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ACC crackdown: Insurer commits to 'ambitious' targets to cut claims growth

State insurer eyes people receiving long-term compo.

Stephen Hoyle to swap NZ amateur league football for pro A-League

The A-League job is the next step in the Kiwi footballer's career as a head coach.

Prominent New Zealander due in court on serious charges

The high-profile defendant's case is heavily suppressed.

'Good horse on his day': Key runners ready as premiership race heats up

Love Leigh, a former northern filly, will debut for Dennis in a 1200m race at Ashburton.

'He's been good': Wilson's vision for Jerricoop taking shape

English rider Joshua Parker will continue his partnership with Jerricoop.

'Makes a lot of sense': Bioeconomy Science Institute's new HQ

The decision comes as the science sector overhaul came into effect on Tuesday.

Noble false widow spider establishes itself in New Zealand

One of the world’s most invasive arachnids is thriving in urban areas in Aotearoa.

Council confirms cost of new parking system after Ombudsman intervenes

The council initially refused to reveal the cost, citing commercial sensitivity.

Foodstuff supermarkets face salad shortages as storm delivers 'logistical hit'

Spinach, mesclun and other salad greens are currently in limited supply.

Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai “Tarsh” Kemp moved to burial ground

Takutai Moana Natasha "Tarsh" Kemp died, aged 50, after battling kidney disease.

Data show more Kiwis struggling to pay bills, behind on mortgage payments

Those most affected by financial hardship are aged between 35 and 49.

Plumbing World parent reports $8.2m loss as construction downturn hits revenue

It's the second loss in a row for the business after posting a $6.37m loss in 2024.

Peters opens door to part-privatisation of ferries, but doesn't want to walk through it

Cabinet has agreed to explore part-privatisation once the ferries arrive.

New virtual health service launches with fees up to $99 per visit

Patients under 14 or Community Services Card holders are eligible for subsidies.

'I was in tears': Girls speak about being targeted by NZ predator posing as child online

The girls were targeted by a Wellington man posing as an 11-year-old girl online.

Tech Insider: Consumer NZ wants 3G phone refund; Council on Amazon site pause

Plus: Government names AI advisory panel. AWS NZ exec flips to opposition.

Longer sentences for ‘coward’s punch’ and Wellington CBD street closed | NZ Herald Afternoon Update

Longer sentences for ‘coward’s punch’, burst water pipe closes street, and jury deliberates on mushroom poisoning case.

'Multiple blows to the head': Victim died after she was hit while standing, possibly with a vase

The court heard there was blood in several parts of Helen Gregory's Khandallah home.