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'Just hoping I'd get home': Passenger describes aborted landing on bumpy flight
Bumpy flight for basketball boss: 'This one was one of the worst'.
'A real boost': Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch celebrating summer of success
One city saw a visitor spend of more than $30 million over the 2024-25 summer.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of North Island
Wild weather in the south looks to be improving, with northern areas in the firing line.
Heavy rain moves north as wet weather system crosses New Zealand
MetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind watches for the middle of the country.
Patients ‘suffering’ after 1500 treated in corridors over 36 days at an Auckland ED
Staff report a significant risk to patients' health – and even their lives.
Minister defends new benefit sanctions coming into force
Beneficiaries face having half of their benefit restricted to certain spending.
Five players win almost $50k each in Lotto Second Division – where were tickets sold?
A Porirua winner has claimed a $17.2 million Lotto Powerball prize.
'Stay away from the jocks': Male National MPs conduct outfit checks in support of Nicola Willis
National MP Mike Butterick was careful to stop his caucus members from showing too much.
Moana Pasifika primed for biggest game in history against Hurricanes
Moana Pasifika must beat the Hurricanes to qualify for the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.
Think you don’t like opera? Let La boheme change your mind
Reasons include: 'More drama than Shortland St' and 'It's basically Love Actually'.
Pedestrian critically injured in crash police suspect was intentional
'Early indications are the crash was intentional.'
Nelson and McDougal shine with double victory at Te Rapa
Taika secured a win in the Jones Trucking Hurdle, marking his fourth hurdle victory.
'A beautiful thing': 60 years of the Aotearoa Music Awards and why they remain vital
NZ music stars and industry experts reflect on 60 years of the AMAs.
Letters: Te Pāti Māori hold Parliament in contempt
OPINION: The business of democracy only works if everyone abides by the rules.
Billionaire Hart family backs fundraiser for friend with rare disorder
Flynn Mitchell's friends are raising funds to find a cure for rare Friedreich's Ataxia.
Melbourne Victory overturn deficit to eliminate Auckland FC
The Black Knights' dream is over.
Lotto Powerball: Are you going to feel richer after tonight's draw?
Time to check your numbers for tonight's multimillion-dollar Lotto Powerball draw.
Highlights from the last days of the New Zealand International Comedy Festival
The NZ International Comedy Festival is under way in Auckland and Wellington.
In the money: Punter claims massive $17.2 million Lotto Powerball prize
This marks the ninth Powerball multimillionaire in New Zealand this year.
Rain, wind and thunder on the way as front sweeps in from the Tasman
MetService has issued safety warnings and advice before bad weather hits NZ on Sunday.
Hurricanes jump into top four with win over Reds
The win means the Hurricanes have secured a spot in the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.
‘Proven success in conflict zones’ - Tauranga drone maker Syos wins Hi-Tech Company of the Year
Peter Beck named Flying Kiwi.
Former top cop 'strongly denies' acting inappropriately over firearms licences
Police Minister Mark Mitchell says the police commissioner is 'looking into the matter'.
Government changes tikanga course rules in law schools
Labour is uncomfortable with the Government's approach to the issue.
'Senseless vandalism': Group cause $75k damage after sneaking on to airport runway
The men damaged an Air Chathams plane and runway lights while driving on the runway.
Have you seen Michael? Police, family fear for missing Wellington man
He was last seen on CCTV in Petone on Monday.
Do not pass Go: Farmer, 75, must report to jail after losing appeal
Warren Koberstein was convicted of severe animal cruelty offences.
Regional revival as retail activity rises 0.8% across the March quarter
Almost all industries had their activity rise, although hardware did decline.
Three apartment developments first to get approval for Crown underwrites worth $75.5m
Crown entity backs the projects, agreeing to buy units if they aren't sold on completion.
Gamer turned soldier: 20yo Kiwi with no army experience is fighting in Ukraine
A young Wellington man is serving in Ukraine's Ground Forces.
KiwiSaver changes 'a burden' for small businesses and self-employed
Wonky Box's Angus Simms says KiwiSaver changes will affect cashflow.
'Going to be a lot harder': Best Start payment shifts spark concern among new parents
The Best Start payment will now be means-tested for all three years.
'Relentless growth': Region's innovators make strong showing in tech awards
Bay of Plenty has six finalists in the NZ Hi-Tech Awards.