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Wallabies' hunt new leader: Joe Schmidt tipped for role

A former Ireland performance analyst thinks Schmidt would be an intriguing appointment.

Hunt for crime gang after fire at YouTuber’s home

Emergency services responded to the fire at his home in Sydney last year.

Aussie PM Albanese fires back in China sonar pulse tit-for-tat

Nations disagree as Australia refuses to accept Chinese denial of attack.

New insight uncovers how to reverse ‘zombie’ brain fog after Covid-19 infection

Scientists have uncovered how to reverse the ageing effects of ‘zombie’ cells.

'Absolutely dumbfounded': NZ entrepreneur to pay gran's $3k fine for chicken sandwich

The pensioner was 'overwhelmed' and in tears when she received the news.

Court orders permanent ban for fraudster to protect public

He is studying law fulltime at AUT and hopes to be admitted to the bar.

Man charged with ‘horrendous’ sexual assault on elderly woman

A 34-year-old man allegedly broke into the nursing home before attacking her.

Recovery effort for men in crashed jet enters third day

The jet plunged into Melbourne’s Port Phillip Bay after colliding with another jet.

'Humiliated': Solo mum arrested in her undies over unpaid bill

Mum and daughter say they were humiliated by the officers' actions.

Gregor Paul: Aussie showing NZ Rugby the art of being confrontational

OPINION: It turns out that Australian rugby can be direct and confrontational after all.

Australia alleges navy divers likely injured by China's ‘unsafe’ use of sonar

Several militaries have accused China of dangerous actions in the western Pacific.

Paul Lewis: Why I'll be cheering for India to beat Australia in World Cup final

OPINION: Kane Williamson sets the bar high for how to respond to a loss.

Hooking up again: Virgin Australia and Air NZ get cosy on the Tasman again

Codeshare makes it easier for Virgin passengers to fly around Aotearoa.

From butcher to hotel-maker: The Kiwi boss at global giant Marriott

And the connection he'd like to make with the All Blacks.

'I never knew it would be our last phone call': Beauty queen girlfriend pays tribute to lost love

David Gasologa, 27, was one of four seasonal workers killed in a fiery crash in Australia.

Staying at the H on Smith: Darwin here we come!

H on Smith is at the heart of Darwin's vibrant city centre.

Whanganui firefighter deploying to Queensland wildfires

Aaron Hartley also went on a deployment to Canada earlier in the year to battle fires.

New ships and cruise routes coming to NZ and Australia in 2024

More and more cruise lines and ships are heading our way for the first time.