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'Getting ready to go with Labour again': Seymour reacts to Peters' bombshell

Winston Peters has promised to repeal the two-day-old Regulatory Standards Act.

From ashes to renewal: How Tongariro’s blackened slopes could heal themselves

The fire scorched 3000ha, about 4% of Tongariro National Park.

'Screaming got louder': Police launch homicide investigation after Waikanae death

One neighbour told RNZ he heard raised voices and what sounded like gunshots.

'He's been awesome': Santner transforms into Black Caps' perfect finisher

Already a world class bowler, the NZ skipper has become a match-winner with the bat.

'Every shot is a story of survival': Kiwi winners in conservation contest

Tasman’s Nic Wooding was an Oceania winner with her glowing study of a velvet mushroom.

Women pack a punch at Hastings Giants' 10-year milestone

A once boys-only boxing academy now thrives as talented young women reshape its future.

Letters: Why is it the ABs can’t help themselves?

OPINION: Local boards are a luxury level of local government, argues one reader.

'Treated unfairly': Former top cop resigned after criticism over McSkimming welfare check

Commissioner Richard Chambers criticised Tania Kura over McSkimming welfare visit.

Teaching Council probe sparked by claims public funds spent with firm run by CEO's husband

Education Minister immediately referred allegations to Public Service Commission.