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Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:55:56 GMT
Live: Reports of deaths from Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Russian forces have attacked Ukraine from three sides, but Ukraine army is "inflicting significant losses to the enemy", presidential adviser says. Meanwhile, NZ will implement a number of measures in response to Russia’s invasion.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:03:33 GMT
Tom Vodanovich, Rob Loe lead NZ Tall Blacks past India in World Cup qualifier
Pero Cameron's more experienced players led the charge as the New Zealanders opened the latest stage in Fiba play in style.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:18:15 GMT
Stuff brands win big at magazine awards
Ensemble is named New Zealand’s Best Digital Brand, and Jane Ussher from NZ House & Garden wins Best Photographer at the 2021 Webstar Magazine Media Awards.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 08:15:00 GMT
Forever Young: Neon lets you remember when all the Mel-o-drama was onscreen
REVIEW: Thirty years old this year, this Captain America-esque sweet sci-fi has aged terribly - just like the reputation of its leading man.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:45:00 GMT
We Are Lady Parts: One of 2021's best comedies makes free-to-air debut on Prime
REVIEW: This six-part series is a riotous laugh-fest, filled with memorable moments, crazy flights of fantasy and meditations on modern life's perils.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:35:00 GMT
'Phase 3 not enough': Restaurant Strawberry Fare survived quakes and lockdowns, but could close if support package isn't reviewed, owner says
Liz Barry has withstood earthquakes and endured lockdowns, but at the final Covid hurdle she fears her 35-year-old Christchurch restaurant could fold within three months.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:32:50 GMT
Occupation day 17: Police warn anyone planning to join Parliament occupation at weekend to think again
The deteriorating sanitary conditions and the confirmation of Covid-19 at the site meant it was no longer a safe environment for families and children, the police said.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:21:33 GMT
Wellington City Council investigates urgent support for struggling businesses
Councillor Fleur Fitzsimons ​put forward sweeping support measures from the council, including a new emergency recovery fund and loans to businesses.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:11:23 GMT
Increase in Wellington's bus, train fares on cards, out of step with rest of country
Fares are set to increase across the board, despite a countrywide push for cheaper public transport to reduce transport emissions.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:09:58 GMT
Ukrainian Kiwis distraught as home country invaded: 'It is hard not to yell and cry'
Ukrainian Kiwis are distraught and worried for their families after Russia launched an attack on their homeland.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT
The new rules for travel to Australia: What Kiwis can expect
What to expect when travelling to each state and territory, from self-isolation to positive Covid-19 test results.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:59:33 GMT
Covid-19: Phase 3 marks the day Government decided to really live with Covid
ANALYSIS: The contact tracing system that has underpinned New Zealand's Covid response is now effectively being dismantled. MIQ will likely be next cab off the rank.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:54:32 GMT
Handful of projects benefit from late changes to Christchurch's proposed council budget
Councillors proposed giving a $3 million grant to Edgeware Pool, putting nearly $2m towards fixing a polluted stream, and using $400,000 from a fund to help build a community centre in Parklands.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:52:45 GMT
Ford Trophy: Another George Worker century helps Auckland Aces to last over win in final dress rehearsal
Four wickets from a son of a gun and another George Worker century means the Aces are trumps heading into final against the Stags.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:40:22 GMT
Government calls on Russia to 'permanently withdraw' military from Ukraine, as Putin declares war
The Government has called on Russia to “immediately and permanently withdraw” its military from Ukraine, as Russian President Vladimir Putin launches a full-scale invasion and brings war to Eastern Europe.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:36:03 GMT
Christchurch fun run City2Surf canned, new 2023 date set
The run, which was due to take place on March 20 from Cathedral Square, was cancelled due to Covid-19 restrictions and has been moved to March 19, 2023.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:30:00 GMT
Hive: The female empowerment movie that set Sundance abuzz hits NZ cinemas
REVIEW: Blerta Basholli's debut is shot with a hand-held intimacy and voyeurism that does a magnificent job of drawing the audience into the story.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:10:00 GMT
Jacinda Ardern transfixed by ancient political autograph book on school visit
The visit was supposed to be about free lunches, but the PM ended up leafing through a book filled with a century of political monikers.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:10:00 GMT
Apple's Severance, Netflix's One of Us is Lying among great shows to stream
Ben Stiller helms a dystopian workplace thriller that's perfect for our troubled times, while a New Zealand-shot teen drama has finally made its debut.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:03:29 GMT
Covid-19: Number of schools managing cases more than doubles in a week
Fifty-seven per cent of all Auckland schools are now managing Covid cases, with more than 1100 students infected.



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