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Fire burns through 22 hectares of native bush and pine forest in Hawke's Bay
At its peak there were 45 firefighters and forestry workers on the ground fighting the blaze.

He was once named the world’s leading football agent. Now he’s accused of rape, torture and sex slavery
Jonathan Barnett, the super agent accused of rape and torture, told his victim she was his “slave” on company email, according to new court filings.

‘Incredibly disruptive:’ Father and son stuck after wind disrupts flights to Wellington
There will be limited availability on flights into the capital over the next couple of days, after 50 Air New Zealand flights were cancelled on Sunday.

Manage My Health breach: Northland doctors frustrated by inconsistent messaging
GPs are frustrated by what they say are mixed messages about the extent of the Manage My Health data breach.

Walmart and Google bet on AI agents to reshape how people shop online

Ignore emails asking for password reset, Instagram warms
The social media company has told users there was no breach of its systems and all accounts were secure.

Evacuated residents return home after pine plantation fire near Masterton
The overnight fire in Blairlogie near Masterton measured about 200 square metres.

Christchurch shoppers out in droves for new alternative supermarket
It aims to give shoppers an alternative to the Woolworths and Foodstuffs supermarket duopoly.

Farewell Spit stranding: 13 pilot whales refloated
The whales appeared to be swimming well, but had not yet entered deeper water.

US company Bourns tries to take over New Zealand chip maker Rakon
US electronic manufacturer Bourns Inc intends to make an offer of $1.55 cents a share to buy 100 percent of Rakon.

Welbeck scores as Brighton knock Man Utd out of FA Cup
Striker Danny Welbeck helps Brighton dump his former club Manchester United out of the FA Cup at Old Trafford.

Watch: Man United crash out of FA Cup as club weighs candidates for interim coach
Managerless Manchester United crashed out of the FA Cup with a 2-1 defeat to Brighton on Monday.

Bluebridge sailings to return Monday evening
Around 200 passengers were stuck for 15 hours on the Connemara ferry after a fault was found.

Argentina reportedly delaying embassy move over Israeli company's oil project near Falklands

Rick Steves Recommends This German Town's Castle Hotel With Rhine River Views

Israeli forces kill one person in series of attacks on southern Lebanon

UK can legally stop shadow fleet tankers, ministers believe

Million-dollar Golden Globes' gift bag includes luxury New Zealand lodge stays
Winners of the first major awards of the seaon will be handed gifts worth nearly US$1 million.

What exactly are American ICE agents and what can they do?
Explainer - America has been in an uproar the past week over the actions of ICE agents after the shooting of a Minneapolis woman. But who exactly are they?

Two people charged with murder of man in Manurewa
A 41-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman have been jointly charged with murder.

Zespri speeds NZD $70m claims with SAP automation push
Zespri taps SAP cloud to automate over NZD $70m in annual quality claims, slashing processing times and boosting consistency worldwide.

Remembering Sir Tim Shadbolt: Pineapple, cheese and jellybeans
The long-serving mayor will be remembered not only for a life service, but for his own style, charisma and upbeat charm.

Sport NZ boss forced to reapply for job
Raelene Castle’s job as Sport NZ Group chief executive is up for grabs.

Two charged with murder after fatal shooting in Manurewa
Man, 41, and woman, 27, to appear in court following Friday night incident.

More than 50 flights cancelled as high winds batter Wellington
Gusts over 100km/h were recorded in Wellington.

Former NZ basketball player Nathaniel Salmon accepts American football college offer
"The opportunity that was laid out to me was pretty life-changing," Salmon told RNZ. "Who wouldn't give it a shot?"

Are 'efficient' Chelsea ready to chase down titles?
Having won the last six Women's Super League titles, Chelsea have not had to chase for a while. But they are up for the challenge this time.