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Brumbies v Crusaders: Battle for second seed
Live updates of the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Crusaders and the Brumbies.
Chiefs secure top seed with win over Highlanders
The Chiefs finish at the top of the table while the Highlanders finish at the bottom.
Erin Patterson trial: Mother’s Day text message aired in court
Messages between Patterson and her in-laws were key in the defence's argument.
'Virtually nothing': Father criticises NZ govt support after son's death
Phil Bagshaw criticised NZ for lack of support after his son's death in Ukraine.
Tina from Turners' new ad - fat-shaming complaints; RNZ trust targets 'too modest' - Govt
A small town's media stoush; Costly PR conference - the PR response; PRINZ Awards winners.
'Terrible catastrophe': Swiss glacier collapse devastates village
The Birch glacier collapse destroyed most of the village of Blatten.
Drunk driver allegedly five times over limit arrested in Oamaru
A driver was reported for dangerous driving on State Highway 1 in Oamaru.
Early prison release for man with 168 convictions and 'high risk' of violence
The recidivist offender will have to wear an ankle bracelet when he gets out.
'Since when is that a crime?': Fighter defends backyard bouts
The event offered a $50,000 cash prize and featured 30 fights in an hour.
Watch: Hooded man storms field, punches player in schoolboy rugby game
Police say the behaviour is not acceptable and they are making inquiries.
Worst results for Budget in nearly 30 years, says pollster
Nicola Willis says the Budget will help economic recovery.
Market close: NZ stocks end week strongly
Lower bond yields have helped drive the NZ sharemarket sharply higher at the close.
Legendary artist's bach snapped up sight unseen by his biggest fan
Bill Hammond's bush hut sold "as is where is" for $400,000.
Drunk meth-driver was in 'rage' over relationship when she fatally hit young cyclist
She has now admitted to Emma-Jane Sylvia Kupa’s manslaughter.
How a jar of Auckland hummus became a comedian's tour highlight
'We kind of had a joke – should we take him some hummus?'
'Block the pigs': Police brace for boy racer 'invasion' a year on from Levin violence
The Police Minister, despite an event organiser's abuse, says his cops are ready to act.
Boarding school student disciplined for video of attempted assault on Uber driver
The incident involved four teens and was caught on video, now circulating online.
Fifth Harmony star exchanges vows with long-time partner in sunset wedding
'Most incredible feeling': Singer Ally Brooke on married life.
Second former Sean Combs assistant recounts her dream turned nightmare
She alleged Diddy committed violence, including sexual assault.
'I'm not going to die': Praise for 'heroes' after car flips into canal
'I’m not going to die tonight, not here, not in this car, not this way.'
How Barossa’s markets offer a slice of authentic Australia
For a taste of the real South Australia, head to its bustling market stalls.
Why 36 to 46 is the most critical decade for your health
Telegraph: Our party lifestyles take their toll.
Chucky actor dies at 61 amid sex abuse investigation
Ed Gale admitted to explicit chats with someone he thought was a teenage boy.
Police launch review after controversial retail crime directive
The directive set thresholds for theft: $200 general, $150 petrol, $500 shoplifting.
Why do we cry happy tears? The science behind this emotional paradox
Happy tears show how the brain handles intense emotion.
‘Will not accept repeat of last winter’: Major move unveiled to boost country’s energy
The changes to hydro generation are expected to power around 6000 more homes.
New retailer The Outlet set to open next week
The Outlet opens on June 3 online and in store, offering off-price retail.
Customs seize $25.8m in drugs at Auckland Airport
Customs seized 67.8kg of meth and 1.1kg of cocaine found in duffel bags last night.
Farmers say 'don't toot your horns' this Moving Day
Patience is key during New Zealand's bustling Moving Day.
Paul Lewis: Legal action becoming a more likely prospect in AmCup power struggle
OPINION: The latest backlash from challengers feels like a play for more power.
Act MP: Why I held up ‘my’ nude photo in Parliament
Laura McClure held up an AI deep fake of herself in Parliament.
‘Major concern’: CommComm head looking at changes after business fear about power companies
Small has called reports of business concerns a "big red flag".
Motorways clogged as holidaymakers flee city for long weekend
A crash on the Southern Motorway is causing delays for southbound traffic.
Failed outfall pipe led to treated effluent gouging Raglan Harbour dunes
Waikato District Council doesn't know when the pipe failed.
'She bolted': Father's plea after suspicious man approaches 11yo near schools
Police are investigating two incidents near West Auckland schools.
Two new Hawks on the team for big weekend in the south
The Hawks have shed one and picked up two for the run to the playoffs.
Fatal crash involving truck claims life in Christchurch ahead of long weekend
A crash in Templeton involved a truck and two cars at Newtons Rd.
'Pushing them hard': Media Minister on TVNZ's financials ... and RNZ's falling radio ratings
Media Insider podcast: Minister's advice to RNZ - never lose sight of core radio business.
Sydney Sweeney is turning her bathwater into soap to connect with fans
It's good, clean fun.
Dunedin school recovers $365K in misappropriated funds
The school pursued the matter through a civil employment route, and won't seek charges.
Auckland Museum to lose more than $450k in revenue from asbestos closure
The museum estimated it was losing an average of $19,000 a day.
Auckland Museum to lose more than $450k in revenue from asbestos closure
The museum estimated it was losing an average of $19,000 a day.
Ozzy Osbourne prepares for final concert amid health challenges
This will be the British rocker's first live appearance since 2018.
Craft beer firesale: ASB recovers funds, but other creditors face $1.4m loss
Deep Creek liquidators investigate debtor balances amid big shortfall for creditors.
Afternoon quiz: Where is Hayden Planetarium, the most visited planetarium in the world?
Test your knowledge with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
Rising stars: Kiwi artists to watch this year, according to Rolling Stone
From drum and bass to dreampop, here are your artists to watch for 2025.
'Gratuitous, mindless violence': Homeless man jailed for fatal bus stop attack on 60yo
A rough sleeper killed a man after waking up agitated at a South Auckland bus stop.
Sea Shepherd ship docks in Auckland, offering free public tours
This weekend visitors can tour a ship used to shadow Southern Ocean fishing trawlers.
Watch: Customers line outside Smith & Caughey’s for the last time
The store’s 'End of an Era Sale' began on Wednesday, attracting lines around the block.
Analysis: Was the remarkable schoolboy try really against the rules?
Coach Tonga Taumoefolau: 'It was not from our playbook.'
Watch: Small plane makes 'hard landing' at Tauranga Airport
One person suffered minor injuries as the plane's front landing gear collapsed.
'Culture of belief': How underdogs became national champions
Young league players set for massive Rotorua event this weekend.
Gary Stead likely to exit as Black Caps coaching era nears end
Gary Stead’s nearly seven-year tenure as Black Caps coach is ending soon.
Rabobank Beef Quarterly preview on The Country
Stu Loe and Stu Duncan, Dr John Roche, Jen Corkran, Chris Brandolino, and Rowena Duncum.
Pacific Edge launches $20m capital raise
The money would allow it to operate for a year without US medicare inclusion.
Radio star Matty McLean sells his Auckland home in under a week
He praises his agent husband for the quick sale: "He's the best."
Opinion: How football's rise challenges rugby's dominance in NZ
OPINION: Whisper it quietly. Football has arrived on these shores like never before.
'Positive momentum': MediaWorks posts $16.2m loss; growth in revenue and Ebitda
The media firm says it expects to secure new banking facilities by the end of June.
Support offered after public servant's death in Wellington
Multiple Government agencies share an office building where the staff member worked.
David Seymour condemns ‘immature’ charity fight challenge from Te Pāti Māori MP's son
Eru Kapa-Kingi, son of MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, is a prominent pro-Te Tiriti activist.
How much for a night at the rugby: Which stadium has the best value
Which Super Rugby franchise has the best value for a family of four?
Consumer confidence drops in May, five-year-ahead economic outlook measure plummets
Consumer confidence fell five points in May to 92.9, says ANZ-Roy Morgan survey.