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Hurricanes fend off Highlanders to put season back on track

The Hurricanes climbed off the bottom of the table with a much-needed defensive rearguard.

Hurricanes hang on for much-needed win over Highlanders

All the action from the Super Rugby Pacific clash between the Highlanders and Hurricanes.

Mayor encourages public protest at Napier Health Centre over overnight health care

Over 100 signed a health services 'Buller Declaration', and the mayor urged them to rally.

‘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.

‘He’s not picked’: All Blacks prop loses spot as Hurricanes get reinforcements

'They need to build into their season, starting now,' says coach Clark Laidlaw.

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.

The rise of the influencer – and how NZ tourism operators are trying to cash in

Two of our four major cities have spent tens of thousands on social media influencers.

Self-defence or murder? Jury to decide 14-year-old alleged killer’s fate

'It was a David and Goliath situation,' defence argues.

Super Rugby team lists: Changes aplenty ahead of round five clashes

All the ins and outs ahead of the fifth round of the Super Rugby Pacific season.

Search for woman who failed to board flight stepped up

Police believe Penelope may have travelled to the Otago Peninsula area.

‘I feel horrible with myself’: 14yo recalls horror at realising he had stabbed older boy

The young defendant told the court he only intended to scare the older boy, not harm him.

‘I wanted others to see me as tough’: 14yo accused of Dunedin bus hub murder addresses court

The defendant told the court he began carrying a knife for protection from bullies.

All Black, Otago great dies

All Black number 586 Dave Gillespie has died at the age of 90.

Have you seen Penelope? Police searching for 65yo woman who failed to board flight

She was last seen on February 28 and police have concerns for her welfare.

Complaints over student’s clothing halts bus safety campaign

The local council said it did not take a position on any political issue.

T&G Global posts 128% profit growth despite $9.9m net loss

Apples the 'engine room for growth' for T&G Global.

Do you still need sunscreen in autumn?

'Don’t be fooled just because the temperatures can be lower,' warns one expert.

NZ music icon Martin Phillipps honoured in museum display

The acclaimed New Zealand songwriter died age 61 last year.