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'Take this one seriously': Destructive winds peak in Wellington
WREMO is telling people to stay away from windows and doors.

How Napier City Rovers rebounded with a dominant win on the road
Napier City Rovers seek successive wins on the road in Wellington.

'Beautiful ride': Val Di Zoldo shines in Gr.2 Travis Stakes win
Val Di Zoldo won the Gr.2 Travis Stakes at Te Rapa, earning redemption.

One of NZ's top Catholics to help elect new Pope, shares memories of Pope Francis
New Zealand's Cardinal will take part in the secret election of a new Pope.

'Feel like a human': Resene workers struggle to get by on wages
One man said he couldn't even afford a birthday gift for his child.

Why Napier City Rovers' next match is critical for National League hopes
Frustration after Napier City Rovers fail to put away Central League strugglers.

On the Up: Footballer on citizenship and career milestones
Stephen Hoyle's footballing career has gone full circle in New Zealand.

Racing: Nereus starts Queensland invasion early
Some Kiwi stars are off on an annual raid on Queensland's racing riches.

Absolutely outstanding in their field, and butchery
A specialised Hawke's Bay meat producer gets the big one despite the cyclone.

Mehzebeen takes Hawke’s Bay Cup
Lily Sutherland's bold ride led Mehzebeen to victory at the Hawke’s Bay Cup.

Racing: Kiwi star at disadvantage in glamour Oaks clash
Randwick card promises one of the hottest race days of the season.

'Palpable frustration': Major sewer works disrupt state highway
The $5.2 million project in Lower Hutt is expected to be completed in two weeks.

'Weight can stop a train': Trainer's bold strategy for Whangaehu
Bill Thurlow believes Whangaehu can handle the 59kg topweight at Trentham.

‘Sounded like a light aircraft’: Wellington shaken by midnight quake
GeoNet said the quake was 5km deep and described as moderate.

Offal dumped in river could be what’s left of A&P Society’s stolen sheep
'While we can’t say for certain ... its close proximity raises serious concerns.'

Ngāti Hāua sets sights on self-determination and change
The lead iwi negotiator says jobs, housing and health improvements are priorities.

La Dorada’s dominant win shakes up two-year-old title race
Jockey Michael McNab praised La Dorada, calling her a 'special filly'.

Racing: La Dorada faces crucial test in $550k race at Trentham
Trainer Sam Bergerson remains confident despite his mount's six-week break.

Hastings CBD railway plan: Business says it's time to bring cars back
The total cost of the project will be $3.45m, with $2.8m paid by the council.

Marist qualify for Coastal Challenge final after 36-run upset
Connor Rees scored 61, leading Marist to a total of 190-8 in Masterton.

Oaks triumph a fitting farewell for New Zealand’s star filly
Leica Lucy signed off the New Zealand stage of her career with a victory.