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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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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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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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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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Schools across Aotearoa reaffirm commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi after changes to Education Act
Source: Radio New Zealand The tino rangatiratanga haki (flag) outside Parliament on the day of the Treaty Principles Bill introduction. RNZ / Emma Andrews A growing number of schools across...
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Schools across Aotearoa reaffirm commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi despite changes to Education Act
Source: Radio New Zealand The tino rangatiratanga haki (flag) outside Parliament on the day of the Treaty Principles Bill introduction. RNZ / Emma Andrews A growing number of schools across...
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Toihoukura students bring Māori art to life at Auckland Museum
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 9 hours ago The spirit of contemporary Māori art is taking centre stage at Auckland Museum this month, with a new exhibition showcasing works by...
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BODW In the City 2025 celebrates Designs with CurioCity Countdown to a Two-Week Design Feast
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 November 2025 – Following the success of the 2024 edition, the Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC) is again...
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Massey University’s vet school officially opens $160 million revamp
Source: Radio New Zealand The $70 million Ngā Huia building is the final part of a $160m upgrade to vet school facilities. RNZ/Jimmy Ellingham The final stage of a $160...
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Non-existent trust contracted to set up charter school
Source: Radio New Zealand Associate Education Minister David Seymour initially told reporters on Thursday the trust did exist RNZ / Mark Papalii Associate Education Minister David Seymour says contracting a...
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‘Embarrassing’: International climate expert at COP30 scorns NZ’s methane target
Source: Radio New Zealand Dr Bill Hare has called the government’s climbdown on methane emissions dangerous and embarrassing. Supplied/The Australia Institute New Zealand’s climbdown on its methane emissions target and...
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Nearly 200 schools write to Education Minister Erica Stanford over removal of Treaty obligations
Source: Radio New Zealand Education Minister Erica Stanford visits Rangitoto College, Auckland, 5 August 2025. RNZ / Calvin Samuel Two of the boards that spoke out over the government’s axing...
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Asia NZ Foundation – New Report Sheds Light on How Southeast Asia Sees New Zealand
Source: Asia New Zealand Foundation The Asia New Zealand Foundation Te Whītau Tūhono has released new research exploring how informed voices across Southeast Asia perceive New Zealand’s foreign policy and international...
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Controversial Regulatory Standards Bill passes third reading
Source: Radio New Zealand Minister for Regulation David Seymour. RNZ The Regulatory Standards Bill has passed with the backing of the coalition parties. National and New Zealand First agreed to...
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There could be another chance to spot an aurora over southern NZ tonight
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied / Ian Griffin Keen stargazers could be in for another glimpse on an aurora that lit up skies at the southern end of the country...
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Dunedin bottle store to close earlier after backlash
Source: Radio New Zealand Bottle O Cumberland originally applied to increase its off-licence hours to 9am until 10pm each day. 123RF A North Dunedin bottle store in the student quarter...
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Media Advisory: Police graduation in Auckland tomorrow
Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to attend the graduation ceremony of Recruit Wing 390 in Auckland tomorrow. The ceremony mark the recruits’ completion of their initial training course...
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Live: Black Caps v West Indies – fifth T20
Source: Radio New Zealand The Black Caps take on the West Indies at University Oval in Dunedin in the fifth and final match of the T20 international series. New Zealand...
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FASHION TO RECONNECT: A Tale of Two Style Capitals From 17 November to 25 December
Source: Media Outreach Bringing together the fashion capitals of the East and West, featuring 9 Hong Kong-based and 15 Italian designers and brands FASHION TO RECONNECT Fashion Exhibition: creating an...
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New IP rules to boost research commercialisation
Source: New Zealand Government A new national intellectual property (IP) policy will give New Zealand researchers more control over their inventions and greater opportunities to turn world-class ideas into commercial...
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Road blocked, Culverden Road/SH7, Culverden
Source: New Zealand Police Culverden Road/State Highway 7, Culverden, Hurunui, is blocked due to a serious crash this afternoon. Police were called to the single-vehicle crash, between Long Plantation Road...
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Some schools defy government move on Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Tom Furley Some schools are defying the government’s removal of their Treaty of Waitangi obligations. Their boards have published public statements affirming their commitment...
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Schools, early learning centres urged to stop using asbestos-contaminated sand
Source: Radio New Zealand Educational Colours Rainbow Sand has been recalled. Supplied / Product Safety NZ The Ministry of Education has alerted schools and early learning centres to stop using...
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David Seymour blames teacher strikes for drop in school attendance in last week of term
Source: Radio New Zealand David Seymour says strikes in the final week of Term 3 prompted many to begin their holidays early. RNZ / Mark Papalii Associate Education Minister David...
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Universities – Rethinking happiness in the hybrid workplace – UoA
Source: University of Auckland Have you ever misinterpreted a colleague’s tone on a Teams chat? Or wondered what Mike meant by his face-without-a-mouth emoji in response to your carefully worded...
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Black Caps eye T20 series win against big-hitting Windies
Source: Radio New Zealand © Copyright Andrew Cornaga 2020 / www.photosport.nz / Photosport Ltd Black Caps v West Indies – fifth T20 First ball: 1.15pm University Oval, Dunedin Live blog...