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From hobo chic to high-tech hikers: Has tramping gone soft?
A very Kiwi pastime is evolving as changing needs and international demand drive up costs.

Film producer declared bankrupt after leaky Auckland penthouse dispute
He was made bankrupt after a body corporate took the dispute to court.

Karen Walker, Juliette Hogan and Kathryn Wilson on why they're backing this year's NZ Fashion Week
Three big names on why they're showing up for themselves and the future of the industry.

NZ’s largest taxpayers revealed - does big business play fair?
Thirteen companies each pay more than $100m in annual income taxes.

Jesse Mulligan: The 'game-changing' restaurant keeping the North Shore happy
Choose your own adventure at this wine bar that completes a hospitality trio.

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New visa: Why Ministers were warned over migrant numbers, health system impact
One model presented to ministers showed a potential surge of up to 15,000 migrants.

'I was in tears': Girls speak about being targeted by NZ predator posing as child online
The girls were targeted by a Wellington man posing as an 11-year-old girl online.

Battle for fiscal hole unit ends as Act and NZ First block Nicola Willis’ proposal
After nine years of trying, attempts to create a costings unit ended this week.

Scammer who refused to name co-offenders may inherit share of $337k theft - judge
The judge threw out the appeal, ruling his prison sentence 'could well have been higher'.

'Denied a fighting chance': Auckland woman's plea to fund life-saving cancer drug
Catherine Cooke petitions Govt to fund Keytruda for early triple negative breast cancer.

Top Auckland chef's tiny cut nearly fatal, warns other 'Kiwi blokes' of risks
Doctors told Phil Clark: 'You're about an hour away from losing your thumb or your life.'
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Rates and CVs: Why your rates may rise even as property values fall
Auckland's rates increased by 5.8%, while Wellington's rose by 12%.

'A couple of detractors': Revealed - the early battle to get The Casketeers to air on TVNZ
The founder and owneer of Great Southern Television on the future of the screen industry.

KidsCan founder on how an abusive relationship shaped her empathy
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Qantas cyberattack: Airline says scammers active but systems secure
No contact from hacker, Qantas says, despite claim attack had notorious group's hallmarks.
Record highs for US markets: What it means for KiwiSaver investors
KiwiSaver funds have about $35 billion in US equities.
NZ's most photographed hotel up for sale
One of the owners, Cade Thornton, asked that offers to buy the hotel go directly to him.
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‘It’s a new weekend’: The factor in Lawson's favour for British Grand Prix
The Kiwi boasts a strong record at Silverstone before this weekend’s race.

'There are always rumours': Verstappen refuses to be drawn on future
The Red Bull driver has been linked with a move to Mercedes for the 2026 season.

Mexican boxer arrested, faces deportation days after loss to Jake Paul
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was arrested by US immigration officers in Los Angeles.
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Wildfires rage on Crete amid deadly European heatwave
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Analysis: The House folds under pressure from Trump - again
Analysis: It has become a recurring theme of the 119th Congress.

'One Big Beautiful Bill': House passes US$3.4t tax and immigration bill after tight vote
The bill raises the borrowing cap by US$5t, avoiding a debt default.
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10 ways to wear polkadots this season, from vintage inspirations to cheeky styles
An enduring pattern finds fresh twists.

Hearty, nourishing, inexpensive: Try this warming winter lentil and tomato broth
This broth will be one to have on heavy rotation throughout the winter months.

Can Savile Row be saved by women who want power suits?
Taking women’s tailoring to the world’s most famous street for men's clothing.
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Weekend wine guide: Expensive wines are wasted on the average consumer, buy cheap and enjoy
Studies are showing that most people can't taste the difference.

US basketballer Caitlin Clark’s arms have people talking. Why does female muscle still divide opinion?
Strong women’s bodies are more likely to be admired if they are also lean.

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The high-protein food boom: What it means for NZ consumers
Nutritionist Nikki Hart says protein helps muscles, immune system, and hormone production.

Actor Michael Madsen dead at 67
The Kill Bill star was found unresponsive at his Malibu home.

The surprising health benefits of magic mushrooms
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'Special ceiling': sun and moon art adorn new Auckland train station
'Representing the history of this area. This ridgeline was a kauri forest.' - Barry Potter

Singapore firm partners with iwi, transforming game design with $1m investment
Hidden's immersive games blend history and storytelling, inspired by Māori traditions.

'Until we meet again': Hundreds gather in Taihape to mourn 'peaceful leader'
'She was bold, beautiful and she was ours.'
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