Activist Sector – Peters fails on Washington trip – Peace Action Wellington

Source: Peace Action Wellington Date: Wednesday, 8 April 2026 – “The Foreign Minister Winston Peters has failed to call out the genocidal threats of the US and Israeli governments against the 90 million people of Iran as he meets with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Peters’ silence in the face of imminent war crimes is … Read more

NGOs – As Pacific nations queue for petrol, ministers gather to chart a fossil-fuel-free future

Source: Fossil Fuel Treaty APRIL 8, 2025 – As Pacific nations scramble to secure fuel supplies amid the Iran war – with Fiji hiking petrol prices by 20%, Tuvalu sending government workers home and the Marshall Islands declaring a 90-day economic emergency — ministers from across the region are convening in Vanuatu to do something about … Read more

Hunters on target at police, DOC forest checkpoint

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  08 April 2026 Easter is often seen as the traditional start of the hunting season, and this year the long weekend coincided with The Roar – when stags become vocal and aggressive in search of breeding opportunities. The two authorities have various responsibilities to manage hunting and hunters – for … Read more

‘Damaging, potentially life-threatening’ Cyclone Vaianu increasingly likely to hit NZ

Source: Radio New Zealand The tropical cyclone’s possible path over New Zealand. Niwa Weather screenshot Forecasters are warning that Cyclone Vaianu is increasingly likely to hit the country this weekend. MetService says the incoming Tropical Cyclone Vaianu could bring life-threatening winds to the North Island on Sunday. Meterologist Alanna Burrows says the cyclone – currently … Read more

‘Alarming for whole world’: Willis reacts to Trump Iran threat

Source: Radio New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis isn’t impressed with Donald Trump’s threats to destroy Iran’s civilisation. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The Finance Minister says she’s “alarmed” at “unprecedented” rhetoric by the US President Donald Trump, while the Foreign Minister says concern would occur if “people keep on heightening the effect of a comment … Read more

Boil water notice lifted for Auckland suburbs

Source: Radio New Zealand A boil water notice was issued for parts of Hillsborough, Mt Roskill, Royal Oak and Three Kings on Tuesday. RNZ / Calvin Samuel A boil water notice for some Auckland suburbs has been lifted and is now safe to use as normal, Watercare says. The notice was issued on Tuesday for … Read more

Keith Rankin Analysis – The Axis Nuclear Option in light of Japan 1945

Analysis by Keith Rankin, 8 April 2026. Based on my reading of the latest upscaling of US rhetoric, one of the military options being considered by the Israeli-American axis is the nuclear option. Refer Trump says a ‘whole civilization will die tonight’ if deal isn’t reached, One News, 8 April 2026. Keith Rankin, trained as … Read more

EPA approval good news for spud lovers

Source: Environmental Protection Authority The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has approved a new fungicide seed treatment to control disease on potatoes. The New Zealand potato industry is valued at approximately $1 billion annually, according to Potatoes New Zealand. Syngenta Crop Protection Limited applied to introduce Vibrance Premium, a fungicide containing 40 g/L sedaxane and 50 g/L … Read more

Northland News – Applications open for Tū i te ora Scholarships

Source: Northland Regional Council Applications for Northland Regional Council’s Tū i te ora Scholarships have opened, with recipients set to receive financial support and paid work experience at council next summer. Four scholarships are available, each includes $5000 to assist with study costs, plus paid full-time work experience with NRC from mid-November 2026 to mid-February 2027. … Read more

Pharmac invites feedback before possible medicine brand changes

Source: PHARMAC When a medicine is no longer under patent, suppliers can sell a generic, often less expensive, version of that medicine. Once a year, we invite suppliers to bid to be the main suppliers of medicines that are no longer under patent. Depending on which supplier’s bid is successful, the funded brand of medicine … Read more

Activist Sector – AWA Condemns US President Donald Trump’s Genocidal Threats Against Iran

Source: Anti War Aotearoa (AWA) Awa spokesperson today issued condemnation of recent statements made by US President Donald Trump, calling his threats against the civilian population of Iran “alarming, irresponsible, and incompatible with the basic norms of political discourse.” Trump’s social media post threatened that  “A whole civilisation will die tonight,” which has been widely … Read more

Fire Safety – Muriwhenua zone in Northland District to move to restricted fire season

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand will move the Muriwhenua zone of Te Tai Tokerau Northland District into a restricted fire season from 8am, Wednesday 8 April, until further notice. The change applies to Ahipara, Awanui, the Karikari Peninsula, and the Aupouri Peninsula up to Cape Reinga. All offshore islands remain … Read more

Finance Minister condemnds Trump over Iran civilisation threat

Source: Radio New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis isn’t impressed with Donald Trump’s threats to destroy Iran’s civilisation. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The Finance Minister says she’s “alarmed” at “unprecedented” rhetoric by the US President Donald Trump, while the Foreign Minister says concern would occur if “people keep on heightening the effect of a comment … Read more

Health – Why is aged care so hard to understand?

Source: Aged Care Association Recently, I received an email from a woman trying to help her mother navigate the aged care system. She is highly educated, with multiple post-graduate qualifications. Yet she told me she still couldn’t work out what on earth was going on. Her request was simple: “Plain language please.” It’s hard to argue … Read more

Health – Fund launched to help families affected by deadly lung disease

Source: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation A new fund named in honour of a young Northland woman who died from a devastating lung disease at 24 will help support families affected by bronchiectasis. The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ has established the Esther-Jordan Muriwai Ahuru Fund after formally absorbing the Bronchiectasis Foundation last month. The fund will … Read more

What is America’s 25th Amendment and how can it be used to remove a president?

Source: Radio New Zealand Could Donald Trump legally be removed from office? American rules allow two different ways it could happen. MANDEL NGAN / AFP Explainer – US President Donald Trump’s fiery rhetoric towards Iran has raised concerns about his fitness for office and calls to invoke the 25th Amendment. But can America legally remove … Read more

Arrest made over Papakura firearms incident

Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested a man over a firearms incident on Marne Road in Papakura last month. The 41-year-old man had a warrant for his arrest and was subject of an appeal late last month. Detective Senior Sergeant Simon Taylor, of Counties Manukau South CIB, says the man was located by a … Read more

‘A very close eye’ being kept on Cyclone Vaianu’s possible threat to North Island

Source: Radio New Zealand The tropical cyclone’s possible path over New Zealand. Niwa Weather screenshot Forecasters are warning that Cyclone Vaianu is increasingly likely to hit the country this weekend. The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research, NIWA, says its modelling indicates that the cyclone will most likely reach the North Island on Sunday. … Read more

Arrest in Mt Albert disorder

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Anthony Darvill, Auckland City West Area Investigations Manager: Police have made an arrest in the investigation into a disorder incident in Mt Albert on Friday 27 March, where a number of people were seriously injured. A 17-year-old male will appear in the Auckland Youth Court … Read more

Global dairy prices fall for first time this year

Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Global dairy prices have fallen for the first time this year amid uncertainty about oversupply in the market. The average price at the fortnightly auction fell 3.4 percent to US$4228 (NZ$7.378) a tonne. The price of wholemilk powder, which influences farmer payouts, fell 0.7 percent to US$3687 US dollars a … Read more

NRL: Warriors centre Adam Pompey suspended for dangerous contact

Source: Radio New Zealand Adam Pompey, scoring here against the Roosters, has been suspended for two matches. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport NRL: NZ Warriors v Melbourne Storm Kickoff 9.30pm, Saturday, 11 April AAMI Stadium, Melbourne Live blog updates on RNZ website Warriors coach Andrew Webster will have to tweak his team to play the Melbourne Storm after … Read more

‘A very close eye’ being kept on Cyclone Vainu’s possible threat to North Island

Source: Radio New Zealand The tropical cyclone’s possible path over New Zealand. Niwa Weather screenshot Forecasters are warning that Cyclone Vaianu is increasingly likely to hit the country this weekend. The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research, NIWA, says its modelling indicates that the cyclone will most likely reach the North Island on Sunday. … Read more

Rural football club takes legal action over ‘unsustainable’ fees

Source: Radio New Zealand Oxford say fees to Mainland Football are crippling the club. SUPPLIED A small South Island football club is taking legal action against its local federation, alleging it is being charged excessive fees that are pushing rural clubs to the brink. The move follows earlier RNZ reporting on rising participation costs in … Read more

Cyclone Maila upgraded, as PNG and Solomons brace for more

Source: Radio New Zealand Flooding caused by Cyclone Maila at Baia Village in PNG’s West New Britain province. Supplied Severe Tropical Cyclone Maila has been upgraded to a Category 4 system, as it hovers over the Solomon Sea and is forecast to track back towards Papua New Guinea’s mainland later this week. Australia’s Bureau of … Read more

Rocket scientist turned doctor shares habits to slash household waste

Source: Radio New Zealand Anita Vandyke started out her working life as an aerospace engineer, then pivoted to medicine. Now she uses the problem-solving skills she developed working in those fields to help people reduce waste. Vandyke was born in Guangzhou, China, raised in Australia, and now lives in Sydney. Anita Vandyke cuts down on … Read more

Charities facing demand call on government to reconsider fuel subsidy

Source: Radio New Zealand Gigi Joyce said she’s sold her car after the spike in fuel costs and now picks up food parcels on a rented e-scooter.  Lucy Xia/RNZ An Auckland mum has been picking up parcels from a foodbank with an e-scooter amidst the fuel crisis as charities see more people unable to afford … Read more

Kiwi entrepreneur’s April Fool’s post hits the wrong note

Source: Radio New Zealand Founder of subletting platform Kiki, made a LinkedIn post on April Fool’s Day that the company was going to shut down Kiki Club in London. It was later deleted. 123rf A controversial entrepreneur is under fire for an April Fool’s joke. Toby Thomas-Smith, founder of subletting platform Kiki, posted on LinkedIn … Read more