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$468k to help reduce dog bite incidents
Source: New Zealand Government Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden says a grant of $468k from the Lottery Minister’s Discretionary Fund to the SPCA for dog desexing will help address...
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Coromandel brown kiwi move off Motutapu for the first time
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 18 March 2026 Source: Save the Kiwi These kiwi were transported back to the region by representatives from Ngāti Hei and Ngāti Huarere for release on...
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Organised crime group linked to alleged hitman from US accused of bribing prison guards, bail address managers
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland courier driver Tuipulotu Vi was killed in August 2024. Police allege an organised crime group they’ve linked to the killing of a New Zealand man...
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Government, SPCA putting $1.2 million towards desexing dogs
Source: Radio New Zealand File photo. An animal control officer with a roaming dog. RNZ / Felix Walton Hundreds of thousands of dollars is being directed by the government to...
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Shadows cast on Auckland’s Sunfield development
Source: Radio New Zealand Artist’s impression of the planned Sunfield development in Auckland. Winton / supplied One of Auckland’s largest new housing developments – the Sunfield community near Ardmore Airport...
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Interest rates rise, so what’s the best strategy now?
Source: Radio New Zealand Economists were split on whether the conflict in the Middle East would mean lower or higher interest rates. Stuff/Kathryn George Banks are moving interest rates higher,...
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False alarm shows mine’s safety culture is built to last
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 18 March 2026 A routine incident at New Zealand’s deepest gold mine has given WorkSafe inspectors rare, real-world proof that years of joint safety training are...
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Strong summer of naturing wraps up as storm recovery continues
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 18 March 2026 The Department of Conservation booking data from 1 October to late January shows visitors spent more than 323,000 nights in huts and...
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Fire and Emergency postpones decision on cutting 140 jobs
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland firefighters protest for better pay and work conditions on November 2025. RNZ/Lucy Xia Fire and Emergency (FENZ) has once again postponed its final decisions about...
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David Seymour announces new iwi-led charter school for Wellington region
Source: Radio New Zealand Associate Education Minister David Seymour RNZ / Mark Papalii An iwi-led charter school will open in Porirua later this year. Associate Education Minister David Seymour announced...
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Consumers ‘nervous’ about economic outlook amid war in Middle East
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Quin Tauetau Consumer confidence slipped in the March quarter as global uncertainty made households more nervous about the economic outlook. The Westpac McDermott Miller...
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Four teens charged charged burglary and high-speed chase in Auckland
Source: Radio New Zealand Police at the scene. RNZ / Kim Baker Wilson Four teenagers have been charged over an Auckland home invasion that resulted in a high-speed chase across...
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Moana Pasifika’s Augustine Pulu gets three week ban for dangerous tackle
Source: Radio New Zealand Moana Pasifika halfback Augustine Pulu tackles Blues opposite Sam Nock. Alan Lee / www.photosport.nz Moana Pasifika halfback Augustine Pulu has been suspended for three weeks for...
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Action Plan to Prevent and Reduce Substance Harm 2026 – 2029
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 18 March 2026 The Action to Prevent and Reduce Substance Harm 2026-2029 (the Plan) builds a foundation for a comprehensive and strategic...
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Immigration (Enhanced Risk Management) Amendment Bill to hold people to account for serious offending
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will introduce the Immigration (Enhanced Risk Management) Amendment Bill to Parliament this afternoon, a package of practical and targeted changes to strengthen New Zealand’s...
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Investment property report sparks questions
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Property investors say new research shows that they contribute significant amounts to the country’s economy – but not everyone is convinced. Work by Infometrics, commissioned...
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Speargrass surprise revealed after Tongariro fires
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 18 March 2026 Normally hidden amongst dense tussock, flax and mānuka scrub, the Volcanic Plateau speargrass has been exposed by the fire-cleared landscape, following extensive...
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‘Trail went cold’: The hunt for masterpieces stolen in the Gardner Museum heist
Source: Radio New Zealand Thieves stole 13 artworks by masters such as Rembrandt, Vermeer, Manet, and Degas from Boston’s Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in 1990. Screeenshot / FBI Thirty-six years...
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‘Morning Report: Chris Hipkins Hipkins says he considered his future in politics after ex-wife’s claims
Source: Radio New Zealand Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he did consider his future in politics after his ex-wife levelled claims at him on social media, but he remains “absolutely...
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‘Batteries on wheels’: EV expert says power grid well-equipped for rise in use
Source: Radio New Zealand If more Kiwis make the switch to an EV, could the electricity network handle the extra demand? ABC News / Brendan Esposito With interest in electric...
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Popstar Robbie Williams announces New Zealand tour
Source: Radio New Zealand Global popstar Robbie Williams will play Christchurch’s new stadium later this year. Williams will be one of the first international acts at the One New Zealand...
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Building a stronger future for our children
Source: New Zealand Government More women and families affected by addiction will now have improved access to support, giving children the best possible start in life. Increased investment announced today...
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England netball coach Jess Thirlby steps down to focus on family
Source: Radio New Zealand Jess Thirlby former head coach of England. © Photosport Ltd 2021 www.photosport.nz England netball coach Jess Thirlby has stepped down just four months out from the...
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‘Morning Report: ‘Sewer pit’ – Chris Hipkins looks to battle ‘absolutely untrue’ posts
Source: Radio New Zealand Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he doesn’t think it is in anyone’s best interests to be arguing over details of his marriage break-up in public. It...
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Charges confirmed following fleeing driver incident
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Superintendent Shanan Gray, Counties Manukau District Commander: Police have charged four males following an aggravated burglary and fleeing driver incident across Auckland on...
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“Charlotte’s Change” to provide redress for more survivors of abuse in mental health care
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking action to provide redress for more survivors of abuse in care, to include survivors of State-run mental health facilities from 1 July 1993 to...
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Person critically injured after scooter, vehicle collide in Auckland CBD
Source: Radio New Zealand A police car seen behind a cordon as officers attend an incident. RNZ A person has been critically injured after a scooter and vehicle crashed in...