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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.
Voices from the Pacific

'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.

Why 'Tina from Turners' is leaving NZ for life in Samoa
Sieni Leo’o Olo is moving to Samoa for a simpler, more connected life.

'We're just doing our best': Cultural backlash hits Auckland kava business
Accusations made that new kava business 'dilutes cultural authenticity'.
Auckland Property news

$10m-plus supreme Master Builders' commercial prize to LT McGuinness
Construction business erected one of NZ's most complex buildings at the university campus.

Fletcher reveals restructuring, combines NZ/Australian divisions
Shareholders will learn more about changes planned at Fletcher at June 24 investor day.

'Wave of opportunity' – 120 new jobs, some require no experience
The business plans to seek staff in three waves, with many different roles to be filled.
Auckland Sport news
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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' reno
The builder successfully sued the couple after they refused to pay their bills.

'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.

Centenarian celebrates 103rd birthday with family and friends
Joan has two children alive, 11 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

Threats at renowned architecture firm: Ex-worker learns fate, now eyeing law school
Woman hears fate in court, after threats that saw firm go into lockdown, staff sent home.

Sir Roger Hall at 86: Can the man with the Midas touch still spin box-office gold?
A love letter to Auckland, End of Summer Time brings Dickie Hart back to the stage.