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Winston Peters unveils KiwiSaver-from-birth NZ First policy, bank takeover plan
The NZ First policies would give newborns a $1000 KiwiSaver start, while combining BNZ and Kiwibank under Crown ownership.

Two dead after Mt Aspiring helicopter crash
Police said reports of the crash came in about 9.50am on Sunday morning.

Are hot baths or saunas better for you?
A new study suggests a simple soak offers surprisingly powerful health benefits, but is it better than a sauna?

Election 2026: Winston Peters speaks following polling surge as NZ First preps for election fight
Peters addresses a West Auckland audience ahead of the Budget and the election campaign.

New Zealand's walking football team takes world stage in Brisbane
The players, aged 50 and over, are hoping to make their mark at the International Walking Football Federation World Championships in Brisbane.

Auckland Grammar School welcomes government's proposed NCEA replacement
The government on Saturday released further details about the new secondary school qualification framework, which is expected to begin replacing NCEA from 2028.

'It's saved my life' - why Rousey fight means everything to Carano
Gina Carano says Saturday's featherweight fight against Ronda Rousey has "saved my life" after going through some of the most difficult years of her career prior.

From non-league to FA Cup hero - Semenyo caps rise with 'incredible' goal
The FA Cup tends to produce fairytale stories and Antoine Semenyo's sensational winning goal in this season's final provided the latest in chapter in the storied history of the world's oldest cup competition.

No trophy in turbulent season but Alonso arrival offers Chelsea hope
From the gloom of an FA Cup final loss amid a turbulent campaign, Xabi Alonso's impending arrival gives Chelsea hope, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

Live: Winston Peters unveils KiwiSaver-from-birth NZ First policy, bank takeover plan
The NZ First policies would give newborns a $1000 KiwiSaver start while combining BNZ and Kiwibank under Crown ownership.

National says it will abolish good character assessments for all sexual offending
Prime Minster Christopher Luxon made the announcement at an event in Hamilton.

National to scrap good character assessments for sex offenders at sentencing
The party has announced if re-elected they will scrap good character assessments at sentencing for all sexual crimes.

Tanah Boyd officially the Warriors’ main man as they face Broncos
All you need to know about the NRL Magic Round clash.

Live: Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith to make law and order policy announcement
The Justice Minister and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will take questions following the announcement in Waikato.

Christopher Luxon to make announcement
The Prime Minister is in Hamilton where he will make the announcement

BMW Unveils Stunning V8 Coupe Concept To Give Fans A Taste Of Alpina’s Future

Car ploughs into crowd in Italy’s Modena, injuring eight

Violent storm kills more than 100 in India as lightning and hail tear through region

Bulgaria wins Eurovision, Israel finishes second amid boycotts over its participation

'When you think you're going to die, you fall in love with the world all over again'
Sick in hospital after a stage 4 cancer diagnosis, Kate Bowler felt "a strange but lovely sense of wholeness" she later recognised as joy.

North of England Olympic bid for 2040s being assessed
The government has commissioned UK Sport to conduct an "initial strategic assessment" into a potential bid for the north of England to host the Olympics and Paralympics in the 2040s.

'Come get us' - England ready for Six Nations decider
A 38th straight Test win and eighth successive Six Nations title are far from formalities as a patched-England face a rejuvenated France in Bordeaux

Smalley leads as McIlroy, Rahm, Rose and Rai impress on US PGA 'moving day'
Thirty players are within five shots of surprise leader Alex Smalley as Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm make big moves in the third round of the US PGA Championship.