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No rethink on US, drones on right path for now, says new Defence Minister
Source: Radio New Zealand New Defence Minister Chris Penk. RNZ / Nathan McKinnon The new Defence Minister says he has not seen anything in the Iran war that would lead...
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Kawakawa social housing planned for known flood zone ‘beyond belief’, some residents say
Source: Radio New Zealand Kawakawa Business Association chairman Malcolm Francis says the town needs more social housing, but the Far North Holdings-Ngāti Hine Health Trust proposal is in the wrong...
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Auckland principals say rushed curriculum overhaul risks backfire
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF The Auckland Primary Principals Association says there is qualified support for the government’s curriculum changes, but it needs to slow down. The association was one...
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How WWII shaped generations of Māori names
Source: Radio New Zealand For the first decade of Tunisia Aquitania Campbell’s life, her name was a bit of a mystery. Her 13 siblings had stock-standard Pākehā names like Doris...
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Does wild weather make homes harder to sell?
Source: Radio New Zealand Flooding and other severe weather events can impact buyer behaviour. RNZ House buyers often haven’t had long memories of how floods have affected different areas –...
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Super Round preview: Te Kaha’s grand opening, Fainga’anuku to the forwards
Source: Radio New Zealand Te Kaha will play host to Super Round, with all sides converging on Christchurch for five matches across three days. RNZ / Nate McKinnon A city...
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Community group wins court battle against multinational gold mining company
Source: Radio New Zealand The paper road is legally designated as a public road, but it is indistinguishable from the surrounding forest and not easily accessible, even on foot. Supplied...
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SailGP not going ahead in Auckland next year after government rejects funding
Source: Radio New Zealand 2025 SailGP. Bob Martin for SailGP / Photosport SailGP will not be going ahead in Auckland next year as the government has rejected funding. Tātaki Auckland...
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Research and development survey: 2025 – Stats NZ information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Research and development survey: 2025 – information release 23 April 2026 Research and development (R&D) statistics report on research and development activity, including expenditure and related employment...
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Productivity statistics: 1978–2025 – Stats NZ information release
Source: Statistics New Zealand Productivity statistics: 1978–2025 – information release 23 April 2026 Productivity is a measure of how efficiently capital and labour are used within the economy to produce outputs...
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Galaxy Macau and HSBC Hong Kong Co-present an Exclusive Constellation of Stellar Rewards
Source: Media Outreach Award‑winning luxury resort introduces a magnificent roster of bespoke privileges for HSBC Hong Kong cardholders, where elevated shopping and refined gastronomy converge through thoughtfully curated luxury rewards...
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SailGP not going ahead in Auckland next year, as government rejects funding
Source: Radio New Zealand 2025 SailGP. Bob Martin for SailGP / Photosport SailGP will not be going ahead in Auckland next year as the government has rejected funding. Tātaki Auckland...
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Dunedin City Councillors opt for $270k in-house service to tackle rising homelessness
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Nick Monro Dunedin City Councillors have decided a service for the homeless is best handled in-house. Councillors have voted to set up a council-led...
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Stable economy and digital transformation power Hong Kong SMEs to decade high performance, CPA Australia survey
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 April 2026 – Hong Kong’s small businesses delivered their strongest performance in a decade in 2025, while confidence...
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David Seymour floats giving year 11s $500 to invest, taking from annual KiwiSaver subsidy
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Mark Papalii The ACT Party leader David Seymour has floated dishing out $500 to every year 11 student for an investment account, to promote...
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Shane Jones apologises for Nicola Willis weight loss comments
Source: Radio New Zealand Shane Jones. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Shane Jones has apologised after making a jab at the Finance Minister’s weight loss as the coalition ructions shift gears...
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Defence Minister to visit Australia
Source: New Zealand Government Defence Minister Chris Penk will travel to Australia today to undertake a range of engagements to further strengthen defence cooperation with New Zealand’s military ally. “New Zealand and...
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New Report shows free dental service would cost less than current system
Source: Green Party A new report from Dental for All confirms that New Zealand can afford a free, universal public dental service, the Green Party says. “This report confirms the cost...
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Treasury officials revisit economic forecasts ahead of Budget delivery
Source: Radio New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis faces questions as economic outlook downgraded. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Treasury officials have this week decided to revisit their economic forecasts for...
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Allianz Trade x DBS Hong Kong thought leadership session
Source: Media Outreach Allianz Trade and DBS Hong Kong brief businesses on evolving geopolitical trade risks and the critical need for granular liquidity visibility. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach...
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French fashion house Chanel and NZ high country station team up
Source: Radio New Zealand Central Otago’s Lammermoor Station. SUPPLIED/SUSAN ELLIOT Central Otago’s Lammermoor Station – the country’s largest organic farm and only certified organic fine wool producer – has woven...
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Taiwan Pavilion Showcases Strong Industry Presence at FHA-Food & Beverage 2026
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 April 2026 – Taiwan officially opened its Taiwan Pavilion today at FHA-Food & Beverage 2026, held at Singapore Expo, where...
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Awards – Granicus announces seven Digital Government Award winners delivering measurable impact for citizens across Australia and New Zealand
Source: Granicus Granicus’ annual Digital Government Awards recognise public sector organisations and teams delivering measurable improvements in citizen engagement, service delivery and transparency Granicus today announced the winners of...
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BusinessNZ congratulates Labour for backing India FTA deal
Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ welcomes the Labour Party’s public support for the NZ-India Free Trade Deal, saying it represents our best chance to secure meaningful access to one of the world’s most...
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Health Tech – Major diagnostic imaging expansion brings advanced imaging closer to home for Otago and Southland patients
Source: RHCNZ Patients across Otago and Southland are set to benefit from a major expansion of diagnostic imaging services, with PET-CT technology now permanently based in the region for the first...
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Master Plumbers welcomes practical changes to proposed self-certification scheme for plumbers and drainlayers
Source: Master Plumbers Gasfitters and Drainlayers Master Plumbers welcomes the government’s moves to strengthen a self-certification scheme that will enable certified plumbers and drainlayers to sign-off on their own work. “We...
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Education – Education sector backlash against Government’s curriculum reforms intensifies
Source: NZ Principals Federation The education sector is demanding that the Government pause the rollout of its rushed curriculum reforms as opposition to the direction, scope, and pace of change continues...