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'We can’t continue doing what we’re doing': Henry outlines how to improve domestic rugby
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'We can’t continue doing what we’re doing': Henry outlines how to improve domestic rugby

Sir Graham Henry will serve as an independent selector under Dave Rennie.

12 May 09:29 PM
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The kids are all right: Where is the next generation of Black Caps batters?

With an ageing batting unit, succession planning is already well underway.

12 May 08:01 PM
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Rescuers told to wait as man and dogs stranded in middle of flooded Canterbury river

By the time volunteers got there, the vehicle was 'sinking'.

12 May 07:55 PM

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Profit-making property resales drop amid prolonged housing downturn
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Profit-making property resales drop amid prolonged housing downturn

The national median resale gain in the first three months of the year was $285,000.

12 May 05:00 PM
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The failing RSA that used poppy money to stay afloat - and the untapped $200m veteran ‘gold mine’
New Zealand

The failing RSA that used poppy money to stay afloat - and the untapped $200m veteran ‘gold mine’

While one RSA used its poppy money to avoid collapse, others have a fortune in property.

12 May 05:00 PM
Electric dirt bike crash hurls teen into Newmarket shopfront, safety crackdown urged
Auckland

Electric dirt bike crash hurls teen into Newmarket shopfront, safety crackdown urged

12 May 05:00 PM
Police helicopter circles Christchurch suburb as officers hunt suspects
New Zealand

Police helicopter circles Christchurch suburb as officers hunt suspects

12 May 06:59 AM
Popular former campground left to vandals as Kāinga Ora scraps housing plan
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New Zealand

Popular former campground left to vandals as Kāinga Ora scraps housing plan

12 May 04:46 AM
Mum ‘most likely perpetrator’ of baby Soul’s fatal head injuries, inquest hears
New Zealand

Mum ‘most likely perpetrator’ of baby Soul’s fatal head injuries, inquest hears

12 May 04:19 AM
Rare visitor: Crowds flock to see giant Antonov aircraft depart Auckland Airport
Airlines

Rare visitor: Crowds flock to see giant Antonov aircraft depart Auckland Airport

Big boy takes off after wowing crowds during secret mission.

12 May 02:34 AM
'Huge focus on recruiting': Firm under 'pyramid scheme' probe branded scam by own member
New Zealand

'Huge focus on recruiting': Firm under 'pyramid scheme' probe branded scam by own member

The Commerce Commission is investigating SFCVIBE Rating as a pyramid scheme.

11 May 10:00 PM
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Gregor Paul: Ten make-or-break challenges facing new NZ Rugby boss Steve Lancaster
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Gregor Paul: Ten make-or-break challenges facing new NZ Rugby boss Steve Lancaster

OPINION: After a 10-month search, Lancaster has a big job on his hands.

11 May 09:01 PM
Ted Talks: Sir Graham Henry appointed All Blacks selector
All Blacks

Ted Talks: Sir Graham Henry appointed All Blacks selector

Dave Rennie revealed the former All Blacks coach will be part of the new regime.

11 May 08:53 PM
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First XV rugby wrap: All the top schoolboy rugby action nationally
School Rugby

First XV rugby wrap: All the top schoolboy rugby action nationally

Grammar made to work hard but secure victory; top-of-the-table clash set for North Harbour

11 May 05:36 PM
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First XV rugby wrap: All the top schoolboy rugby action nationally
School Rugby

First XV rugby wrap: All the top schoolboy rugby action nationally

Grammar made to work hard but secure victory; top-of-the-table clash set for North Harbour

11 May 05:36 PM
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Opinion: Super Round shows rugby wins when it focuses on fans, not games
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Opinion: Super Round shows rugby wins when it focuses on fans, not games

Fan zones, food trucks and player access turned matches into full-day events.

11 May 05:01 PM
Dream trips on sale: Fiji escape, Vietnam journeys and vintage NSW rail tour
Travel news

Dream trips on sale: Fiji escape, Vietnam journeys and vintage NSW rail tour

From laid-back escapes to unforgettable adventures, where will you go next?

11 May 05:00 PM
‘Traitor’ soldier’s jail term set at 15 months as secrecy fight continues
New Zealand

‘Traitor’ soldier’s jail term set at 15 months as secrecy fight continues

He admitted attempted espionage after a 2019 undercover sting.

11 May 08:30 AM
20 years of Soulstice: How crayfish and sunshine helped Shapeshifter write the classic Kiwi album
Entertainment

20 years of Soulstice: How crayfish and sunshine helped Shapeshifter write the classic Kiwi album

'We’re still learning how to make music together,' says frontman P Digsss.

11 May 07:00 AM
‘I wish I had listened more’: Aunt breaks down over baby Soul’s death
New Zealand

‘I wish I had listened more’: Aunt breaks down over baby Soul’s death

Aunt Skye Lamborn told the inquest she had been closely involved in Soul’s care.

11 May 04:28 AM

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Infamous Crusaders horses spotted at Christchurch's One NZ stadium

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The failing RSA that used poppy money to stay afloat - and the untapped $200m veteran ‘gold mine’
New Zealand

The failing RSA that used poppy money to stay afloat - and the untapped $200m veteran ‘gold mine’

While one RSA used its poppy money to avoid collapse, others have a fortune in property.

12 May 05:00 PM
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Popular former campground left to vandals as Kāinga Ora scraps housing plan
New Zealand

Popular former campground left to vandals as Kāinga Ora scraps housing plan

The 7851sqm Blenheim Road site was meant for social housing, then abandoned.

12 May 04:46 AM
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Gregor Paul: Ten make-or-break challenges facing new NZ Rugby boss Steve Lancaster
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OpinionGregor Paul

Gregor Paul: Ten make-or-break challenges facing new NZ Rugby boss Steve Lancaster

OPINION: After a 10-month search, Lancaster has a big job on his hands.

11 May 09:01 PM
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First XV rugby wrap: All the top schoolboy rugby action nationally
School Rugby

First XV rugby wrap: All the top schoolboy rugby action nationally

Grammar made to work hard but secure victory; top-of-the-table clash set for North Harbour

11 May 05:36 PM
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Opinion: Super Round shows rugby wins when it focuses on fans, not games
Alice Soper
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Opinion: Super Round shows rugby wins when it focuses on fans, not games

Fan zones, food trucks and player access turned matches into full-day events.

11 May 05:01 PM
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Phil Gifford: The returning All Blacks star who can define Super Rugby playoffs charge
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Phil Gifford: The returning All Blacks star who can define Super Rugby playoffs charge

OPINION: The Crusaders have a tough schedule ahead of the knockout rounds in three weeks.

10 May 06:01 PM

More Canterbury news

New daytime host joins The Hits Canterbury airwaves
New Zealand

New daytime host joins The Hits Canterbury airwaves

The Alexandra-born host has fronted local shows in Wellington and Rodney.

10 May 08:00 PM
Man to appear in court after standoff on central Christchurch roof
Christchurch

Man to appear in court after standoff on central Christchurch roof

He was filmed on a rooftop swinging a large pole as lasers targeted him.

10 May 07:30 PM
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Phil Gifford: The returning All Blacks star who can define Super Rugby playoffs charge
Phil Gifford
OpinionPhil Gifford

Phil Gifford: The returning All Blacks star who can define Super Rugby playoffs charge

OPINION: The Crusaders have a tough schedule ahead of the knockout rounds in three weeks.

10 May 06:01 PM
NICU crisis: Single mum flies between two cities with twins in separate hospitals
New Zealand

NICU crisis: Single mum flies between two cities with twins in separate hospitals

Rebecca Fitzgerald’s twins were born at just 23 weeks, weighing under 800g.

10 May 06:00 PM
Police investigating after two suffer stab-like wounds in Christchurch
Christchurch

Police investigating after two suffer stab-like wounds in Christchurch

Two people suffered moderate to serious stab-like injuries.

10 May 08:48 AM
The reality of life for NZ's top women's rugby players
Sport

The reality of life for NZ's top women's rugby players

Non-Black Ferns earn about $17,000 a season in Super Rugby Aupiki.

10 May 06:20 AM
Toddler dies after vehicle incident at Canterbury property
New Zealand

Toddler dies after vehicle incident at Canterbury property

Emergency services were called to the Lake Ellesmere property.

10 May 03:20 AM
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Starmer faces stalking-horse leadership challenge
World

Starmer faces stalking-horse leadership challenge

Labour lost 1492 council seats, with 39 MPs urging the PM to quit.

09 May 11:37 PM
Rotorua artist's 'confronting' portrait: Finalist for 'difficult competition'
New Zealand

Rotorua artist's 'confronting' portrait: Finalist for 'difficult competition'

The portraits will tour New Zealand galleries.

09 May 10:00 PM
How to plan an autumn break with food, tea tours and rooftop live jazz
Travel news

How to plan an autumn break with food, tea tours and rooftop live jazz

From tea fields to snowfields: Tea estates, rooftop jazz and early snow in Queenstown.

09 May 07:00 PM
Trailblazing mum: How one woman turns 85km hikes into family adventures
Travel

Trailblazing mum: How one woman turns 85km hikes into family adventures

How a 'super-mum' turns remote huts and long tramps into her kids' happy place.

09 May 07:00 PM
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'One of my favourite places': Why Jack Johnson keeps coming back to New Zealand
Entertainment

'One of my favourite places': Why Jack Johnson keeps coming back to New Zealand

The surf rocker will play two shows here with Ben Harper in November.

09 May 06:00 PM
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: You can cut all the town bins you like, it won't reduce your rates
Heather du Plessis-Allan
OpinionHeather du Plessis-Allan

Heather du Plessis-Allan: You can cut all the town bins you like, it won't reduce your rates

Councils have three months to decide who they join and how it will work.

09 May 06:00 PM
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Ranked: The most bizarre endings in sports finals
Sport

Ranked: The most bizarre endings in sports finals

Decisions from referees and officials left trophies mired in long disputes.

09 May 05:01 PM
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