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'I never gave up': partner overjoyed after missing Cook Is. fisher rescued
'In my heart I could feel he's still alive'

‘This election will be tight’: National kicks off 2026 race at party conference
The National Party’s 90th annual conference kicked off in Lower Hutt on Saturday, with the Prime Minister calling the event as the start of the election campaign.

Bay of Plenty school mourns ‘much loved and respected’ teacher
A Whakatane High School teacher remembered as “one of a kind” and someone who inspired students far beyond the classroom has died suddenly.

Swirling gusts forecast to crash Hurricanes, Chiefs rugby final
MetService predicts gusts of 90km/h inside the Wellington stadium.

Fifa World Cup: Turkey v Paraguay live updates, Group D clash in San Francisco
Follow the action as Turkey and Paraguay clash in San Francisco.

Hours-long wait for hundreds on motorway defended after fatal crash
Authorities have defended their response to a fatal crash on State Highway 1 north of Wellington, after kilometres of motorists were trapped in gridlocked traffic for hours.

Former National minister Andrew Bayly won't seek re-election
A former National minister won't seek re-election this year, after previously saying he would think about running as a list-only candidate.

Man who claims to own home in middle of murder case also claims ownership in 8 other houses: records

'Proud to pave the way': How an All White made history on football's biggest stage
Born in Auckland to Indian parents, the All Whites star is the first Sikh and the first person named Singh to play at the tournament.

Biosecurity minister says NZ prepared for deadly bird flu outbreak
New Zealand is well prepared to respond if bird flu reaches our shores, but it is important that everyone takes steps now to be ready, says Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard.

Only 0.5% of savers have opted out of KiwiSaver contribution hike, Willis says
Almost all New Zealanders contributing to KiwiSaver through their wages or salaries have accepted higher contribution rates introduced on April 1, with just 0.5% opting out, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says.

Water restrictions imposed in Canterbury townships as crews respond to large fire
Residents in the Hurunui District townships of Hawarden and Waikari have been asked to stop all non-essential water use immediately.

Christchurch hits June temperature high, strong winds strike
Christchurch has smashed its June temperature records, hitting 25.1 C at 2pm today, as northwesterly winds buffet the South Island and lower North Island.

National MP calls time after 12 years in politics
A party spokesperson confirmed on Saturday that he had not sought a place on the party’s list.

Chiefs Manawa v Blues Women: Live updates from the Super Rugby Aupiki clash in Hamilton
Follow the action as Chiefs Manawa host the Blues Women in Hamilton.

Investigation underway after hot air balloon crashes onto Canterbury road
The Civil Aviation Authority is making inquiries after a hot air balloon crashed in Methven, injuring two people.

Archaeologists discover 'never before seen' pre-Hispanic ruins in Mexico

UK tests new long-range weapons with hopes to send to Ukraine

Spain's power bills fell as the Iran war rattled markets, and households saved €10 a month

Winds buffet South Island as storm tracks north
Christchurch has hit a record June high of nearly 25C as northwesterly winds buffet the South Island and lower North Island, with MetService warning of heavy rain and strong winds this afternoon and overnight.

Watch: Rieko Ioane scores try in emulating All Black team-mate with title in Ireland
He followed in Jordie Barrett’s footsteps and has helped the Irish club retain the United Rugby Championship title.