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REVIEW: Back on stage after a nine year gap, the Dunedin/Ōtepoti trio presented an instrument and sound-driven set alongside spit-laden dark vocals and screams.
'A noisescape of epic proportions' - High Dependency Unit play The Loons
REVIEW: Back on stage after a nine year gap, the Dunedin/Ōtepoti trio presented an instrument and sound-driven set alongside spit-laden dark vocals and screams.
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November 23, 2025 at 12:38 AM
REVIEW: Back on stage after a nine year gap, the Dunedin/Ōtepoti trio presented an instrument and sound-driven set alongside spit-laden dark vocals and screams.
The vegetation blaze at Bottle Lake Forest has drawn crews from three different stations
Crews battle Christchurch vegetation fire
The vegetation blaze at Bottle Lake Forest has drawn crews from three different stations
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November 23, 2025 at 12:20 AM
The vegetation blaze at Bottle Lake Forest has drawn crews from three different stations
Makeshift Australian opener played one of the great Ashes innings - and as it came in the first test, it carried even more meaning than Gilchrist's assault in 2006.
Head’s calculated aggression beats England at their own game
Makeshift Australian opener played one of the great Ashes innings - and as it came in the first test, it carried even more meaning than Gilchrist's assault in 2006.
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November 23, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Makeshift Australian opener played one of the great Ashes innings - and as it came in the first test, it carried even more meaning than Gilchrist's assault in 2006.
One person was seriously injured and another was in a moderate condition after a crash in a rural area.
Two people taken to hospital after serious Tasman crash
One person was seriously injured and another was in a moderate condition after a crash in a rural area.
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November 22, 2025 at 11:45 PM
One person was seriously injured and another was in a moderate condition after a crash in a rural area.
Police are trying to piece together an alleged youth crime spree overnight that targeted businesses across Christchurch.
At least nine Christchurch businesses hit in ramraids in 90 minutes overnight
Police are trying to piece together an alleged youth crime spree overnight that targeted businesses across Christchurch.
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November 22, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Police are trying to piece together an alleged youth crime spree overnight that targeted businesses across Christchurch.
ANALYSIS: The hard truth is that there are deeper challenges facing New Zealand Rugby that a new coach wouldn’t change.
All Blacks need change but sacking Robertson isn’t the solution
ANALYSIS: The hard truth is that there are deeper challenges facing New Zealand Rugby that a new coach wouldn’t change.
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November 22, 2025 at 11:13 PM
ANALYSIS: The hard truth is that there are deeper challenges facing New Zealand Rugby that a new coach wouldn’t change.
Luxon said if National is elected next year, they will bring in gradual increases to match Australia combined 12% by 2032.
‘Building the future’: Luxon promises to lift Kiwisaver contributions
Luxon said if National is elected next year, they will bring in gradual increases to match Australia combined 12% by 2032.
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November 22, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Luxon said if National is elected next year, they will bring in gradual increases to match Australia combined 12% by 2032.
The highway was temporarily blocked while emergency services worked, but was reopened before 9am, a police spokesperson said.
Eighteen people involved in Rakaia crash
The highway was temporarily blocked while emergency services worked, but was reopened before 9am, a police spokesperson said.
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November 22, 2025 at 8:49 PM
The highway was temporarily blocked while emergency services worked, but was reopened before 9am, a police spokesperson said.
Hobby horsing is making its first appearance at the Courtenay A&P Show in Kirwee, NZ, with organisers hoping the quirky new event will help draw bigger crowds for the show’s 150th year. With dozens of young entrants already signed up, the sport’s growing profile is adding fresh appeal to one of…
November 22, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Hobby horsing is making its first appearance at the Courtenay A&P Show in Kirwee, NZ, with organisers hoping the quirky new event will help draw bigger crowds for the show’s 150th year. With dozens of young entrants already signed up, the sport’s growing profile is adding fresh appeal to one of…
ANALYSIS: Damian McKenzie produced a kicking masterclass in Cardiff as two returning wingers bagged doubles.
All Blacks player ratings: Dead-eye D-Mac, classy Clarke lead win over Wales
ANALYSIS: Damian McKenzie produced a kicking masterclass in Cardiff as two returning wingers bagged doubles.
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November 22, 2025 at 6:11 PM
ANALYSIS: Damian McKenzie produced a kicking masterclass in Cardiff as two returning wingers bagged doubles.
Scott Robertson’s men got the job done in Cardiff as they survived a few anxious moments to post a half-century against an outmatched Welsh outfit.
Seven-try finish from All Blacks signs off on tour in style
Scott Robertson’s men got the job done in Cardiff as they survived a few anxious moments to post a half-century against an outmatched Welsh outfit.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Scott Robertson’s men got the job done in Cardiff as they survived a few anxious moments to post a half-century against an outmatched Welsh outfit.
Scott Robertson, Jason Ryan and Scott Hansen are all contracted through to the Rugby World Cup in 2027.
How the All Blacks review will work after grand slam disappointment
Scott Robertson, Jason Ryan and Scott Hansen are all contracted through to the Rugby World Cup in 2027.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Scott Robertson, Jason Ryan and Scott Hansen are all contracted through to the Rugby World Cup in 2027.
Amy Mansfield tried corporate law, but it wasn’t her cup of tea ... although it did give her fodder for her musicals about HR departments.
Playwright and musician Amy Mansfield weaves the corporate world into her musicals
Amy Mansfield tried corporate law, but it wasn’t her cup of tea ... although it did give her fodder for her musicals about HR departments.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Amy Mansfield tried corporate law, but it wasn’t her cup of tea ... although it did give her fodder for her musicals about HR departments.
Next to a busy road? Overlooked by new townhouses? Green thumbs can plant up their garden to get more privacy while maximising views and light.
The art and craft of growing a more private garden in urban centres
Next to a busy road? Overlooked by new townhouses? Green thumbs can plant up their garden to get more privacy while maximising views and light.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Next to a busy road? Overlooked by new townhouses? Green thumbs can plant up their garden to get more privacy while maximising views and light.
OPINION: With immigration, identity, and a familiar populist playbook, the second Winston is ready to turn a rump of voters into outsized power - making 2026 his year.
Two Winstons, One Show: How Peters is poised to dominate the 2026 election campaign
OPINION: With immigration, identity, and a familiar populist playbook, the second Winston is ready to turn a rump of voters into outsized power - making 2026 his year.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
OPINION: With immigration, identity, and a familiar populist playbook, the second Winston is ready to turn a rump of voters into outsized power - making 2026 his year.
At 35, I had a Porsche, a Rolex, a credit card collection, and a slab of granite in the kitchen. With a young and growing family, life was supposed to be good. Scratch beneath the surface, however, and my world was collapsing around me.
What ADHD can look like in a successful person
At 35, I had a Porsche, a Rolex, a credit card collection, and a slab of granite in the kitchen. With a young and growing family, life was supposed to be good. Scratch beneath the surface, however, and my world was collapsing around me.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
At 35, I had a Porsche, a Rolex, a credit card collection, and a slab of granite in the kitchen. With a young and growing family, life was supposed to be good. Scratch beneath the surface, however, and my world was collapsing around me.
OPINION: Our national carrier is a taxpayer-backed business, yet still feels free to maximise revenue at all times. It must expect the same vitriol that the banks get for profit-maximising, especially when Kiwis are doing it tough.
A shareholder plea to Air NZ: Stop overcharging
OPINION: Our national carrier is a taxpayer-backed business, yet still feels free to maximise revenue at all times. It must expect the same vitriol that the banks get for profit-maximising, especially when Kiwis are doing it tough.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
OPINION: Our national carrier is a taxpayer-backed business, yet still feels free to maximise revenue at all times. It must expect the same vitriol that the banks get for profit-maximising, especially when Kiwis are doing it tough.
With her time split between London and Aotearoa, Piatek opts for thoughtful pieces that are made to last, writes Samantha Murray Greenway.
Kowtow founder Gosia Piatek’s style must-haves
With her time split between London and Aotearoa, Piatek opts for thoughtful pieces that are made to last, writes Samantha Murray Greenway.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
With her time split between London and Aotearoa, Piatek opts for thoughtful pieces that are made to last, writes Samantha Murray Greenway.
Tetsuya Namekawa says there have been queues since the first day he opened the doors on Dominion Rd in 2013.
This Japanese pastry chef creates Auckland’s most sought-after French lemon meringue tarts
Tetsuya Namekawa says there have been queues since the first day he opened the doors on Dominion Rd in 2013.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Tetsuya Namekawa says there have been queues since the first day he opened the doors on Dominion Rd in 2013.
Toby Morris checks out the new Pop to Present: American Art exhibition from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
People Watching at an Auckland Art Gallery opening night
Toby Morris checks out the new Pop to Present: American Art exhibition from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Toby Morris checks out the new Pop to Present: American Art exhibition from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
Plus, her umami Marmite pork.
Daphne Boey’s 7-ingredient Chinese chive omelette
Plus, her umami Marmite pork.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Plus, her umami Marmite pork.
Andy Ayrey is the mind behind Truth Terminal, one of the most talked-about AI bots on the internet.
This Kiwi artist created an AI that went viral. Now it’s worth millions
Andy Ayrey is the mind behind Truth Terminal, one of the most talked-about AI bots on the internet.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Andy Ayrey is the mind behind Truth Terminal, one of the most talked-about AI bots on the internet.
The Government’s done some controversial things to get tourists here - including spending millions to bring over the Michelin Guide - but visitor bookings are strong and the industry is bullish.
Tourism’s comeback summer: Why operators are feeling upbeat
The Government’s done some controversial things to get tourists here - including spending millions to bring over the Michelin Guide - but visitor bookings are strong and the industry is bullish.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The Government’s done some controversial things to get tourists here - including spending millions to bring over the Michelin Guide - but visitor bookings are strong and the industry is bullish.
When two men volunteered to take part in a global drug trial, they believed in the promise of medical progress. Both are now dead, and their families have been left to navigate a maze of silence and bureaucracy.
Dying for a cure: Inside the global drug trial that ended in tragedy for two Kiwi families
When two men volunteered to take part in a global drug trial, they believed in the promise of medical progress. Both are now dead, and their families have been left to navigate a maze of silence and bureaucracy.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:07 PM
When two men volunteered to take part in a global drug trial, they believed in the promise of medical progress. Both are now dead, and their families have been left to navigate a maze of silence and bureaucracy.
A tummy bug couldn’t keep the Ferns down, Trump defies expectations in multiple ways and New Zealanders show their generosity of spirit.
The week that was
A tummy bug couldn’t keep the Ferns down, Trump defies expectations in multiple ways and New Zealanders show their generosity of spirit.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:07 PM
A tummy bug couldn’t keep the Ferns down, Trump defies expectations in multiple ways and New Zealanders show their generosity of spirit.