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Media Insider: The Chase NZ host Paul Henry outruns Broadcasting Standards Authority over Indian food comments

By: Shayne Currie
7 May 2026 at 10:16
A complainant said the host's comments reinforced harmful racial stereotypes.

Paul Henry hosted The Chase New Zealand. Photo / Dylan Coker

Paul Henry hosted The Chase New Zealand. Photo / Dylan Coker

Paul Henry hosted The Chase New Zealand. Photo / Dylan Coker

Paul Henry hosted The Chase New Zealand. Photo / Dylan Coker
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New Zealand Breakers sign sharpshooter Preston Le Gassick for NBL season

By: Samuel Sherry
7 May 2026 at 05:23
He averaged 21.3 points and 5.8 assists for the Gold Coast Rollers.

Preston Le Gassick will be playing for the New Zealand Breakers at Spark Arena. Photo / Photosport

Preston Le Gassick will be playing for the New Zealand Breakers at Spark Arena. Photo / Photosport

Preston Le Gassick will be playing for the New Zealand Breakers at Spark Arena. Photo / Photosport

Preston Le Gassick will be playing for the New Zealand Breakers at Spark Arena. Photo / Photosport
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Drone footage shows orcas hunting stingrays along Wellington south coast

By: Cherie Howie
7 May 2026 at 07:43
Michael Lanzensberger filmed the creatures hunting stingrays on Anzac Day.

A Wellington man has captured breathtaking drone footage of orcas hunting stingrays close to shore on the capital's south coast. Photo screengrab via video / Michael Lanzensberger

A Wellington man has captured breathtaking drone footage of orcas hunting stingrays close to shore on the capital's south coast. Photo screengrab via video / Michael Lanzensberger

A Wellington man has captured breathtaking drone footage of orcas hunting stingrays close to shore on the capital's south coast. Photo screengrab via video / Michael Lanzensberger

A Wellington man has captured breathtaking drone footage of orcas hunting stingrays close to shore on the capital's south coast. Photo screengrab via video / Michael Lanzensberger
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The Olive Press collapse: Fears for local olive growers and olive oil supply

By: Imogene Bedford
7 May 2026 at 07:40
Its former growers now face 'a disheartening choice'.

The Olive Press is closing down after 27 years operating in the Wairarapa region. Photo / The Olive Press

The Olive Press is closing down after 27 years operating in the Wairarapa region. Photo / The Olive Press

The Olive Press is closing down after 27 years operating in the Wairarapa region. Photo / The Olive Press

The Olive Press is closing down after 27 years operating in the Wairarapa region. Photo / The Olive Press
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Grandmother’s anger after buses refuse student who forgot wallet

By: Kim Baker Wilson
7 May 2026 at 07:03
Auckland Transport says drivers should not leave children behind, fare or not.

An 11-year-old girl was left stranded after bus drivers refused her ride due to a forgotten wallet. Photo / Alex Burton

An 11-year-old girl was left stranded after bus drivers refused her ride due to a forgotten wallet. Photo / Alex Burton

An 11-year-old girl was left stranded after bus drivers refused her ride due to a forgotten wallet. Photo / Alex Burton

An 11-year-old girl was left stranded after bus drivers refused her ride due to a forgotten wallet. Photo / Alex Burton
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Phone scammers posing as Spark staff jailed for $833k fraud on retirees

By: Lane Nichols
7 May 2026 at 06:32
The trio deliberately targeted elderly victims, gaining remote access to their computers.

Pargat Singh Bhangu (centre) and Gurwinder Singh (right) appear for sentencing in Auckland District Court after pleading guilty to participating in an organised criminal group that scammed $833,000 from 28 elderly victims. Photo / Jason Dorday

Pargat Singh Bhangu (centre) and Gurwinder Singh (right) appear for sentencing in Auckland District Court after pleading guilty to participating in an organised criminal group that scammed $833,000 from 28 elderly victims. Photo / Jason Dorday

Pargat Singh Bhangu (centre) and Gurwinder Singh (right) appear for sentencing in Auckland District Court after pleading guilty to participating in an organised criminal group that scammed $833,000 from 28 elderly victims. Photo / Jason Dorday

Pargat Singh Bhangu (centre) and Gurwinder Singh (right) appear for sentencing in Auckland District Court after pleading guilty to participating in an organised criminal group that scammed $833,000 from 28 elderly victims. Photo / Jason Dorday
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NZ sharemarket closes at highest level in a month, up almost 1% - Market close

7 May 2026 at 06:19
The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 13,270.61, up 125.42 points or 0.95%.

Infratil has now risen more than 17% in two trading days – and 40% for the year to date.

Infratil has now risen more than 17% in two trading days – and 40% for the year to date.

Infratil has now risen more than 17% in two trading days – and 40% for the year to date.

Infratil has now risen more than 17% in two trading days – and 40% for the year to date.
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‘Washed-up politician’ Dame Jacinda Ardern reveals why she chose to move to Sydney

7 May 2026 at 05:35
The former prime minister spoke about the reason behind her resignation.

Former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern has revealed why she moved to Sydney. Photo / Mark Mitchell, Supplied

Former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern has revealed why she moved to Sydney. Photo / Mark Mitchell, Supplied

Former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern has revealed why she moved to Sydney. Photo / Mark Mitchell, Supplied

Former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern has revealed why she moved to Sydney. Photo / Mark Mitchell, Supplied
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Air New Zealand job cuts underway, sources say – senior roles understood to be targeted

By: John Weekes
7 May 2026 at 05:24
There will be no cuts to public-facing staff or baggage handlers, E tū union says.

The Herald has been told roughly a dozen senior, likely non-union employees at the airline have been impacted. Photo / Supplied

The Herald has been told roughly a dozen senior, likely non-union employees at the airline have been impacted. Photo / Supplied

The Herald has been told roughly a dozen senior, likely non-union employees at the airline have been impacted. Photo / Supplied

The Herald has been told roughly a dozen senior, likely non-union employees at the airline have been impacted. Photo / Supplied
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OECD suggests linking NZ Super eligibility to life expectancy and hiking KiwiSaver contributions

By: Jenée Tibshraeny
7 May 2026 at 04:35
Agency supports Government's fuel crisis response, but flags need to consolidate finances.

OECD suggests linking NZ Super eligibility to life expectancy and hiking KiwiSaver contributions. Photo / Mark Mitchell

OECD suggests linking NZ Super eligibility to life expectancy and hiking KiwiSaver contributions. Photo / Mark Mitchell

OECD suggests linking NZ Super eligibility to life expectancy and hiking KiwiSaver contributions. Photo / Mark Mitchell

OECD suggests linking NZ Super eligibility to life expectancy and hiking KiwiSaver contributions. Photo / Mark Mitchell
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Media Insider: TVNZ breached accuracy standards in coverage of Donald Trump comments – Broadcasting Standards Authority

By: Shayne Currie
7 May 2026 at 04:21
1News was ordered to broadcast a follow-up statement on its 6pm bulletin by the BSA.

The Broadcasting Standards Authority says 1News' coverage of Donald Trump comments breached accuracy standards. Photos / Getty Images, Sylvie Whinray

The Broadcasting Standards Authority says 1News' coverage of Donald Trump comments breached accuracy standards. Photos / Getty Images, Sylvie Whinray

The Broadcasting Standards Authority says 1News' coverage of Donald Trump comments breached accuracy standards. Photos / Getty Images, Sylvie Whinray

The Broadcasting Standards Authority says 1News' coverage of Donald Trump comments breached accuracy standards. Photos / Getty Images, Sylvie Whinray
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CAR T-cell therapy in New Zealand: When will blood cancer patients get access?

By: Ben Tomsett
7 May 2026 at 04:00
New Zealand patients can face US$500,000–$1m bills to get CAR T-cell therapy overseas.

Actor Sir Sam Neill recently revealed he was cancer-free after undergoing CAR T-cell therapy through an international clinical trial available only in Australia and the United States. Photos / Supplied

Actor Sir Sam Neill recently revealed he was cancer-free after undergoing CAR T-cell therapy through an international clinical trial available only in Australia and the United States. Photos / Supplied

Actor Sir Sam Neill recently revealed he was cancer-free after undergoing CAR T-cell therapy through an international clinical trial available only in Australia and the United States. Photos / Supplied

Actor Sir Sam Neill recently revealed he was cancer-free after undergoing CAR T-cell therapy through an international clinical trial available only in Australia and the United States. Photos / Supplied
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