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At this party, everyone is the same height
Source: Radio New Zealand How’s the weather up there? Standing at nearly 5 feet 2 inches tall (about 157cm), I’ve rarely been able to reach the highest shelves at the...
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Senior doctors settle pay claim after 19 months of rancour
Source: Radio New Zealand Unsplash / Hush Naidoo Jade After 19 months of bargaining and several strikes, senior doctors have ratified a pay agreement with Health NZ. Ninety-four percent of...
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TVNZ found in breach of broadcasting standards over Trump report
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Marika Khabazi TVNZ has been found in breach of broadcasting standards in its reporting of US President Donald Trump’s supposed comments after the arrest...
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Access changes at Wye Creek
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 07 May 2026 Source: Department of Conservation and Pioneer Energy The primary purpose of the structures is worker access to the hydro scheme, south of Queenstown,...
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Dogged determination locates fleeing youths
Source: New Zealand Police A Police Tactical Dog Team was on the scent of fleeing youths last week, tracking them through Northland bush for over a kilometre. Just after midnight...
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Drugs, guns and plywood – man arrested for midnight movements
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Inspector Matenga Gray, Area Commander Manawatu A man is in court this morning following a Police stop which found him in possession of a...
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Farmers’ nature work recognised and export claims boosted by Silver Fern Farm’s initiative
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Minister Hon Andrew Hoggard visited Silver Fern Farms in Dunedin to hear how the company is responding to growing export market demand for credible nature...
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Senior doctors vote to accept settlement
Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement for members of Association of Salaried Medical Specialists (ASMS), who represent Senior Medical...
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Frigate project progress key for maritime security
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is progressing work to replace the Royal New Zealand Navy’s aging frigates as part of broader efforts to strengthen New Zealand’s Defence capability, Defence...
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Current vacancies at OPC
Source: Privacy Commissioner Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rāKia hiwa rā ki tēnei tukuKia hiwa rā ki tērā tukuKia tū, kia oho,kia mataara! Privacy is precious – help protect itThe...
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Man charged with mudering Ruatiti couple
Source: Radio New Zealand Brendon and Trina Cole were found dead at a rural property in Ruatiti last December. SUPPLIED A 30-year-old is facing murder charges in relation to the...
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Supporting communities to create safer environments for children
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has launched a new prevention initiative for parents and caregivers to help keep New Zealand children safe from sexual harm, Associate Minister for ACC...
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Climate Change Commission report urges ‘decisive’ action as major risks loom
Source: Radio New Zealand Urgent, decisive action is needed on how communities will pay for the costs of adapting to climate change, a major new report says. Climate-driven severe weather...
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Developer seeks to build road through Silverstream Spur, construct 1600 homes
Source: Radio New Zealand Several edits have been made to this story for clarity and to include the developer’s reply on claims kiwi are present in the area. A developer...
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Update: Man charged in relation to Ruatiti double homicide
Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm a 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged in relation to the deaths of Brendon and Trina Cole on Murumuru Road in December...
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Boost for cycling infrastructure across NZ
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing up to $7.1 million to upgrade six Great Rides cycle trails, strengthening regional tourism and safety, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston...
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What is the English Language Bill and what would it actually do in New Zealand?
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has been a vocal supporter of making English an official language in New Zealand. A bill doing just that is...
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Protections locked in to stop abuse in overseas adoptions
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is moving to permanently shut down loopholes that allowed children adopted overseas to be brought into unsafe homes, says Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee....
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Fast bowling stocks get a boost for Irish and English Tour
Source: Radio New Zealand Will O’Rourke returns to the Blackcaps test squad, after recovering from a stress fracture. PHOTOSPORT The return of two key fast bowlers, and the maiden selection...
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Drowning blackspot Piha: Questions raised about possible delays
Source: Radio New Zealand Piha beach, west of Auckland City, is considered one of New Zealand’s most dangerous beaches. RNZ / Rayssa Almeida Surf lifeguards at Auckland’s notoriously dangerous Piha...
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Developer seeks to build road through Silverstream Spur, then construct 1600 homes
Source: Radio New Zealand A developer is calling on the Upper Hutt City Council to let it build what it believes to be a crucial road through native bush, so...
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Who’s got the most disposable income?
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Who has the most disposable income in the country? RNZ has crunched the data to look at which areas in New Zealand are left with...
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Research reveals young people are worried about mental health, bullying and job prospects
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Young people are worried about mental health, bullying and job prospects, while feeling pressure to “have it all figured out”, according to new research by...
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Researcher trials smartwatches to predict asthma attacks
Source: Radio New Zealand University of Auckland researchers will trial technology which they hope will allow asthma sufferers to predict attacks up to a week ahead of time. Unsplash People...
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‘He’s a true Badminton horse’: Jonelle Price backs rising star for big stage
Source: Radio New Zealand Jonelle Price is looking forward to Badminton. Libby Law/Photosport Equestrian Jonelle Price believes she has a horse that can be a contender at major three-day events...
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Noah Berkeley is on a mission to be independent after an accident left him paralysed
Source: Radio New Zealand Noah says he’s been inspired by the wheelchair rugby players he’s met while in Christchurch and he hopes to get further into the sport. Supplied A...
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A clifftop rescue adds to kākāpō chick numbers
Source: Radio New Zealand DOC Kākāpō Recovery Programme announced that this year was officially biggest kākāpō breeding season on record. JAKE OSBORNE Days of tunnelling, an uncertain outcome, a welcome...