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First XV wrap: Scoreboard drama as Sacred Heart clinch last-gasp victory
Palmerston North edged Hamilton 21-19, their first win since 2011.
Wellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemployment
Wellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.
Polar blast: Coldest morning of year for many Kiwis
Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch all had their iciest mornings for 2025.
60 jobs gone: Ballance boss tells of 'very difficult' announcement
'I really feel for all those impacted by this decision, including their wider families.'
‘The lost boys’: How to stop our young men falling behind at school
A collaboration of boys' schools aims to improve outcomes for young men.
'Unsafe levels': Toxic gas concern closes events centre office
Rotorua's council is investigating the source and monitoring gas levels.
On the Up: South Island charity touch rugby festival champions mental health
The festival is taking place in six cities simultaneously on October 10.
Inter-island ferry sailings cancelled; heavy snow looms for South Island ahead of cold snap
Both the Interislander and Bluebridge ferry services have cancelled Cook Strait sailings.
School lunch provider sentenced over $800k tax evasion
The Southland woman was sentenced to home detention.
Paedophile teacher's 40th conviction: Crimes continue to haunt survivors
His eighth confirmed victim stared him down in court this week. Others may be waiting.
Thunderstorm warnings across top half of North Island as heavy rain lashes Akl
Warnings of localised flooding, severe gales, waves reaching 6.5 metres and snow.
Bus carrying 17 people rolls in Southland, SH97 closed
The road is shut and emergency crews are redirecting traffic.
Man dies on remand at Invercargill Prison; investigation under way
Corrections said staff made every effort to try to save the man, who died on May 27.
'Cold air rushing in': Wintry blast to lash NZ, bringing snow, rain and strong winds
Strong wind watches are in place for Auckland, Northland and Bay of Plenty.
Top cop's court battle: Is there public interest in alleged objectionable material?
The material was found on Jevon McSkimming's work computer before he resigned.
NZAS to ramp up production early as hydro storage improves
Higher lake levels mean the smelter can ramp up production earlier than expected.
Opinion: Scots College rugby default raises serious concerns
OPINION: St Peter's Cambridge seek first Central North Island title since 2020.
Media fight to report nature of top cop's alleged objectionable material
The material was found on Jevon McSkimming's work computer before he resigned.
Watch: Invercargill police get ‘incredi-bull’ surprise trotting down road
A big bull (mostly staying in its own lane) was captured on video trotting down Elles Rd.
Bull on the moooove in Invercargill, by Elles Road
A bull was seen on the moooove, travelling down Elles Road, by the hospital. Southern District Police said they "hoofed it to a residential address". Video / What's On Invers
130km/h winds, 6m waves forecast for long weekend across NZ
MetService predicts calmer conditions on Monday, ideal for outdoor activities.
Drunk driver allegedly five times over limit arrested in Oamaru
A driver was reported for dangerous driving on State Highway 1 in Oamaru.
Kiwi oat milk company lands major Australian supermarket deal
Founder says the expansion across the Tasman is a significant milestone.
St Kentigern edge Grammar; Nelson fall; Lindisfarne strike form
St Kentigern have continued their winning start to the season.
Lachie Jones inquest: Coroner delays release of findings
Coroner Ho said the delay was related to police announcing further investigative work.
Controversial plan to move prisoner reintegration facility takes next step
It comes as the council investigates the facility's activities at its current site.
'War stories': Experienced farmers a hit at Ag Pathways Programme
Young farmers' brains were 'ticking over' listening to local farmers share their stories.