Rocket Lab shifts Nasa’s satellite launches from Virginia to New Zealand
The first launch is named 'Rocket like a hurricane'.
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Lack of Māori and Pacific participation in census doesn't add up for statisticians
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State Highway 1 blocked near Taupō by falling tree
The tree fell across both lanes, causing delays for motorists.
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Opinion: Our editorial on voter demographics and targeted policies.
'Wild West': Big housing project a return to bad city planning, councillor says
The councillor believes the application should be publicly notified to give people a say.
Search on for two overdue hunters in East Coast forest
Searchers on the ground and in the air have been combing the area today.
Tasman tornado: 50 homes damaged after ‘unreal’ tornado strikes near Nelson
MetService says Nelson is under a severe thunderstorm watch.
'It's a living nightmare': Clean-up begins in Auckland after tornado, 12 homes yellow-stickered
About 60 - 70 homes have been assessed so far.
'It's a living nightmare': Clean-up begins in Auckland after tornado
The twister caused damage to parts of east Auckland last night about 9pm.
'People are heartbroken': Tornado hits Auckland, resident describes 'scary scene'
The twister caused damage to parts of east Auckland last night about 9pm.
'I'm still waiting': Survivor of horror van crash desperate for answers eight months on
Pedro Clariman says he's lonely and traumatised after losing 7 family members in crash.
'Massive damage': Tornado hits Auckland, roofs lifted from homes
The twister has smashed parts of East Tamaki tonight.
Eldest surviving sister of Schlaepfer family massacre dies
Kerry and Linda were the sole survivors after their grandfather killed six relatives.
Whooping cough and the uncle I never knew: Seven decades of sorrow and silence
Kiwi babies are still dying of the preventable disease that killed my uncle 75 years ago.
Editorial: NZ's alliances with Aukus and Nato
Opinion: Our editorial on Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta's positioning of NZ.
Culture Kings founder laughs off $500 million US stock market loss
'It’s an important lesson there to de-risk.'
How to get through a traffic-delayed road trip this weekend
There are ways to make the journey part of the holiday fun.
'Significant concerns': Wesley College breaks silence over statutory manager
School warned of duty of care to keep students “physically and emotionally safe".
'Shouldn't be allowed in': Tensions rising in storm-hit Auckland community
There are calls for security guards to protect red-stickered homes from looters.
Statutory manager steps in at Auckland school amid violence claims
It follows concerns about violence and management of the school's hostels.
‘Because I’m a Māori’: Buck Shelford on his axing from the ABs and what’s wrong with the haka
All Blacks great 'Buck' Shelford was dumped and forgotten by the NZ Rugby Union.
'Humiliated and destroyed': Gym instructor stopped washing after unjust sacking
Company liquidated days after ERA ruling, timing labelled 'suspicious' by man's advocate.
'Logical fit': Expert claims NZ's relationship to Nato is getting stronger
Foreign Affairs Minister Nanaia Mahuta to attend Nato meeting in Europe this week.
'Just a normal jump': Traumatised skydiver breaks silence after fatal Muriwai accident
Skydive Auckland says it's been unfairly singled out by the watchdog.
Editorial: Sign of the times underscores climate’s importance in election
Glacier retreat emphasises the urgency of slowing warming.
Kiwi who died in Costa Rica on 35th birthday 'a bright light'
His friends say he was 'a true Earth angel'.
'Too scared' to drive $67k car: Mercedes sold back to dealer after five malfunctions
The luxury car was supposed to be a retirement 'treat', but left her too scared to drive.
Jono & Ben challenge US weatherman to insert Kiwi song into forecast
The duo challenged Adam Krueger to insert Lorde lyrics into his weather report.
Hayley Holt’s healing: 'My love just keeps growing’
The broadcaster introduces us to her baby son Raven: "He has healed me."
Aussie retiree forced to wear husband's undies on Kiwi cruise amid lost luggage
Cheryl described the cruise line’s handling of the incident as "disgraceful".
Editorial: Political landscape strewn with debacle
Opinion: Our editorial on an inglorious period for our elected officials.
Incredibly detailed world map reveals the animal kingdom’s top dog
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Person alleged to have blackmailed public figure appears in court
The accused has been charged with blackmail and pleaded not guilty.
Red Cross donating $1 million to Wairoa community
Generous Kiwis have so far donated more than $18 million to the fund.