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Vege tips: Why every gardener needs a worm farm
Opinion: A worm farm and nutrients are a great combination for the vegetable garden.
Editorial: A delusional alternative budget from Greens is what we've come to expect
OPINION: The Greens derive much of their support from the wealthiest electorates in NZ.
Letters: New Zealand was at its wealthiest with a smaller population
OPINION: When is it appropriate to use the C-word in any situation?
Watch: Kiwi released on Waiheke Island for first time
Waiheke Island is the first urban area in Auckland where kiwi have been released.
'Our life has been consumed': Remuera couple's six-year legal fight over 'defective' mansion reno
The builder successfully sued the couple after they refused to pay their bills.
'Insufficient evidence': Woman claims police botched probe into alleged abduction
Two women claim they were kidnapped by several men in a van - who remain in the community.
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Morning quiz: What vitamin are apples particularly high in?
Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.
PM’s office keeping info on speech that irritated Peters secret
The office wants to protect 'free and frank' opinions.
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Christchurch News
'Scared to death': Ex-Aucklander running Cook Islands tour is accused of risking lives
A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a tour operator.
$15 million remains up for grabs, two players $500,000 richer
Three players shared the must win Strike jackpot taking home $500,000.
Black Ferns leave it late in draw with Canada
The Black Ferns showed resilience in the final moments to deny Canada the win.
Wellington news
Your ultimate guide to King's Birthday weekend
We’ve scoped out the best activities to do across regions in NZ.
Editorial: A delusional alternative budget from Greens is what we've come to expect
OPINION: The Greens derive much of their support from the wealthiest electorates in NZ.
International rider wins again as he makes his mark in Central Districts
A Brazilian who met a Kiwi in Singapore is our latest riding star.
Auckland News
From city to the skies: 5 new things in travel for your next trip
Special journeys and experiences to spend your travel funds on.
Your ultimate guide to King's Birthday weekend
We’ve scoped out the best activities to do across regions in NZ.
Auckland FC beat Melbourne Victory in first leg of semifinal
Auckland FC have the edge heading into the second leg.
Regional news
'Top dollar for no services': Residents decry council neglect
Residents in the Far North pay up to $5000 in rates but get few services.
A labour of love: Family's green transformation of leaky city building
The green Vinery Lane renovation also includes transformation of the nearby carpark.
Kiwifruit and sustainable sportswear: A year of the NZ-EU trade deal
Kiwifruit growers earned an extra $18,000 annually due to the NZ-EU FTA.
‘Bittersweet’: Why family left mouldy property where their baby died
Family wanted to leave as mould issues continued but were torn by the home's nostalgia.
Kiwifruit and sustainable sportswear: A year of the NZ-EU trade deal
Kiwifruit growers earned an extra $18,000 annually due to the NZ-EU FTA.
‘Not just a body of water’: Wastewater pipe being built under river draws strong opposition
'No adversely affected persons and no special circumstances,' the council report says.
Napier homicide: Gang connection rumours 'damaging' and untrue - police
Teen homicide victim Kaea Karauria will be laid to rest next to his beloved Papa.
'I’m burned out': One-of-a-kind museum needs funding for next phase
Introducing a door charge is 'absolutely not' an option.
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