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Canterbury's aerospace plan aims for $1b industry, 1500 jobs by 2035

Canterbury aims to quadruple its aerospace value to over $1 billion annually by 2035.

'Absolutely unreal': Dive trip inspires young conservationists

The trip to one of the world's best dive spots rewarded the passion of nine Northlanders.

NZ shearers prepare for Scotland's toughest sheep

Toa Henderson and Jack Fagan will tackle blackface sheep at the Lochearnhead Shears.

Te Pāti Māori ‘devastated’ after MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp dies

The Tāmaki Makaurau MP was diagnosed with kidney disease in 2024.

Super Rugby Pacific sees viewership increase

The final was also the most-watched title decider since 2016.

Slip blocks highway as heavy rain and gale-force winds lash NZ

Dunedin was sitting on 16C at 6am, despite usually seeing 11.8C highs at that time of day.

'I just love rugby': ABs coach Scott Robertson rocks up at First XV tournament

NZ's oldest schoolboy rugby tournament is being held in Christchurch for its 99th year.

Editorial: Lotto's allure grows as NZ faces financial challenges

OPINION: Kiwis chase Lotto dreams as cost-of-living pressures mount.

Moana Pasifika's future in doubt as key funding contracts end

Rugby in the red: Moana Pasifika's revenue, loans and losses cast dark cloud over future.

'Significant amount of blood:' Paramedics recount grisly scene in Wellington murder trial

Julia DeLuney is accused of killing her 79-year-old mother Helen Gregory in 2024.

Audrey Young: Rating David Seymour as Acting Prime Minister

OPINION: David Seymour had two reasons to celebrate today.

$13b risk prompts Govt to back controversial bank law change

Banks are to benefit from the controversial decision.

'Good down here': Neighbours shocked after human remains found in front yard

Police have launched an investigation after the shock discovery on Sunday.

AI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lag

New Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.

How Federated Farmers shapes policy for Bay of Plenty farmers

Brent Mountfort leads Federated Farmers in advocating for 500 members on rural issues.

Wellington homeowner uncovers human remains in their garden

Police have launched an investigation after a Wellington homeowner uncovered human remains in their garden. Video / Ethan Manera

Napier Port rejects union claim it is 'selectively suspending' workers

'Disruptive' industrial action under way as higher pay sought for about 185 port workers.

Council working to keep gifted farm free from wastewater

Pain Farm was originally gifted for sports and playground use in 1932.