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Waka exponents head off to Netherlands for Matariki celebration
Matariki celebrations have gone global.
Latest from Netherlands
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Dutch court bans sperm donor fathering 550
Sperm donor will have to pay $177k per case if he breaches the ban.
Netherlands train crash: One dead and many injured
A train partially derailed near the Dutch city of The Hague.
Amsterdam has a message for male tourists from the UK: Stay away
New York Times: Dutch authorities have had it with 'nuisance tourists' who 'go nuts'.
Serial sperm donor sued for increasing incest risk
Telegraph: Jonathan Jacob Meijer has fathered 550 children.
The tiny creatures causing huge train delays in the Netherlands
A Dutch rail company said it could be 'puzzling' to manage the protected animals.
Concerns new Amsterdam centre to become ‘sex-Disneyland attraction’
Red light district windows are planned to relocate to a multi-storey ‘erotic centre’.
‘Strong indications’ Putin approved missile supply, as MH17 inquiry ends
But insufficient evidence to prosecute Putin or other suspects and inquiry suspended.
Germany, Denmark, Netherlands pledge tanks for Ukraine
Belgium has also shown interest in participating in latest military aid.
Waitangi Day Commemorations: Dutch paddlers lauded for embracing Māori culture
Living 20,000km away no barrier to students' passion for kaupapa waka.
Deadly wave of Russian attacks on Ukraine
Attacks came day after Germany and US said they would send powerful tanks to Ukraine.
European court rules Ukraine cases against Russia admissible - Flight MH17 included
Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 was shot down over Ukraine in 2014, 2 Kiwis were among dead.
Nazi treasure hunt turns quiet Dutch village inside out
A small town in the Netherlands has been upturned by a treasure hunt.
'My heart sank': Samantha Hayes reveals heartbreaking parenting moment
The TV anchor opens up about parenting and why she’s no closer to walking down the aisle.
Dutch leader apologizes for Netherlands’ role in slave trade
Mark Rutte apologised on behalf of his government for the Netherlands’ role in slavery.
TikTok comedian goes viral with hilarious videos mocking travellers
The relatable skits have amassed millions of views.
MH17 verdict does ‘nothing’ to bring Kiwi victim’s family justice or closure
298 people, including two New Zealanders, died in the 2014 downing of flight MH17.
Over 200 cyclists arrested at Amsterdam airport climate protest
Hundreds of cyclists descended on Amsterdam's largest private airport.
Foreigners double NZ land purchases: post-Covid recovery
Largest deals are often offshore parties selling Kiwi assets to other overseas entities.
Major change for Dutch princess amid kidnapping fears
The Queen of the Netherlands has revealed her daughter can hardly leave the palace.
Airline ads to become illegal in this European city
Say bon voyage to airline advertising in this progressive city.
From Dublin to Zurich, these are the best cities in Europe to see in spring
With fewer tourists and lower prices, spring is the top pick for off-peak travel
Dairy farmers in the Netherlands are up in arms over emission cuts
New York Times: Angry Dutch farmers have set fires, dumped rubbish and formed blockades.
The country that wants to 'be average' vs. Bezos and his $790m yacht
New York Times: Why did a city stand between one of the world's richest men and his boat?
Farmers 'freedom convoy' takes aim at strict Dutch net zero regulations
Workers protest in the Netherlands – and they've won support from a famous fan
'Stuff nightmares are made of': Beach art shocks tourists
What's on the shoreline is both 'creepy' and 'enthralling' to unsuspecting visitors.
Dutch government axes 60,000 flights from Schiphol Airport
Understaffed and overrun, the country's busiest airport just can't catch a break.
Suspects charged over puzzling needle attacks in France
Targeted individuals have been mostly women and report symptoms like feeling groggy.
Biden to send more weapons to Ukraine, Nato depot destroyed
Battle rages in eastern Donbas as Russian shells target supplies.
30 places you can visit without a pre-departure test
Plus, 14 destinations you can visit without needing a test to return to NZ.