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Gloriavale Christian School registration cancelled
Source: Radio New Zealand Gloriavale Christian Community on the West Coast, taken when it was visited by the Employment Court’s chief judge on 25 February 2023. RNZ / Jean Edwards...
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Second Fast-track quarry approved
Source: New Zealand Government A second substantial Auckland quarry project has gained Fast-track approval to expand operations, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Resources Minister Shane Jones says. Kings Quarry Limited...
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Major Fast-track mining project approved
Source: New Zealand Government The first major mining project, Waihi North, has gained consent today to expand operations until 2043 through the Fast-track process, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Resources...
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‘Some justice’ for exploited workers as ex-employer gets home detention
Source: Radio New Zealand Sneha Patel is sentenced to 11 months’ home detention for exploiting three migrant workers and failing to pay them thousands of dollars in wages. RNZ/Libby Kirkby-McLeod...
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Gas Security Fund to seek expressions of interest
Source: New Zealand Government The $200 million Gas Security Fund will open on 12 January 2026 to expressions of interest to help increase the availability of natural gas in New...
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Police abandon man’s yacht – and home – at sea after call for help
Source: Radio New Zealand The vessel was found more than 10 nautical miles at sea. 123rf A man who had allegedly just been stabbed lost his yacht – also his...
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A chick for Charlie Girl
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 18 December 2025 Charlie, who was a long-term resident of the Department of Conservation’s Te Anau Bird Sanctuary after being hit by a car, was...
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Pre-Christmas economic boost welcomed
Source: New Zealand Government Confirmation that the economy grew strongly in the third quarter of the year is welcome news before Christmas, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. Stats NZ reported...
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Economy rebounds into 1.1 percent growth for September quarter
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Economy grows 1.1% in September quarter, 1.3% on year ago Expectations were for a rise between 0.8-1.0% Previous quarter revised lower to 1 pct contraction...
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Best books of 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand 2025 has been a year of long books, which are often best saved for summer reading. Two are Booker-shortlisted finalists which explore diaspora: Susan Choi’s Flashlight...
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‘I’m bored’: Let the kids deal with it
Source: Radio New Zealand Long road trips. Longer plane rides. Quiet afternoons on a hot summer day. Camping without all your toys. Jen Parkes’ kids are used to long car...
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Starship patients light up Sky Tower for Christmas
Source: Radio New Zealand The patients find it exciting to have control of the large landmark, Starship Foundation says. Facebook / Sky Tower Rainbows, fire engines and Christmas trees are...
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The Oscars will abandon broadcast TV for YouTube starting in 2029
Source: Radio New Zealand The Oscars telecast will move from broadcasting to streaming in 2029, switching from ABC to YouTube — a watershed moment for the entertainment business. The Academy...
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Be sure before you leave the shore this summer
Source: Maritime New Zealand As the summer holidays approach, many people will be setting their out-of-office messages and making plans to head out on the water. The lakes are warming...
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New specialist mental health and psychogeriatric beds open in Lower Hutt
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is delivering faster access to mental health support with the addition of 31 new specialist beds at Manor Park Private Hospital in Lower Hutt, Minister...
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Visitor trends highlight simple naturing as Kiwis’ top way to unwind
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 18 December 2025 And coastal destinations and short walks – giving easy access to nature – continue to be the favourites for kiwis looking to...
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ASB, BNZ increase some fixed home loan interest rates
Source: Radio New Zealand BNZ will increase some fixed terms by between 19 and 30 basis points, while ASB is increasing some fixed rates by between 20 to 30 basis...
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Police officers spat at, called paedophiles in wake of Jevon McSkimming scandal
Source: Radio New Zealand Former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming RNZ / Mark Papalii Police officers have been spat at and called paedophiles, child abusers and kiddie fiddlers since Jevon McSkimming’s...
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Update on Gore firearms incident
Source: New Zealand Police Police are continuing to investigate a firearms incident in Gore yesterday that left two people injured. Shortly before 8pm Police were called to a house on...
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Draft guidance for self-assessable changes to agricultural chemical and veterinary medicine trade name product registrations
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say New Zealand Food Safety is inviting public comment on new self-assessable changes guidance documents and changes to the existing chemistry and...
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Households ponder future of gas as supply dwindles
Source: Radio New Zealand The rate of gas installations has slowed, as the supply shrinks. 123RF.com Renewables advocates claim it’s “madness” that thousands of new piped gas connections are being...
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GDP announcement expected to show economic rebound
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Rebekah Parsons-King Numbers out today are likely to show the economy rebounded in the September quarter. Gross domestic product – a broad measure of...
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Households ponder pros, cons of gas against electricity as supply dwindles
Source: Radio New Zealand The rate of gas installations has slowed, as the supply shrinks. 123RF.com Renewables advocates claim it’s “madness” that thousands of new piped gas connections are being...
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Customers jump on fixed terms as rates rise
Source: Radio New Zealand ANZ has seen more customers asking about switching from floating rate to a fixed one. RNZ Home loan customers are hustling to fix as rates start...
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Bondi community returning to new normal, after shooting tragedy
Source: Radio New Zealand Kazzi Beach Greek displays Israel flags to support the victims, but has had both positive and negative feedback. Charlotte Cook Bondi businesses say they will feel...
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Is Antoine Dupont the best rugby player in the world?
Source: Radio New Zealand Is Antoine Dupont the best player in the world? Former team mate Pita Ahki says yes, having been there for the French halfback’s rise to prominence...
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Lever Style Announces Seventh Acquisition Since IPO, Continuing Group Expansion in the Global Apparel Supply Chain Sector
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 December 2025 – Lever Style Corporation (HKEX: 1346, “Lever Style”), has acquired designated assets from Active Apparel Group...