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Testing for asbestos in kids’ play sand no game

· March 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Asbestos removal is carried out. Kim Baker Wilson / RNZ Tucked above an unassuming safety store in Auckland, a small team is making big inroads into...

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Three-tier system to replace NCEA unveiled

· March 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Education Minister Erica Stanford RNZ / Nick Monro The Education Minister is set to reveal the education system that will replace NCEA in secondary schools. The...

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U-turn on fish sizes not enough for some

· March 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Commercial fishing in the Hauraki Gulf Simon Mark-Brown Advocacy groups are supporting the government’s U-turn on minimum size limits for commercial fishers, but still want the...

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Briscoes Group trialling facial recognition tech

· March 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Briscoes Group is halfway through a year-long trial which began in September 2025. RNZ Facial recognition technology (FRT) trials are underway in 18 Briscoes and Rebel...

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Another power comparison site launches

· March 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Electricity Authority chief executive Sarah Gillies. RNZ / REECE BAKER The Electricity Authority has launched its power comparison site Billy, going head-to-head with Consumer’s Powerswitch, which...

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Phoenix suffer blow in Premiership hopes

· March 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Pia Vlok of the Wellington Phoenix shoots. photosport The Wellington Phoenix women have suffered a blow in their A-League Premiership hopes. The Phoenix have been beaten...

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Policing our politicians for porkies

· March 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand By law South Australian politicians aren’t allowed to lie in their election ads. Here, we have the Advertising Standards Authority and the Media Council, but neither...

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When is location sharing a red flag in relationships?

· March 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Between phones, watches and other smart devices, we’re never far from reach for our family, friends and partners. There are also apps and location services that...

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What’s happened to the price of gold?

· March 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Gold prices have slipped in recent days. 123RF Gold prices have slipped in recent days, but there are predictions that it might not last. Precious metals...

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Live: Heavy rain lashes upper North Island

· March 26, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Fire and Emergency is urging residents in storm-affected areas to be ready to evacuate if necessary, following a night of heavy rain. A red weather warning...