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John Torode says allegation he used racist language upheld in MasterChef report
The TV presenter said he had "no recollection" of any of it, adding: "I do not believe that it happened."

Tasman communities hit by growing trees not slash - forestry industry leader
Residents across the Tasman region say forestry slash has exacerbated flood damage.

Phoenix sign Nigerian goal-scorer to replace Kosta Barbarouses
The Phoenix have announced their first new men’s signing ahead of Wrexham’s visit to Wellington.

Trump's new threat to Russia
The US president has also laid out a novel plan to get weapons to Ukraine .

Antisemitic posts appear on Elmo's social media account after hack
The hack also caused the beloved the "Sesame Street" character to appear to call for the release of Epstein files.

Five-vehicle crash closes lanes on Auckland's Northwestern Motorway
Two southbound lanes are closed on the busy highway.

Flood aftermath in popular holiday spot ‘worse than Christchurch earthquakes’
Holiday park overwhelmed by silt and logs in deluge that left damage “worse than Christchurch earthquakes”.

Commerce Commission alleges cartel conduct in new supermarket court case
The Commerce Commission is preparing to file civil proceedings against Foodstuffs North Island Ltd and Gilmours Wholesale Ltd, alleging they engaged in cartel conduct and breached grocery sector competition rules.

BBC staff at Glastonbury had power to cut Vylan feed
Tim Davie says employees who had the authority to end the broadcast were among 550 members of staff at the festival.

NRL: Why Tanah Boyd looks primed to succeed as new Warriors halfback
It was only one match – but there was a definite sense that Tanah Boyd fits well.

Australia v West Indies: New Zealand’s record test low score of 26 under threat
New Zealand’s test low of 26 is under threat.

Auckland more dependent on cars, less density than its peers, report finds
The city also has less mixed housing and building density than others, the Committee for Auckland director says.

Is it worth using a real estate agent?
Agents seem to sell properties more quickly and effectively, says property data firm Cotality.

Foodstuffs, Gilmours accused of cartel conduct: Commerce Commission to take supermarket, wholesaler to court
Foodstuffs and Gilmours allegedly blocked supplier from direct trading with customer.

Former Israeli leader says planned ‘humanitarian city’ in Gaza would be ‘concentration camp’
Israel has told the military to advance plans for the zone in Gaza which would hold hundreds of thousands of Palestinians.

Former IRD worker loses ERA claim following comments about free period products
She posted comments about period products in male and female bathrooms.

Pasifika Sipoti in brief for 15 July
A round-up of sports news from around the region, including rugby league, rugby, soccer, cricket.

Robbie Williams says his mum’s dementia means she no longer knows who he is
The singer detailed family struggles and says he is 'not ready for it'.

The moment I watched my wife be swept away in floods in the Motueka Valley
The couple were trying to move horses to higher ground during the first deluge two weeks ago when she got swept away.

One person dead after Manawatu crash
One seriously injured, two moderately hurt in two-vehicle crash.

Multi-vehicle crash causes delays on Auckland’s Northwestern Motorway
Five vehicles involved, two southbound lanes closed between Lincoln and Royal roads

BBC's twin-crises prompt apologies and promises - but will it work?
The BBC faces issues over Gregg Wallace and the Gaza documentary it says breached guidelines.

CEH Hall of Fame 2025 report shows ethical hackers impact
EC-Council’s CEH Hall of Fame 2025 report reveals how ethical hackers worldwide boost careers, salaries, and security expertise amid rising cyber threats.