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'I just let it flow': Meet 16-year-old James Kusitino, Fiji's first pro surfer
The youngster has become Fiji's first sponsored professional surfer, having recently been backed by renowned surf and skate brand FORMER.

Can council rates keep rising like they have?
Local council rates have increased by 7% to 12% a year on average across the country over the last four years, ANZ economists say.

Solomon Islands PM's former chief of staff returns to represent firm that led to his firing
Mack Faddean Aoraunisaka, as the "local authorised representative" for the Vietnamese shrimp farming group, decried the negative attention toward his new employers.

Sailing: Kiwi weather forecaster PredictWind lands six-year contract with The Ocean Race
Kiwi sailor Jon Bilger says it's a contract he's been working on securing for a decade.

The rainbow scene in this NZ city is 'definitely popping off'
Dunedin is enjoying its moment in the queer spotlight.

Sheeran is caring: Dunedin’s Ed mural stays despite concert snub
The singer has snubbed Dunedin with his latest concert announcements, but the Southern city will retain his famous street mural.

Auckland FC's women's A-League team still in limbo
Analysis - Why has the Australian Professional Leagues taken so long to confirm the worst kept secret in football?

New Zealand at 'significant risk' of missing 2050 climate target, government making it worse
The government's actions have made it more likely the country won't meet its goals, a major report has found.

Can council rates keep rising like they have?
A major bank says it's likely rates will continue to rise over the next few years.

Bougainville woman Cabinet minister battling nine men to hold her seat
One of the first women to hold an open seat in Bougainville, Theonila Roka Matbob, is "more relaxed, more focused" and confident she can win again.

Surge in house fire deaths may be tied to cost of living
In the past year, 17 people have died in avoidable house fires, compared to 13 in a typical year.

The coalition’s electoral law changes risk ‘significant’ impact on turnout
The Government is moving to end the ability of voters to enrol on election day or during the advanced voting period, and officials are warning it could hit turnout.

Waipuna Hospice to optimise logistics with Middlebank review
Waipuna Hospice partners with Middlebank Consulting Group to enhance logistics, cut costs, and boost efficiency, securing sustainable care for life-limiting illnesses.

'Blunt tool': Government to strengthen election 'treating' offences
The government is creating a buffer zone around polling stations where free food, drink and entertainment is banned.

Listen to The Country online: Chris Brandolino’s spring weather predictions
C Brandolino, S Duncan, S Loe, Barry Soper, R Shearer, E Templeton, M Miller, H McKay.

Auckland FC confirm status of women’s team as men’s cup campaign begins
New Zealand’s wait for a second A-League Women side will last at least one more season.

‘Huge’ steel sculpture stolen leaving artist wondering how it could have been taken
Artist Chris Moore said the “worst part” was that the thieves probably “thought it was copper or bronze”, but it was only painted steel “worth $50”.

What's going on with Rocket Lab shares?
Shares in the NZ-founded space company Rocket Lab have risen more than 800% in the past year.

Solomon Islands coach says women's team can 'go for the World Cup' after stunning OFC victory
Moses Toata says the Solomons women's side has proven that winning at the highest level is possible if things are done right.

Four common supermarket price errors to look out for
Misleading specials are costing shoppers tens of millions of dollars a year, Consumer NZ says.