Lockie Ferguson has 149 wickets from 41 first-class matches, and is pushing hard for test inclusion.

What now for Wagner? video

5:40 PM  Lockie Ferguson can't be overlooked at test level, and a pace frontliner has to make way.

The $3.5 billion 'hole'

Transport Minister Phil Twyford has shifted investment away from large state highway investment.

Ten new major roads are on hold, meaning the Govt has an extra $3.5 billion. Will this see a slowdown in economic growth?

$10 an hour to $40k

Da-som Lee was being paid $10 an hour and insulted in front of customers.

Protesters banned from Parliament

Young protesters, including three youth MPs are banned from Parliament for a year.

Cop chase a joke to scooter man

Hoon on a scooter says he thought the cop car trying to stop him was an icecream truck.

Death after Tuakau crash

6:10 PM  A person is dead after crash between a car and a logging truck, south of Auckland.

national

Drunk on cough medicine

Shane Sergeant parked on a Rangitīkei St section in 2018.

Caught twice in one hour, the driver of a house bus continued to drive even after police took his keys.

Abuse shocks mayoral hopeful

His daughter copped abuse for his views, but Craig Baylis is now more determined than ever to win the South Taranaki mayoralty.

Karamea's historic rātā trees were cut down to make way for a $400,000 upgrade to the town's stopbank.

Trees removed for stopbank work

Karamea residents are aghast at the removal of four rātā trees that had been part of the town's landscape for generations.

climate change

Canty rivers pose biggest threat

Cantabrians' lives and homes are the most exposed to river flooding of anywhere in the country, according to a Niwa ...

River flooding could do more damage to people and assets in Canterbury than elsewhere in the country, a Niwa report says.

Skincare brand cuts carbon

Snowberry cut the number of ingredients in its skincare products, and reduced its carbon footprint.

This degraded microplastic was found buried beneath seaweed in the UK.

Plastic could spread disease

Plastic in drinking water has been called a 'complete failure' to manage pollution.

business

Sky shares touch record low

Sky has made a large write-down.

CEO calls for investors to support growth strategy but sell-off follows.

Wellington's 'Sky Stadium'

Westpac Stadium to become Sky Stadium as Sky TV takes naming rights to sporting venue.

A cruise ship at Port Otago earlier this season.

Port workers may ban overtime

Workers at Port Otago have voted for an overtime ban if talks with management about pay and safety issues are not successful.

travel

Qantas to test 19-hour flights video

Qantas' will operate the the health 'research flights' with new 787-9 Dreamliners on the way to Australia out of ...

Passengers and pilots will be fitted with devices to measure health effects of 19 hours on an aircraft.

Comedian's rant at foot flyer video

Passenger is shamed for using entertainment screen as footrest on US flight.

Airlines will need to reduce airfares to help counteract lower demand for flights, King says.

Flights are going to be cheaper video

Expect discounted domestic and international fares for next 12-18 months, aviation expert says.

Being a new parent isn't always easy – and sometimes it can spark serious depression.

Post-natal depression 101

Queen Victoria probably had it. Men can get it. And there's help available to manage it.

Is everybody happy?

Happiness is . . . a friend and a fishing rod. Sometimes it's that simple.

Governments are increasingly interested in our happiness and what they can do to help it. But NZ statistics show they needn't worry too much.

The big fat keto diet debate

Keto deficient? Lots of carbs mean we don't spend enough time in the fat-burning zone.

If a low-carb diet could reverse type 2 diabetes, you would think experts would recommend it.

'Justice hasn't been done'

A badly injured man lies on a stretcher outside a hospital in the Rwandan capital of Kigali, on May 25, 1994.

For nearly 20 years, a Kiwi lawyer has fought for justice for the victims of an alleged war criminal.

A housing 'state of emergency' video

Ricky Houghton is chief executive of He Korowai Trust, a social service provider in Kaitaia. He's calling on the ...

The waiting list for state housing up north has tripled. So they're trucking in old homes from Auckland.

world

Rescued migrants, refuses medal video

The German captain, Pia Klemp, of rescue ships that saved hundreds of migrants' lives in the Mediterranean in July is ...

6:54 PM  Klemp helmed ships that saved hundreds of migrants' lives in the Mediterranean in July.

Trump's history 'trolling' Nordics

OPINION: Someone could easily make a comedy about Donald Trump's strange relationship with the Nordic countries.

An Australian couple were sentenced for putting their daughter on a vegan diet so severe, it left her malnourished.

Endangered by extreme vegan diet

An Australian couple were sentenced for putting their daughter on a vegan diet so severe, it left her malnourished.

property

Auckland Airport profit $274m

Auckland International Airport chief executive Adrian Littlewood says passenger growth has slowed.

The airport's underlying profit after tax has risen 4.4pc.

Where's the best place to buy a house? video

OPINION: Here are the best spots for capital gains.

Charity Thompson rented a house on Alfriston Rd, in Manurewa, Auckland, that was managed by City Space Realty, for which ...

Tenant's refund for unfit house video

She had sought $35,000 after spending six months in 'dangerous' house.

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The Block NZ's next home? video

This is 106 Huia Road, Point Chevalier, valued at  $1.4 million.

The producers of The Block NZ have paid $3.55m for two large properties in Huia Road, Point Chevalier.

At my place: Stacy and Adam video

The creative couple from The Block brings their own quirky style to their Wellington home.

Pot plants are all the rage, but they could be a hiding place for mould in your home.

Got mould? Lose the pot plants video

It's considered a biohazard in some countries, but opening a window and cutting back on pot plants can help control mould.

life & style

Tiki Taane's epic proposal

'I wish everyone could find their Tiki,' says his happy fiancee.

After a six-year love story, the singer pops the question while filming the video for a song he wrote about his "queen".

Community fed up with fast food

Fast food outlets lining streets and "pervasive" junk food ads impact what young people are eating, study shows.

The Queen is often seen touching up her lipstick - Clarins and Elizabeth Arden are said to be her favourites.

What the Queen carries in her bag video

It seems Her Majesty likes to keep her lippy and mints handy - as well as a few good luck charms.

well & good

My mum smacked my daughter

Parents and grandparents need to discuss ways and be on the same page when it comes to disciplining children when they ...

ADVICE: I don't want to spoil things, but my husband thinks I need to say something.

Karl Burnett a 'hero', says John Kirwan video

The All Black turned mental health campaigner has praised the actor for his "incredible courage" to walk away.

Axeman Finn Sloan was encouraged into woodchopping after a rugby injury three years ago.

Finn has cutting edge

After a rugby injury forced him out of action, Finn's grandad suggested he pick up an axe. He hasn't put it down since.

food & wine

Spiced parsnip cake

Who would have thought a cake made from parsnip could look and taste so good.

The traditional carrot cake with a non-traditional twist.

Lemon and crème fraiche loaf

The sweetest choice for this lemon loaf is the meyer lemons.

Mushroom stroganoff

Caramelised onion tart

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Buying into avocados video

Investor Noelene Quedey inspects avocados on a MyFarm property.

Good returns on horticulture can be found, but you need to be patient.

A2 CEO eyes $4.1m payday video

A2 Milk's profit has jumped 47 per cent, and the new boss is being rewarded, but investors are unhappy.

Let's mock Fonterra's 'velocity leadership'

One mum, four lambs video

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TV 'wife' shares love for Karl Burnett video

Karl Burnett's friends and collaborators have showed their support for him on social media.

Shortland Street's Rachel McKenna and Treasure Island co-host Matt Chisholm show support for Karl Burnett.

Paul Henry 'in talks' to return to TV

The controversial broadcaster could soon be back on our screens.

Jess Sayer as Kara Hurring in Runaway Millionaires.

True story of NZ's runaway millionaires video

How did Leo Gao and Kara Hurring flee the country with $10 million after it was accidentally deposited into their bank account?

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Who is Sebastian Maniscalco?

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It's a challenge, he said of the upcoming gig while on Wednesday's CBS This Morning.

Bob Saget's bday message to John Stamos

''Love you, uh, duh...,'' the 63-year-old comedian quips.

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Britney Spears reveals trust issues

They don't have what you have (which is the best heart in the world), he raved to her on Instagram.

parenting

Seasame Street helps you earn more

Sesame Street characters, clockwise from bottom left, Grover, Ernie, Bert, Cookie Monster, Elmo and Oscar the Grouch.

Kids who watched Sesame Street did better at school, got better jobs and earned more money.

Post-natal depression 101

Queen Victoria probably had it. Men can get it. And there's help available to manage it.

Measles surge: 'This should not be happening'

Model's candid 'baby roll' photo video

oddstuff

Air mattress cinema blows away video

Robb Manes was hanging out in a swimming pool when the wind kicked up and he saw a strange sight blowing across the horizon.

Movie night under the stars ends up gone with the wind as mattresses migrate.

$17 million of sex pills

Californian John Lee made 5.5 million pills, they contained 14 times the active ingredient of a Cialis tablet.

Woman's subway selfie shoot video

Useless uses for rubbish bags

technology

The Levels of autonomous driving video

We've come a very long way in a short time. But truly autonomous cars are not here yet.

Where are we with self-driving cars and where are we going? It's all about Levels.

Don't open the PDF, warns MBIE

Malicious software is downloaded via PDF file sent with email that looks like it comes from MBIE.

Facebook's new tool will probably shine a perhaps uncomfortable light on the sheer volume of data it amasses.

Users can limit Facebook stalking

Facebook's new tool will likely shine an uncomfortable light on the sheer volume of data it amasses on users.

motoring

Trump's false claims on fuel economy rules video

President Donald Trump says cars will run smoother without stricter fuel economy regulations.

President Trump is misrepresenting the facts about his proposal to freeze Obama-era fuel economy requirements.

World's loudest Rolls Cullinan SUV video

Orange is the new colour blast for the world's most ostentatious SUV.

We've come a very long way in a short time. But truly autonomous cars are not here yet.

The Levels of autonomous driving video

Where are we with self-driving cars and where are we going? It's all about Levels.

stuff nation

'What did you eat last night?' stuff nation

Our decile one kids are as good as any, with the same potential and abilities. They just don't start on the same start-line.

OPINION: For one boy's family, 'red soup' - the water that cheerios had been cooked in - was the main meal.

In my own home at 22 stuff nation

OPINION: We scraped together a small deposit to get into our own home. Here's what we learned in the process.

I can’t call what we had a relationship - it wasn't. A relationship between two people is an equal partnership.

I proved you wrong stuff nation

OPINION: You made me believe I was nothing, and I couldn't do any better. I was your victim

sport

Rieko Ioane named in 11 jersey

Rieko Ioane was dropped for the All Blacks second Bledisloe Cup test against the Wallabies.

16 min ago  Forced to sit in the stands last week, dropped All Black gets his chance to impress.

Does Warner still have the hunger?

With Steve Smith out, he needs to stand up but is the desire still there?

The 2021 Women's Cricket World Cup has prompted a new push for lights and other changes to strict resource consent ...

Hadlee backs Hagley lights video

6:56 PM  NZ cricket great says fast-tracking Hagley Oval lights is a must to ensure top test status.

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OPINION: The situation at Ihumātao and the Ōtuataua Stonefields reserve is like déjà vu all over again, writes Bill Ralston.

Mercury Plaza's cultural significance

The iconic Mercury Plaza sign.

A rare exhibition by 14 Chinese artists cements the importance of the soon-to-be-demolished Auckland icon.

now to love

Tiki Taane's epic proposal

'I wish everyone could find their Tiki,' says his happy fiancee.

After a six-year love story, the singer pops the question while filming the video for a song he wrote about his "queen".

What the Queen carries in her bag video

The Queen is often seen touching up her lipstick - Clarins and Elizabeth Arden are said to be her favourites.

It seems Her Majesty likes to keep her lippy and mints handy - as well as a few good luck charms.

homes to love

How to turn fabric into art

Fabric

Can’t find the right artwork for your home? Choose a stunning textile instead.

Homes that prove big isn't always better gallery

Smaller houses can offer several advantages over apartment living.

These sweet one-bedroom homes for sale across New Zealand are the perfect mix of style and size.

food to love

Easy guide to composting

Composting is a great way to avoid waste.

Compost is the best possible food for your plants and a practical way to manage kitchen waste.

The champs of the cheese toastie

Smith and McKenzie head chef Ben Ensor shows off his High & Rye Brisket Cheese Toastie which is being entered in this ...

Is your toastie game no gouda? A chef points out where you're probably going wrong.

beautyheaven

Mascara wands explained

From winged to pointed, we explore the different types of mascara brush shapes to help find the perfect match.

From winged to pointed, we explore the different types of mascara brush shapes to help find the perfect match.

Make concealer look natural

Micro-concealing is being made popular thanks to Kim Kardashian's makeup artist, Mario Dedivanovic.

Micro-concealing is making waves in the beauty world for its ability to give makeup a flawlessly blurred effect while using next to no product.

metro

I've given up on dating men

"Something bad happened": Charlotte's contingency plan in Sex and the City is expertly deployed in this bad date emergency.

"Dating is like a s....y part-time job where you're always hoping to find a bag of money on the ground and get to quit."

Being Asian, but bad at chopsticks video

Jean Teng wielding a pair of chopsticks.

Jean Teng has never known how to use chopsticks, despite growing up in an Asian family.

newsroom.co.nz

Ferns need bold, brave change

Football Fern Sarah Gregorius, centre, with Ali Riley and Abby Erceg, says the team are at a "crossroads".

New Zealand's women need to move on from simply being "competitive" to make a serious impression on the world football stage.

Kiwi eyes 'fittest woman on Earth' title

In her fourth appearance at the CrossFit Games, Jamie Greene finally made the podium, winning bronze.

Jamie Greene has established herself as one of the fittest women on the globe in the fast-growing, gruelling sport of CrossFit.

$13t for live streaming action

What should our future superannuation provider be doing about social media live streaming?

Trillions raised to put pressure on social media giants after the Christchurch terror attacks.

tarana

Migrants losing home languages

Marlborough Girls' College Year 12 student Annu Jat moved to New Zealand from Rajasthan, India, at the end of 2016.

Young new Kiwis often lose their first language while learning English, but it's a "core part of identity" for migrant teenagers.

Bachchan launches 'healthy India' campaign

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan launches the 'Banega Swasth India' campaign.

A vision of clean India will be incomplete till we become healthy, says Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan.

Letting slum kids play

Nelson teacher Linda Rogers is calling for donations of toys to help schools in Mumbai run a pioneering "creative play" ...

India's children are missing out on the right to play, a Nelson teacher says, so she's doing something about it.

Mango lassi cake

Tastes of India combine in this beautiful cake bursting with mango, lemon and cardamom.

Tastes of India combine in this beautiful cake bursting with mango, lemon and cardamom.

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