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Virginia Giuffre, with a photo of herself as a teen, when she says she was abused by Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and Prince Andrew, among others.

Aus police to review interactions with Epstein accuser before her death

Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre died by suicide in April last year in her property north of Perth.

A fan holds up a replica of the World Cup trophy at a fan festival at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, Thursday, June 11, 2026, during a live broadcast of the World Cup soccer match between Mexico and South Africa.

What to know: World Cup tiebreakers and how teams advance to knockouts

This year's supersized tournament of 32 teams has changed the format and how teams are separated by tiebreakers in the group phase.

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"If you must go out, please exercise extra caution," MetService said.

New Zealand

More weather warnings issued with heavy rain, big swells and snow

MetService said the forecasted heavy rain could lead to "localised flooding, slippery roads, and disruptions to public transport, especially during peak hours".

The Arawhakatu bridge connects Wairarapa to Mount Holdsworth. (Source: Emily Ireland)

Politics

Urgent fix needed for Carterton bridge being 'shaken to death'

The state of the Atiwhakatu Bridge on Norfolk Rd was first brought to the council table in February 2025.

Crime and Justice

'Wall of silence' frustrates police on Far North dirt bike death

Detective says witnesses and their supporters are "choosing to say nothing, actively resisting the investigation".

Business

'A difficult process': Kaitāia mill to close after no buyer found

The proposal reflected "challenging market conditions, falling demand in key markets, rising costs and insufficient work to keep the mill operating sustainably".

1:33

Vegemite is among Australian children’s most frequently eaten discretionary breakfast items (file image).

Health

Is a new reduced-salt Vegemite Kids good for children?

A health professor unpacks whether halving the salt content in this new Vegemite product makes a meaningful difference to children’s health.

27 mins ago

The Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve could be potentially sold off under the Conservation Amendment Bill.

Politics

Nearly half of Marlborough could be sold or developed under new bill

Lobby group Forest & Bird releases maps showing that up to 60% of NZ’s conservation land could be affected by the Conservation Amendment Bill.

From June in 1995, Ruapehu awakened with a series of eruptions. In September came the big one.

New Zealand

Ruapehu will erupt again. But are we ready?

Another Ruapehu eruption is not a matter of if but when. Thirty years after the volcano's last major eruption cycle, scientists check New Zealand's preparedness.

27 mins ago

Police expected around 1.1 million lawful firearms to be registered by the June 2028 deadline.

Crime and Justice

More than 680,000 guns added to digital Firearms Registry

In the three years since the Firearms Registry was launched, nearly two-thirds of NZ's 219,955 gun licence holders have registered their guns.

Politics

Nearly half of Marlborough could be sold or developed under new bill

Lobby group Forest & Bird releases maps showing that up to 60% of NZ’s conservation land could be affected by the Conservation Amendment Bill.

New Zealand

Ruapehu will erupt again. But are we ready?

Another Ruapehu eruption is not a matter of if but when. Thirty years after the volcano's last major eruption cycle, scientists check New Zealand's preparedness.

27 mins ago

Crime and Justice

More than 680,000 guns added to digital Firearms Registry

In the three years since the Firearms Registry was launched, nearly two-thirds of NZ's 219,955 gun licence holders have registered their guns.

Crime and Justice

Aus police to review interactions with Epstein accuser before her death

Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre died by suicide in April last year in her property north of Perth.

Sport

What to know: World Cup tiebreakers and how teams advance to knockouts

This year's supersized tournament of 32 teams has changed the format and how teams are separated by tiebreakers in the group phase.

27 mins ago

New Zealand

More weather warnings issued with heavy rain, big swells and snow

MetService said the forecasted heavy rain could lead to "localised flooding, slippery roads, and disruptions to public transport, especially during peak hours".

Politics

Urgent fix needed for Carterton bridge being 'shaken to death'

The state of the Atiwhakatu Bridge on Norfolk Rd was first brought to the council table in February 2025.

Crime and Justice

'Wall of silence' frustrates police on Far North dirt bike death

Detective says witnesses and their supporters are "choosing to say nothing, actively resisting the investigation".

Business

'A difficult process': Kaitāia mill to close after no buyer found

The proposal reflected "challenging market conditions, falling demand in key markets, rising costs and insufficient work to keep the mill operating sustainably".

1:33

Crime and Justice

NZ's biggest illegal lottery: Organiser sentenced for $11m operation

Waiariki McIlroy-Jones generated $11m in little over a year by selling illegal lottery tickets via online platforms, with prizes including high-value cars, boats, caravans, cash, and a freehold house.

2:17

Crime and Justice

'Entirely at your mercy': Melbourne Uber driver jailed for rape

Uber driver Mohamad Yahiya was on Wednesday jailed for up to seven-and-a-half years for putting his victim through this experience.

Politics

Nearly half of Marlborough could be sold or developed under new bill

Lobby group Forest & Bird releases maps showing that up to 60% of NZ’s conservation land could be affected by the Conservation Amendment Bill.

New Zealand

Ruapehu will erupt again. But are we ready?

Another Ruapehu eruption is not a matter of if but when. Thirty years after the volcano's last major eruption cycle, scientists check New Zealand's preparedness.

27 mins ago

Crime and Justice

NZ's biggest illegal lottery: Organiser sentenced for $11m operation

2:17

Crime and Justice

'Entirely at your mercy': Melbourne Uber driver jailed for rape

Uber driver Mohamad Yahiya was on Wednesday jailed for up to seven-and-a-half years for putting his victim through this experience.

Crime and Justice

More than 680,000 guns added to digital Firearms Registry

In the three years since the Firearms Registry was launched, nearly two-thirds of NZ's 219,955 gun licence holders have registered their guns.

Crime and Justice

Aus police to review interactions with Epstein accuser before her death

Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre died by suicide in April last year in her property north of Perth.

Sport

What to know: World Cup tiebreakers and how teams advance to knockouts

This year's supersized tournament of 32 teams has changed the format and how teams are separated by tiebreakers in the group phase.

27 mins ago

New Zealand

More weather warnings issued with heavy rain, big swells and snow

MetService said the forecasted heavy rain could lead to "localised flooding, slippery roads, and disruptions to public transport, especially during peak hours".

Politics

Urgent fix needed for Carterton bridge being 'shaken to death'

The state of the Atiwhakatu Bridge on Norfolk Rd was first brought to the council table in February 2025.

Crime and Justice

'Wall of silence' frustrates police on Far North dirt bike death

Detective says witnesses and their supporters are "choosing to say nothing, actively resisting the investigation".

Crime and Justice

Aus police to review interactions with Epstein accuser before her death

Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre died by suicide in April last year in her property north of Perth.

Sport

What to know: World Cup tiebreakers and how teams advance to knockouts

This year's supersized tournament of 32 teams has changed the format and how teams are separated by tiebreakers in the group phase.

27 mins ago

New Zealand

More weather warnings issued with heavy rain, big swells and snow

MetService said the forecasted heavy rain could lead to "localised flooding, slippery roads, and disruptions to public transport, especially during peak hours".

Politics

Urgent fix needed for Carterton bridge being 'shaken to death'

The state of the Atiwhakatu Bridge on Norfolk Rd was first brought to the council table in February 2025.

Crime and Justice

'Wall of silence' frustrates police on Far North dirt bike death

Detective says witnesses and their supporters are "choosing to say nothing, actively resisting the investigation".

Business

'A difficult process': Kaitāia mill to close after no buyer found

The proposal reflected "challenging market conditions, falling demand in key markets, rising costs and insufficient work to keep the mill operating sustainably".

1:33

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