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New Zealand officials reject ‘comfort women’ statue after objections from Japan

Statue recognising Japan’s sexual slavery of up to 200,000 women in second world war will no longer be erected in Auckland

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New Zealand Breakers add key piece to NBL puzzle

Renowned sharpshooter DJ Vasiljevic has joined the New Zealand Breakers on a one-year deal as the Auckland-based club revamps their NBL roster.

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Auckland mayor calls Indian-origin staffer ‘Muslim terrorist’, issues apology: ‘Fumbled attempt at humour’

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown has apologised after allegedly calling an Indian-origin Radio New Zealand staff member a “Muslim terrorist” during a visit to the broadcaster’s Auckland officesa.

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Hurt City to roll dice on injuries for cut-throat final

Melbourne City are prepared to roll the dice on some key players' fitness as they prepare for an elimination final away to Auckland FC.

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Anzac Day 2026: how the poppy has endured as our symbol of war and remembrance

In 1916, in the middle of the Great War, 2nd Lieutenant Leonard (Len) James Shaw of the 2nd Auckland Battalion sent a pressed Flanders poppy in folded paper to his niece Jessie Osborne in Waikato.

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Mariners' upset win clinches Jets the Premier's Plate

The Central Coast Mariners have pulled off one of the upsets of the season to gift-wrap arch rivals the Newcastle Jets a maiden A-League Men's Premier's Plate.

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This airline is launching bunk bed sleep pods you can book on ultra-long-haul flights

Available on select flights between Auckland and New York, the four-hour sessions are priced from €248.

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Ambition unrealised as homeless Pasifika forced to fold

Unable to build a base in Samoa or Tonga, Moana Pasifika will operate in obscurity out of Auckland before the curtain is drawn on their Super Rugby existence.

AAP

No double-bunking or snacks - but snoring is fine: Air New Zealand’s economy sleep pods set for launch

Passengers can book a four-hour session in the bunk beds from May for Auckland-New York flights but airline cautions against smuggling in children

The Guardian - AU

Police investigate ‘sudden death’ of woman on 17-hour Qantas flight

The passenger died during an overnight flight to Auckland

The Independent UK

Threatening anti-Indian graffiti found outside New Zealand school; Indian MP slams it ‘vile and cowardly’

New Zealand police has launched an investigation after a racist graffiti threatning 'All Indians' was discovered outside a school gate in Auckland. The incident is said to have triggered widespread outrage and concern among community leaders and residents.

The Times of India

NZ may be winning the fight against the invasive yellow-legged hornet – but a crucial phase lies ahead

Six months on from the discovery of a yellow-legged hornet queen in Auckland there are encouraging signs New Zealand’s eradication effort is gaining ground.

The Conversation

Indian man in Auckland faces abusive calls after video of him dumping trash from car goes viral: 'I already apologised'

An Indian-origin man in Auckland says he has filed complaints with police and sought help from online safety authorities after a video of him allegedly dumping cardboard went viral, leading to abusive messages and public backlash.

The Times of India

Corica sees red as Auckland falter in ALM title race

Steve Corica is facing a ban for Auckland's run towards the A-League Men finals after his side lost ground on Newcastle in a 2-2 draw with Melbourne Victory.

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The Guardian - AU

New Zealand ‘comfort women’ statue could jeopardise diplomatic relations, Japan says

Planned statue symbolising the women forced by Japan into sexual slavery during the second world war has raised the ire of Tokyo’s embassy

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Surging Tigers burst host Warriors' bubble

Wests Tigers have climbed into the NRL top four after posting their first win over the Warriors in Auckland in a decade.

The Guardian - AU

Dolphins, stingers and ‘salt tongue’: an epic ocean swim around New Zealand’s east coast

Jono Ridler has battled loneliness and fatigue as he aims to break the record for the longest unassisted staged swim – and raise awareness about fragile marine life

AAP

Bulls deal blow to Auckland's ALM premiership defence

Auckland FC's attempt to supplant Newcastle atop the A-League Men table has hit a speed bump after they fell to a home defeat at the hands of Macarthur FC.

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Cosgrove's double steers Auckland past Newcastle

Newcastle's breathing room on top of the A-League Men ladder has vanished after Auckland FC ended the Jets' 10-game unbeaten streak on Saturday.

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Back with a splash: Mum defends title for her son at Z Manu World Champs

Auckland mum and league player Shonté To’a defends her Z Manu World Champs title while inspiring son Khylan and showing how fun, family and backing yourself can pay off.

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Auckland, Perth left to rue A-League Men draw

Auckland FC and Perth Glory were both left to lament a missed opportunity as they fought out a dramatic 2-2 draw in the A-League Men.

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Robinson furious after Roosters thrashed by Warriors

Trent Robinson was left shaking his head at the heavy defeat handed to his Roosters side by the Warriors at Go Media Stadium in Auckland.

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Peake finds form at Japan-Australasia Championship

Australian golfer Ryan Peake has returned to form to be well in the mix at the first Japan-Australasia Championship in Auckland.

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Marchesani, Gale lead Australian charge in Auckland

There are 38 players within four shots of the lead on a crowded leaderboard after one round of the Japan-Australasia Championship in Auckland.

AAP

Red-hot Auckland leave Melbourne City's season on rocks

Auckland FC whiz Jesse Randall has been supreme in a 3-0 win over Melbourne City that keeps the Kiwis in the hunt to defend last season's ALM premiership.

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