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Auckland council wants changes to parliamentary congestion charging bill
The transport committee is pushing for changes to a parliamentary bill

Live: Matatu v Chiefs Manawa – Super Rugby Aupiki
Follow live coverage of the Super Rugby Aupiki game between the Matatu and Chiefs Manawa at Nga Puna Wai in Christchurch.

Watch: Neil Finn joins Dua Lipa on stage for 'Don't Dream It's Over' duet
The Kiwi music legend joined the global pop star for a stirring singalong.

Four charged over armed robbery in Levin
Police continue to search for another offender who fled in a car that was later found abandoned.

The shame and blame experienced by ‘Generation Debt’
Debt is killing the dreams of 25 to 40 year olds who forgo travel, KiwiSaver, marriage and children as they try to balance the books.

Why the Silver Ferns could be without star shooter in 2025
Already missing Grace Nweke for 2025, the Silver Ferns could also be without their next best goal shoot.

Owners of gardening business in bitter dispute with franchisees
The appeal is obvious – be your own boss in a lucrative job. But working with Candoo Franchising isn’t all it seems, claim six former gardening franchisees, some of whom say they invested thousands but have been “left with nothing”.

'We are getting closer' - England build Euros momentum
Momentum is starting to build for the Lionesses as they edge closer to Euro 2025 and manager Sarina Wiegman admits "something is happening".

I am the only voice defending Spurs - Postecoglou
Ange Postecoglou gives an impassioned, detailed defence of his record while adding he is struggling with unique challenges at Tottenham.

Spain tackles housing 'social emergency' as rents double in a decade
The Spanish government is moving to make renting more affordable and boost the supply of homes.

'Global stocks rout' and 'Brand rape charge'
A plunging FTSE 100 dominates the headlines while Russell Brand's rape trail looms next month

Live: Moana Pasifika chasing back-to-back wins after Crusaders upset
Follow live coverage as Moana Pasifika welcome the Waratahs to North Harbour Stadium in Auckland.

Watch: Formula 1 driver crashes at 331kph after ‘misjudgement’ in Japan
Jack Doohan walked away from the accident early on in the second practice session at the Japanese Grand Prix.

Arrests after store workers threatened with firearm in Levin
The arrests follow an armed manhunt in the Horowhenua District on Friday.

Will £75 be the new normal for video games after Switch 2's Mario Kart?
There's a lot of excitement about the new console - but also concern about the high price of its games.

The hot favourite to be new Black Caps coach - and where Gary Stead fits in
NZ-based Rob Walter has stepped down from his role as white-ball coach with South Africa for personal reasons.

Freeman hat-trick as Northampton cruise past Clermont
Tommy Freeman scores an impressive hat-trick to further strengthen his claim for British and Irish Lions selection as Northampton Saints cruise past Clermont Auvergne in the Investec Champions Cup last 16.

Trump extends deadline to keep TikTok running in US
The president has granted the app a second 75-day extension to comply with a law that requires it to either sell its US assets or face a ban.

How the fall of Yoon Suk Yeol fuelled the rise of S Korea's conservatives
A pro-Yoon fringe movement, stoked by right-wing YouTubers, has become more energised and extreme.

Nightly parties and mid-take burgers: Filming Top Gun with Val Kilmer and Tom Cruise
Co-stars recall the memorable moments of working with Val Kilmer on and off screen.