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'Too young': Aunt mourns ex-Akl couple killed in Air India crash
The couple didn't get a chance to enjoy the life they dreamed of, says NZ-based relative.

Minister announces law changes to focus health system on results
Govt set to introduce legislation for 'improving health outcomes' in the coming weeks.

Repco NZ pays $123m dividend amid surging profits
Repco's profits have doubled to $30m since 2019.

'Deep, deep hole': Kiwibank economists call for more OCR cuts
Economists expect a 25bp cut next month or in August, with another by year-end.

Woman avoids jail after 'falling in love' with friend's 15yo son
Judge: 'You were very anxious to find love in a real relationship. He provided it'.

'Far out, she's gorgeous': All Black and doctor share romantic proposal
Brad Weber and his fiancee plan to wed in New Zealand.

St Bernard dog feared dead in Lyttelton blaze found alive
The dog was feared dead after three neighbouring homes caught fire yesterday.

'My heart goes out': Cafe feeds homeless with pay it forward meals
Each week on Koha Monday the cafe offers free meals, funded by a 'pay it forward' system.

Parents gaming system as top Auckland schools close rolls to out-of-zone pupils
Some schools have hired private investigators to identify 'fraudulent' applications.

'I'm not doing this': Ardern reflects on life captured on film
The life of NZ's former Prime Minister, who is a leader, a mother, and a wife.

Indian aviation’s close connection with NZ and student pilots
Hundreds of student pilots will need support after the crash, aviation leader says.

Hit-and-run accused banned from CBD after incident near night market
The incident occurred near the Rotorua Night Market on June 5.

Protest bound for Parliament today as projected prisoner numbers soar
The prison population is expected to reach nearly 14,000 in a decade.

Dawn Aerospace sells its first spaceplane – what the US buyer paid
The Aurora can reach 100km altitude, achieving three minutes of microgravity.

The best cosy cabins in New Zealand for a winter getaway
There’s no better time to go off-grid than in the midst of a New Zealand winter.

The lawyer, the horse magazine and ex-TVNZ news chief's evidence – court orders retrial
Defamation jury should not have heard expert evidence of Bill Ralston, says court.

10 Kiwis lose $100k each to scams within three months
The first quarter of the year was the second-highest for online financial losses.

‘A silly decision’: Safety advocate Sterling Maxwell on drinking and driving under 20
Maxwell emphasises the importance of rangatahi driving safely and responsibly.

Favouritism v loyalty in $75k Waikato Steeples
'I can't tip against The Cossack': Nelson's heartfelt admission.

Ute rockets onto Ngauranga Gorge during rush hour, clipping car
The ute careens out of the off-ramp onto Ngauranga Gorge, clipping a car travelling on SH1. Video / Luke Drabble

Social media hacks targeting KiwiSaver hardship claims on the rise
Over $389 million was withdrawn for financial hardship between July 2024 and April 2025.