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'Mumma bear' of six mourned after fatal ATV farm accident
The all-terrain vehicle rolled on farmland near Millers Flat on Thursday.
'Under pressure': NZ farms face succession challenges
Over half of NZ's farm and orchard owners will reach pension age in the next decade.
The Australian-raised rising rugby star beating the odds
Xavier Treacy arrived as an unknown but has quickly made a name for himself.
Property Insider: Foodstuffs' $380m expansion with new Pak'nSave sites in the works
The biggest is a new application for a $100m Pak'nSave on reclaimed land in Takapuna.
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'Vital' search and rescue teams get $77m funding boost
Land Search and Rescue will receive $30.1 million to support volunteer operations.
'Past it now': Tupaea moves on from horror injury after All Blacks recall
The 14-test All Black has been recalled for the first time since his horror knee injury.
Brief winter respite to be swept away by heavy rain, severe gales
Heavy rain watches are being issued.
Power and versatility: All Blacks selection shake-up
Scott Robertson's second year sparks a notable selection shake-up for the All Blacks.
Editorial: Super Rugby Pacific has turned around – and fast
OPINION: Super Rugby Pacific's changes have sped up the game and made it a better watch.
Wellingtonians now pay far than most Kiwis for insurance
The capital is facing heftier price rises on already higher insurance premiums.
Gregor Paul: The questions raised by Razor's All Blacks cuts
Scott Robertson's 33-man squad raises questions about selection strategy.
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Top secret prototype sports car being tested in NZ crashes near Queenstown
Staff in AMG-branded gear worked to conceal the damaged car at the scene.
Property Insider: Foodstuffs' $380m expansion with new Pak'nSave sites in the works
The biggest is a new application for a $100m Pak'nSave on reclaimed land in Takapuna.
Power and versatility: All Blacks selection shake-up
Scott Robertson's second year sparks a notable selection shake-up for the All Blacks.
Editorial: Super Rugby Pacific has turned around – and fast
OPINION: Super Rugby Pacific's changes have sped up the game and made it a better watch.
Gregor Paul: The questions raised by Razor's All Blacks cuts
Scott Robertson's 33-man squad raises questions about selection strategy.
Lost their way: Auckland Grammar fall to Sacred Heart in tough contest
Christchurch Boys' High won a thrilling match against St Thomas 61-40.
Lost their way: Auckland Grammar fall to Sacred Heart in tough contest
Christchurch Boys' High won a thrilling match against St Thomas 61-40.
'Pallet hotel' - Foodstuffs South Island boosting frozen storage by more than 200%
Supermarket owner to expand frozen capacity by 222%, strike third-party warehouse deals.
Lord Spencer storms to victory at Te Aroha, impresses ahead of features
Lord Spencer won the Silver Fern Farms Hurdle at Te Aroha on Sunday.
Phil Gifford: How Crusaders' resilience toppled the Chiefs in epic final
OPINION: Rivez Reihana was man of the match, scoring crucial penalties in the final.
Northland retirement village residents rally for urgent law changes
Public consultation on the Retirement Villages Act review began in 2023.
Departing Chiefs coach McMillian content despite Super Rugby heartbreak
In five seasons under Clayton McMillan, the Chiefs lost four finals.
37 players split Lotto Second Division win – where the tickets were sold
The locations have been revealed.
Paul Lewis: The tough midfield choices facing the All Blacks
OPINION: Potential players face tough competition for a spot in the All Blacks' midfield.
'Not sure yet' – Penney coy on Crusaders coaching future
Rob Penney is keeping his cards close to his chest with regards to his coaching future.
Body found in search for missing Christchurch woman
Elisabeth Nicholls was reported missing from Riccarton on June 4.
How rugby data changed All Blacks selection process
OPINION: Sir Graham Henry trusted his instincts over digital stats during games.
Senior lawyer censured after drink-driving and 'flagrant disobedience' of driving suspension
David Fordyce previously had a blemish-free career of more than 30 years.
Are you paying too much for parking?
Research shows parking costs in urban areas differ greatly across the country.
New All Blacks squad: The four rookies who could get call-up
As many as four rookies could force their way into Scott Robertson's All Blacks squad.
Super Rugby final player ratings: One All Black picked the worst time to disappoint
Opinion: Which players made their case for All Blacks selection?