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Western Force break the shackles with Super win in NZ

The Western Force have opened their Super Rugby Pacific season account with a much-needed win over Moana Pasifika in Pukekohe.

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Top NZ pokies for 2026

Online pokies are still the heartbeat of New Zealand’s gambling scene in 2026. What started as simple machines in local pubs has transformed into a slick digital playground packed with immersive themes, cinematic graphics, and jackpots that can genuinely change a life. Whether you prefer spinning casually on your phone…

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NZ ace Ravindra spins Sri Lanka out of T20 World Cup

Disciplined New Zealand have excelled with bat and ball to send co-hosts Sri Lanka spinning out of the T20 World Cup in Colombo.

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Barty to dust cobwebs off golf clubs at NZ Open

Ash Barty, Kelly Slater and Ricky Ponting are among the multi-talented sports stars in action in the pro-am component of the NZ Open.

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Anthony Kim the inspiration for Truslow's NZ PGA win

American Austen Truslow has beaten rising Kiwi star Cooper Moore to claim the biggest win of his pro career at the NZ PGA.

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NZ is slowly slipping on the global corruption index. Is it time for an anti-corruption agency?

On the face of it, New Zealand’s positive placing in a newly-released scorecard of perceived corruption seems reassuring.

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An Introduction to Online Casinos and Pokies in New Zealand

If you’re curious about trying your luck with online casinos and pokies in New Zealand, you’ll discover a world that mixes excitement with convenience.

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4 lessons NZ should take from another summer of weather disasters

Another summer of extreme weather has destroyed and damaged homes, cut off communities and, in the most tragic cases, left families mourning their loved ones.

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Importing gas locks NZ into fossil fuels for longer – just as clean energy surges

The government’s announcement this week that it would move ahead with plans for a new facility to import liquefied natural gas (LNG), potentially as early as next year, was framed as a way to shore up energy security.

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Silver lining for Aussie women as Kiwis cruise to gold

The Australian women have been forced to settle for silver at the Perth Sevens, while the Aussie men claimed bronze in thrilling fashion.

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Cartwright injured as Aussies start hot at Perth Sevens

Australia have made a hot start to the Rugby Sevens in Perth, with both the men's and women's teams going unbeaten in securing semi-final berths.

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'Sensational': NZ legend backs Origin across the ditch

One of New Zealand's most prolific international rugby league players has backed a move to play State of Origin across the ditch in 2027.

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We want redemption: Aussies fired up for Perth Sevens

Australia Sevens co-captain Madison Ashby says her team were devastated by their ugly loss to NZ on Sunday and they've vowed to make amends in Perth this week.

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Is NZ defence and intelligence policy aligning with AUKUS in all but name?

Across the Pacific and the Southern Ocean, New Zealand has been trying to strike a careful balance in its defence and surveillance approach.

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As Australia’s online harm crackdown reshapes the debate, NZ must find its own path

Around the world, lawmakers are grappling with how to better protect young people from online harms such as cyberbullying, sexual exploitation and AI-generated “deepfake” images.

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Trump is threatening more tariffs over access to critical minerals – will NZ be targeted?

On January 14, Donald Trump issued a proclamation threatening yet more tariffs if “trading partners” fail to sign agreements on critical minerals and their derivative products within 180 days of his announcement.

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NZ Govt’s muted response to unlawful world events is cause for alarm

Comment: The climate of fear against speaking out about anything Trump says or does means we are in danger of enabling him to destroy the very idea of what the UN means

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NZ’s low productivity is often blamed on businesses staying small. That could be a strength in 2026

For decades, we have heard a familiar story about why New Zealand’s firms choose to stay small. Business owners prefer comfort, control and lifestyle over ambition, summed up in the old notion of the “bach, boat and BMW” being the height of aspiration.

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Wildcats grind out gutsy road win over NZ Breakers

The Perth Wildcats are knocking on the door of the NBL top four after applying a fourth-quarter defensive blanket over the Breakers in an eight-point win.

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“Vatican City Has The Highest Crime Rate In The World”: 49 Nonsense-Sounding Statements That Turned Out To Be True

Humans glow. The universe is beige. Per capita, the Vatican City has the highest crime rate in the world. Nowadays you can't believe everything you read on the internet but sometimes even the stuff that sounds like nonsense turns out to be true. Here are a few perfect examples...

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Harrison stars as Bullets beat NZ to end losing run

Brisbane centre Tyrell Harrison has put on a star display as the Bullets won for the first time since November 8 in a 14-point victory over NZ.

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More signs the NZ economy is turning – but risks remain

The NZ economic recovery is gaining momentum, with stronger retail sales and improving confidence, but risks remain around growth, rates and key sectors

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How to watch 'Little Disasters' — stream free from anywhere with TVNZ+

Six-part psychological thriller based on best-selling Sarah Vaughn novel "Anatomy of a Scandal". Here's how to watch "Little Disasters" online from anywhere.

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Breakers crush JackJumpers to continue hot NBL run

A trio of Americans have helped fire the NZ Breakers to a 13-point win over Tasmania, despite the best efforts of JackJumpers big man Will Magnay.

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Star NZ sprinter swaps allegiance to Australia

The Australian 4x100m relay squad is set to benefit from the change of allegiance by flying Kiwi sprinter Eddie Osei-Nketia.

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