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Typical wedding $87,000, wedding planner says

The average cost of a wedding has increased over recent years.

Almost 40% of retail crime not being reported to police

Retail NZ members reported more than 140,000 crime incidents in 2023-2024.

Kea Kids News: En-Locked unlocks stardom at the World Dance Crew Champs

Reporter Angelina is in Auckland, where hip hop crews from all over the world are battling to see who’s the best. Aotearoa group En-Locked is in the house, let’s see how they do!

Why NZ's brightest are heading overseas for university

The number of top achievers going overseas after school is at an all-time high.

Watch live: PM speaks with Hosking after landslide Labor win in Australian election

More overseas deployments are likely with the funding boost.

Markets with Madison: Meet a gold merchant

The Coleman family has been melting down precious metals for more than 40 years. This is the first time they've shared inside their multi-million dollar gold and silver operation.

'Frightening' surge in NZ sextortion with young people targeted

A Netsafe spokesman said there may now be 'call-centre type sextortion operations'.

Why NZ's consent laws for children are under urgent scrutiny

Proposed bill aims to prevent questioning children about consent in court.

'Not a lot of clarity': AI policy guidance divides education sector

The Education Minister doesn't believe the Ministry is giving great guidance.

'Transformative moment': Dame Lisa Carrington backs women's basketball

Her involvement highlights increasing momentum for women's sports in NZ.

Shane Te Pou: We are witnessing the effects of social disunity

OPINION: Key issues include political views, work participation, and economic inequality.

Liam Dann: Are Kiwis about to be hit with an ‘austerity Budget’?

The Finance Minister faces a difficult balancing act with this month's Budget.

$6m Lotto Powerball draw unstruck, trio $333,000 richer

Three players each won $333,333, sharing first division's $1m prize.

Gang funeral procession blocks roads, motorbikes ridden on footpaths, witness says

The funeral is thought to be that of Mongrel Mob life member Nassey August.

Artificial reef project aims to revive Tauranga's marine life

Nine reefs, named Peara, are 13m deep and support marine biodiversity.

Child sex offender persistently asked teen to undress for cash

He continued to show her notes he wrote on his phone asking for indecent acts.

On The Up: 'It never crossed my mind to stop' – Runner's tribute to late friend

Blake Schimanski ran length of NZ to raise $40,000 for mental health charity I Am Hope.

Inside the battle for Labour’s wealth tax

A new generation of party activists is ready to fill David Parker's shoes after his exit.