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Proposed name for new RNZ-TVNZ mega-entity revealed
Draft legislation would see state broadcasters RNZ and TVNZ subsumed into a new entity.

A Moment In Crime: Evil stepfather - Bruce Howse and the murders of Olympia Jetson and Saliel Aplin
Herald podcast A Moment In Crime looks back at the murders of two young Masterton sisters

Interpreter charged as immigration officials unearth asylum seeker scam
Immigration staff discover group's scheme to exploit refugee and protection system.

Long weekend traffic: Delays expected in Auckland as motorists escape city
Delays expected across key routes, especially north and south of Auckland.

Ingham twin's son learned of her death in the news
Joanne Ingham was living in emergency accommodation and battling alcohol addiction.

Supermarket 'superhero': Man run over by getaway car after helping elderly robbery victim
'Superhero' dad stepped in to help elderly woman and ended up needing surgery on his leg.

'He had a big knife, running at me': Terror at mass stabbing scene
'I was screaming, calling out for help because he was chasing me with this big knife.'

RIP Ernest Adams, the nation's slice
A go-to slice for many Kiwis has been unceremoniously 'deleted' by manufacturer.

'Exceptional kickers': What new rules mean for Auckland schoolboy rugby
All the big talking points across the Auckland schoolboy rugby competition.

Uvalde school district police chief put on leave after mass shooting
Uvalde school district's police chief was put on leave following the recent mass shooting.

'Worst I've ever seen': Maurice Williamson condemns 'shocking' process around Peter Goodfellow resignation
Maurice Williamson says National should re-open nominations for its board.

Review: Dame Whina Cooper biopic worth marching to the cinema for
This biopic about one of Aotearoa's most iconic leaders is powerful stuff.

Powerball riches! Lotto winner scoops $12 million
Wednesday night's winner is the ninth Powerball multi-millionaire of 2022.

Auckland Crown Solicitor to take on new role
He thanked many involved in his work as well as victims of crime and their whānau.

Afghanistan earthquake kills at least 1000 people, deadliest in decades
A powerful earthquake struck a rural, mountainous region of eastern Afghanistan.

'National incident' as feared disease returns to UK
Once common disease that can cause paralysis or death has made a shock comeback.

Joe Biden calls for widespread suspension of US fuel taxes
US election-year move meant to ease financial pressure at the pump.

Christopher Luxon: Gangs shouldn't decide when to cease fire
OPINION: National would support the Government in doing something about the problem.

Under-siege Netflix to make more drastic cuts
The streaming giant is reportedly about to embark on another round of mass lay-offs.

'They are just empty words:' Victim begs judge not to fall for rapist's remorse
Cory Taylor's sexual abuse spanned 12 years.

Emails reveal officials had correct information before false Bellis statements
Emails reveal officials discussing correct information minister's false statements.

Star hunt, fireworks and art: How Pōneke Wellington will celebrate Matariki this weekend
It's the first time Matariki has been a national holiday.

America's biggest country star reveals All Blacks dream
Luke Combs was one try from rugby glory, but he traded it all for Crocs and a microphone.

'Clear and compelling case' for ferry service, but it could cost $17m
A business leader says in his view the study makes "no new progress".

Sideswipe: Chew on this
A daily column looking at humorous, satirical and simply strange news.

'Life hacks' to horses breeding: Mayor details 'crazy' hack of his Facebook pages
'This is quite a lesson in how vulnerable things are.'

Shane Te Pou: Tolerance needed in face of people's fear of unknown
OPINION: Younger Kiwis are more at ease with gender and identity issues.

15-year-old cold case: 'Foul play' in woman's disappearance
Annabell Tumanako disappeared on June 23, 2007. Police suspect foul play.

Road safety expert busts myths on what can and can't reduce road toll
Improving safety on the roads will require a multi-pronged approach.