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Wildfires in Canterbury brought mostly under control
Crews are at the scene of eight fires and some will be staying overnight to monitor the area.

Hurricanes pound the Chiefs to end title drought
The Canes ran in nine tries to one to condemn the Chiefs to a fourth straight defeat in a final.

'Take this seriously': Flotilla activist claims beating allegations ignored by government
A New Zealand activist detained as part of a Gaza-bound aid flotilla is calling for an investigation into allegations of mistreatment by Israeli forces.

Lotto player wins $1 million - here’s where the winning ticket was sold
The big jackpot was not won, meaning $12 million will be up for grabs on Wednesday.

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Person seriously injured in suspected stabbing in Auckland
Emergency services were called to an assault on Caen Rd in Panmure about 6.30pm, police said.

Live: Hurricanes v Chiefs, Super Rugby Pacific grand final 2026
Follow all the Super Rugby Pacific grand final action from Hrny Stadium in Wellington.

Can we get a full refund when the price is wrong? Ask Susan
If a shop charges you less than it meant to, it can't ask you to pay extra later.

Watch: Paraguay midfielder becomes first player sent off for breaking new rule
Miguel Almiron claimed an unwanted first, but Paraguay held on to eliminate Türkiye from the World Cup.

Fifa World Cup: Ecuador v Curaçao live updates, Group E clash in Kansas City
Live updates of the Group E Fifa World Cup clash between Ecuador and Curaçao.

Robert Griffin III says he was on a flight to Germany that returned to Houston because of an engine fire

Japan to target $2.3 trillion public-private investment by 2040, Nikkei reports

National rallies members at AGM, Labour rises in polls
Party president Sylvia Wood said it would be a tight election, and the choice was between a National or Labour-led government.

Powers v systems: Do police get more of one despite absence of other?
The police minister asserts that officers have all the IT they need for enhanced intelligence gathering.

Hurricanes blow Chiefs away in windy Welly to win Super Rugby Pacific title
The Hurricanes are Super Rugby champions for a second time, after storming home over the Chiefs in Wellington.

Person dies in crash on Great Barrier Island
One person died in a two-vehicle crash on Great Barrier Island on Saturday.

French presidential frontrunner Jordan Bardella vows to win 2027 polls and shift course in the EU

Lightning strike injures nine at German sports festival

Poland demands shared lead in Ukraine war talks

At least seven people killed in Pakistan blast

Head of Zelensky's office refuses Polish honour

Caravan burnt down after Wellington house fire
No injuries have been reported after the fire in Titahi Bay spread to a neighbouring property due to high winds.

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Car and motorbike collision closes Palmerston North highway
Pioneer Highway is closed and serious injuries were reported after a car and a motorbike collided.

Hurricanes v Chiefs: Live updates from the Super Rugby Pacific final
Follow the action as the Hurricanes and Chiefs clash for the Super Rugby Pacific title.

One dead after Great Barrier Island crash
Emergency services were called to a two-vehicle collision at an intersection around midday.