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Chief Human Rights Commissioner apologises to Muslim community
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith is standing by Chief Human Rights Commissioner Stephen Rainbow, despite calls for him to be sacked for remarks characterised as Islamophobic by some groups.

Dynamo thanks NHS for saving his career
The 42-year-old magician said NHS support with his health issues made him see 'the magic' in others.

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Govt investment sought for Eden Park upgrade plan - CEO
The chief executive of Eden Park, Nick Sautner, says he has approached the government to try to secure funds for the stadium's upgrade.

Black Caps beat Pakistan in second ODI
New Zealand has won the ODI series at Seddon Park, with victory in the second match of the series.

‘We’re not sorry’: Te Pati Maori refuse to apologise for Parliament haka
Te Pati Maori co-leader Rawiri Waititi said he would do a haka in Parliament again “in a heartbeat,” and dismissed the “silly little Privileges Committee and their silly little rules”.

A look back at the blockbuster film roles of Val Kilmer
The actor, known for his roles in some of the biggest movies of the 1980s and 90s, died of pneumonia.

Exclusive: Why every day should be World Backup Day
As World Backup Day concludes, cybersecurity expert Sean Deuby stresses the importance of daily data protection practices to stave off severe business disruptions.

Te Pati Maori to hold own hearing after boycotting Privileges Committee
Te Pati Maori says it will hold its own "alternative independent hearing".

Nineteen month wait to see a specialist: 'I was suffering severe pain all of the time'
The Nelson woman's bowel and ovaries were fused together with scar tissue from endometriosis.

Threats without consequences: Parliament's 'schoolyard stupidity'
Gerry Brownlee was a teacher when the cane ruled the classroom. As Parliament's Speaker, he is reluctant to use the punishments options available.

Heavy rain warnings: Spring Creek residents have 'nothing to be concerned about'
Marlborough District Council is expecting a reasonable amount of rain in the region over the next few days, but it is not likely to result in any major issues or evacuations for Spring Creek residents.

New tech to help doctors reduce risks from antibiotic resistance crisis
The project will prompt doctors to prescribe more safely, to reduce the looming risk of antimicrobial resistance, which one professor describes as: "A silent pandemic that is occurring globally."

Hay rights ship before Pakistan sink to seal series for Black Caps
The NZ wicketkeeper-batter was just short of a ton, but it still proved plenty as an 84-run win clinched the ODI series win in Hamilton.

Number of foreign students continues to rise, select committee told
Foreign students contributed more than $3 billion to the New Zealand economy last year, MPs at a select committee have been told.

Arrests made after ‘Aladdin’s cave’ of stolen goods discovered in Auckland
Four people have been arrested after over 80 stolen items, including 13 electric scooters, were discovered at two Auckland apartments.