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Harbour Bridge briefly closed as severe winds batter Auckland
The MetService issued a red alert for the bridge until midnight, warning that dangerous gusts are likely to force repeated closures particularly between 5pm and 9pm.

Kiwi ultra runner Ruth Croft makes history with three UTMB world series wins
Ruth Croft has become the first woman to win all three UTMB world series races.

Government talks up law and order as faith from voters falls
Violent crime has fallen - but so has faith in National’s ability to manage the cost of living crisis.

NPC rugby live updates: Wellington v Auckland
Follow all the action from Jerry Collins Stadium, Porirua.

Live High winds, thunderstorms forecast for North Island, snow warnings for South
MetService has issued an orange strong-wind warning for Auckland, Great Barrier Island and Coromandel Peninsula from 3pm through to midnight.

Police seek help identifying man after late-night assault at Greymouth restaurant
The man, who was thought to be from either Nelson or Christchurch, was involved in a late-night attack on August 8.

First Kiwi woman to play at Wimbledon dies aged 101
Evelyn Webster was a national champion renowned for powerful shots despite her size and had to sail to England to compete at tennis’ most prestigious event.

French voice fears over Bayeux Tapestry move to UK
The precious medieval work is to be displayed in London next year - but the French art world is strongly opposed.

They just met - now they're honeymooning in 'hell' on 'BBC's answer to Love Island'
A new BBC reality show, Stranded on Honeymoon Island, tests whether love can thrive in isolation.

Cost of living taking toll on pensioners - retirement commissioner
New statistics are a wake up call for people who are young and middle-aged.

Huckberry Is Selling These Luxurious $245 Suede Boat Shoes for Just $135, and They're 'Beyond Comfortable'

Putin, Modi visit China for Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit

'I can't remember a worse VAR decision' - Murphy on King's disallowed goal
Match of the Day pundits Danny Murphy and Steph Houghton give their thoughts on VAR disallowing Josh King's goal for Fulham against Chelsea.

Four mates from Dunedin releasing bangers on their own terms
The members of London-based "Kiwi band for the world", Mild Orange, share a passion for travel and connection.

Unexplained death in Lower Hutt not being treated as suspicious - police
The Petone Esplanade was temporarily closed, but has has since reopened and emergency services have left the scene.

Wellington v Auckland – NPC round five
Follow live coverage as Wellington host Auckland at Porirua Park in round five of the National Provincial Championship.

Fans slam grown-up who took child’s souvenir at US Open - millionaire accused
A businessman has been accused of snatching a US Open player’s cap out of a child’s hands, with the incident prompting debate online and scrutiny of his company.

State Highway 50 closed after serious crash in Hawke’s Bay
Police said the single-vehicle crash happened shortly before 12.10pm on Sunday, north of Tikokino.

Police seeking identification of South Island male after assault
The man could be from Nelson or Christchurch.

The first game to feel truly cinematic is back - years after its creator left
The first new game in the series in a decade - a remake - has been released, without involvement of the series creator.

Evelyn Webster , first NZ woman to play at Wimbledon, dies aged 101
Evelyn Webster competed at Wimbledon under her maiden name Attwood in the middle of last century.

‘I felt like vomiting’: Owen Farrell accused of ‘lying’ by French club boss
Racing 92’s president said he was “upset” when the ex-England captain played again for the Lions in Australia after an unhappy season in France.

Thousands march against Gaza war in Frankfurt after ban overturned