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New Zealand
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How do you know when Ramadan begins? A night with the NZ moon sighters
12:28 pm todayAs the month of fasting approaches, many Muslims continue to uphold the centuries-old practice of moon sighting - a ritual that carries deep spiritual meaning.
No guarantee Moa Point will be fixed soon - water chair
Parking fines more than double in Hamilton after changes
Pacific
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Vanuatu not bowing to US pressure - climate envoy
Ralph Regenvanu says "we very much hope" the United States "will engage in this normal multilateral process".
Fiji's former prime minister Frank Bainimarama charged with inciting mutiny
Umaga shakes up Moana Pasifika with seven debuants set for Hurricanes showdown
Sport
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'Brought strength to all of us': Black Foils draw inspiration from injured teammate
27 minutes agoGrinder Louis Sinclair is out of hospital, after suffering compound fractures to both legs in a high-speed crash during New Zealand SailGP.
Fast and fur-ious: Dog makes unexpected Olympic debut during cross-country ski finish
All World Cup matches sold out, says FIFA
Politics
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Bishop and McAnulty the standouts in Parliament's opening speeches
Parliament's year begins with a very long debate. The House reviews the event and samples a few of the best speakers.
Minister mulls changes after deadly dog attack as SPCA calls for law reform
Ironic that government has 'run out of time' to pursue longer Parliamentary term - law expert
World
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Why do nose and ear hairs get longer and thicker?
6:35 am todayMore hair where we don't want is under-researched, according to two academics.
UN nuclear watchdog chief warns Iran-US talks 'don't have much time'
Winter Olympics 2026: Channel Nine reporter Danika Mason apologises after viral Today show cross
Comment & Analysis
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Why racing enjoys special treatment under NZ gambling laws
8:32 am todayAnalysis: Despite the harm it is known to cause to a significant number of New Zealanders, the gambling industry as a whole is commonly defended for its contribution back to the community.
Wired for power: The geopolitics of subsea cables in the South China Sea
NZ is slowly slipping on the global corruption index. Is is time for an anti-corruption agency?
Local Democracy Reporting
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Budget blowout for new Rangiora road
12:26 pm todayThe cost of a long-awaited North Canterbury road has almost doubled, meaning ratepayers face footing a bigger bill.
What is Local Democracy Reporting?
'Full circle': No housing for Parau Farms as city reverts to sports field plan
In Depth
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Youth motocross in focus as Coroner orders joint inquest
16 Feb 2026The deaths of four young riders over two years will be examined together, with the inquest expected to place the safety of the sport under scrutiny.
A CEO ousted, a board divided: What went wrong at New Zealand Cricket?
Deadly storms expose growing gap between disaster recovery and climate preparation
Te Ao Māori
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'Impossible deadline': Union questions shorter consultation for Māori curriculum
4:59 am todayBut the Ministry of Education says there is enough time for schools and kura to provide feedback.
'Hurt, disappointment and anger': Iwi speaks out on Moa Point sewage spill
Former St George's Preparatory School students step back in time ahead of its demolition
Business
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Fonterra shareholders approve sale payout
More than 98 percent of the co-op's shareholders voted in favour.
Warning for other investors after $11,000 in crypto lost
SkyCity doubles half-year profit to $12.1m, has high hopes for convention centre
Country
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Prices continue to rise at global dairy trade auction
The average price rose 3.6 percent - the fourth consecutive increase of the year.
How to avoid moisture-loving parasites in livestock, following storms
Contractors want the government to hurry up with new road rules for agricultural machinery
Environment
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Bird flu ravaging Antarctic wildlife, scientist warns
18 Feb 2026The disease is capable of killing 100 percent of the birds in short periods of time, says a leading Chilean researcher.
Our Changing World: Science for future fashion
'Every tonne matters': The climate scientist who wants to give you hope
Media & Technology
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A new wave of romance scams is washing across the internet - here’s how to stay safe
12 Feb 2026Beware AI-assisted scams going after your heart and then your wallet.
AI actress Tilly Norwood could soon be doing interviews
Why do we all wish it was 2016?
Identity
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How did we become known as 'Kiwis'?
16 Oct 2024How did residents of Aotearoa New Zealand come to be called by the name of a flightless brown bird? Audio
Turning Palmerston North into the 'capital of drag' in Aotearoa
X-plainer: Who are Generation X?
IndoNZ
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Judge deciding whether to overturn Papatoetoe election ruling
17 Feb 2026In reserving her decision after hearing submissions from both sides, High Court Justice Jane Anderson describes it as a "tricky, conceptual, intellectual exercise".
Migrant worker protection key in free trade with India - Labour
Our trade deal with India, explained