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Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic surges into quarterfinals
Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic remains on target to win an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam singles trophy.

Good news for buyers as house prices fall - but it’s not an even split
The national average asking price has fallen to its lowest since September 2024, Trade Me says.

'Disgusted' Djokovic drops first set
Alex de Minaur pulls off a stunning first set romp after Novak Djokovic's self implosion.

4th Round Highlights | Marin Cilic v Flavio Cobolli
Catch all of the best moments from the Round 4 match between Marin Cilic & Flavio Cobolli, at Wimbledon 2025.

De Minaur falls to Djokovic
Novak Djokovic seals his round of 16 victory in four sets against Alex de Minaur.

Want to get into strength training? Experts explain the top four options
Lifting weights have become a popular way to build muscle strength and improve bone density. Which method you use though, depends on a number of factors.

Staff beg Health NZ not to swap Wellington Hospital maternity, gynecology beds for ED patients
The agency wants to trial re-allocating 12 beds as a medical ward for emergency department patients.

Erin Patterson was found guilty of murder. What happens next?
The 50-year-old was found guilty of killing three people with a poisoned mushroom meal, but the case's time in the courts may not be over.

Auckland's Covid lockdown cut Northland off from rest of country, Royal Commission of Inquiry told
Northland's business community has told a Royal Commission of Inquiry that maintaining road access to the region should be a key lesson.

Parking problems in The Mount: 'Nothing is off limits'
Ongoing parking issues in Mount Maunganui - including being completely full at peak times - had led Tauranga city council to try and find out-of-the-box solutions.

Erin Routliffe through to Wimbledon quarterfinals thanks to partner’s timely return
Erin Routliffe feared she might not be able to play at Wimbledon with her regular partner Gaby Dabrowski, she and the Canadian have moved into the last eight.

Test cricketer’s remarkable sacrifice protects Brian Lara’s record
South Africa’s Wiaan Mulder declared on 367 not out, passing up the chance to beat Brian Lara’s record for the highest test individual score in a test innings.

Couple jailed for neglect of 4-year-old were suspected of his murder
Ashton Cresswell died in 2017 after suffering "non-accidental" head and bowel injuries.

Djoker 'ramps it up' after epic rally
Novak Djokovic cups his ear to the crowd after turning his fortunes against Alex de Minaur.

De Minaur’s gutsy performance fails to topple Djokovic in Wimbledon showdown
The super Serb brushed off one of the poorest opening sets he has ever played to wear down Australia’s tennis torchbearer in a seesawing, absorbing war of attrition.

‘You’ve got to control the game without the ball’: The masterminds rebuilding the Matildas
For every famous foot on the field, there’s a formidable strategist dedicated to restoring the embattled team to glory. But the road’s not smooth.

Hamilton's private Braemar Hospital performs 159 free surgeries in one year
A range of procedures were provided to patients who may not have been eligible for surgery in a public hospital.

Over 200 work visas linked to companies connected to Vietnamese organised crime rings
Sixty-two offshore visas were cancelled before the holders were able to reach New Zealand.

National average home value falls slighty
Wellington recorded the biggest fall, down 2 percent.

Hundreds report feeling magnitude 6.0 earthquake off South Island's coast
Almost 1200 people reported feeling the quake that struck north-west of Snares Islands overnight.