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NZTA’s outdated e-scooter regulations need a serious overhaul – editorial
OPINION: Thousands of e-scooters on NZ roads are illegal due to outdated NZTA rules.

Rapist Luca Fairgray’s $120k taxpayer-funded battle to keep identity secret
'Let’s call it what it is – a rort,' mother of one of Luca Fairgray's victims says.

Whanganui crisis cafe in works as police pull back from mental health callouts
'Really, there needs to be some involvement from everybody.'

Horse racing legend has no interest in slowing down
Training legend John Wheeler on why retirement is not an option.

Food innovation: Can New Zealand become a powerhouse?
Opinion: "I think there’s some exciting opportunities happening in New Zealand now."

Why Rotorua will always be home for Hollywood star Cliff Curtis
He may be a big deal in the US, but he says NZ will always be home.

Auckland FC can put one hand on silverware against Melbourne Victory
Western United’s shock loss to Brisbane Roar has increased the odds of the A-League Men newcomers claiming the Premiers’ Plate this weekend.

One Savea brother out, one Savea brother in for Moana Pasifika
Ardie Savea will miss Saturday’s visit to Pukekohe by the Brumbies, but Julian Savea is back as Tana Umaga’s side eye a bounce-back win.

Highlanders bracing for Chiefs backlash
All you need to know about the Super Rugby Pacific match between the Chiefs and Highlanders in Hamilton on Saturday.

One billionaire gone and Burling’s break-up: What next for America’s Cup?
Team NZ boss Grant Dalton is nearing a decision on its next destination in Europe or the Middle East, with other lines of intrigue also teetering.

11-year-old takes on mountain
Touched by the stories of children displaced by a flood in the Himalayas, 11-year-old Mitchell MacLachlan is putting his best foot forward to help.

Busy and successful? I bet you’re terrified of fun
OPINION: I Googled, “does anyone else struggle to have fun?” If your life has taken on all the flavour and excitement of partially reheated frozen microwave lasagne, then Verity Johnson recommends a creative recovery programme.

Cyclone Tam: Second weather system looming, storm lashes South Island
Possible heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in Auckland before midday.

Whangarei’s Hundertwasser Art Centre denied State Highway 1 signs
The Hundertwasser Art Centre is not easy to find, with no signs on SH1 directing tourists.

Weather: Cyclone Tam cleanup continues in Northland with power cuts, trees down
A teen had to run for his life in Kerikeri as a tree collapsed in the wild weather.

No tariffs for timber but New Zealand forestry not out of the woods: Marcus Musson
OPINION: The tariff roulette wheel has been spinning furiously for the past few weeks.

Love given the keys as Hurricanes enter season-defining fortnight
All you need to know as the Hurricanes take on the Western Force in Perth on Saturday night.

Warriors back home looking to bounce back from heavy Storm defeat
All you need to know about the NRL round seven match between the Warriors and Broncos in Auckland on Saturday night.

Moana’s emerging star a late bloomer who idolised iconic All Blacks No 10
Three weeks ago, he tormented the Crusaders in one of Super Rugby’s great shocks after a long journey via a famous Sydney club and England’s lower leagues.

Security staff seen sharing vapes, ‘hanging out’ with kids at Christchurch bus interchange
Concerns about the guards being “too friendly” with young people have been raised for some time, Stuff can reveal.

Abandoned house in remote Otago settlement for sale after court order
Going, going, gone? An abandoned home under court order to be sold, failed to sell at an auction.

Driving after bad weather? Here’s a tip that could save you thousands of dollars
Sand and salt left on roads after bad weather can cause corrosion. Cases before a tribunal include rust under a near-new Lexus - here’s how to avoid it.