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Phoenix claim famous win over Wrexham

Luke Flowerdew's goal secured a 1-0 win for the hosts over the touring Welsh club.

'Delighted': Former Phoenix defender seals record move to Wrexham

But sadly for fans, Liberato Cacace isn't playing in today's friendly clash in Wellington.

‘Been fantastic’: Wellington restauranteur expands empire amid sector struggles

The 34-year-old believes the city is starting to feel 'brighter'.

The cost of dying: Why one in two Kiwis will go into debt to pay for funerals

Death doulas and water cremation offer alternative funeral options.

Tasman truffle farm weathers storm to supply top restaurants

Supply is down but 76-year-old Riwaka truffle farmer is not out following Friday's deluge.

'Experience, not noise': Diane Calvert joins Wellington mayoralty race

A few weeks ago, Calvert said she wouldn't run for mayor. She's changed her mind.

'Hunt you down': Former 'shock jock' admits Ford Ranger assault

He asked that his name remain secret, citing cancel culture. But two judges declined.

Not enough babies: Cost and careers affect NZ's birth rate

The global fertility rate to maintain the human population is now 2.7 children per woman.

Oldest living All Black's longevity advice: 'Keep fit, or you’ll lose it all'

His record with the All Blacks will forever remain a 100% win rate.

Khandallah murder accused interrupts Crown closing with loud outburst

Julia DeLuney is accused of murdering her elderly mother in her Khandallah home last year.

'Real effects on community': Police warn as poachers face court

Police stress the importance of having a firearms licence and permission to hunt.

Stanford announces two new Akl school locations, $120m for classrooms at 24 campuses

Two new schools are to be built, in Pōkeno and Chapel Downs.

All Blacks v France: Where the game will be won and why Love is the key

Liam Napier analyses where the third match could be won and lost.

Clothing store’s vote of confidence in capital's struggling economy

The premium menswear retailer has expanded while others nearby have shut up shop.

'Pyrrhic victory': Waipareira Trust wins legal point but fails to quash charity deregistration notice

The Waipareira Trust argued the Charities Board was improperly constituted.