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Drugs and gangs: Research reveals messaging apps used to sell cannabis, MDMA
Survey of nearly 11,000 users reveals most popular social media apps to purchase drugs.

The hunt for equity: New Zealand's race to space
The space sector added $2.47 billion to the economy in the 2023-24 financial year.

'Investigation cannot be compromised': Top cop accepts McSkimming resignation 'raises questions'
Allegations Police found pornographic material on McSkimming's work computer.

Tech Insider: Willis offers some venture capital sugar, but is it enough?
Finance Minister delivers some unexpected Budget 2025 action.

First XV's budgie smugglers: How Feilding's new undies improve performance
An initial batch quickly sold out, prompting more orders from supporters.

'Good bloke': Ex-minister surprised at top cop's porn allegation
Jevon McSkimming - already under criminal investigation - resigned abruptly yesterday.

Police deputy quits after porn allegedly found on work computer - sources
Pornography allegedly found while high-ranking officer suspended in separate inquiry.

First XV rugby: How King's College got back on top in Auckland
King's College defeated Sacred Heart 36-22 to reclaim the Fitzpatrick-Kirkpatrick Cup.

Mother of all dairy cows inducted into 'Hall of Fame'
“This award recognises April’s extraordinary contribution to our sector."

How coaching changes could shift the balance in ANZ Premiership
Donnell Wallam joins the Mystics from the Queensland Firebirds as a key shooter.

'Sense of injustice': Act minister, National MPs to face protests over pay equity changes
Protests are planned across the country, including outside MPs' offices.

Heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms to lash north, Banks Peninsula state of emergency extended
A bunch of new alerts have been issued as wild weather hits the north tomorrow.

First look: Inside stage one of new Wānaka retirement village
Nothing for under $1m here: the starting point is $1.24m, but prices go up to $4.5m.

Ten Lotto players win nearly $24k each – find out where the tickets were sold
First Division Powerball was not struck and will roll over to $10 million on Saturday.

Rotorua drivers hit with month's parking fees in one day
The council has apologised for any 'short-term inconvenience' the issue caused.

Oldest living All Black Bill McCaw dies
Bill McCaw played five tests and 27 games for the All Blacks.

First XV rankings: Will there be a shift in the southern power balance?
Some unlikely names are looking to upset the usual big names. Mike Thorpe reports.

Pet dog Mike found starved to death in kennel, tethered by rusty chain
The owner said he knew his dog was unwell but couldn't afford to get him checked.

'Daddy's girl': Te Anau character crushed in fatal workplace accident
Lynda Kelly, 63, has been remembered for her care and compassion.

Weather woes easing: 'Plenty of sunshine' forecast to bring relief to NZ
Heavy rain and winds are easing across Aotearoa this weekend.

Fatal workplace accident at transfer station
The transfer station will remain closed until at least Monday.