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Elliot Smith and Liam Napier discuss the All Blacks team announcement ahead of Saturday's test match against Argentina. Video / Mark Mitchell
Air New Zealand reveal new safety training simulator
Air New Zealand Chief Operational Integrity and Safety Officer explains the CEET service and safety training simulator for Cabin Crew. Video / Michael Craig
Listen in full: Covert recording of wife Pauline Hanna describing surgeon husband as 'sex fiend'
The recording made of Hanna by a relative when she visited their Hawkes Bay property, in which Hanna describes Polkinghorne as a 'sex fiend', was played to the jury in court.
Anniversary of the Battle of Chunuk Bair
A wreath-laying ceremony took place in Stratford, Taranaki on August 8, marking the anniversary of the Battle of Chunuk Bair. Video / Ilona Hanne
Stunning capture of Milky Way over Tongariro National Park
Photographer Larn Berge talks about his journey to take a 180-degree panorama of the Milky Way over the snowy caps of Mount Ruapehu and Mount Ngāuruhoe. Video / Larn Berge
We Were Dangerous trailer
A story about a rebellious trio of girls railing against the system in 1950s New Zealand, Josephine Stewart-Te Whiu’s debut feature film is released nationwide August 22.
Government announces new funding access for council-owned water companies
The Government has unveiled changes to allow new council-owned water companies to be able to access more cheap borrowing from the Local Government Funding Agency (LGFA)
Momentum building for Dame Lisa Carrington and New Zealand women's kayaking team
Close to midnight tonight, Gisborne paddler Hoskin, Dame Lisa Carrington, of Ngati Porou descent, Olivia Brett and Tara Vaughan will contest the Paris Olympics K4 women’s final.
Paris Olympics: While you were sleeping day ten action
Finn Butcher claimed New Zealand's third gold while the Women's Sprint Team won silver. Video / Chereè Kinnear / Sky Sports / Getty / Photosport
Paris Olympics: While you were sleeping day twelve action
Track women's team pursuit win silver, pole vault trio miss out and sailing gets postponed. Video / Chereè Kinnear / Sky Sports / Getty / Photosport
Frank Film Episode Thirteen: New mining coming to the coast?
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Inside the Rovers: Oscar’s Big Chance
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Petition pushes for natural burial in Rotorua
Te Atawhai Aroha Trust is seeking for a natural burial zone to be created in Rotorua. Video / Laura Smith
Dame Lisa Carrington and Aimee Fisher win their Women’s K1 500m heats
Both Dame Lisa Carrington and Aimee Fisher came out on top in their Women’s K1 500m heats. Video / Sky Sport
Philip Polkinghorne describes finding wife dead and final night together
The eye surgeon was interviewed by Detective Ilona Walton on the morning he reported Pauline Hanna dead, April 5, 2021. Video/Pool
Pera Paniora speaks out following the council's decision to abolish Maori wards
Maori ward councillor, Pera Paniora, speaks after council voted to disestablish Maori wards. Video / Michael Craig
Hundreds gather for Jo Sione-Lauaki’s funeral
Hundreds have gathered following the death of mother-of-eight Jo Sione-Lauaki. Video / Cherie Howie / Alex Burton
Fire at vacant home in Napier suburb
The cause of a large fire at a vacant home in Ahuriri is being investigated. Video / Missy Quito
Is a rate cut on its way?
The job market deteriorated in the June quarter, with unemployment rising to 4.6%. Video / Jason Dorday
The man helping Kamala Harris win over America
Tim Walz has been selected as Kamala Harris' running mate for the US presidential election. Video / Cameron Pitney / Jason Dorday / Getty
Bodycam after man killed his three children
Bodycam footage has captured the moments police arrested an Ohio man after he killed his three children and wounded the mother. Video / Law&Crime Network
Arsonists set themselves on fire
Two arsonists set themselves alight while trying to burn Auckland barber shop. Video / one_two_upper_cuts
Harris reveals running mate and rental market concerns | Morning Bulletin August 7, 2024
In today's headlines with Susie Nordqvist, Kamala Harris has selected her running mate, and pathologist says it's likely Lachie Jones drowned. Video / NZ Herald / Getty
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Plane crashes at US golf course, narrowly misses golfer
The small plane came down near the 10th hole and ended up against the pro shop. Video / Sacramento Fire Department / Haggins Oaks golf course
Paris Olympics: While you were sleeping day eleven action
Dame Lisa Carrington kicked off her Games campaign while speed climber Julian David blitzed his way into the finals. Video / Chereè Kinnear / Sky Sports / Getty / Photosport
Paris Olympics: Fans get amongst Skateboarding action and Breaking classes
La Concorde has been transformed into a trendy hub housing a few of the non-traditional sports at the Games. Video / Chereè Kinnear
Social Media Etiquette: Workplace relations
What are the rules of engagement with colleagues - and especially bosses - online? Video / Alex Cairns
Frank Film Episode Eleven: The Joy of Performance
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Frank Film Episode Twelve: Artists’ Lives
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Act MP Karen Chhour's response to Speaker Gerry Brownlee addressing bullying concerns
Act MP Karen Chhour speaks after Speaker Gerry Brownlee addresses concerns about personal attacks and bullying of her and other MPs. Video / Claire Trevett
Watch: Friend gives evidence on day 7 of Philip Polkinghorne murder trial
Philip Polkinghorne murder trial: Friend describes changes in character before Pauline Hanna's death. Video / NZ Herald
Dead bodies 'treated like rubbish'
Tipene Funerals is under fire after a former employee was accused of putting dead bodies in plastic bags. Video / Finn Little
Foul play suspected in Northland beach death
Jo Sione-Lauaki was found dead on a remote Northland beach on Friday, after failing to return home on Thursday night. Video / Cameron Pitney / NZ Herald
Why stock markets are falling
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Police believe Joanna Mai Sione-Lauaki was the victim of foul play
The family of Dargaville mother of eight Joanna Mai Sione-Lauaki say police told them they believe she was the victim of foul play. Video / Corey Fleming
Paris Olympics: Finn Butcher celebrates Olympic gold with family
Finn Butcher's parents couldn't believe it when their son crossed the finish line winning New Zealand's third gold at the Paris Olympics. Video / Chereè Kinnear
ADHD fears over screen time | Morning Bulletin August 6, 2024
In today's headlines with Susie Nordqvist, ADHD fears over screens, mortgage cuts tipped sooner. Video / NZ Herald / Getty