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Hurricanes inflict record win on Blues at Eden Park
The Super Rugby Pacific pacesetters ran up their biggest score ever against their Auckland rivals.
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Refugee status denied for man fleeing conflict with neighbour
Claims of being hanged from a tree and slashed in the head with a sickle have not led to an Indian man being granted refugee status in New Zealand.
Refugee status denied for man fleeing conflict with neighbour
Refugee status denied for man fleeing conflict with neighbour
Claims of being hanged from a tree and slashed in the head with a sickle have not led to an Indian man being granted refugee status in New Zealand.
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How Harvey Weinstein’s fourth trial placed #MeToo’s legacy on the stand
Actor Jessica Mann has now told her story of rape to three courtrooms – and insists she’ll do it again.
How Harvey Weinstein’s fourth trial placed #MeToo’s legacy on the stand
How Harvey Weinstein’s fourth trial placed #MeToo’s legacy on the stand
Actor Jessica Mann has now told her story of rape to three courtrooms – and insists she’ll do it again.
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Mystics beat Stars, injury concern for Silver Fern ahead of Games selection
The Mystics have beaten cross-town rivals the Stars 57-51, in a battle for third place on the ANZ Premiership ladder, without one of their stars.
Mystics beat Stars, injury for Silver Fern ahead of Games selection
Mystics beat Stars, injury concern for Silver Fern ahead of Games selection
The Mystics have beaten cross-town rivals the Stars 57-51, in a battle for third place on the ANZ Premiership ladder, without one of their stars.
The cost of missed payments: Afterpay collects nearly $20m in fees
• Valiant Phoenix bow to Melbourne City in A-League final
Valiant Wellington Phoenix bow to Melbourne City in A-League women’s final
Valiant Phoenix bow to Melbourne City in A-League final
• Government confirms NCEA replacement details
Government confirms NCEA replacement details
Government confirms NCEA replacement details
• Jen Sherman: ‘The Sh***y Housewife Gets Nerdy’
Jen Sherman: ‘The Sh***y Housewife Gets Nerdy’
Jen Sherman: ‘The Sh***y Housewife Gets Nerdy’
• Person trapped on coastal rocks now safe, police say
Person trapped on coastal rocks now safe, police say
Person trapped on coastal rocks now safe, police say
• Quakes shake top of South Island
Quakes shake top of South Island
Quakes shake top of South Island
• Trump says ISIS second-in-command eliminated
US President Donald Trump says ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki eliminated
Trump says ISIS second-in-command eliminated
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Council backs free arts event amid spending concerns
16 May 2026
The event called Dance Your Sillies Out is part of Auckland Council’s new Sounds of Tāmaki Makaurau programme, launched during New Zealand Music Month.
Auckland Council backs free arts event as debate grows over spending priorities
Council backs free arts event amid spending concerns
The event called Dance Your Sillies Out is part of Auckland Council’s new Sounds of Tāmaki Makaurau programme, launched during New Zealand Music Month.
• Whangārei driver arrested after doing burnout in front of police
Whangārei driver arrested after doing burnout in front of police
• Port of Tauranga to compensate iwi for ‘wasted effort’ after aborting resource consent application
Port of Tauranga to compensate iwi for ‘wasted effort’ after aborting resource consent application
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Education Minister Stanford promises update on social media ban
16 May 2026
While she remains committed to introducing legislation this year, the Prime Minister wants it before the election.
Education Minister Erica Stanford promises update on social media ban in June
Education Minister Stanford promises update on social media ban
While she remains committed to introducing legislation this year, the Prime Minister wants it before the election.
• The House: The constitutional shift you may have missed this week
The House: The constitutional shift you may have missed this week
• Ngāti Ruanui demands apology for ‘shameful’ Shane Jones comments
Ngāti Ruanui demands apology for ‘shameful’ Shane Jones comments
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‘Really disappointing for him’: All Blacks hopeful suffers serious injury
16 May 2026
Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph said the initial diagnosis was that Caleb Tangitau had ruptured his Achilles tendon.
All Blacks wing prospect Tangitau suffers serious injury
‘Really disappointing for him’: All Blacks hopeful suffers serious injury
Highlanders coach Jamie Joseph said the initial diagnosis was that Caleb Tangitau had ruptured his Achilles tendon.
• NSW Waratahs bury Fijian Drua’s Super Rugby pacific hopes in Laucala mud
NSW Waratahs bury Fijian Drua’s Super Rugby pacific hopes in Laucala mud
• Both Kiwis on the pace at halfway stage of PGA Championship
Both Kiwis on the pace at halfway stage of PGA Championship
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WorkSafe charges Scott Technology over worker death
16 May 2026
The charge of failing to ensure the health and safety of workers carries a maximum $1.5m fine.
WorkSafe charges Scott Technology over worker death
WorkSafe charges Scott Technology over worker death
The charge of failing to ensure the health and safety of workers carries a maximum $1.5m fine.
• At Samsung, the global AI boom spurred a looming strike and deep divisions
At Samsung, the global AI boom spurred a looming strike and deep divisions
• Noel Leeming to open new branch on Auckland’s Queen Street
Noel Leeming to open new branch on Auckland’s Queen Street
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Delta Goodrem reaches Eurovision grand final after fiery performance
15 May 2026
Delta Goodrem has performed her pop ballad Eclipse at Eurovision in Vienna, the 11th time Australia has appeared at the music extravaganza.
Delta Goodrem reaches Eurovision grand final after fiery performance
Delta Goodrem reaches Eurovision grand final after fiery performance
Delta Goodrem has performed her pop ballad Eclipse at Eurovision in Vienna, the 11th time Australia has appeared at the music extravaganza.
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Hooked on ultra-processed food
15 May 2026
New research from Auckland University reveals why it’s not entirely our own fault we love junk food.
Hooked on ultra-processed food
Hooked on ultra-processed food
New research from Auckland University reveals why it’s not entirely our own fault we love junk food.
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NZ caught in ‘big trouble’ between China and US – expert
15 May 2026
Thitinan Pongsudhirak suggests there’s a bold move New Zealand could make.
NZ caught in ‘big trouble’ between China and US – expert
NZ caught in ‘big trouble’ between China and US – expert
Thitinan Pongsudhirak suggests there’s a bold move New Zealand could make.
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The love story behind NZ’s only wagon wheel makers
15 May 2026
Their carriages have featured on the silver screen in some of New Zealand’s biggest productions.
The love story behind NZ’s only wagon wheel makers
The love story behind NZ’s only wagon wheel makers
Their carriages have featured on the silver screen in some of New Zealand’s biggest productions.
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Why ‘greenhushing’ signals deeper issues with NZ’s climate risk reporting regime
There are signs NZ’s climate disclosure regime may inadvertently be driving a very different trend: not saying much at all.
Why ‘greenhushing’ signals deeper issues with NZ’s climate risk reporting regime
Why ‘greenhushing’ signals deeper issues with NZ’s climate risk reporting regime
There are signs NZ’s climate disclosure regime may inadvertently be driving a very different trend: not saying much at all.
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Analysis: This week in Beijing, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping quietly admitted something the world has been slow to grasp: neither can afford a collision between…
US President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping end unipolar age in Beijing
Is the US-China rivalry over?
Analysis: This week in Beijing, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping quietly admitted something the world has been slow to grasp: neither can afford a collision between…
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We tested the new World Cup ball – this is what you need to know
Analysis – For two decades, researchers have studied soccer ball aerodynamics. Latest tests suggest the 2026 ball is more stable, but with a slightly shorter… Video
We tested the new World Cup ball – this is what you need to know about how it will fly, dip and swerve
We tested the new World Cup ball – this is what you need to know
Analysis – For two decades, researchers have studied soccer ball aerodynamics. Latest tests suggest the 2026 ball is more stable, but with a slightly shorter… Video
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Minister puts money where her mouth is with Budget allowance cut
Analysis – Nicola Willis will be commended for slashing operating allowances at each of her Budgets, but remains open to criticism.
Finance Minister puts money where her mouth is by reducing Budget’s operating allowance
Minister puts money where her mouth is with Budget allowance cut
Analysis – Nicola Willis will be commended for slashing operating allowances at each of her Budgets, but remains open to criticism.
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Hymns for Ascension Sunday include Marnie Barrell’s Christ ascends to God, Hail the day that sees him rise by Charles Wesley, and a hymn by his colleague, Edward Perronet: All hail the power of Jesus’ name. Audio
Hymns on Sunday, 17 May 2026
Hymns on Sunday, 17 May 2026
Hymns for Ascension Sunday include Marnie Barrell’s Christ ascends to God, Hail the day that sees him rise by Charles Wesley, and a hymn by his colleague, Edward Perronet: All hail the power of Jesus’ name. Audio
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Juggling family, fame and football
Ahead of his August appearance with the Auckland Philharmonia, British cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason talks to RNZ Concert’s Bryan Crump about football, his phenomenally talented musical family, and playing Elgar. Audio
Juggling family, fame and football
Juggling family, fame and football
Ahead of his August appearance with the Auckland Philharmonia, British cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason talks to RNZ Concert’s Bryan Crump about football, his phenomenally talented musical family, and playing Elgar. Audio
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Video Premiere: Cinderella Suite
Taken from Claire Cowan’s reimagining of Cinderella’s story in ballet format this suite of tunes builds an imaginary world reflecting the values of modern-day society. Performed by Christchurch Symphony Orchestra.
Video Premiere: Cinderella Suite
Video Premiere: Cinderella Suite
Taken from Claire Cowan’s reimagining of Cinderella’s story in ballet format this suite of tunes builds an imaginary world reflecting the values of modern-day society. Performed by Christchurch Symphony Orchestra.
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Wellington Jazz Festival: Riki Gooch’s Ngā Tuone
Te ao Māori – the interconnectedness of all things – and Mōteatea (chants) are influences Riki Gooch incorporated into his symphony Ngā Tuone, premiered at the 2020 Wellington Jazz Festival. Video, Audio
Wellington Jazz Festival: Riki Gooch’s Ngā Tuone
Wellington Jazz Festival: Riki Gooch’s Ngā Tuone
Te ao Māori – the interconnectedness of all things – and Mōteatea (chants) are influences Riki Gooch incorporated into his symphony Ngā Tuone, premiered at the 2020 Wellington Jazz Festival. Video, Audio
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Autistic man still in seclusion, months after court ruling
Even after the Supreme Court ruled the grounds for holding him were unlawful, the 21-year wait for a better home continues.
Autistic man still detained after 21 years of seclusion, even after Supreme Court ruling
Autistic man still in seclusion, months after court ruling
Even after the Supreme Court ruled the grounds for holding him were unlawful, the 21-year wait for a better home continues.
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NZ First donors want more tax breaks for horse racing
A leaked report shows major industry donors fear the industry is “unsustainable” without further tax breaks.
Big NZ First donors argue for tax breaks to save ‘unsustainable’ racing industry
NZ First donors want more tax breaks for horse racing
A leaked report shows major industry donors fear the industry is “unsustainable” without further tax breaks.
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6 meetings, 34 missed items: The short, complicated term of KiwiRail’s Scott O’Donnell
Donnell would have been paid tens of thousands, but missed large chunks of the meetings. Audio
Six meetings, 34 agenda items missed: The short, complicated term of KiwiRail’s Scott O’Donnell
6 meetings, 34 missed items: The short, complicated term of KiwiRail’s Scott O’Donnell
Donnell would have been paid tens of thousands, but missed large chunks of the meetings. Audio
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‘Can’t trust him’: NZ ‘probably’ withholding intelligence from US
The CIA’s former head of counterintelligence says our top spies will be weighing cutting the US out.
Why New Zealand is ‘probably’ withholding intelligence from the United States
‘Can’t trust him’: NZ ‘probably’ withholding intelligence from US
The CIA’s former head of counterintelligence says our top spies will be weighing cutting the US out.
What You Need to Know
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How do I get a flu vaccine and what is the ‘super-k’ flu?
Explainer – Where can you get your flu vaccine this year, and what will it cost? Here’s what you need to know. Audio
What you need to know about getting a flu vaccine this year and the ‘super-k’ flu
How do I get a flu vaccine and what is the ‘super-k’ flu?
Explainer – Where can you get your flu vaccine this year, and what will it cost? Here’s what you need to know. Audio
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How worried should we be about the hantavirus?
Explainer – The internet is filling with panic, but could it really be another Covid-19? Here’s what we know so far. Video, Audio
What exactly is the hantavirus outbreak and how worried should we be?
How worried should we be about the hantavirus?
Explainer – The internet is filling with panic, but could it really be another Covid-19? Here’s what we know so far. Video, Audio
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What we know so far about the new citizenship test
Explainer – Would-be citizens will have to pass a test starting next year: What might that look like and how do other countries do it? Audio
What you need to know about New Zealand’s new citizenship test plans
What we know so far about the new citizenship test
Explainer – Would-be citizens will have to pass a test starting next year: What might that look like and how do other countries do it? Audio
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What is the English Language Bill and what would it do?
Explainer – You’re reading this in English right now – but should English be an official language? Parliament is soon set to decide. Video
What is the English Language Bill and what would it actually do in New Zealand?
What is the English Language Bill and what would it do?
Explainer – You’re reading this in English right now – but should English be an official language? Parliament is soon set to decide. Video
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