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Bay of Plenty highway closed after two-vehicle crash
Source: Radio New Zealand Motorists were advised that there would be delays to their journey. 123RF State Highway 35 between Omaio and Pariokara is closed both ways following a two-vehicle...
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‘Pitiful’ decision on emissions targets will cost the country, former climate commissioner says
Source: Radio New Zealand Professor James Renwick of Victoria University Supplied A government decision to reject stronger climate targets is pitiful, and will cost households in the long run, scientists,...
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Korean War heritage 16th Field Regiment marks 75 years
Source: Radio New Zealand Mihiteria King and her son Scott Douglas hold a picture of Hemi Kingi. RNZ / Jimmy Ellingham As a gun fired seven anniversary shots at Linton...
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Three arrested on supply of illicit drugs operation
Source: New Zealand Police Three men have been charged with selling cannabis and possession of cannabis for supply, following an operation targeting the supply of illicit drugs in Masterton. The...
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Serious crash, SH 35, Omaio
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 35 between Omaio and Pariokara is closed both ways following a two-vehicle crash. Police were called to the scene around 5:50pm. Three people have...
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Black Caps v West Indies first test – day three
Source: Radio New Zealand The Black Caps are in firm control of the first cricket test against the West Indies after a dominant day three in Christchurch. Centuries for skipper...
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Paid firefighters refuse to call off strikes despite pressure from FENZ
Source: Radio New Zealand Messages written on an Auckland fire engine protesting firefighters’ working conditions. RNZ / Rayssa Almeida Paid firefighters will continue with strike action and not withdraw their...
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Christchurch teenager arrested for aggravated robbery as police see spike in youth crime
Source: Radio New Zealand Police are working on an increase in recent youth offending incidents. 123RF A young person has been arrested for a number of recent incidents across Christchurch,...
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NZ Olympian medley swimmer Lewis Clareburt says Southern Hemisphere must unite
Source: Radio New Zealand Lewis Clareburt will join a highly competitive medley squad under renowned coach Jolyon Finck at Melbourne’s Nunawading Swimming Club. photosport New Zealand Olympian Lewis Clareburt says...
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Secure your homes over summer
Source: New Zealand Police Christchurch Police are reminding people to keep their homes secure during the summer months. The reminder comes after an incident on Friday 28 November, where a...
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Tom & Luke Low Carb Snackaballs Chocolate Coated Cookies & Cream, Raspberry, and Hazelnut flavours recalled due to foreign matter (hard plastic)
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries New Zealand Food Safety is supporting Smartfoods Ltd in its recall of specific batches of Tom & Luke Low Carb Snackaballs Chocolate Coated Cookies...
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The Ashes live: Australia v England – second test, day one
Source: Radio New Zealand Australia sprung a surprise by dropping veteran spinner Nathan Lyon and picking Michael Neser in a four-prong seam attack for the second Ashes test starting in...
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KiwiRail director’s conflicts of interest management affecting efficiency, board chair says
Source: Radio New Zealand In July it was announced by Rail Minister Winston Peters that Scott O’Donnell was appointed to the KiwiRail board. Photo: Otago Daily Times / Luisa Girao...
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Christchurch police using helicopter to tackle rising youth crime after Opawa dairy owner stabbed
Source: Radio New Zealand Dairy owner Kamlesh Patel was left with serious injuries after aggravated robbery. SUPPLIED Police will use the Eagle helicopter in Christchurch as part of a two-month...
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New case of measles in Wellington
Source: Radio New Zealand The measles virus, the US CDC says measles is very contagious and can be serious, and anyone who is not protected against the virus is at...
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No mow trials, recycled bags: Carterton’s push for climate adaption
Source: Radio New Zealand No mow trials at Carterton’s parks aim to encourage more wild flowers to grow, helping the area’s ecosystems. LDR / Stuff A Wairarapa council’s climate-change adaptation...
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Sky TV customers encouraged to cancel or get refunds if not notified properly of contract changes
Source: Radio New Zealand Sky Sport AFP/SUPPLIED Customers who feel they have not been given enough notice about their Sky TV contracts rolling over should ask for a refund or...
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Arrest made in relation to serious incidents, Christchurch
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Christchurch District Commander Superintendent Tony Hill: A young person has been arrested in relation to a number of recent incidents across Christchurch, including an...
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Rates cap puts future infrastructure projects at risk, Marlborough mayor says
Source: Radio New Zealand Marlborough mayor Nadine Taylor said that council may struggle to renew key infrastructure such as roading under the Government’s proposed rates cap. LDR / Supplied The...
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Canterbury police arrest resident for over 500 graffiti tags across South island
Source: Radio New Zealand Senior Sergeant Stephen McDaniel says that Police are happy to have the brazen tagger off the streets. RNZ / Nate McKinnon Police arrested a North Canterbury...
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Employment Disputes – Fire and Emergency welcomes facilitation referral as best option to progress agreement with NZPFU
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand – Statement The NZPFU should call off continued strikes while facilitation process plays out Fire and Emergency says Fire and Emergency New Zealand welcomes the...
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Explainer: what the World Cup draw means for the All Blacks
Source: Radio New Zealand Analysis – The 2027 World Cup draw has happened, just under two years from when the tournament will be held in Australia. That in itself is...
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Asbestos sand clean-up legal responsibility falls on schools, Education Ministry says
Source: Radio New Zealand The asbestos scare prompted a recall of several brands of children coloured play sand. Supplied The Ministry of Education says early childhood services and school boards...
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Southland Police remind revellers to stay safe this festive season
Source: New Zealand Police As the festive season approaches, Police in the Southland Area are gearing up for an operation to make sure punters don’t end up on Santa’s naughty...
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WorkSafe sets new direction to strengthen health and safety at work
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 4 December 2025 WorkSafe New Zealand has issued a four-year plan resetting how it operates, to improve health and safety outcomes nationwide. The Statement of Intent...
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Community funding guaranteed as Online Gambling Bill moves forward
Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Internal Affairs, Brooke van Velden welcomes the Governance and Administration Committee [Committee] report back of the Online Casino Gambling Bill [Bill]. This report marks a crucial step forward in...
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Boil water notice issued for Paihia, Ōpua and Waitangi in Far North
Source: Radio New Zealand The town supply for Paihia, Ōpua and Waitangi comes from a treatment plant drawing water from the Waitangi River, just upstream of Haruru Falls. RNZ/ Peter...