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Tongariro Alpine Crossing – How To
Source: NZ Department of Conservation By Krysia Nowak It’s an iconic hike, you’ve seen it all over Instagram, and maybe you plan on hitting it this Easter: here’s how to get the most...
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Fuel disruption brings City Rail Link benefits into sharper focus
Source: Auckland Council The world’s fuel shock is making life challenging at the pump. Conflict in the Middle East and this fuel price pressure, whilst difficult on many fronts, are...
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Trucking firm says fuel bill has increased 110% due to Middle East conflict
Source: Radio New Zealand The trucking and tourism sectors are struggling with rising fuel costs. RNZ / Unsplash A trucking sector veteran says the soaring price of diesel is the...
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Border fee changes make system fairer
Source: New Zealand Government A new levy regime that comes into effect today makes the goods management system fairer by better reflecting the risks and costs associated with clearing goods...
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Family ‘devastated with worry’ over French man Antoine Richard who’s missing in central Otago
Source: Radio New Zealand Antoine Richard hasn’t been seen since 21 March. Supplied / NZ Police The family of French national Antoine Richard is appealing for more help in the...
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‘No actual change’: Chris Bishop downplays scaling down of Auckland housing plans
Source: Radio New Zealand Housing Minister Chris Bishop. RNZ / Marika Khabazi The housing minister says nothing has fundamentally changed as the government scales back Auckland’s minimum housing target even...
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Update: Search for Antoine Richard
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Phill Hamlin: The search for missing 21-year-old French national Antoine Richard is continuing, after he was reported missing in Cromwell last weekend....
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Who the winners and losers of Christopher Luxon’s election-year Cabinet reshuffle might be
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will be juggling disappointment and elation when announcing his election-year Cabinet reshuffle on Thursday. RNZ / Nathan Mckinnon Analysis: Prime Minister Christopher...
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More Bluebridge Connemara ferry sailings cancelled after Maritime NZ clearance delayed
Source: Radio New Zealand More Bluebridge Connemara ferry sailings have been cancelled (File photo). RNZ / Bill Hickman Bluebridge says sea trials and final clearance from Maritime New Zealand for...
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Auckland Council remembers the life of Sir Barry Curtis
Source: Auckland Council Sir Barry Curtis, the former Mayor of Manukau who devoted nearly 40 years of his life to serving the people of Manukau and Auckland has passed away....
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Last doctors at Palmerston North Hospital’s gastroenterology service to leave
Source: Radio New Zealand Palmerston North Hospital. (File photo) Last remaining doctors at Palmerston North Hospital gastroenterology department to leave Concerns expressed about post code lottery for patient care Health...
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NRL: NZ Warriors keep faith with starters that lost to Wests Tigers
Source: Radio New Zealand Luke Metcalf returned from his ruptured anterior cruciate ligament against Tigers. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport NRL: NZ Warriors v Cronulla Sharks Kickoff 4pm, Sunday, 5 April Ocean Protect...
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Home-based care only cheaper because carers cover costs, Aged Care Association says
Source: Radio New Zealand The Aged Care Association says the government has promoted care in the home as the more compassionate and cost-effective option for older people – but workers...
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Western Springs Bowl given green light by Auckland Council
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland councillors have finally decided what to do with Western Springs Stadium after years of debate. Supplied / Auckland Council Plans to build a Hollywood Bowl-inspired...
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Bluebridge cancels Connemara sailing again, but says it will be back Wednesday
Source: Radio New Zealand The Connemara was scheduled to depart Wellington at 8.30pm, but it has now canned the service (file photo). RNZ / Bill Hickman Bluebridge have once again...
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UFC FIGHT NIGHT® Returns to Galaxy Macau in May with A Stellar Line-up Featuring Song Yadong vs Deiveson Figueiredo
Source: Media Outreach Priority Tickets for “Galaxy Ultimate” WeChat Members on Exclusive Pre-Sale April 14 Public Sale on April 17 MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026...
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Wanted man arrested in Christchurch
Source: New Zealand Police To be attributed to Inspector Craig Scott, Christchurch Police: Police have arrested a wanted man following a series of events involving a stolen vehicle across the...
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Injury leads former electrician back to EIT for new creative career path
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 3 hours ago A traumatic brain injury that ended a 22-year career as an electrician led Dean Hepburn back to study at EIT, where he...
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Neuroscientist returns to New Zealand to lead EIT Health and Sport Science
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 1 day ago A New Zealand-born neuroscientist who spent a decade leading research in the United Kingdom has returned home to take up a new...
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Major works completed at SH2 Devil’s Elbow
Source: New Zealand Government The completion of repair work at Devil’s Elbow on State Highway 2 (SH2) marks the end of Cyclone Gabrielle recovery work in the Napier to Wairoa...
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Tourism minister unhappy with MP’s shot at taxpayer spending on football
Source: Radio New Zealand English Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur is set to play Auckland FC in a friendly at Eden Park in July. JAKUB PORZYCKI / AFP The Tourism...
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Proposed import requirements for fresh blueberries (Vaccinium spp.) for human consumption
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say From 31 March to 15 May 2026, the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) invites comment on proposed import requirements for fresh...
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Five ways the Waiheke Local Board protects our environment
Source: Auckland Council Across Waiheke, locals are taking action – trapping pests, restoring wetlands, reducing waste and protecting marine life. Backed by the Waiheke Local Board, these community-led efforts are helping safeguard the island’s...
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Government reduces housing intensification rules for Auckland – again
Source: Radio New Zealand Housing Minister Chris Bishop. RNZ/Marika Khabazi The government has made yet another change to legislation setting out the plan to accommodate new homes in Auckland in...
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Celine Dion is returning to the stage
Source: Radio New Zealand Celine Dion, who was previously sidelined from performing due to a rare neurological disorder, has announced a series of concerts that will bring her back to...
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Ministers seek ‘urgent advice’ to ease fuel price pain for support workers
Source: Radio New Zealand Health Minister Simeon Brown. RNZ / Mark Papalii Ministers have sought “urgent advice” about how best to ease the pain of rising fuel prices for in-home...
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Police investigating man’s injuries after assault and being hit by car in Hastings
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Ryan Kemsley, Police are investigating an incident that has left a man with injuries in Hastings last night. At around 9.30pm, Police...