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Thu, 20 Jan 2022 09:14:34 GMT
Sharemarket falls to 7-month low on outlook for higher global interest rates
Rising global inflation is pushing up expectations for interest rates and denting demand for shares.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:55:00 GMT
Netflix's Archive 81, Neon's Gemstones among great shows to stream this weekend
A new podcast-inspired horror series is set in the world of videotape restoration, while everybody's favourite evangelical family are back.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 07:45:25 GMT
Covid-19: 'Unprecedented' demand for masks as NZ prepares for Omicron
Several retailers told Stuff they are seeing a spike in demand for P2 masks, and the prices will shoot up as new stock is airfreighted in.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 07:30:33 GMT
Blessing held to honour homeless woman killed in Christchurch car park
About 30 people turned up to honour Barbara (Rose) Campbell, who was known to be volatile and abusive at times, but also a bubbly, cheeky soul who came from a significantly complex upbringing.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 07:10:35 GMT
Australian Open: Chaos in women's draw as major upsets see third and sixth seeds knocked out
Two shocking upsets have flipped the women's draw at the Australian Open on its head.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 07:06:57 GMT
Australian Open: Injury heartbreak for Kiwi Artem Sitak, Michael Venus and Erin Routliffe progress
Michael Venus and Erin Routliffe win through to mixed doubles second round but another Kiwi has been hit with an unlucky break.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 06:56:19 GMT
Covid-19: Everything we know about the suspected Omicron case in Palmerston North
Five negative tests in MIQ and a flurry of visits to trade businesses in Palmerston North has a city bracing for the worst.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 06:50:00 GMT
Spencer: Kristen Stewart a perfect Princess Diana in this spiky Royal satire
REVIEW: Anyone hoping that this might resemble an extended episode of The Crown is in for a shock.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 06:45:00 GMT
Cosby, Sinead O'Connor, Princess Di and sea monkey docos to feature at Sundance
As the beloved film festival goes virtual for the second year in a row, Stuff to Watch has picked out the 12 titles we're most excited about.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 06:38:32 GMT
Major events in jeopardy - a move to red would be 'devastating' for industry
A Christchurch promoter poised to hold four major events is '’shocked'’ by a potential move to red in the traffic light system.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 06:18:42 GMT
Fresh water is main concern in Tonga, local journalist says
While Tongans clean up thick ash covering the island, safe drinking water is the major concern while tanks are contaminated.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 06:00:00 GMT
Port infrastructure and roading improvements
The arrival of newborn blue penguin chicks initially delayed some of the infrastructure upgrade work now under way in the Marine Pde area of Timaru's port over Christmas.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:57:58 GMT
Covid-19: Kaikōura cafe owner who showed fake QR code linking to anti-mandate page prosecuted by WorkSafe
The QR code on the cafe's window looked like a Ministry of Health sign-in poster, but when scanned it displayed anti-mandate messaging.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:39:54 GMT
Auckland traffic live: Delays ease across motorway networks
Auckland commuters will be finding commute times much quicker, as evening peak traffic begins to die down.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:35:22 GMT
Tongan Aquaman: Miracle man who survived 28-hour swim after tsunami tells story
The small island of Atata was devastated by the tsunami, and one man was swept off it by a huge wave. He walked out of the sea 28 hours later.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:25:37 GMT
Supermarkets ask customers not to panic buy in preparation for an Omicron outbreak
Supermarkets are asking customers to shop normally, as gaps on the shelves and queues can be caused by buying more than is needed.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:22:08 GMT
Covid-19: Whole country will move to red in event of Omicron community outbreak
All of New Zealand will move up the traffic light system if there is a community outbreak of the more contagious Covid-19 variant, the prime minister says.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:21:46 GMT
New Zealand makes its first aid delivery to Tonga after Hercules lands with supplies
Defence Force ship HMNZS Wellington was due to arrive on Thursday evening, followed by the 24,000-tonne HMNZS Aotearoa the next day.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:14:28 GMT
Homes.co.nz criticised for allowing estate agents to influence price estimates
One listing increased $200,000 in estimated price days before going on sale after an agent's appraisal, but buyers aren't told when this occurs.

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:13:34 GMT
Covid-19: What life will look like under red traffic light setting after Omicron gets in
All of NZ would move to the red setting instead of going into lockdown in the event of an Omicron community outbreak, the Government says.



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