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Why funding for end-of-life care is falling behind
The Detail - New Zealand's hospices rely heavily on donors, fundraising and a network of op shops to make up for a shortfall in government funding.

The answer to the Crusaders problems? Get Razor to pick their 10
Analysis - All the team lists, kick-off times and news for round 11 of Super Rugby Pacific.

Serial rapist Malcolm Rewa has appeal denied by Supreme Court
Malcolm Rewa previously failed to have his conviction overturned and later applied to appeal in the Supreme Court, calling his trial a miscarriage of justice.

West Papua accusations fly at Australia, US
Australia says it "unreservedly recognises Indonesia's territorial integrity and sovereignty over the Papua provinces" but also "condemns violence".

Who do the Phoenix want in the semifinals?
Assessing the three contenders the Phoenix could face in the A-League Men semifinals.

Man bites off more than he can pay for at bakery
Staff at Coupland’s Bakeries in Timaru watched a man eat two pies in the shop after his card declined, police say.

What's On in Taranaki this week
Here’s a wrap of what’s happening around the maunga over the next week.

New Zealand Fashion Week scrapped for 2024
The high-profile event is on hold this year due to the “economic downturn and pressures on consumer spending”.

Junior police officers' justified in pursuing vehicle that crashed, killing two
The watchdog says the crash was caused by driver CJ-Lee Taingahue, who was under the influence of alcohol and drugs, drove dangerously and lost control.

Watch: Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to media
The opposition leader speaks to media during a visit with community advocate Dave Letele .

Winston Peters accused of 'entirely defamatory' remarks about ex-Australian minister
Winston Peters has been accused of making "entirely defamatory" comments about former Australian foreign minister Bob Carr.

Apple to report Q2 earnings amid iPhone slowdown, China troubles

Qualcomm forecast beats estimates as AI drives chip sales in China

Devon Energy beats Q1 profit estimate on higher production

Drugs, ammunition and $80k seized in police gang raids
It comes as police target the suspected supply of methamphetamine.

Man arrested over machete threat before gunfire outside Wellington Hospital
Police say they are still trying to find the other person involved in the altercation.

Hosting first Super Rugby Pacific game 'a real boost' for Tonga rugby
Tonga is set to gain more than just their share of gate-takings when they host their first-ever Super Rugby Pacific game this weekend.

Former BBC journalist alleges police surveillance
Vincent Kearney believes the PSNI may have tried to identify his sources for a Spotlight programme.

Man sentenced for honesty box theft did it again a week later
After being sentenced to community work for stealing from a flower stand, Ryan Bernard Ingram has broken into a campground honesty box.

Defence Force staff left stranded in Antarctica for a month
A series of aircraft breakdowns and bad weather left 12 personnel stranded with a rapidly closing window to get out before winter.

Bank of New Zealand feels squeeze from higher costs, reduced margins
The Bank of New Zealand is weathering the slowing economy, but is feeling the squeeze from higher costs and reduced margins.

Kiwi turns up in suburban back yard - I didn't expect it to be that large'
'I didn't expect it to be that large': When Eugene Dementyev heard a tap at his back door, he thought it was a cat.

Kiribati's Sir Ieremia Tabai scathing about decision to deport Australian-born judge
Kiribati's first president Sir Ieremia Tabai says the decision by the government to deport Australian-born Judge David Lambourne from the country is "a farce".