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Man, 20, charged with drug driving causing deaths of teen girl and 20yo man
He will be back in court next month.
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Nine Kiwis are representing New Zealand among over 1500 athletes.
Lake Hāwea homicide: Trial date set for husband accused of killing wife
Police launched a homicide investigation in November.
Complaints over student’s clothing halts bus safety campaign
The local council said it did not take a position on any political issue.
‘Inappropriate’ symbol: Swastika pendant removed at festival
Organisers said it went against the festival's kaupapa of inclusivity.
Property Insider: Scentre result, hotel sale, Tutukaka dispute, Taupō bach sale
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‘Hate for anyone to get sick’: Questions over food left in unrefrigerated food stall
The free food has prompted a mixed reaction from locals.
‘Nothing short of a scandal’: Call for Wellington Water chairman to resign
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T&G Global posts 128% profit growth despite $9.9m net loss
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‘Lawful protest’: Activists climb roof in weapons firm demonstration
Two members of Peace Action Ōtautahi occupied the roof with banners displayed.
‘Leaving is not easy’: Imam who survived mosque terror attacks announces move to Oz
The Islamic leader has announced his plan to leave New Zealand for a new role.
How a Kiwi startup is changing the game for students with ADHD
Kumo Study founder Alex Kerr aims to break 'shame spiral' behind academic failure rates.
The hotels with the highest usage of power, water and waste
Hotels in Nelson/Marlborough use over 250,000 litres of water annually per room.
The cost of a private school education: NZ’s most expensive & how much fees have jumped
A Herald analysis of 20 leading independent schools' fees.
Former Aussie gang member claims NZ Open title with thrilling putt
Ryan Peake has turned his life around after being sentenced to prison for assault in 2014.
Augusta of the south: NZ Open sets the standard for Kiwi sporting events
The final day of the New Zealand Open encapsulated the best of Central Otago summers.
‘Like a wild animal’: Lawyers in heated spat over a sandwich and a courthouse meeting room
Both sides have been reminded to treat colleagues with respect and courtesy.
King Charles to meet Zelenskyy after tense Trump clash
The audience at Sandringham comes amid political turmoil between the US and Ukraine.
What’s it like to be Sir Edmund Hillary’s grandson?
The trust focuses on education, funding scholarships and renovating classrooms.
Hospital sends info about sex abuse victim in hiding from gang-linked offender to stranger
The woman went to hospital but her discharge papers were sent to a stranger by mistake.
Expansion plans come with conundrum at NZ Open
Tournament chair John Hart says change is coming to the New Zealand Golf Open.
Korean extends lead in peerless round at NZ Open
Guntaek Koh finished with a five-under par 66, extending his advantage to four strokes.
‘The waiata goes into my ears and out my eyes’: Te Matatini magic
Te Kapa Haka o Ngāti Whakaue won Te Matatini 2025 with a standout performance.
Raphael Franks reviews luxury LA hotel, Sandbourne Santa Monica
The seemingly unending white sands of Santa Monica State Beach are close by.
One man’s $300k mission to restore decaying yacht involved in tragic race
'My memory of that yacht is spending all our holidays on her'.
Watch: Beachgoers attempt rescue of mako shark at Christchurch’s Sumner Beach
The shark washed ashore at Sumner Beach on Thursday night, prompting a police call out.
The rise of eco-terrorism: How far would you go to save the planet?
A new Kiwi novel asks if taking direct action is more ethical than doing nothing at all.
Hyundai back in contention for Cook Strait ferries after Peters talks
A previous $3 billion ferry deal with Hyundai was cancelled last year.
Horse medicine for humans? NZ breakthrough could revolutionise wound treatment
Gel could help diabetics, the elderly and burns patients heal a lot quicker.
Lee Child on retirement, Reacher and how he won New Zealand hearts
'It’s like everybody buys a copy and then they buy two for their sheep.'
How a race weekend became a dream come true for Norm Stewart
‘Dream burst into reality’ when La Dulcin’ee recorded an emotionally charged win.
‘Spread kindness’: Good Bitches Baking bring skills to prisons
'If a ‘swear word’ in our name helps get people to think about our message, that's a win.'