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Auckland Uni aims to host All Blacks at $320m sports centre

The state-of-the-art complex features Olympic gym gear and an indoor arena.

Watch: Beachgoers attempt rescue of mako shark at Christchurch’s Sumner Beach

The shark washed ashore at Sumner Beach on Thursday night, prompting a police call out.

Christchurch beachgoers attempt shark rescue

A stranded shark on a Christchurch beach prompted a daring rescue attempt by two beachgoers, despite their efforts, the animal did not survive.

Security guard beat his partner in public after late-night row in Wellington

Members of the public provided evidence that helped secure a conviction.

‘A very bad scene’: Shock after three stabbed in Auckland altercation

Police say those involved in the incident knew each other.

‘I didn’t know where it was': WNBA player’s journey to NZ league

Ashley Joens has played for three WNBA teams, but a team in NZ ticked all her boxes.

Towards a digital future for Māori: Cash boost for tech academy

The grant will help to provide 300 students with upgraded gaming PCs.

'A wolf in sheep’s clothing:' How one woman's $500k theft destroyed a family business

'Because of you, the company [had] to shut down with the loss of all jobs.'

Winston Peters gifted a horse during visit to Mongolia

'In Mongolian culture, horses symbolise freedom, strength and vitality,' Peters said.

Jeffrey Epstein's contact list revealed

Jeffrey Epstein's contact list reveals Michael Jackson, Alec Baldwin, more.

‘A lovely boyfriend’: More women fall victim to Martin Henderson romance scam

One woman paid $120,000 and thought she was in a relationship with the actor for a year.

Horse medicine for humans? NZ breakthrough could revolutionise wound treatment

Gel could help diabetics, the elderly and burns patients heal a lot quicker.

‘We’ve had no one apply’: Teacher shortage hits region

The Bay could be short of 180 primary school teachers in 2025, according to projections.

‘He’s the minister responsible’: PM makes expectations clear to Seymour over school lunches

Christopher Luxon says the programme is still experiencing some 'teething issues'.

'Shared some wonderful times': Hawke’s Bay couple celebrate 80 years of marriage

Their secret for success has been to never go to bed on an argument.

How a race weekend became a dream come true for Norm Stewart

‘Dream burst into reality’ when La Dulcin’ee recorded an emotionally charged win.

Exclusive: Mangawhai woman says she was sucked into tornado’s vortex

Tina Johnson was lifted into the tornado with her mattress.

‘A true man of the arts’: Renowned Hastings ballet dancer Laurie Ruffell dies

Dancer rose through the Royal Ballet ranks to become a soloist.