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Robber stole woman's $2k pokie winnings and left her unconscious outside bar
She was dragged by the robber’s car when she fought to get her money back.
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Elder-Holmes on deadline: $5000 fine due for promoting online gambling
Nine more influencers have also received warning notices and 27 are on a watchlist.
'Matrix change': Winning Lotto Powerball could soon become much harder
Lotteries NZ is seeking government permission to tweak the rules of Lotto Powerball.
Editorial: Lotto's allure grows as NZ faces financial challenges
OPINION: Kiwis chase Lotto dreams as cost-of-living pressures mount.
'World-class': Entain promises fair odds as new betting law takes effect
A $100 million payment to TAB NZ will be triggered by the new legislation.
37 players split Lotto Second Division win – where the tickets were sold
The locations have been revealed.
The Ex-Files: I want to revalue our home before a Family Court hearing and have my child give evidence too
OPINION: The court discourages involving children in disputes, to protect their welfare.
'I don't believe it': Sleeping store owner woken by late-night call on $15m Lotto win
Find out where the winning tickets were sold and last night's numbers.
Bid to reopen bar closed for months divides community
The aspiring new owners say they have 30 years' experience in hospitality.
‘They hoped I would get cancer’ – Tennis star on shocking online abuse she suffers
The abuse extends to her loved ones, with threats to her family.
$20m Powerball prize not struck, jackpots to $25m
The huge prize will jackpot to Wednesday night's draw.
NZ Rugby announces launch of Fantasy Rugby Championship
With the success of Fantasy Super Rugby, fans will get another taste later this year.
Fletcher begins marathon court case against subbies over SkyCity convention centre fire
Fletcher alleges the fire was caused by the subcontractors, who are in turn defending.
Ten players win almost $33k each in Lotto Second Division – where lucky tickets were sold
Three players shared $1 million in last night's First Division draw.
SkyCity suing Fletcher Building for $330m over convention centre delays
SkyCity tried to resolve claims by agreement but said it was unable to do so.
Young trotter has the power to keep winning at Alexandra Park
The new Metro series has breathed life into Alexandra Park's winter racing.
The rising toll of pokies and online gambling in Northland
About $40.4 million was lost by players, over three times Kaikohe Library's budget.
Why greyhound racing is fighting back against looming ban
The ruling body is seeking a judicial review of the Government's closure decision.
'Lifting a dark cloud': Bar thrives after ditching pokies
Owners report no financial loss; dining space and food sales have improved.
Millie Elder-Holmes fined $5k for promoting online gambling
Screenshots showed Elder-Holmes promoting overseas gambling from June 2024 to March 2025
Five players win almost $50k each in Lotto Second Division – where were tickets sold?
A Porirua winner has claimed a $17.2 million Lotto Powerball prize.
Amateur fight event attracts police attention in Auckland
The contest, promoted by Dan Hooker, offers a $50,000 prize for 32 amateur fighters.
In the money: Punter claims massive $17.2 million Lotto Powerball prize
This marks the ninth Powerball multimillionaire in New Zealand this year.
'Generational, life-defining' prize: Porirua supermarket decks out store for Lotto's $17m winner
The winning ticket was sold at New World Whitby in Porirua.
Five players win almost $60k each in Lotto Second Division - where were tickets sold?
First Division Powerball was struck - the winning ticket taking home $17.2 million.
$15 million remains up for grabs, two players $500,000 richer
Three players shared the must win Strike jackpot taking home $500,000.
No pokies for pool hall: Venue struggles after liquor license loss
Welcome Bay Tavern reopened as an alcohol-free pool hall, then lost its gaming licence.
Lucky region has 15 players win Lotto's Second Division
First Division Powerball was not struck and will roll over to $15 million on Saturday.
Eighteen Lotto players win over $19k each – where tickets were sold
Two players shared the First Division prize, snagging $500,000 each.
'We haven't got anything': Club Metro sold but debts remain
The club's currently owes $1.2 million.