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Lauda, won the F1 titles in 1975, 1977 and 1984. He was hugely admired within the F1 fraternity. He won two F1 titles for Ferrari and one for Mclaren. (Photo:AFP)

F1 legend Niki Lauda passes away

The three-time world champion had received a lung transplant last year and then he was hospitalised with flu in January this year.

21 May 2019 8:36 AM

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern is baffled to see why the US has not passed stronger gun laws yet. (Photo:AP)

'Don't understand America at all': Jacinda Ardern takes swipe at Washington

Jacinda Ardern announced bans on military styled semi-automatic weapons, high capacity magazines and rifles.

15 May 2019 9:52 AM

A judicial inquiry into whether New Zealand's police and intelligence services could have prevented the Christchurch mosque attacks. (Photo:AP)

Judicial probe begins to look into Christchurch mosque shootings

The royal commission -- the most powerful judicial probe available under NZ law will examine events leading up to the March 15 attack.

13 May 2019 8:40 AM

The forthcoming nuptials are a rarity for world leaders in office. (Photo:AP)

NZ PM Jacinda Ardern was completely surprised by wedding proposal

PM Ardern was addressing her first weekly media briefing after news of her engagement with fishing-show host Clarke Gayford became public.

06 May 2019 1:16 PM

Ardern, 38, had Neve last June, becoming only the second prime minister in the world to give birth while in office. (Photo:AP)

NZ PM Jacinda Ardern engaged to long time beau Clarke Gayford

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and her long-term partner Clarke Gayford have become engaged to be married.

03 May 2019 12:09 PM

Keating, who appeared emotionless in the dock as the verdict was read out, will be sentenced on June 25 and faces up to 18 months in jail. (Photo:File)

Officer arrested for secretly trying to film people in New Zealand's US Embassy toilet

One of New Zealand's highest ranking military officers was Thursday found guilty of trying to secretly film people in the toilet.

18 Apr 2019 4:33 PM

New Zealand's chief censor has banned both the livestreamed footage of the attack and the manifesto written and released by Brenton Harrison Tarrant. (Photo:AP)

Six appear in court for distributing NZ mosque images illegally

Six people appeared in a New Zealand court on Monday on charges they illegally redistributed the video a gunman livestreamed.

15 Apr 2019 1:28 PM

Brenton Tarrant, 28, a suspected white supremacist, was charged with 50 murder charges after the attack on two mosques. (Photo:AP)

NZ vote for gun law change after Christchurch massacre

All but one member of New Zealand's parliament voted on Wednesday to change gun laws.

10 Apr 2019 3:15 PM

Neesham said the key to his comeback was to take the focus away from results. (Photo: AP)

'I actually called Heath Mills and told him I was going to retire': Neesham

Battling inconsistent form and injuries, Neesham said he dialled NZ Players Association CEO Heath Mills to express his desire to quit.

05 Apr 2019 4:34 PM

Seifert had injured his finger last month during a domestic game but was expected to be fit for the World Cup. (Photo: ANI)

‘I’m gutted to not make it to the World Cup Squad’: Tim Seifert

The 24-year-old seemed set to be the back-up gloveman to Tom Latham but was piped by Tom Blundell.

04 Apr 2019 4:56 PM

The 28-year-old Blundell has played just two tests, making a century on debut, and three Twenty20 internationals for New Zealand, but will serve as a backup to Tom Latham for the May 30-July 14 tournament in England and Wales. (Photo: AFP)

New Zealand decides to include Tom Blundell as last minute surprise selection for WC

Blundell’s last appearance for New Zealand was in a Twenty20 international against Australia in Sydney in early 2018.

03 Apr 2019 3:39 PM

New Zealand's spy agencies have faced criticism in the wake of the attack for concentrating on the threat from Islamic extremism. (Photo:AP)

Jacinda Ardern orders top level inquiry in Christchurch mosque shooting

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Monday ordered an independent judicial inquiry into the Christchurch mosque attacks.

25 Mar 2019 12:36 PM

A horrific video shot by the gunmen who carried out the mosque massacre was livestreamed on Facebook. (Photo:Pixabay)

NZ intend to question tech giants after carnage video was livestreamed

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Sunday said she would be looking for answers from Facebook and other social media firms.

17 Mar 2019 11:30 AM

At least 49 were killed and 20 were injured after a gunman opened fire on Friday prayers at a mosque in New Zealand killing many worshippers and forcing the city of Christchurch into lockdown as police launched a massive manhunt. (Photo: File)

9 Indians missing in New Zealand shootings; 1 identified from Hyderabad

The Indian High Commission in New Zealand also offered help to Indians via social media.

15 Mar 2019 8:19 PM

Despite the discomfort, Williamson made 74 before he was dismissed. (Photo: File)

Kane Williamson rushed to hospital

Williamson injured the shoulder while fielding on Sunday and twice needed attention by medical staff when he batted.

11 Mar 2019 2:25 PM

Henry Nicholls, who featured in a 216-run partnership with Taylor for the fourth wicket, was out soon after tea for 107. (Photo: AFP)

Ross Taylor's doube ton puts Kiwis in the driving seat

Taylor, who led a scoring blitz on day four, reached his third double century, but was dismissed from the next ball he faced.

11 Mar 2019 2:22 PM

Boult's late burst gave him figures of three for 38. (Photo: AFP)

New Zealand vs Bangladesh 2nd Test: Wagner, Boult destroys Bangladesh

After being put in to bat Bangladesh went to lunch at 127 for three, Bangladesh lost their last seven wickets for 84 runs.

10 Mar 2019 1:45 PM

The weather is expected to improve later in the day. (Photo: AFP)

NZ vs BAN 2nd Test: Rain rules out day's play on first day

Further showers were forecast for Saturday morning.

08 Mar 2019 12:25 PM

Although New Zealand won the first Test comprehensively, they did struggle to take a wicket for a long period in the second innings as Soumya Sarkar and Mahmudullah delayed the end with a courageous 235-run stand for the fifth wicket. (Photo: PTI)

'We're looking to win the Test match in whatever way possible', says Latham

The kiwis will look to wrap up the series with a game to spare.

07 Mar 2019 11:53 AM

Air Niugini said Friday it had been informed that 'the weather was very poor with heavy rain and reduced visibility at the time of incident'. (Photo: AFP)

Body found inside plane days after crash landing in Pacific lagoon

Air Niugini Boeing 737-800 was attempting to land at Weno airport on Friday morning but fell short of runway and splashed in Chuuk lagoon.

02 Oct 2018 12:13 PM

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