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The Black Ferns Sevens cruised to the final of the Hong Kong leg of the world series by defeating Canada 41-0 in the semifinal, showcasing dominant attacking play with seven tries. Manaia Nuku scored early, and the team continued to apply pressure with Sarah Hirini and Jorja Miller excelling in turnovers. Jazmin Felix-Hotham scored twice, with additional tries from Nuku, Risi Pouri-Lane, Miller, Kelsey Tineti, and Michaela Brake, setting up a final against Australia, who...

In response to being a victim of drink spiking at an Auckland bar, Gaby Ivanov-Giraldo is advocating for raising awareness and reducing victim shame. She emphasized the importance of reporting incidents, staying vigilant, and opting for bottled drinks for safety. Ivanov-Giraldo shared her experience to empower others and prevent similar incidents, urging people not to blame themselves and to recognize spikers as criminals. Full Article

People are encouraged to adopt sustainable practices during EcoFest 2025, with over 200 events citywide, including activities in east Auckland by the Beautification Trust. The festival aims to inspire sustainable practices, foster a love for nature, and raise environmental awareness through workshops, open gardens, repair cafes, and environmental action days from March 22 to April 22. EcoFest empowers and connects communities, offering hope and proactive responses to global environmental challenges, with events like the Pollinator...

Life on Earth is experiencing a sixth mass extinction, with over 60 species in Aotearoa extinct since human arrival. Conservation efforts in New Zealand have focused on predator control, but invasive species, habitat loss, climate change, disrupted ecosystems, and human interactions are also contributing to species decline. Three species facing survival challenges include the tara iti (New Zealand fairy tern), migratory galaxiids (whitebait species), and pāteke (brown teal), highlighting the need for a broader, research-backed...

A 32-year-old South Canterbury woman has been charged with the murder of Anaru Moana, who was reported missing in December 2021. She appeared in court and was remanded in custody, with a court date set for April 11. This brings the total to four people charged in connection with Mr. Moana's murder, as police continue to search for his body and urge the public to provide any information they may have. Full Article

Noraini Abbas Milne, who lost her son in the Christchurch mosque attacks, started the 51 Threads project, where community members create embroidered pieces for healing. Using a limited color palette, participants reflect on words like hope and peace while learning embroidery. The project provides therapeutic benefits and a sense of unity for those involved. Full Article