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New Zealand rider Tim Price wins prestigous Burghley Horse Trials

"This is very special – I will always carry it with me," Price said.

Surf Life Saving NZ calls on Government to provide extra funding to protect Kiwi beachgoers this summer

The charity says they're under-funded and equipment needs to be replaced.

Politics •

Philadelphia Eagles coach recalls how he discovered NRL giant Jordan Mailata

Jeff Stoutland admitted he had over 40 videos of Mailata on his phone before seeing the 203cm tall giant.

Severe winds and heavy rain set to hit central NZ, cold trough forecast to hit upper North Island this evening

MetService warns of a "very cold, very windy" week ahead.

Weather News •

UK prime minister says no, again, to second Brexit vote

Theresa May says it would be a "gross betrayal of our democracy" to have another referendum.

UK And Europe •

Japanese authorities mulling legal action over Kiwi journalist David Farrier's Fukushima coverage in Dark Tourist series

There are concerns the episode will stoke "unreasonable" fears of radiation after the 2011 nuclear disaster.

Internet •

Warriors skipper Roger Tuivasa-Sheck wins player of the year award

It's the second year in a row he's picked up the award.

Warriors •

After 'shambolic' handling of Curran, Whaitiri sagas, PM should take a leadership cue from Helen Clark, suggests Simon Bridges

Jacinda Ardern has shown "weak leadership" over the Meka Whaitiri controversy, the Opposition leader told TVNZ1's Breakfast.

Politics •

Total ban on cell phones in NZ schools 'very difficult', Principals Federation says, as France cracks down

France is introducing an outright ban on mobile phones at schools starting this month, in what they called a "detox" law for a generation increasingly reliant on screens.

Technology •

Asylum seeker dies at West Australia immigration centre

Angry detainees later started a fire.

Australia •

Helen Clark in support of binding referendum on cannabis law reform – 'follow the evidence'

The former PM said "the current policies aren't working".

Politics •

Richard Hammond and wife suspect gas used during brazen robbery of France holiday home

"That just makes my blood run cold."

Crime And Justice •

You can now 3D-print a DIY pistol in New Zealand for just a few hundred dollars - should we be worried?

The barriers to printing your own ABS plastic gun have never been lower, with no specific laws stopping people from downloading gun blueprints re-published online last week.

Crime And Justice •

Fix the Bloody Road group fed up over 'absolutely chaotic' Tauranga access highway that has claimed two dozen lives

“You’re eight times more likely to die in Te Puna or Apata," the lobby group says.

Transport •

Wellington bus service, a disaster or a work in progress? Q+A investigates

Not enough buses and drivers is "a fairly basic thing to get wrong", says MP Grant Robertson.

Politics •

Kiwi Tim Price talks up wife after his Burghley Horse Trials triumph - 'She has a baby and then a few months later wins Badminton'

Tim's wife Jonelle, and fellow equestrian, took out the prestigious Badminton event in May.

Simon Bridges helped organise medevac flight for New Zealand woman seriously ill in Bali to return home

The National Party leader, says some "concerned New Zealanders" approached him, wanting to donate $170K to facilitate the flight which would bring Abby Hartley back to NZ.

Asia •

Woman sexually assaulted while sleeping at home in Hamilton by unknown male intruder

The attack happened in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Crime And Justice •

Watch: SBW and newbie Angus Ta'avao power through tough All Blacks gym session

The All Blacks hit the gym as they prepare to play Argentina on Saturday.

All Blacks •

'Without doubt there's a bias'– Helen Clark says there's a 'vocal' sector of business community 'against Labour'

However, Simon Bridges said the current Government is "killing" small to medium sized businesses.

Business •

Leaving the Exclusive Brethren church: ‘I just felt like I could do better outside’

Former member Reuben Silby told TVNZ’s Re: about the huge life decision he took to leave, risking never seeing his family again.

Religion •

Student rushed to hospital after suffering injuries at Whangārei school

The incident occurred at Excellere College in Kamo.

Accidents •

Canterbury police seek photos, video of weekend rally tragedy that killed well-known photographer

A wayward car strayed off the course, officials said.

Accidents •

Aussie teen headbutts his mum for trying to stop him playing Fortnite, leaves her with concussion

Logan Ford is so addicted to the game he dropped out of school.

Health •

Most watched: Toni Street's daughters own the catwalk at Fashion Week charity show

"So proud of my lil cherubs," Toni captioned an Instagram post.

'They'll be ready' - Stephen Kearney eases fears over Mannering, Tuivasa-Sheck, Green ahead of NRL finals

The trio are expected to be fit to face the Panthers on Saturday.

Warriors •

Building blaze in Palmerston North causes person to suffer smoke inhalation

Five fire trucks are at the scene on Ferguson Street and working to extinguishing the blaze.

Manawatu Wanganui •

Silver Ferns' Laura Langman to link up with Sunshine Coast Lightning in 2019

Langman will partner up with NZ head coach Noeline Taurua, who has coached the Lightning since 2017.

Man charged over death of man found with critical injuries in Hastings

The man charged is one of two people homicide detectives are speaking to.

Crime And Justice •

Air New Zealand announces partnership with Chinese video platform for in-flight entertainment

From September, the airline will launch iQIYI as a channel.

Air New Zealand •

Minister for Women thanks midwives for going 'above and beyond' after birth

Julie Anne Genter made international news when she biked to hospital to give birth.

Inside the All Blacks' mullet movement: Retallick and Squire's new club

The forwards are encouraging NZ to get behind their new trend.

All Blacks •

'It's just one performance' – Brodie Retallick staying grounded after Bledisloe heroics

The All Blacks' lock asserted his dominance against the Wallabies.

All Blacks •

'Everyone's saying gidday' - All Blacks loving Nelson ahead of their debut Test in the city

Trafalgar Park will host Nelson's first Test match involving the All Blacks this weekend.

All Blacks •

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Stephen Kearney the best player, coach in NRL, says Aussie writer

The Warriors duo stand head and shoulders above their competition, according to Brad Walter.

Warriors •

Leaders begin arriving at contentious Pacific Islands Forum in Nauru

The annual meeting for 18 Pacific leaders has kicked off to an uneasy start, Barbara Dreaver reports.

Pacific Islands •

Kiwi company saves Jaffas, aims to begin production soon

RJs says initially Jaffas will be made under licence by their sister company in Sydney.

Food And Drink •

'Go back to New Zealand': Pauline Hanson blasts Derryn Hinch in stormy TV debate

The One Nation leader told the Australian senator to "come back when you've got some manners".

Australia •

Neighbour says death of man at Hastings property 'scary' and 'weird'

A man who lives at the address says a fight between two men occurred on the street last night.

Crime And Justice •

'It's about starting those conversations' - SBW eager to tackle mental illness in young men

The All Blacks star opened up about his experiences with mental health.

All Blacks •

PAKn'SAVE stores put beer, chips and fizzy drink in 'Good Health Week' promotion

Foodstuffs has admitted that the promotional signage templates were used "inappropriately".

Health •

Disgraced pair Bromwich, Proctor included in Kiwis' extended squad to face Kangaroos

The pair were allegedly caught trying to purchase cocaine last year.

Kiwis •

Robbers wield crowbar, tomahawk in brazen raid on Christchurch service station (photos)

Police are hunting five offenders over the aggravated robbery on Main North Road.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

'We know how much hard work they put in' -meet the Auckland foursome heading to Youth Olympics

Westlake Boys' High School have four athletes travelling to Argentina.

Watch: Winston Peters says focus needs to be on Kiwis, not accepting refugees from Nauru – 'I can show you parts of Northland where people are living in degradation'

The Minister of Foreign Affairs was asked about the issue while attending the Pacific Islands Forum in Nauru.

Politics •

Additional cost of Nauru trip due to 'unique set of circumstances' as baby Neve unable to travel - Prime Minister

Ms Ardern said it was important for her to attend the Pacific Island Forum.

Politics •

'Disappointing' and 'profoundly gutting' as twelve people killed on NZ's road last week alone

Police say people need to seriously change their behaviour behind the wheel.

Accidents •

Jacinda Ardern won't criticise Simon Bridges for helping Kiwi woman ill in Bali

Ms Ardern was asked if his move to help with Abby Hartley's medevac was just "cynical politicking".

Politics •

Watch: Sam Cane, Ryan Crotty close to All Blacks return, hit the gym in Nelson

The duo could be in line for a return to the black jersey this week.

All Blacks •

Texas woman leads police on high-speed chase with baby in car, crashes and tries to carjack another vehicle

The woman was identified as 29-year-old Catilyn Rodriguez.

Accidents •

Body found following explosion at West Auckland property

An eyewitness says they heard explosions and saw smoke coming from a property in Henderson.

Auckland •

SH2 reopens near Whakatāne after crash

Police say there were no serious injuries.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •

Kurow aiming to raise funds for Richie McCaw statue

The North Otago town are hoping to immortalise the former All Blacks captain in bronze.

All Blacks •

Most watched: Owen Franks' enormous 200kg squats leaves bar bending as All Blacks train in Nelson

The All Blacks prop wasn't skipping leg day before facing Argentina.

All Blacks •

Unitec cuts at least 100 jobs as courses dropped

Auckland's Unitec suspends 19 courses in full, and three others in part.

Education •

Campylobacter discovery prompts recall of raw unpasturised milk

Several batches of Bella Vacca brand milk from a Northland farm are being recalled.

Health •

Fears children becoming addicted to online gaming, with serious financial consequences

The games may be fiction, but the consequences are real.

Social Issues •

Kereru are a protected species but some iwi want to hunt the birds for cultural reasons

The bird’s considered sacred to Māori and believed to have healing powers.

Animals •

Mackenzie District Councillor outlines community effort to signpost dangerous road

Paul Hannagan put the word out on Facebook and the community responded.

New study shows less than half of adult Kiwis have a will - 'I didn't think I needed one'

In a survey of 2000 New Zealanders aged 18 and over, 47 per cent had a will.

Government hails supposed turnaround in prisoner population, but National says the numbers are PR spin

New bail measures and a faster, more efficient system are being lauded.

Crime And Justice •

Peeni Henare backs Labour colleague Meka Whaitiri as party's Māori caucus meets

Mr Henare said the only time he may have witnessed Ms Whaitiri in a physical altercation was "maybe on the netball court".

Politics •

Auckland man whose car was trashed by thieves finally wins battle with insurance company

Trade Me Insurance took four months to decline Luke Chammen's claim, racking up a big storage bill in the process.

Business •

Hastings liquor store worker seriously injured during aggravated robbery

Police say initial reports are that three people were involved in the robbery.

Crime And Justice •

Humble Stephen Kearney praises Warriors staff ahead of finals appearance: 'It's not down to one person'

"There has been a lot of hard work by a lot of people," Kearney said.

Warriors •

Watch: Southland motel for sale comes with arguably the best sausage recipe in NZ

The snarler capital of Aotearoa is Tuatapere, home to one delicious recipe.

Food And Drink •

Mould brings heartache for Christchurch woman still waiting for quake repairs

Fair Go reports there's a big question around mould which someone ought to be trying to answer.

Property •
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