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$35K and counting: Hairdresser and barbers fight mounting bills
Auckland hairdressers and barbers say they need more targeted financial support.
Scared tourism operators and empty rooms: Northland businesses struggling to cope
Auckland's ongoing lockdown is starting to take a toll on frayed Northland businesses.
Wgtn cafe Prefab opens new coffee bar after abrupt closure, letting all staff go
The coffee bar has reduced hours and a simplified breakfast menu.
Defence contractors upgrading NZDF warships locked in legal battle
Canadian contractors blaming each other for delays and cost blowouts.
New Zealand's 2023 census first to collect gender and sexual identity data
Other new questions include activity limitations and or disabilities.
Wizard of NZ to continue duties without pay after contract cancelled
Wizard's $16,000 council contract torn up.
Farmers store 'racist' rant: Terror victim calls for kindness
Woman captured on camera in "racist" rant ended up in court.
MIQ apology: Son's emergency allocation bid approved to bury father
Father's ashes will be spread at Stewart Island as his dad wished.
'Aggressive and unsustainable': Wellington lobby group taking airport to court over planned expansion
The group says the expansion will "vastly" increase pollution – but the airport disagrees.
Crossing the Tongariro: Take a day or a little longer
Whether you make it a one-day experience or longer, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is epic.
Analysis: Wellington City Council's tricky call on whether to replace a colleague
A can of worms has been opened at the council after a resignation due to a health scare.
'Killing livelihoods': Battered Auckland businesses fear the worst
More targeted support for 'battered' hospitality businesses.
Set a date: Hospitality and retail businesses' plea to Govt
We need a line drawn to say this is when we're reopening, says Restaurant Association.
Marlborough Sounds convicted murderer Scott Watson has bail declined
The double-killer wanted bail to prepare his final appeal challenge.
TSS Earnslaw steam engines could go green
Searching for alternatives to generate steam instead of coal.
Firefighter's warning after wheat bag starts blaze, destroys home
Fire chief commends woman for having smoke alarms and getting out and staying out.
Influencer party has makings of super-spreader event, expert warns
'What a slap in the face to everyone doing their part.'
Miss it or miss out, Katikati is full of surprises
Home to murals, avocados and Barry the statue, stopping in Katikati won't disappoint.
NZ-made Covid vaccine booster trial to begin next year
NZ scientists plan to trial a locally-made Covid-19 booster vaccine by the end of 2022.
Australia approves quarantine-free travel for the South Island
People living in South Island can travel to Australia from Tuesday.
Is this the most unique way to experience the North Island?
Forgotten World Adventures is open for summer, offering unique railway rides by golf cart.
Shot, NZ! Kiwis smash daily vax target - Auckland edges closer to 90%
The target was 100,000. We smashed it, and then some.
PM: NZ can be one of most vaccinated countries as daily doses near 130k
Super Saturday has been a record-breaking day of vaccination in New Zealand.
British MP killing 'devastating', PM Jacinda Ardern says
Opposition leader also spoke about MP's killing, calling it a "sad day for democracy".
Murder charge in Northland, Ōmāpere homicide investigation ongoing
A man has been charged with murder after the death of a 73-year-old man in Ōmāpere.
Off-duty officer helps Eagle crew save fisherman swept off rocks near Bethells Beach
Police have revealed details of a brave water rescued involving Eagle crew, off-duty cop.
'Life's too short': Pasifika sporting icon's Super Saturday message
The near 10-year Silver Fern isn't just talk - she's also taking part in Super Saturday.
Super Saturday: How Shortland Street's Chris Warner overcame his needlephobia
It's not every day you hear about a 'doctor' of 20 years being afraid of needles.
Covid pair's Northland trip: 'Compelling' reasons needed to reveal women's names
NZ law expert says media have to be very careful if they choose to name Northland women.