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South Africa humiliate England to waltz into Champions Trophy semifinals
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Live at the St James: Auckland Council approves funding for iconic venue
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‘I’d be crazy not to do it‘: Fyre Festival 2025 announced by convicted founder
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Amelia Kerr to miss White Ferns’ Sri Lanka series, will stay in India for WPL
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‘Carnival atmosphere’: Napier’s bumper crowds smash expectations for Hurricanes, World Tri Cup
'We initially had a target of about 8000, and we well and truly went past that.'
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'Shackles off': Warriors royalty Ali Leiataua poised for breakout NRL season
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Boon boom pow: Community to celebrate street art milestones
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Up the Wwahs: Hamilton 'lures' in three NRLW matches
After a five-year absence, the Warriors return to the NRLW.
Five future stars to watch as Champions Trophy returns
The Champions Trophy returns for the first time since 2017 on Wednesday.
‘Highly unusual’: Superyacht with dirty hull allowed in Hauraki Gulf regatta
The Sea Eagle hosted Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown during its Hauraki Gulf trips.
Rapper Nelly’s NZ gig canned
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Perfumist continues NZB Kiwi naming hoodoo
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Watch: Streaker stops play in Chiefs' win over Blues
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Pictures: 2025 Napier Art Deco Festival reminiscent of era before Covid, Cyclone Gabrielle
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‘No appetite’: NZ Rugby won't budge on All Blacks eligibility after failed Mo’unga swoop
Players must be contracted to the national union to wear the black jersey.
'Crunch time': Black Caps ready and raring for Champions Trophy
Almost every New Zealand player will run out on Wednesday buoyed by a bit of recent form.
'Did not intend to cheat': Sinner accepts three-month ban for doping
However, the world No 1 will miss no Grand Slams in his absence.
‘Remain vigilant’: Rainbow community defiant against violent protests
Destiny Church groups stormed children's event yesterday, blocked Rainbow Parade.
Watch: Auckland hosts Manu World Champs qualifiers, 7m platform erected in Viaduct
Over 1000 competitors have taken the plunge, with 90 securing their place in the final.
Bright ideas for the weekend, from the Lantern Festival to Manu World Champs and the Big Gay Out
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Ben Sears ruled out of Champions Trophy
The Black Caps bowler has been ruled out of the Champions Trophy with a hamstring injury.
Black Caps star ruled out with head injury
Rachin Ravindra suffered a nasty blow to the forehead while fielding in Pakistan.
Black Caps to enjoy ultimate dress rehearsal ahead of Champions Trophy
No one can accuse the Black Caps of being underdone ahead of another major tournament.
Why Greased Lightnin could be the next big name in racing
Co-trainer Scott Phelan sees him as a potential Derby contender.
'Quite fit': Legarto ready for return after year-long break
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Motorhome and caravan army rolls into Napier for Art Deco Festival
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