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Buried by mud and silt, New Zealand’s farms face ‘10-year recovery’ – picture essay

Livelihoods in tatters after months of relentless rain and extreme weather – and the clean-up is just beginning

The Guardian - AU

NZ has a history of prominent public servants who were also outspoken public intellectuals – what’s changed?

It’s been a difficult time for senior public servants recently – at least it has been for those willing to express their political views publicly. One has been sacked, another offered his resignation, and yet another has been questioned by a parliamentary select committee.

The Conversation

First the floods, then the diseases -- why NZ should brace for outbreaks of spillover infections from animals

When Cyclone Gabrielle hit New Zealand in February, it left a trail of destruction across the North Island. At least 11 people died, and more than 10,000 were displaced. Bridges were washed out (35 in the Hastings district alone), roads closed and communications cut.

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Joe Schmidt emerges as top contender for All-Blacks job

The former Ireland and Leinster boss could be in line to take over as New Zealand rugby manager.

Irish Mirror

Ockhams honour the 'Māori cannibalism novel'

A rare victory for populism has been declared on the shortlist for the Ockham New Zealand national book awards.

Newsroom.co.nz

Getting girls to use online for good

On International Women's Day, we look at the good digital technology is doing for female athletes, how it can right its own wrongs, and how it's helping young women be physically active. Suzanne McFadden writes.

Newsroom.co.nz

Reefton turns the lights on again

Thanks to donations of millions of dollars in cash and kind it’s back to the future for the New Zealand community that first had electric lighting.

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How to make NZ's tax system fairer

Doing something serious about intergenerational inequalities and poverty requires a far greater focus on wealth as a source of government revenue, writes Louise Delany

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Megan Taylor's father reveals immense "pain and grief" over jockey daughter's death

Megan Taylor, 26, was killed when she was struck by another horse after her mount was among four horses to come down during a race in New Zealand in December last year

Daily Mirror

Sex worker, survivor, Māori TV star: world’s first transgender MP remembered as trailblazer

Georgina Beyer was a formidable force for New Zealand’s rainbow community, pushing reforms on sex work and civil unions

The Guardian - AU

Undercount fears as New Zealand conducts census

Harry Styles and the Sri Lankan men's cricket team are among the visitors to New Zealand that will have to fill out the five-yearly census - or face fines.

AAP

How far - and how fast - can Erika go?

Only seven women in history have swum faster than Otago teen Erika Fairweather in the 400m freestyle, after clocking the fastest time in the world this year. And she may add a longer distance to her repertoire for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Newsroom.co.nz

Germany’s political public service v NZ’s myth of neutrality

We should be more honest about the fiction of a politically neutral public service. In Germany there would be room for someone as political as Rob Campbell in the public service, says Oliver Hartwich

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Women’s World Cup hosts urge Fifa to reject Visit Saudi sponsorship

Football Australia and New Zealand Football, the co-hosts of this summer’s tournament, have said they would not be ‘comfortable’ with the partnership due to human rights concerns

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Trailblazing transgender lawmaker Georgina Beyer dies at 65

Georgina Beyer, a trailblazing New Zealand politician who in 1999 became the world’s first openly transgender member of Parliament, has died

The Conversation

Resistance to mega-tourism is rising in the South Pacific – but will governments put words into action?

With COVID-19 travel restrictions largely a thing of the past for Australian and New Zealand tourists, Pacific destinations are enjoying the return of visitors – albeit at a slower pace than in other parts of the world.

AAP

New Zealand opposition pledges big childcare spend-up

As New Zealand's political contest returns to normal after Cyclone Gabrielle, the opposition has pledged a major childcare spend.

The Conversation

Sex and lies are used to sell vapes online. Even we were surprised at the marketing tactics we found

It’s easy to buy vapes or e-cigarettes online. When we looked at websites selling them to buyers in Australia and New Zealand, we found a variety of slick, false or misleading marketing claims.

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China-Russia trade ties could hit Kiwi exporters

Russian meat, dairy and seafood may hurt New Zealand businesses if Chinese investment into Russia grows in the wake of the Ukraine war, a former diplomat says.

ABC News

Queensland Reds put 71 points on hapless Force, Brumbies beat New Zealand's Blues in Super Rugby Pacific

The Queensland Reds respond to a poor opening game in Townsville by recording a record-breaking victory over the Western Force, while the ACT Brumbies show they are not to be messed with this Super Rugby Pacific season, beating the Blues 25-20 in Melbourne.

The Times of India

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Captaining in India is like playing chess, says Steve Smith

INDORE: One doesn’t know if the term ‘match-winning captaincy’ is a thing, but Steve Smith sure served up an example of it in the Indore Test.

The Times of India

IND vs AUS 3rd Test: Australia crush India by nine wickets, qualify for WTC final

INDORE: The irony was palpable here at the Holkar Stadium on Friday as it was expectedly Australia who booked their berth in the World Test Championship Final with a comprehensive nine-wicket win inside three days.

The Guardian - AU

Growers count cost as Cyclone Gabrielle buries New Zealand vineyards in silt

Deadly storm left wine regions of Hawkes Bay and Gisborne covered in mud just before harvest time

The Conversation

Family violence is literally making us sicker -- new study finds abuse increases risk of chronic illness

More than half (54.7%) of women in New Zealand have experienced violence or abuse by an intimate partner in their lifetime. As we show in our new research, this increases their risk of developing a mental health disorder almost three times (2.8 times) and a chronic physical illness almost twice…

Daily Mirror

New Zealand rugby ace accused of "threatening to kill" rival with throat-slitting gesture

Friday's Super Rugby clash between the Melbourne Rebels and the Hurricanes was overshadowed by the questionable actions of seasoned New Zealand No 8 Ardie Savea

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