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Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland Museum’s tohunga expert weavers’ advisory group, Taumata Māreikura, is analysing the cloak. Supplied / Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum The return of a centuries-old Māori warrior’s cloak to Aotearoa New Zealand has brought surprise, intrigue, and an ancestral connection for the traditional Māori weaving experts studying it. The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is clarifying climate change laws to provide businesses with certainty around their obligations, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “Ongoing litigation in the High Court, where an applicant has brought civil claims against six major businesses for their greenhouse gas emissions, is creating uncertainty in business confidence and investment that … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Quin Tauetau KiwiSaver members in aggressive funds have done better under Democrat US presidents and National governments in New Zealand. Morningstar has compiled data showing typical returns in various time periods. KiwiSaver launched in July 2007, when Helen Clark’s Labour government was in power, and George W Bush was … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A Wellington man who severely injured his spine and is tetraplegic has climbed the equivalent of Mount Everest in a year. Andrew Leslie walked to the top of Mount Kaukau 35 times in the past 12 months as part of his rehabilitation. Six years ago, Leslie injured his spinal cord in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Swedish government recently announced it was moving from the classroom use of digital devices back to physical books. It cited concerns over declining test scores and increasing screen time. Are these concerns well-founded? And what does the science of reading say about the possible consequences of reading on digital devices … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Former TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman. Aotearoa Media Collective Opposition MPs say former TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman was “hounded” into resigning, after a “witch hunt” all while public broadcasters are under “immense pressure” from the coalition. There has also been an outpouring of reaction from other broadcasters and commentators. Many … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF The number of New Zealand students studying on Massey Univeristy’s campuses is rising after halving over the past 10 years, it says. Meanwhile, a union leader says the university’s Albany, Palmerston North and Wellington sites feel like ghost towns. Official figures showed Massey had 12,345 equivalent full-time domestic students in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The government has said the Bill would restore police powers rather than giving them new ones. File photo. RNZ / Richard Tindiller The FBI could get hold of masses of personal information about New Zealanders, a lawyer has warned MPs. The Justice Select Committee has been hearing submissions on the Policing … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Matt (left), Coco, Adam, and Joseph. RNZ / Pretoria Gordon Some University of Auckland students are questioning whether they can afford to continue their studies, after the government has announced it is scrapping the fees-free university scheme. “I don’t speak for every student here, but I would not be surprised if … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Police are reviewing the operating model of their media and communications team. RNZ / Richard Tindiller A proposed restructure of police’s media and communications team is focusing on ways to use their own platforms to “overcome the depleted media landscape”. An internal document says this gives organisations an opportunity to “control … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Middle East conflict has led to a sharp drop in revenue for small and medium sized manufacturers. 123rf New Zealand SME manufacturers have seen a sharp drop in revenue and profits, with diminished inventories as disruption from the Middle East conflict ripples through markets. The first quarter Manufacturing Health Index … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis visit a Singapore refinery on 5 April 2026. Supplied / Prime Minister’s Office Retailers and truckers back the government’s more simplified, high-trust fuel rationing system, but Labour says it is simply not credible. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Fuel Security Minister Shane … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Sarah Bolton is the owner of Red Square. Supplied The owner of Wellington bar Red Square remembers celebrating her 21st birthday at the venue on the first weekend it opened. Now, Sarah Bolton, who was passed down the business by her father and his business partner, said it was time to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Education Review Office has released a new guide to help parents understand what makes a good school. 123RF The Education Review Office [ERO] has released a new guide to help parents understand what makes a good school. The Guide to Schools provides practical advice on choosing a school and understanding … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Local Government Minister Simon Watts. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone More than 100,000 people have claimed a rates rebate so far this year. The Rates Rebate scheme helps lower-income household who are struggling to pay their council rates. From 1 July 2026, the maximum rebate will increase from $805 to $830. The … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Unsplash / Rifky Nur Setyadi A change to the rules means fewer people will have to account for tax on money they haven’t yet received. Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is welcoming a change to the “cash basis person” definition, the first in 30 years. “A ‘cash basis person’ might … Read more
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Source: Radio New Zealand Everlee Wihongi was detained when re-entering the US on a Green Card a month ago, following a family holiday in New Zealand. Supplied The mother of a New Zealander being held in ICE custody in the United States says she does not know where her daughter will end up, after she … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Remi, a 14-year-old retired race horse, had to be put down because of the injuries she sustained when fireworks were let off near her. Supplied The days of yahooing, serious injury accidents, fires, and tragic animal deaths around 5 November may be numbered. For decades, petitioners have been asking Parliament to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand When 60-year-old Liz Bell wakes up in the morning, she rolls out of a bed made with cotton sheets and a feather-stuffed duvet and pillows. She pours oats from a glass jar into a stainless steel pot and stirs them with a wooden spoon to make porridge. Bell avoids plastic utensils … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Fans will get a chance to see Chelsea F.C. Women in action at the International Football Festival, thanks to the Government’s $70 million Major Events and Tourism Package, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “Chelsea F.C. Women will take on Auckland FC Women’s Invitational XI on Saturday 8 August at Eden … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Oriini Kaipara has confirmed her loyalty to Te Pāti Māori after conflicting statements were made to different media outlets. VNP/Phil Smith Oriini Kaipara has confirmed her loyalty to Te Pāti Māori after conflicting statements were made by her spokesperson to different media outlets, as the party announces it will make a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Everlee Wihongi was detained when re-entering the US on a Green Card a month ago, following a family holiday in New Zealand. Supplied The mother of a New Zealander being held in ICE custody in the United States says she does not know where her daughter will end up, after she … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Rachel Leota has been appointed Corrections acting secretary and chief executive. Supplied / LinkedIn Corrections has announced a new acting chief executive, weeks after saying one of its deputy chief executives would be filling the interim role. The former chief executive Jeremy Lightfoot is moving to head the new Ministry for … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Hump Ridge Track near Tuatapere. RNZ / Tess Brunton Bookings for the Great Walks start to open on Tuesday with the Department of Conservation expecting strong demand. The Paparoa Track is the first to open on Tuesday followed by the Milford Track on Wednesday. Last year, the department (DOC) upgraded … Read more
Source: Education Review Office The Education Review Office (ERO) has today released a new Guide to Schools to help parents understand what makes a school good. ERO Acting Chief Review Officer Tim Fowler says the research is clear: more informed and engaged parents help their children get more from their education and leads to better outcomes. … Read more