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Thu, 12 Aug 2021 08:40:00 GMT
Jerry Maguire: Why Tom Cruise's finest hours will still have you hooked at hello
REVIEW: Even 25 years on, it's still an emotional roller-coaster, charming comedy and surprisingly deep meditation on intimacy and toxic masculinity.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 08:32:54 GMT
Defence Force medivac Niuean MP in critical condition to Auckland City Hospital
A patient in critical condition has been medivaced to Auckland City Hospital at the request of Niue's government.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 08:15:18 GMT
University of Otago's Wellington campus closes due to earthquake risk of building
Staff and students had been told to work from home after the building was given a seismic rating of 15 per cent of the New Building Standard.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 08:14:47 GMT
Australia's growing Covid-19 situation: ACT goes into lockdown, NSW reports 345 cases
Another Australian state has been thrust into a snap lockdown, as Covid-19 continues to spread across the ditch.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 08:00:00 GMT
Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition opening at Puke Ariki Museum
Produced and toured by London’s Natural History Museum, the showcase features 99 images of the natural world.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:49:25 GMT
Covid-19 NZ: Bluetooth contact-tracing cards canned, Ashley Bloomfield announces
The technology will not be rolled out nationally due to the "big gaps" in the cards' use if not everyone wears one.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:48:46 GMT
Pacific Island Olympic team members in quarantine at Christchurch MIQs
At least 28 members of Olympic teams from Pacific Island countries have arrived in Christchurch to quarantine following their return from the Tokyo 2020 Games.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:48:13 GMT
Hamilton councillors put Te Huia train into Auckland's Waikato river water deal
Hamilton city councillors have allowed Auckland a big splash of water, but says the Te Huia train must be let into the super-city as part of the deal.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:37:41 GMT
Stillwater: Matt Damon goes full MAGA in drama that might just get him an Oscar
REVIEW: Hollywood hasn't had much time or empathy for the illiberal, white American male recently, but this might help to balance the ledger a little.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:30:00 GMT
NPC: Otago captain James Lentjes to miss Ranfurly Shield challenge against Hawke's Bay
Otago will face the Magpies with an inexperienced side as their flanker spends some quality time at home with his new daughter.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:21:49 GMT
Covid-19: Infections in Japan reach another record high, as severe cases in Tokyo hit sombre milestone
Health experts warn the pressure on Tokyo's health system is reaching a critical phase, as Covid cases continue to climb.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:13:53 GMT
Investigation reveals former Gloriavale members were pressured to sign legal documents
People who have left the West Coast community say they signed legal documents under pressure - and some still there are unhappy with working conditions.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:10:00 GMT
Misha and the Wolves: Stunning Netflix doco unravels a wild tale of survival
REVIEW: Just when you think you know what's transpired and where your loyalties lie, there’s another revelation or rug-pull that will leave you gasping.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT
MidCentral launches clinic to make vaccinations more accessible to deaf community
More than 20 people got their first dose of the Covid vaccine at a pop-up clinic in the Manawatū Deaf Society Hall.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 06:57:29 GMT
Auckland traffic live: Plan ahead for overnight roadwork closures
Roads are closing overnight for roadworks, including SH20 southbound Waterview Tunnel and SH1 northbound Ellerslie Panmure off-ramp.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 06:54:14 GMT
Popular ultra-marathon set to become annual event for West Coast
Organisers have negotiated a 10-year concession from the Department of Conservation to stage the event in Reefton every year, with up to 700 runners.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 06:46:16 GMT
Wellington today, August 12: Otago University's main Wellington campus building closes due to quake risk, City council mulls referendum over water reforms
Here's what you need to know in the capital today.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 06:38:25 GMT
Pukekohe North community hand over petition to remove school board
Ministry of Education representatives met a gathering of students and parents this week at Pukekohe North School.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 06:28:29 GMT
'Heroic' truck driver fled from head-on car crash that injured six
Two years ago, Deane Rodgers was lauded for his driving in a crisis. Now he is in court after fleeing from a crash scene where he caused multiple injuries.

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 06:25:43 GMT
Shadbolt's bullying claim 'absolute nonsense': Deputy mayor
Invercargill Mayor Sir Tim Shadbolt’s claim he has been bullied by fellow councillors is 'absolute nonsense', the deputy mayor says.



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