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Crypto is in its flop era 

Crypto is in its flop era 

On paper, this could be the best of times for crypto. Instead, the industry of Bitcoin and NFTs seems to be struggling to find its purpose.
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By Dan Brunskill | 12th May, 2026
Guest writer
The Spinoff team

An important message from The Spinoff’s chief executive

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By Amber Easby | 12th May, 2026
CEO
Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins (Photo: Marty Melville/AFP via Getty Images; additional design The Spinoff)
Opinion

The ‘grand coalition’ idea is gaining traction. Here’s why it wouldn’t work

The proposal neglects two major factors in politics: emotion and self-interest.
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By Andrew Geddis | 11th May, 2026
Contributing writer
Ministers Chris Bishop and Simon Watts are trying to reform regional councils. Image: Joel MacManus
Opinion

The case for Super Rugby-based regional councils

The perfect map for regional government was drawn by a rugby administrator in 1995.
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By Joel MacManus | 11th May, 2026
Senior writer
Michelle Langstone and the literary mothers that have stayed with her

In search of mothers

You would think books would be full of wise mothers to learn from. Actually, they're a library of missteps, aberrations and eccentricities.
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By Michelle Langstone | 10th May, 2026
Contributing writer
Love, actually: ‘We discovered ethical non-monogamy after nearly 20 years together’

Love, actually: ‘We discovered ethical non-monogamy after nearly 20 years together’

In a new series looking at relationships in New Zealand, a woman enjoys an 'adventurous' sex life with her partner of 26 years.
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By Love actually | 10th May, 2026
Guest writer
Dating Files: ‘I’m looking for weird women to engage in hobby activities together’

Dating Files: ‘I’m looking for weird women to engage in hobby activities together’

A 26-year-old lesbian in Wellington wants a partner who isn't afraid to get vulnerable.
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By Dating Files | 9th May, 2026
Guest writer
Vincent Michaelsen in front of his Napier restaurant, Vinci’s (Photo: Supplied)

Where to eat in Napier – an insider’s guide

From sublime bánh mì purveyors to an under-the-radar Turkish dining gem to the best new non-alcoholic drink in town.
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By Charlotte Muru-Lanning | 9th May, 2026
Contributing writer
A representation of the situation. (Image: Tina Tiller)

All the times Jack Tame has shamed out politicians for not going on Q+A, ranked

Jack Tame is an excellent political interviewer. But his greatest talent is hassling Christopher Luxon for not appearing on his show.
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By Hayden Donnell | 8th May, 2026
Senior writer
Melissa O’Neil stars as Lucy Chen in The Rookie (Photos: TVNZ / Design: Tina Tiller)

Why is New Zealand so obsessed with The Rookie?

For actor Melissa O’Neil, the show is about much more than just fighting crime.
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By Tara Ward | 8th May, 2026
Staff writer
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Three-and-a-bit years and $50m+ of political donations, visualised

Six months out from the election, one party is dominating on the donation front.  
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By Alice Neville | 8th May, 2026
Deputy editor
Laser Kiwi are performing at The Hannah Playhouse in Wellington as part of the Comedy Festival this week. (Photo: RocPhotography)

Laser Kiwi, Muckle Flugga, and an archaeology festival: The Spinoff event guide

Edinburgh's poet laureate comes to Wellington.
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By Claire Mabey | 7th May, 2026
Books editor
Thirty-plus years of live music memories

The hottest, coolest and most unforgettable local music we’ve ever seen in NZ

From JPS Experience in 1993 to Princess Chelsea in 2026.
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By Emma Gleason | 7th May, 2026
Contributing writer
Gin Wigmore (Photo: supplied)

Gin Wigmore on living life at pace and the habit she’s not proud of

She lives life at break-neck speed and thinks you should too.
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By The Spinoff | 7th May, 2026
Staff writers
Help Me Hera: Should I write a tell-all memoir?

Help Me Hera: Should I write a tell-all memoir?

Why does the idea feel so gross to me – and is it a sign I shouldn't do it?
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By Hera Lindsay Bird | 7th May, 2026
Contributing writer
Image: Jean Donaldson and Emma Stein

Siouxsie Wiles: Menstrual cups are a great invention. But how safe are they?

They're a game-changer in terms of reducing waste, but only a handful of contradictory studies have been done on their safety.
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By Siouxsie Wiles | 6th May, 2026
Contributing writer
Try to guess which MPs are from the 5th parliament and which are from the 54th. (Image: Tina Tiller)
Opinion

New Zealand’s immigration debate is like something out of the 1870s

Act is chasing NZ First who are chasing the anti-immigration vote.
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By Joel MacManus | 6th May, 2026
Senior writer
When severe weather warnings don’t result in severe outcomes, people question their basis
Opinion

Severe weather warnings aren’t predictions – why do we judge them as such?

The issue is not that the data is wrong, it is that probability is being treated as prediction, and then judged accordingly.
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By Ruben Miller | 5th May, 2026
Guest writer
Neil Finn has purchased the oft-complained-about Edinburgh Castle

Neil Finn has bought the Edinburgh Castle, will ‘turn it into a wellness retreat’

The infamous Auckland pub and hotel will soon be silent, thanks to its musical neighbour.
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By Madeleine Chapman | 5th May, 2026
Contributing editor
James Christmas and Mahesh Muralidhar will be battling for the Tāmaki seat this election
Opinion

Can National win back Tāmaki now that Brooke van Velden is gone?

Brooke van Velden ran a strong campaign to win Tāmaki off National in 2020. Liam Hehir weighs up what will be different in this election's match-up.
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By Liam Hehir | 5th May, 2026
Guest writer

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