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The gallantry of Kiwi soldiers immortalised in a tiny French town
Source: Radio New Zealand One week before the end of World War I, New Zealand soldiers fought their last battle to restore Le Quesnoy to the French. RNZ / Sharon...
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Christchurch’s new Te Kaha stadium completed without major incident – WorkSafe
Source: Radio New Zealand Te Kaha replaces the former Lancaster Park/Jade Stadium destroyed in the 2011 Christchurch earthquake. RNZ / Nate McKinnon The construction of Christchurch’s new Te Kaha stadium...
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Live: Anzac Day commemorations around New Zealand
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ/Marika Khabazi New Zealanders at home and around the world will gather to mark Anzac Day in recognition of the first big military action by Australian...
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All Blacks star Jordie Barrett back to Christchurch where it all began
Source: Radio New Zealand Jordie Barrett began his pro career with Canterbury in 2016. John Davidson Barretts usually kick off their professional careers in their home province of Taranaki. However,...
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Te Matatini stage used as ‘a racist weapon’, group claims, as new translations of haka emerge
Source: Radio New Zealand Che Wilson told MATA the controversial haka was aimed specifically at ACT MP Parmjeet Parmar and not the Indian community as a whole. Supplied / Richie...
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Police Commissioner seeks answers after Police College recruits fall below expected levels
Source: Radio New Zealand Police Commissioner Richard Chambers. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The Police Commissioner has sought answers after some recruit wings at Police College fell below expected numbers, including...
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Who’s buying businesses? Surprising trends emerge
Source: Radio New Zealand For Sale Sign RNZ / Angus Dreaver The sale of small- and medium-sized businesses continues to increase along with prices, though there’s been a shift in...
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Let’s talk about fuel
Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council and the Auckland Council Group (our council-controlled organisations AT, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited and Watercare) have been taking a hard look at how we use fuel,...
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Prisoner dies in custody at Mt Eden Corrections Facility
Source: Radio New Zealand A police spokesperson says officers were attending a sudden death at the prison. RNZ/Calvin Samuel Police are at an Auckland prison following the death of a...
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Drone, dog used in search for missing Motueka man
Source: Radio New Zealand Nathan Green. NZ Police / SUPPLIED A search dog and drones with thermal capability have been used by police as the search for missing Motueka man...
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Kapa haka event in Marlborough draws thousands
Source: Radio New Zealand Motueka’s Parklands School kapa haka team Ngā Mātātupu perform at Kia Hūkere te Hoe. Te Tauihu o te Waka a Maui Māori Cultural Council Thousands of...
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Government continues with US minerals deal negotiations
Source: Radio New Zealand Resources Minister Shane Jones. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The government is pushing on with negotiating a critical minerals deal with the United States, but says risks...
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Two arrested after $100,000 of kiwifruit pollen stolen from Kerikeri property
Source: Radio New Zealand Some of the stolen items found by police. Supplied/police Police have arrested two people after over $100,000 of kiwifruit pollen was stolen from a commercial property...
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Auckland mayor Wayne Brown refers to RNZ staffer as ‘a Muslim terrorist’
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown RNZ / Marika Khabazi Auckland mayor Wayne Brown referred to an RNZ staff member of Indian descent as “a Muslim terrorist” and...
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Jump in casual job listings, as businesses uncertain about hiring
Source: Radio New Zealand Chantelle Williams. RNZ/Luka Forman Job site Seek has seen a big jump in the number casual roles listed on its website, as an economist says uncertain...
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‘A lot of history’: Linton Country School grounds up for sale
Source: Radio New Zealand After 134 years the classrooms and playing fields of a Manawatū school fell quiet. Linton Country School closed for good in early 2023 after the roll...
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High school commerce teacher backs Seymour’s investment programme idea
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF One commerce teacher backs a possible investment programme for students and says demand for investment education is growing. ACT leader David Seymour has floated the...
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Man arrested after child on bike struck in Tokoroa hit and run
Source: Radio New Zealand A child on a bike was hit by a car on Torphin Crescent in Tokoroa. Google Maps A 43-year-old man has been arrested after a young...
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Broadcasting Standards Authority dismisses complaint from Right to Life
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The Broadcasting Standards Authority has not upheld a complaint under the balance and accuracy standards about two RNZ National news bulletins reporting...
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Search continues for Motueka man, Nathan Green
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Acting Nelson Bays Area Commander, Acting Inspector Adam Ramsay: Tasman Police continue to search for missing Motueka man, 52-year-old Nathan Green. On Monday 13...
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Police make a beeline for thieves
Source: New Zealand Police An investigation into the theft of kiwifruit pollen has resulted in two arrests, the recovery of stolen property, and the seizure of a firearm. On 7...
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Christopher Luxon cancels weekly TVNZ Breakfast slot, lodges complaint over press gallery conduct
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has cancelled his regular weekly interviews with TVNZ’s Breakfast programme while also lodging a complaint about the conduct...
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Man arrested for Tokoroa hit and run
Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested one person while investigating a hit and run of a child in Tokoroa on Wednesday 22 April. A 43-year-old man will appear in...
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Live: Super Rugby Pacific – Crusaders v NSW Waratahs at Te Kaha One New Zealand Stadium
Source: Radio New Zealand The first Super Rugby Pacific match kicks off at Christchurch’s new Te Kaha One New Zealand Stadium on Friday night, when the Crusaders take on NSW...
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Senior first responder facing charges relating to possessing child exploitation material
Source: Radio New Zealand The man appeared in the Christchurch District Court via audio-visual link and has again been remanded on bail. RNZ / Nate McKinnon A senior first responder...
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Mark Lundy’s lawyer asks for indication of electronic monitoring timeframe
Source: Radio New Zealand Mark Lundy before the verdict. RNZ / Sharon Lundy Convicted murderer Mark Lundy is continuing to do well after his release from prison almost a year...
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At-risk Canterbury youth to benefit from new fund
Source: New Zealand Government Hundreds of Canterbury teens at risk of disengaging from education are among the first to benefit from a new Government initiative to double the value of...