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Spark reveals time limit on streaming refund

Many users experienced streaming issues during the first All Blacks RWC match.

Unhappy World Cup viewers, get in quick.

Manu Tuilagi.

England scrap past Tonga

The English were less than convincing in their Rugby World Cup victory.

Watch: The human-sized characters went on sale in September.

Big Fresh animatronic characters sold on TradeMe

The human-sized food items went for a cool $4520.

Exclusive Surge in fraudulent eVisas sparks Immigration investigation

A Kiwi employer is accused of altering details for migrant workers.

Baby Tira.

Rare polka-dotted zebra spotted in Kenya

Baby Tira was discovered by a guide at the Masai Mara National Reserve.

The All Blacks secured a comfortable win over the Springboks in their opening game.

Changes to concussion laws after Cane debacle

The All Blacks flanker couldn't return against South Africa despite clearance.

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MAFS NZ 2019 episode 7 recap: Sex and sandwiches

"My penis has shrivelled up like the Wicked Witch of the East."

The man recorded himself holding up a booklet of flashcards to his wife during childbirth.

Husband 'roasted' for showing wife motivational quotes during childbirth

His viral "Bob Dylan impersonation" didn't sit too well with everyone.

RUGBY WORLD CUP 2019
Manu Tuilagi.
England scrap past Tonga
CJ Stander.
Impressive Ireland brush aside Scotland
The All Blacks secured a comfortable win over the Springboks in their opening game.
Changes to concussion laws after Cane debacle
Manu Tuilagi.
As it happened - England beat Tonga
Jake Polledri scores for Italy against Namibia.
Win puts Italy atop All Blacks' World Cup pool
Many users experienced streaming issues during the first All Blacks RWC match.
Spark reveals time limit on streaming refund
Iain Henderson.
The Cup 19: Ireland v Scotland
Many users experienced streaming issues during the All Blacks test. Updated
Bar owner glad he picked SKY instead of Spark Sport
Tommaso Allan scores Italy's second try.
The Cup 19: Italy v Namibia
Many users experienced streaming issues during the All Blacks test.
Spark offers full refund after streaming issues
All Blacks players pay their respects to the Japanese fans.
All Blacks' classy moment after win over Springboks
Many users experienced streaming issues during the All Blacks test.
Spark can't promise to fix issues for Sunday's matches
Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus says the All Blacks feasted on his side's errors.
Erasmus rues costly mistakes against All Blacks
Scott Barrett celebrates with Sevu Reece after their win against the Springboks.
World media reacts to All Blacks win over 'Boks
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika before the match against Fiji.
Cheika slams referees over Pocock conspiracy
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen before the test against South Africa.
Hansen takes positives from All Blacks win
Sam Cane waits to return to the field against the Springboks.
All Blacks left baffled over Cane confusion
Many users experienced streaming issues during the All Blacks test.
Spark Sport 'very disappointed' over streaming failures
Scott Barrett.
All Blacks v South Africa player ratings
Sevu Reece fends off his marker against South Africa. Opinion
Five big things from All Blacks win over Springboks
Scott Barrett scores for the All Blacks against South Africa.
All Blacks' World Cup defence off to winning start
Many had issues on Friday night.
Streaming issues force Spark Sport to air All Blacks match on TV
Watch the stirring haka.
Watch: All Blacks draw acclaim for 'spine-tingling' haka
Argentinians reflect on heartbreaking loss to France.
France secure late World Cup win over Pumas
The All Blacks will play on Saturday night.
Why All Blacks losing to Springboks would be bad omen
Richie McCaw was also around handing out lamb chops.
How Kiwis are saying thank you to their Japanese hosts
Richie Mo'unga,
The Cup 19: All Blacks v South Africa
Fiji celebrate a try against Australia at the Rugby World Cup.
Wallabies survive early shock from Fiji
France celebrate their win over Argentina.
The Cup 19: France v Argentina
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The Cup 19: Australia v Fiji
Richie Mo'unga during a All Blacks training session.
Hansen backs Mo'unga to shine against Springboks
Watch: Ross Karl and John Day 'at work' in Tokyo.
Support the All Blacks with new 'black laundry'
Jacinda Ardern speaks to Sonny Bill Williams.
Jacinda Ardern attends All Blacks captain's run
People walking in Shibuya shopping district.
What to do in Japan when you're not watching the rugby
Siya Kolisi talks to media ahead of the All Blacks test.
Kolisi pleased to earn back All Blacks respect
Dan Carter presents Kotaro Matsushima with the man-of-the-match award.
Japan's Matsushima overcomes nerves to make history
Some customers experienced technical issues for the Rugby World Cup opener.
Teething problems for Spark Sport in World Cup opener
Sevu Reece scores for the All Blacks against Tonga. Feature
Fearless predictions for Rugby World Cup 2019
Mike McRoberts presents a wrap of the game.
Japan open World Cup by beating Russia
Richie McCaw.
Watch: McCaw's starring role at World Cup opening
Ross Karl at Ajinomoto Stadium.
WATCH: Japanese fans flock to stadium hours before kick-off
Japanese captain Michael Leitch.
The Cup 19: Japan v Russia
Perenara takes in the sights of Tokyo on Friday.
Perenara's proud stand for social justice
Kieran Read and the All Blacks.
Spark's last-minute shock for Rugby World Cup customer
Ioane. Podcast
Ioane unlikely to regain All Blacks start - Cullen
Trudeau apologised for his actions.
All Blacks fans worst perpetrators of blackface - Sean Plunket
All Blacks haka against South Africa. Feature
Five Rugby World Cup games you must watch in Week One
Will the All Blacks hoist the cup again this year?
The best spots for Kiwis to watch the opening weekend of the Rugby World Cup
Overall, 48 matches will be played across 12 cities over 43 days at the Rugby World Cup.
Watch: Excitement builds before Rugby World Cup opener
Steve Hansen during a All Blacks training session.
Hansen's advice to anxious All Blacks fans
Because it matters
Debt, deceit and scathing accusations lie in the wake of a dream. Exclusive
Man who swindled cash from Johnny Danger's beer company lured another businessman into con
A customer is confronted by the café's owners.
New Zealand's 'rudest cafe' facing closure - report
Watch: Jordan Peterson shares his take on gender issues in New Zealand.
'Horrific withdrawal': Jordan Peterson checks into rehab, 'needs medical help'
India has announced a complete ban on e-cigarettes due to the health risk.
Ministry of Health reveals more proposed vaping regulations
Grant Robertson on Newshub Nation.
Ardern not 'shielded' from sex allegations scandal - Robertson
Watch: John Tamihere and Phil Goff face off in a debate.
'Deeply irresponsible': NZ Holocaust Centre slams John Tamihere's 'Sieg Heil' comment
Watch: Winston Peters describes Simon Bridges' interview with Chinese state media as "subservient grovelling".
'Subservient grovelling': Peters attacks Bridges' Chinese interview
Zuckerberg has snubbed the PM for a second time.
Mark Zuckerberg snubs another Christchurch Call meeting
The sexual assault allegations have been labelled as an "innuendo" by Peters.
Peters labels sex assault claims 'innuendo', NZ First MPs back him up
NZSIS director-general Rebecca Kitteridge and GCSB director-general Andrew Hampton.
Revealed: NZ spies helped track down cyber-attack on Australia
Watch: Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was sent email by alleged sexual assault victim. Opinion
PM needed to act sooner on sexual assault allegations
MONEY
Watch: Are you in New Zealand's luckiest Lotto region?
Lotto: Powerball prize hits $18 million
Watch: Kiwis lost $33 million to scams in 2018.
'Devastated': Animates website offline after security breach
Grant Robertson on Newshub Nation.
IMF praises NZ economy
He calls himself 'The Wolf' - and he wants to bring back classic cannabis strains.
Meet the man who wants to bring back classic Kiwi cannabis strains
Coastal Wellington
Flood risk has to be factored into premiums for coastal homes - insurer
Rainbow Falls, Waianiwaniwa, Kerikeri
Why first-home buyers are flocking to this growing Northland hub
Paul Bloxham was on The AM Show.
'You seem to have lost your mojo'- Aussie economist who coined 'rockstar economy'
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How is the NZ Super Fund performing?
Watch: An economist suggests "literally" giving money to the poor to save the economy.
NZ's economic growth slowing
Watch: US President Donald Trump on the Saudi Arabia oil drone attacks.
Why Kiwis shouldn't panic about petrol price hikes just yet
Fruit and vegetables section at the supermarket
Organic versus standard produce - is it worth the extra cost?
Watch: Cameron Bagrie talks about the economic fallout of the Saudi Arabia strikes.
BP hits New Zealand with 6c per litre price hike
Woman riding bicycle, thinking about future retirement
Slow uptake of higher KiwiSaver contributions
Watch: Cameron Bagrie talks about the economic fallout of the Saudi Arabia strikes.
Gull confirms petrol prices rose overnight
Kiwis are flocking to the pump.
Long-term economic impacts possible from oil attacks - expert
They're being warned to fill up sooner rather than later.
Kiwi motorists rush to pump over fears of price spike
Paying for goods using a smartphone.
Digital wallets replacing real wallets as cashless culture arrives
Cameron Bagrie talks about the economic fallout of the strikes.
Oil prices surge more than 15 percent after Saudi drone strikes
Cameron Bagrie on The AM Show.
'Horror scenario' of petrol at $3 a litre possible after Saudi strike - economist
Watch: Will there be enough trained staff to operate the new radiotherapy machines?
Understaffing threatens cancer diagnosis rates - union
The attacks killed no one, but the economic damage is huge. Updated
Oil prices set to double after Saudi Arabia attack - expert
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Protest at Pak'nSave after owners pulls redundancy offer
Watch: Here are ways you can trim your power bill.
'Flick yourself': Kiwi power company's vibrator ad causes a buzz
One is just months away from growing "rugby fields of weed".
The New Zealand businesses betting big on medical marijuana
Newshub Explains: How first home buyers can get a foot on the property ladder.
How to stop buying your dream home turning into a nightmare
Stanley Group and associated business Tallwood face a $16 million deficit.
'I have tears in my eyes': Homeowner reveals difficulties with collapsed construction company
Coffee spill causes stain to carpet
Q&A: Tenant liability for careless damage
Watch: Financial Markets Authority warns New Zealanders to 'stay away' from SkyWay Invest Group scheme.
Former employee of Peter Jackson-owned company guilty of fraud
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Do you use 'Buy Now Pay Later'?
Watch: An Otago University professor says some jobs are safer than others.
Keep working, human: A robot is not coming to take your job
Embargoed to 0001 Monday January 28 File photo dated 04/03/17 of a person using a laptop. Digital and online security is set to be beefed up via a £70 million Government investment package.. Issue date: Monday January 28, 2019. The Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund money will support research into the design and development of hardware to make devices more protected and resilient from the outset. See PA story POLITICS Cyber. Photo credit should read: Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire
How to find credible online reviews
Watch: The voice of Siri visits the AM Show.
Everything you need to know about Apple's new iPhones
Person highlighting bank account to identify extra spending
'Fritter factor' could cost you thousands in interest - experts
Man engaged in online chat - beware of romance scams
The cost of empathy: Scammers set victims back almost $10m
Home
Kernel launches in NZ
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Should KiwiSaver members be allowed to both self-direct & invest with multiple KiwiSaver providers?
2 Cheap Cars
From clothing to cars: Huffer founder Dan Buckley is taking the wheel at 2 Cheap Cars
Mat Alexander says the laws have failed and the Government needs to "sort it out".
Plumber reportedly owed over $600k after construction company collapses
The Salvation Army and the Manukau Ward Councillor have issued warnings about the seminars.
Kiwis warned to 'stay away' from SkyWay Invest seminars
Contents insurance covers careless damage and damage to others' property
Tenants need contents insurance following new law change - industry expert
Flatmates in a rental property
Renters causing careless damage could be up for a month's rent
A property expert has explained why three couples failed to make a profit.
Property expert explains why The Block auction was a fizzer
"We are warning people to stay away from SkyWay Capital and all of the SkyWay group," the FMA says.
'Stay away': FMA issues warning over controversial scheme
Insurers say it's the worst damage they've ever seen.
Dear tenants: This is why your landlord hates you
SkyCity employees and supporters on the picket line.
'Trench warfare' as SkyCity employees strike again
Service was patchy all week.
BNZ customers furious over internet banking outages
More dads share the load under early extended parental leave
More dads share the load under early extended parental leave
A will specifies who gets what
Over half of Kiwis don't have a will - research
Mobile Pnone Shopping Online With A Debit Card
Women behind 'Gifting Circle' pyramid scheme warned by Commerce Commission
A claim form
Kiwis encouraged to dob in insurance fraud via hotline

Travel

tropical sunset / a tropical beach sunset / seen in hdr

Airfares slashed for Kiwi travellers
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Air NZ's rumoured non-stop New York service: Everything you need to now
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Amazing video captured by drone as it plummets down waterfall
Sport
Katrina Rore (centre) has won three major trophies in four months.
Silver Fern Katrina Rore considered quitting
The Warriors Women must now beat the Broncos next weekend to have a chance at qualifying for the Grand Final.
Warriors women fall to Dragons
Ben Lam in action for Wellington.
Wellington dent Auckland's Mitre 10 Cup hopes
Nick Kyrgios, Laver Cup
Kyrgios blames Laver Cup loss on 'hot chick' in crowd
Nick Willis at the 2017 world athletics championships.
Willis rejects last-minute invite to world champs
Chris Wood celebrates one of his two goals against Norwich.
Wood ends goal-scoring drought against Norwich
Cameron Smith was sin-binned for the second time in his NRL career.
Smith denies intentionally slapping opponent
Benji Marshall will play one more season with the Tigers.
Marshall re-signs with Tigers
Josh Addo-Carr.
Storm thrash Eels at AAMI Park
Aleki Morris.
Otago beat North Harbour in Albany
Lifestyle
The man recorded himself holding up a booklet of flashcards to his wife during childbirth.
Husband 'roasted' for showing wife motivational quotes during childbirth
A customer is confronted by the café's owners.
New Zealand's 'rudest cafe' facing closure - report
Vaping has been linked to a number of deaths in recent weeks.
Clue found in vaping death mystery
Cheryl says having a family meal with Charlie would be "amazing".
Heartbreaking reason single mum has never shared a meal with her son
Watch: Kiwis are getting more and more blasé about checking for sexually-transmitted diseases and preventing getting them. Feature
The rise of the ethical sex toy industry
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Research shows fish oil supplements lacking in fatty acids
Watch: Video of the protest.
'We're working on lots of things': Vegan supermarket activists vow to keep protesting
Home
The importance of agile working
Watch: The AM Show segment on the study.
Fish oil capsules could have half the omega-3 they claim to - study
A person holding a phone.
Huawei gambles on Google free phones
Entertainment
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MAFS NZ 2019 episode 7 recap: Sex and sandwiches
Related video: Queer Eye cast talks makeovers, 'gorgeous trees' and 'fierce and fearless' Jacinda Ardern.
Queer Eye's Jonathan Van Ness reveals he's HIV-positive
A snippet of a Tekashi 6ix9ine video.
Tekashi 6ix9ine named Cardi B as a member of Bloods gang
Jennifer Lopez at Milan Fashion Week.
Jennifer Lopez recreates iconic green dress from 2000 Grammy Awards
Watch: Pitt is having a cracking year.
Brad Pitt's Ad Astra is tense and emotional but in a cool way
The EDM-meets-orchestra show is taking on the nation.
Symphony orchestra lights up town hall with dance tracks
Watch: The trailer.
Watch: Olivia Coleman speaks as 'old bat' Queen Elizabeth II in new The Crown trailer
Watch: Celine Dion speaks about Drake's tattoo plans.
Celine Dion begs Drake not to get a tattoo of her face
Brian Littrell and Howie Dorough.
Backstreet Boys recount story of Waiheke moped crash
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Revealed: The secret Google trick Friends fans are going crazy for

RURAL

Watch: The public was given eight weeks to submit its thoughts on the new Zero Carbon Bill but the protest organiser says that's not long enough.

'Under siege': Farmers call for more time to process Zero Carbon Bill proposal

National's agriculture spokesperson Todd Muller, next to an office shelf filled with Amerian political paraphernalia.

The increasingly uncompromising Todd Muller
The world's first robotic apple harvest took place recently in Hawke's Bay.

Robotic harvester gets thumbs up from asparagus industry

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Manu Tuilagi.

England scrap past Tonga

The English were less than convincing in their Rugby World Cup victory.

CJ Stander.

Impressive Ireland brush aside Scotland

The Irish may have avoided a World Cup quarter-final against the All Blacks.

Watch: The human-sized characters went on sale in September.

Big Fresh animatronic characters sold on TradeMe

The human-sized food items went for a cool $4520.
Baby Tira.

Rare polka-dotted zebra spotted in Kenya

Baby Tira was discovered by a guide at the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Home

MAFS NZ 2019 episode 7 recap: Sex and sandwiches

"My penis has shrivelled up like the Wicked Witch of the East."
The All Blacks secured a comfortable win over the Springboks in their opening game.

Changes to concussion laws after Cane debacle

The All Blacks flanker couldn't return against South Africa despite clearance.

Manu Tuilagi.

As it happened - England beat Tonga

Play-by-play action of the Rugby World Cup match from Pool C.
The man recorded himself holding up a booklet of flashcards to his wife during childbirth.

Husband 'roasted' for showing wife motivational quotes during childbirth

His viral "Bob Dylan impersonation" didn't sit too well with everyone.
Jake Polledri scores for Italy against Namibia.

Win puts Italy atop All Blacks' World Cup pool

But the Azzuri got more than they expected from Namibia.
Many users experienced streaming issues during the first All Blacks RWC match.

Spark reveals time limit on streaming refund

Unhappy World Cup viewers, get in quick.
Katrina Rore (centre) has won three major trophies in four months.

Silver Fern Katrina Rore considered quitting

But a trophy-laden 2019 has justified her decision to stick with netball.

There is still room for improvement when it comes to the quality of the country's waterways.

Increasing levels of pollutants detected in NZ's rivers

"Still clearly some work to do."

Watch: The public is struggling with the cost of parking tickets.

Scientists reveal the best place to park your car

It's a cunning strategy - if you're brave.
The Warriors Women must now beat the Broncos next weekend to have a chance at qualifying for the Grand Final.

Warriors women fall to Dragons

They missed a chance to seal a Grand Final spot at Mt Smart Stadium.
Exclusive Officials have noticed a surge in fake or doctored eVisa letters being picked up overseas.

Surge in fraudulent eVisas sparks Immigration investigation

A Kiwi employer is accused of altering details for migrant workers.