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Ellesse Andrews became the second New Zealander to claim Olympics gold at the velodrome.
'Incredibly special': Kiwi kayakers break 40-year medal drought
It's the most coveted prize in all kayak sprint disciplines.
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It's not high stakes, but a Napier family want to get to the meat of the matter.
Long days and freezing nights in search of the perfect photo
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'This is democracy manifest!' Viral Australian internet star dead at 82
Jack Karlson was the man behind one of Australia's most iconic memes.
Thunderstorms, hail, rain to hit Auckland, snow warnings for SI alpine passes
The rain will move down the country in bands, soaking most of the North Island.
Power prices double in three weeks; Government may intervene
Shane Jones says the Government is considering intervening to force lower prices.
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Olympics 2024: Pursuit team claim silver, Eliza out of medals
Dame Lisa Carrington and Aimee Fisher are set to battle it out.
Watch: Polkinghorne describes finding wife dead in police interview
The Auckland eye surgeon is accused of fatally strangling wife Pauline Hanna.
Kaipara District Council votes to disestablish Māori ward
Mayor Craig Jepson said he was elated at the decision.
'I want answers': Family of mum found dead on beach desperate for information on eve of tangi
Police believed to be looking for man seen with Jo Sione-Lauaki in lead-up to her death.
Security guard used 'excessive force' in restraining Eden Park pitch invader during rugby match
The guard said he was under severe stress and it was a “high-pressure environment".
'Unforgettable legacy': Beloved Auckland restaurant announces closure
After eight years on Karangahape Rd, Madame George will close its doors.
'Great family man': Kiwi chopper pilot killed by Papua rebels an experienced South Island airman
Gunmen murdered the pilot as he touched down in a remote area.
'Running out of time': A big asteroid is coming close, should we be excited or afraid?
A massive space rock will go hurtling past Earth, zooming 10 times faster than a bullet.
Bespoke treehouse wins architectural design award
'I’d always wanted to build something among the trees.'
'I know she’s here': Silver medallist pays tribute to late friend Podmore
New Zealand cyclists have made a great start at the velodrome.
Teenager sues Meta over ‘addictive’ Instagram features
Lawsuit alleges platform knowingly exposes teens to harmful content.
Shaun Johnson announces NRL retirement
"This is a decision that I’ve sat with for a while now," he said.
Olympics 2024: Paris' worst fears as E. coli rules triathlete out of Games
All the action you may have missed from day nine of the Paris Olympics 2024.
'Still very wobbly': Dog which accidently ingested meth and MDMA slowly recovers
The pet terrier still needs to be on anti-seizure meds after her ordeal.
Watch: Footage shows train hitting car in near-fatal collision
Distressed train drivers can be heard yelling "Jesus" as the car speeds into their path.
The 'shocking' data that pushed forward new maths curriculum
Luxon's conference maths announcement was pulled together in a few days.
Helmet rule introduced at ice skating rink where teen suffered fatal injury
The teenager suffered an 'unsurvivable' head injury while on a school trip.
'Definitely disappointed’: Zoe Hobbs' heartbreak after missing Olympic 100m final
On the last step towards her Everest, Hobbs had stumbled, just a little bit.
'I gave it a go': Injured Walsh didn't want to give up
Tom Walsh reveals what happened and his thought process during the final.
While you were sleeping day eight: Twigg's stunning silver, Walsh can't go on
All the action you may have missed from day eight of the Paris Olympics 2024.
‘Help’: Husband believes ‘someone else was involved’ after wife’s final text before unexplained death
"She sent me a text that said, ‘Help’", Jared Sione-Lauaki says of wife Jo's final message
'Really tripping balls': Auckland dog eats meth during walk
Fleur's owner wants to raise awareness over rising meth use in the city.
'Leap of faith': Kiwi teen offered a place at prestigious Paris Opera Ballet
India Shackel channelled former All Blacks captain Richie McCaw to calm her nerves.
'When someone on the street dies it's sacred': Steve Braunias on the life and death of One Dread
The true story of the little stooped man who wandered the streets of Auckland for 40 years
On the run: Champagne-and-oyster fugitive James Bryant accused of harassment
Maverick James Bryant is believed to have harassed his housemates.
Watch: Man spits on Auckland bus, triggering disgust and outrage on social media
Auckland Transport says it is aware of the incident 'and our teams are looking into it'.