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Local state of emergency lifts for Ōhura
Source: Radio New Zealand Flooded farmland in Ōhura, on 19 April, 2026. Supplied/ Ross Perry The local state of emergency for Ōhura in the Ruapehu District has been lifted. Flooding...
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Looking to history to protect marae from climate change
Source: Radio New Zealand Dr Akuhata Bailey-Winiata. Supplied/The University of Waikato New research is looking to examples from the past to inform how marae might relocate and rebuild in the...
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New invention sees newborn babies stay asleep during hearing checks
Source: Radio New Zealand Baby Lihona sleeps while she has her hearing checked. Supplied Technicians at Christchurch Hospital have come up with a simple invention to keep newborn babies asleep...
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He taonga tuku iho: Remembering 28th Māori Battalion soldier Robert McLean
Source: Radio New Zealand This story is part of a series sharing the voices of whānau of the 28th Māori Battalion, keeping their memories alive. Before any kōrero begins, Piripi...
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Moana looking for another miracle
Source: Radio New Zealand Miracle Faiʻilagi was a foundation member of Moana, and used his time there to elevate his game to become one of the country’s premier loose forwards....
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The House: Open mic night at Parliament
Source: Radio New Zealand VNP / Daniela Maoate-Cox Debate in Parliament reveals a patchwork of roles and purposes: representational and legislative; government and governance; personal and political. The political weight...
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How much money do you really need to retire early?
Source: Radio New Zealand Friends That Invest founder Simran Kaur. Supplied Friends That Invest founder Simran Kaur recently told her online networks that she had retired at age 29. She...
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Councils want government to pay for more for natural hazard protections
Source: Radio New Zealand Severe weather has struck many communities hard in recent years, now some want more government input into safeguards (file Nelson, 2025). Supplied / Valeriya Horyayeva Councils...
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Super Rugby Pacific: Hurricanes v ACT Brumbies
Source: Radio New Zealand The Hurricanes brutalised the Brumbies 45-12. Liam Swiggs / RNZ The man simply can’t stop scoring. NZ Rugby will be rueing letting Fehi Fineanganofo go, with...
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NRL live: NZ Warriors v Dolphins
Source: Radio New Zealand Follow all the NRL action, as the Warriors head to Hnry Stadium for an Anzac Day encounter with the Dolphins. This fixture is the first of...
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Netball: Stars show attacking prowess in 59-55 win over Pulse in Wellington
Source: Radio New Zealand Stars wing attack Claire O’Brien provided great service to her shooters. Blake Armstrong The Stars have bounced back from a disappointing loss to win their round...
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Team effort saves kayaker from Waitematā Harbour
Source: New Zealand Police Police have saved a man from near-death after he fell out of a kayak and spent more than two hours in the waters of Waitematā Harbour....
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NRL: NZ Warriors young gun Jacob Laban returns home for Anzac clash with Dolphins
Source: Radio New Zealand Jacob Laban scores a try for the Warriors against Wests Tigers. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport NRL: NZ Warriors v Dolphins 8pm Saturday, 25 April Hnry Stadium, Wellington Live...
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Anti-racism group stands by Indian communities in wake of haka
Source: Radio New Zealand By MATA Che Wilson told MATA the controversial haka was aimed specifically at ACT MP Parmjeet Parmar and not the Indian community as a whole. Supplied...
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One in critical condition after weapon assault in Dunedin
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly A person is in critical condition at Dunedin Hospital, after they were assaulted with a weapon Saturday morning. Police said they were...
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Antiracism group stands by Indian communities in wake of haka
Source: Radio New Zealand By MATA Che Wilson told MATA the controversial haka was aimed specifically at ACT MP Parmjeet Parmar and not the Indian community as a whole. Supplied...
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Royal New Zealand Air Force completes medical evacuation from Antarctica
Source: Radio New Zealand A successful mission for the C-130J Hercules Justin Busbridge/Antarctica New Zealand The Royal New Zealand Air Force has successfully completed the evacuation of a a patient...
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NRL: NZ Warriors young Jacob Laban returns home for Anzac clash with Dolphins
Source: Radio New Zealand Jacob Laban scores a try for the Warriors against Wests Tigers. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport NRL: NZ Warriors v Dolphins 8pm Saturday, 25 April Hnry Stadium, Wellington Live...
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Te Kaha stadium build completed with no major harm incidents
Source: Worksafe New Zealand WorkSafe New Zealand is hailing the construction safety record on Christchurch’s new Te Kaha stadium, ahead of its first major event this weekend. The stadium was...
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Auckland liquor licences axed or suspended after selling booze to teen Silas Sims before fatal crash
Source: Radio New Zealand First published on Silas Sims, 16, was killed when his car hit a power pole last July. Open Justice Teenager Silas Sims and his underage mates...
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Te Kaha review: Christchurch’s new stadium delivers for its city
Source: Radio New Zealand A long 15 years after losing their sporting home, the Crusaders entered a new chapter, when the doors of Te Kaha opened. RNZ / Stan McFerrier...
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Phoenix end A-League season with heavy loss to Macarthur
Source: Radio New Zealand Chris Greenacre. www.photosport.nz Coach Chris Greenacre admits his team were “nowhere near the pace” after crashing to a 4-0 loss to Macarthur FC in their final...
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Daughter dedicates decades to preserving the legacy of the 28th Māori Battalion
Source: Radio New Zealand Juliana Keefe has spent more than 25 years preserving the legacy of the 28th Māori Battalion, ensuring the stories of her father, his three brothers and...
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Musician MĀ was born to brave a storm
Source: Radio New Zealand On Monday night, Maarire Brunning-Kouka aka MĀ was sheltering in her little Haitaitai flat with her partner and their two cats. But just like every time...
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The gallantry of Kiwi soldiers immortalised in a tiny French town
Source: Radio New Zealand One week before the end of World War I, New Zealand soldiers fought their last battle to restore Le Quesnoy to the French. RNZ / Sharon...
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Live: Anzac Day commemorations around New Zealand
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ/Marika Khabazi New Zealanders at home and around the world will gather to mark Anzac Day in recognition of the first big military action by Australian...
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All Blacks star Jordie Barrett back to Christchurch where it all began
Source: Radio New Zealand Jordie Barrett began his pro career with Canterbury in 2016. John Davidson Barretts usually kick off their professional careers in their home province of Taranaki. However,...