Football: Phoenix women on the brink of history after 3-1 win over Sydney FC

Source: Radio New Zealand Pia Vlok of the Wellington Phoenix (file photo) photosport The Wellington Phoenix have all but secured a place in the women’s A-League finals after recovering from conceding an early goal to beat Sydney FC 3-1. Down 1-0 after five minutes, teenage forward Pia Vlok found an equaliser for the visitors soon … Read more

Country Life: Donald Moore on meeting global demand for protein

Source: Radio New Zealand Global Dairy Platform Executive director Donald Moore. Rebecca McMillan / Supplied The global dairy sector risks losing society’s support – social licence – if it doesn’t adopt a ‘global mass’ approach to addressing emissions. That’s what Donald Moore, from the Chicago-based Global Dairy Platform, told food industry leaders at the recent … Read more

Country Life: A look inside Mataura’s Masjid

Source: Radio New Zealand Haji Zamberi Matyunus, a long time resident in Mataura and the current imam of the Mataura Masjid. Gianina Schwanecke / Country Life In a former Anglican church just off Mataura’s main street, you’ll find a new group of worshippers. The Mataura Masjid and community centre was established at the deconsecrated site … Read more

Why can you remember every word of an old song – but not why you walked into a room?

Source: Radio New Zealand While driving recently, a long-forgotten song came on the radio. I found myself singing along; not only did I know all the lyrics to a song I hadn’t heard in 25 years or more, but I also managed to rap along. How is it that I could give this rendition, but … Read more

Chatham’s council boss says no CE credit card until policies tightened after damning AG report

Source: Radio New Zealand Interim Chatham Islands council boss Bob Penter. supplied The interim Chatham Islands council boss says any chief executive will not be using a credit card until the council’s spending oversight policies are tightened up, in the wake of a scathing report. Bob Penter also wants all sensitive spending by the mayor … Read more

A love letter to feijoas

Source: Radio New Zealand Here in Raglan the summer has felt endless, perfect. Not a single cyclone, barely any rain, just blue skies and long days and warm dusky surfs until the glow is gone and only starlight shows the way down the dark glassy waves. My festival costumes rarely required a jacket. I spent … Read more

Turning Kiwi pain into a punchline watched by a global audience

Source: Radio New Zealand Holly Shervey is the creator, writer and star of Crackhead. Matt Klitscher Warning: This story covers topics including sex addiction and suicide. New Kiwi dark comedy Crackhead turns real-life addiction struggles into sharp humour – with Holly Shervey starring and husband Emmett Skilton directing. Holly Shervey was just six-years-old when her … Read more

UK comedian nearly died onstage – he’s quit smoking and being angry

Source: Radio New Zealand In 2019, Emmanuel Sonubi was performing in Dubai when his heart failed, triggering a mini-stroke. Since then, the former bouncer hasn’t picked up a cigarette, listens to his body and chooses not to spend his energy on anger. “So much more often now, you’ll find me in a good mood, just … Read more

NRL: NZ Warriors halfback Tanah Boyd feeding critics humble pie with scintillating season start

Source: Radio New Zealand Tanah Body celebrates a freakish try against Canberra Raiders. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport NRL: Newcastle Knights v NZ Warriors Kickoff 5pm, Saturday, 21 March MacDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle Live blog updates on RNZ website Knowledgeable NRL commentators and armchair critics alike are taking a long, hard look at themselves in the mirror, wondering … Read more

Wealth for Good in Hong Kong Summit to be held next Tuesday to chart new milestone in global family office succession

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 March 2026 – The Government announced that the Wealth for Good in Hong Kong (WGHK) Summit will return next Tuesday (March 24). Under the theme “Building Lasting Legacies”, this year’s summit in its fourth edition highlights the wave brought by continuous growth of … Read more

Overseas merchandise trade: February 2026 – Stats NZ information release

Source: Statistics New Zealand Overseas merchandise trade: February 2026 – information release 20 March 2026 Overseas merchandise trade statistics provide information on imports and exports of merchandise goods between New Zealand and other countries. Key facts This release refers to trade in goods only. In February 2026, compared with February 2025: goods exports rose by $27 … Read more

Phuket Strengthens Position as a Secure International Residential Destination for Global Families

Source: Media Outreach Growing international demand, strengthened long-haul connectivity, and the continued evolution ofLaguna Phuket are reinforcing Thailand’s largest island as a stable, private, and internationally accessible place to live and invest. PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 March 2026 – Phuket’s evolution from a world-renowned holiday island into a mature international residential … Read more

Phuket Sees Increasing Number of Americans Looking to Buy Property for Lifestyle and Investment

Source: Media Outreach Growing international demand, strengthened long-haul connectivity, and the continued evolution ofLaguna Phuket are reinforcing Thailand’s largest island as a secure, globally connected and structurally mature place to live and invest. PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 March 2026 – Phuket’s transformation from a leisure destination into an established international residential … Read more

Super Rugby Pacific: Chiefs stunned by Brumbies fightback

Source: Radio New Zealand Damian McKenzie. Mark Nolan The Chiefs have been stunned by the Brumbies in a Super Rugby Pacific thriller in Canberra. Leading 24-7 with just over 20 minutes remaining, it looked as if the Chiefs would canter to victory. But instead, the Brumbies rallied with four second-half tries to win 33-24. Catch … Read more

Black Caps crush South Africa to take series lead

Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand bowler Ben Sears sends off South Africa captain Keshav Maharaj. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz The Black Caps have cantered to victory in the third T20 against South Africa at Eden Park. Openers Devon Conway and Tom Latham put on 96 for the first wicket, setting up the crushing eight-wicket win in … Read more

China’s 2026 Government Work Report Indicates a New Cycle of Quality Enhancement for Commercial Real Estate Stock

Source: Media Outreach Cushman & Wakefield Interpretation Report Highlights Eight Impact Areas for Real Estate Market HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 March 2026 – Global real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield has released its China’s Two Sessions 2026: Interpreting the Government Work Report publication. Against a backdrop of increasingly complex … Read more

‘Huge explosion’: Firefighters respond to house fire in Christchurch’s Aranui

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ/Marika Khabazi Two people have been seriously injured in a house fire in Christchurch. Firefighters were called to a fire in the Christchurch suburb of Aranui on Friday evening. Fire and Emergency said the house on Bournemouth Crescent was well ablaze when crews arrived. It said the fire had since been … Read more

Live: Chiefs v Brumbies – Super Rugby Pacific round six

Source: Radio New Zealand Follow all the action as the Chiefs take on the Brumbies at GIO Stadium in Canberra. Kick-off is at 9.35pm. Chiefs team list: 1. Jared Proffit 2. Samisoni Taukei’aho 3. Reuben O’Neill 4. Josh Lord 5. Tupou Vaa’i (vc) 6. Simon Parker 7. Jahrome Brown 8. Luke Jacobson (c) 9. Cortez … Read more

Police appeal for witnesses after Hastings pub brawl leaves several injured

Source: Radio New Zealand Police want to identify the man in the fawn cap – the photo on the right shows him without the hat. Police/Supplied Police are looking for the public’s help to identify people involved in a pub brawl in Hastings. Detective Sergeant Heath Jones, Hastings Criminal Investigation Branch, said a fight involving … Read more

Qianhai Launches OPC Mavericks Program to Empower Global AI Solopreneurs

Source: Media Outreach SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 March 2026 – On March 18, Qianhai, a flagship hub for institutional opening-up, high-end services and technological innovation in southern China, officially opened the application portal for the Qianhai OPC (One-Person Company) International Community and launched its global OPC Mavericks Program. Adhering to the … Read more

CGTN: Tackling the TB epidemic: From local innovation to global cooperation

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 March 2026 – China’s multifaceted strategy to end the tuberculosis epidemic—ranging from high-tech local innovations to global humanitarian missions—is providing a new blueprint for international public health. CGTN published an article analyzing how this integrated prevention model, highlighted by Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese … Read more

Chuangxin Industries Posts a 33% Profit Jump as “Cost Leadership”

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 March 2026 – Chuangxin Industries Holdings Limited (Chuangxin Industries, 02788.HK), a dominant leader in China’s fully integrated aluminum value chain, announced a stellar financial performance for the fiscal year 2025 this week. Despite a complex global macroeconomic environment, the company reported revenue of … Read more

Super Rugby Pacific: Hurricanes humiliate Highlanders

Source: Radio New Zealand Fehi Fineanganofo of the Hurricanes, pictured in an earlier match, scored a hat-trick. Elias Rodriguez / www.photosport.nz The Hurricanes have kicked clear at the top of the Super Rugby standings after hammering the Highlanders 50-7 in Dunedin. A hat-trick for Fehi Fineanganofo and a brace for Cam Roigard saw the Hurricanes … Read more

‘Huge explosion’: Firefighers respond to house fire in Christchurch’s Aranui

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ/Marika Khabazi Two people have been seriously injured in a house fire in Christchurch. Firefighters were called to a fire in the Christchurch suburb of Aranui on Friday evening. Fire and Emergency said the house on Bournemouth Crescent was well ablaze when crews arrived. It said the fire had since been … Read more

Tourism Authority of Thailand invites global travellers to rediscover balance through “Healing Journey Thailand” campaign.

Source: Media Outreach Campaign highlights wellness, culture and meaningful travel across the Kingdom featuring international creators including British singer-songwriter Henry Moodie. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 March 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) invites travellers worldwide to rediscover balance through the global Healing Journey Thailand campaign, guided by the communication … Read more

Country Life: Inside Kapiro Farm’s quest to find the sheep of the future

Source: Radio New Zealand The seven-year long Sheep of the Future project started off with a flock of Romneys and the fifth generation in the programme is ready for mating. Jess Burges Photography Climate change, increasing costs, fussier consumers and changing rules have researchers and breeders working hard to develop a sheep that will not … Read more

Tairāwhiti graduates celebrate milestone at EIT ceremony

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 21 seconds ago Fifty-seven graduates crossed the stage at the War Memorial Theatre in Gisborne today, in the first EIT Tairāwhiti graduation since the polytechnic re-established itself as a standalone institution. The ceremony brought together graduates, whānau and community leaders from across the region to celebrate academic achievement and the … Read more