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Sheep shearing industry, government announce $75,000 animal welfare programme
It follows allegations of sheep mistreatment related to shearing practices which are still under investigation.

Sharp cooldown Sunday with gusty winds

Iran had highest number of executions in over a decade, human rights report says

Watch: Luxury jet leaves Wellington within 24 hours, mystery over passengers remain
Luxury jet leaves Wellington after flying visit

Finding out I've got ADHD has saved my life
The actor says starting ADHD medication has allowed him to put on a one-man show about his life.

Recreational drug users urged to get their stuff checked before this New Year's
A drug-checking group is reminding concertgoers this New Year party season that it offers a free, legal and confidential service.

Police ask for help finding people behind 'mass disorder' on Auckland's Karangahape Road
Four people have been arrested and three hospitalised after a mass brawl on central Auckland's Karangahape Road - but police are looking for more.

‘Real shame’: All Whites coach reacts after star striker has knee surgery
All Whites captain Chris Wood has had Christmas knee surgery as he looks to put a troublesome injury behind him in a World Cup year.

Two policemen injured at religious youth protest in Jerusalem marking Ahuvia Sandak's death

Godfather of Ethiopian jazz plays his last live concert
Mulatu Astatke has been blending jazz influences from home and abroad for the past six decades.

Science, English slide, as secondary school students seek life skills
Twenty-one percent of students enrolled in 'life skills/personal development' in 2025, up from eight percent 15 years ago.

Four hurt in two-vehicle crash near Levin
Police were called to State Highway 1 at the Waitarere turnoff about 11am.

Ex-England star facing possible prison sentence after dramatic airport arrest
Andy Carroll was stopped at a passport control point after returning to the UK in April as his details showed he was wanted by police, according to reports.

Villa will not speak about league target until game 34 - Emery
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery insists it is still too early to say whether his side is in contention for the Premier League title despite being third in the table after their 2-1 victory against Chelsea.

Take On Me has been stuck in our heads for 40 years. Here’s how it got there
Full story of how A-ha emerged from the Norwegian tundra with the ultimate ’80s pop song.

‘Bit of PTSD’: Aussie import haunts Canterbury with 50 off 15 in Otago victory
Laura Harris equalled the fastest 50 in women's Super Smash history with a blistering knock in Alexandra.

Film lookahead: 20 highlights to watch out for in 2026
We look ahead to 20 notable films to watch for in 2026, from Oscar hopefuls to potential blockbusters.

‘State of shock’: Man blamed for controversial Boxing Day pitch speaks out
The MCG’s embattled pitch curator says he was “very disappointed” as the test lasted just two days and left Cricket Australia with a significant financial shortfall.

Gull, NPD merger should bring fuel prices down - AA
The Automobile Association believes a proposed merger between two fuel companies should drive down pump prices.

Tasman floods recovery expected to cost $50m, take two years
Record rainfall caused widespread damage across the district, the worst in 150 years, after it was hit by floods twice in as many weeks during June and July.

Rhythm and Vines partiers urged to stay careful on wet, busy roads
With heavy traffic and bad weather expected over the New Year period, police are urging revellers heading to Rhythm and Vines to expect delays.

Even Christmas break couldn’t pause politics as Luxon and Hipkins trade social media barbs
The PM and Opposition leader both used the holiday window to get their message across to voters.

From hunting wild pigs to cheating death: MPs share their stories from the bush
There's simply nothing better than ditching the workwear for an outdoor get-up and heading into the bush.