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Bill to give police new powers to move and detain introduced to Parliament
Source: Radio New Zealand Police Minister Mark Mitchell. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone A new bill would give police new powers but just how far it goes will now be fought...
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Around the world for a jersey: The extreme travel of New Zealand’s athletes
Source: Radio New Zealand A Football Ferns training session in Honiara. Joshua Devenie / Phototek.nz Sailors representing New Zealand stopped off in the most countries (8) of any team in...
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The “It’s Time 4 European Beef” Campaign Was Very Well Received in Singapore in 2025, and Expectations Are High for 2026
Source: Media Outreach As part of the European campaign “It’s Time For European Beef”, the promotional activities carried out in 2025 and those currently underway in 2026 are reinforcing the...
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Super Rugby preview: Vidiri legacy honoured, Carter to centre for Chiefs
Source: Radio New Zealand The Blues and Fijian Drua will play for the inaugural Joeli Vidiri Trophy this weekend. Photosport The final piece of the All Black’s puzzle now awaits....
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Civil Defence teams to assess damage caused by latest storm
Source: Radio New Zealand Flooding in Kāeo township NZTA/Supplied Civil Defence teams are heading out in Northland to assess how much damage the latest storm has caused. A red heavy...
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‘No response’: Jevon McSkimming yet to pay back taxpayer funded hotel stays during affair
Source: Radio New Zealand Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. RNZ / Mark Papalii Disgraced former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming has not replied to a request to pay back...
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These Waikato hydro lakes are supposed to be safe to swim in, but a toxic algae problem is getting worse
Source: Radio New Zealand In a finger-like branch of Lake Ohakuri the water is as green as the grassy paddocks surrounding it. It’s thick with algae. The microscopic plant-like organisms...
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Research – Cost of living dominates Kiwis’ concerns – but sustainability still shapes trust, choices and expectations of business
Source: Sustainable Business Council The cost of living continues to emerge as New Zealanders’ top concern – yet sustainability continues to play a decisive role in how people judge businesses, according...
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Bridging the Digital Divide: 5G Drives Rural Revitalization in Guangxi, China
Source: Media Outreach CHONGZUO, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2026 – In the karst terrain of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Buhua Village, once a remote and economically...
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Ping An Digital Bank Embarks on a New Journey
Source: Media Outreach “Always with You, Always Ahead,” From banking services to life protection planning, professionally supports your journey with peace of mind HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire...
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Ayako Rokkaku Unveils ‘THE ISLAND – ONIGASHIMA’ at LANDMARK: A Monumental Artistic Odyssey in Central
Source: Media Outreach A Grand Scale Hong Kong Solo Debut Transforms the Atrium into a Tactile Art Experience HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2026 –...
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Young mum facing life-threatening stem cell transplant delays for cancer treatment
Source: Radio New Zealand Loran, her husband and two sons, aged one and three. Supplied A young mum facing life-threatening delays for cancer treatment may be forced to raise more...
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‘Lifesaving’ North Canterbury eating disorder facility can’t attract government funding
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Warning: This story contains reference to suicide. Residential eating disorder facility says without funding from Health NZ, only those who can afford the cost can...
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Proposed deportation changes could disproportionately affect Pacific Island nationals
Source: Radio New Zealand Immigration Minister Erica Stanford. RNZ / Mark Papalii Government documents show changes aimed at strengthening deportation levers could disproportionately affect Pacific Island nationals, but the Immigration...
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Mackenzie mayor dismisses fuel concerns as Twizel hosts Maadi Rowing Regatta
Source: Radio New Zealand The Maadi Rowing Regatta is held at Lake Ruataniwha on alternate years. © Picture Show Ltd 2024 Mackenzie mayor Scott Aronsen has dismissed reports Twizel is...
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Storm Northland UPDATE 02; MARCH WEATHER EVENT
Source: Northland Regional Council Date: Thursday 26 March Update number: 02 @ 1640 hrs UPDATE 02; MARCH WEATHER EVENT An update on the weather situation as of 1640hrs today (Thursday 26 March). Severe weather...
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NRL: NZ Warriors v Wests Tigers – what you need to know
Source: Radio New Zealand Luke Metcalf and Adam Doueihi will face off, when NZ Warriors host Wests Tigers. Photosport/RNZ NRL: NZ Warriors v Wests Tigers Kickoff 8pm, Friday, 27 March...
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Boao: Where the World Meets | Qionghai: Where Free Trade Thrives
Source: Media Outreach QIONGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2026 – From March 24-27, the ” Boao: Where the World Meets, Qionghai: Where Free Trade Thrives” City...
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Former Anglican priest Jonathan Kirkpatrick sexually violated teen at Canterbury bach
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Nate McKinnon Former Anglican priest Jonathan Kirkpatrick can now be revealed as the man who sexually violated a teenager at his Canterbury bach over...
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Tax changes passed to provide fuel price relief
Source: New Zealand Government A bill providing additional temporary support for low-to-middle income working families amid rising fuel prices driven by the Middle East conflict has passed its final reading...
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All Whites keen to put best foot forward in last two local matches before World Cup
Source: Radio New Zealand All Whites football training ahead of the FIFA Series. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz The All Whites want to leave a lasting impression in their final two games on...
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Wellcome and COFCO Hong Kong Announce Strategic Partnership Target First-Year Sales to Exceed HK$100 Million
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2026 – Wellcome and COFCO Corporation Limited (“COFCO”) held a strategic cooperation agreement signing ceremony, announcing the...
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States of emergency declared for Far North, Whangārei
Source: Radio New Zealand State Highway 1 is closed at the slip-prone Mangamuka Gorge in the Far North as a safety precaution. Supplied/NZTA States of emergency have been announced for...
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InnoCare Releases 2025 Results and Business Highlights, Achieving First Annual Profit
Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – EQS Newswire – 26 March 2025 – InnoCare Pharma (HKEX: 09969; SSE: 688428), a leading biopharmaceutical company focusing on cancer and autoimmune diseases, today...
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More than half of families in material hardship will not get $50 fuel support package
Source: Radio New Zealand Louise Upston says the government has been very clear that any response needs to be targeted. RNZ / Mark Papalii The Green Party is crying foul...
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Appeal for information, burglaries, Napier
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Senior Sergeant Dan Scott – Napier Police: Police are appealing to the public for information following burglaries in Greenmeadows and Tamatea. Police were called...
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ANZ says Middle East conflict will mean house prices fall
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Quin Tauetau ANZ says it now expects house prices to fall this year as conflict in the Middle East means lower household confidence and...