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Gone By Lunchtime (Image: Tina Tiller)

Gone By Lunchtime: The force majeure election

Wars, cyclones and mayhem everywhere.
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By The Spinoff | 9th April, 2026
Staff writers
(Left) Gregor Kregar, Cumulus Structure, 2026; (Left) Gregor Kregar, T-REX Reflection, 2026. Both sculptures feature in the Auckland  Art Fair Sculpture Trail.

The Weed Eaters, Georgia Knight and the Auckland Art Fair Sculpture Trail: The Spinoff event guide

The Weed Eaters hits Gisborne this week.
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By Claire Mabey | 9th April, 2026
Books editor
Hayley Sproull presents My House My Castle (Photo: Three)

The rebooted My House My Castle doesn’t quite hit the same

In an era where it’s harder than ever for New Zealanders to own a home, the reboot of this local television classic feels like it’s missing a trick.
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By Tara Ward | 9th April, 2026
Staff writer
Why does fertility treatment cost so much in New Zealand?

Why does fertility treatment cost so much in New Zealand?

Birth rates are at a record low and there's a chronic donor sperm shortage. Should fertility treatments in New Zealand be subsidised like they are in Australia?
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By Madeleine Chapman | 9th April, 2026
Special correspondent
Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis at a Beehive press conference on Wednesday, April 8
Opinion

The many ways our government is failing in its response to the fuel crisis

The opportunity is here for a cultural reset. Why won’t the government take it?
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By Simon Wilson | 9th April, 2026
Guest writer
Marco Rubio and Winston Peters pressed the flesh in Washington about an hour after President Trump pressed send on an extraordinary post.

Should Winston Peters have spoken up in Washington?

Anna Fifield on a fragile pause in the Middle East conflict, and New Zealand's stance on genocidal rhetoric from Donald Trump.  
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By The Spinoff | 8th April, 2026
Staff writers
Reuben Davidson

One MP, One Pint: Reuben Davidson on perfecting What Now’s gunge recipe

Before he got into politics, the Labour MP poured his blood, sweat and tears into making green goo for children's television.
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By Lyric Waiwiri-Smith | 8th April, 2026
Politics reporter
Plabita Florence (Photo: Supplied)

Where to eat in Mt Eden, Auckland – an insider’s guide

Chef Plabita Florence shares the indulgent dessert she recommends eating at breakfast, her number one spot for noodles and best date-night location.
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By Charlotte Muru-Lanning | 8th April, 2026
Contributing writer
I always wanted to have children – $100,000 later, I’m still trying

I always wanted to have children – $100,000 later, I’m still trying

One woman's heart-wrenching story of trying to conceive in New Zealand.
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By Guest Writer | 8th April, 2026
Guest Post
How NZ may look this winter. Or not…

It could get properly cold this winter

It's too early to say for sure, but if an expected El Nino develops by June, more cold southwest airstreams could blow across the country than in recent winters.
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By Paul Gorman | 8th April, 2026
Guest writer
7,500 Auckland households remain under a boil water notice as a precautionary measure. (Illustration: The Spinoff)

Here’s what you might not know about a boil water notice

A boil water notice is in place for parts of Auckland – and there's more to it than not filling your glass from the tap.
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By Emma Gleason | 7th April, 2026
Contributing writer
Simeon Brown and Chris Bishop at the National Party conference in June 2023. (Photo by Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images)
Opinion

Can Simeon Brown run a Luxon campaign that Chris Bishop can’t?

For the role once likened to 'conductor of the orchestra', Christopher Luxon has swapped his most socially liberal minister for his most conservative.
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By Toby Manhire | 7th April, 2026
Editor-at-large
Mark Crysell and Deborah Coddington

Arguing with my mother-in-law about the state of NZ

Journalist Mark Crysell takes on his mother-in-law, former Act MP Deborah Coddington, in a debate about the state of NZ and what should be done.
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By Mark Crysell
Guest writer
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 & Deborah Coddington | 7th April, 2026
Guest writer
New To Streaming: What to watch on Netflix NZ, Neon and more this week

New To Streaming: What to watch on Netflix NZ, Neon and more this week

Including the reboot of yet another beloved 2000s sitcom and the final season of The Boys.
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By Thomas Giblin | 6th April, 2026
Guest writer
The opposition coalition controls 100% of parliament (Image: Joel MacManus)
Opinion

Every political party is in opposition now

In a rare show of unity, every party in parliament agrees they aren't the ones in charge.
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By Joel MacManus | 6th April, 2026
Senior writer
Range anxiety: the reality of owning an EV

Range anxiety: the reality of owning an EV

Commuting? Amazing. Maintenance? A breeze. Road trips? Hmmmm.
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By Henry Oliver | 4th April, 2026
Guest writer
‘Put your clocks back for the winter’ sings Jon Toogood in Shihad’s ‘Home Again’

Reminder: Put your clock back for the winter

This year, like every year since 1997, Shihad will help countless New Zealanders remember how daylight saving works.
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By Calum Henderson | 4th April, 2026
Production editor
An artist’s impression of Wayne Brown’s vision for the country
Opinion

Here’s the problem with Wayne Brown’s National-Labour coalition idea

The Auckland mayor wants a grand coalition. The idea neglects two major factors in politics: emotion and self-interest.
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By Andrew Geddis | 3rd April, 2026
Contributing writer
Design: Emily Wong

Ten of the best TV shows to watch this Easter

Stuck for something good to watch this holiday weekend? We’ve got you covered.
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By Group Think | 3rd April, 2026
A bunch of people
The one-stop guide to executing a perfect Easter egg hunt

The one-stop guide to executing a perfect Easter egg hunt

Timeless tips from a renowned chocolate eater and master budgeter.
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By Madeleine Chapman | 3rd April, 2026
Special correspondent

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