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Watch: Dramatic video footage captures Taupō mum's 50m cliff fall
Louisa Redward, 43, wanted to thank the emergency services staff who rescued her.

'Working towards abundance': Record-breaker kiwi translocation complete
Since the end of February, 232 birds were moved to new homes.

Why weather could be key in high-stakes Breeders race at Te Rapa
Trainer Tony Pike isn't worried about rain for Poetic Champion’s race.

Editorial: Anzac Day's message in a world edging towards conflict
OPINION: Anzac Day highlights rising global tensions and the importance of peace efforts.

'We’re gonna kick a**': Steamroller stars ready for Chiefs showdown
The Festival of Disability Sport will feature eight wheelchair rugby teams.

'Another wet weekend': Auckland, Northland brace for 'potentially severe' weather
Warm, humid air from the tropics shows potential for heavy falls.

Market close: NZ sharemarket up but Pacific Edge waits for coverage confirmation
The NZ sharemarket had risen 0.51% after trading today.

State Highway 1 north of Waiōuru: Five injured in two car crash
Motorists were warned to expect delays.

Napier-Taupō Rd speed limit returns to 100km/h after public support
The 60% of submitters who wanted all of the Napier-Taupō Rd back to 100km/h will get it.

SH25 closed: Serious injuries in three-vehicle crash
Diversions are set at Whangapoua and Matarangi on SH25.

'Energy security': Genesis keen to keep Huntly unit running
Genesis says talks are continuing about keeping Huntly's Rankines going for longer.

'Very grateful': Satellite service helps in highway accident rescue
One NZ's Satellite TXT uses Starlink to cover 40% of NZ without cellular networks.

Auckland man named as victim in Wairere Falls death
A walker saw him fall into the river at 11.50am on Saturday.

Mill Rd highway receives $91.1m for design, consents in first stage
The funding has been approved by the NZ Transport Agency board.

Airports say passengers face 'significant' pressure from multiple price hikes
Don't be in a rush to be too plush, Air NZ tells the air traffic outfit.

16 Lotto players win over $22k each – where were the tickets sold?
One player walked away with $23 million after winning the First Division Powerball draw.

On The Up: He's 100 – and the world's oldest motorcycle racer
Leslie Harris has no intention of hanging up his leathers.

Society Insider: Ponsonby Road Bistro's new owners revealed; Sleepyhead heiress on her success secrets; Property guru pays it forward
Plus, the Kiwis living it up at Coachella.

Editorial: Now build it and watch Northland grow
OPINION: The highway will run from Warkworth to Whangārei, passing over the Brynderwyns.

Lotto numbers: Are you New Zealand’s latest Powerball multi-millionaire?
A jackpot of $23m was up for grabs and tonight's numbers have been drawn.

'Risk of frost': Temperatures to plummet, threat of more heavy rain this weekend
Northland, Auckland, Coromandel and Bay of Plenty are in the firing line.