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Who’s’ getting pay rises at the moment?
Source: Radio New Zealand Only half of New Zealand workers reported getting a pay rise last year, but some people are more likely to get them than others, new Seek...
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Dunedin bar Dropkicks could lose its liquor licence
Source: Radio New Zealand A report said the patron, who was in a toilet stall, was locked in after staff failed to properly check the venue before leaving last month....
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New Zealand passes solar tipping point
Source: Radio New Zealand Solar installation costs have been reducing and power prices increasing. Fabian Rieger / 123RF New Zealand has passed the “tipping point” where most people buying solar...
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TVNZ ‘assessing’ whether to pull show featuring former Amisfield chef
Source: Radio New Zealand The national broadcaster is considering removing food show Taste of Art from its TVNZ+ catalogue, following news of complaints related to one of its judge’s behaviour...
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It’s almost tax season: Will you get a refund?
Source: Radio New Zealand Even if you’ve been earning income in a straightforward way, you could end up with a bill or a refund. 123RF Are you on track for...
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Kaimanawa horses in training for new homes
Source: Radio New Zealand The Kaimanawa horses are mustered annually to keep the herd at a maximum of 300 animals. Supplied/Kimber Brown Just days after they were rounded up off...
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With New Zealand signing a free trade with Singapore what are the fuel concerns?
Source: Radio New Zealand NZ Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Singaporean Prime Minsiter Lawrence Wong. Supplied / PMO Analysis – Christopher Luxon will leave Singapore on Tuesday evening reassured fuel...
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Senior police officer facing employment investigation almost a year after complaint
Source: Radio New Zealand Police Commissioner Richard Chambers. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone A senior police officer is facing an employment investigation relating to a complaint that was laid nearly a...
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Feedback sought on employment dispute resolution process
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden is seeking feedback from the public on their experiences with employment advocates, how employment disputes are experienced in...
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Marriages continue downward trend – Marriages, civil unions, and divorces: Year ended December 2025 – Stats NZ news story and information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Marriages continue downward trend – news story 4 May 2026 The number of couples tying the knot continued to fall in 2025, according to figures released by...
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Tech – Liverton Security Launches SGE Plus on the NZ Government (NZGovt) Marketplace
Source: Liverton Security A new framework designed to strengthen email security for government and commercial organisations. Liverton Security, a New Zealand-based cybersecurity product development and consultancy specialising in email security...
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Tax Reform – Migrant surcharge discriminatory, says tax reform campaign
Source: Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign ACT’s new immigration policy, which would require a $6 per day surcharge on temporary visa holders, is discriminatory says the Better Taxes...
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Clarkville residents alarmed by gravel trucks as Woodend Bypass work set to resume
Source: Radio New Zealand Clarkville residents protesting on Monday morning at Baynons Road. RNZ/Anna Sargent People in the settlement of Clarkville, north of Christchurch, are worried someone could be seriously...
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Abbey Caves inquest: Teacher ‘completely broke down’ when he realised Karnin Petera was missing
Source: Radio New Zealand Brother Jordan and parents Alicia Toki and Andre Petera with a photo of Karnin “Tino” Petera outside the Whangārei Courthouse. RNZ / Peter de Graaf A...
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Swarbrick confirms frustration over Heart of the City CEO’s negative takes
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland Central MP Chloe Swarbrick says she would like to see more promotion of the positive things happening in the city centre. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone...
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Source of cruise hantavirus outbreak must be tracked down -microbiologist
Source: Radio New Zealand The MV Hondius stationary off the port of Praia after an outbreak of “severe acute respiratory illness” on board. AFP A microbiologist says it’s crucial to...
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Hayden Tasker was trying to end his life when he killed Nelson police officer, court told
Source: Radio New Zealand Hayden Tasker. The Press / Iain McGregor Hayden Tasker was drunk, annoyed about life and motivated by anger toward police before he drove into two officers...
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Nelson Hospital has second power outage within six months
Source: Radio New Zealand The Nelson Hospital lost power today and in October. RNZ / Nate McKinnon The Nelson Hospital has had its second power outage within six months. Health...
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Baby who died on mother’s chest not regularly checked by midwife
Source: Radio New Zealand The baby died in August 2019. 123rf A minutes-old baby, who died on his mother’s chest while she was sutured up following his birth, should have...
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Fears for patient care after Palmerston North hospital’s last expert leaves
Source: Radio New Zealand Palmerston North Hospital. RNZ / Jimmy Ellingham Last permanent doctor at Palmerston North Hospital gastroenterology department worries about patients with chronic conditions when he leaves Dr...
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Chair of Financial Markets Authority resigns after conduct review
Source: Radio New Zealand Craig Stobo (file photo) RNZ / REECE BAKER Financial Markets Authority chair Craig Stobo has resigned after an independent review found his public commentary failed to...
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Crews had ‘clear knowledge gap’ on Aratere ferry ahead of grounding
Source: Radio New Zealand The ship was grounded while sailing from Picton to Wellington on June 21, 2024. RNZ / Angus Dreaver Maritime NZ says there was a clear knowledge...
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Mauao Mount Maunganui restorations begin, could take up to four months
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ/Angie Skerrett Work has begun to restore Mauao Mount Maunganui, but it could be up to four months until the public can access the summit. A...
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Identities of mother and children killed at Hastings property to remain secret
Source: Radio New Zealand Two children aged under three years old died alongside a woman at a Hastings house. RNZ / Anusha Bradley An order prohibiting publishing the names of...
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Baby who died on mother’s chest not regularly checked by nurse
Source: Radio New Zealand The baby died in August 2019. 123rf A minutes-old baby, who died on his mother’s chest while she was sutured up following his birth, should have...
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Customs cash find leads to seizures in Gisborne
Source: Radio New Zealand Police seized vehicles and cash in a raid in the Gisborne suburb of Mangapapa, on 29 April. Supplied / Police More than half a million dollars...
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Performances – Teens reinvent Shakespeare for today’s world – Vic
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. Young thespians are proving that Shakespeare still has the power to resonate with youth culture, because the first world problems of love, jealousy,...