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Man arrested after person hit by vehicle and assaulted in Taranaki
Source: Radio New Zealand Police were called to Ihaia Road in Ōpunake at around 10.15pm on Monday. RNZ / Marika Khabazi A 37-year old man has been arrested after a...
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Driver arrested after crashing into Auckland City Mission
Source: Radio New Zealand The car crashed into the Auckland City Mission building. RNZ A driver fled on foot after crashing into the Auckland City Mission building in the central...
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Four-vehicle crash blocks Lindis Pass
Source: Radio New Zealand Lindis Pass (file photo). 123rf A multi-vehicle crash is causing delays after blocking a lane on State Highway 8 in the Lindis Pass. Emergency services were...
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10-year-old aces high school exams
Source: Radio New Zealand Raymond Hsu holds his breath, staring at the screen as the NZQA results page loads. A few seconds later, the 10-year-old erupts — screaming, flapping his...
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After 21 months of pain, services sector finally turns the corner
Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf Services sector expanded in December PSI survey posts best result since February 2024 New orders, sales and inventories rise; employment still falling Proportion of negative...
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How AI might help you do your supermarket shopping
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Artificial intelligence could soon be helping you get your supermarket shopping done, but one AI expert is warning consumers to be wary of the potential...
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Hornet tracking technology proving effective
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Advanced radio tracking technology is successfully hunting down yellow-legged hornets (Vespa velutina) and their nests in Auckland, boosting the fight against the insect pest,...
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Remote Fiordland islands deer-free again after pests removed during annual sweep
Source: Radio New Zealand An aerial photo of Pukenui Anchor Island. Supplied / Leon Everett Remote Fiordland islands are deer-free again after three pests were found and removed during an...
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Man arrested after coward-punch assault outside bar in Arrowtown
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Angus Dreaver Police have arrested a 27-year-old man after a coward-punch assault in Arrowtown last month. The assault happened outside the Fork and Tap...
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Meet the rangatahi Māori breaking ground in both law and fashion
Source: Radio New Zealand Ellis works in Treaty law and hopes her journey shows other rangatahi Māori- particularly those from small towns – that they belong in both academic and...
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NZ agencies have eye on ‘largest solar radiation storm in over 20 years’
Source: Radio New Zealand Aurora lights up the sky in Mercer, Auckland on 11 May, 2024. Supplied / Laura Acket A solar storm is being monitored by the National Emergency...
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New iron treatment proposed for people who have experienced low phosphate levels
Source: PHARMAC Pharmac is asking for feedback on a proposal to fund a new iron treatment, ferric derisomaltose (Monofer), in hospitals from 1 March 2026. Ferric derisomaltose (Monofer) is an...
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Key concession decision provides certainty for Milford tourism
Source: New Zealand Government Conservation Minister Tama Potaka has confirmed a decision to grant a long-term concession for the operation of key visitor infrastructure at Milford Sound Piopiotahi. The next...
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Update on work happening at SH2 Waioweka Gorge
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Crews began clearing slip material at both ends of the SH2 Waioweka Gorge over the weekend, with 2 significant slips now been declared safe for...
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Fletcher Building to sell construction arm to Vinci
Source: Radio New Zealand Fletcher Building headquarters in Auckland. Fletcher Building Fletcher Construction to be sold for $315.6m, potentially rising to $334.1m Sale includes Higgins, Brian Perry Civil and Fletcher...
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Economy – How important are global market shocks for explaining NZGB-swap spreads? – Reserve Bank of NZ
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 20 January 2026 – We have published an Analytical Note: How important are global market shocks for explaining NZGB-swap spreads? This Note documents historical developments...
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Fire Safety – Fire restrictions eased in Hawke’s Bay
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Rain and cooler temperatures have eased the fire risk in parts of Hawke’s Bay, which has enabled Fire and Emergency New Zealand to reduce restrictions...
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Springboks legend won’t hold grudge if Tony Brown chooses All Blacks
Source: Radio New Zealand Tony Brown. photosport Former South Africa captain Jean de Villiers says he will not hold a grudge should Tony Brown decide to exit the Springboks and...
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Luxon speech devoid of policy or vision
Source: NZCTU NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi president Sandra Grey is calling out the National Party leader for failing to address the concerns of working people at a time when a...
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Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani dies at 93
Source: Radio New Zealand Italian fashion legend Valentino Garavani, whose elegant evening gowns were favoured for decades by some of the world’s most glamorous women, has died at 93, according...
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When will Election Day be, and how is it decided?
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to announce the 2026 Election Day soon. RNZ / Marika Khabazi / Photo illustration / 123rf Explainer – Only one...
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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon confirms h’es about to announce 2026 election date
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to announce when this year’s election will be held tomorrow. The first...
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Price of meth at new low, cocaine demand growing according to Drug Trends Survey
Source: Radio New Zealand Methamphetamine seized at the border in March 2025. Supplied / Customs The price of methamphetamine is the lowest it has ever been in New Zealand according...
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Counties Manukau urgent care service now operating 24/7
Source: New Zealand Government South and East Aucklanders can now access urgent care at any time, with the Counties Manukau after-hours service now operating 24 hours a day, seven days...
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Person critically hurt after assault in Taranaki
Source: Radio New Zealand Police were called to Ihaia Road in Ōpunake at around 10.15pm on Monday. RNZ / Marika Khabazi A person has been critically injured in an assault...
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Hurricanes wing Fehi Fineanganofo heading to England after 2026 season
Source: Radio New Zealand Hurricanes wing Fehi Fineanganofo. Photosport / Patrick Hoelscher Hurricanes wing Fehi Fineanganofo will be heading to the English rugby premiership following the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific...
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A fisherman’s yellow leggings helped save them after capsizing at Tolaga Bay
Source: Radio New Zealand Three men spent six hours in the water off Tolaga Bay before a major search and rescue effort reached them. Supplied / NZDF Yellow leggings and...