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'Party of contrarians': NZ First ethos set as Winston's grand plan awaits
NZ First's leader is primed to release his grand plan for next year's election.

'They thought we were over': Winston Peters announces NZ First's comeback
The New Zealand First leader gave his opening address in Christchurch this morning.

'I have found my happiness': Living with concussion after Lime scooter accident
Pattie Ree suffered a serious concussion following a lime scooter accident.

Can NZ First work with Labour and who will be on Winston's team?
NZ First is emerging from its hibernation with a new, younger look.

Focus: Luxon speaks after MP resigns from portfolios
Chris Luxon speaks to the media at the Te Ara Atea centre after Taranaki-King Country MP Barbara Kuriger resigned from her portfolios. Video / NZ Herald

'Get out': Trans woman 'feared for safety' when kicked out of room in 'scary' motel incident
Video footage shows motel owner saying 'go in the bedroom and ... f***ing get out'.

Families of Mosque attack victims call for removal of lawyer
Many Muslims don't trust police because of how they were treated before the attacks.

Evicted: Social housing tenant turns violent in grab for a bigger share of free food
The man became violent when his neighbours told him he had taken too much food.

Interactive: Check the mayoral and election results in every city/region
Use our interactive tool to find the results for different regions in Aotearoa.

Special investigation: While war rages, should NZ still allow Russian crews on Kiwi-flagged fishing boats?
Immigration Minister urges Kiwi fishing companies to reconsider using Russian crews.

Peter Ellis saga explained: The twists and turns of Chch Civic Creche sex abuse case
The man at the centre of the case is no longer alive to see today's verdicts.

Inside New Zealand's new, $18k-per-night luxury lodge
Dubbed the "Chicest Sheep Station in the World", it's definitely the most expensive.

Opinion: End of era for Christchurch mayor Lianne Dalziel
OPINION: Thirty-two years of service in central and local government comes to an end.

Opinion: Christchurch could become gateway to NZ space programme
OPINION: Aerospace industry is worth $24 billion a year globally.

'Still a good chance' of snow in Christchurch, roads closed as snow falls in South Island
The polar blast has arrived and the Wellington CBD may get snow in October.

Tribesmen MC gang prospect jailed for drugs 'catcher' role
Tribesmen caught with drugs worth $2m-3m.

Watch: Newborn lambs in the spring snow
A polar blast has brought snow fall to the South Island this morning. Video / George Heard

Police release photos - three offenders on the run after second raid on Merivale shops in four days
Thieves armed with hammers took off from the jewellery shop with rings and jewellery.

'Just told goodbye': Claims refugees placed in unheated, overcrowded homes after provider switch
New resettlement providers in Auckland, Chch and Hamilton after Red Cross lost tender.

TOP eyes Parliament with $6.35b tax cut, and tax on land
TOP wants to slash the 10.5 per cent tax rate to zero.

27-hour rainmaker: Slip closes highway, heavy downfall warnings for north
Rain descends on the North Island just in time for the school holidays.

MetService Christchurch weather: October 1st
MetService Christchurch weather: October 1st

'Rest in power': Tributes flow after popular Kiwi DJ dies from brain bleed
Friends, family and fans are mourning the loss of the Kiwi drum and bass pioneer.

'Utterly devastated': Popular Kiwi DJ dies after brain bleed
Auckland's drum 'n' bass legend Jay Monds was loved by many.

Alleged hit-and-run: Cyclist dies in hospital two weeks later
Police say more charges are likely.

Mayoral hopefuls face off in Christchurch: Objectives and aims outlined
Mayoral hopefuls face off at live debate in Christchurch

Something for everyone: Top events throughout the country this spring
From music fests to family fun, add these to your calendar.

Christchurch mayoral candidates to face off in live debate tonight at 5.30pm
David Meates and Phil Mauger will each make their case for why they should get the job.

Inside a gang pad: Inner sanctum of notorious bikie gang revealed
Photos obtained by the Herald give rare glimpse inside NZ gang clubhouse.