Filed from the Auckland desk — including multi-city pieces that also ran elsewhere.
Business · 26 September 2026
The Saturday matinee of the World of Wearable Art show was cancelled following the death of a crew member who specialised in the highly‑technical art of glitter application, sparking a debate over safety in avant‑gar…
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Sports · 22 September 2026
Sarah Klau remains in the Australian Constellation Cup squad after a guilty plea for assault, proving that even a guilty kick can still land a spot in the big leagues.
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Sports · 22 September 2026
After a heartbreak 18‑15 loss at Mt Smart and a string of injury setbacks, the Auckland Lions clawed back to claim the Premiership title, proving that resilience and a dash of luck can turn a cellar dweller into a jugg…
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Sports · 21 September 2026
NRL referee Ashley Klein has been removed from the preliminary finals after a controversial finish to the Warriors‑Knights clash, prompting a wave of side‑eye from coaches and council‑like committees alike.
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Sports · 21 September 2026
After a controversial ‘escort’ play at the end of the Knights match, the Warriors’ CEO has demanded answers from the NRL, while ARL chairman Peter V’landys calls for a crackdown on unruly fans. The match left eve…
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Sports · 20 September 2026
When the Warriors pulled a surprise shuffle before the NRL semi, the Knights were left wondering if they’d just signed up for a rugby match or a reality show.
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