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The unlucky six: Stars who missed out on All Blacks jersey
Bob Graham was retained as Auckland captain over Wilson Whineray in 1963.
Tourism industry leaders push to get more Chinese visitors to NZ
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'Not a grandstander': How a quiet US missionary became Pope Leo XIV
New York Times: Robert Prevost has pushed back hard against MAGA-style Christian ideology.
A most sensitive subject in the White House: Where is Melania?
NY Times: Melania has spent fewer than 14 days in the White House since the inauguration.
Emirates Group announces record $10.5b gross profit
Group invested billions in new aircraft, infrastructure and technology.
Business
'Nothing was going to stop me': Pioneer who built ski resort from scratch sells up
Peter Foote started building Mt Dobson Ski Area with a $2000 bulldozer.
Market close: NZ sharemarket rises as gentailers make gains
The NZ sharemarket rose strongly today as gentailers made gains across the board.
Noise ban, off-limit interviews: TVNZ's rules as RNZ moves in; Ad agencies take aim at global merger
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Politics
Editorial: Getting CRL greenlit may be Key's lasting Auckland legacy
OPINION: We must build to grow, a belief our Governments should be reminded of.
Audrey Young: 'Robbing Paula to pay Paul' – pay equity ambush will come back to bite Nats
OPINION: The way to address an unfair situation is not usually to increase the unfairness.
Simon Wilson: Pope Francis, Trump and the Aussie election - the lessons for Luxon
Opinion: Just because clowns are running America doesn't mean we need them here too.
Sport
The unlucky six: Stars who missed out on All Blacks jersey
Bob Graham was retained as Auckland captain over Wilson Whineray in 1963.
Tight Five: Why the All Blacks' loose forward dilemma is a tough puzzle
OPINION: Analysing Scott Robertson's options for his loose forwards.
Gregor Paul: Major leadership shake-up on the cards at NZ Rugby after $20m loss
OPINION: It is understood change is needed if NZR is to be financially solvent.
Lifestyle
Lessons from Paris: What Auckland can learn from global cultural innovation
OPINION: Cultural spaces can drive community, economic and social recovery in cities.
Society Insider: Revealing the rich listers behind a $56m property swap; are Smith & Caughey's and Faradays teaming up?
Plus, actor turns property development mogul, and celebrity stylist celebrates on Waiheke.
How surviving breast cancer taught me what’s important in life - Jo Prendergast
Opinion: Jo Prendergast turned to writing during her cancer treatment in 2021.
Canvas
36 Hours in Singapore
New York Times: Singapore celebrates its diamond jubilee as a thriving city-state.
Amy Mansfield spent seven years at Auckland University – here's what she got out of it
Turning old lecture notes into comedy gold.
Why hunger for the Hunger Games is stronger than ever
The latest book in the series is the fastest-selling YA book of the year.
Greg Bruce: Surviving a midlife health scare in a Chinese hotel gym
I woke at 5am in Shanghai and couldn't get back to sleep, so I went to the gym.
Pope Francis, the unlikely movie star: Six films show his cinematic appeal
New York Times: On screen, he was seen as a character both admired and controversial.
'Raw and unfiltered:' Jenny-May Clarkson's emotional life story
TVNZ's Jenny-May Clarkson admits to suffering from self-doubt in her book Full Circle.
The big read
How property traders made millions flipping homes: Inside 71 Auckland real estate deals
The Herald reveals gains and losses on $60m of homes flipped by Hills Real Estate traders.
Red cards, red flags: The All Blacks' challenges in Razor's second year – Gregor Paul
OPINION: Scott Robertson faces pressure to improve the All Blacks' 71% win ratio.
Scandals, sniping and 'church speak': Tensions rise ahead of papal conclave
Three days before the largest papal conclave ever, campaigns and intrigues are swirling.
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Seven clompy pairs perfect for a week of winter wear.
The best independent bookstores in Auckland
They are spaces of research, respite and restoration that have stood the test of time.
How did you meet your best friend? 6 people on their bond with their bestie
Rob Tennent, Toni Street and more share the stories behind their closest friendships.
Hot-Plate heroes: How 5 restaurants work wonders with no kitchen
From panini presses to hot plates, here's how underequipped kitchens make it work.
Put a twist on your dessert serving with a mint and pea ice cream
This recipe takes hiding your vegetables to the next (delicious) level.
Jesse Mulligan: It's worth queuing for this inner-city Japanese restaurant
Chef Jason Lee's new eatery in City Works Depot dazzles Viva's food reviewer.
National
'Nothing was going to stop me': Pioneer who built ski resort from scratch sells up
Peter Foote started building Mt Dobson Ski Area with a $2000 bulldozer.
Nine fires in five years: Environment Court rules on scrap metal dealer
Training, stockpile monitoring and management and lithium battery handling orders made.
58m wall, no 'fatal flaws': New details about dam for Heretaunga revealed
'Regional council wants to get the hell out as soon as possible.'
World
A most sensitive subject in the White House: Where is Melania?
NY Times: Melania has spent fewer than 14 days in the White House since the inauguration.
'Not a grandstander': How a quiet US missionary became Pope Leo XIV
New York Times: Robert Prevost has pushed back hard against MAGA-style Christian ideology.
India and Pakistan may have an off-ramp after their clash - will they take it?
New York Times: The question now is whether the two sides will claim victory.
Entertainment
P Diddy’s path From Harlem to stardom, and now court
NYT: After years of accusations and few consequences, Sean Combs is to stand trial.
Amy Mansfield spent seven years at Auckland University – here's what she got out of it
Turning old lecture notes into comedy gold.
Ten TV character deaths that shocked fans through history
NY Times: Big twist in The Last of Us wasn’t the first to upend a TV show and its fandom.
Travel
Life after chemo: Kiwi breast cancer survivor's top tips for adventure post-treatment
Rebecca Ronald knows life is for living. She shares her tips for travelling after cancer.
How Air NZ navigated crises to finally unveil Dreamliner retrofit
Air NZ's 787 retrofits cost $35m each at S.T. Engineering in Singapore.
Kim Knight: Val Kilmer, Cookie Bear and The Body Shop - a Gen X lament
OPINION: 'Everything good gets discontinued.'
Crime
Nine fires in five years: Environment Court rules on scrap metal dealer
Training, stockpile monitoring and management and lithium battery handling orders made.
Pushpay insider trader loses latest bid for suppression
Businessman sentenced in 2023 fails to overturn conviction and retain name suppression.
Cryptocurrency ATMs and 'high risk' cash wages should be banned, experts warn
Police could be given power to monitor bank accounts in real time, experts say.
Education
Editorial: Getting CRL greenlit may be Key's lasting Auckland legacy
OPINION: We must build to grow, a belief our Governments should be reminded of.
Editorial: When tech billionaires restrict their kids' social media use, why shouldn’t we?
OPINION: Catherine Wedd's member's bill shouldn't be left to the biscuit tin.
Editorial: If we start to permanently lose our top performers, we all suffer
OPINION: If our best and brightest aren’t staying, our international reputation suffers.
Health
Matthew Hooton: Desperate times call for bold measures
OPINION: Brooke van Velden’s pay equity move is just the start of the savings needed.
Up in Smoke: Why NZ's medical cannabis industry is struggling to make ends meet
After tragic cases, a new industry touted as a potential saviour has run into roadblocks.
Brewing the perfect cup: Which coffee method boosts heart health?
Telegraph: The way you brew your coffee might be causing cholesterol spikes.
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Daron Parton’s cartoons: March 1 - 31
Our cartoonist Daron Parton shares his view on current events.
Opinion
Editorial: Getting CRL greenlit may be Key's lasting Auckland legacy
OPINION: We must build to grow, a belief our Governments should be reminded of.
Matthew Hooton: Desperate times call for bold measures
OPINION: Brooke van Velden’s pay equity move is just the start of the savings needed.
Gregor Paul: Major leadership shake-up on the cards at NZ Rugby after $20m loss
OPINION: It is understood change is needed if NZR is to be financially solvent.
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