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A2 Milk posts net profit of over $112 million for six months to December
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Infant formula maker A2 Milk showed a solid lift in first half profit on the back of double digit growth in sales allowing an increase...
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Heavy rain and wind hits Wellington region bringing down trees, flooding roads
Source: Radio New Zealand A fallen tree in the Wellington suburb of Newlands after high winds. RNZ / Mark Papalii Heavy rain and wind is hitting the capital, flooding streets...
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Contact Energy net profit up 44 percent to $205 million in six months to December
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Nate McKinnon Contact Energy’s half-year profit is up 44 percent, despite a 5 percent dip in revenue. The company has made a first half...
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First kākāpō chick in four years hatches on Valentine’s Day
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 16 February 2026 Kākāpō Yasmine hatched an egg fostered from kākāpō Tīwhiri on Valentine’s Day, bringing the total number of kākāpō to 237 – though...
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World champion Luca Harrington qualifies for big air final
Source: Radio New Zealand Luca Harrington of New Zealand at the Winter Olympics, 2026. www.photosport.nz Wānaka freeskier Luca Harrington has qualified for the final of the big air at the...
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Halberg Awards: World champions expected to dominate
Source: Radio New Zealand George Beamish of New Zealand in the Men’s 3000m Steeplechase at the 2025 Tokyo Athletics World Championships in Japan Athletics New Zealand / Photosport World champions...
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Storm News – Firefighters respond to over 800 calls for assistance
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Firefighters are continuing to respond to calls for assistance from people affected by the storm moving across the country. Between 6pm last night and 8am...
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The ultimate super-mum: Ruahine the kōkako defies age in the Hūnua Ranges
Source: Auckland Council In human years she wouldn’t quite qualify for a Gold Card but in kōkako years, Ruahine is a living legend. At around 21 years of age, Ruahine...
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All Blacks Du’Plessis Kirifi and Jordie Barrett to captain Hurricanes
Source: Radio New Zealand Du’Plessis Kirifi of New Zealand celebrates his try, New Zealand All Blacks v France. Brett Phibbs/www.photosport.nz The Hurricanes have named All Blacks Du’Plessis Kirifi and Jordie...
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Universities – Yili-Lincoln University research collaboration informs global health policy
Source: Yili Riddet Institute Fellow Laureate Paul Moughan has led a research collaboration with Yili’s Innovation Centre in New Zealand which will help shape World Health Organisation policy on infant...
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Environment – Mine e-waste for gold, not beautiful landscapes – Zero Waste
Source: Zero Waste Aotearoa As a fast-track consent is sought for a major gold mine in Central Otago and another has already been granted in Coromandel, Zero Waste Aotearoa is...
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O-Week in Dunedin: Police and university to monitor ‘feral’ student behaviour
Source: Radio New Zealand Castle Street in Dunedin on a Sunday morning during O-Week. RNZ / Tess Brunton Police and the University of Otago will be monitoring student behaviour, with...
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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon ‘open’ to looking at bed tax in a second term
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s announcement about a plan to establish an LNG import facility, and the levy to fund it, has been badly received. Marika Khabazi...
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Why Auckland’s bug problem is getting worse
Source: Radio New Zealand A sign warning of yellow-legged hornets on the North Shore in Auckland. RNZ / Isra’a Emhail From ants inside clothing packages from Australia to potentially deadly...
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Hamilton residents face shake-up in how they pay for water
Source: Radio New Zealand Carla Johnstone, a Hamilton resident whose household is taking part in a water meter trial. RNZ / Libby Kirkby-McLeod Hamilton residents are facing a shake-up in...
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Freightways sees first half profit lift as economy turns around
Source: Radio New Zealand The company saw its bottom line profit increase by 17 percent. Supplied Courier and information management company Freightways posted a strong first-half result as economic conditions...
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Onehunga shooting: Police seize shotgun during search
Source: Radio New Zealand Police seize shotgun during search of Māngere property. Supplied/Police A shotgun has been seized during a search of a Māngere property, as part of the ongoing...
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Minister to attend AI Impact Summit in India
Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology and Universities Minister Dr Shane Reti will visit India this week to attend the flagship artificial intelligence (AI) Impact Summit, strengthening international...
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Wellington Water chair’s resignation ‘right thing to do’ – Mayor Andrew Little
Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington mayor Andrew Little. RNZ / Mark Papalii Wellington’s mayor says he has confidence in Wellington Water’s current leadership, after its chair resigned in the wake...
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Six-monthly company reporting season hoped to start to reflect turnaround in economy
Source: Radio New Zealand Investment firm Forsyth Barr said 2025 looked to have ended on a strong note and it would be looking for revenue and profit margin growth. RNZ...
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Wellington Water chair’s resignation ‘right thing to do’ – Mayor Anderw Little
Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington mayor Andrew Little. RNZ / Mark Papalii Wellington’s mayor says he has confidence in Wellington Water’s current leadership, after its chair resigned in the wake...
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Onehunga shooting: Police seize firearm in ongoing investigation
Source: New Zealand Police Police are continuing to make progress in investigating a shooting in Onehunga last month. The Auckland City Organised Crime Unit has been investigating the incident on...
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Households and the Reserve Bank’s official cash rate decision
Source: Radio New Zealand How soon is the official cash rate (OCR) likely to start to increase? And will any hint of it send what banks charge higher? For many...
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Ōtorohanga flooding: The silver lining amongst devastation, damage and disarray
Source: Radio New Zealand An Ōtorohanga man in his 80s is devastated by the damage and disarray at his flooded home after the weekend weather event – save the silver...
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Auckland’s Eden Park to host State of Origin match in 2027
Source: Radio New Zealand Watch above: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown and Tourism Minister Louise Upston announce the deal. A State of Origin match will be played...
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More gigs, more goals, more growth: Eden Park planning restrictions eased
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is building Eden Park’s future as a major events venue, making significant changes to local planning rules that have been holding Eden Park back...
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State of Origin heads to New Zealand
Source: New Zealand Government In an historic moment, New Zealand will host its first-ever State of Origin match next year at Eden Park, a major event expected to draw thousands...