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Kiwis learn little in NZ election leaders' debate

The first New Zealand election leaders' debate of the 2023 campaign between Labour's Chris Hipkins and National's Chris Luxon left some viewers wanting more.

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Controlling the political narrative is key to winning the NZ election – no easy task for Chris Hipkins

Last night’s live TV leaders debate between Labour’s Chris Hipkins and National’s Christopher Luxon made clear the policy and leadership style differences between the two contenders to become New Zealand’s next prime minister.

The Conversation

No blunders, but no blows either

The first leader’s debate didn’t reach any great heights but those directly involved will not be unhappy with the outcome. Mark Jennings gives his thoughts on debate night - round one.

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Stinky dog on a plane caused passengers to demand refunds

Two New Zealand travelers describe flying next to a "drooling and farting" dog.

The Street

Jabs but no knockout in NZ Leaders' Debate

New Zealand's two Chrises - National leader Chris Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins - have sparred in their first televised leaders' debate.

AAP

Skipper Duck to miss Wallaroos' four-Test NZ rugby tour

Wallaroos captain Piper Duck will miss a tour of New Zealand that also includes Tests against England, France and Wales, as she recovers from ankle surgery.

AAP

Greens want to stop scrapping over small spending bucket

Uncertain models of funding will plague whomever makes it into government – but the Greens say they have the answer

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No change to grand final time if Warriors qualify: NRL

The NRL will not consider shifting the grand final to an earlier timeslot if the Auckland-based Warriors beat Brisbane to qualify for the showpiece match.

AAP

Auckland murder focuses NZ electorate on law and order

A 16-year-old has been arrested and charged with murder following a daylight stabbing at an Auckland bus stop, stunning onlookers.

AAP

Eight taken ill in New Zealand parasite outbreak

Eight people in Queenstown, New Zealand have reported illness and tested positive for cryptosporidium.

AAP

Why is Jacinda Ardern absent from New Zealand election campaign?

Former PM became ‘lighting rod for discontent’ among some voters as analysts say her time in office associated with Covid fallout

The Guardian - AU

Auckland Mayor wants Wellington out of the way

In a manifesto sent to all major political parties, Wayne Brown said the ‘engine room of New Zealand’ should plan itself

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Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty release times and how to play early

The Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty release time is coming up fast, and if you jump through a few hoops, you can even play it a little early

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Cyberattacks are constant and test even the best

We might be a small country, but experts say this could be our greatest tool in the fight against cybercrime.

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MMP system is complex and secretive

Advantages of the First-Past-the-Post system are that it tends to deliver stable, single-party governments, and there is rarely any need for coalitions, argues Michael Johnston

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Spinning the numbers while ignoring the threats

Politicians are spending the election campaign weaving all sorts of financial figures into a cloth that suits their narrative – but there's another issue on the horizon that would overshadow everything.

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Overseas capital shines on New Zealand’s solar energy sector

Two major overseas investors are joining NZ’s own green bank to back a solar energy loan programme to the tune of $170m | Content Partnership

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand delights in Warriors’ NRL success after years of rugby league neglect

The flipside to the love fest around the team’s run to the finals is why it took so long for the game to realise its enormous potential in Aotearoa

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The Guardian - UK

Rugby’s top four teams have employed the smartest tactics for World Cup success

Some tier-two sides have impressed but Ireland, South Africa, France and New Zealand have already set their stalls out

AAP

Luxon claims underdog status for NZ leaders' debate

Opposition Leader Chris Luxon has been caught out telling a porkie on the eve of the first leaders' debate of the New Zealand election campaign.

Crikey

Removing stamp duty is now claimed to miraculously boost home ownership

A new paper finds that removing stamp duty could boost home ownership, ignoring the New Zealand experience where the opposite occurred.

The Hindu

England leaves out opener Jason Roy, picks Harry Brook for Cricket World Cup squad

England replaces Jason Roy with Harry Brook in Cricket World Cup squad despite Roy's 2019 title-winning heroics. Brook had poor ODI series against New Zealand but strength of squad meant tough decisions had to be made.

The Guardian - UK

Ryan Fox surges past European Ryder Cup players to win PGA Championship

The New Zealander held off Tyrrell Hatton as Ludvig Åberg faded while Rory McIlroy finished in the top 10 after a final-round 65

The Independent UK

Ryan Fox savours ‘pretty special’ BMW PGA Championship win

Fox is the first New Zealander to win the title after playing his last 13 holes in eight under par.

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Electorates to watch: the battle for Northland

After a historic win by Willow-Jean Prime in 2020, can Labour hold onto Northland or are things about to go south for them?

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