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'Just lovely': Karanga-a-Hape train station delights locals and visitors on open day
Young rail enthusiast Aizu Rive says he's excited New Zealand now has a metro network.

Canterbury stun Bay of Plenty with two early tries in first Shield defence
Follow live coverage of the NPC round and Ranfurly Shield clash between Canterbury and Bay of Plenty in Christchurch.

Weather: Cold snap on the way, hazardous snowfall possible
A wintry blast is heading toward the North Island, and snow could make driving difficult in the South Island.

Two people on a motorcycle killed in crash with car
Two people have died following a serious crash on Friday night in Owhata, Rotorua.

Scheffler equals course record to lead first play-off event
Scottie Scheffler equalls the course record with a nine-under 61 as he opens up a three-stroke lead at the end of the second round of the St Jude Championship in Memphis.

Air India pilot's reported cannabis test: What it can and can't tell investigators
A reported cannabis-positive test involving an Air India pilot raises questions about what such a result can actually tell investigators.

Like Greg James, I lost my dog - and my grief was overwhelming and complicated
The grief of losing a pet is complicated and often comes with guilt, writes Helena Wilkinson.

How is parkour helping these seniors avoid injuries?
In one of the world's fastest aging countries, older people are finding creative ways to stay healthy.

I wish I had been a more rebellious teenager, says Bella Ramsey
Ramsey stars in a new film about a cancer survivor who attends “chemo camp” and finds friendship, love and freedom.

BBC seeks to subpoena Trump's family members in Panorama lawsuit
The BBC's lawyers argue Trump's family members "have personal knowledge" of his intentions in the speech he gave outside the US Capitol on 6 January 2021.

Five years after the Taliban swept to power, does the West have any influence?
Five years after the Taliban swept to power, many are asking whether the West has any bargaining chips left

McIntosh is the world record holder in this event. She failed to make the final
The swimming world is in shock after 400m freestyle world record holder Summer McIntosh bombed out in the heats at the Pan Pacific Championships in California, opening the door for Australia’s Lani Pallister.

Attorney General: Championing the rule of law
When criticism can get you sacked, one minister's job is to disagree with impunity. Meet the Cabinet's oddest role, held by the "most sued man in New Zealand".

Canterbury v Bay of Plenty: Live updates for the Ranfurly Shield match in Christchurch
Follow the action as Canterbury put the Ranfurly Shield on the line against Bay of Plenty

Aramoana film pulled from Dunedin festival ‘out of respect’
A film depicting the Aramoana massacre has been pulled from its Dunedin showing, with organisers apologising for the stress it caused on those directly affected.

Walter puts dominant Super Giants in Hundred final
All-rounder Paul Walter is the unlikely star with 80 off 46 balls as Manchester Super Giants comfortably beat Sunrisers Leeds to reach the men's Hundred final.

Many Canadians are boycotting the US, so this is where they're travelling instead
From exploring their own backyard to travelling abroad, many Canadians are spending their money elsewhere to send a message to the US president.

'Row professor found dead' and 'barbecue ban'
Former Cambridge Professor Jason Arday's death and the ban on barbecues in Britain lead Saturday's papers.

Hodgkinson beaten to European gold by rival Werro
Keely Hodgkinson is forced to settle for European silver as Switzerland's Audrey Werro denies the Briton a third consecutive title in a thrilling 800m final.

Fires prompt national alert as 19 homes destroyed
The prime minister said 37 fires were currently burning across England and Wales