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Road cone hotline for public to report excessive cone use launches today.
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Media fight to report nature of top cop's alleged objectionable material
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'Silence by Māori': Shane Jones calls out Ngāpuhi leaders after child's death
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Olympic champ and ex-Govt ministers among King's Birthday Honours 2025
Almost 190 Kiwis have been recognised, including a former All Black.
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Home-schooled athletes denied medals to cycle 800km seeking rule change
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Gang patch ban: Police reveal how many charges, patches seized
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Hurricanes save best for last to secure fourth seeds spot for playoffs
The 64-point total was the highest score the Hurricanes have posted so far this season.
How NZ Rugby plans to tackle Gen Z engagement challenges
David Kirk says rugby's main challenge is engaging young Kiwis.
130km/h winds, 6m waves forecast for long weekend across NZ
MetService predicts calmer conditions on Monday, ideal for outdoor activities.
Drunk meth-driver was in 'rage' over relationship when she fatally hit young cyclist
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New retailer The Outlet set to open next week
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Opinion: How football's rise challenges rugby's dominance in NZ
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King’s Birthday 2025: What you need to know for the long weekend
Expect cooler weather, cafe surcharges and extra police on the roads.