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'It just seems cruel': Councillor shocked by comments after cycling accident
Two-thirds of Auckland councillors and local board members have been abused or harassed online, with the majority of those targeted being women.

Solomon Islands Pidgin Language Week kicks off in New Zealand
The theme for this year is "Protektim langguis an kalsa blong yumi", which translates to "Protect our language and culture".

Ten things your landlord can't do
Tenants have more control in the rental market than they have for a while, but recent Tenancy Tribunal rulings show some landlords are still getting it wrong.

KiwiSaver provider calls for increased contribution to be compulsory
National says if re-elected it will gradually increase the default contribution rates to 6 percent each by employers and employees.

Cause of large Waiheke house fire unknown
More than a dozen firefighters were called to a large house fire on Auckland's Waiheke Island overnight.

SEATs That Proved Spain Can Style Too

Iraq pushes for Syrian border wall, threatening Iran's regional influence

Police arrest 14-year-old suspected in attack on MK Yoav Ben-Tzur’s vehicle

UK navy intercepts Russian corvette and tanker as Moscow steps up naval activity

England v Argentina live updates: Can the Pumas get the upset at Twickenham?
Live updates of the rugby international between England and Argentina at Twickenham.

Verstappen has 5th F1 title in reach after Norris, Piastri disqualified in Las Vegas
A fifth consecutive Formula 1 championship is within Max Verstappen's reach following the disqualifications of contenders Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after Saturday night's Las Vegas Grand Prix.

‘Travball murders Bazball’: How Aussie media reacted to England’s Ashes humiliation
The Australian press revelled in their side’s stunning victory over England in the opening test of the Ashes in Perth.

They're surrounded by water, but only about 15 kids at this school can swim 50m
Edgecumbe School is among those being gifted safe swimming lessons through a Water Safety NZ programme, funded by generous donations from the Stuff audience.

F1: Apologies all round after Liam Lawson mistake and McLaren disqualification
Liam Lawson has said sorry to his team after he squandered valuable points in Las Vegas.

'We want it to end'; Hui on Te Pati Maori schism
Te Tai Tokerau is calling on Te Pati Maori to reinstatement their MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, and for improved relations between the ousted MP and her former party.

How dark patterns on the web are designed to keep your cash
Psychological tricks and traps using deceptive website design techniques are starting to overwhelm online shopping.

Work underway to replace pipes after almost century underground in New Plymouth
The New Plymouth District Council is replacing about 306 metres of 1930s cast-iron pipes.

Former soldier left 'sad, devastated and broken' after training Ukranian recruits
Jack Wesley, who attacked a taxi driver in a drunken rage, says he was a ticking time-bomb when he returned from training hundreds of recruits.

COP30: What did countries agree to at the United Nations climate talks?
The COP30 climate summit has drawn to a close after two weeks in the Amazonian city of Belem where protests, street marches and even a fire caused unexpected moments of drama.

England v Argentina - international rugby test
Follow live coverage as England host Argentina at Twickenham in London.

National's KiwiSaver plan could add millions to balances - but there's a catch
National's policy if re-elected is to gradually increase KiwiSaver contributions to match the Australian rate of 12 percent.

‘Turned the corner’: Razor’s assessment of the All Blacks’ year
NZ Rugby can’t afford to be seduced by the 52-26 win over Wales when marking the All Blacks’ report card in 2025.