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Phil Gifford: We will know this week whether the Crusaders are back

OPINION: Six talking points heading into the second round of Super Rugby Pacific.

Otago Uni students evacuated after construction site gas smell causes emergency callout

Emergency crews are working to determine the source of the smell.

Well-known NZ Herald names to depart as 30 roles cut from newsroom; new video brand on way

Political editor and senior sports columnist among those who are opting to leave.

Jetstar passenger says ‘dozens’ were left without bags including vital gear and medication

Alison Boyce was heading to Stewart Island, but her bag was left in Auckland.

‘People should know better’: Conservationists fume as sea lions harassed for social content

There have been instances of sand, rocks and apples thrown at the animals.

Over-fuelled plane leaves uni-bound passengers behind

Passengers received up to $700 each to disembark the overweight flight.

Cancer patient loses lung after surgeon botches tumour removal

Now he has cancer in his remaining lung which can't be operated on due to only having one.

Phil Gifford: Do the Highlanders have the best player in Super Rugby?

OPINION: The Southern Hemisphere's competition came back with a bang.

‘Ripped off’: Whangārei motorists, officials alarmed over fuel costs

Whangārei's mayor says fuel companies "have a chokehold in Northland".

Winning formula: HB family’s unbeaten run in horse racing

The Andersens enjoyed a 100% winning rate this past week.

Devastated local reflects on 70-year connection to historic hall gutted by fire

Douglas Dance, 84, has been connected to the cinema and hall since he was just 13.

Otago community ‘devastated’ after fire destroys Roxburgh town hall - world’s longest running cinema

The town hall was home to the world's longest-running cinema.

Market close: NZ sharemarket dragged down by F&P Healthcare

The New Zealand sharemarket fell nearly 0.5% as unemployment figures increased.

Breaking the ice: NZ swimmer’s chilly success at world event

Emilia Finer won multiple medals at the ice swimming championships in Italy.

Summer weather expected to stick around for Waitangi Day

Fine conditions are expected for most of the country up to and including Waitangi Day.

Rising rent causing trouble, fishermen warned and Dunedin Hospital hit | NZ Herald News Update

Rising rent is causing trouble for many New Zealanders, the Salvation Army send a warning. Fishermen receive fines for poor conduct as Dunedin Hospital takes another hit.

‘Incredibly distressing’: Doctor worries old disease is making NZ comeback

Painful bone growth disorder appears to making a mysterious resurgence among NZ children.

Fears older people being let down by Dunedin Hospital revamp

The Government confirmed the new Dunedin Hospital will open with 351 beds.