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Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:59:12 GMT
'We need to bring her home': Searchers won't give up on finding missing woman
Volunteers who do not know Shirley Warrington – the 85-year-old grandmother missing 10 days – are combing parks, hedges and water races to help her family.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:51:06 GMT
Wellington today, July 20: Remutaka Hill Rd reopens after fatal crash, no pod located after search
Here's everything you need to know about what is happening across Wellington today.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:50:00 GMT
Schmigadoon!: Apple's fantasy musical comedy souffle a little too stodgy
REVIEW: Even at just six, 30-minute episodes, the premise will test even ardent fans of the beloved musicals it is trying to celebrate and parody.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:50:00 GMT
The Cable Guy at 25: When Jim Carrey went dark and Ben Stiller called the shots
REVIEW: Now on Netflix, this 1996 cult comedy features a truly unhinged central performance and balances broad slapstick with targeted verbal humour.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:41:14 GMT
Tokyo Olympics: With Games dream on the backfoot, Eddie Osei-Nketia reportedly gains interest from Crusaders
After Olympics selection snub, NZ's fastest man is keen to play on the wing for the Crusaders.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:35:38 GMT
Raquel Leviss wore the most incredible green corset dress to her engagement party
There's no doubt that Raquel Leviss — who's newly engaged to James Kennedy — will make a stunning bride. But the Vanderpump Rules cast member has already made a splash with her bride-to-be fashion, showing up to her pre-wedding fetes looking stun...

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:32:07 GMT
Covid-19: Union calls for mandatory testing after container ship crew members test positive
The New Zealand Merchant Service Guild is calling for mandatory testing for all incoming crews after nine crew members on board the Mattina container ship, currently in quarantine in Bluff, tested positive for Covid-19.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:25:27 GMT
Bid to cut seats from Christchurch stadium after budget blowout on concept
The $473m venue appears likely to be built with fewer than 30,000 seats – meaning the city would have to pay more to attract major All Blacks matches.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:16:42 GMT
Toni Garrn gives birth, welcomes first baby with Alex Pettyfer
Model Toni Garrn and Magic Mike actor Alex Pettyfer are officially parents. See how they celebrated the birth of their first child and revealed her name on on Instagram.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:05:18 GMT
Covid-19: Victoria's lockdown extended by a week, South Australia to enter snap lockdown tonight
South Australia heads into a snap lockdown after reporting new Covid-19 cases in the community, while Victoria's restrictions have been extended for another week.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:05:15 GMT
Covid-19: Quarantine-free travel from South Australia paused, special green flights for Kiwis still operating
From 11.59pm, quarantine-free travel with South Australia will be paused for seven days, but Kiwis in the Covid-hit state will still be able to get home.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:01:49 GMT
Ryan Reynolds praises Blake Lively for acing this parenting skill during the pandemic
In a new interview on the SmartLess podcast, Ryan Reynolds also explained how “incredibly important” his marriage and friendship to Blake Lively is.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:00:35 GMT
Crown witness alleges son confided in his mother
A crown witness alleges Patricia Samson was aware her son had killed his partner as they drove out of Invercargill towards a park in 2019.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:00:00 GMT
Taranaki is not immune to flooding - are you prepared for the worst?
If you were woken up by banging on your front door and told you have 15 minutes to evacuate, would you be ready?

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 07:57:58 GMT
New Plymouth woman swaps hospo for military career
New Plymouth-born Kelsey May has traded in the heat of hospitality for the world of juggling logistics as she embarks on a new air force career.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 07:46:37 GMT
Wellington's heavy rainfall, debris in culverts led to SH2 closure
A 40-minute drive turned into a nine-hour commute after flooding closed parts of State Highway 2 between Ngāūranga Gorge and Petone on Saturday. Initial investigations suggest heavy rainfall, high level of runoff and debris swept into culverts caus...

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 07:38:51 GMT
West Coast flood: The unsung heroes of Westport's massive cleanup
Craig Adams asked some mates to help rip up his sodden carpets, then they helped his brother. Now a 25-strong group of volunteers is doing 20 houses a day.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 07:36:08 GMT
Eminem's daughter Hailie Jade cozies up to boyfriend Evan McClintock in rare photo
While Eminem's daughter Hailie Jade keeps her relationship on the down-low, the 25-year-old influencer shared she’s still going strong with longtime love Evan McClintock.

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 07:27:50 GMT
State Highway 1 in Hamilton blocked after truck rolls
The northbound lane of State Highway 1 in Hamilton is blocked between Newell Rd and Riverlea Rd

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 07:17:51 GMT
Nick Cannon introduces baby no. 7 as he reveals the 'most euphoric' part of fatherhood
After defending his growing family, Nick Cannon shared sweet pics of his kids on Instagram Stories, including his outdoor activities with his little ones and a never-before-seen photo of his baby boy.



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