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Rich-lister helps fund $2m+ school pool upgrade
The deepened pool will support water polo and year-round community use.
PropertyUpdated
7 biggest house price crashes in history - and what we can learn from them
From the Great Depression to Japan's Lost Decade.
Life of regrets: Actor Michael Madsen's struggles before his death
'He struggled to maintain sobriety. He was not happy about his life.'
DNA reunion: Brother and sister find each other after 70 years
Akihiko Yamamoto believed his American father abandoned him in Japan.
MetService warns Wairoa of heavy rain, possible thunderstorms
The watch covers 12 hours from 4pm Saturday to 4am Sunday in the Wairoa District.
Forestry and footy with Taine Randell on The Country
Taine Randall, Te Radar, Chris Brandolino, Lawrence Field, and Chris Russell.
What to know about Trump's 'Big Beautiful bill'
The House approved it after intense debates and closed-door negotiations.
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom confirm split in joint statement
'They will continue raising their daughter with love, stability and mutual respect.'
Lawyers urge content creators to delete posts amid US visa scrutiny
Content creators are warned that old posts could be used against them.
The latest high-ranking Russian officer killed in Ukraine conflict
Major General Mikhail Gudkov was killed in Russia’s Kursk region on Tuesday night.
Opinion: Why French tactics could trouble All Blacks in Dunedin clash
While they rest key players, France has focused on a forward-heavy strategy.
Former cult leader accused of abusing 13 women, court hears
Chris Brain, 68, led the Nine O’Clock Service in Sheffield during the 1980s and 1990s.
Israeli jets bombed Gaza while returning from Iran mission
Optimism has risen that a ceasefire, hostage release deal could be announced within days.
Why Barbara Kendall backs women’s Olympic water polo campaign
She has thrown her weight behind the NZ team in their bid to qualify for Los Angeles 2028.
US Supreme Court allows deportation of migrants to South Sudan
The eight migrants have been stuck in Djibouti since being flown out of the US in May.
Pacific airlines team up, four countries sign new trade and food deal
Airlines from two small nations have big plans for unique, sometimes challenging region.
New ZealandUpdated
'Social dysfunction at its worst': Two people sentenced over Rotorua teen prostitution ring
Judge says Clayton Fox was by far the most culpable in teen prostitution ring.
How two Hawke’s Bay teens triumphed on the world stage
Caitlin Kirk earned silver and Sam McHale claimed bronze at World Champs in Spain.
'Shaken' ordeal: Bar worker confronted with gun in Hamilton robbery
The suspects fled in a stolen Toyota Surf, later found in Te Awamutu.
Kiwi storage chain owner sells up to Australian giant Kennards
Dave Tuke founded National Mini Storage in 1991. He was inspired by Australian stores.
In Trump’s bill, Democrats see a path to win back voters
New York Times: 'This gives us a new task and ... restarts the clock for a new campaign'.
US sanctions Mexican banks, triggering financial chaos
Bank executives meeting at a resort off Mexico's Pacific coast had an unexpected guest.
Akl councillor proposes ban on residential helipads after Mowbray’s $24m home greenlit
Treating helipads the same as cars and bikes is socially destabilising, says Mike Lee.
'A f****** ugly mess': Gang boss' text after fatal hotbox attack on mate of 20 years
Tribesmen Aotearoa president Conway Rapana says he didn't want Mark Hohua to die that day.
The final frontier of fine dining: French chef crafts astronaut menu
Sophie Adenot’s εpsilon mission will feature gourmet meals by chef Anne-Sophie Pic.
11-year-old among youngsters arrested after wrong-way motorway joyride
The group stole and fueled two cars without paying at Andersons Bay.
South American striker favoured to replace Moreno at Auckland FC
There are two Europeans and one South American on the shortlist to replace Neyder Moreno.
Understanding inflammation: When the body's defence turns harmful
New York Times: The buzzy term gets blamed for many diseases. But it isn’t all bad.
New World magnates’ $2m dream home for sale in tiny Southland town
Winton an affordable option for buyers at both ends of the market.
The big problem with Trump’s bill: Many voters don’t know what’s in it
Analysis: Both parties try to enact their agenda if they have the three branches of power.
Tourism Holdings forecasts lower profit amid US market challenges
The business says it may need to make a goodwill impairment on its US assets.
Farmers face new court setback in $365m bypass dispute
The Transport Agency wants to acquire 11ha of the Pascoes' cattle farm compulsorily.
Vehicle found submerged in Gate Pā waterway
Police confirmed the vehicle was stolen and unoccupied.
NZ company linked to UK money-laundering probe
A UK recovery action against organised crime behind a £50m tax rort reaches New Zealand.
Flooding closes BoP road, over 100mm of rain recorded
All heavy rain warnings have been lifted for the region, but more rain and hail possible.
Tradie's remarkable revival of long-lost NZ clothing brand from his backyard shed
Nikolai Solakof had never sewn before reviving Oscar Eide from his shed.
18,800 people booked for NZICC; anaesthetists, ophthalmologists the latest
Anaesthetists to meet April 30-May 5, ophthalmologists November 5-9 next year.
Stop the presses: Stuff closing about 15 Auckland, regional community newspapers
Titles such as the North Shore Times and Central Leader have been published for decades.
Labour offers National a lifeline for costings unit
Act and NZ First killed the idea. Chris Hipkins has offered a way to bypass them.
Denmark takes rare step of conscripting women amid Russia war fears
The duration of service will also be extended from four to 11 months from next year.
'Game-changer': $56.4m irrigation funding unveiled
“It strengthens water resilience and unlocks new economic opportunities."
'Game-changer': $56.4m irrigation funding unveiled
“It strengthens water resilience and unlocks new economic opportunities."
'Ride a bike properly': Driver who left injured cyclist on the road claims he was the victim
Callum Anderson drove off without checking on cyclist who was bleeding and concussed.
Seymour criticises Waititi for 'insane views' about African leader
Act leader called Te Pāti Māori a threat after Waititi's praise for Burkina Faso leader.
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Thunderstorm risk for top half of the North Island, heavy rain watch for Wairoa
A thunderstorm has already popped up in Taranaki, which suffered flooding yesterday.
Chicago drive-by shooting kills 4, injures 14 outside nightclub
The shooting occurred in the River North area.
Music teacher's playwriting debut brings theatre 'whodunit' to life
Matthew Sheard’s play The Beast of Burden debuts at Rotorua Little Theatre this month.
The high-protein food boom: What it means for NZ consumers
Nutritionist Nikki Hart says protein helps muscles, immune system, and hormone production.
Wildfires rage on Crete amid deadly European heatwave
Fires have broken out in the highlands of Scotland, among other parts of Europe.
'Mortified': BoP Harbourmaster acts to prevent another Rena disaster
He has banned large vessels from using the gap between Astrolabe Reef and Mōtītī Island.
Qantas cyberattack: Airline says scammers active but systems secure
No contact from hacker, Qantas says, despite claim attack had notorious group's hallmarks.
Analysis: The House folds under pressure from Trump - again
Analysis: It has become a recurring theme of the 119th Congress.
Record highs for US markets: What it means for KiwiSaver investors
KiwiSaver funds have about $35 billion in US equities.
‘It’s a new weekend’: The factor in Lawson's favour for British Grand Prix
The Kiwi boasts a strong record at Silverstone before this weekend’s race.
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'Heartbeat of the lake': Iconic paddleboat set for comeback
Damon Hagaman bought and restored the dry-docked boat with help from local volunteers.
Pedestrian dead after crash near Feilding
The road is closed for a Serious Crash Unit investigation.
'One Big Beautiful Bill': House passes US$3.4t tax and immigration bill after tight vote
The bill raises the borrowing cap by US$5t, avoiding a debt default.
NZ's most photographed hotel up for sale
One of the owners, Cade Thornton, asked that offers to buy the hotel go directly to him.
Claims councillor breached code of conduct by saying Napier had 'ignored its core infrastructure' projects
Deputy mayor claims Richard McGrath and other mayoral candidates are breaching the code.
'There are always rumours': Verstappen refuses to be drawn on future
The Red Bull driver has been linked with a move to Mercedes for the 2026 season.