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Government considering ban on rock pool harvesting in Auckland
Source: Radio New Zealand A group of people at the Army Bay rock pools. MARK LENTON / SUPPLIED The government is making moves to stop people stripping rock pools of...
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What exactly will New Zealand’s free trade deal with India mean?
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Trade Minister Todd McLay announce the conclusion of free trade negotiations with India in December. RNZ / Mark Papalii Explainer –...
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People still isolated in Northland campsite, more heavy rain on the way
Source: Radio New Zealand Flooding in Mimiwhangata near Whangārei, on Sunday morning. RNZ Some people are still isolated in Northland after heavy rain caused havoc in the region, the Whangārei...
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An inter-island ferry route from Picton to Clifford Bay has been an idea for almost a century
Source: Radio New Zealand 2000: The proposed route showing shortened travel times by car to Christchurch Dominion Post It’s an idea that’s endured almost a century. Since at least 1931...
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Stats NZ updates material hardship measure for child poverty statistics – Stats NZ news story
Source: Statistics New Zealand Stats NZ updates material hardship measure for child poverty statistics – news story 16 January 2026 Stats NZ has changed how we measure material hardship to ensure...
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Walking into Happiness! Embracing nature one step at a time
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 19 January 2026 The Hauraki DOC team’s new ‘Walking into Happiness!’ initiative encourages people to take up the challenge to walk a selection of tracks...
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Workforce survey shows workers struggle to afford basics
Source: NZCTU Rising costs, deteriorating public services, and a belief the government doesn’t care about ordinary New Zealanders are the key findings of the NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi’s annual Mood...
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Education Ministry error almost cut 2027 school year short
Source: Radio New Zealand The Education Ministry had forgotten to allow for the Matariki holiday in its 2027 term date calculations, almost cutting the year a day short. RNZ /...
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Government seeks urgent advice on how to protect Auckland rockpools
Source: Radio New Zealand Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The government is seeking urgent advice on dealing with the alleged stripping of rockpools by harvesters...
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Urgent advice sought on rockpool collections
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has asked for urgent advice on how to deal with reports of rockpools on Whangaparāoa Peninsula and other areas being stripped of marine life, Oceans...
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Red panda Sundar dies after decade at Wellington Zoo
Source: Radio New Zealand Sundar the red panda. Supplied/Te Nukuao Wellington Zoo Staff at Te Nukuau Wellington Zoo are mourning the death of Sundar, one of the zoo’s popular red...
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Former All Blacks wing Grant Batty dies, aged 74
Source: Radio New Zealand Grant Batty in action for the All Blacks. Photsport Former All Blacks wing Grant Batty has died, aged 74. At 1.65m (5t 5in), Batty was known...
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Judge accused of verbally abusing NZ First leader Winston Peters to face conduct panel
Source: Radio New Zealand District Court Judge Ema Aitken denies some of the claims. RNZ Insight/Dan Cook The Chief District Court judge could be called to give evidence in the...
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I’m 65 and working, what happens to tax on my pension?- Ask Susan
Source: Radio New Zealand What happens to tax on your pension if you’re 65 and working? 123RF Got questions? RNZ has a new podcast, No Stupid Questions, with Susan Edmunds....
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NZ-AU: IperionX Receives Final $4.6M In DoW Funding and 290 Metric Tons of Titanium Scrap from U.S. Government
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) U.S. Department of War, through its Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment program, has obligated the final US$4.6 million under IperionX’s previously announced US$47.1 million award Funds will...
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IT issue means Hutt Hospital nurses underpaid says Union
Source: Radio New Zealand The payroll system at Hutt Hospital went down on Wednesday. RNZ / REECE BAKER A nursing union delegate says an IT issue at Hutt Hospital meant...
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Sir Tim Shadbolt remembered as ‘absolutely extraordinary’ by family in public service
Source: Radio New Zealand Invercargill has bid farewell to the “absolutely extraordinary” late Sir Tim Shadbolt in a service marked by humour and reflection, but a stinging rebuke of his...
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The Premier Forum for Air Rescue Experts: AirMed World Congress 2026 in Munich
Source: Media Outreach Key Subject: Beyond Boundaries – Cross-Competence Enhancement of Aeromedical Services Munich to host around 800 professionals from across the globe in September 2026 Lectures, discussions, and hands-on...
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Mourners gather to remember Sir Tim Shadbolt at funeral
Source: Radio New Zealand Sir Tim Shadbolt’s casket at his funeral. Katie Todd Sir Tim Shadbolt has been remembered at a funeral service at Invercargill’s Civic Theatre. During the service,...
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Ed Sheeran fans excited for premiere show in Auckland
Source: Radio New Zealand Ginger-nuts are among those queuing ahead of Ed Sheeran’s Auckland concert today Gill Bonnett Ed Sheeran fans are converging on Go Media Stadium in Auckland for...
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Ed Sheeran fans excited for premiere show in South Auckland
Source: Radio New Zealand British pop star Ed Sheeran is playing the first show of his Loop Tour in Auckland tonight. Supplied / Mark Surridge Ed Sheeran fans are converging...
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First offshore oil and gas exploration permit since ban under official consideration
Source: Radio New Zealand An oil rig off the coast of Taranaki. Supplied An Australian firm incorporated weeks before New Zealand’s offshore oil and gas ban ended will have its...
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CPAG concerned over changes in how child poverty is measured
Source: Child Poverty Action Group What has changed Stats NZ confirmed that the current DEP-17 index will be replaced with a new MH-18 index. While DEP-17 asks 17 questions and defines material hardship...
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Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Launches Next Phase of International Expansion with New Bangkok Opening and Appointment of Global Brand Ambassador
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG/BANGKOK – EQS Newswire – 16 January 2026 – Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Limited (“Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group”, the “Group” or the “Company”; SEHK...
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Marine Environment – Historic Global Ocean Treaty enters into force – Greenpeace
Source: Greenpeace The Global Ocean Treaty, dubbed one of the most significant pieces of environmental legislation in decades, will officially enter into force this Saturday [January 17], paving the way for...
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All Blacks: Scott Robertson, David Kirk, player power and reputations
Source: Radio New Zealand Who and what does Scott Robertson’s historic firing as All Black coach say the most about? Or is the most important statement about the team, rugby...
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Longest ever lull in nuclear testing – but record already on shaky ground
Source: Radio New Zealand By Brad Lendon, CNN Firework displays in North Korea, as the state held a rally days after its last test of a nuclear weapon on 3...