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Police and Health warn of dangers of nitrous oxide
Source: New Zealand Police Police and the Ministry of Health are working together in response to growing concerns about the misuse of nitrous oxide, particularly when it is used by...
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David Seymour renews call to sell government Air NZ’s shares after half-year loss
Source: Radio New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour criticised the airline, saying it should go back to the basics. RNZ / Mark Papalii Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has...
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Government receives final COVID Inquiry report
Source: New Zealand Government The Government welcomes the delivery of the final report from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into COVID-19 Lessons to the Governor-General this morning. “I want to...
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Fewer victims of crime, more police on the beat
Source: New Zealand Government A tough on crime approach and a near doubling of police foot patrols have driven a huge drop in the number of victims of violent crime...
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Deputy PM David Seymour renews call to sell govt shares after Air NZ’s big half-year loss
Source: Radio New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour criticised the airline, saying it should go back to the basics. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has...
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Police didn’t check properly on man who died in custody, watchdog finds
Source: Radio New Zealand The man was found unresponsive in a cell on October 6, 2023. (File photo) RNZ / REECE BAKER Police officers did not provide proper checks on...
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Universities – Vice-Chancellor Professor Nic Smith stands down from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington Professor Nic Smith is standing down as Vice-Chancellor at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, to take up the role of Vice-Chancellor at...
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Save the Children: Child poverty figures demand Government action to address stagnation
Source: Save the Children Thursday 26 February 2026 – Save the Children: Child poverty figures demand Government action to address stagnation. Save the Children is calling on the Government to...
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Child material hardship climbs to 10-year high – CPAG
Source: Child Poverty Action Group The number of children living in material hardship has reached a 10-year high, with 14.3% of children, nearly 170,000 children, living in material hardship. Figures released...
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Tech – Fujitsu automates entire software development lifecycle with new AI-Driven Software Development Platform
Source: Fujitzu Platform will be used in modifications of all 67 software packages provided to medical and governmental industry customers by end of fiscal year 2026 Fujitsu Limited. Sydney, Australia,...
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University Research – School experience plays a critical role in teen mental health, new Growing Up in New Zealand findings show – UoA
Source: University of Auckland – UoA How young people experience school plays a critical role in their mental health, according to new findings from Growing Up in New Zealand. The...
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Financial Results – Kiwibank delivers positive half-year result and continues faster than market growth
Source: Kiwibank Kiwibank delivered a positive half-year result for the six months to 31 December 2025 (1H26), with net profit after tax of $103 million, up 12% on the prior...
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Alternative Dental Policy – New report highlights overseas oral health models, showing alternatives for New Zealand
Source: Dental for All A new report published today by Dental For All explores eight overseas approaches to oral healthcare and shows another way is possible for Aotearoa New Zealand....
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Patrol catches alleged fraudster
Source: New Zealand Police An alleged fraud offender’s numbers were up after he was caught up with by a late-night patrol. The Auckland City Beat Team were assisting with mobile...
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Significance of UK border change only just being realised – travel correspondent
Source: Radio New Zealand Gill Bonnett The significance of changes to United Kingdom entry requirements has only just been realised, a British travel correspondent says. Late last year, the British...
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‘Lot of urgency’ for Tall Blacks ahead of Fiba World Cup qualifying games
Source: Radio New Zealand Tall Blacks and Australian NBL players like Reuben Te Rangi will be looking for different contracts in the off-season. www.photosport.nz The winless Tall Blacks hit the...
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Speech to Local Government Meeting
Source: New Zealand Government Thank you to LGNZ for the opportunity, and thank you to the mayors, chairs, and councilors for putting your names forward to serve your communities. It’s...
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Woman murdered in random attack on an Auckland bus was stabbed roughly 20 times
Source: Radio New Zealand Bernice Louise Marychurch was described as a loving, beautiful and devoted mother. (File photo) Facebook Content warning: This story contains graphic violence, which some readers may...
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Police acknowledge IPCA findings on care in custody
Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge the Independent Police Conduct Authority’s findings into an incident in 2023 where a man self-harmed while in Police custody. The incident occurred on 6...
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Gecko repatriation closes curious trans-national case
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 26 February 2026 Jewelled geckos are native to the southeast of the South Island and are generally a striking bright green with diamond-shaped patches or...
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Kiwi drones to boost Defence capability
Source: New Zealand Government Innovative Kiwi drones will be trialled by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) to strengthen capability while growing local industry, Defence Minister Judith Collins announced today. ...
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Temporary bridge to reconnect Pirongia community
Source: New Zealand Government A temporary bridge is expected to be in place on State Highway 39 by mid‑March, reconnecting the community south of Pirongia after the Mangati Bridge was...
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Pedalling progress for the scenic Waimate trail
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing $200,000 in the Waimate Trail as part of its ongoing commitment to grow local tourism, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston announced...
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Bike group praises government proposal to let under 12s cycle on footpaths
Source: Radio New Zealand The proposal would let children under 12 ride on the footpath rather than the road. (File photo) 123RF A cycling group is praising a government proposal...
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The Art of Noticing: what photography has taught me about nature
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Olivia Wentzell was the winner of the Landscape Category in the 2025 New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year. She studied zoology and environmental science...
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Police probe death of rider found beside his motorbike at Auckland property
Source: Radio New Zealand Police are making enquiries into a sudden death in Taupaki near Kumeū on Wednesday night. At around 9pm, officers attended the incident on a shared driveway...
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How to catch and move the country’s tiniest bird
Source: Radio New Zealand If you want to catch a tiny bird and move it to a new home, you need expert help and your car’s aircon on. Overheating is...