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The 5m-long beast swam around the jetski before bumping it and moving on.
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Sir Russell Coutts speaks to Newstalk ZB on the Auckland SailGP
Sir Russell Coutts spoke to Newstalk ZB about the Auckland Sail GP and his future plans for the event. Video / NZ Herald
Coutts reveals talks over long-term hosting agreement in Auckland
'We wanted to try Auckland and see if it worked. It clearly has.'
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'It is sickening and they are evil': A teenage pack-rape survivor speaks out
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Rivalry reignites as familiar Burling and Tuke foe joins SailGP fleet
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Auckland’s weather forecast goes downhill: Showers, strong winds forecast amid SailGP
Increasing cloud expected for City of Sails, along with showers, and a daily high of 24C.
Smoke warning for West Auckand after fire on Māngere Mountain
Smoke from the blaze drifted as far west as Piha, prompting a Fire and Emergency warning.
‘That saved us’: What the Black Foils learned from day one in Auckland
New Zealand team remain in the hunt after a slow start at SailGP Auckland.
Watch: Firefighters battling large blaze on Mangere Mountain overnight.
Fire crews have contained a large blaze that broke out on Mangere Mountain last night. Video / NZ Herald
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Kāinga Ora’s $1.2m Meadowbank apartments sit vacant for months
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‘Love you mum’: 501 sentenced for stealing $249k Porsche before police pursuit
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Black Foils save best for last on tricky day at SailGP Auckland
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SailGP Auckland recap: Black Foils claim victory in final race
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US man hooks possible record 250kg tuna near Great Barrier on his third-ever fishing trip
The beginner angler fought a marathon 8.5-hour battle and also missed Christmas lunch.
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It’s hard to love Auckland after a holiday - Kim Knight
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Fishers urged to stop lighting fires in Auckland parks
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Large fire at former Centrepoint commune overnight
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Boots, beers, and ballads: Luke Combs' unforgettable Auckland gig
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Auckland faces major event amid rail closures, bad weather
Major sporting and music events set to take place despite transport, weather issues.
Victim ‘horrified’ as court removes abuser from sex offender register
After a 16-year battle for justice, the victim regrets going to authorities.
Man critically injured outside music star's Auckland concert
A man was arrested and charged with wounding with intent to injure.
Ghahraman’s $150 shopping incident: Pak’nSave never complained so how did cops find out?
Police wanted Golriz Ghahraman's new alleged shoplifting claim in her High Court appeal.
'My baby!': Protective mother shielded 3yo as masked strangers invaded motel room, swinging bat
The attack stopped only after the bat split in two.