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OpinionJuly 22

Today in History, July 23, 2026

Today is Thursday, July 23, the 204th day of 2026.
Today in History, July 23, 2026
Today in History, July 23, 2026
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OpinionJuly 22

The making of Otago Harbour

The Aramoana mole and wall that were built over 40 years ago have been so effective that no dredging has been required since.
The making of Otago Harbour
The making of Otago Harbour
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OpinionJuly 22

Trump and the threshold of pain

IT would be so easy for Donald Trump to escape from the trap he has built for himself in the Persian Gulf. Just declare a victory and leave.
Gwynne Dyer
Trump and the threshold of pain
Trump and the threshold of pain
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OpinionJuly 22

A viking roar, and then the axe falls

JIM emailed from Canada. He’d fulfilled an ambition by having a log burner installed — only he called it a wood stove.
A viking roar, and then the axe falls
A viking roar, and then the axe falls
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OpinionJuly 22

RMA muddle

Last year when the government announced its proposals for replacing the Resource Management Act, it touted them as a once-in-a- generation reform.
RMA muddle
RMA muddle
OpinionJuly 22

Mayor Barker goes to New York

Imagine the thrill of winning an opportunity to represent your city.
Mayor Barker goes to New York
Mayor Barker goes to New York
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OpinionJuly 21

Today in History, July 22, 2026

Today is Wednesday, July 22, the 203rd day of 2026.
Today in History, July 22, 2026
Today in History, July 22, 2026
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OpinionJuly 21

Fertile ground for Massey

The new Agricultural College is to be established at Palmerston North. The Minister of Agriculture made a lengthy statement on the subject in the House of Representatives this afternoon.
Fertile ground for Massey
Fertile ground for Massey
OpinionJuly 21

Is there really a global loneliness epidemic? Research reveals a more complex picture

FEW human experiences are as universal – or as poorly understood – as loneliness.
Is there really a global loneliness epidemic? Research reveals a more complex picture
Is there really a global loneliness epidemic? Research reveals a more complex picture
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Spain, France battle deadly wildfires as intense heat grips Europe again

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South OtagoJuly 22

Police urge caution at crash scenes

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NationalJuly 22

New Zealand 'on track for net zero': Luxon

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NationalJuly 22

New residence rules for migrants' parents on the way

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BusinessJuly 22

Housing market remains subdued as sales weaken