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Why a 5mm rule crackdown has the Formula 1 world on edge in Barcelona
Some claim it’s the game changer that will bring McLaren back to the field. Liam Lawson says it’s hard to know who will benefit or lose out.

Kiwi-Nigerian on a mission to save lives one app at a time
Arki Hunter co-founded 12oz - an AI resource designed to tackle the “stigma and ignorance surrounding Aotearoa’s drug and alcohol abuse issues”.

Logan Park High School theft handled as 'employment matter' without police
Logan Park HS didn't go to the police after the funds were misappropriated by a staff member between 2019-24.

The last heroic act of Kiwi killed in drone attack in Ukraine
Shan-Le Kearns, 26, was killed while rescuing wounded comrades .

'I don’t change for no one' - Hori Shaw and those blood stained crocs
"I don't really care about that fame stuff, doesn't bother me, I'd rather be in the bush to be honest," says the Aotearoa Music Awards' breakthrough artist of the year.

Serious crash involving three vehicles closes road in Templeton
Police said initial indications suggest there are serious injuries.

‘Canes coach explains 10-15 call as Cameron gets chance to impress before playoffs
Ruben Love has guided the Hurricanes through a five-game unbeaten run from 10 but he reverts to fullback for the final game of the regular season.

Body found in Whanganui River
Whanganui police and the local coastguard have retrieved a body from the Whanganui River on Friday afternoon.

Chorus submits 2024 fibre regulatory report
Chorus has published its Information Disclosure for fibre fixed line access services (FFLAS) for the 2024 disclosure year. This disclosure will also be submitted to the Commerce Commission

Knicks keep series alive with vital NBA victory
The Knicks won on their home floor for the first time in the series and prevented the Pacers from earning the second NBA Finals trip in franchise history.

Student from top private school disciplined after ‘distressing’ altercation with Uber driver
A video is said to show a St Andrews College student shouting and swearing at a Christchurch driver before attempting to punch him.

‘Visible presence’ of police in Hawke’s Bay for gang gathering this weekend
Police say they are expecting some travel around central Hawke’s Bay by the gang members and have been in communication with organisers.

Sky-high landing fees not the answer to fund airport
Masterton District Council recently proposed changes to how Hood Aerodrome users would be charged fees.

Heavy snow falls on South Island as winter cold snap descends
Severe gale southwesterlies are expected down south over the next 24 hours.

Hutt and Porirua councils put Wellington super city back on the table
The idea combines the Wellington region's councils into one large entity.

AGL - Accordant Group FY25 Annual Report
Accordant Group Limited [NZX:AGL] today announces a $(2.9) million FY25 after-tax loss for the year ended 31 March 2025, compared to $(10.0) million in the prior year

Nelson City Council revises catering contract to save Giants basketball team
Nelson City Council amended their contract for the team's Trafalgar Centre venue, enabling them to sell food and drinks at home games.

Serious injuries reported after crash in Christchurch outskirts
Newtons Road closed after serious three-vehicle crash in Templeton, Canterbury

Flag artwork’s removal after threats a ‘sad step’
Nelson’s mayor has referred a threat over a controversial flag exhibition to the police, while other councillors say its removal is a sad step.

Auckland War Memorial Museum to partially reopen after asbestos discovery forced closure
The museum has been closed since 10 May when asbestos was found in the ceiling of the original 1929 building.

Auckland Museum losing about $19k per day ahead of reopening
The Auckland Museum will reopen to visitors next week after being closed for three weeks due to the discovery of asbestos dust.