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Family mourns NZ woman killed by elephant on Zambia safari
A farewell for Alison Taylor is planned for August 15 in Wellington.
Daughter accused of killing mother says she delayed calling 111 out of fear she'd 'be blamed'
'I was scared ... scared I was gonna get blamed for letting her go up to the roof.'
Why All Blacks changed selection tactics for French rematch
From bold and brave to pick and stick, the All Blacks must repay the faith in Wellington.
Ruby Tui earns Black Ferns recall for final test before World Cup
Five players were unavailable for selection in the final test before the World Cup.
Waipareira Trust battles deregistration in High Court over charity status
The High Court heard Waipareira's judicial review in May; a ruling is pending.
Savea named captain; All Blacks make three changes for second test
The only changes in the starting line-up have been made due to injuries.
Opinion: Bolters and certainties in Black Ferns' World Cup squad race
Jorja Miller and Risi Pouri-Lane have transitioned smoothly from sevens rugby.
The farm babysitter: 'You are human, you are allowed to have a break'
Phil Thornhill is putting his skills to use and offering farmers a chance to holiday.
The challenge the All Blacks face ahead of second French test
Assistant coach Scott Hansen outlined several areas of improvement for the All Blacks.
Kiwi killed by elephant 'an inspiration' for community, farewell planned for next month
Alison Taylor, 67, died in Zambia alongside relative Easton Janet Taylor, 68.
Fresh school holiday measles scare as infected people visit supermarket, library
All three confirmed cases had recently travelled overseas.
'Near-hypothermic': Tramper and dog winched to safety from freezing Tararua Range
The frozen tramper raised the alarm after taking shelter under a large rock with icicles.
British, Asian, Kiwis inquire about buying Cardrona Hotel
The Queenstown Lakes District Council values the main site of land and buildings at $5.4m.
'Unrelenting': Unions tell Supreme Court Uber imposes 'intensive' control over drivers
The Supreme Court is considering whether drivers are employees or contractors.
NZ's 'light touch' AI strategy raises eyebrows among experts
Critics say the strategy lacks timelines, deliverables and measurable goals.
'The pressure can consume you': Billy Proctor's All Blacks balancing act
'I back myself as a player, as people in this environment do, and that’s why they’re here'
Calls to close NZ's largest orange roughy fishery
Group says Chatham Rise orange roughy fishery is 'past the brink' of collapse.
The secret sauce of the bar named NZ's best
'I’ve always wanted to be called an institution – that’s my goal.'
Wellington Opera brings historic tale of Rotorua soldier to life
The opera 'Mate Ururoa' tells Captain Roger Dansey's true story.
Cops claim Kiri Allan told police she wrote the law, grabbed shrubs during arrest
New police documents claim Allan refused to accept the court summons served on her.
Man charged after 4WD rams police car during traffic stop
A 44-year-old will appear in Manukau District Court on multiple charges.
Taxpayers' Union, Māori data scientist among Regulatory Standards Bill submitters
Tania Waikato criticised the bill as a threat to democracy, highlighting safety issues.
'Hard to understand': Candidate on council's $5m water meter plan
Alison Amboy says water metering decision by council left many surprised.
‘Give it our all’: How Napier City Rovers' season hangs on crucial matches ahead
Winning run needed for Napier City Rovers to secure National League spot.
CCTV footage shows what daughter did in the wake of allegedly murdering her mother
Her actions included discarding a rubbish bag and replacing her false nails.
Health NZ backs down on proposal to cut maternity and gynaecology beds
The trial aimed to ease emergency department overcrowding by reallocating beds.
Court reveals mystery of missing phone in Erin Patterson murder trial
Ian Wilkinson survived the lunch, spending more than a month in hospital.
'Unprecedented' changes around Antarctic have implications for NZ
Sea ice around Antarctica is in 'terminal decline', say scientists.
Gregor Paul: How the All Blacks will deal with Scott Barrett's injury
OPINION: Patrick Tuipulotu will replace Barrett, offering experience and leadership.
World Cup winners Ruby Tui and Krystal Murray join Black Ferns camp
The pair are now in the squad as injury cover ahead of the side's last pre-World Cup test.
Uber grilled in Supreme Court on the status of its drivers
Ruling has the potential to affect others in the gig economy.
All Blacks v France second test: All you need to know
All you need to know as Scott Robertson’s side take on France in Wellington.
All Blacks captain ruled out for remainder of French series
Scott Barrett left the field 57 minutes into the win over France in Dunedin.