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“It’s about having a great time before Christmas ... [Golf] is a great stress reliever,” says Jeremy Manning, spoken like a true six-handicapper.
The annual golf comp that’s not really about the golf
“It’s about having a great time before Christmas ... [Golf] is a great stress reliever,” says Jeremy Manning, spoken like a true six-handicapper.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:16 AM
“It’s about having a great time before Christmas ... [Golf] is a great stress reliever,” says Jeremy Manning, spoken like a true six-handicapper.
A Holocaust survivor, a young Frenchman exploring the world and a rabbi are among the victims of the Bondi attack.
What we know about the victims of Bondi terror attack so far
A Holocaust survivor, a young Frenchman exploring the world and a rabbi are among the victims of the Bondi attack.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:16 AM
A Holocaust survivor, a young Frenchman exploring the world and a rabbi are among the victims of the Bondi attack.
ANALYSIS: During as raw and intense a meeting that there has been under Ben Stokes’ captaincy, the players were told to show “a bit of dog” as they fight to stave off Ashes defeat.
Crunch time in Adelaide for England cricketers who have been given plenty of leeway
ANALYSIS: During as raw and intense a meeting that there has been under Ben Stokes’ captaincy, the players were told to show “a bit of dog” as they fight to stave off Ashes defeat.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:12 AM
ANALYSIS: During as raw and intense a meeting that there has been under Ben Stokes’ captaincy, the players were told to show “a bit of dog” as they fight to stave off Ashes defeat.
The acclaimed fusion chef, who has cooked for Queen Elizabeth II and Barack Obama, will demonstrate some surprising flavour combinations with the region’s best produce.
Peter Gordon returns to Marlborough Wine and Food Festival
The acclaimed fusion chef, who has cooked for Queen Elizabeth II and Barack Obama, will demonstrate some surprising flavour combinations with the region’s best produce.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:03 AM
The acclaimed fusion chef, who has cooked for Queen Elizabeth II and Barack Obama, will demonstrate some surprising flavour combinations with the region’s best produce.
Chantal McDonald’s children were the centre of her life, her parents say. A known stalker took her from them, stabbing her 55 times outside her home.
'Deeply devoted': Grief-stricken parents of murdered Christchurch mother pay tribute
Chantal McDonald’s children were the centre of her life, her parents say. A known stalker took her from them, stabbing her 55 times outside her home.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Chantal McDonald’s children were the centre of her life, her parents say. A known stalker took her from them, stabbing her 55 times outside her home.
A stunning three shots on the final end sealed victory in the Bowls South Canterbury final.
West End underdogs snatch centre triples title
A stunning three shots on the final end sealed victory in the Bowls South Canterbury final.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:13 PM
A stunning three shots on the final end sealed victory in the Bowls South Canterbury final.
A family-run business is making sure pets get where they're going safely - transporting more than 100 animals at a time on a bus from Auckland to Invercargill.
Paws on board: Inside the Pet Bus as it travels the country
A family-run business is making sure pets get where they're going safely - transporting more than 100 animals at a time on a bus from Auckland to Invercargill.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:00 PM
A family-run business is making sure pets get where they're going safely - transporting more than 100 animals at a time on a bus from Auckland to Invercargill.
A veteran Lotto player from Nelson, who has been buying tickets for a quarter of a century, is still struggling to come to terms with his big win.
$16m Nelson Powerball winner ‘lost for words’ over big win
A veteran Lotto player from Nelson, who has been buying tickets for a quarter of a century, is still struggling to come to terms with his big win.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:00 PM
A veteran Lotto player from Nelson, who has been buying tickets for a quarter of a century, is still struggling to come to terms with his big win.
A man has pleaded guilty to killing 21-year-old Jock Davies during a hunting trip on Stewart Island, saying he thought he was shooting an animal.
Hunter kills 21-year-old he mistook for an animal
A man has pleaded guilty to killing 21-year-old Jock Davies during a hunting trip on Stewart Island, saying he thought he was shooting an animal.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:00 PM
A man has pleaded guilty to killing 21-year-old Jock Davies during a hunting trip on Stewart Island, saying he thought he was shooting an animal.
At the back of an acclaimed Christchurch restaurant, you’ll find a tiny new bar where having a drink doesn’t cost the earth.
Merivale garage transformed from drab to fab in wine bar transformation
At the back of an acclaimed Christchurch restaurant, you’ll find a tiny new bar where having a drink doesn’t cost the earth.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:46 PM
At the back of an acclaimed Christchurch restaurant, you’ll find a tiny new bar where having a drink doesn’t cost the earth.
The new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport will be fully operational by July.
Ministry mega-merger for environment, housing and transport confirmed
The new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport will be fully operational by July.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:28 PM
The new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport will be fully operational by July.
Key positions are yet to be filled at Invercargill City Council as processes are worked through behind the scenes.
Mana whenua reps yet to be appointed at southern council
Key positions are yet to be filled at Invercargill City Council as processes are worked through behind the scenes.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Key positions are yet to be filled at Invercargill City Council as processes are worked through behind the scenes.
The regulator is investigating the well-known hedge fund manager’s investment vehicle after the High Court appointed a liquidator.
FMA probes Bernard Whimp’s Chance Voight
The regulator is investigating the well-known hedge fund manager’s investment vehicle after the High Court appointed a liquidator.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:43 PM
The regulator is investigating the well-known hedge fund manager’s investment vehicle after the High Court appointed a liquidator.
Thunderstorms, heavy rain and large hail are forecast for South Canterbury on Tuesday.
Large hail and thunderstorms forecast
Thunderstorms, heavy rain and large hail are forecast for South Canterbury on Tuesday.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Thunderstorms, heavy rain and large hail are forecast for South Canterbury on Tuesday.
With heavy rain, thunderstorms and hail on the forecast for the Aoraki Mt Cook area, two climbers remain missing on New Zealand’s highest mountain.
Severe weather forecast as climbers remain missing
With heavy rain, thunderstorms and hail on the forecast for the Aoraki Mt Cook area, two climbers remain missing on New Zealand’s highest mountain.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:36 PM
With heavy rain, thunderstorms and hail on the forecast for the Aoraki Mt Cook area, two climbers remain missing on New Zealand’s highest mountain.
Multiple crews were needed to put out the blaze on Monday evening.
Merivale house ‘well ablaze’ in evening fire
Multiple crews were needed to put out the blaze on Monday evening.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Multiple crews were needed to put out the blaze on Monday evening.
IRD's liquidation activity has stepped up by about 30% in the last year.
‘Last rites for zombie companies’: Inland Revenue liquidates nearly 900 companies in one year
IRD's liquidation activity has stepped up by about 30% in the last year.
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December 15, 2025 at 6:17 PM
IRD's liquidation activity has stepped up by about 30% in the last year.
A woman who says she is operating her coffee shop for “3000 private members” is being prosecuted.
Council says coffee shop sells food illegally. The owner says it’s a private club
A woman who says she is operating her coffee shop for “3000 private members” is being prosecuted.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
A woman who says she is operating her coffee shop for “3000 private members” is being prosecuted.
It is now nine months since ratepayers put in more money to finish the project, but the group behind it is promising an announcement soon.
Still no opening date for Ōtakaro Orchard
It is now nine months since ratepayers put in more money to finish the project, but the group behind it is promising an announcement soon.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
It is now nine months since ratepayers put in more money to finish the project, but the group behind it is promising an announcement soon.
Armed police are stationed outside Jewish sites as the community reels with the Bondi Beach massacre. Christopher Luxon last night flew to meet with members of the Jewish community.
‘We are family’: Bondi attack felt across the Tasman as NZ Jewish community shaken
Armed police are stationed outside Jewish sites as the community reels with the Bondi Beach massacre. Christopher Luxon last night flew to meet with members of the Jewish community.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Armed police are stationed outside Jewish sites as the community reels with the Bondi Beach massacre. Christopher Luxon last night flew to meet with members of the Jewish community.
Demand for budgeting services is “greater now than it has ever been”, but a lack of Government funding may mean people won’t be able to get the help they need.
Christchurch budgeting service forced to shut doors after almost 60 years
Demand for budgeting services is “greater now than it has ever been”, but a lack of Government funding may mean people won’t be able to get the help they need.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Demand for budgeting services is “greater now than it has ever been”, but a lack of Government funding may mean people won’t be able to get the help they need.
OPINION: “The environment feels more open and constructive. People are engaging respectfully.”
Monumental year of decision-making ahead for councillors
OPINION: “The environment feels more open and constructive. People are engaging respectfully.”
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December 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
OPINION: “The environment feels more open and constructive. People are engaging respectfully.”
Once jailed for hiding methamphetamine in his undies, Marcus Forde will be sentenced again after a failed drug deal and a fruitful police search.
Meth-in-undies dealer back in court after prison finds drugs sewn into underpants
Once jailed for hiding methamphetamine in his undies, Marcus Forde will be sentenced again after a failed drug deal and a fruitful police search.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Once jailed for hiding methamphetamine in his undies, Marcus Forde will be sentenced again after a failed drug deal and a fruitful police search.
As local councils are being asked to stop increasing rates on residents, the Christchurch City Council may call on the Crown to pay their bills in full.
Should the government pay full rates? Councillor wants to ask
As local councils are being asked to stop increasing rates on residents, the Christchurch City Council may call on the Crown to pay their bills in full.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
As local councils are being asked to stop increasing rates on residents, the Christchurch City Council may call on the Crown to pay their bills in full.
In a closed-door training session police detectives addressed that the rise of rough sex and choking is making sexual assault complaints significantly harder to prosecute.
‘I like a bit of choking - but that went too far’: police warn rough sex culture is reaching 12-year-olds
In a closed-door training session police detectives addressed that the rise of rough sex and choking is making sexual assault complaints significantly harder to prosecute.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:08 PM
In a closed-door training session police detectives addressed that the rise of rough sex and choking is making sexual assault complaints significantly harder to prosecute.