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Person seriously injured after falling from car
Police were called to the scene near Pokeno, south of Auckland, at about 6pm Saturday.

'Can still get to the pub': Whangamomona president shrugs off floods
Taranaki's breakaway republic is cut off by floodwaters - but its president assured locals the pub was still open.

Recap: All Blacks beat plucky France in thrilling season-opening test
Look back at live coverage of the match at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin.

Key Wellington areas identified as vital to survival of native bird species
The city council has conducted its annual bird survey along 55km of coastline from Petone to Oteranga Bay.

This $400 Surface Laptop 3 deal won’t last long—and it’s loaded with an Intel processor
TL;DR: For a little while longer, you can score a Deal Days discount on this Surface Laptop 3, now under $400. If you’re looking to boost your productivity without draining your bank account, this Deal Days offer hits the sweet spot. For a limited time, you can get a refurbished Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 for only $399.99 (reg. $1,099). That’s an over 60% discount on a sleek, high-performance machine. This 2019 model is no slouch—it’s powered by a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and comes packed with 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD, making it more than capable of multitasking, streaming, creative work, or light gaming. Whether you’re handling large spreadsheets, running code, or editing media, this laptop keeps up. It also features a 13.5-inch PixelSense touchscreen with a 2256×1504 resolution, offering sharp visuals and smooth interaction. Its ultra-slim aluminum chassis, weighing just under three pounds, makes it an ideal pick for students, professionals, or anyone who needs a portable, stylish daily driver. This refurbished unit comes with a Grade “A” rating, meaning it may show minimal signs of wear, but it functions like new and arrives with a minimum of 80% battery health. At this price, it’s hard to beat the value. Act fast on this Deal Days price drop—this near-mint Surface Laptop 3 deal won’t last long at just $399.99 (reg. $1,099), and quantities are limited. Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 (2019) i7, 1.3GHz Touchscreen 16GB RAM 512GB SSD (Refurbished) See Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.

Live: Waratahs v British and Irish Lions
Follow live coverage of the Waratahs’ game against the British and Irish Lions at Allianz Stadium in Sydney.

All Blacks scrap past depleted France in patchy test opener
All Blacks start their season with a four-point win but defensive issues mean they have a lot to work on.

Person seriously hurt after falling from vehicle in Pokeno
Police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident to speak to them as soon as possible.