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Te Pati Maori MP collects Time Magazine award
The magazine recognised the Hauraki-Waikato MP as one of the world’s “most influential rising star’s” earlier this month.

People critically hurt, State Highway 3 blocked after two-vehicle crash
Police have reported critical injuries at a two-vehicle accident near Hamilton.

Fire at asbestos-filled Palmerston North bar 'suspicious'
The blaze at the old Fitzherbert bar sent plumes across Palmerston North and closed schools around the city.

Heartbreak, headless dummies and 'eggy' Shakespeare: Celebrity Traitors fight to the death
A gruesome challenge follows yet another celebrity murder on the reality TV show, which nears its finale.

Police won't say how many staff are being investigated over internet use
Police minister Mark Mitchell says he willl be briefed on the allegations, including an officer who has been stood down after inappropriate material was found on a police-issued device.

When slips closed this popular track, locals came up with a cunning plan
A West Coast community group has joined forces with the Department of Conservation to reopen a historic tramway.

'This is the big one' - tech firms bet on electrifying rail
Railway operators have new options for electric trains including getting rid of locomotives altogether.

Family of alleged Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre hail former Prince Andrew's fall from grace
"Today, she declares victory,": Virginia Giuffre's family say as Prince Andrew is stripped of his titles and home. "But we need to take it one step further."

Pessimists outnumber optimists in latest consumer confidence survey
Consumer confidence fell in October as soft economic headlines reinforce consumer caution.

A new school built on ‘western civilisation’ is coming to Wellington
The former Free Speech union boss says he’s excited to have a school that could “remember the virtue of civilisation that has come from the West”.

Neo cloud & GPUaaS reshape AI in Australia & New Zealand
Neo cloud services and GPUaaS are transforming AI in Australia and New Zealand, offering cost-effective, sustainable infrastructure amid rising demand and governance challenges.

Tonga election: What are the main issues ahead of the upcoming polls?
Tongans will head to the polls on 20 November.

Wild weather delays reopening of popular Great Walks
Hikers are being urged to exercise caution amid track damage, avalanche risks and unpredictable conditions.

Pacific Championships double-header: What you need to know
A sea of red is expected to envelop Eden Park as the Kiwis take on a Tongan XIII and their parochial fan base.

Beyond the transaction: Top loyalty trends for 2026
Loyalty experts in APAC predict 2026 will see AI-driven hyperpersonalisation, real-time offers, gamification, and seamless omnichannel experiences revolutionising customer loyalty.

Hundreds of storm insurance claims across Wairarapa
A total of 200 claims were made, with Masterton having the highest number at 60 - mostly from the weather event on 21 October.

Hundreds of insurance claims have been made for damage in Wairarapa after the October storms.
Damage to fences, gutters, sheds and other property has resulted in hundreds of insurance claims being made across Wairarapa after last week’s wild and windy weather.

Blair Tickner limps out of Black Caps training
The New Zealand pace bowler copped a worrying blow at training on the eve of the final ODI against England in Wellington.

Oceania prepares for football 'revolution' with official launch of first-ever professional league
The OFC Pro League, officially launched this week and scheduled to kick off in January, "is about building careers, communities and dreams", the Oceania Football Confederation boss says.