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Rocky rescue gets good result
Source: New Zealand Police A woman stuck on the rocks at Castor Bay had a lucky scape thanks to a charged mobile phone and quick Police work. Just after 1.30pm,...
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Government invests $2 million in Dunedin Tunnels Trail
Source: Radio New Zealand The Chain Hills Tunnel opened in the 1870s as a single railway line, before being decommissioned more than three decades later. RNZ / Tess Brunton The...
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Universities in ‘battle of the century’ with journal publisher Elsevier
Source: Radio New Zealand Universities could lose access to more than 1000 journals. (File photo) Photo: 123RF Thousands of academics and students in New Zealand and Australia are poised to...
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Green light for Dunedin Tunnels Trail
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing $2 million to extend the Dunedin Tunnels Trail and transform Dunedin into a premier cycling destination, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston...
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Government completes four bills in a week of political sideshows
Source: Radio New Zealand Parliament Last week, much of the political focus was on the ongoing tensions within Te Pāti Māori. This week has been much the same, with the...
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What to do if you have the coloured sand recalled for asbestos in your home
Source: Radio New Zealand Tremolite – a naturally occurring asbestos – had been found in samples during lab testing. Supplied / Product Safety NZ Nearly 60 schools and early childhood...
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Police say delay in responding to reports of disorder in Tauranga due to another incident
Source: Radio New Zealand Police say they did attend and disperse a crowd in Welcome Bay on 1 November after multiple complaints, though not immediately. RNZ / REECE BAKER Police...
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Manufacturing sector expands for fourth consecutive month in October
Source: Radio New Zealand A reading above 50.0 indicates expansion in the BNZ-Business New Zealand PMI, in October the score rose by 1.3 points to 51.4. 123rf Manufacturing activity expands,...
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Australian company to supply police’s new roadside drug-testing kits
Source: Radio New Zealand Police will start testing for THC, methamphetamine, MDMA and cocaine using the new oral-fluid testing devices. RNZ / Marika Khabazi Police have confirmed a deal with...
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Why an ‘Inspector-General’ might not have stopped the Jevon McSkimming cover-up
Source: Radio New Zealand Police Conduct Association founder Shannon Parker says the move to bring in an Inspector-General is a knee-jerk reaction. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly An advocate supporting people...
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Why low-flying German military planes are in New Zealand skies
Source: Radio New Zealand Luftwaffe means Air Force in German. Samantha Gee / RNZ Low-flying military aircraft have been seen around the country over the last week, with a deployment...
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‘Just looking for a result’: Scott Robertson on All Blacks’ challenge against England
Source: Radio New Zealand England v All Blacks Kick-off: 4:10am Sunday 16 November Allianz Stadium (Twickenham), London Live blog updates on RNZ England have been installed as favourites by some...
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Manufacturing orders up, but employment still a struggle – survey
Source: Radio New Zealand The survey showed a rise in new orders and production, but a further weakening of employment. 123rf Manufacturing sector activity expanded in October thanks to higher...
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EIT launches new landscaping pathway to meet growing demand in green industries
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 24 seconds ago EIT is launching a new hands-on training pathway designed to prepare aspiring landscapers and horticulture workers for careers in New Zealand’s fast-growing...
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Developer fined more than $48,000 for illegal earthworks on Auckland’s North Shore
Source: Radio New Zealand COD Crown Projects Limited pleaded guilty to two charges relating to unlawful earthworks. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly A developer has been fined $48,750 after admitting to...
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Dozens of schools and childcare centres report using asbestos-contaminated sand
Source: Radio New Zealand The Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) said people needed to stop using the products immediately. Supplied / Product Safety NZ The Ministry of Education...
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Sod turned on Whangārei Hospital car park extension
Source: New Zealand Government A key milestone has been reached in the redevelopment of Whangārei Hospital, with the sod turning for a major on-grade car parking extension to enable construction...
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Real Estate Authority reports increase in complaints in 2024/25 challenging market conditions
Source: Real Estate Authority (REA) In its 2025 Annual Report released today the Real Estate Authority (REA) reports a 35% increase in formal complaints about the conduct of licensed real estate professionals (licensees)...
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Retirement Commissioner – A roadmap to a better retirement: Review calls for cross-party action
Source: Retirement Commissioner The Retirement Commissioner is calling for cross-party action on the retirement income system – laying out a practical plan for what to do now while preparing for...
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Workshop fire sends smoke billowing across central Christchurch
Source: Radio New Zealand The fire at a mechanical workshop in the Christchurch suburb of Sydenham earlier sent smoke billowing across the central city. RNZ / Anna Sargent Firefighters have...
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New law to allow more pharmacist prescribers will free up GPs’ time, pharmacist says
Source: Radio New Zealand A law change passed this week means that pharmacists who own or invest in a pharmacy will be able to become prescribers from February next year....
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Ed-tech company Kami named EY entrepreneur of the year
Source: Radio New Zealand Kami co-founders Hengjie Wang and Alliv Samson with their award. SUPPLIED The co-founders of education technology platform Kami have been named EY entrepreneur of the year,...
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Real estate complaints hit record level
Source: Radio New Zealand The complaints related to customer service, skill and care, disclosure and misleading advertising. (File photo) 123RF The Real Estate Authority is fielding a record number of...
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Detection device selected for drug-impaired driver screening
Source: New Zealand Police Roadside screening for drug-impaired drivers has moved a step closer to becoming reality as Police confirm they have tested, and selected, a detection device. Police will...
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Seven queen yellow-legged hornets found in Auckland so far
Source: Radio New Zealand Seven queen yellow-legged hornets have now been found in Auckland. Biosecurity NZ Seven queen yellow-legged hornets have so far been found in Auckland as efforts ramp...
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CCTV catches thieves red handed
Source: New Zealand Police A trio of alleged burglars are going to court after being caught on camera during an early morning burglary in Hillsborough earlier this week. Around 3.53am...
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What’s fuelling the growing demand for Indian ethnic wear?
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand’s changing demographics in recent years is being reflected in the rising demand for Indian fashion. The demand has been fuelled by a fast-growing Indian...