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School seeks new lunch provider after plastic found in meal
A Milson School student bit into a hard plastic piece in their lunch.
Final report blames human error for HMNZS Manawanui’s sinking
Autopilot oversight led to $100m Navy ship disaster on reef in Samoa, says final report.
Party pooper: Is RNZ facing a funding cut?; Polkinghorne TV doco - guards to monitor theatre
NBR owner coming home for new venture; TVNZ redundancy costs; A bizarre newsprint tiff.
Northland hit by power outages and potential flooding amid heavy rain
Rainfall hit 108mm at Ahipara in 12 hours overnight.
One dead after car collides with train in Auckland, line suspended
The collision happened near Station Rd around 2pm.
The false things Trump said about tariffs during his announcement
The president relied on claims that have been debunked many times before.
Armed police manhunt in Levin after suspects flee on foot
Armed police are searching Macarthur Street for the two suspects.
‘Long way to go’: Blues confident of Super Rugby playoff push
The Blues have won one of their six Super Rugby Pacific games this season.
More of everything at cultural festival
The festival features over 30 food vendors from diverse cultures.
Beach town’s landmark Silos for sale - but this time there’s a twist
Apartments in iconic concrete blocks are “on people’s bucket list".
Kiwi business buys local arm of boat-share service Skipperi from Finnish parent
The boat-share service was acquired for an undisclosed figure.
Galloping to victory: Racing Tauranga named top club
The club excelled in financial management, track performance, and marketing.
Offal dumped in river could be what’s left of A&P Society’s stolen sheep
'While we can’t say for certain ... its close proximity raises serious concerns.'
Oranga Tamariki chief executive resigns
Chappie Te Kani had been on medical leave since September.
Police treating Wellington man Simon Bird’s death as a homicide
The 65-year-old was found dead outside his home in the suburb of Northland on Tuesday.
Lower Hutt RiverLink highway project cost balloons to $1.5b
Work will start this year and take six years, affecting 40,000 drivers daily.
The Country: Todd McClay on what Trump's tariffs mean for NZ farmers
Todd McClay, Emma Poole, Tim Dangen, Jane Smith, Chris Brandolino, and Barry Soper.
Coalition back on track after months behind Labour
Labour has been squeezed in a new poll, while the minor parties have gained support.
Starting uni at the age of 9? One young Kiwi has his eyes on the prize
Raymond Hsu, 9, passed the SAT test - and is now aiming for university entrance.
‘Ticking time bomb’: Family speak out on factory worker’s ‘horrifying’ death
Wesley Tomich, 37, died in July 2023 at a Mount Maunganui factory.
Pair trapped in Nelson floodwaters as wild weather rages on
The rescue is currently under way with emergency services working to reach the pair's car.
Week of acclaim for Hawke's Bay's farmers of the year
A Central Hawke's Bay farming couple win the big one – Farmer of the Year.
Hitting penguins where it hurts: Trump’s tariffs target remote island
Penguin memes went viral after Trump targeted their island with tariffs.
‘As is where is’ Herne Bay home sells for $850,000 - nearly $2m below CV
Photos of townhouse show exposed walls and flooring.
Tony Alexander: The big reason why prices are going nowhere - who needs to blink first
More buyers and more sellers - what could go wrong?
Revealed: The three regions where some Sky viewers need extra help, possible new dishes for satellite switch
Sky TV outlines what customers need to do ahead of satellite switchover in mid-April.
‘Alarming concerns’: Seymour defends Treaty bill amid overwhelming opposition
The public submissions were overwhelmingly opposed.
Insurer IAG admits fair dealing breaches
Insurance giant says it's sorry for mistakes and will make repayments by June 30.
UN alarmed as 15 medics killed in Gaza, urges war crime probe
Fifteen medics and aid workers were killed in Gaza after shots hit their ambulances.
‘Great win for Rotorua’: Homeless motel numbers reduce
From the end of July there will be three emergency housing motels left.
Epic journey: 50 Mini teams aim to raise $500k for Kiwi kids
We're taking these cars to Invercargill, boy.
Auckland scaffolding company director sentenced to home detention for $558k tax fraud
The woman was ordered to pay reparations of $13,000, albeit at $50 per week.
SH29 reopens follow truck breakdown
The truck's cargo of chlorine was 'reacting due to the inclement weather'.
‘Dear friend’: Tom Cruise honours Val Kilmer with heartfelt tribute
Tom Cruise led a minute's silence for Val Kilmer at CinemaCon.
Kiwi electric fence maker Gallagher takes full control of European unit
Gallahger Group has taken full control of Gallagher Europe to further expand the business.
Tauranga byelection: Q&As with the five candidates
Voting for Tauranga's new Māori ward councillor begins on Monday.
Opinion: Why I shared Benjamin Doyle screenshots and why I am furious at the Greens
OPINION: I found myself close to tears of rage as I watched the Greens media stand up.
Black Caps chase clean sweep at Bay Oval
Black Caps take on Pakistan on Saturday at Bay Oval in third ODI.
NZ stocks weaken after turmoil on world markets
More volatility is predicted to be in store as the day progresses.
NZ stocks weaken after turmoil on world markets
More volatility is predicted to be in store as the day progresses.
Police investigate suspicious car fire near airport
Police said the car fire occurred 'northwest of the airport'.
Mother remembered for her 'infectious laugh' murdered by son in her home
Jennifer Sheehan's family said they couldn't comprehend what had happened.
'Absolutely devastated': Hay theft hits hard during Taranaki drought
Hundreds of hay bales were stolen from two properties in Taranaki.
'Attack lined up': Grenon says he offered compromise but believes NZME board has 'no interest'
NZME says it's still open to engagement, but concerns remain over editorial control.
‘Disappointing’: Folau blasts Rugby Australia over Lions snub
The former Wallaby hasn't played in Australia since 2019.
‘Speaking with a number of people’: Police update on homicide investigation
One man has already been charged with murder after Munns' death last month.
Prince Harry attacks ‘blatant lies’ in charity race row
Prince Harry and Lesotho's Prince Seeiso both resigned amid infighting and racism claims.
Where to next? Contenders to host America’s Cup after Auckland ruled out
Auckland was officially ruled out as a potential America's Cup host earlier this week.
Brendan Attrill wins Taranaki farm environment award
Third-generation farmer milks 350 cows on 163ha at Huinga, focusing on sustainability.
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What’s next for NZ stocks after a poor first quarter? Stock Takes
New Zealand shares suffered a poor first quarter, driven by sickly corporate earnings.
Rocco, Moochowchow, Kol: Looking back at the many restaurants of 23 Ponsonby Rd
As the Sahrawats evolve Kol, we look back at the history of the Ponsonby corner spot.
Out of this world: Astronomy lessons to inspire budding stargazers
The course runs from June 20 to 22 at Hawke's Bay Holt Planetarium in Napier.
Mental health nurse’s 46-year career ends with ruling he was sexually intimate with patient
But William McPhail says he will never agree with the patient’s account.
France over All Blacks? Rugby prospect signs with Toulon, snubs NZ interest
He played for France in last year's under-20’s Six Nations.
Killing at daycare: Woman jailed 25 years for infant’s death
The ex-daycare worker was sentenced to 25 years for the baby's death.
$660,000 house sale fulfills farmer’s dying wish to help struggling students
Thomas Fleming wanted to set up a nursing scholarship in his favourite aunt's name.
Kāinga Ora staff ‘crying in office’ over ‘horrendous’ restructure
Kāinga Ora is proposing to axe hundreds of jobs during its second round of restructuring.
‘People don’t really believe me’: The science of hangover resistance
New York Times: Around 25% of drinkers feel no hangover symptoms after heavy drinking,
Why the US 20% tariff figure is ‘garbage economics’
So where did the mysterious number come from?