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‘Unsubstantiated smears’: World power denounces New Zealand spy agency ‘Cold War’ report
The report said that while a number of states carry out foreign interference in New Zealand, “the most active country” is the People’s Republic of China (PRC). But the embassy rejected that assessment.

Crash blocks lanes on northwestern motorway at Whenuapai
The right lanes are blocked between Brigham Creek Road and Hobsonville Road.

Women's Rugby World Cup: What you need to know
New nations, a new trophy and a new outlook on the women's game will make this year's tournament the biggest yet.

Fonterra in global business sale worth nearly $4 billion
Farmer shareholder vote expected later this year, with sale completion targeted for 2026.

Kiwi behind the scenes of X-Files and Lost dies, aged 78
His dark style won him awards and propelled iconic TV series into the public imagination.

‘Smashed my mana’: Man with ta moko denied entry to Australian hotel
He was denied entry into a local hotel, due to the fact he had ta moko on his face.

UK skydiver deliberately fell to her death
Jade Damarell was a very experienced sky diver and had completed more than 500 jumps.

Remember Five? They are coming to New Zealand
After 25 years apart, all five members of the British boyband will reunite for a world tour that will take in New Zealand.

KPop Demon Hunters a huge hit for Netflix - what you need to know about it
The Netflix animated film KPop Demon Hunters is the streamer's most-watched original film.

Moananuiakea crew reaches Rarotonga on four-year Pacific Ocean voyage
A Hawaiian navigator-in-training taking part in a 47-month voyage of the Pacific Ocean says it is a heavy responsibility knowing her job is to keep navigation stays both relevant and sacred.

Fonterra sells Mainland, Anchor brands to French food giant
The dairy cooperative has sold its consumer businesses, including Mainland and Anchor, for nearly $4 billion.

What's the point of New Zealand Fashion Week?
New Zealand Fashion Week is returning after a one-year hiatus with a new vision that is public-facing rather than exclusive.

Vet practice receives 400 applications for receptionst job
After the first 10 days of being inundated with CVs, a vet practice gave up looking at any more.

Air Force chief says Boeing 757 replacements absolutely necessary
The planes account for a $620 million capital cost.

Rugby star considering WWE move after World Cup
Ilona Maher says professional wrestling could lead to Hollywood acting career.

Why All Blacks picked a new No 8 against Pumas
Scott Robertson's decision to park the physically imposing Simon Parker in the All Blacks' No 8 jersey has created more work for Argentina's coaches ahead of the test in Buenos Aires.

‘You don’t buy a TV to eat’: Smiths City downsizes in a new sign of the economic times
Big box retailer Smiths City has announced it is downsizing after its business dropped 40% from two years ago.

Timber industry braces in troubled times
Carter Holt Harvey is planning to shut its Eves Valley sawmill and focusing on Kawerau, with 142 jobs affected.

It's confirmed: one of the biggest UK boybands of the late 90s heading to NZ
Five sold more than 20 million records during their heyday.

All Blacks: Simon Parker straight into starting side, Codie Taylor to play 100th test
Scott Robertson has pulled the trigger on his newest, biggest weapon.

Cyclist dies in crash in Auckland
The crash occurred in the suburb of Onehunga yesterday.

Council's housing density plan will bring more people to inner Auckland, architect says
Auckland Council has voted to take the draft changes out for consultation.