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Watch: Master blaster Colin de Grandhomme launches sixes all over in quickfire innings to help Bangalore conquer Sunrisers

De Grandhomme's 40 off 17 balls helped keep Royal Challengers' playoff hopes alive in the 14 run win.

Woman critically injured in Auckland stabbing

A 33-year-old man has been arrested at the scene in Glen Eden and will appear in court.

Crime And JusticeĀ ā€¢

Man accused of ramming Taupo police car with stolen SUV before chasing officers down the road for several kilometres

The patrol car was considerably damaged.

Crime And JusticeĀ ā€¢

The Warehouse, Noel Leeming, Warehouse Stationery and Torpedo7 switching to compostable shopping bags

The red shed is getting greener.

EnvironmentĀ ā€¢

Chiefs name inexperienced squad for clash with Sharks

Damian McKenzie, Brodie Retallick, Anton Lienert-Brown and Nathan Harris are all unavailable due to attending an All Blacks camp.

'A Budget that has broken trust' - Amy Adams says Grant Robertson's Budget a u-turn from Labour's election promises

"They simply haven't delivered," she said, adding that Labour had "strong surpluses" to do the thing it promised.

PoliticsĀ ā€¢

'You're wondering who do we leave out!' Guy Heveldt says All Blacks' talent depth will see unlucky stars left out of squad

The All Blacks squad for next month's French series is named on Sunday.

1 NEWS NOW expert's Super Rugby predictions: Winning streak against Aussies is safe for another two games

Campbell Burnes has all you need to know ahead of the latest round.

John Armstrong's analysis: Budget went some way to meeting Labour's unrealistic election promises

Grant Robertson needed to give health a cash injection while avoiding getting into huge debt, says our columnist.

PoliticsĀ ā€¢

Watch: Worldā€™s ā€˜greatest living writerā€™ Karl Ove Knausgard on his mesmerising autobiographical literature

He's in NZ for the Auckland Writers festival.

Arts And CultureĀ ā€¢

Car crashes into river in Karangahake Gorge

Driver suffered moderate injuries after rolling into water between Paeroa and Waihi.

Hamilton And WaikatoĀ ā€¢

Might be a good weekend to spend indoors with strong winds, heavy rain forecast in many places

Another flow of cold air is also expected over NZ Sunday night.

Plane with ministers Kelvin Davis and Willie Jackson on board turns around for medical emergency

Post-budget announcement in Auckland has had to be delayed.

PoliticsĀ ā€¢

'A necessary response': Predator who abducted, bashed and sexually attacked Auckland woman to remain in jail after decades of offending

Colin Mitchell was found guilty on six charges in March.

Crime And JusticeĀ ā€¢

Spice Girls to perform at reception after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding

1 NEWS reporter Paul Hobbs who's in Windsor says the band's "locked in".

RoyaltyĀ ā€¢

Land Rover reclaims sponsored car from Israel Folau as fallout over social media comments continues - report

Land Rover took back the car due to Folau's 'anti-gay sentiments'.

Man charged over sexually motivated attack on female jogger in Auckland, police say same man linked to other nearby 'incidents'

The victim suffered minor injuries and was left shaken by the incident on May 11.

Crime And JusticeĀ ā€¢

Auckland high school students who streamed video of themselves smoking marijuana on school grounds will face 'serious dicipline', says principal

"Look at these mean buds," the boy filming says at one point as he shows a close-up of the drug.

AucklandĀ ā€¢

Super Rugby Round 14 picks: 'I think the Highlanders could spank the Waratahs' - Sav and Stephen reunited in the tipping hot seat

The TVNZ rugby oracles break down this weekend's action of Super Rugby.

NZ Law Society denies 'threatening' free speech over an investigation into lawyer who criticised domestic violence ruling

Law Society President Kathryn Beck has rejected a claim the investigation of an Auckland barrister will stop lawyers "ever again" publicly criticising judges.

Crime And JusticeĀ ā€¢

Three people seriously injured in two car Southland collision

The accident happened near Invercargill.

SouthlandĀ ā€¢

Ryan Fox recovers in first round of unique Belgian Knockout European Tour event

Fox nailed consecutive birdies on the 16th and 17th to sit in a share for 58th at the inaugural event.

Person critically injured in animal attack near Raglan

The victim has been transported to a medical facility.

AccidentsĀ ā€¢

Watch: 'Still brings me to tears' - Emotional Minister David Parker close to crying as he recalls story of homeless 11-year-old girl during poverty speech today

The Economic Development Minister was delivering a post-Budget speech when he told the audience about an RNZ interview last year.

EconomyĀ ā€¢

Counterfeit $50 notes circulating in Palmerston North - police warn

At least eight fake notes have been presented at supermarkets, pubs, and service stations since May 14.

Manawatu WanganuiĀ ā€¢

Judge says Colin Mitchell had clear and disturbing pattern of serious sexual offending as predator is jailed indefinitely over brutal attacks on two women

Mitchell, 60, showed no emotion as Judge Sally Fitzgerald handed down the sentence at the Auckland High Court today.

Crime And JusticeĀ ā€¢

Jacinda Ardern says Budget 'factored in' upcoming pay negotiations with teachers, nurses and police

Ms Ardern was today asked about what will likely be tough pay negotiations and the Government's ability to fund wage increases.

PoliticsĀ ā€¢

Air NZ passengers with same wedding date as Meghan and Harry gifted airport lounge access

Just rock up with your May 19 wedding certificate.

TravelĀ ā€¢

Watch as All Blacks hopeful Ben Lam destroys rivals on way to try line as Hurricanes edge thrilling encounter with Reds

The Hurricanes didn't have it all their own way in a high-scoring thriller in Wellington.

HurricanesĀ ā€¢

Ramming cop cars becoming a worrying trend say NZ Police; latest offender injures two Taupo

"These incidents seriously endanger the lives of the police officers, put at risk innocent members of the public and the offending drivers themselves."

Crime And JusticeĀ ā€¢

Video: 'I didn't think I was going to be good at it' - cross-code youngster John Akau'ola-Laula's rise to Baby Blacks honours helps him step out of older brother's NRL shadow

Akau'ola is the younger brother of former Wests Tigers and Panthers player Sitaleki, but is determined to make his mark in the 15-man game.

Watch: 'Like an aircraft' ā€“ SpaceX plans to fly passengers across the world in under an hour

The rocket is expected to complete trips within the next decade.

TravelĀ ā€¢

Royal Wedding: Here's how Diana will be remembered at Harry and Meghan's wedding tonight

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were both very keen to have his mother's memory honoured.

Warriors resist Eels' second half fightback to pick up hard earned win in Sydney

The Warriors held out for a determined 24-14 victory over Parramatta at ANZ Stadium.

WarriorsĀ ā€¢

Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle in South Auckland

Police are in attendance at the crash on Robertson Road which happened at around 1.45pm.

AucklandĀ ā€¢

Is our Government considering issuing 'climate change visas' to our Pacific neighbours?

Winston Peters says cabinet's agreed to a long-term plan to help Pacific nations deal with climate change.

Sydney rugby club investigate after player with Kiwi heritage racially abused

Manly Marlins forward Brad Hemopo was allegedly targeted by a Sydney University Football Club fan.

AustraliaĀ ā€¢

Watch: US President Donald Trump takes on Laurel v Yanny challenge, his answer is not what you'd expect

Sarah Huckabee Sanders labelled it "fake news".

PoliticsĀ ā€¢

Truck driver involved in flying keg incident on Sydney motorway tracked down, says sorry

The man still has to face court for failing to secure his load.

AustraliaĀ ā€¢

Israel Embassy takes objection to PM's description of 60 deaths in Gaza as 'one-sided'

The embassy released a statement describing the NZ Government's response as regrettable.

PoliticsĀ ā€¢

'It is going to be a step up' - talented Auckland back Tanielu Tele'a swaps Manu Samoa jersey for Baby Blacks

The 19-year-old represented Samoa last year at the World Rugby Championship U20s tournament - now he'll pull on the black jersey.

Take a look back: The best royal dresses of the past eight decades ā€“ from Elizabeth to Diana and finally Kate

Look back through the years at the changing styles and eras of wedding dresses as the British royals walked up the isle.

RoyaltyĀ ā€¢

'What the hell is going on here?' - National leader says Winston Peters one reason for 'flabby' spending

"People would have expected, given the rhetoric, that this government would be putting a lot more into health and education. They just haven't."

PoliticsĀ ā€¢

DOC disappointed after falcon shot on Hastings farm - 'Euthanasia was the most humane option'

The young karearea was healthy and in good condition when she was shot.

AnimalsĀ ā€¢

Wellington Phoenix captain Andrew Durante signs one year extension

Durante, 36, will also begin an off-field role with the A-League club from next season.

PhoenixĀ ā€¢

Ministry reviews decision not to extend student allowance for unemployed man told he has to quit night class or face benefit cut

The Ministry of Social Development says it knows the man is feeling stressed by the situation and it's treating his request for a review with urgency.

EducationĀ ā€¢

'It would help them immensely' - 'Sick leave bank' lets workers donate sick days to colleagues in need

The Napier City Council scheme has proved popular already.

HealthĀ ā€¢

Te Reo Maori education given $12.5 million bump in Budget 2018

Labour's support partners have widely differing views on the issue, however.

EducationĀ ā€¢

'They're just going through the motions' - Christchurch homeowners criticise Budget's quake recovery funding

An insurance tribunal and EQC inquiry are of no use to those already in court battles, says one embattled homeowner.

Christchurch And CanterburyĀ ā€¢

Christchurch athletes ready for world class facility after seven-year wait

Opening later this year, the Nga Puna Wai sporting complex will give Canterbury athletes a new home.

'It's extremely disappointing, you know?' - Labour MPs under fire over lack of targeted spending for Maori

Critics say the Labour Maori caucus hasn't done well enough.

Maori IssuesĀ ā€¢

Housing Minister Phil Twyford takes aim at Treasury, labels advisers as 'kids' in Kiwibuild stoush

The Housing Minister is unhappy Treasury downgraded its forecast of the extra residential investment from Kiwibuild.

PoliticsĀ ā€¢

Watch Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding LIVE with TVNZ

Find out all you need to know about watching the Royal event of the year,

RoyaltyĀ ā€¢

Watch as Finance Minister and amateur chef Grant Robertson shares his famous cheese roll recipe

Mr Robertson's choice of pre-Budget snack made headlines around the world.

PoliticsĀ ā€¢

Pint-sized powerhouse championing anti-bullying Pink Shirt Day in her Hamilton school

Six-year-old Tegan Way knows what it's like to be bullied.

EducationĀ ā€¢

First picture: Kensington Palace releases image of Royal wedding cake preparations

Two hundred lemons, 500 organic eggs and 20kgs of butter are just the start.

RoyaltyĀ ā€¢

Take a look inside an award-winning Auckland home proving you can be a good neighbour - and retain privacy

The days of the quarter-acre section are long gone.

PropertyĀ ā€¢

Prince Charles to walk Meghan Markle down the aisle to marry Prince Harry

Prince Charles becomes Meghan Markle's father in law.

Video: Tongan Thor obliterates Nehe Milner-Skudder with brutal fend, show pace and power to brush aside TJ Perenara

Michael Cheika would have been delighted with Taniela Tupou's form as the Reds went down to the Hurricanes.

Meet Pattie Boyd who inspired some of the greatest songs ever written

TVNZ music buff Greg Boyed spoke to the model who married George Harrison and later Eric Clapton.

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