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Auckland swelters during hottest November day on record
Many parts of the country have exceeded 30 degrees celsius on Thursday.

MIKI Sand Art Set recalled over potential asbestos contamination
More than 570 units sold nationwide now subject to urgent recall.

East Sepik Governor Bird slams 2026 Budget
The K$30.9 billion spending plan, unveiled earlier this week, has been characterised by analysts as highly political and aligned with next year's election cycle.

Marshall Islands introduces world's first crypto-based universal income scheme
The Marshall Islands government announced its universal basic income system on Wednesday, with blockchain as its main mode of delivery.

Site for national Erebus memorial revealed
Ministry for Culture and Heritage selected the location after two-year search fails to find suitable Auckland site.

Super Rugby Pacific jerseys revealed: Which is the coolest?
2026 marks 30 years since Super Rugby started, so which team is doing the best job at marking the big anniversary?

Just briefly
Today I head off to exercise the rights granted me by law but I fear acts of malfeasance will occur on the part of our local council.

'Bring back boring': Reserve Bank hopeful OCR cut will mark the end of cautious business environment
The Reserve Bank has reduced the Official Cash Rate by 0.25 basis points, to 2.25%.

Why the future of healthcare depends on the infrastructure no one sees
New Zealand’s healthcare relies on unseen digital infrastructure; upgrading IT systems and design could save clinicians time and enhance patient care amid rising demands.

Discussion on deployment of foreign troops ongoing, two sources tell 'Post'

At least 44 dead in major fire in Hong Kong residential blocks

Watch live: Location of National Erebus Memorial revealed in Christchurch
A site with a view of the Southern Alps has been selected as the location for the long-awaited memorial.

Microsoft names Jane Livesey as ANZ President to drive AI growth
Jane Livesey is appointed President of Microsoft Australia and New Zealand, returning to tech to lead amid a pivotal AI-driven transformation.

Review: Star power can't save flawed Clooney flick
Jay Kelly joins the list of recent releases with all-star casts that failed to trouble the box office.

Nauru's OECD 'graduation' postponed to 2027
Nauru has celebrated a decision by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development that may have saved it from losing tens of millions in aid.

Black Caps batting great’s brief stay in Plunket Shield comeback
Kane Williamson began like it was a T20 innings, before his tuneup for the first test against West Indies was foiled by a former Northern Districts spinner.

Lavender farm on market, bittersweet for couple who created it from nothing
The land used to be a scrubby patch of weeds. Now it’s buzzing with bees and smells divine.

More queen yellow-legged hornets found in Auckland's North Shore
Over half were found with either developed nests or evidence of nesting.

Black Caps bowler scores maiden first-class century in massive eight-wicket partnership
Black Caps spinner Ish Sodhi has scored his maiden first-class century with 108 not out for Canterbury against Otago.

Confluent named a Leader for streaming data by Forrester Research
Confluent has been named a Leader by Forrester Research for its streaming data platform, excelling in messaging, processing, governance and enterprise support.

33kgs of cocaine seized at Port of Tauranga
Customs said the drugs were found in refrigerated containers on a vessel that originated from Ecuador.

Qatar, Ireland accuse Israel of using chemical weapons on Palestinians, demand watchdog probe use

17-Year-Old Everest Climber Breaks Down How She Manages Trash and Bathroom Breaks on the Mountain (Exclusive)

OnlyFans’ Policewoman Faces Suspension for Uniform Videos