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Kiwi under police guard in Australian hospital after partner and baby found dead
A New Zealander is in a serious condition in an Australian hospital after an incident in which his partner and baby were killed.

Auckland FC v Newcastle Jets: A-League top of the table clash
Live updates of the top of the table clash between Auckland FC and the Newcastle Jets.

Anger over West Coast hydro scheme's fast-track approval
A plan to fast-track a controversial West Coast hydro scheme has been given an initial go-ahead.

'Hate-watch classic' War of the Worlds sweeps Razzie Awards
Ice Cube's alien invasion adaptation receives five Razzies, which go to the year's worst movies.

Maya Jama: 'My dream acting role is to play a monster or villain'
The Love Island host explains why she is keen to move into acting after joining the cast of The Gentlemen.

Wellington Phoenix keep season alive with crucial win
Wellington Phoenix have kept their A-League Men finals hopes alive with a crucial 2-0 win over fellow strugglers Perth Glory.

In photos: Tracing India's history through its chairs

Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa's largest media house

The World's Best Boutique Hotel Is A Historic Lake Como Villa With Opulent Accommodations

Live: Fijian Drua v Brumbies - Super Rugby Pacific
Follow all the Super Rugby Pacific action.

Joining the ranks of Walt Disney - meet the director nominated for 2 Oscars for 2 different films
Getting nominated once for an Academy Award is a feat but Geeta Gandbhir is nominated twice this year - for two separate films.

Thousands queue as doors open at revamped Wellington Library after seven years
Two significant central Wellington landmarks have drawn significant crowds at their reopening after years-long closures.

Tech Now
Paul Carter checks out the newest phones, gadgets and trends from MWC Barcelona.

Trump administration set to receive $10 billion fee for brokering TikTok deal, WSJ reports

For former Gaza hostage Elkana Bohbot, last year’s Iran war looks much different than this one

Why 2026 was Cheltenham's year of the outsider
The average starting price of the 28 winners hit a 10-year high as 2026 marked a difficult year for punters at the Cheltenham Festival.

Fire at car wreckers sends thick smoke over Rotorua, residents urged to stay away
Thick smoke from a fire at a car wrecking yard has prompted a warning for Ngongotaha residents to stay indoors.

Live: Super Rugby Pacific - Blues v Moana Pasifika
The Blues head into their fixture against Moana Pasifika at Eden Park buoyed by a rare win over Super Rugby rivals Crusaders last week.

Watch: Warriors boss recalls Raiders star’s crybaby taunt while celebrating
Cameron George was very excited after his club’s big win on Friday night. He also showed he has a good memory.

Liam Lawson secures first points of F1 season in Shanghai sprint race
The Kiwi Racing Bulls driver started behind both Red Bull drivers but finished ahead of them both – and in the points to boot.

South Island United face PNG Hekari as Oceania Pro League returns
Follow live coverage as South Island United take on PNG Hekari in Honiara in the Oceania Pro League.

As The Iran War Intensifies, Threats To Oil, Water And Infrastructure Multiply

New Zealander Nathan Teraki jailed in Australia over fatal crash while drugged avoids deportation
Nathan Brian Teraki was said to be fatigued and taking "poor man's meth" tablets when he killed a mine worker in the head-on collision.

Luxon to be bestowed honorary matai title in Samoa, at his request
The title, which Luxon would receive on Monday, the Samoa PM said, was, ‘Tui-Sinave-ma-Ulumotootua’.

Can exercise reduce period pain? And what kind is best?
Current research suggests any kind of exercise can reduce the severity and duration of period pain.

Corrections ordered to pay officer Duane Farrell $94k after failures following prison hit threat
A 'level 1 threat' was made against the officer, which he was not immediately told about.

Is Dubai's glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so