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Drug dealers spent $20m on pokies to launder drug cash
Two of the biggest drug dealers in Auckland spent nearly $20m at SkyCity, while using the casino as an office to plan P deals.
Sun, sand, sex - why Dubai's strict code is a sham
The blonde in a tight, low-cut evening dress slid on to a barstool next to me and began the chat: Where are you from? How long are you here? Where are you staying?"
Tour co offering authentic iwi cup stay
A tour company is teaming up with iwi to offer up to 10,000 beds at marae during the Rugby World Cup.
Rugby cup boss warns greedy providers
The boss of the Rugby World Cup has warned that hoteliers and renters looking to make a fast buck have the potential to harm NZ's reputation.
<i>Martin Snedden:</i> Rugby profiteering will hurt NZ
Taint the Rugby World Cup by irresponsible profiteering within any aspect of hosting the event as a nation and we'll suffer badly.
Hunt for $250,000 Lotto ticket
Ruawai residents are emptying their handbags to try to find an unclaimed $250,000 lotto ticket - but some have already had a win.
Dark days in Disneyland
For staff at Disneyland Paris, there's a less magical side to the Kingdom, with long hours and job cuts reportedly leading some to suicide.
Bungy horror: Woman slips out of harness
Thrill Seeker Adventures was closed today following an incident which saw a woman plunge into the Waiau River after a bungy jumping mishap.
RWC minister issues hotels price-gouge warning
Murray McCully has written to the Hotel Council asking it to persuade its members not to risk damaging NZ's reputation by over-charging.
Rugby fans set sights on private properties
As hotels begin cashing in on next year's Rugby World Cup by increasing prices, interest in private homes is also picking up pace.