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Defence supports efforts to train Ukrainian military

· May 21, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The New Zealand Defence Force has joined a new multi-national initiative led by Norway to train Armed Forces of Ukraine personnel in Poland, Defence Minister Chris...

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Budget 2026: What is Needed Is A Budget That Listens

· May 21, 2026

Source: Hapai Te Hauora The past year has pushed many whānau to their limits. Rising living costs, housing stress, severe weather events and ongoing inequities continue to place pressure on communities...

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Good Events – Firefighters take on the Sky Tower

· May 21, 2026

Source: Blood Cancer NZ Over 1,100 firefighters from across the country are once again gearing up to take on the 1,103 steps of Auckland’s iconic Sky Tower for Blood Cancer NZ’s...

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Is New Zealand falling behind in the drone arms race?

· May 21, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand A military drone operated by the NZDF. NZDF / supplied A retired major general says New Zealand is “tinkering” with military drones while other countries forge...

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Milestone for major North Canterbury roading project

· May 21, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The development of an important North Canterbury roading link in its largest town has hit a major milestone, with the Government confirming support for the project’s...

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Auckland hornet eradication enters new phase

· May 21, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Biosecurity New Zealand’s yellow-legged hornet eradication in Auckland remains on track, with growing confidence the pest can be wiped out, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says.“It’s been...