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Watch: Christopher Luxon speaks to media following Cabinet meeting
It comes after Luxon announced National will extend paid parental leave to 30 weeks if re-elected into government.

A teenage Zoe Hobbs would be 'in awe of where I'm at now'
The Kiwi sprinter once thought a Games appearance would only come in a relay team. Now she is chasing a medal in the 100m.

Watch: Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis front post-Cabinet press conference on FamilyBoost and tariffs
The Government will give a progress report on Family Boost.

Consultation opens for multi-million-dollar community hub and library in Nelson
People in Nelson are being asked where a new multi-million-dollar community hub, library and civic space should be built in the city centre.

New Zealander caught as last of three Tonga prison escapees recaptured
After nearly a week on the run, a New Zealander who escaped jail in Tonga last week with two others, has been caught, the last of the three to be returned to custody.

Nicola Willis seeks advice on overhauling public asset insurance
More than 100 separate insurance contracts cover public assets.

Sinkhole opens on flood-hit Auckland street
A large sinkhole has opened on a residential street in Auckland’s St Mary’s Bay, at the site of damage caused by the city’s devastating Anniversary Weekend floods in 2023.

Two men arrested over alleged firearm discharge in south Auckland
Police were called to a property on Hill Cres about 6.30pm on July 23 after reports a firearm had been discharged.

Labour candidate backs out of South Island electorate race, party forced to reselect
Dr Sunita Gautam has replaced Nick Moody as Labour's candidate for the seat of Selwyn.

Australian men convicted after Queenstown street fight
Queenstown Judge Russell Walker said locals are sick of drunken violence in the town.

Thames Four Square owner forced migrant workers to pay $120,000 to secure jobs
"There is absolutely no place in New Zealand for employers seeking payment in exchange for jobs," the Labour Inspectorate says.

NZ and Singapore target closer business and digital links - Felicity Roxburgh
Firms proposed trusted trade corridors and smarter digital supply chains.

Otago gold mine developer agrees to earlier deadline for extra reports
Santana Minerals had given itself till 11 September to get the fast-track approvals panel more information about its proposed Bendigo-Ophir mine but now says it will by 28 August.

Warriors v Bulldogs key takeaways: Should Andrew Webster consider Luke Metcalf after costly defeat?
ANALYSIS: Ben Francis runs the rule over the Warriors' defeat to the Bulldogs.

Moana star Michael Alisa on rejecting critics and creating a legacy for the next generation
Michael Tuatagaloa Alisa, one of Moana's undoubtable breakthrough stars, says it was "pure luck" he landed a role in the live-action film.

Suspicious vehicle fire sparks arson investigation in Henderson Valley
Emergency services were called to Babich Rd in Henderson Valley about 12.15am following reports of a vehicle on fire.

City Rail Link opening one step closer as station open days announced
The public will get to view the three new stations in August.

Is the quarter-acre dream now taking half your life to afford?
The Kiwi dream of owning a home may still come with a front door, but for many buyers it also means closing the door on travel, eating out and other comforts.

Iconic instant coffee brands axed as factory shuts down after 100 years
Production of iconic Kiwi instant coffee brands, Gregg’s and Special Blend, will cease this week.

Weather: Coldest temperatures of the year felt across North Island, parts plunging well below zero
Hamilton hit -2.8C and Taupo dropped to -5.6C.