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Catherine O’Hara’s cause of death revealed
Source: Radio New Zealand Emmy-winning actress Catherine O’Hara, who starred in Schitt’s Creek and Home Alone, died from a blood clot in her lungs, her death certificate reveals. The Canadian-born...
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‘Grave concerns’ for missing woman not seen for six months
Source: Radio New Zealand Rowena Walker Supplied / NZ Police Police have “grave concerns” for a woman who has not been seen for six months and are considering the possibility...
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Ex-ministry staffer accuses government of ignoring education experts, teachers
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Quin Tauetau A former Education Ministry staff member says the government’s curriculum rewrite ignored the views of many subject experts and teachers. Waikato University...
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Watch: ‘Really special’ – team mates perform haka following Zoi Sadowski-Synnott’s medal win
Source: Radio New Zealand Olympic medallist Zoi Sadowski-Synnott was honoured by her team mates with a haka following her silver medal win in the Big Air event at the Winter...
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NZ Post says deluge of UK passport applications causing delays
Source: Radio New Zealand Some people following their applications’ progress using online trackers noticed they were being held up at an Auckland mail centre before being sent to the UK....
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EIT carpentry course lays foundation for Gisborne apprentice
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 23 hours ago Max Elsmore is building a future in the construction industry after completing a certificate in carpentry at EIT Tairāwhiti. The 20-year-old from...
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Bremworth shareholders told to expect less cash in hand if takeover goes ahead
Source: Radio New Zealand Bremworth carpet wool. Bremworth Carpet maker Bremworth earnings hit by tough trading Company under takeover offer from owner of main rival Godfrey Hirst Cash return to...
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Motorcylist nearly twice the limit after fleeing Police
Source: New Zealand Police A motorcyclist’s decision to flee saw his wheels impounded and a variety of illicit drug items seized this morning. The Papatoetoe man was also allegedly found...
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Former Silver Ferns’ assistant Deb Fuller to coach Malawi Queens
Source: Radio New Zealand Dame Noeline Taurua and her assistant Debbie Fuller (right). PHOTOSPORT Dame Noeline Taurua’s coaching bench will have a new look to it at the Commonwealth Games...
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Palace ready to help UK police in any inquiry into king’s brother Andrew
Source: Radio New Zealand By Michael Holden, Reuters Britain’s King Charles III has made clear his “profound concern” at allegations against Andrew, a Buckingham Palace spokesperson said. AFP / POOL...
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Watch: Zoi Sadowski-Synnott wins silver in snowboarding big air final
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has grabbed the silver medal in the Big Air event at the Winter Olympics in Italy, matching her result from four...
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New liquefied natural gas terminal: ‘Vital’ or ‘bonkers’?
Source: Radio New Zealand Energy minister Simon Watts. RNZ/Mark Papalii The government wants taxpayers to pay for a new liquefied natural gas import terminal, but is promising lower power prices...
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John Campbell returns to RNZ as Morning Report co-host on April 13
Source: Radio New Zealand John Campbell says he is thrilled to be returning to daily news. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly John Campbell makes his return to RNZ, joining Ingrid Hipkiss...
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New medicine funding could be life-saving for rural areas, health expert says
Source: Radio New Zealand Unsplash / RNZ A rural health expert says increased access to pain relief and blood clotting medications will improve medical outcomes could be life-saving for patients...
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Contractor ‘mortified’ as fault welds found on Auckland rail network
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland’s Waitematā Station. Dan Satherley / RNZ A KiwiRail contractor is “mortified” after eight welds which join the rails together tested faulty. Auckland train services on...
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Zoi Sadowski-Synnott wins silver in snowboarding big air final
Source: Radio New Zealand Zoi Sadowski Synnott at the 2026 Winter Olympics. ULRIK PEDERSEN / AFP New Zealand snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has grabbed the silver medal in the Big Air...
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Our Changing World: Predator Free South Westland nears eradication goal
Source: Radio New Zealand The Waitangiroto Nature Reserve is home to the country’s only Kōtuku breeding ground and the rainforest has benefited from predators being eliminated. Tess Brunton / RNZ...
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Our Changing World: Going for eradication
Source: Radio New Zealand The Waitangiroto Nature Reserve is home to the country’s only Kōtuku breeding ground and the rainforest has benefited from predators being eliminated. Tess Brunton / RNZ...
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University students bombarded by sports betting
Source: Radio New Zealand A re-creation of a person using an online sports betting platform. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly More university students are getting into financial trouble because they are...
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Why Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance matters
Source: Radio New Zealand In just over 13 minutes worth of music, stars and symbolism, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny rewrote what it means to be American in a time...
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Questions over who will pay for Wellington’s sewage plant failure
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Wellington’s mayor can’t say if ratepayers in the broader Wellington region will foot the bill for the failure of the Moa Point...
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All Blacks Leroy Carter and Simon Parker commit to NZ after World Cup
Source: Radio New Zealand Leroy Carter scores a try for the All Blacks. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz All Blacks Leroy Carter and Simon Parker have re-signed with New Zealand Rugby and the...
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Auckland rail fault fixed, Western and Southern line trains operating as normal
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland’s Waitematā Station. Dan Satherley / RNZ Auckland train services on both the Southern and Western lines are being restored after a fault was found between...
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Northland couple finally sees EQC landslide damage payout three years after claim
Source: Radio New Zealand An unidentified Northland couple noticed cracks and movement around their home near Whangārei in 2018. Calvin Samuel A Northland couple denied Earthquake Commission (EQC) cover for...
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New Study: Children Spending 4+ Hours a Day On Screens Face Up to 61% Higher Depression Risk – Flow Neuroscience
Source: Flow Neuroscience A new study of over 50,000 children in the US found that spending four or more hours a day on screens is associated with a higher prevalence...
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Firefighters put skills to the test UFBA Waterway Challenge in Rangiora
Source: United Fire Brigades’ Association The skill, speed and teamwork of some of New Zealand’s volunteer firefighters will be on full display when the UFBA South Island Waterway Challenge 2026 comes...
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Legislation – Muddled health and safety reforms will confuse businesses
Source: New Zealand Institute of Safety Management Health and Safety changes released today will neither improve safety nor be easier for businesses to follow – it’s a big, missed opportunity say...