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All Blacks: Richie McCaw - rugby's most wanted
Five months after Irish No 8 Jamie Heaslip brazenly kneed the All Blacks captain in the back, McCaw barely recalls the incident ahead of presumably their next encounter

Jack Johnson: Saint of surf
Singer-songwriter Jack Johnson is heading back to our shores soon. By Paula Yeoman.

Redbacks could threaten native wildlife - scientist
Redback spiders could thrive in some areas of NZ, posing a real threat to native wildlife, a scientist says.

Success: Hooking on to a winning formula
Looking after long-standing clients has paid off for a west coast seafood supplier.

Two firefighters hurt in huge Taranaki blaze
Two firefighters have been injured - one of them seriously - battling a large fire at a poultry farm near New Plymouth.

Rugby: Late burst secures Taranaki win
Two tries in the closing seven minutes secured Taranaki a 30-16 bonus try win over Manawatu.

Unlocking the gates of Taranaki's past
You'll be surprised what's behind them, writes Chris Samsara.

iPod warning after teen girl's death
iPod users are being warned by police to be vigilant on the roads after the death of a young woman who was hit by a car while listening to music.

Rugby: Taranaki climb to third
Taranaki soared into third spot in the ITM Cup on the back of a solid 28-19 win over Counties Manukau.