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'Kindest person, biggest heart': Woman found dead in Waiuku vehicle identified
A man, 50, has been charged with assault after her death in Waiuku.

'Reprehensible': Expert blasts behaviour of doctor who allegedly had sex at clinic
However, the expert ended up softening his views after questions from counsel.

Heavy rain, 100km/h winds: Severe storm approaching NZ upgraded to Tropical Cyclone Tam
'It will bring significant weather to the upper North Island late Wednesday to Thursday.'
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'Sea of yellow': Thousands of ducks set to race in Tauranga today
Around 5000 rubber ducklings will race at Tauranga's waterfront.

A-maize-ing: Young photographer puts farming life in frame
Lucy Penellum's photos highlight the resilience of the farming community.

'Claims are weak': Court dismisses bid to halt marine precinct sale
An injunction stopping the sale of Tauranga's Marine Precinct is no longer in force.

Watch - 'Not scary at all': Supercars driver on hitting 300km/h and why the slower Corvette is riskier
Hot lap showed the intense speeds F1 drivers endure.
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Ferrari-driving gang member admits importing 613kg drugs, faces losing $7m in assets
The main target in Operation Weirton has pleaded guilty on the eve of High Court trial.

Opinion: What Trump's tariff shock means for investors globally
The S&P 500 fell 10.5% over two days after Trump's tariff announcement.

Sex crimes case: Why an entertainment figure’s identity is still secret
It has been six months since a Court of Appeal hearing about name suppression.

Editorial: New NZME campaign aims for a better today and better tomorrow
OPINION: We hope that On The Up’s stories will challenge, motivate and uplift.

Opinion: Markets face uncertain year after volatile first quarter
OPINION: The S&P 500 fell 4.6% in March, its biggest drop since 2022.

Letters to the editor: How smart planning made Tauranga a must-see spot
OPINION: Our readers have their say.
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Business

House prices down in most regions in year to March
Prices either static or falling throughout NZ, only six areas had price rises lately.

Opinion: What Trump's tariff shock means for investors globally
The S&P 500 fell 10.5% over two days after Trump's tariff announcement.

Mānuka honey producer buzzing after bee-autiful season
A local honey producer says they have seen a strong 2024/2025 season.
Lifestyle

‘Serious concerns’: Neighbours wary of drone spraying near homes
Neighbours questioned a drone weed-spraying operation in Bethlehem.

Karl Puschmann: Is Rebecca Gibney’s musical-comedy a show stopper or a bit flat?
Review: Set in the Bay of Plenty, Happiness is familiar but uniquely Kiwi. But is it good?

Society Insider: Buyers of $45m Qtown mansion revealed; Kiwi model at Beckham’s A-list 50th
And, how to make your first million, according to 'Boss Babe'; event maestro's hospo foray
Opinion

Opinion: What Trump's tariff shock means for investors globally
The S&P 500 fell 10.5% over two days after Trump's tariff announcement.

Editorial: New NZME campaign aims for a better today and better tomorrow
OPINION: We hope that On The Up’s stories will challenge, motivate and uplift.

Opinion: Markets face uncertain year after volatile first quarter
OPINION: The S&P 500 fell 4.6% in March, its biggest drop since 2022.
Rural news

The Country: GDT auction preview with Mark de Lautour
Damien O'Connor, Hunter McGregor, Mark de Lautour, and Dr Jacqueline Rowarth.

Is Ashburton's water supply a health risk to babies? Council denies Greenpeace claims
Greenpeace tests have shown high nitrate levels in Ashburton's drinking water.

Field day on Onenui at Māhia a huge success
The Ahuwhenua field day on Onenui Station at Mahia had about 350 people in attendance.
Car news and advice


Body-swapped Hyundai Ioniq 5 channels Lancia Delta Integrale
A legendary racing name reappears on an all-electric hot hatch with Hyundai underpinnings.

New Peugeot 5008 Hybrid SUV arrives in NZ
Peugeot's handsome new 5008 SUV arrives as a seven-seat hybrid.

EVs outperform ICE cars in major reliability study
A study by Germany's ADAC shows EVs suffered less than half the breakdowns of ICE vehicles
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