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Te Pati Maori MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp laid to rest
The Te Pati Maori MP died suddenly last week prompting an outpouring of grief from fellow MPs and the public.

'Know what we sign up for': Ex-Kiwis star endorses RUNIT event despite knockout
Kevin Proctor says he’s fine after being knocked out at the RUNIT 02 in Dubai on Sunday and predicts the promotion will only get bigger.

6-month-old baby critically injured at Foxton Beach home
The baby was initially taken to Palmerston North Hospital and later airlifted to Starship Hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.

Youth MPs say they were told to avoid criticising the government
A group of young people taking part in Youth Parliament have reported restrictions on what they can say in their speeches.

Apple eyes major change to Siri
Apple is considering a blockbuster move as it looks to close the gap on its rivals in the artificial intelligence race.

Body found in water off Waiheke Island
A member of the public discovered the body near The Esplanade at Oneroa on Tuesday morning.

As Squid Game ends, South Koreans return to the reality that inspired it
The show's themes of unemployment and inequality are all too relatable for Korean viewers.

Why injured ABs prop was allowed to play Super Rugby final
The Crusaders have defended the decision to select Tamaiti Williams for the final, confirming they sought specialist medical opinion about his knee.

Invasive venomous spider establishes itself in NZ
Since the initial sighting in Porirua last year, it has been confirmed in Christchurch, Nelson, Northland and Waikato.

Alcohol, not wearing seatbelt played part in farmer’s death
The Clutha man died after the ATV he was driving plunged down a steep bank.

Woman saves dog's bacon after being charged by large pig in Canterbury's Pegasus
A woman in the North Canterbury township of Pegasus was surprised to see a large pig wandering local streets before beating a retreat when it charged at her.

Watch: Tennis player hits Wimbledon-record 246kph serve, but loses the point
The 6-foot-8 Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard bettered the previous Wimbledon mark of 238kph, by Taylor Dent in 2010.

Insurers see 'unprecedented' claims levels
The growth in claims is being driven by public waiting lists, medical inflation and changing attitudes towards preventive healthcare

Fauono Ken Laban: first Pacific candidate for Lower Hutt mayoralty
As the son of Samoan migrants who built their life in Wainuiomata, Fauono is a well-known broadcaster, community leader, and former police officer.

Six-month-old baby found with critical injuries in Foxton
Police are working to establish how the baby boy came to be injured.

Did BBC's focus on one potential Glastonbury controversy miss another?
This was not the peace-loving, welcome-to-all vibe that Glastonbury tries to project, writes Katie Razzall.

D-Link 4G+ Cat6 Wi-Fi 6 DWR-933M Mobile Hotspot Review
The new D-Link 4G+ Cat6 Wi-Fi 6 Mobile Hotspot is a great tool for users who want to be able to work from anywhere, regardless of having access to a Wi-Fi network.

Crusaders midfielder signs with Japanese club
The blockbusting centre moved to Christchurch with an eye on making the All Blacks, but didn’t live up to the hype.

Teen missing in Auckland four days after she was last seen leaving home
Police and Myah’s family are worried for her, saying she has the mental ability of a 12-year-old.

Funding axed for ‘vital’ school programme for new NZ families
The primary school says the 25-year-old programme has been a lifeline for former refugee and migrant families.