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Samoan man charged in 1.4kg meth bust allegedly employed by Customs Ministry, local media say
The Samoan man was arrested and charged with importing 1.4kg of methamphetamine hidden inside a box of frozen chicken on Saturday.

Arsonist who caused millions of dollars in damage turns her back on court
Maya Moore dialled in remotely from Wellington's Arohata prison as she was sentenced to nine years.

Wyze Battery Video Doorbell review: Big security, small price tag
At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Sharp 1536p head-to-toe video Flexible battery or wired installation Smart alerts microSD card slot for local storage Cons Advanced AI requires paid subscription Chime sold separately No Apple HomeKit support Our Verdict The Wyze Battery Video Doorbell delivers crisp video, solid smart features, and flexible setup, making it an especially good choice for renters or...

30 with Guyon Espiner: Sir Bill English believes Christopher Luxon will lead National to election victory
Despite Christopher Luxon dropping in the polls, Sir Bill English is confident he's the right person to lead to National victory in 2026.

Whoa! Get Windows 11 Pro for 65% off with this Black Friday deal
I don’t like the fact that Microsoft ended support for Windows 10 as much as anyone else, but it’s definitely a sign that you need to upgrade to a more modern software. I know the price is something that’s keeping most of us from getting new Windows 11 licenses, so...

Worried savers look for other options as interest rates fall
But experts warn that they should understand the risks they are taking.

'I was engulfed in this huge cloud of orange and green slime'
From loose-boweled whales in Tonga to the deafening call of the Weddell seal, Kiwi cameraman Andrew Penniket has had plenty of close encounters under the surface.

THIS CROC IS (not) AN XBOX
Microsoft and Crocs—the brand of polyethelene clogs that are as divisive as they are ubiquitous—seem to have a thing goin’ on. Just a short time after causing an online sensation with the limited edition Windows XP shoes, the brands are back with an Xbox edition. The “Xbox Classic Clog” doesn’t...

Delays on Auckland Harbour Bridge after roadworks equipment breakdown
Lanes have reopened but the transport agency is warning motorists to allow extra time for southbound travel.

One in five Auckland home sellers making a loss
In the third quarter of this year, 87.8 percent of properties nationwide were sold for more than the sellers had paid for them.

ROG Xbox Ally’s tuned performance profiles will extend battery life
Anyone who’s ever owned a gaming laptop knows of its fundamental weakness: Plugged in, it can game forever. Unplugged, its gaming capabilities can be measured in minutes. Microsoft and its “handheld gaming PC,” the ROG Xbox Ally, have struck a balance with new Default Game Profiles. It’s a smart addition to...

Police seek public help to find missing Christchurch teen
14-year-old last seen leaving school on Monday, November 17

Auckland containers torched again as fire mystery deepens
Emergency services were called to a business park in Waiuku early on Wednesday.

Milk production hits historic levels as Fonterra narrows payout forecast
Milk production hit historic levels last month, but high global supply has seen Fonterra lower its forecast farmgate milk price - which one analyst says will disincentivise production.

The rising cost of taking a gamble on the what-ifs
Consumer NZ says there are worrying signs that more people are dropping their house insurance as a result.

Battlefield 6 goes free for a week on PC, PS5, and Xbox
Battlefield 6 was officially released on October 10th yet the game is already being offered for free. Well, not totally free. Interested players who still haven’t bought it for whatever reason—maybe because you’re unsure of how it plays—can now play for free until December 2nd. The free week is available on...