Spinning meats are far more than a 3am feed

Source: Radio New Zealand In the half-century or so since Turkish immigrants brought the doner kebab to Aotearoa, the wrap filled with meat shaved off a vertical spit, salads and sauces has become a fast food staple, particularly late at night. But there’s a lot more to spinning meats than 3am feeds. “I don’t want … Read more

Christopher Luxon meets with other world leaders to discuss Strait of Hormuz situation

Source: Radio New Zealand Prime minister Christopher Luxon has taken part in a virtual meeting of world leaders overnight to discuss efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Supplied / Christopher Luxon via X The prime minister has taken part in a virtual meeting of world leaders overnight to discuss efforts to reopen the Strait … Read more

Milestones not the motivation for 70 year old record breaker

Source: Radio New Zealand Michele Allison (1) supplied / Michele Allison Michele Allison continues to etch her name in the record books, but it’s not the milestones that keep her going. The 70-year-old Wellingtonian has competed in most long distance running and multi-discipline events in the country and many overseas, adding another best time at … Read more

NRL: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck bolsters NZ Warriors backline with surprise return to centre

Source: Radio New Zealand Roger Tuivasa-Sheck celebrates victory – finally – over Melbourne Storm. AAP / Photosport NRL: NZ Warriors v Gold Coast Titans Kickoff 5pm, Saturday, 18 April Go Media Stadium, Auckland Live blog updates on RNZ website Turns out Roger Tuivasa-Sheck was just waiting to be asked to move back into the NZ … Read more

Minister Chris Bishop ‘unhappy’ investigation into police breath testing taking so long

Source: Radio New Zealand Transport Minister Chris Bishop RNZ/Marika Khabazi The Transport Minister has told officials to hurry up and give him a full briefing on an independent analysis of police breath testing data saying he’s unhappy at how long it has taken to investigate. RNZ revealed last year that about 130 police officers were … Read more

Cricket: Black Caps v Bangladesh – first one-dayer

Source: Radio New Zealand Opener Henry Nicholls and allrounder Dean Foxcroft have scored half-centuries, as New Zealand set Bangladesh a target of 248 runs to win their first one-day encounter at Dhaka. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, the Black Caps began their innings slowly, but Nicholls and Will Young put on … Read more

Petrol and diesel prices up in March 2026 – Selected price indexes: March 2026 – Stats NZ news story and information release

Source: Statistics New Zealand Petrol and diesel prices up in March 2026 – news story 17 April 2026 Petrol and diesel prices both increased from February 2026 to March 2026. Petrol prices were up 18.6 percent while diesel prices increased 42.6 percent, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. The increases in petrol and … Read more

Electronic card transactions: March 2026 – Stats NZ information release

Source: Statistics New Zealand Electronic card transactions: March 2026 – information release 17 April 2026 The electronic card transactions (ECT) series cover debit, credit, and charge card transactions with New Zealand-based merchants. The series can be used to indicate changes in consumer spending and economic activity. Key facts All figures are seasonally adjusted unless otherwise … Read more

Highlanders coach questions ‘what is a red card?’

Source: Radio New Zealand Caleb Tangitau was knocked out cold against the Blues. Photosport Having just sparked a superb try to bring his side back in the contest before halftime, Caleb Tangitau lay on the Eden Park deck, unconscious. He had just copped a direct shoulder to the head, and was forced to sit out … Read more

4,680 young Chinese volunteers called “Little Deer” ready for Asian Beach Games

Source: Media Outreach SANYA, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 April 2026 – As the 6th Asian Beach Games draws near, 4,680 youth volunteers, affectionately known as the “Little Deer” (Xiao Lu Lu), have completed their general training and are now intensively honing their foreign language skills and job-specific practical abilities in final preparation … Read more

SERES’ Clifford Kang Highlights AI-Enabled Smart Mobility at the 2026 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 April 2026 – Clifford Kang, Vice President of SERES Group attended the 2026 World Internet Conference (WIC) Asia-Pacific Summit in Hong Kong from 13 to 14 April, where he shared the company’s latest perspectives on how artificial intelligence is redefining intelligent electric mobility … Read more

Super Rugby Pacific: Blues survive late Highlanders scare for win

Source: Radio New Zealand Blues captain Patrick Tuipulotu in action against the Highlanders. Brett Phibbs/Photosport The Blues have defied a comeback for the ages to hold off a heroic Highlanders finish and claim a thrilling 47-40 Super Rugby Pacific win in Auckland. The home side looked to have sewn up the win, but the Highlanders … Read more

Northland driver John Le Noel sentenced for death of cyclist Matthew Howard at Ōkaihau

Source: Radio New Zealand The tragedy re-ignited calls for speed bumps on Settlers Way, Ōkaihau’s main street. Supplied A judge has described a Northland man’s driving in the moments before a high-speed, hit-and-run crash that killed a teenage cyclist as “a recipe for disaster”. John Le Noel, 28, was sentenced on Friday in the Kaikohe … Read more

Waitaki residents facing 19 percent rates hike

Source: Radio New Zealand The council said 19 percent rise would cost the average ratepayer about $13 extra a week extra – almost $700 a year. RNZ / Quin Tauetau Waitaki’s ratepayers are looking at a 19 percent rates hike for the coming year. Mayor Mel Tavendale is warning that will only just keep their … Read more

Live: Super Rugby Pacific – NSW Waratahs v Moana Pasifika

Source: Radio New Zealand Follow all the Super Rugby Pacific action, as NSW Waratahs host Moana Pasifika at Allianz Stadium. Moana Pasifika are chasing their first win since February, with heavy defeats plaguing their 2026 season. They travel to Sydney to take on Waratahs side that have won just one of their last five games. … Read more

Taicang Day in Munich: Celebrating 18 Years of Sino-German Industrial Innovation

Source: Media Outreach MUNICH, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 April 2026 – The 18th edition of “Taicang Day” successfully convened at the BMW Welt Auditorium on April 16, marking nearly two decades of continuous economic and cultural exchange between the Chinese port city and Germany’s industrial heartland. The event attracted nearly 300 political … Read more

Papatoetoe’s Indian community vents anger over growing anti-Indian sentiment

Source: Radio New Zealand Members of the Indian community gather outside Papatoetoe Central School after graffiti inciting racial violence was found near the school last Saturday. RNZ / Blessen Tom Papatoetoe’s Indian community has voiced frustration at what appears to be growing anti-Indian sentiment in Auckland at a public meeting on Friday. The meeting was … Read more

GREE Unveils 130 Products at the 139th Canton Fair, with Over 80% Featuring AI and Green Energy-Saving Technologies

Source: Media Outreach GUANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 April 2026 – On April 15, the 139th China Import and Export Fair (hereinafter referred to as the “Canton Fair”) officially opened. As a leading enterprise in the manufacturing sector, Gree Electric made a grand appearance at Pavilion 4.2A under the theme “GREE, Making … Read more

Grim warning from Trucking Association, as impact of rising fuel costs hit consumers

Source: Radio New Zealand Some operators want permission to use bus lanes in heavy city traffic. RNZ / Marika Khabazi NZ Trucking Association chief executive Dave Boyce warns the real cost of the current fuel shortage has not hit consumers yet, as the industry considers ways to reduce the impact on operators. Boyce told RNZ’s … Read more

‘Very, very Kiwi’ garden wins gold at international flower show

Source: Radio New Zealand Since her 160m2 garden went on display at the Shenzhen Greater Bay Area Flower Show, over two million people have viewed Jules Moore‘s latest horticultural creation, Ocean’s Edge. Constructed with the help of a Chinese crew, the Auckland landscape designer’s coastal-inspired garden features stainless steel waves, a massive shell made of … Read more

Activist Sharon Hawke farewelled at Ōrākei marae

Source: Radio New Zealand By Taroi Black, Tuia News Activist Sharon Hawke being farewelled at Ōrākei marae. Supplied/Tuia News Family and friends have gathered at Ōrākei Marae to farewell activist Sharon Hawke who passed in Samoa last week. Sharon was just 52 when she passed, and is the daughter of renowned Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei leaders, … Read more

The Warehouse recalls Uniti sand products amid asbestos fears

Source: Radio New Zealand Customers were advised to return Uniti products to a Warehouse store, where they would receive a full refund. Supplied The Warehouse has recalled its Uniti sand art products, because of asbestos. The Warehouse Group chief legal and corporate affairs officer Silv Roest said Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) testing … Read more

NRL: NZ Warriors v Gold Coast Titans – what you need to know

Source: Radio New Zealand Taine Tuaupiki and Keno Kini will bring plenty of x-factor from fullback, when the Warriors meet the Titans. RNZ/Photosport NRL: NZ Warriors v Gold Coast Titans Kickoff 5pm, Saturday, 18 April Go Media Stadium, Auckland Live blog updates on RNZ website Despite their historic win over Melbourne Storm, NZ Warriors can’t … Read more

Police impersonator scammers targeting members of the Western Bay of Plenty community

Source: New Zealand Police Western Bay of Plenty Police are investigating incidents where people have received a scam phone call from someone claiming to be a police officer. Acting Sergeant Gea Grilli is urging members of the Western Bay of Plenty community to be alert to the scam. The ‘officer’ will call from an unknown … Read more

Live cricket: Black Caps v Bangladesh – first one-dayer

Source: Radio New Zealand Follow all the cricket action, as the Black Caps take on Bangladesh in their one-day match at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur. It’s the first of three ODI matches, followed by three T20I series matches, taking place during the Black Caps tour of Bangladesh. First ball is at 5pm NZT. Black … Read more

Renowned Māori education leader Rāwiri Wright honoured with doctorate

Source: Radio New Zealand Renowned Māori education leader Rāwiri Wright was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Education at Massey University. Massey University / David Wiltshire One of Aotearoa’s most renowned Māori education leaders, Rāwiri Wright, has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Education, recognising his contribution to Māori education, cultural revitalisation and equity. Wright (Te … Read more