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RUGBY WORLD CUP 2019
Many users experienced streaming issues during the All Blacks test.
Bar owner glad he picked SKY instead of Spark Sport
51 minutes ago
Italy rugby players sing national anthem.
The Cup 19: Italy v Namibia - Live
59 minutes ago
Many users experienced streaming issues during the All Blacks test.
Spark offers full refund after streaming issues
2 hours ago
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 beat South Africa - As it happened
Fiji celebrate a try against Australia at the Rugby World Cup.
Wallabies survive early shock from Fiji
France celebrate their win over Argentina. Live
The Cup 19: France v Argentina - As it happened
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The Cup 19: Australia v Fiji - As it happened
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.
As it happened - Japan beat Russia in RWC opener
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
Yutaka Nagare in action for Japan.
Japan admit to nerves before Rugby World Cup opener
Scott Barrett was sent off against the Wallabies in Perth last month.
Barrett not expecting red-card repeat
Ross Karl and John Day 'at work' in Tokyo.
Crooked Feed: All Blacks depth like a well-stocked bar
Richie Mo'unga, All Blacks first five.
Mo'unga feared World Cup over before it started
Kiwis will be hoping Spark Sport will be fully functional come this weekend.
Concern Kiwis still unprepared ahead of the Rugby World Cup's opening weekend
Semi Radradra will start on the left-wing for Fiji on Saturday.
Fiji reveal surprise selection for Wallabies clash
Michael Hooper and David Pocock will combine against Fiji.
Pocock, Hooper to start against Fiji
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
Home
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

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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
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
Southland wing Isaac Te Tamaki.
Southland snap Mitre 10 Cup drought
Wyatt Crockett runs in the match-sealing try.
Mako edge Waikato to book Mitre 10 Cup semi
David Higgins and Joseph Parker at a press conference.
Chisora camp in 'utter disarray' - Higgins
Jake Trbojevic reacts to getting sin-binned against the Rabbitohs.
Hasler fumes, as NRL backs Trbojevic sin-bin
Lifestyle
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
Home
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
Related video: MP Louisa Wall says making a health case is the best hope of bringing down the cost of sanitary products.
Complaints over ad depicting menstrual blood dismissed in Australia
Entertainment
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
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A snippet of a Tekashi 6ix9ine video.
Tekashi 6ix9ine named Cardi B as a member of Bloods gang
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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
Watch: A clip from Disney's 2019 Lion King remake.
Study reveals Disney's worst movie ever

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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