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Two Warriors stars nominated for top NRL awards after finals return
Leka Halasima is in contention for two honours after his breakout season and another Warriors forward was nominated in the Dally M awards.

Kiwis 'can be proud' NZ isn't recognising Palestine yet - PM Christopher Luxon
New Zealand was among only a handful of countries - including the US, Japan and South Korea - which had not formally recognised Palestinian statehood.

Switching lenders drops back
Although switching banks to get a cash bank or better terms is still top of the list for many mortgage holders, it slipped back last month.

‘Unsettled week ahead’: Bands of rain move up North Island
Several fronts are forecast to bring wet weather to most in the beginning and end of this week.

Kiwi shot put star is a world champion again, a year after retiring
Lisa Adams has given New Zealand its first medal at the world para athletics championships in New Delhi.

NZ part of world-first trial into condition that causes heart attacks in young women
New Zealanders will be part of a world-first clinical trial into how to treat a dangerous condition that causes heart attacks in young women - including new mothers.

Wellington City Council approves waterfront land lease for Pasifika cultural centre
Sixteen councillors voted to approve the transfer of waterfront land to the Fale Malae Trust for a new Pasifika cultural centre.

Watkins 'shuts a few people up' - now Villa aim to push on
Ollie Watkins ends a goal drought and Unai Emery ends a league victory drought. For Villa, there is hope that they might just have found a way out of their slump.

Injured Hovland ruled out of Ryder Cup singles
Viktor Hovland's Ryder Cup singles match against Harris English is declared a half point for Europe and the US.

Watch: PM repeatedly asked if he will rule out VAT rise in Budget
BBC's Laura Kuenssberg quizzed the prime minister on his government's tax plans ahead of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget in November.

Using AI to 'bring a bit more humanity back into banking'
A financial consultant believes AI will transform New Zealand's banking sector and how consumers interact with their banks.

It's happening again
I fear something very bad may be about to happen in the skies over Europe.

Karearea NZ falcon crowned 2025 Bird of the Year
The karearea New Zealand falcon has taken out the top spot in the 20th anniversary Bird of the Year competition.

High-speed hunter takes out coveted ‘Bird of the Year’ title
The karearea New Zealand falcon has been crowned the 2025 winner of Forest & Bird’s Bird of the Year contest.

Woman charged with murder over Matata car attack
One person died and another was hospitalised.

Woman charged with murder over death of person on SH2
The woman was assisting police with their investigation into the death.

Share your thoughts on NZ’s stance on a Palestinian state
This week, we’re asking you, our readers, to share your perspectives on the conflict in Gaza.

Luxon: ‘You can’t recognise a state when terrorists play a significant role’
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he’s pleased with the Government’s decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood.

Ishmael Toroama secures second term as Bougainville president after strong election win
The incumbent president of the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) has retained the Bougainville presidency after securing more than 90,000 votes in the 2025 general election.

DeChambeau three putts to gift hole to Europe
Bryson DeChambeau hands Matt Fitzpatrick the hole after three putting on the third green in their singles match at the Ryder Cup.

Thunberg denies claims Gaza flotilla is a publicity stunt
The Swedish activist tells the BBC that no one would "risk their life" purely to gain attention.