mo’unga shrugs off broken hand to win Japanese title
The former All Blacks first-five played a key role in the win.
Phil Gifford: Tavatavanawai must be an All Black, despite Highlanders' failure
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Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours
This year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.
Gregor Paul: NZ rugby must tackle its coaching respect issue
OPINION: Assistant coaches should not forget who's the boss.
Analysis: Was the remarkable schoolboy try really against the rules?
ANALYSIS: 'It was not from our playbook,' the Marlborough coach Tonga Taumoefolau says.
'Heart of gold': Super Rugby star's moving tribute to slain teen
Heartbroken family member of homicide victim says rugby hero's gesture was special.
Disgraced eye surgeon gets parole but banned from Canterbury
Ian Dallison was jailed after attempting to murder his landlord in Christchurch in 2022.
Watch: This innovative try is dividing opinion – should it stand?
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Super Rugby Pacific finals permutations
Find out what the best and worst positions your team can finish in Super Rugby Pacific.
'Lasting impact': Māori teen speaks out on beach assault, racial taunts
The court granted permanent name suppression for the offender.
'Painfully relevant': Debate over flag artwork prompts its removal by gallery
The art installation, by Diane Prince, invites people to walk on a New Zealand flag.
'Disgraceful act': Debate ignites over walk-on flag installation, protest begins
Nelson Deputy Mayor defends the art, citing its challenge to the status quo.
Whakatāne homicide: Women accused of killing 8-year-old boy face additional charges
Rickah'Shae Keefe-Haerewa died after an alleged assault in Te Teko in 2024.
Father, son share recovery update after tragic ATV crash that killed 10yo
The accident claimed the life of 10-year-old Jimmy Schick on May 11.