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Josh Emett and the eclair that became an icon

It’s been an Onslow signature menu item since day one. Now, Josh Emett’s famous crayfish eclair has clawed its way into the Iconic Auckland Eats Top 100 list. Video / Alyse Wright

Crusaders playmaker confirms departure after Super Rugby Pacific final

James O'Connor will be looking to depart as a champion when the Crusaders host the Chiefs.

‘Don’t expect explosion’: Stanford on whether visa change could lead to migrant influx

There's no cap on the new visa, with up to 10,000 applications expected per year.

Global giants Real Madrid set to run a football camp in Auckland

Coaches will fly in from Spanish capital to work with Kiwi players.

Northland's six-month weather rollercoaster: Cyclones, droughts, floods

Cyclone Tam left 24,000 Northland homes without power on April 17.

Burning Auckland supermarket one of NZ’s most profitable

The store is one of the most profitable and popular in Foodstuffs' North Island co-op.

Why Te Arawa's marae relay is becoming a community staple

The event returned after halting in the 1990s due to high traffic costs.

'Perfect chance': Homeowner's Matariki lightshow a new tradition for Napier

'It gets dark at 5pm. It’s a perfect chance for parents to bring their kids.'

Why Kiwi businesses are cautiously optimistic about the future

This year, 52% of businesses plan to increase investment, up from 46% last year.

Security expert acknowledges theft risk at radioactive waste site

The facility stores radioactive waste near NZDF assets in Manawatu.

'Sacrilege': Family anger over theft from Dargaville grave

The $2000 koru was sawn off Michael Mudford’s headstone.

South Island's largest supermarket to open early and under $50m

The store, at 8100sq m, is the largest retail outlet in the South Island.

Kea Kids News: “Burnouts on the dairy farm? Heck yeah!”

Reporter Jahvarn is in Te Aroha where a local dairy farmer is giving the kids and the cows a show with a wild burnout competition. Video / Kea Kids News

'Sharp instincts': $7.5m meth haul intercepted by Customs

Customs seized 25kg of meth at Auckland Airport from a US flight.

Market close: Tourism Holdings jumps 57.5% on buyout offer

Comvita shares fall 7% after mānuka honey company forecasts a net loss of more than $20m.

Kiwi fans miss out as broadcasters skip Women's Euros coverage

The tournament starts on July 3 in Switzerland and is streaming in 138 countries.

Why Matariki has become one of NZ's most meaningful public holidays

Matariki falls on Friday, June 20, with events throughout the weekend.

Pharmac makes funding U-turn over patches for menopause treatment

Patients will be able to use one of two brands of HRT patch, but availability may vary.