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Benefit rates rise, but is it enough?
Source: Radio New Zealand Benefit rates are set to rise on 1 April. RNZ / Quin Tauetau Benefit rates are set to rise on 1 April, but there are concerns...
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New multi-million dollar plant in Kawerau to become home to Southern Hemisphere first
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied Small-town Bay of Plenty is about to be home to a Southern Hemisphere first with big benefits in the fight against potent greenhouse gases. A...
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Fewer victims of crime, annual Justice survey reveals
Source: Radio New Zealand The annual Crime and Victims Survey showed 28 percent of adults – or 1.2 million people – were victims of crime during the 12 months to...
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‘I feel let down’: Complainants to sport integrity agency wait 15 months for resolution
Source: Radio New Zealand Yachting NZ was the first national sports body to come under investigation by the Sport Integrity Commission. AFP/NICOLAS TUCAT When multihull sailor Liz Alonzi first spoke...
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Super Rugby preview: The bus is back, All Black’s son to debut
Source: Radio New Zealand Hurricanes player Warner Dearns celebrates after he scores a try. Photosport A Hurricane warning is in effect in Super Rugby Pacific. The ‘Canes have climbed to...
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Employment Issues – MBIE still fighting to cut flexible work as third mediation looms and Employment Relations Authority hearing set – PSA
Source: PSA MBIE’s controversial and unlawful crackdown on flexible work arrangements protected under its collective agreement with workers will be subject to a third round of mediation with the PSA in...
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Li Ning Company Limited Announces 2025 Annual Results
Source: Media Outreach Anchored in a “Single Brand, Multi-categories, Diversified Channels” StrategyTechnology and Premium Sports Resources Drive Our Competitive Edge FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS During the year, the Group recorded the following...
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Technology entrepreneur Sir Rod Drury named 2026 New Zealander of the Year
Source: Radio New Zealand Sir Rod Drury. RNZ / Diego Opatowski Technology entrepreneur Sir Rod Drury has been named 2026 New Zealander of the Year. The founder of cloud-based accounting...
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Cushman & Wakefield Ranked No.1 Real Estate Investment Brokerage Firm in Greater China, Hong Kong, and Chinese Mainland Industrial Market in 2025 by MSCI
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 March 2026 – Cushman & Wakefield has been recognized as the top real estate investment brokerage firm in...
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PT Danantara Investment Management opens DPT registration for PSEL partners
Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 March 2026 – In its efforts to accelerate the energy transition while addressing the growing challenge of urban waste,...
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Robbie Williams shows ‘touch and go’ without government funding, says Frontier Touring
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied / Farrel Music / Leo Baron There is more discord in the music industry over the government helping fund two Robbie Williams concerts. It has...
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Pioneering Māori broadcaster and journalist Moari Stafford dies
Source: Radio New Zealand Pioneering Māori journalist Moari Stafford. Moari Stafford Pioneering Māori broadcaster and journalist Moari Stafford, who cultivated opportunity and empowered generations of Māori journalists for more than...
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Wellingtonians split over second tunnels and SH1 revamp
Source: Radio New Zealand Artist’s impression of the Mt Victoria tunnel, part of the NZTA proposals for State Highway 1 in Wellington, which would see a second tunnel. Supplied /...
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‘Durable’ defender Francis de Vries first to bring up 50 for Auckland FC
Source: Radio New Zealand Francis de Vries of Auckland FC takes a selfie with fans, supporters and crowd. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz Auckland FC defender Francis de Vries has played every A-League...
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Dilworth abuse survivor says $90,000 redress offer ‘insultingly small’
Source: Radio New Zealand Dilworth’s redress programme began in 2023, with 261 survivors having accepted and settled their applications for redress by the end of 2025. RNZ / Dan Cook...
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Can Gio: The Emerging Catalyst in Southern Vietnam’s Tourism Transformation
Source: Media Outreach HCMC, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 March 2026 – Southern Vietnam consistently stands out as one of the country’s most dynamic gateways for international travelers....
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Takitimu North Link Stage 2 Fast-tracked
Source: New Zealand Government A major transport upgrade for the Western Bay of Plenty has received Fast-track approval, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says. NZTA lodged its application in August 2025...
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New survey shows drop in crime
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Justice Headline: New survey shows drop in crime Fewer people are becoming victims of crime in New Zealand, according to new data published today. The...
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Football Ferns named for World Cup Oceania Qualifiers Finals in NZ
Source: Radio New Zealand Kate Taylor is back for the Football Ferns. Shane Wenzlick / Phototek.nz The Football Ferns squad has been named for the Oceania Qualifiers finals in Aotearoa...
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In Pictures: The people of Polyfest
Source: Radio New Zealand This week, the Manukau Sports Bowl has been transformed into a multi-stage cultural hub for 11,000 performers from 73 high schools. Participants tell RNZ the Polyfest...
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How do I make the most of my mince?
Source: Radio New Zealand Usually considered a low-cost staple for families, the price of mince has recorded the biggest annual increase since data began. Beef mince is up 23.2 percent,...
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Watch: Students share what Polyfest means to them
Source: Radio New Zealand Students performing at this weeks ASB Polyfest say the festival is a celebration of their diverse identities. More than 11,000 performers from 73 schools are set...
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Serious Fraud Office looking at Chatham Islands Council spending
Source: Radio New Zealand A scathing Auditor General report said former council chief executive Paul Eagle’s actions over a project to upgrade his own accommodation were unacceptable and misleading. RNZ...
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Clark Laidlaw extends time as Hurricanes head coach
Source: Radio New Zealand Clark Laidlaw head coach of the Hurricanes before Super Rugby Pacific – Hurricanes v Chiefs at Sky Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand on Saturday 13 April 2024....
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Waihoehoe Road Upgrade driving forward
Source: New Zealand Government Main construction is getting underway on the Waihoehoe Road Upgrade, helping to build the future of Auckland’s transport system Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “This marks...
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Auckland’s annual plan – have you given feedback yet?
Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council’s plan for 2026/2027 is out for public feedback now, setting out the council’s services, activities and spend for the year ahead.Aucklanders are encouraged to share...
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Takeaways from US intelligence officials’ testimony amid war with Iran
Source: Radio New Zealand By Aaron Blake, CNN Director of Defense Intelligence Agency James Adams III, US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, and Acting Commander of US Cyber Command...