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What you need to know about VPNs in 2026
The technology is increasingly being used to dodge age and verification checks in Australia. But how does it work, and is it legal?

NZ First selects anti-fluoride mayor as Whangarei candidate
Vince Cocurollo’s candidacy was announced at a rally in Whangarei on Sunday.

'Traitor,' 'Enemy of Israel': Dozens protest outside IDF chief's home after soldier punishment

China reveals 3-person Shenzhou 23 crew, including Hong Kong's 1st astronaut

First country to ban gas car imports now has 100,000 EVs as Africa's electric shift speeds up

Wellington's Senior Regional Games gets a new name
Nuku Ora, formerly known as Sport Wellington, will host Active At Any Age at the Wairarapa Events Centre in Carterton on Tuesday.

Rise in retail spending not shared by all retailers
Retail NZ said retail figures for the first three months of the year show, overall, retail spend was up six percent compared to the same time last year.

Conservation Department still probing cause of Pukepuke Lagoon drying
Thousands of eels were resecued, but many more died, when the Manawatu lake lost its water last month.

Two seriously injured in South Waikato crash blocking State Highway 1
Emergency services are responding to a two-vehicle crash south-east of Hamilton that has closed part of State Highway 1.

Astronaut Amanda Nguyen grapples with being known for her worst day
The Vietnamese-American civil rights activist says survivors sharing their stories keeps her "fire for the fight alive" and became her "fuel to break into space".

Thousands line the streets as Auckland FC parade trophy through city
Jubilant fans packed Queen Street as Auckland FC celebrated their historic A-League triumph with a victory parade through the city.

Rosenberg: Luhansk strike sparks Russian accusations and vow to retaliate

In Japan, divorce splits parents from children. Could a law change end sole custody?

East Africa wants to curb imports of used clothes. But it's not easy

Scott McLaughlin ready to erase the worst memory of his life at Indianapolis 500
The Kiwi star and Team Penske head into the Indianapolis 500 looking to rewrite the 2025 script.

Hundreds gather in Wellington for PSA protest against proposed public service cuts
At Sunday's demonstration, workers and union leaders warned of burnout, unemployment and deepening pressure on communities across New Zealand.

NZ First wants Special Economic Zone at Marsden Point
Winston Peters made the announcement as part of a speech in Whangarei on Sunday afternoon.

Muslim leaders warn NZ facing worst anti-Muslim extremism in 20 years
Federation of Islamic Associations says community leaders want an urgent meeting with the prime minister.

Auckland FC celebrates A-League championship with parade
Players and fans took to the streets the day after the Black Knights clinched a 1-0 win over five-time A-League champions Sydney FC.

Crash blocks State Highway 1 at Piarere, Waikato
Police were called to the two-vehicle incident at 1.25pm.

Levain Artisinal Bakery confesses temporary closure due to E food safety grade
Levain co-owner Sean Vo said its initial claim that its temporary closure was for "family reasons" was not the "whole truth".

Sparks show why they're your favourite band's favourite band
Review - For a band that's been making hit records for over 50 years, Sparks still feel a little bit underrated, writes Nik Dirga.

Muslim leaders warn NZ facing worst anti-Muslim extremism in 20 years
Federation of Islamic Associations says community leaders want an urgent meeting with the prime minister.

Qualcomm (QCOM) Shares Skyrocket, What You Need To Know

Government doubles funding for wilding pine control efforts under a Budget 2026 boost
The announcement would lift annual spending on the control efforts to around $36 million a year on average.

Pedestrian struck by car in Upper Hutt
The pedestrian suffered moderate injuries, police say

Gaza flotilla activists return to Germany after deportation

Kiev comes under major Russian missile and drone attack