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What to know about the war in Iran
Source: Radio New Zealand A man makes his way through debris littering a street following airstrikes in central Tehran, on March 4, 2026. AFP A look at the history, the...
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Why travel insurance might not help right now
Source: Radio New Zealand Travellers are being warned to check what they are actually covered for by insurance. RNZ Travellers are being warned to check what they are actually covered...
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Huawei Highlights Digital Inclusion and Conservation Tech as AI Use Accelerates
Source: Media Outreach BARCELONA, SPAIN – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 March 2026 – Huawei gathered partners, policymakers and international media in Barcelona on March 1 and 2, ahead of...
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Several top Kiwi netballers undecided on Silver Ferns future
Source: Radio New Zealand From top-left clockwise, Te Paea Selby-Rickit, Jane Watson, Whitney Souness, Gina Crampton. Photosport Several top Kiwi netballers preparing to play in Australia’s Suncorp Super Netball (SSN)...
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‘Record speaks for itself’: Blues battle mental block against Crusaders
Source: Radio New Zealand Blues coach Vern Cotter said despite the Crusaders’ domination, the rivalry is still very much alive. Brett Phibbs / www.photosport.nz The Blues need no reminding that...
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Super Rugby preview: Barrett and D’Mac back, old rivals do battle
Source: Radio New Zealand The Brumbies are winning the race after three rounds of Super Rugby. Brett Phibbs/Photosport The Brumbies have galloped out of the gates, and after three rounds...
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MSD can now legally claw back welfare payments
Source: Radio New Zealand The law change means ACC claimants will incur debts for supplementary supports they sought while waiting on an outcome with the Accident Compensation Corporation. The coalition...
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Amnesty International calls for corporations to take responsibility for social media harm
Source: Radio New Zealand National’s committee lead on an inquiry into social media harm for young people, Carl Bates. VNP/Louis Collins A human rights organisation is backing calls for the...
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NZTA considers U-turn on 100k speed limits for SH1, SH57 south of Levin
Source: Radio New Zealand Speldhurst Residents Committee chair Roger Parton was delighted by the proposal to change the speed limits back. RNZ / Jimmy Ellingham The Transport Agency (NZTA) is...
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Environmental-economic accounts: Data to 2024 – Stats NZ information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Environmental-economic accounts: Data to 2024 – information release 5 March 2026 Environmental-economic accounts show how our environment contributes to our economy, the impacts of economic activity on...
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Value of building work put in place: December 2025 quarter – Stats NZ information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Value of building work put in place: December 2025 quarter – information release 5 March 2026 Value of building work statistics estimate the value and volume of...
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Hong Kong Institute of Landscape Architects in collaboration with WWF-HK Proposed Four Recommendations to transform Ngam Tam Mei into an iconic rural ecotourism township in the Northern Metropolis
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 March 2026 – The Town Planning Board (TPB) will hold a hearing tomorrow for public representations on the...
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Officials warns that retail crime advisory group lacks relevant expertise after resignations
Source: Radio New Zealand Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Officials caution that after resignations retail crime advisory group doesn’t have security or facial recognition expertise Group chairman...
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Questions raised over TVNZ’s editorial independence
Source: Radio New Zealand TVNZ. RNZ/Marika Khabazi Questions have been raised about TVNZ’s editorial independence after its chair discussed a news story with Broadcasting Minister Paul Goldsmith, media commentator Tim...
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Property Market – February delivers strongest value lift in four months – Cotality
Source: Cotality Property values across Aotearoa New Zealand increased by 0.2% in February. That remains a modest rise, but still the strongest since October last year, and more than reversing...
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Fine for unreported Hector’s dolphin death reveals toothless system, conservation group says
Source: Radio New Zealand The camera on-board FV Emma Jane recorded images of a net being cut and a dead Hector’s dolphin sinking to the sea floor. RNZ / Alison...
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2026 Outstanding Women Professionals and Entrepreneurs Award Nomination opens until April 30
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 March 2026 – Organized by the Hong Kong Women Professionals & Entrepreneurs Association (HKWPEA), the latest “Outstanding Women...
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Social Development Minister says nothing suggests Gloriavale children unsafe following visit
Source: Radio New Zealand The Gloriavale compound on the West Coast. RNZ / Jean Edwards Senior government minister Louise Upston says she did not see anything on a visit to...
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Fine for unreported Hector’s dolphin death reveals toothless system, coservation group says
Source: Radio New Zealand The camera on-board FV Emma Jane recorded images of a net being cut and a dead Hector’s dolphin sinking to the sea floor. RNZ / Alison...
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Over 3000 New Zealanders in the Middle East amidst conflict
Source: Radio New Zealand A plume of smoke rises from the Zayed Port following a reported Iranian strike in Abu Dhabi. AFP / RYAN LIM More than 3000 New Zealanders...
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Call for politicians to confirm KiwiSaver members can have their money at 65
Source: Radio New Zealand [sh] Call to lock in KiwiSaver withdrawal age as 65 123RF A prominent investor and director is calling for politicians to confirm that New Zealanders can...
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Commissioner of Inland Revenue latest scam target
Source: Radio New Zealand Inland Revenue say digital platforms use sophisticated algorithms to push content to people based on their search history. 123rf Commissioner Peter Mersi was used as part...
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Government legalises debts for survivors of sexual violence and abuse in state care
Source: Green Party The Government today passed legislation entrenching nearly 40,000 people, including many sexual abuse and abuse in state care survivors in debt. Pushing survivors of sexual abuse, survivors of...
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Select Committee calls for online platform transparency and accountability – Amnesty International
Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand The Education and Workforce Select Committee has reported back on its inquiry into the harm young New Zealanders encounter online saying the current law is...
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Bill to modernise census passes first reading
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to support a more efficient census and provide timelier data for New Zealand has passed its first reading today, Statistics Minister Dr Shane Reti and...
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Broadcasting Minister Paul Goldsmith says he ‘may have grunted’ at TVNZ chair
Source: Radio New Zealand Broadcasting Minister Paul Goldsmith confirmed on Thursday the board chair of TVNZ contacted him after the police minister expressed dissatisfaction with a 1News story about gang...
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High Court recognises Ruapuke Island Marine Title again after revised legal tests
Source: Radio New Zealand Ruapuke Island whānau at the High Court in April 2025. Supplied/Ruapuke whānau Whānau from Ruapuke Island near Bluff have, again, won customary marine title (CMT) over...