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Country Life: 'Looking for an edge' on a Māori-owned farm
At Pukepoto it's about using data to set the farm up for future generations.
Lotto Powerball: $6m is up for grabs - do you have the golden ticket?
Wednesday's $5m prize was not struck and has rolled over to $6m tonight.
One of Wellington’s two high-reach ladder trucks catches fire
The incident occurred around 6.15pm in the suburb of Northland.
Thousands of NZ buildings no longer require earthquake strengthening
Thousands of buildings across the country will no longer require earthquake strengthening as a result of the law change.
Private investigator Nick Mayer slapped with final misconduct warning over false persona
It's the third complaint against Nick Mayer, who has been given a final warning.
March for Nature: Thousands protest Conservation Amendment Bill in Auckland
The crowds were protesting the government's proposed Conservation Amendment Bill.
Fire crews contain Canterbury shed blaze
Large plumes of black smoke from the fire were seen as far away as Christchurch.
Election 2026: Labour leader Chris Hipkins faces questions at Porirua public meeting on tax, Palestine and the FBI
He was joined by Barbara Edmonds who called the neighbourhood a 'hearty, hearty place'.
'Yarnarchists' blanket Christchurch for annual yarn bomb festival
This year the festival will feature a silent disco tour, with participants donning yarn-bombed headsets and dancing their way through the collection of artworks.
Forest and Bird calls for fast-tracked coal mining application to be declined
The EPA has asked mining company Bathurst for more information about how it would protect wildlife in Buller.
Maraetai Beach rescue: 3 hospitalised after kayaks capsize in icy waters off Auckland coast
A police Eagle helicopter, maritime unit and Coastguard were used in the rescue.
Waitematā FC player Raymond Kumar jailed for kicking opponent in face at match on Auckland’s North Shore
He faces possible deportation after the on-field coward punch and face kick.
Police helicopter crew rescues 'ill-prepared' kayakers in Auckland
One of the Eagle helicopter's crew entered the water to help the group, after they capsized in Maraetai on Saturday.
Greenpeace protests Conservation Amendment Bill in downtown Auckland
The environmental group claims 35,000 attended the march, but police report somewhat less.
$80k isn't much, how have I ended up near the top tax rate? Ask Susan
RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions.
One Up Realty fined $18,000 after six-year trust account audit breach
One Up Realty ignored repeated reminders that it was not complying with the law.
Herald afternoon quiz: September 19
Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.
Parliament passes earthquake-prone building reforms with $8.2b savings forecast
The changes are expected to save building owners and the economy $8.2 billion.
Homicide investigation launched after woman found dead in Wellington
Emergency services were called to Gahagan Way, Newlands, around 4am.
Speldhurst still waiting for speed sign change
Speldhurst residents are still waiting for the promised 80km/h limit to appear on the road signs.
