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Christopher Luxon meets King Charles, due to discuss trade and security with British PM
The Prime Minister has had a private audience with the monarch and will meet British PM Sir Keir Starmer.

North Pacific joins in paying tributes to Pope Francis, who has died at 88
The head of the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands Catholic Church said Pope Francis "challenged us to serve the most vulnerable and inspired a new era of faith".

How to make your own cleaning products
Sonja Barrish says it is a quick, cheap, and an easy thrifty tip.

Easter Holiday road toll reaches four
Before the long weekend had begun police urged road users to take it slow and stay focused on their driving.

Saving Sione: Children being adopted overseas, trafficked to work in New Zealand
A 12-year-old boy was among them, put to work in New Zealand and assaulted despite his adopted 'father' already having convictions for violence.

New Zealand extending military assistance to Ukraine
"New Zealand is unwavering in its support for Ukraine against Russia's illegal and unprovoked invasion," Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said.

Olivia Podmore inquest: Hearing to resume following lengthy adjournment
The protracted inquest into the August 2021 death of the Olympic cyclist gets back underway in Christchurch this week.

Basic banking help for the vulnerable
A bank account is a passport to the economy, but some Kiwis can't get onboard. A new scheme aims to change that.

Far North news briefs: Sports hub opening; Pink Breakfast; and fire season changes
News snippets from the Far North.

ON THE UP: From toolbelt to teaching - Far North father pivots to new career
Far North man Takawai McMath swaps building for teaching on Te Hiku programme

From hero to heartbreak and death threats: Martin Guptill revisits the 2019 Cricket World Cup
The Black Caps opener reflects on his role in cricket history - and its ongoing emotional toll.

Luxon meets King Charles following death of Pope Francis
A spokesperson for the PM said he 'enjoyed discussing NZ issues with the King'.

Blizzard developers reflect on 30 years of Warcraft
Blizzard game developers Darren Williams and Ely Cannon sit down with 9News.com.au to reflect on 30 years of Warcraft.

Christchurch woman dressed as chicken runs 10 marathons in 10 days for charity
Hadani Woodruff has raised $7000 for a mental health and addiction recovery charity.

What�s in store for school holiday weather as Cyclone Tam departs
This week is now free of severe weather warnings as Cyclone Tam weakens and moves on.

Pope Francis remembered by IOC president Thomas Bach; credited for inspiring Olympic refugee team
IOC president Thomas Bach said the Pope inspired the team's creation for the 2016 Games.

Cheaper to fly to LA than buy Air New Zealand domestic fares - angry dad
A man says it's "tone deaf" for Air New Zealand to be showing off its new uniforms at a time of high airfares.

Coroner's Court hearing on John Beckenridge and stepson set to resume
A coroner will hear more evidence about claims the pair died by murder-suicide, or staged their deaths and fled overseas.

'I haven't heard a librarian say 'shush' in 20 years': How libraries are about more than just books
Libraries in New Zealand are no longer just for books. They are learning hubs, language schools, havens for the homeless, and support centres for those who have nowhere else to go for help.

Costco �working on� options for expansion outside Auckland
Costco is considering its options for expansion.

Hundred new Kainga Ora homes built in Napier in the past year
Out of motels into homes: Kainga Ora statistics changing lives.

Far North workshop to promote ancient art of stonemasonry
Five-day Kerikeri stonemasonry course gives insight into ancient craft.

Herald Hat-trick am sports quiz - Tuesday April 22
Can you get a hat-trick?