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Kiwi cyclist makes painful start to Vuelta a Espana
The 35-year-old appeared to be in a lot of discomfort and initially struggled to get back on his feet.

Watch: Rare white kiwi spotted out in the day time, trotting back to its burrow
The stunning white kiwi named Mapuna is the brother of famous Manukura, who died in 2020.

Flight attendants lose Covid-19 vaccination fight
Air New Zealand said its actions were what a fair and reasonable employer could have done.

'Devoted father' killed in sand dune collapse at Muriwai Beach
Kane Watson, 28, was a "much-loved son, brother, partner and, above all, a devoted father", a friend says.

All train services to return to full operation starting Monday, Israel Railways says

Israel hits Yemen's Houthis after reports group used cluster bomb

Inside Donetsk as residents flee attacks on Ukrainian region Putin wants to control

Steel and Tube reports loss after drop in revenue
Steel and Tube said the fall in revenue was driven by a fall in volumes and aggressive price competition.

Christopher Luxon wants to see house prices rise
But the Prime Minister says "we don't want our whole economic growth be driven by speculative house price inflation".

Kiwi owner of Australian gymnastics club charged with sexually touching teen
Wei Jun Lee, 32, from Wellington, has been charged after allegations a 15-year-old boy was sexually touched in a Sydney hotel.

$37m shipment of meth allegedly linked to Killer Beez intercepted
A $37 million methamphetamine shipment hidden in machine parts sent through air cargo has been intercepted, Police and Customs say.

Campervan company Tourism Holdings reports net loss
But the company still expects continued strong growth in global rental revenue.

French club wants to make ABs star 'highest-paid player in history'
All Blacks forward Ardie Savea is reportedly at the top of French club Racing 92’s shopping list, and they're prepared to pay top dollar.

Luxon chides Reserve Bank for gradual OCR cuts not kickstarting the economy
The prime minister has criticised the Reserve Bank for not going far enough in cutting the Official Cash Rate (OCR) to kickstart the economy.

Flight attendants lose Covid-19 vaccination fight
A group of Air New Zealand international flight attendants have lost their bid to claim they were unjustifiably dismissed when they did not receive the Covid-19 vaccine.

Reserve Bank begins consultation on amount of capital banks should hold
It follows pressure from the Commerce Commission and politicians after reports on competition in the banking industry.

Exclusive: Rimini Street backs CIOs in fight against vendor lock-in
ANZ firms could save AUD $2.5 billion annually by switching to third-party IT support, freeing funds for AI and innovation amid rising vendor costs.

Women aren't just 'cosy gamers' - I play horror games and nearly 600,000 watch
Once thought of as a male-dominated pastime, the number of women streaming and playing video games is growing rapidly.

As Netanyahu decides between war and a deal, IDF prepares for Gaza City invasion

Israel has destroyed more than 1,000 buildings in Gaza City: Civil Defence

Black Ferns lose key player after 15 minutes of World Cup play
The player suffered what was described by commentators as a possible broken ankle.

Englishman picks biggest payday in golf to score breakthrough PGA Tour win
Tommy Fleetwood wins Tour Championship for first PGA Tour title and the FedEx Cup.

ACT looks to scrap prognosis of death requirement in euthanasia law
MP Todd Stephenson is looking across the aisle for support to change the End of Life Choice Act.

Aon Insights Series to address risk & resilience in Auckland
Aon will host its first Insights Series in Auckland, focusing on risk and resilience with leaders addressing complex challenges across industries in 2025.

Harry and Meghan reportedly considering Netflix show on Princess Diana
It is one of the potential projects the couple are brainstorming as part of their “first look” agreement with the steaming giant.