'They were really good boys': Kawerau mourns 'precious' river victims
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"Liberating": Robert Englund on his iconic role as Freddy Kreuger, the horror renaissance
Horror is having its moment. It’s dominating the film industry, with ‘Sinners’ recieving a record 16 nominations and four wins at this year’s Oscars – Frankenstein...
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"TV event of the year": Experiencing Coachella from home
One of the most well-known music festivals in the world is currently taking place. Coachella is a ten-day festival that takes place in the California desert, with...
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Gossip and small town suspicion: An immersive and intense mystery in 'The Keeper'
The Keeper by Tana French On a cold night in the remote Irish village of Ardnakelty, a girl goes missing. Sweet, loving Rachel Holohan was about to be engaged...
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"Launch off from Las Vegas": Centenary kicks on Arizona's Route 66
"If you’re keen to savour a bite-sized sampler of America’s Mother Road, Arizona’s Route 66 is a bumper section, tightly packed with time-honoured attractions and...
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Sustainable hangout ideas that actually save you money
Especially in this economy, catching up with someone doesn’t have to mean spending over $40 at a cafe or a bar. Kate Hall has a few suggestions on how you can turn...
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Ruud Kleinpaste: Getting into Dahlias
Just have a look, will you! Just when you think the Dahlias are on their way out, you’re asked to come to the Botanic Gardens in Christchurch or a local beauty garden,...
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"Lovely dry wine": Čuvar Iris Pinot Noir 2024
Čuvar Iris Pinot Noir 2024, Marlborough RRP $29.99 A ripe and fruity expression with core varietal flavours of cherry and raspberry, red flowers, and boysenberry....
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Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast: 11 April 2026
On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 11 April 2026, the original Freddy Kreuger actor Robert Englund joins Jack to discuss the popularity...
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Anthropic's latest AI model raises cybersecurity red flags
The next level of AI is about to be released, and there are major concerns The models just keep getting better and better and now Anthropic, the maker of Claude,...
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"A grand viewing experience" in the last season of Grand Designs NZ
Grand Designs New Zealand Tom Webster meets aspirational New Zealanders on their daring, determined and sometimes perilous journeys to build the residential homes...
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"Incredibly authentic": 'The President's Cake' completely transports you
Undertone A podcast host covering spooky content moves in to care for her dying mother. When sent recordings of a pregnant couple's paranormal encounters, she...
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"All about comfort": Nici Wickes' hearty soup to see you through the storm
This hearty soup is full of comfort and takes full advantage of the late-season, cheap tomatoes available right now. As for canned beans, they are pure nourishment...
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Kevin Milne: 'Days We Left Behind' and a story about Paul McCartney
Kevin Milne has music on his mind. Paul McCartney released a new single last month, Days We Left Behind, the lead from his upcoming album ‘The Boys of Dungeon Lane’....
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Jack Tame: The wonder of the Artemis II mission
Nine days, 22 hours, and 32 minutes. That’s how long the Artemis II crew has been away and as we speak this morning, they’re entering the final, critical hours...
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"Good for the soul": Stephen K. Amos deconstructs laughter in new live show
Stephen K. Amos does the talking so that audiences can do the laughing. Many will know the British comedian from his regular spots on UK television shows like ‘Live...
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Would you ever want to join a mission to the moon?
Humankind is returning to the moon. NASA launched its first manned mission to the moon in over fifty years earlier this week – sending four astronauts on the Artemis...
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"An autumnal album": Arlo Parks' aims to make up for lost time in 'Ambiguous Desire'
UK singer-songwriter Arlo Parks has released her third studio album – Ambiguous Desire. It’s a departure from her previous albums, both of which held more rock...
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Control, power, and greed: 'Bonfire of the Murdochs' delves into a media empire and a warring family
Bonfire of the Murdochs by Gabriel Sherman When Rupert Murdoch made a fateful decision about who should inherit his media colossus, he believed that pitting his...
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Mike Yardley: Las Vegas' latest and greatest
"One of life’s great truths is that Las Vegas never rests on its laurels. It is constantly in a state of evolution and reinvention, unfurling ever brighter and more...
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The irony of the digital age: Kiwis struggling with meaningful connections
As we approach the Easter break —a time typically filled with texts, chocolate, memes, and quick check-ins— new research from 2degrees suggests Kiwis may be craving...
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Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast: 04 April 2026
On the Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Saturday 4 April 2026, British comedian and tv personality Stephen K Amos joins Jack to talk about the...
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Elections and the housing market: The patterns that emerge in voting years
We all know about the direct effects of elections —financial, policy, crime— but they also seem to effect the housing market. Ed McKnight analysed 11 elections...
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Ruud Kleinpaste: Amazing slugs and snails in New Zealand
It might not be obvious in Aotearoa, but there’s something like 1400 different species of snails! They’re in many groups and with many different jobs to do, in the...
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Room for improvement: Regulator flags issues with Australia's social media ban
Australia's social media ban's first report card is in and there’s room for improvement The regulator says the big social media companies are not doing enough...
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"Such a let down": 'Your Friends & Neighbors' S2 leaves the audience 'cheated'
Something Very Bad is Going to Happen A bride has a feeling that something horrifying will happen at her wedding — and the closer to the altar she gets, the worse...
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'Divine': Nici Wickes' super simple Easter Rocky Road
With the price of Easter eggs through the roof this year I’m making this rocky road as the ultimate sweet treat for the long weekend! Makes one tray Ingredients 200g...
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Snappy and 'really clever': 'The Drama' has a little bit of everything
The Drama A happily engaged couple get put to the test when an unexpected revelation sends their wedding week off the rails. Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice Two...
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Jack Tame: The majesty of New Zealand's landscapes
For my birthday this year, my wife went above and beyond. I didn’t want a product. I didn’t want a thing. For the last year of my thirties, I asked for an experience....
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From comedy to tragedy: Suzy Eddie brings two contrasting shows to NZ
Comedy legend Eddie Izzard’s material has taken on a life of its own. Now going by Suzy Eddie, she doesn’t just tell jokes, she’s rewritten history. The comedian,...
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How much have driving tests changed over the years?
Most people are aware that drivers licensing tests have changed over the years, but not everyone is aware of exactly how much. Kevin Milne first sat his driver's...
