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Tiny extinct bat found in NZ fossil record
Source: Radio New Zealand An artist’s impression of a short-tailed New Zealand bat, similar to the new Mystacina nymphe species newly discovered in Otago. Gavin Mouldey / supplied A palaeontologist...
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Horror won big at the 2026 Oscars – it’s time the genre was taken seriously
Source: Radio New Zealand Ryan Coogler’s period vampire movie Sinners was nominated for a record-breaking 16 Oscars, bringing home four golden statues – including the coveted best actor prize for...
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I’ve lived in Australia all my working life, can I come back for the NZ pension? – Ask Susan
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied/ Unsplash – Matt Bennett Got questions? RNZ has a podcast, Got questions? RNZ has a podcast, No Stupid Questions, with Susan Edmunds. We’d love to...
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Country Life: Possums, stoats and hedgehogs no match for Canterbury’s 4×4 trappers
Source: Radio New Zealand Ray Cossar (left) checks a DOC 200 Mustelid trap while Alastair Stewart resets a “flipping timmy” possum trap. RNZ/Anisha Satya It takes a village to raise...
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New Zealand joins 19 countries in statement condemning Iran’s attacks in the Gulf
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon emphasised the attacks against fuel tankers and energy infrastructure were leading to higher fuel prices for New Zealanders. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone...
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Crackhead: the TV show turning Kiwi pain into a punchline for a global audience
Source: Radio New Zealand Holly Shervey is the creator, writer and star of Crackhead. Matt Klitscher Warning: This story covers topics including sex addiction and suicide. New Kiwi dark comedy...
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Turning Kiwi pain into a punchline watched by a global audience
Source: Radio New Zealand Holly Shervey is the creator, writer and star of Crackhead. Matt Klitscher Warning: This story covers topics including sex addiction and suicide. New Kiwi dark comedy...
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Country Life: Inside Kapiro Farm’s quest to find the sheep of the future
Source: Radio New Zealand The seven-year long Sheep of the Future project started off with a flock of Romneys and the fifth generation in the programme is ready for mating....
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SIM Global Education Highlights Integrated Undergraduate Experience, Combining Academic Learning and Career Preparation
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 March 2026 – Undergraduate education today extends beyond academic instruction, with institutions increasingly emphasising the development of practical skills, career...
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Advice from the world’s happiest country, as NZ misses top 10
Source: Radio New Zealand Finland has once again been named the happiest country in the world, a title it has now held a record nine times. New Zealand often ranks...
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Is antibacterial soap any better at killing germs?
Source: Radio New Zealand If you’ve ever dealt with a sick household, the appeal of hand soap to kill germs is understandable and there are plenty of “antibacterial” and “antiseptic”...
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Robot Rampage: Enthusiasts watch epic final fight in Auckland
Source: Radio New Zealand Team Brazil was crowned champion at the Robot Rampage World Cup. Robot Rampage Fought inside a bulletproof cage, a battle between combat robots is not for...
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Don’t complain too much: Finland’s advice as NZ once again ranks below top 10 happiest countries
Source: Radio New Zealand It’s the third year in a row New Zealand has ranked outside the top 10 in the World Happiness Report. 123rf.com Finland has once again been...
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Military alliances: is NZ getting a tangled web or a ticket to get in?
Source: Radio New Zealand China is warning that military alliances will likely escalate rather than de-escalate tensions. NZ Defence Force China is warning that alliances will likely escalate rather than...
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What is vaginismus and how do you know if you have it?
Source: Radio New Zealand Madeleine Edwards had never heard of vaginismus, but about six months after giving birth to her daughter, Carmine, she was diagnosed with the condition. The 31-year-old,...
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New multi-million dollar plant in Kawerau to become home to Southern Hemisphere first
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied Small-town Bay of Plenty is about to be home to a Southern Hemisphere first with big benefits in the fight against potent greenhouse gases. A...
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Christchurch mosque attacks coronial inquiry paused because of other court action
Source: Radio New Zealand Deputy Chief Coroner Brigitte Windley. Iain McGregor/The Press The coronial inquiry into the Christchurch mosque attacks has been paused because of other court action. Deputy Chief...
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‘I feel let down’: Complainants to sport integrity agency wait 15 months for resolution
Source: Radio New Zealand Yachting NZ was the first national sports body to come under investigation by the Sport Integrity Commission. AFP/NICOLAS TUCAT When multihull sailor Liz Alonzi first spoke...
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Robbie Williams shows ‘touch and go’ without government funding, says Frontier Touring
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied / Farrel Music / Leo Baron There is more discord in the music industry over the government helping fund two Robbie Williams concerts. It has...
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Men can get out of the manosphere – former incels on why they left
Source: Radio New Zealand Louis Theroux’s recent documentary Inside the Manosphere, alongside Netflix’s 2025 hit drama Adolescence, has driven a spike in public discussion about the “manosphere”. The term refers...
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Commissioner’s speech to the National Cyber Security Summit 2026
Source: Privacy Commissioner 17 Mar 2026, 09:00 Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster spoke on Tuesday 17 March at Takina in Wellington It’s great to be here today to: share some observations,...
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Economy grew by 0.2 percent in last three months of 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Quin Tauetau Economy grows 0.2 pct in December quarter, 1.3 pct on year ago Data at the low end of expectations Previous quarter revised...
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Greenpeace says – Luxon’s office converted into Trump’s war minerals HQ
Source: Greenpeace Christopher Luxon’s electoral office has been converted into Trump’s war minerals headquarters today, reflecting the New Zealand Prime Minister’s new priority – turning Aotearoa into a critical minerals mining...
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‘Colonial-style arrogance’: China unhappy with NZ-Australia statement
Source: Radio New Zealand author:rnz digital reporters_] The Chinese Embassy. RNZ / REECE BAKER The Chinese Embassy says New Zealand and Australia’s recent comments on China are unwarranted and inappropriate,...
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Health NZ warned financial control ‘one of the thorniest’ aspects of decentralisation
Source: Radio New Zealand Health New Zealand (HNZ) has been warned that keeping financial control is “one of the thorniest” aspects of the government’s rapid push to devolution. RNZ Health...
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Why do we love feijoas more than anyone else in the world?
Source: Radio New Zealand When it cools down and autumn hits in New Zealand, office kitchens and staff rooms are suddenly abundant with the sweet smell of our widely available...
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Education delegation heads to Australia for maths engagements
Source: New Zealand Government Education Minister Erica Stanford is heading to Australia with an education delegation of 15 principals and deputy principals to attend the Maths Fact Fluency Masterclass and Explicit Mathematics...