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The introvert who lives in a ‘fish tank’: One small town’s most unusual home
Stu Tripney has never been one for doing things by halves.

‘Environmental crime’: Tenant discovers ‘cesspit’ leaking raw sewage near his cabin
Russell Nordstrand, 67, retired a couple of years ago and decided to move out of Auckland.

Forget the daily grind: Why this Kiwi chose life in Rarotonga
What happens when you trade the 9-to-5 for island time? Volunteer Savannah Sullivan reveals what life is really like in Rarotonga.

Labour, Opportunity, the Greens and TPM are making the same tax mistake
Higher taxes can leave jobs undone, firms without work and investment on the sidelines, writes Damien Grant.

Springboks score a third try just before halftime to open up 10-point lead
Follow live coverage of the second test between the All Blacks and the Springboks in Cape Town.

Warriors have new halves combo as NRL minor premiership push continues
All you need to know about the NRL round 26 match between the Warriors and the Knights in Auckland on Sunday afternoon.

Untested in court, Trump's new tariffs on Canada raise legal questions
To sanction Canada for allegedly discriminating against US dairy, auto and alcoholic beverage exports this summer, the Trump administration reached back to the Great Depression.

Occupant in serious condition after light plane crash at Whanganui
Fire and Emergency was called to the incident at 4.45pm Saturday.

Firefighters search for one missing in Henderson housefire
Thirty-five crew battled the blaze, while also trying to locate the person unaccounted for.

Lampard 'somewhere in the middle' of Mourinho and Ancelotti
Eight years into his own managerial career, Coventry City boss Frank Lampard cites Jose Mourinho and Carli Ancelotti as the main influences on his style.

Slow start makes me want to stay - Norris extends McLaren deal to 2030
In an exclusive BBC Sport interview, Lando Norris explains why he has signed a new contract that will keep him at McLaren until at least the end of 2030.

Influencers and celebrities are promoting full-body wellness scans - are they actually worth the price tag?
A new health trend has been taking over social media, collecting waitlists of hundreds of thousands, and being promoted by influencers and high-profile celebrities.

Don’t panic... but they’re using human brains to power data centres
It might sounds suspiciously like The Matrix - but here in the real world, it’s already happening.

Ex-Lotto host pocketed $500k in government role... but told a court he was jobless
Russell Harrison told a court his ministry job offer was rescinded. Instead, he collected his full salary for five years while suspended.

With Sinner out, Alcaraz just back and Sabalenka struggling, the US Open feels truly open again
With the No 1-ranked Sinner sidelined, Alcaraz only returning now to defend his title after missing four months and Novak Djokovic perhaps finally showing his age, the US Open once again feels, well, open.

11 smart home gadgets that automate chores you still do yourself
Remember when “smart home” meant a single voice assistant that half-heard your requests? Those days are gone. Today, your house can vacuum itself, remotely unlock the door, water the lawn only when it’s needed, and even warn you about leaks before water destroys everything. If you’re a level one smart home...

One person unaccounted for after major Auckland house fire
One person is unaccounted for after a house was engulfed by fire in Henderson, West Auckland, on Saturday night.

Cannabis smell at US Open is distracting - Boulter
British number one Katie Boulter complains that the smell of cannabis is putting her off her game at the US Open.