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Why Ashley Dascombe's NZ debut was a race to remember

Dascombe praised the trust and opportunity given by Connors at Trentham.

Editorial: 'What's your poison?' Dry July a lone voice in the swill

OPINION: Dry July's low buy-in highlights our aversion to moderation.

'Substantial' damage: Flood recovery efforts ramp up in Nelson-Tasman

Residents are urged to remain cautious after weekend flooding in Nelson-Tasman.

Elisabeth Nicholls not the first dementia patient rest homes have lost this year

Miles Vercoe's wife, Amy Vercoe, also went missing from an Auckland rest home in May.

Watch: All Blacks coach talks squad selection on Newstalk ZB

Robertson has named his first squad of the year ahead of the home series against France.

The 'Blind Skiwi' chasing Paralympic dreams - On the Up

Thomas Coysh is doing his best to live life to the fullest.

'The truth always comes out': Victim confronts rapist

She struggled to understand how he got any enjoyment from what he had done to her.

Ranfurly Shield-winning prop retires at 28 due to 'head knocks'

Joel Hintz's proudest moment was lifting the Log o' Wood as his side arrived in Napier.

Staying local? Here’s what’s hot in New Zealand

All eyes on Aotearoa this week.

'My neck crackled when I moved': Paralysed league player's goal to walk after ill-fated tackle

Ben Stowers succumbed to a horrific injury during a pre-season rugby league match.

The greatest Lions in rugby history ranked

OPINION: The 1971 Lions team is the only one to win a series in New Zealand.

‘Every f***ing year’: Marlborough residents survey damage to flooded township

An Air Force Unimog was used to evacuate 20 stranded people at Para Swamp.

Snow dump hits alpine passes, tornado smashes century-old villa

MetService warns severe weather will continue, with more thunderstorms on the horizon.

'Uber in the sky': Can competing gondolas fix Queenstown's traffic woes?

Two $200m-plus aerial transit proposals are promising a unique fix.

Inside the new luxury eatery blending Central Otago's history and cuisine

Fine dining restaurant is a nod to gold mining history and Chinese immigrants of the area.

Tennis romance? Raducanu and Alcaraz spark rumours with unexpected pairing

Both players dismiss dating rumours, enjoying a strong friendship.

Eleven homes damaged by overnight tornado as the south braces for snow dumps

Icy temperatures and inland snow are forecast for holiday spots on Sunday.

Mt Eden prison inmate dies after 'incident': Corrections, police and coroner launch probes

Police are investigating and have notified the man’s next of kin.