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Renowned Auckland heart surgeon who saved hundreds in Fiji dies at 64

Dr Parma Nand regularly travelled to Fiji to perform heart surgeries for free.

From Mar-a-Lago dinner to global teardown: Gates rattled by Trump's threat

New York Times: Bill Gates faces challenges as Donald Trump cuts global health funding.

Bill Gates reveals how much of his fortune his kids will really inherit

Most of his wealth will go to charity through the Gates Foundation.

Dame Trelise Cooper – inside her heartfelt mission

The 67-year-old's upbringing has given her a unique understanding of life.

Dame Theresa Gattung: Burned out and on the brink, here’s what kept her going

She's been through the wringer, but the business titan isn't giving up without a fight.

Aga Khan, leader of Ismaili Muslims, dies aged 88

An announcement of his designated successor is expected.

Dame Lydia Ko and honours for former All Blacks coaches and My Food Bag founders

Champion golfer among six new dames and knights.

Knighted: Billionaire philanthropist Sir Ted Manson

'Mum’s kindness has allowed me to be the person I am today. She guided and loved me.'

Knighthood for lifetime of Waikato community leadership: Sir John Gallagher

Sir John Gallagher is particularly proud of his work with Habitat for Humanity Hamilton.

Jarden Wealth Weekly: How your wealth and inheritance can make the world better

OPINION: Responsible investment is not just about charity.

Buffett ditches Gates; vast wealth to be donated to new foundation upon death

Financial Times: Billionaire investor ends nearly two decades of gifts to Gates Foundaton.

Perfect gift for the town with everything - an ambulance

The generous donation is a way of saying thanks to the town that's been kind to them.

Melinda French Gates resigns as co-chair of Gates Foundation

Financial Times: Decision to leave comes three years after divorce from Bill Gates.

'Incredibly generous': Farmer gifts 103ha with panoramic coastal views for regional park

The generous gift has been called a rarity and 'true legacy' for the Bay of Plenty.

Million-dollar donor's long wait for sports centre almost over

Philanthropist says he will be more excited once a construction contract has been signed.