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Former Interislander ferry returns to Nelson

· March 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand The former Interislander ferry is now flagged in the Caribbean nation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. Supplied / Jason Grimmett Former Interislander ferry Aratere is expected...

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Live: 36-hour heavy rain warnings begin in Northland

· March 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Rain has set in across Northland ahead of a major deluge expected – though so far it’s steady rather than torrential. Northland Regional Council data shows...

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Report reveals accessibility gaps holding New Zealanders back

· March 25, 2026

Source: Access Matters Aotearoa (AMA) Wellington, New Zealand – Access Matters Aotearoa (AMA) has released a major national report, highlighting entrenched accessibility barriers across Aotearoa, with calls for coordinated, system-wide reform....

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Greens promise to cap rent rises at 2 percent a year

· March 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Green Party co-leaders Marama Davidson and Chlöe Swarbrick. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The Greens have launched their housing policy for the election, promising legislation to limit...