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Wellingtonians back online after 90% of network goes dark
A rough estimate from the Chrous site is that 8500 customers were affected.
'Run it straight' event held in backyard after stadium blocks Auckland organisers
Group said the event was raising awareness for mental health and suicide prevention.
'Dangerous and stupid': Levin boy racers run over woman’s legs, set diesel alight on street
Police condemn behaviour as 'incredibly reckless' and vow to arrest all those involved.
'A few surprises': Genetic study reveals farm dog health risks
Right Dog for the Job project digs into the genetics of NZ's working farm dogs.
Family adds to calls for action after teen dies in run it straight tackle game
'Everyone needs to step up to the mark and condemn this activity.'
'Look up': Public urged to report missing monarch clusters in Hawke's Bay
No winter clusters have been recorded in Hawke’s Bay, which once had multiple known sites.
'It's pumping': How a rural mother's catering venture became a community staple
A restaurant-quality meal, without travelling to town – it's a thriving business model.
'Don't do it': Rugby star sounds warning as Warriors distance themselves from controversial collision game
Calls are growing to ban ‘run it straight’ after a teen's death.
'Muppetry': David Seymour slams 'run it straight' events
The Act leader has made a plea on social media for events like these to stop.
Palmerston North community reacts to 19 year old’s death
Palmerston North community reacts to 19 year old’s death, Mayor Grant Smith says his condolences are with the family. Video / Ethan Manera
'Tragic news': RUNIT responds to teen's death in private 'run it straight' tackle game
The man suffered a serious head injury when tackled and later died in hospital.
Genetic condition meant she was not meant to live past two, now Milly Marshall-Kirkwood eyes Paralympics
Milly Marshall-Kirkwood has already broken many records and has her eye on LA 2028.
Pedestrian critically injured in crash police suspect was intentional
'Early indications are the crash was intentional.'
NZ's top finance professionals: Deals of the year revealed
Who won what and why? The big winners at the Infinz Awards.
'Generational, life-defining' prize: Porirua supermarket decks out store for Lotto's $17m winner
The winning ticket was sold at New World Whitby in Porirua.
Central Districts get vote of confidence from racing bosses
Key questions answered over immediate future of crucial Central Districts racetracks
The Doctors Bayfair opens new 'purpose-built' medical practice
The new space allows staff to better support the needs of the 'rapidly growing' community.
Auckland mayor inks friendship deal with governor of Chinese province
Delegates from Chinese province have visited Auckland 'a couple of times' in past year.
Editorial: We can't afford compromised bowel cancer screening
OPINION: More than 3000 Kiwis are diagnosed with bowel cancer each year.
'Stephen Donald moment': First XV star kicks for glory
FDMC ended a nine-year losing streak against New Plymouth Boys'.
'A superstar in the making': The First XV star carving up in Moascar Cup
Nathan Stephens, a Year 13 student, impressed with a stunning fullback performance.
Luxon announces $164m for new 24/7 urgent care services
The Prime Minister made the pre-Budget health announcement in Botany this afternoon.
Severe weather warnings: 120km/h gales, thunderstorms possible
MetService has forecast heavy rain and strong northwest winds.
Weather onslaught: Rain, damaging gales, thunderstorms to sweep over NZ
The stormy conditions have already started in the south and will spread north Sunday.
UK bank accuses Westpac of ‘critical errors’ after customer sent $158k to wrong account
Westpac denies liability, blaming the customer for keying the wrong account details.
High-risk cancer patients affected by halt on some colonoscopies
MidCentral has outsourced up to 200 colonoscopies to the private sector to clear backlog.
Unpacking the realities and fiction of immigration as countries crack down on migrants
The UK Government is taking a tougher stance on migration amidst a public backlash.