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The Commune: Sex, drugs – and a guru called Bert
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A documentary podcast about the notorious free-love commune, Centrepoint.
on Sep 7
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The Long Game: Revelations of China-backed cyber hacking of the New Zealand Parliament have prompted surprise and concern. But a Stuff Circuit investigation shows Chinese Communist Party influence and interference operations in New Zealand have been going on for decades, unabated, striking at...
on Jun 26
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Tova O’Brien hosts Stuff’s must-listen politics podcast holding the powerful to account
on May 30
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A podcast by Imogen Wells that serves your daily dose of exclusives, analysis and fresh perspectives on news.
on May 6
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Chinese market gardens and fruit shops were once scattered throughout the country. In turn the fertile New Zealand soil helped Chinese New Zealanders build a life in Aotearoa.
on Mar 4
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Auckland Council removing thousands of rubbish bins from public spaces
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Auckland Council hopes to save $9.5m over eight years by removing underutilised public rubbish bins.
on Jan 15
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Mark Reason: Why the All Blacks need to give Richie Mo'unga a golden ticket
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OPINION: It's crazy that ''shape-shifter'' Richie Mo'unga is ineligible for the All Blacks because he is playing in Japan, writes Mark Reason.
on Jan 13
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Wandering seal's highway rescue prompts non-intervention plea
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'I had to act', says a woman who spotted a seal pup beside a highway in early-morning traffic, but DOC has a different view.
on Jan 11
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Australia bans Nazi salutes, swastikas after extremist right-wing protests
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The ban, which came into effect this week, was proposed after protesters used Nazi salutes at rallies against immigration and trans rights in Melbourne in 2023.
on Jan 10
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Laurel Rockliff's family mystery of drunken tales and red herrings has been solved by the sleuthing of kind strangers.
on Jan 8
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NZ public holidays 2024: These are the best days to book off
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If you're looking forward to some long weekends in 2024, you might want to have a closer look at the calendar.
on Jan 7
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SpaceX accused of unlawfully firing staff who said CEO Elon Musk was an 'embarrassment'
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SpaceX employees involved in an open letter which referred to CEO Musk as a "distraction and embarrassment" claim they were fired unlawfully.
on Jan 7
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NZ News Live: Residents thought railway tracks fire was 'mist to start with'
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KiwiRail says the blaze began from a freight train shunting wagons from a milk factory in Canterbury's west Rolleston.
on Jan 7
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Of all the types of prose humanity has developed, travel is the worst
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OPINION: Travel writers do not write to tell you about the places they visit, but to tell you about themselves. I will make an exception for Herodotus, but that is it.
on Jan 6
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Scientist honoured for work to protect native bird species
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DOC scientist Dr Graeme Elliott has helped increase numbers of native forest birds and bats, and identified a species in steep decline.
on Jan 6
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The All Black and the groundsman: Why deep friendships, not trophies, are rugby's lifeblood
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Ex-All Black Norm Maxwell writes about how his long friendship with Kevin Tucker reminds him why grassroots servants are the soul of the sport.
on Jan 6
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'Incredible scent': Plant conservation expert's guide for native gardens
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Scented daisies and textured shrubs are among New Zealand Plant Conservation Network president Jesse Bythell's top picks for native gardening.
on Jan 5
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Elderly man suffers horrific burns after trying to open bag of chips with a lighter
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The pensioner used a rather unconventional method to open his snack packet – only for it to go horrifically wrong.
on Jan 5
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To match our fresh and optimistic year, here are pets in the first hopeful, playful and adorable flush of youth.
on Jan 5
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25-year-old with cancer faces move overseas in bid to extend his life
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Toby Fuller doesn't want to leave his family and friends to be able to access more cancer drugs in the UK, but is 'keen to live a bit longer'.
on Jan 5
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South Island town set to be crowned NZ’s sunniest place for first time
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Unofficial figures show Tekapo had a blinder in December to “leapfrog” usual suspect in sunshine race.
on Jan 4
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"I'm somewhere between really ticked off and devastated," said passenger John Gasquet when a delay hit their "time travelling" flight.
on Jan 4
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Investigators focus on air traffic communication after a fatal Tokyo runway crash
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The Transport Ministry released a transcript of air traffic control communication just before the crash. It showed approval for take off was only given to one of the planes.
on Jan 4
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South Africa's genocide case against Israel sets up a high-stakes legal battle at the UN's top court
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South Africa has launched a case at the United Nations' top court alleging that Israel's military campaign in Gaza amounts to genocide.
on Jan 3
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Yealands the elephant in the room at power AGMs
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The wine company's no-show as its owners went through the year that was didn't sit well with some.
on Jan 3
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Former 90210 and Sharknado star Ian Ziering in street brawl
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The actor is seen battling with a group of bikers in Los Angeles.
on Jan 3
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Teen 'won't come out of his bedroom' after passport error ruins holiday
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A teenager in the UK is counting the cost of a night out after it led to the cancellation of a family holiday.
on Jan 3
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Body of missing US woman found in retention pond after nearly 12 years, volunteer divers say
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Sandra Lemire was last seen in May 2012 driving the minivan that has now been found in a Florida pond near Disney World.
on Jan 3
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Disgust and dismay at vandalism of prominent sculpture
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The phallus of Whatonga, a steel statue and guardian of Te Āpiti – Manawatū Gorge has been cut off by vandals.
on Jan 2
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Man praised for refusing to give up his seat to pregnant woman on plane
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A traveller who paid for an aisle seat was asked to move by a pregnant passenger. He refused and has found support online.
on Jan 2
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'Scumlord' who needs to be shut down, or housing crisis hero?
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Lee Bennett owns 26 rentals being investigated by the government, but says he’s just doing his best for an area others abandoned.
on Jan 2
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Japan earthquake: Major tsunami warning in place with evacuations underway
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A strong earthquake has hit Japan, triggering a tsunami warning. Locals have been urged to evacuate, with thousands left without power.
on Jan 1
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Donald Trump's challengers pledge to pardon him if he's convicted
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The former US president's Republican rivals have promised to grant him clemency should he be found guilty of any of the 91 charges he’s facing.
on Jan 1
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TVNZ political editor Jessica Mutch McKay leaves network after 15 years
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After 15 years, TVNZ's political editor has resigned after leading reporters "through a remarkable time in New Zealand politics".
on Jan 1
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Taranaki Daily News Person of the Year 2023: Taranaki Iwi rāhui group
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For its efforts in protecting the environment for future generations, the Taranaki Iwi rāhui group is the Taranaki Daily News Person of the Year. It is the first time in 15 years that the award has been won by a group.
on Jan 1
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New Year's Eve festival turns muddy despite organisers spending $50K on weather protection gear
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One festival goer said organisers had done what they could to prepare but because the rain was persistent, some areas had become an “absolute mud bath”.
on Jan 1
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Denmark's Queen Margrethe II announces surprise abdication live on TV
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The keen skiing, chain-smoking queen is one of the most popular public figures in Denmark and would often walk the streets unescorted.
on Dec 31
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The year that could be: Stuff's political predictions for 2024
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10 wizened predictions for what the year in politics could hold.
on Dec 31
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State-of-the-art X-ray machine installed at Waitara health centre
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The new machine means Waitara patients no longer need to travel to Taranaki Base Hospital for some types of X-rays.
on Dec 31
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Residents shine light on mysterious Whangārei island door
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An unremarkable island in Whangārei Harbour hides a strange door, but local residents believe they know what it's for.
on Dec 31
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Black Caps beat Bangladesh on DLS at Bay Oval to level T20 series 1-1
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A run-out wreck threatened to mess up a seemingly simple pursuit of victory over Bangladesh at Bay Oval.
on Dec 31
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Live: New Zealand vs Bangladesh - third Twenty20 international at Bay Oval
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Neesham, Santner guide the hosts to victory as rain hits Bay Oval, to level the T20 series after some anxious moments.
on Dec 31
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How a 6-year-old boy became addicted to vaping, and why NZ needs to quit
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A surge in the popularity of vaping nicotine, especially among young Kiwis, has left a dark cloud over Aotearoa's smokefree ambitions.
on Dec 30
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Chinese carmaker overtakes Tesla as world's most popular EV maker
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Chinese carmaker overtakes Tesla as world's most popular EV maker
on Dec 30
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2024: The year it got (really) hot
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Opinion: This year (2023) has probably been the hottest in the past 10,000 years – but everybody agrees that 2024 will be even hotter, writes Gywnne Dyer.
on Dec 30
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NZ News Live: Missing two people confirmed dead following Peria quad bike crash
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Six people were riding the ATV-style vehicle when it crashed into a swimming hole on the swollen Waikainga Stream.
on Dec 30
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The prominent New Zealand figures in our New Year honours
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An 87-year-old dancer, a local historian preserving the memories of our war veterans, the Californian who led our nation’s female football team – these are just some of the figures among our New Year Honours.
on Dec 29
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Regional councils need to stop work on their strict new water quality standards until the government gets new freshwater rules in place, Groundswell NZ and Federated Farmers say.
on Dec 29
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Acclaimed poet Tusiata Avia says she received a death threat from a white supremacist the last time ACT released a statement about her writing.
on Dec 29
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Maine bars Donald Trump from the US presidential ballot in 2024
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Donald Trump won one of Maine's electors in 2020, so having him off the ballot there could have implications in a race expected to be narrowly decided.
on Dec 29