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From Northland to Nolan: Stephen Murphy's Hollywood odyssey
The Whangārei actor wants his story to inspire other Northlanders to dream big.
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Exclusive footage shows dozens of greyhounds leaving Christchurch for Australia
The Herald understands up to 140 dogs will leave for Australia on two charter flights. Video / Alyse Wright
Auckland businessman at large on Covid fraud charges as $405k loan debt mounts
A fraud case, a $400k loan and an active warrant. Why can't Bolot be found?
'Unacceptable': Shearer secretly filmed hurling lambs admits animal abuse
Dylan George Manthey pleaded guilty to three charges in a Palmerston North court.
The extraordinary life of the Takapuna fraudster accused of killing his wife for $7m
Alex Lang, also known as Donald McPherson, also featured in a $35m bank swindle.
'It’s a thrill': Fishing host’s dolphin visitors return this winter
Matt Watson says the pod visits his Far North bay each winter.
Matt Watson gets yearly visit from pod of dolphins
Fishing host Matt Watson jumps in the water with a pod of dolphins who befriended him and his family over a decade ago. Video / Ultimate Fishing
Unprecedented El Niño 'just getting started', Kiwis warned to prepare
Farmers and people on tank water are being urged to plan for dry months ahead.
Acquitted Kiwi conman 'did murder his wife', UK coroner finds
Donald McPherson was cleared of murder, and his whereabouts are now unknown.
Frosty at your place? Mercury plummets ahead of dramatic weekend switch
This week's cold snap drove New Zealand's highest-ever electricity peak.
Women's clothing store chain announces closure after half a century
Ten of the company's 23 stores will reopen as Caroline Eve Fashion.
What are New Zealand’s best-value meal kits? We crunched the numbers
We compared HelloFresh, My Food Bag, Woop and more. Which offers the most for your money?
Power bill complaints pile in
Utilities Disputes Commissioner says complaints about power bill issues have risen 80%. Video / Alyse Wright
NZ man arranged masseuses for Epstein, US probe reveals
Brice Gordon and his partner, Karen managed Epstein’s properties for years.
‘Pretty harrowing’: Climbers rescued from ravine told family they were safe during ordeal
The Kiwi pair endured torrential rain, rock falls and a dwindling satellite battery.
Luxon wants a referendum on MMP – how does the current system work?
Almost 58% of Kiwi voters backed keeping MMP in the 2011 referendum.
Defendant absent from court after violent, pantless Epsom rampage
A teen cyclist is said to have suffered 'life-altering' injuries and a dog died.
Mongols MC gang busted after alleged Mexican cartel drug links, five arrested
US information led police to target Mongols' associates in the North Island.
Police restrain jewellery, luxury cars, homes worth $10m linked to 515kg meth case
The restrained assets include residential and commercial property.
'Capacity to build hundreds of aircraft': Kea raises $17.5m, opens Christchurch manufacturing facility
Rocket Lab co-founder's new HQ is part of Christchurch's $1b space push.
100 years in the making: Take a look at how the CRL got here
Before the City Rail Link opening, senior correspondent Katie Bradford looks at how the massive project got made. Video / Cameron Pitney
One city sold out: Where to see Robbie Williams live
Williams will be the first international artist at Christchurch's One New Zealand Stadium.
Mt Eden Prison to be reviewed after 'significant changes and challenges'
Corrections is reviewing Mt Eden after its prison population increased.
Old-school veterans back AI tax law start-up Nylon as founder hits Silicon Valley for $20m raise
Auckland start-up 'puts a harness on AI agents'.
CCTV shows moments before Auckland Grammar cyclists struck by vehicle
CCTV footage shows the moments before three students were injured. Video / Supplied
SpaceX confirms plans go after telcos, what's different about Rocket Lab's latest US military contract
Are Spark NZ and its peers under threat?
Teen who stabbed adversary in back amid melee admits murder
After inflicting the 8.5cm stab wound, he lunged the knife at a second teen's abdomen.
On The Up: 'Exciting to see' – Primary school’s AI 'bot' earns national honour
The bot integrates 16 Ngāti Uenukukopako stories to shape lessons for Years 1 to 6.
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Snow, ice closes Desert Rd as polar blast heads north, Remutaka Hill reopens
The main eastern route out of Wellington has now reopened.