'We're really slow'
We think we're the innovative little country that could. The truth is less flattering.
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What is a 'small' dog? (Video)
The 'Lap Ladies' are enforcing their own rules at this Canterbury small dog park.
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Crusaders coach fumes
How much longer will Cantabrians wait for a new stadium, after hail pelted spectators at a match.
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Black Ferns Sevens take title
Kiwi women take out Japan Sevens title, closing Australia's lead in standings.
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Defence Force LAV in crash
Defence Force LAV landed 'nearly vertical' after serious crash on bridge.
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Four-wheel-drivers rescued (Video)
With his 4WD rapidly sinking in the middle of a river, Mark Nicholl thought he was "buggered".
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Sea level rise before your eyes (Video)
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Cop 'killed for control'
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The Brethren and the justice system
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A nimby nightmare
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Is a coal ban next? (Video)
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When cars hit the end of the road
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Release, reoffend, return, repeat
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Tiny houses: urban misfits
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Payout in will stoush
Artist, supported by his mother for 20 years, accuses law firm of influencing her to disadvantage him in her will.
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Foreign inmates cost millions
When foreign prisoners are eligible for parole, should they be deported?
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Cops take the saddle
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Thames crash couple mourned
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Ardern 'wore it so well' (Video)
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'We're slow - really slow'
ANALYSIS: We like to think we're the super innovative little country that could. The truth is a lot less flattering.
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Black Ferns Sevens take title
Kiwi women take out Japan Sevens title, closing Australia's lead in standings.
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Survivor NZ back with a bang
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Kiwi McLaughlin wins again (Video)
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Down but not out
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Heavy Metal: Murder on a Sunday
From the makers of Black Hands comes a new story of murder, dodgy deals and a murky past.
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Into the arms of strangers
The Wahine sinking claimed 53 lives, but everyday heroes saved many more.
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Heavy Metal: A family waits
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The Better Man
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This is the age of the Superfad
stuff circuit
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'Just call it a terrible accident'
When Prayer Ready died, the Gloriavale leadership rallied around.
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Missing the target
ANALYSIS: Kudos to the Government for seeking answers to questions raised in Hit and Run but it has blatantly ignored an opportunity.
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The Valley episode 1: Enduring Freedom
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Flaws in Sounds murder case (Video)
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Stuff launches SecureDrop
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What Kim Jong Un wants
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25 die in Nicaragua clashes (Video)
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World's oldest person dies
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NK's suspicious factory
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Informal custom of first ladies
entertainment
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The forgotten Titanic survivors (Video)
A new documentary on the 6 survivors who were ignored - simply because of their ethnicity.
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Paltrow's power moves
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Dear Kylie, please take me back (Video)
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Fans pay tribute to DJ Avicii (Video)
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Austin Powers' 'Mini-Me' dies (Video)
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At home with The Caker
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Historic party pad up for sale
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Selling? Do this first (Gallery)
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Jungle house - the ultimate escape? (Gallery)
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This weekend's garden tasks (Video)
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Pippa Middleton pregnant: report
The Duchess of Cambridge's younger sister is having her first child, according to UK media.
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'Life was wonderful' (Video)
Lorraine Downes opens up about her life with late husband Martin Crowe - and the path ahead.
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Would you pay for a hug?
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Dating a man 10 years younger
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Let's talk about sex
business
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Back to the banking future
Twenty years ago, there was a surge in the number of ATMs. Now it's going the other way.
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Your shopping personality
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The financial path not taken
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Some missing power wins
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Unfinished luxury hotel for sale
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Immigration brings its own rewards
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The real cost of care
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The financial path not taken
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PM breaks through Russian cloud
good reads
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The forgotten Titanic survivors (Video)
A new documentary on the 6 survivors who were ignored - simply because of their ethnicity.
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The ancient tourist site altering history
Diriyah may not feature on many bucket lists, but Saudi Arabia is hoping to change perceptions.
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Kiwi legionnaires remember
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Children belong at school, not war (Video)
well & good
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How we justify pigging out
We all tend to have phrases we use to throw in the towel and give up on a goal we've set.
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I tried a hypnotherapy app
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Boozy mum culture's gone too far
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Diary of a socially anxious teen
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How much water do you need?
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travel
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Heritage train set for expansion
A World War I era steam train is set to boost Marlborough tourism with new trips to Kaikōura and Seddon.
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The ancient site altering history
Diriyah may not feature on many bucket lists, but Saudi Arabia is hoping to change perceptions.
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World's newest cruise ship sails
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Germany to Bay of Islands
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Earn money while you travel
motoring
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Aston Martin's proof of life
Most engaging Aston ever? Believe it or not, the latest Vantage might be just that.
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1 in 6 use phones at traffic lights
They're the Kiwis who don't go when the lights turn green, totally addicted, totally breaking the law.
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Captur II - quirky and cheaper
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Mercedes ute on and off NZ roads
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Child patients car goes for service (Video)
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Capturing the last rays (Stuff Nation)
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Racism is real, raw and working
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sport
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Black Ferns Sevens take title
Kiwi women take out Japan Sevens title, closing Australia's lead in standings.
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Aussie rugby woes continue
Australian Super Rugby sides are getting a harsh reality check against overseas opposition.
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Hooker scores big knockout
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Richie Mo'unga to return? (Video)
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Green worries Storm skipper