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'No prior notice': School tuckshops close across NZ amid lunch provider's liquidation
The Herald is aware of at least seven schools that have closed their tuckshops from today.
How the Crusaders are keeping pace with Super Rugby’s faster game
Ball-in-play time often exceeds 40 minutes, increasing fatigue and scoring opportunities.
Three more men arrested over Man-Up protest at Auckland children’s event
Police said there were further arrests to be made.
‘Most exposed I’ve ever seen it’: Swells uncover near-century-old shipwreck
Despite no crew perishing, a man died after a fall at the wreck a few months later.
‘No credible indication’: Doubts over economic benefits of sand mining
Economist questions why sand mining in Northland's Bream Bay got fast-track tick.
‘A race to the last mussel’: Alarm over sea life scalping from Auckland beaches
Ecologist says scraping the shoreline of mussels could affect the wider food chain.
‘A bad day in sport’: Takahashi on Black Foils struggles ahead of LA return
'As a group, we’re handling these things well. The results don’t speak for themselves.'
‘Perversion of academic freedom’: Seymour slams Auckland Uni Te Tiriti course
The university has defended the courses, saying they are relevant to studies.
‘As dry as it gets’: Auckland latest region placed under total fire ban over wildfire fears
Outdoor fires are now banned across the top of the country.
Mother jailed for live-streamed crash causing baby’s brain injury
Her 12-week-old baby suffered severe brain damage in the accident.
Why Marketplace is the horse to watch at Alexandra Park tonight
Young stars overshadow champions at Alexandra Park races tonight.
Wynyard Quarter transformation from Flowers Building to Generator Pipiri Lane
Mass timber structure design was picked for its contribution to sustainable development.
‘India is a hard market to crack’: Luxon’s high-stakes trade mission
New Zealand exports $718 million of goods to India annually without an FTA.
Polkinghorne, the reunion: Inside the Pauline Hanna pre-inquest conference
Steve Braunias attends a sequel to the murder trial of Dr Philip Polkinghorne
Editorial: The Government has a lot riding on attracting foreign investors - can new initiatives deliver?
This week's investment summit might deliver a new template for foreign investment in NZ
Plans for the new Generator Pipiri Lane, Wynyard Quayside
This shows what Precinct Properties' new mass timber building on Halsey St will look like, once Hawkins has finished the construction work. Video / Generator New Zealand
Pair taken into police custody over email threat to Auckland schools, charge laid
Police said further charges are likely to be laid as a result of a search warrant.
Killer babysitter fearful of leaving prison, admits sabotaging own freedom chances
Tiana Kapea tortured and murdered 10-month-old Jyniah Te Awa.
Review: Is this the best local play of the year?
Review: Auckland Arts Festival continues with plenty to see.
‘It wasn’t a mess’: Woman faces $400 fine for leaving donations outside op shop
The Auckland woman put the bag of glassware and clothes on a ledge by the shop entrance.
Irish agitators Fontaines D.C. take on the modern world: ‘Music for nihilists who crave hope’
Review: Emma Gleason speaks to Carlos O'Connell and sees the post-punk stars in action.
‘Dirty money’: $200k in flash cars, cash & drugs seized from Akl drug ring money launderer
Police found 44kg of meth during Operation Worthington, half of it hidden in a bathtub.
Former IRD tax agent gets 12 months home detention for tax fraud
He filed false tax returns, pocketing refunds in his own accounts.
Giltrap shakes up EV market with keenly priced Geely, reveals wider plans
Price parity with petrol cars viewed as aiding EV revival, but ICE models coming too.
‘Suspected self-inflicted’: Pauline Hanna inquest - Polkinghorne listed as interested party
Her husband Philip Polkinghorne has been listed as an interested party.
‘Phenomenal demand’: Buzz for TikTok star’s debut NZ gig prompts venue upgrade
The viral sensation will now play at a historic Auckland venue.
Opinion: Has NZ reached peak tattoo?
Celebrity Pete Davidson revealed tattoo-free skin, but does it speak to a wider shift?
Society Insider: Beauden Barrett’s new side hustle; inside billionaire’s 40th bash
Plus, Thomasin McKenzie debuts boyfriend and Kiwi fashion designer with royal connection.
From rescue to research: Green turtles released for major project
Five green turtles were released into Rangaunu Harbour in the Far North.
Dog joining your beach walk? What you need to know
How to protect wildlife from your dog (and keep them safe too).
Nicola Willis had ferry paper ready to take to Cabinet before the power shifted
It never made it to the table as scheduled due to 'ongoing discussions with ministers'.
Police take ‘enforcement action’ over Destiny Church haka on motorway
Dozens flooded on to the busy motorway - halting traffic - in the November incident.
Watch: NZ’s ‘coolest principal’ retires, famous Kiwis lead tributes
Well-known Kiwis have come together to thank Bruce Cunningham for 45 years of teaching.