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Why Director-General of Health was hand-picked, not traditionally hired
Ex-Transport Secretary Audrey Sonerson was appointed to the role in April.

'Fight for innocence' to continue as double murderer Lundy freed from jail
Life does not mean life in New Zealand in terms of never being released, his lawyer said.

16 Lotto players win over $17k each – where the tickets were sold
One player walked away with $1 million after winning the First Division draw.

Armed police descend on Johnsonville
Officers are armed as a 'precaution' after a reported firearms sighting.

Porirua locals & Ngāti Toa hold first citizens' assembly to plan for climate change
One hundred people aged 8-80 brainstormed environmental solutions.

Rupeni Caucaunibuca: Rugby’s greatest talent was never fulfilled
The Fijian winger who had the world at his feet and the potential to surpass Jonah Lomu.

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

'Threat multiplier': What is fuelling ex-tropical Cyclone Tam?
Maritime NZ says some of the winds forecast are the strongest since 2017.

Steve Braunias: The enduring questions at Mark Lundy's parole hearing today
Steve Braunias previews Mark Lundy's parole hearing at Tongariro Prison today.

Matthew Hooton: Cool heads needed as Trump disaster unfolds
OPINION: No one knows where Trump’s lunacy will lead – the priority is not making it worse

Andrew Little in studio with Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills
Former Labour Party leader Andrew Little has announced his candidacy for Wellington's Mayor. He joins Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills to discuss his plans in the job. Video / NewstalkZB

ED upgrades, more carparks : Inside the Govt’s new health infrastructure plan
The Government says the 10-year plan is the first of its kind.

Listen: 'Full of ****' – Mayoral hopeful's 'fancy lunch' sparks outrage
Councillor Ray Chung is under fire for skipping a 'vital' meeting for lunch with donors.

Fortress 40: College boys' endurance challenge captured in doco
Tauranga Boys’ College will screen the film on Saturday.

'I can win': Andrew Little confirms bid for Wellington mayoralty
He aims to invest in parks, pools, and libraries and support small businesses.
Previously withheld polling reveals who Wellingtonians are backing for mayor
Tory Whanau says the poll isn't her focus.
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Limited Mercedes-Benz G-Class evokes 1980s nostalgia
The 'Stronger than the 1980s' Edition G-Wagen is very limited, very retro and very awesome

Subaru unveils all-new Trailseeker and facelifted Soterra EVs
Subaru has refreshed one EV and revealed an all-new one at the New York Auto Show.

Lost Legacy: Subaru reveals the new Outback
Subaru has pulled the covers off the latest version of the popular Outback.