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Dunedin-born teen Niamh Crooks in "total shock" at songwriting win
Over 100 Kiwis entered the national competition.

'The best of the best': NZ Festival of Squash attracts world-class top seeds
Tauranga is to host the NZ Festival of Squash - and some of the world's best players.

Royal status for Horowhenua AP&I Show
The Horowhenua AP&I Show has impressed the Royal Agricultural Society.

In pictures: Muddy madness in Central Hawke’s Bay; fresh and clean hip-hop in Hastings
Slick dance moves and slippery slopes combined this weekend.

Great day for 2023 Kerikeri Half Marathon, but popular Kerikeri Street Party postponed
A little rain didn't dampen the spirits of Kerikeri Half Marathon runners and walkers.

WIN: A double pass to Synthony in the Domain 2024 - 10th February Auckland Domain
This competition is now closed.

‘Really thrilled’: Napier to feature on the world triathlon circuit
Tick off February 24-25 for the triathlon in Napier.

Mo bros to risk it with the brisket at burger eating contest
Burger eating contest to feed funds into men's health.

Be in to win a family movie pass to the NZ Premiere of Wonka
This competition is now closed.

Kiwis cry fowl over John Oliver's Bird of the Century campaign
A conservation advocate likens it to Russia's meddling in the 2016 US election.

Pacific Games 2023: Niue's flagbearer has Solomon link
Ramsi Edwards is proud to represent the Solomon Islands at the 2023 Pacific Games.

Watch: US talk show host John Oliver’s hilarious pūteketeke campaign
"This is what democracy is all about: America interfering in foreign elections.”

Basketball: Breakers fall on final possession to Sydney Kings
The Breakers had the ball in their hands to win the game, but couldn't make it count.

Win yourself some wine-tasting and a meal out with Taste Hastings
A big street party is coming to town.

UFC: Kiwi kickboxer grapples with improved technique for step up to big time
Young hopeful adds grappling strength to move to the next level.

Why we need to beat the Boks for a complete set of RWC titles
Rugby's greatest rivalry is bigger than this tournament.

'Serious nastiness': Where a Kiwi boxer has the edge in upcoming world title eliminator
Andrei Mikhailovich looks to earn a world title shot against Denis Radovan in December.

Former All Black 'deeply frustrated and disappointed’ over World Rugby changes
The new competition "undermines the spirit of inclusivity" of rugby, says Lima Sopoaga.

WIN: 5x double passes to concert film STOP MAKING SENSE - In cinemas November 2
This competition is now closed.

First Iwi of Origin surf crown for Ngāpuhi
Iwi of Origin won by Ngāpuhi at the Aotearoa Māori Surfing Titles.

Surfcasters line Napier beach for kahawai competition
The winning kahawai, weighing in at 2.56kg, was caught by Dion Jeffares.

Cheatham drops 30 but Breakers fall short in NBL return
The Breakers had three players foul out of the game.

'We built this city on sausage rolls': Levin's famed savoury treats missing from Bakels competition
Levin is famous for the width and girth of its sausage rolls.

Major changes for 2024 Baywide Premier rugby season
The changes come after an “exhaustive three-month consultation and feedback process".

Rugby league: Omahu Huia score 13 tries in league final walkover
Omahu Huia won their second Hawke's Bay premier rugby league title in three years.