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Watch: Kiwi aerospace entrepreneur becomes first New Zealander in space
The flight reached 105km, just past the Kármán line, and lasted 11 minutes.
Mo’unga shrugs off broken hand to win Japanese title
The former All Blacks first-five played a key role in the win.
Gregor Paul: NZ rugby must tackle its coaching respect issue
OPINION: Assistant coaches should not forget who's the boss.
How Dutch-born lock's All Blacks dream is within reach
Fabian Holland is on the cusp of realising his dream after shifting to NZ as a teenager.
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Health NZ approves company's bid to become its own primary health organisation
About 80,000 enrolled patients will move to the new Health NZ contract by July 1.
Drunk driver allegedly five times over limit arrested in Oamaru
A driver was reported for dangerous driving on State Highway 1 in Oamaru.
Early prison release for man with 168 convictions and 'high risk' of violence
The recidivist offender will have to wear an ankle bracelet when he gets out.
Boarding school student disciplined for video of attempted assault on Uber driver
The incident involved four teens and was caught on video, now circulating online.
New retailer The Outlet set to open next week
The Outlet opens on June 3 online and in store, offering off-price retail.
Fatal crash involving truck claims life in Christchurch ahead of long weekend
A crash in Templeton involved a truck and two cars at Newtons Rd.
'Heart of gold': Super Rugby star's moving tribute to slain teen
Heartbroken family member of homicide victim says rugby hero's gesture was special.
David Trist, former Black Caps coach dies aged 77
He coached the Black Caps from 1999 to 2001.
Disgraced eye surgeon gets parole but banned from Canterbury
Ian Dallison was jailed after attempting to murder his landlord in Christchurch in 2022.
New Zealander killed in Ukraine died trying to save fellow soldiers
Shan-Le Kearns is the fourth New Zealander known to have died in the conflict.
Kiwi top cop's new Australian police chief job at risk after citizenship questions
Victorian Government rushing law change to ensure Mike Bush can stay in new role.
King’s Birthday 2025: What you need to know for the long weekend
Expect cooler weather, cafe surcharges and extra police on the roads.
Young trotter has the power to keep winning at Alexandra Park
The new Metro series has breathed life into Alexandra Park's winter racing.
'Cat-shaped hole': Call to include feral cats in predator strategy
Some groups warned of the need to draw a clear line between feral and domestic cats.
'No evidence yet': Scrutiny over charter schools' reporting requirements
The Government allocated $153m to reintroduce charter schools over four years.
'Significant reset': Ryman CEO Naomi James on latest year
'Challenging market conditions': revenue up but devaluations, other items hit bottom line.
Pedestrian dies after being hit by car in Christchurch
Police have confirmed the man died in hospital the following day from his injuries.
Society Insider: Rich Lister’s milestone year; Kiwi Bondi Rescue star’s move to real estate; model and entrepreneur’s very modern family
Ricardo Simich has the latest society news.
Watch - 'National emergency': Mental health patients absconding from EDs
EDs have become the default facility for mental health amid a lack of community services.
Powerball jackpot rolls over to $10m, seven players share First Division prize
Check the numbers from tonight's draw to see if you are a winner.
'He looked all pale': Woman recalls discovering dead body in her bed
She denies sending Facebook messages shortly before Rau Tongia was killed in bed.
Super Rugby teams: Big names return with playoffs spots on the line
All the ins-and-outs ahead of round 16 of the Super Rugby Pacific season.
More than $160m to build 115 new classrooms, three new schools in Canterbury
Minister says the community had been 'loud and clear' about the lack of space.