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Source: Statistics New Zealand Economic impacts on New Zealand from conflict in the Middle East – report 16 April 2026 This page provides updates on how economic impacts from the Middle East conflict are reflected in Stats NZ releases. Changes in fuel prices and supply chains are likely to have a broad range of impacts … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Beef cattle numbers on the rise – news story 16 April 2026 Beef cattle numbers increased in 2025, while the number of sheep and dairy cattle dipped slightly, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. Final figures from the 2025 Agricultural Production Survey showed that the number of beef cattle … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Grant Anderson scores a try for Melbourne Storm against the Warriors. photosport NZ Warriors have completed a rumoured player exchange with Brisbane Broncos, receiving outside back Grant Anderson on a three-year contract from next season. The deal compensates the Auckland NRL club for releasing current co-captain Mitch Barnett, who will return … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF One person is dead after crash between a truck and a car on State Highway 49 in the Ruapehu District. Police said it happened on State Highway 49 in Tangiwai shortly before 6.45pm on Thursday and a person died at the scene. The road is closed and police said drivers … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Greyhound racing will be banned on 31st July. 123RF Former greyhound trainers and owners will be paid to look after the dogs until they’re re-homed, once a ban on commercial greyhound racing comes into force on 31st July. A new government agency set up to wind down the industry and rehome … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand David Seymour says the party first raised this issue in September last year. RNZ / Mark Papalii The ACT Party would ban unelected appointees on local council committees from having voting rights within 100 days if elected, leader David Seymour says. “If you’re voting on council decisions, you should be accountable … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Immigration New Zealand says it will carefully assess any future visa applications linked to Delhi-based CD Foundation after 18 performers who arrived for a Holi celebration in Auckland in February overstayed their visas. In early March, Immigration New Zealand told RNZ it was trying to contact cultural … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Dads in Hawke’s Bay will soon be able to tell their braids from a ponytail thanks to a new class helping fathers learn practical hair skills. Eastern Institute of Technology hairdressing tutor and mum Courtney Cook told Checkpoint growing up her dad always did her hair, which she said was special … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF A Papatoetoe man has been released on bail after appearing in court charged over anti-Indian graffiti sprayed outside an Auckland school. The message, which incited violence against the Indian community, was first spotted on Saturday near Papatoetoe Central School and the man was arrested on Thursday morning. Another piece of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The graffiti appeared on a footbridge over the Maitai River, but was painted over an hour after the council was alerted to its presence. File picture. RNZ / Tracy Neal Nelson City Council and the New Zealand Jewish Council have condemned anti-Semitic behaviour, after hate speech targeting Jewish people was graffitied … Read more
Source: Media Outreach “SIAM PARAGON SUMMERBEATS MUSIC FEST 2026” Captivates Thai and International Tourists A Resounding Success Merging Tradition, Fashion, Music, and Lifestyle in the Heart of Bangkok BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2026 – Siam Paragon reaffirms its status as a world-class global destination and a top-of-mind landmark for both … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Southern Medicinal has converted the old Mataura paper mill into a medicinal cannabis and hemp growing, testing and processing facility. Supplied / Southern Medicinal The budding medicinal cannabis sector is struggling to put down roots and another specialist processing factory is set to close. But regulators considering current rules and a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Nicola Willis is in Washington DC is attending the International Monetary Fund and World Bank spring meetings. RNZ / Mark Papalii Finance Minister Nicola Willis has promised to be “frank and candid” in her White House meetings overnight, as she seeks clarity about when the conflict in the Middle East might … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ/Supplied Businesses in a South Auckland suburb say they are sick of 18-wheeler commercial trucks blocking their access paths, doing roadside repairs and leaving oil on the streets. They often park on berms, blind corners and block driveways. Janine Allen from local business Mfi Engineering said she has had a gutsful. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The crash happened on Wairere Drive in Hamilton on Monday. RNZ / Marika Khabazi Two 15-year-olds have died in a crash in Hamilton. The crash which happened on Wairere Drive on Monday involved a car, with four people inside, and a truck. Police have now named those who died as Jrusc … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Tarawera River, where two people died on Thursday. Google Maps Two local children were killed when a riverbank collapsed in the Tarawera River near Boyce Park in Kawerau. The boys were aged 10 and 12. Emergency services were called about 11.30am on Thursday, after a report of a party getting … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2026 – Paymentology, the leading global issuer-processor, today announced its official entry into the Australian market, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy. With a proven track record of enabling banks, fintechs, and digital disruptors worldwide, Paymentology is bringing its advanced, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Professor Joan Bray Rose recognised for pioneering Quantitative Microbial Risk Assessment (QMRA) as a global approach for assessing pathogen risks in water QMRA adopted into global drinking water standards and enabled safe water reuse, benefitting millions worldwide SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 April 2026 – Professor Joan Bray Rose has … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF A Papatoetoe man has been released on bail after appearing in court charged over anti-Indian graffiti sprayed outside an Auckland school. The message, which incited violence against the Indian community, was first spotted on Saturday near Papatoetoe Central School and the man was arrested on Thursday morning. Another piece of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Inspector Phil Gillbanks, Acting Eastern Bay of Plenty Area Commander: Local kaumatua have performed karakia and placed a rahui on the Tarawera River following two tragic deaths from a water-related incident this afternoon in Kawerau. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at Boyce Park at around 11.30am today. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Shoriful Islam of Bangladesh celebrates the wicket of Glenn Phillips, 2023. Aaron Gillions / Photosport Black Caps coach Rob Walter says it is fortunate that there are so many New Zealand cricketers experiencing conditions in Asia. Walter’s side has arrived in Bangladesh for a white ball series that includes three ODI’s … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Nicola Willis is in Washington DC is attending the International Monetary Fund and World Bank spring meetings. RNZ / Mark Papalii Finance Minister Nicola Willis has promised to be “frank and candid” in her White House meetings overnight, as she seeks clarity about when the conflict in the Middle East might … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Bruce Ford is head of the Stewart Island Seniors Cottage Trust. RNZ / Mark Papalii Stewart Island resident Bruce Ford reckons there’s a problem with getting old on Rakiura – there’s nowhere suitable to do it. The local of 60 years is the head of the Stewart Island Seniors Cottage Trust. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Morgan Gorge. Neil Silverwood Outdoors and environmental groups are calling on a fast-track panel to decline a controversial West Coast hydro proposal. Westpower Limited have draft approval to build the $200 million Waitaha hydro scheme on conservation land between Hokitika and Franz Josef Glacier. The plan is to build a … Read more
AM Edition: Here are the top 10 politics articles on LiveNews.co.nz for April 16, 2026 – Full Text
Source: Radio New Zealand Union members were asking police, the Public Service Commission and government to “repay the risks endemic in the role of a police officer”. The Police Association says it’s “extremely concerned” a police memo to staff regarding a pay bargaining campaign was “an attempt to intimidate members”. The association also says the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand An artist’s impression of one of the new ferries loading. FHL Marlborough locals are being asked if they should pay Port Marlborough’s $110 million share of the Picton ferry redevelopment. The work in Picton is estimated to cost $531m and is part of the $1.867 billion Cook Strait Ferry Replacement Programme. … Read more