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Michael Burgess: Why Sunday's grand final was the greatest ever
OPINION: It was a match so compelling a Hollywood screenwriter couldn't have done better.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Mixed reception to heritage home specialist Brooksfield's arrival
'Only genuine old houses built of native timbers are the real thing': Margot McRae
Ryman abandons plans for largest Christchurch project, site for sale
This was to be the company's biggest project in the city where it was originally founded.
Trainer hopes former Horse of the Year will give him cause for double celebration
Why Graeme Rogerson couldn't be at home to prepare Sharp N Smart this weekend.
NZ-born neo-Nazi leader avoids jail after intimidating police officer
Thomas Sewell handed sentence after two weeks of hearings on seven charges.
Australian manslaughter defendant accused of fatal Auckland Airport crash named
The victim was dropping off his wife at the airport to attend a funeral in Fiji.
Two boys killed in machete ambush after basketball game
Police say the boys were targeted but were not members of any youth gang.
Visiting Melbourne? Why you should stay in this unexpected suburb
Close to Melbourne’s buzz but with space to slow down, it's perfect for families.
'Daily reminder': Survivor speaks as killer awaits sentencing in mushroom case
The trial drew podcasters and true crime fans to Morwell, Victoria.
'Who killed my son?': Two boys dead after suspected Melbourne youth gang attack
A father says the victims were attacked on their way home from a local basketball stadium.
Two women killed aiding injured kangaroo on Melbourne highway
The driver of the car remained on the scene and assisted police.
Calls to deport NZ-born neo-Nazi Thomas Sewell from Australia likely to fail
A petition to deport Sewell to NZ gained over 60,000 signatures.
Thousands of Australians call for neo-Nazi leader to be deported to New Zealand
A petition to deport NZ-born Thomas Sewell has obtained 50,000 signatures.
Well-known NZ-born neo-Nazi arrested in Melbourne following attack on indigenous site
The arrest followed an alleged attack by members of the far-right on Camp Sovereignty.
Man found shot, 18yo fighting for life after crash on Melbourne highway
A car was found on fire nearby; police are investigating if it is linked.
Melbourne man finds $1.1m winning lottery ticket in storage unit
The lucky punter discovered the ticket while searching for his passport.
Mother's heartbreak reignited as teen cleared of murder accused again
Sam Cutler's son was murdered by a gang of teens in March 2022.
'Big deal for a little place': Whanganui trio to compete in Australia
Bathurst 1000 in New South Wales is known as the Southern Hemisphere's top track.
Police shootings a baptism of fire for Victoria's new police boss Mike Bush
Former NZ Police Commissioner Bush praised for his leadership during crisis in Victoria.
$8.6b giant Summerset makes record half-year sales
Sales in this year's first half were the highest the company had recorded in a half-year.
Horse racing: Soggy start hinders Mark Twain’s Melbourne Cup ambitions
One of New Zealand's few potential Melbourne Cup reps may miss his lead-up race this week.
'Sovereign citizen’ accused of killing cops in Australia: Does NZ face a conspiracy threat?
Sovereign citizens believe they are exempt from the laws of New Zealand.
'I've stayed positive:' How Warriors centre Rocco Berry has endured awful injury toll in 2025
If there was an award for mental toughness in the NRL, Berry would be a strong contender.
‘Gravely concerned’: Winston Peters reacts after attacks in Australia blamed on Iran
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade to let Iranian ambassador know of Peters' concerns.
Australia expels Iran ambassador over anti-Semitic attacks
It's the first time Australia has expelled an ambassador since World War II.
Tech Insider: 'Mario' fronts on 'tough decisions' at Mighty Ape after Kong-sized write-down, talks up new feature
'It's like buying at the top of the housing market.'
'Failed to see': Toddler hit by van while crossing with father
A 2-year-old boy is fighting for his life after being struck at a pedestrian crossing.
Mighty Ape suffers King Kong-sized write-down after disastrous site upgrade
Mighty Ape's holiday revenue plunged 22.1% to A$30m after site issues.
'Obsessed': Mecca founder's big plans for New Zealand
Jo Horgan has built a beauty empire, one which she surprisingly thanks Kiwis for.
Violent home invasion in Melbourne caught on camera
Resident Kemal Akbulut, 60, confronted armed intruders at 1.25am on July 24.