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Witness in murder trial 'scared of repercussions', court told
The key witness in the trial of a man accused of murdering a friend seven years ago refused to talk to police for five years.
Pinot answers prayers
Lovers of pinot noir are probably the most obsessive, evangelical wine buffs on the planet.
Who is Ladyhawke?
She won just about everything going at the NZ Music Awards last night, but who is Ladyhawke?
Shocked couple claim $22m Powerball prize
An Auckland man kept a $22m winning Powerball ticket in his car glove box for two days before deciding to cash it in.
$22.4m lottery winner yet to come forward
The owners of a winning $22.4m Powerball lotto ticket bought from Manukau Pak'nSave have yet to claim their winnings.
A taste of Scandinavia in Manawatu
Jill Worrall visits some of the lower North Island's lesser-known gems.
Heavy rain, snow lash North Island
A severe weather warning is issued for the lower North Island while police warn of surface flooding in Auckland.
Windy weather set to continue
The MetService is forecasting these strong westerly winds are set to continue until Wednesday.
Wellington restaurant named top eatery
Logan Brown noted for its atmosphere, menu, wine list and service.