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Tobacco smugglers could be jailed for 7 years as new fines revealed

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All Blacks winger Fehi Fineanganofo's move to England has been put on hold for a season after he extended his Hurricanes and New Zealand Rugby contracts through to the end of 2027.

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Customs said the body-packing of the more than 1600 cigarettes was "an attempt to defraud Customs revenue".

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NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) began work on SH1 near Henley and Otokia on September 21 and expected the job to take three months.

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Former interns of ARISE mega church say they have felt forced to work on the church pastors' properties on their days off.

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Customs said the body-packing of the more than 1600 cigarettes was "an attempt to defraud Customs revenue".

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NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) began work on SH1 near Henley and Otokia on September 21 and expected the job to take three months.

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Police guard a road leading to RAF Fairford, in Fairford, England

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Suspects in alleged UK air base terror plot bailed as police probe Iran link

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All Blacks winger Fehi Fineanganofo's move to England has been put on hold for a season after he extended his Hurricanes and New Zealand Rugby contracts through to the end of 2027.

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Customs said the body-packing of the more than 1600 cigarettes was "an attempt to defraud Customs revenue".

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'Absolutely atrocious': SH1 detour near Dunedin shut after truck damage

An Otago detour route has been closed for repairs less than a week after opening, with residents describing severe pothole damage and safety concerns.

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Police guard a road leading to RAF Fairford, in Fairford, England

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Suspects in alleged UK air base terror plot bailed as police probe Iran link

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All Blacks winger Fehi Fineanganofo's move to England has been put on hold for a season after he extended his Hurricanes and New Zealand Rugby contracts through to the end of 2027.

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Neighbours said the smell from a composting site in Gisborne was "soul-destroying". (Source: Imogen Brophy / LDR)

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Construction to strengthen Rotorua Museum has now been completed. (Source: Rotorua Lakes Council)

'Very close': $2m boost brings Rotorua Museum reopening in sight

While the $73.35m restoration is complete, exhibitions still need to be developed, built and installed before visitors can return.

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The Beehive building

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New All Black Anton Segner passes the ball after the squad announcement in Feilding in front of head coach Dave Rennie.

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Nathan Cleary of the Panthers is tackled by Phoenix Crossland of the Knights.

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Phoenix Crossland has been referred straight to the NRL judiciary for the hip-drop that left Penrith superstar Nathan Cleary with a compound ankle fracture.

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Members of the USA team celebrate Jackson Koivun's win on the 18th green against the International team during a Presidents Cup golf tournament fin

Americans sweep past Internationals to win 11th straight Presidents Cup

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Players of Israel, right, and Ireland stand for the anthems before the UEFA Nations League soccer match between Ireland and Israel in Debrecen, Hungary, Sunday, September 27, 2026.

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Nathan Cleary of the Panthers is tackled by Phoenix Crossland of the Knights.

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Phoenix Crossland has been referred straight to the NRL judiciary for the hip-drop that left Penrith superstar Nathan Cleary with a compound ankle fracture.

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Members of the USA team celebrate Jackson Koivun's win on the 18th green against the International team during a Presidents Cup golf tournament fin

Americans sweep past Internationals to win 11th straight Presidents Cup

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New All Black Anton Segner passes the ball after the squad announcement in Feilding in front of head coach Dave Rennie.

All Black Anton Segner re-signs with New Zealand Rugby

The four year extension will see the 25-year-old also remain with the Blues and Auckland, making him the first All Black contracted through to the 2031 Rugby World Cup.

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Players of Israel, right, and Ireland stand for the anthems before the UEFA Nations League soccer match between Ireland and Israel in Debrecen, Hungary, Sunday, September 27, 2026.

Ireland wear black armbands, skip handshakes in Israel clash

The game faced bitter opposition in Ireland over Israel’s actions in Gaza with the players coming under huge pressure to boycott two matches against Israel.

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New All Black Anton Segner passes the ball after the squad announcement in Feilding in front of head coach Dave Rennie.

All Black Anton Segner re-signs with New Zealand Rugby

The four year extension will see the 25-year-old also remain with the Blues and Auckland, making him the first All Black contracted through to the 2031 Rugby World Cup.

Nathan Cleary of the Panthers is tackled by Phoenix Crossland of the Knights.

Knights star to learn fate over sickening Cleary tackle

Phoenix Crossland has been referred straight to the NRL judiciary for the hip-drop that left Penrith superstar Nathan Cleary with a compound ankle fracture.

1:32

Members of the USA team celebrate Jackson Koivun's win on the 18th green against the International team during a Presidents Cup golf tournament fin

Americans sweep past Internationals to win 11th straight Presidents Cup

Outplayed over three days in team matches at Medinah, the Americans flipped two key singles matches on the back nine to deliver the biggest Sunday rout in tournament history.

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Players of Israel, right, and Ireland stand for the anthems before the UEFA Nations League soccer match between Ireland and Israel in Debrecen, Hungary, Sunday, September 27, 2026.

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Family members and friends of Nepali climbers gather as the bodies of Nepali climbers recovered after an avalanche on Mount Himlung lie at the morgue of a hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal, Monday, Sept. 28, 2026.

Rescue teams search Nepal mountain for 12 swept by avalanche

The government issued warnings of severe weather all across the entire Himalayan nation after devastating floods killed thousands last month.

A police officer stands at the scene of a mass shooting at a house party in KwaMakhutha township south of the city of Durban, South Africa, Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

How South Africa's mass shootings differ from lone gunman attacks

The shootout occurred early Sunday morning, shortly after midnight, at Carolyn Crayton Park in Macon, Bibb County Sheriff David Davis said during a news conference.

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Emergency services at the scene of an incident close to RAF Fairford,, in Whelford, England.

What to know about base used by US at centre of UK terror probe

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A newly graduated constable was stabbed twice in the neck during a domestic disturbance before chasing the alleged offender and deploying his Taser.

Brisbane cop chases down suspect after being stabbed in the neck

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Flight attendant Luke Davies, and TV presenter Jesse Baird.

Cup of water beside ex’s bed fuelled accused Aus killer cop’s jealousy

Beau Lamarre-Condon has pleaded not guilty to the murders of his ex-partner and TV presenter Jesse Baird and Luke Davies, suggesting he acted in self-defence.

Family members and friends of Nepali climbers gather as the bodies of Nepali climbers recovered after an avalanche on Mount Himlung lie at the morgue of a hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal, Monday, Sept. 28, 2026.

Rescue teams search Nepal mountain for 12 swept by avalanche

The government issued warnings of severe weather all across the entire Himalayan nation after devastating floods killed thousands last month.

A police officer stands at the scene of a mass shooting at a house party in KwaMakhutha township south of the city of Durban, South Africa, Wednesday, September 23, 2026.

How South Africa's mass shootings differ from lone gunman attacks

The shootout occurred early Sunday morning, shortly after midnight, at Carolyn Crayton Park in Macon, Bibb County Sheriff David Davis said during a news conference.

Twelve teenagers wounded in shootout at US birthday party

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Emergency services at the scene of an incident close to RAF Fairford,, in Whelford, England.

What to know about base used by US at centre of UK terror probe

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Business

Bricklaying (file image).

Cartels 'cheating' taxpayers out of $360 million a year - ComCom

Businesses colluding over who should win a contract have been warned by the commission that "we are coming after these people".

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A casket in a hearse (file image).

Unclaimed bodies: Who pays? Funeral directors left footing thousands

Funeral directors absorb substantial costs arranging cremations and burials for people who die with no money - what's known as an "indigent funeral".

Online spending rose 12% in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to the latest NZ Post data.

Online shopping outpacing bricks and mortar: Is a store worth it?

Online spending rose 12% in the first half of this year compared with the same period in 2025, while in-store spending rose just 2%.

Hutt Valley District Court. (File image).

Car company fined $170k for exploiting migrant workers

A migrant worker was allegedly told to hide from immigration officials, as the company exploited workers with low cash pay and false visa promises.

David Seymour

ACT reveals supermarkets policy, decries 'insane' break-up proposals

"The biggest barrier to a third, fourth, or fifth supermarket chain in New Zealand isn't Foodstuffs or Woolworths. It's the government," says David Seymour.

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Bricklaying (file image).

Cartels 'cheating' taxpayers out of $360 million a year - ComCom

Businesses colluding over who should win a contract have been warned by the commission that "we are coming after these people".

10:24

A casket in a hearse (file image).

Unclaimed bodies: Who pays? Funeral directors left footing thousands

Funeral directors absorb substantial costs arranging cremations and burials for people who die with no money - what's known as an "indigent funeral".

Online spending rose 12% in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to the latest NZ Post data.

Online shopping outpacing bricks and mortar: Is a store worth it?

Online spending rose 12% in the first half of this year compared with the same period in 2025, while in-store spending rose just 2%.

Hutt Valley District Court. (File image).

Car company fined $170k for exploiting migrant workers

A migrant worker was allegedly told to hide from immigration officials, as the company exploited workers with low cash pay and false visa promises.

David Seymour

ACT reveals supermarkets policy, decries 'insane' break-up proposals

"The biggest barrier to a third, fourth, or fifth supermarket chain in New Zealand isn't Foodstuffs or Woolworths. It's the government," says David Seymour.

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Bricklaying (file image).

Cartels 'cheating' taxpayers out of $360 million a year - ComCom

Businesses colluding over who should win a contract have been warned by the commission that "we are coming after these people".

10:24

A casket in a hearse (file image).

Unclaimed bodies: Who pays? Funeral directors left footing thousands

Funeral directors absorb substantial costs arranging cremations and burials for people who die with no money - what's known as an "indigent funeral".

David Seymour

ACT reveals supermarkets policy, decries 'insane' break-up proposals

"The biggest barrier to a third, fourth, or fifth supermarket chain in New Zealand isn't Foodstuffs or Woolworths. It's the government," says David Seymour.

Online spending rose 12% in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to the latest NZ Post data.

Online shopping outpacing bricks and mortar: Is a store worth it?

Online spending rose 12% in the first half of this year compared with the same period in 2025, while in-store spending rose just 2%.

Hutt Valley District Court. (File image).

Car company fined $170k for exploiting migrant workers

A migrant worker was allegedly told to hide from immigration officials, as the company exploited workers with low cash pay and false visa promises.

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David Seymour

ACT reveals supermarkets policy, decries 'insane' break-up proposals

"The biggest barrier to a third, fourth, or fifth supermarket chain in New Zealand isn't Foodstuffs or Woolworths. It's the government," says David Seymour.

Bricklaying (file image).

Cartels 'cheating' taxpayers out of $360 million a year - ComCom

Businesses colluding over who should win a contract have been warned by the commission that "we are coming after these people".

10:24

A casket in a hearse (file image).

Unclaimed bodies: Who pays? Funeral directors left footing thousands

Funeral directors absorb substantial costs arranging cremations and burials for people who die with no money - what's known as an "indigent funeral".

Online spending rose 12% in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to the latest NZ Post data.

Online shopping outpacing bricks and mortar: Is a store worth it?

Online spending rose 12% in the first half of this year compared with the same period in 2025, while in-store spending rose just 2%.

Hutt Valley District Court. (File image).

Car company fined $170k for exploiting migrant workers

A migrant worker was allegedly told to hide from immigration officials, as the company exploited workers with low cash pay and false visa promises.

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Politics

The Beehive building

The two ways of calculating seats for the 1News Verian poll

There are now two approaches to the question of how Parliament might look given some of the uncertainty present in the current political environment.

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The leaders of parties represented in Parliament as of January 20, 2026 (file image).

'Pretty cool isn't it' - Party reacts to best-ever 1News poll result

The Greens' Chlöe Swarbrick says her party was taking nothing for granted.

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David Seymour

ACT reveals supermarkets policy, decries 'insane' break-up proposals

"The biggest barrier to a third, fourth, or fifth supermarket chain in New Zealand isn't Foodstuffs or Woolworths. It's the government," says David Seymour.

The changes come after Parliament wrapped up for the term, and range from how drivers pass cyclists to who must wear a lifejacket on the water.

Road rules, visas, life jackets - law changes taking effect in October

The changes come after Parliament wrapped up for the term, and range from how drivers pass cyclists to who must wear a lifejacket on the water.

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Construction to strengthen Rotorua Museum has now been completed. (Source: Rotorua Lakes Council)

'Very close': $2m boost brings Rotorua Museum reopening in sight

While the $73.35m restoration is complete, exhibitions still need to be developed, built and installed before visitors can return.

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Construction to strengthen Rotorua Museum has now been completed. (Source: Rotorua Lakes Council)

'Very close': $2m boost brings Rotorua Museum reopening in sight

While the $73.35m restoration is complete, exhibitions still need to be developed, built and installed before visitors can return.

6:00am

2:39

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The Beehive building

The two ways of calculating seats for the 1News Verian poll

There are now two approaches to the question of how Parliament might look given some of the uncertainty present in the current political environment.

2:29

The leaders of parties represented in Parliament as of January 20, 2026 (file image).

'Pretty cool isn't it' - Party reacts to best-ever 1News poll result

The Greens' Chlöe Swarbrick says her party was taking nothing for granted.

5:53

Construction to strengthen Rotorua Museum has now been completed. (Source: Rotorua Lakes Council)

'Very close': $2m boost brings Rotorua Museum reopening in sight

While the $73.35m restoration is complete, exhibitions still need to be developed, built and installed before visitors can return.

6:00am

2:39

David Seymour

ACT reveals supermarkets policy, decries 'insane' break-up proposals

"The biggest barrier to a third, fourth, or fifth supermarket chain in New Zealand isn't Foodstuffs or Woolworths. It's the government," says David Seymour.

The changes come after Parliament wrapped up for the term, and range from how drivers pass cyclists to who must wear a lifejacket on the water.

Road rules, visas, life jackets - law changes taking effect in October

The changes come after Parliament wrapped up for the term, and range from how drivers pass cyclists to who must wear a lifejacket on the water.

1:32

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Construction to strengthen Rotorua Museum has now been completed. (Source: Rotorua Lakes Council)

'Very close': $2m boost brings Rotorua Museum reopening in sight

While the $73.35m restoration is complete, exhibitions still need to be developed, built and installed before visitors can return.

6:00am

2:39

The Beehive building

The two ways of calculating seats for the 1News Verian poll

There are now two approaches to the question of how Parliament might look given some of the uncertainty present in the current political environment.

2:29

The leaders of parties represented in Parliament as of January 20, 2026 (file image).

'Pretty cool isn't it' - Party reacts to best-ever 1News poll result

The Greens' Chlöe Swarbrick says her party was taking nothing for granted.

5:53

David Seymour

ACT reveals supermarkets policy, decries 'insane' break-up proposals

"The biggest barrier to a third, fourth, or fifth supermarket chain in New Zealand isn't Foodstuffs or Woolworths. It's the government," says David Seymour.

The changes come after Parliament wrapped up for the term, and range from how drivers pass cyclists to who must wear a lifejacket on the water.

Road rules, visas, life jackets - law changes taking effect in October

The changes come after Parliament wrapped up for the term, and range from how drivers pass cyclists to who must wear a lifejacket on the water.

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Te Ao Māori

Ngā Manu Kōrero reigning champions return trophies for this year's competition.

Sixty young speechmakers set to take the stage at Ngā Manu Kōrero

Over the next two days, young speakers from secondary schools around the country are competing at the national speech competition held at Papa Hawaiki in Kaikohe.

Te Pāti Māori co-leaders Debbie Ngawera-Packer and Rawiri Waititi.

Te Pāti Māori pledges $3.1 billion plan for 'kai sovereignty' if elected

The party is promising tax credits, a Community Kai Fund and funding for Māori-owned supermarkets if elected.

Inaugural Poumatua Festival brings kapa haka, kōrero and Māori culture to the heart of Auckland.

'Excitement and pride': Poumatua Festival revisits gift of Tāmaki Makaurau

Thirty schools take to the Auckland Town Hall stage for a celebration of the city's origins and the art of kapa haka.

Three schools are taking part in the swim safety lessons.

Hundreds of children embracing te reo swim safety lessons

A swimming sports event on the Kapiti Coast has given a few hundred local kids the chance to flex their skills in the water - while speaking entirely in te reo.

Rereiao Kahi, top senior Māori speaker, and Kaea Paniora, best female senior English speaker and third-equal placed for Korimako, from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Hoani Waititi.

Ngā Manu Kōrero: Top rangatahi speechmakers crowned

Winners of the secondary school national speech competition were announced today.

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Ngā Manu Kōrero reigning champions return trophies for this year's competition.

Sixty young speechmakers set to take the stage at Ngā Manu Kōrero

Over the next two days, young speakers from secondary schools around the country are competing at the national speech competition held at Papa Hawaiki in Kaikohe.

Te Pāti Māori co-leaders Debbie Ngawera-Packer and Rawiri Waititi.

Te Pāti Māori pledges $3.1 billion plan for 'kai sovereignty' if elected

The party is promising tax credits, a Community Kai Fund and funding for Māori-owned supermarkets if elected.

Inaugural Poumatua Festival brings kapa haka, kōrero and Māori culture to the heart of Auckland.

'Excitement and pride': Poumatua Festival revisits gift of Tāmaki Makaurau

Thirty schools take to the Auckland Town Hall stage for a celebration of the city's origins and the art of kapa haka.

Three schools are taking part in the swim safety lessons.

Hundreds of children embracing te reo swim safety lessons

A swimming sports event on the Kapiti Coast has given a few hundred local kids the chance to flex their skills in the water - while speaking entirely in te reo.

Rereiao Kahi, top senior Māori speaker, and Kaea Paniora, best female senior English speaker and third-equal placed for Korimako, from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Hoani Waititi.

Ngā Manu Kōrero: Top rangatahi speechmakers crowned

Winners of the secondary school national speech competition were announced today.

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Ngā Manu Kōrero reigning champions return trophies for this year's competition.

Sixty young speechmakers set to take the stage at Ngā Manu Kōrero

Over the next two days, young speakers from secondary schools around the country are competing at the national speech competition held at Papa Hawaiki in Kaikohe.

Te Pāti Māori co-leaders Debbie Ngawera-Packer and Rawiri Waititi.

Te Pāti Māori pledges $3.1 billion plan for 'kai sovereignty' if elected

The party is promising tax credits, a Community Kai Fund and funding for Māori-owned supermarkets if elected.

Rereiao Kahi, top senior Māori speaker, and Kaea Paniora, best female senior English speaker and third-equal placed for Korimako, from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Hoani Waititi.

Ngā Manu Kōrero: Top rangatahi speechmakers crowned

Winners of the secondary school national speech competition were announced today.

Inaugural Poumatua Festival brings kapa haka, kōrero and Māori culture to the heart of Auckland.

'Excitement and pride': Poumatua Festival revisits gift of Tāmaki Makaurau

Thirty schools take to the Auckland Town Hall stage for a celebration of the city's origins and the art of kapa haka.

Three schools are taking part in the swim safety lessons.

Hundreds of children embracing te reo swim safety lessons

A swimming sports event on the Kapiti Coast has given a few hundred local kids the chance to flex their skills in the water - while speaking entirely in te reo.

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Rereiao Kahi, top senior Māori speaker, and Kaea Paniora, best female senior English speaker and third-equal placed for Korimako, from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Hoani Waititi.

Ngā Manu Kōrero: Top rangatahi speechmakers crowned

Winners of the secondary school national speech competition were announced today.

Ngā Manu Kōrero reigning champions return trophies for this year's competition.

Sixty young speechmakers set to take the stage at Ngā Manu Kōrero

Over the next two days, young speakers from secondary schools around the country are competing at the national speech competition held at Papa Hawaiki in Kaikohe.

Te Pāti Māori co-leaders Debbie Ngawera-Packer and Rawiri Waititi.

Te Pāti Māori pledges $3.1 billion plan for 'kai sovereignty' if elected

The party is promising tax credits, a Community Kai Fund and funding for Māori-owned supermarkets if elected.

Inaugural Poumatua Festival brings kapa haka, kōrero and Māori culture to the heart of Auckland.

'Excitement and pride': Poumatua Festival revisits gift of Tāmaki Makaurau

Thirty schools take to the Auckland Town Hall stage for a celebration of the city's origins and the art of kapa haka.

Three schools are taking part in the swim safety lessons.

Hundreds of children embracing te reo swim safety lessons

A swimming sports event on the Kapiti Coast has given a few hundred local kids the chance to flex their skills in the water - while speaking entirely in te reo.

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Entertainment

Taylor Swift accepts the MTV VMA Artist Director Honors award during the MTV Video Music Awards.

Taylor Swift becomes most-awarded artist in MTV VMAs history

The singer took home the top prize of the night for The Fate of Ophelia, which she dedicated to the late Dolly Parton.

Tame and Tova launches on Thursday October 1 on TVNZ+ or wherever you get your podcasts. (Composite image: Callum Lloyd)

'It's going to get scrappy': Tova O'Brien and Jack Tame predict a heated Election 2026

As two of Aotearoa's sharpest political journalists prepare to launch their Election 2026 vodcast, we subject the pair to a 1News Grill.

U2 perform an impromptu concert from a balcony in central Dublin, Ireland.

U2 return to their old school for surprise gig 50 years after forming

Macklemore performs on the Main Stage at the 42th Gurtenfestival edition in Bern, Switzerland, Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Macklemore announces concerts benefitting Palestinian aid organisations

The final 15,000 tickets to Australasia's largest festival were released today.

Scalpers ask quadruple face value for sold-out Electric Avenue passes

Taylor Swift accepts the MTV VMA Artist Director Honors award during the MTV Video Music Awards.

Taylor Swift becomes most-awarded artist in MTV VMAs history

The singer took home the top prize of the night for The Fate of Ophelia, which she dedicated to the late Dolly Parton.

Tame and Tova launches on Thursday October 1 on TVNZ+ or wherever you get your podcasts. (Composite image: Callum Lloyd)

'It's going to get scrappy': Tova O'Brien and Jack Tame predict a heated Election 2026

As two of Aotearoa's sharpest political journalists prepare to launch their Election 2026 vodcast, we subject the pair to a 1News Grill.

U2 perform an impromptu concert from a balcony in central Dublin, Ireland.

U2 return to their old school for surprise gig 50 years after forming

Macklemore performs on the Main Stage at the 42th Gurtenfestival edition in Bern, Switzerland, Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Macklemore announces concerts benefitting Palestinian aid organisations

The final 15,000 tickets to Australasia's largest festival were released today.

Scalpers ask quadruple face value for sold-out Electric Avenue passes

Director Andy Serkis operates a camera on set. Serkis is also returning as Gollum.

Middle-earth back in NZ: First look at the set of new LOTR film

Taylor Swift accepts the MTV VMA Artist Director Honors award during the MTV Video Music Awards.

Taylor Swift becomes most-awarded artist in MTV VMAs history

The singer took home the top prize of the night for The Fate of Ophelia, which she dedicated to the late Dolly Parton.

Tame and Tova launches on Thursday October 1 on TVNZ+ or wherever you get your podcasts. (Composite image: Callum Lloyd)

'It's going to get scrappy': Tova O'Brien and Jack Tame predict a heated Election 2026

As two of Aotearoa's sharpest political journalists prepare to launch their Election 2026 vodcast, we subject the pair to a 1News Grill.

U2 perform an impromptu concert from a balcony in central Dublin, Ireland.

U2 return to their old school for surprise gig 50 years after forming

Macklemore performs on the Main Stage at the 42th Gurtenfestival edition in Bern, Switzerland, Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Macklemore announces concerts benefitting Palestinian aid organisations

The final 15,000 tickets to Australasia's largest festival were released today.

Scalpers ask quadruple face value for sold-out Electric Avenue passes

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Environment

Four sailors rescued after yacht hits whale off Norfolk Island.

Four sailors rescued after Australian yacht strikes whale

"The yacht was taking on water and began sinking after reporting it had struck a whale," RCCNZ operations manager Mike Clulow said.

In this photo supplied by Greenpeace, an activist dressed as US President Donald Trump stands on the Tangaroa in Wellington.

Greenpeace activists occupy Govt research ship in deep sea mining protest

Activists occupied the Tangaroa in Wellington, with one dressed as US President Donald Trump and flying an American flag, while another held a banner reading "Don’t Mine the Moana".

Benedict Cumberbatch fronts a new documentary about the power of nature.

Benedict Cumberbatch backs NZ's push to put a price on nature

Exclusive: The Hollywood A-lister on the urgent need to restore nature, and how it chimes with a recent move by the NZ government.

Neighbours say the tree had its branches removed in an overnight act of vandalism recently.

Only a stump remains of twice vandalised tree in Ōhope

Locals say the Norfolk pine tree had its branches removed in an overnight act of vandalism.

Nearly 2000 kauri seedlings have been planted across five sites in Auckland's Waitakere Ranges.

Hope takes root: 2000 kauri seedlings planted in Waitākere Ranges

Thousands of young kauri are being planted in a long-term fight against a disease with no cure.

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Nearly 2000 kauri seedlings have been planted across five sites in Auckland's Waitakere Ranges.

Hope takes root: 2000 kauri seedlings planted in Waitākere Ranges

Thousands of young kauri are being planted in a long-term fight against a disease with no cure.

2:14

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Four sailors rescued after yacht hits whale off Norfolk Island.

Four sailors rescued after Australian yacht strikes whale

"The yacht was taking on water and began sinking after reporting it had struck a whale," RCCNZ operations manager Mike Clulow said.

In this photo supplied by Greenpeace, an activist dressed as US President Donald Trump stands on the Tangaroa in Wellington.

Greenpeace activists occupy Govt research ship in deep sea mining protest

Activists occupied the Tangaroa in Wellington, with one dressed as US President Donald Trump and flying an American flag, while another held a banner reading "Don’t Mine the Moana".

Nearly 2000 kauri seedlings have been planted across five sites in Auckland's Waitakere Ranges.

Hope takes root: 2000 kauri seedlings planted in Waitākere Ranges

Thousands of young kauri are being planted in a long-term fight against a disease with no cure.

2:14

Benedict Cumberbatch fronts a new documentary about the power of nature.

Benedict Cumberbatch backs NZ's push to put a price on nature

Exclusive: The Hollywood A-lister on the urgent need to restore nature, and how it chimes with a recent move by the NZ government.

Neighbours say the tree had its branches removed in an overnight act of vandalism recently.

Only a stump remains of twice vandalised tree in Ōhope

Locals say the Norfolk pine tree had its branches removed in an overnight act of vandalism.

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Nearly 2000 kauri seedlings have been planted across five sites in Auckland's Waitakere Ranges.

Hope takes root: 2000 kauri seedlings planted in Waitākere Ranges

Thousands of young kauri are being planted in a long-term fight against a disease with no cure.

2:14

Four sailors rescued after yacht hits whale off Norfolk Island.

Four sailors rescued after Australian yacht strikes whale

"The yacht was taking on water and began sinking after reporting it had struck a whale," RCCNZ operations manager Mike Clulow said.

In this photo supplied by Greenpeace, an activist dressed as US President Donald Trump stands on the Tangaroa in Wellington.

Greenpeace activists occupy Govt research ship in deep sea mining protest

Activists occupied the Tangaroa in Wellington, with one dressed as US President Donald Trump and flying an American flag, while another held a banner reading "Don’t Mine the Moana".

Benedict Cumberbatch fronts a new documentary about the power of nature.

Benedict Cumberbatch backs NZ's push to put a price on nature

Exclusive: The Hollywood A-lister on the urgent need to restore nature, and how it chimes with a recent move by the NZ government.

Neighbours say the tree had its branches removed in an overnight act of vandalism recently.

Only a stump remains of twice vandalised tree in Ōhope

Locals say the Norfolk pine tree had its branches removed in an overnight act of vandalism.

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