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Giving up the family home is tough, but this couple found a way to stay in their backyard

The Duke of Sussex arrived in his homeland on Monday for a number of charity events that were overshadowed by speculation of whether he would meet with his father.

Hong Kong dog owners and their four-legged friends have gained new freedoms after the city relaxed a decades-old rule, allowing the pets to join them at eateries.

Police are investigating after a man was allegedly punched in the head during an arrest in Hamilton.

"Kaingaroa and Murupara have been in economic decline... we think this is the opportunity that can change that," says Ngāti Manawa.

This weekend's Whakatipu Legend winter swim is part of 19-year-old Jemimah McIlroy's training for crossing Cook Strait.

Two people have been taken to Lakes District hospital.

Auckland University's Stuart McNaughton said recent policies and practices were "markedly simplifying the complexity of teaching, learning and education".

A 29-year-old mother and her newborn son died on the day of his birth following an unpreventable cardiac arrest, a coroner has found.

Meta has backed down on a controversial feature that allowed people's public Instagram posts to be used by anyone for AI generation.

The war in the Middle East continues to have an impact on the economy but it hasn’t been as severe as first feared says Infometrics economist Brad Olsen.

We invited audiences to join Waiata 100: our search for Aotearoa's favourite New Zealand song from a list of about 1000 New Zealand songs (and 200 waiata Māori). Here's what people loved the most.

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Agency urged to rule out foul play after Trump ally and fierce critic of Iranian regime killed by ‘sudden illness’ at 71.

New Zealand Food Safety has issued a warning asking people not to gather from the Tennyson Inlet and Fitzroy Bay areas.

Kaitaia-Awaroa Road at the intersection with Tangonge Road in Ahipara has been closed, following a crash.

A state of emergency was declared last night with an Orange heavy rain warning in place in the area.

Penelope Barnhill had her accounts frozen incorrectly, followed by a series of communication failures that her bank has since apologised for.

A Timaru solar panel installer said he thinks neither Labour or National's policies would get many people installing solar panels.

Ko te tikanga, he oruatanga noa iho: I tāpuia e au te tēpu i ngā wiki ki mua mō tētahi āhuatanga tino whakahirahira, engari i muri iho ka mōhio ahau me tuhi ahau mō te kai i tētahi wharekai whetū o Michelin mō te wā tuatahi.

A farmer between storm-hit Cheviot and Kaikōura said the Conway River reached its highest level in the family's living memory.

Beachfront luxury, sweeping ocean views and one of the Gold Coast's hottest addresses make the Mondrian an easy place to unwind.

One person has serious injuries after the crash on the Waikato Expressway.

About four metres of soil has come down the hill and onto the forecourt, FENZ says.

A coroner will look at the months leading up to up to the attack following Ahamed Samsudeen's release from prison

Fatty liver disease is closely linked to your overall metabolism and lifestyle.

Looking for an edge on leg day? Researchers in Malaysia say the answer could be as simple as taking a quick whiff of dark chocolate.

Massey University's Dr Anna Powles says New Zealand needs the capability and resources to defend the alliance's partners.

The acting PM says differing interpretations of a clause in the FTA with India is a consequence of political expediency and that the wording of the deal is clear.

‘It's my little private sanctuary down to the bottom of the hill,’ says the owner of this rare Pegler cottage.

Louise Upston gives her take on her new part-time full-time job: managing the government's entire legislative programme as Leader of the House.

Investors are pulling back on residential property – so are they really turning to commercial buildings?

The data in a new report shows Kiwis had the worst wage growth after inflation over the past five years, of any OECD country.

Maia has overtaken Aroha as the most popular Māori name for baby girls in New Zealand, while Ariki has retained its place as the top choice for boys.

Hyrox is conquering the fitness world, one gym at a time.

Chris Froome said he was “very lucky” to be alive after his rib cage “imploded” in a high-speed training crash last summer.

Genesis Youth Trust, which tackled youth reoffending in South Auckland, closed last week after 25 years.

TVNZ is forecasting $48.8m in net losses over two years as it funds a multi-year shift toward a digital-first platform.

Argentina midfielder Antonio Rattín’s act of defiance against England at the 1966 tournament sparked a rule change that stands today.

The Charter School Agency says there is no need for independent checks as the schools now use the same assessments as state schools.

Jannik Sinner is starting to make a habit of responding to adversity in Paris with titles at Wimbledon.

This weekend's best Auckland open homes, from $1.8m to $6.25m.

"It's hard to celebrate a try in the modern game,’’ said All Blacks coach Dave Rennie. “You have got to wait until the ball has been kicked-off at halfway to celebrate and high five.

One expert reveals the common mistakes that can lead to osteoarthritis and what we can do to reduce our risk of damage

Foreign Minister Winston Peters confirmed New Zealand is in exploratory talks with Australia and Fiji about joining their military alliance.

A man is due in court after allegedly stabbing another man at a property on Auckland’s North Shore on Sunday night.

Those affected by floodwaters have been warned of likely contamination.

How did 54 cases apparently fall through the cracks – and what happens to the victims now?

Range of mild updates announced for Land Rover's popular Defender.

A new poll shows the coalition would narrowly be able to form a government if the election was held today.

Data shows there were fewer than 1500 personal bankruptcies in 2024/2025, roughly half the number in 2017/18.

It's rinse and repeat in South Wairarapa with back-to-back storms dumping huge amounts of rain, flooding rivers, and closing roads.

Mai i te kete hauora ki te reo, e toru tau te Kāwanatanga e whakahoki ana i a Māori “ki tō mātou wāhi”.

The council says floowaters are now starting to recede, however, hundreds have lost power.

It follows an investigation into abnormal test results, with about 650 drivers needing to re-sit tests.

Despite that, Earth Sciences New Zealand expected the rest of winter to be warmer than usual.

Thomas Tuchel described his England team as “lucky” and said he was unhappy with how they played, despite booking a place in the World Cup semifinal.

Two violent deaths in as many weeks have left residents in a corner of Northland feeling vulnerable and afraid.

The strategic partnership featured several commitments including doubling trade and bolstering maritime security by 2030.

Brendon McCullum has been fired as coach of England's test cricket team after four years in charge but will continue to lead the country's T20 and ODI sides.

The Kaikōura District Council is warning there is a continuing risk of landslides across the district.

Using your cred card could cost you more than you realise.

Ireland will fancy their chances of becoming the first team to beat the All Blacks at Eden Park since 1994. So how will All Blacks coach Dave Rennie react?

Wilson, who has more than 100 convictions and has been described as “New Zealand’s Charles Manson” can finally be revealed as one of the two men who stood trial for the murder of Red Fox Tavern publican Chris Bush.

At least 14 properties in the Hawke's Bay town have been yellow-stickered after the Wairoa River burst its banks on Thursday.

A goal kick appeared to clip a cable over the field late in the England-Norway World Cup quarterfinal, shortly before Jude Bellingham scored the tying goal.

Harete Hipango-Brownlie is the latest in a string of former politicians to announce they're running for New Zealand First at this year's election.

Local reports indicate the 61-year-old was only saved because his wife held him by the legs.

Police say an alleged offender is at large after a stand-off in Upper Hutt that ended with officers entering a property and discovering there was no one inside.

A mother was breastfeeding their 9-week-old infant when they claim an errant golf ball came through an open door, allegedly landing centimetres from the child.

More than 300 people reported feeling a moderate earthquake that struck near Kaikōura in the early hours of Monday morning.stuff

The new Polestar 4 SUV will add a rear window and a more practical cabin when it goes on sale later in 2026.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon welcomed the controversial world leader with a hug.

One word, one clue, one minute. Can you solve today’s Hard Word?

The government says it will explore joining a defence alliance that commits to "act to meet common danger".

Tenders for the Waikato Expressway extension will soon be requested, while Hutt City Council is seeking help to secure a route for its Cross Valley Link.

The daughter of a Warriors club legend turned in a starring role to hand the New Zealand side their first NRL Women's loss of the season.

MetService says up to 130ml of rain could fall over the next 20 hours in the northern Hawke's Bay ranges - which is under an orange rain warning.

The 'callous, cruel, ultra-violent' man linked to one of New Zealand's most infamous murders has now had his conviction overturned

Man arrested in Rotherham over alleged murder of former Tory MP who was found dead at her remote Devon home

A bison has flung a grandfather into the air after charging at him at Yellowstone National Park.

The boy’s family could be split across New Zealand and Sri Lanka if he is deported.

The next-generation Hyundai Tucson has been spied testing, previewing a more upright design and redesigned cabin ahead of its expected global debut later this year.

Three trampers have been rescued on Mount Taranaki with two seriously injured and another stuck because of icy conditions.

When Ian "Hippy" Rogers and his wife Sue first laid eyes on the dilapidated buildings in Tokanui, they saw two very different things.

The NZTA's latest Major Transport Projects Pipeline gives no set date for building the Petone to Grenada Link Road.

At least 14 properties in the Hawke's Bay town have been yellow-stickered after the Wairoa River burst its banks on Thursday.

The NZTA's latest Major Transport Projects Pipeline gives no set date for building the Petone to Grenada Link Road.

One of the biggest mistakes I see couples make is waiting too long to deal with problems.

There will be "some disruptions" for Aucklanders while the Indian Prime Minister is in the country, police say.

DIA workers are set to strike for two hours, with the union saying the department’s pay offer fails to keep pace with the cost of living.

Paolo Rotondo has the Italian trait of dealing with umpteen things at once while simultaneously being a picture of serenity, class and charm.

Three people - two of them with serious injuries - were rescued from the mountain late this afternoon.

The Indian leader is expected to hold bilateral talks with Luxon before meeting prominent business leaders and addressing more than 10,000 at a community event.

New Zealanders have had some of the worst wage growth in the world in recent years, when adjusted for inflation.

The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi touches down for a whirlwind visit to New Zealand on Friday evening.

The farm tours in Lake Tekapo making dual use of the land

Conor McGregor’s return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) after a five-year absence ended in just 69 seconds after he suffered a knee injury.

Dreamgirls Art Collective collaborated with jewellery brand Pandora to create the mural at the intersection of Ghuznee and Leeds Streets in central Wellington.

The 29-year-old woman died of a heart attack caused by chronic heart disease, and her son Harrison Earnshaw died just 38 minutes after birth.

Frans Maritz hasn’t seen his eldest child son for nine years after Immigration declined the boy's visa on health grounds.

Irishman Conor McGregor’s first bout in five years lasted just 69 seconds.

SH1 at Wellington's Terrace Tunnel has reopened after being blocked by a four-vehicle crash.

It comes after Transport Minister Chris Bishop accepted the government's 2023 Road of National Significance commitments were "ambitious".

This week we talk to Jeremy O’Brien, Air New Zealand’s chief customer and digital officer.

For years, Air New Zealand has been suffering from a plane shortage. Now, all the Boeing 787s are back in the air, and only two Airbus aircraft remain grounded. Does that mean airfares will decrease?

Harry Kane has accepted that Thomas Tuchel’s blunt criticism of England performances is part of the manager’s attempt to lead the team to a World Cup triumph.

As New Zealanders celebrate Matariki, a renowned Māori astronomer says the stars are reminding the Pacific region to unite.

The Government is unmoved by objections to a second toll on the Tauranga Eastern Link and says more tolls will be used to fund future roads.

Over 150 homes in Gisborne are facing power outages, while Wairoa remains in a state of emergency.

It's closed from Cheviot to Kaikōura while the inland route is also shut, making travel difficult for the long weekend.

The US attacked Iran over an Iranian strike on a vessel in the strait that set the container ship ablaze. Iran responded with attacks on several countries in the Gulf, including Bahrain.

Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee says it will take a "targeted and proportionate" measure instead.

Luxon and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed on several commitments including doubling two-way trade and deepening maritime defence ties.

The Reserve Bank increased the OCR by 25 basis points to 2.5%, citing the easing of near-term inflation pressures.

With benefit of hindsight, she admitted she wished she had looked further into the mother's history and recommended a hospital birth.

The United States attacked Iran on Sunday over an Iranian strike on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz that set it ablaze and left a crew member missing. Iran responded with attacks on countries including Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan and Oman — the nation o

The Disability Rights Commissioner says New Zealand’s immigration rules can discriminate against disabled people, and supports recommendations they be amended.

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I’ve always just assumed that contributing to KiwiSaver was a no-brainer.

Debris, including horse poo, is evident at the site and bookings are being cancelled.

Defence Minister Chris Penk says technology is a "moveable feast" as needs on the battlefield continue to shift.

Opinion: Wellington lawyer and author Daniel Kalderimis, KC, squirmed when I made the Tolstoy comparison, but I stand by it.

The 5% threshold in question applies directly to your one Party Vote which affects the number of List MPs a party gets.

Police reopen 54 sexual assault and child abuse cases as Detective Inspector Kevan Verry remains under employment investigation

A doctor issued a plea on social media calling for anyone familiar with the hospital to help as a registrar on Saturday and Sunday.

The two-vehicle collision happened on State Highway 6 - Main Road Hope just before 5pm on Friday.

It’s a matchup of the top two seeds as defending champion Jannik Sinner plays French Open winner Alexander Zverev in the Wimbledon final on Sunday.

For a brief moment West Indies batter Keacy Carty would have felt sick in his stomach.

The Swiss forward was sent off in a decision following a video review that is certain to fuel those who believe referees have been biased toward the reigning champions.

On 31 July commercial greyhound racing in New Zealand will cease. Hundreds of greyhounds will need new homes.

GWM's EV lineup in New Zealand is set to grow from one to three models, including a new station wagon and SUV.

Kiwis on board an LGBTQ+ cruise in the Mediterranean say passengers were left stunned after the ship was turned away from Egypt, days after its Turkey stops were cancelled.

Stale Solbakken, the Norway manager, insisted England’s equaliser in his side’s 2-1 World Cup quarter-final defeat was assisted by Spidercam.

Rory McIlroy carded a final-round 64 to end the Scottish Open tied seventh after he had earlier berated himself for being “so bad at golf”.

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says the different views on a key clause in New Zealand’s FTA deal with India is something Kiwi businesses need to be wary of.

Staff at Hutt Hospital say they twice had to hold the door to the patient's room shut as he tried to break through but when police officers arrived they wouldn't intervene.