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Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour welcomes final Term 4 attendance data, which shows attendance rates were higher than any Term 4 since 2022. Daily attendance data also shows Term 1 this year is off to a good start. Data shows in Term 4 2025, 57.3 per cent of students attended school regularly. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Proposals are being sought from experienced operators to restore and operate the historic Chateau Tongariro and its associated buildings, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka says. Located in the heart of Tongariro National Park, the Chateau has long been an iconic destination for visitors and an important part of the region’s identity. “The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Round Three of the successful Mental Health and Addiction Innovation Fund has been announced with changes that aim to increase access to support across New Zealand, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey announced. “The Government’s mental health plan is delivering faster access to support, more frontline workers, and a better crisis response. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Dan Cook All bets are off on the price of petrol in New Zealand following Israel’s attack on the world’s largest natural gasfield in Pars overnight, AA is warning. Brent Crude prices have surged since the attack, climbing to $US109 a barrel by 9am on Monday (NZT). AA’s transport … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A plane slid off the runway in Christchurch. Supplied / JJ Green A Jetstar plane swerved off the runway after landing at Christchurch because the pilot accidentally put the thrust lever on to full power causing the plane to accelerate, investigators say. Passengers aboard the Airbus A320 plane travelling from Auckland … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand author:rnz digital reporters_] The Chinese Embassy. RNZ / REECE BAKER The Chinese Embassy says New Zealand and Australia’s recent comments on China are unwarranted and inappropriate, accusing the nations of “inexplicable colonial-style arrogance”. Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Richard Marles and Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong hosted … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand [brightcove]https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6391056234112 When Auckland couple Sue and Tony Kerr first opened their door to a homeless teenager as part of an organised programme to shelter young people in crisis, they were nervous about how it would go. They are retired and worried the generation gap might prove problematic, that their home cooking … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Traffic jam in Auckland. 123RF Health researchers are calling for policy changes to combat air pollution in Auckland, saying traffic is silently killing locals. More than 700 Aucklanders die every year from air pollution from traffic, compared to 2000 deaths nationally, according to a new report by the University of Auckland. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Bored Ape / Nike / Beeble / Cyber Cosmos Four years ago, non-fungible tokens (NFTs) were everywhere. The tokens, which provide digital ownership of an asset, often art, were being traded and promoted by celebrities in New Zealand and around the world. Former All Black Dan Carter co-founded Glorious, to help … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand will release oil tickets to fulfil its commitment to the International Energy Agency’s collective action in response to the oil supply issues created by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. New Zealand’s contribution under the action, announced last week by the International Energy Agency (IEA), is 1.577 million … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Lucas Zaner, a 31-year-old from Wellington, assumed he would get Covid and get it bad. Whenever he had a cold or the flu, it tended to floor him so he was diligent with isolating, mask wearing and handwashing from the start of the pandemic in 2020. “I don’t want to call … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Liberty Consulting Group Limited in Rosedale, Auckland. RNZ / Gill Bonnett An immigration adviser caught selling a fake job at her husband’s company in taped phone conversations – after he lost his first fake job there – has lost her licence. Heidi Castelucci, also known as Qian Yu, coached a migrant … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Health New Zealand (HNZ) has been warned that keeping financial control is “one of the thorniest” aspects of the government’s rapid push to devolution. RNZ Health New Zealand (HNZ) has been warned that keeping financial control is “one of the thorniest” aspects of the government’s rapid push to devolution. The government … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Housing market activity has got off to a slow start this year, Cotality says. The property data firm said sales volumes in February were 6.8 percent lower than a year ago, after a 7.8 percent fall in January. It was the first time in almost three years that sales had … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand When it cools down and autumn hits in New Zealand, office kitchens and staff rooms are suddenly abundant with the sweet smell of our widely available little fruit – the feijoa. But spare a thought for Kiwis who have made Australia home – where they don’t seem to understand our feijoa … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Natasha Hamilton-Hart’s new book: Stupid Rules: Reducing Red Tape and Making Organisations More Effective and Accountable Supplied Too many rules, too little judgement – why one Kiwi professor says the country is strangling itself with red tape. Professor Natasha Hamilton-Hart has a simple rule for stupid rules: get rid of them. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Wayde Egan in action for the Warriors against Canberra Raiders. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport After two games of the 2026 NRL season, NZ Warriors hooker Wayde Egan feels great – and you’d expect nothing less. With a chance to recharge his batteries over the summer, the veteran is suitably bright-eyed and bushy tailed, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Christopher Luxon speaks at Tonga’s police headquarters, announcing further support for the Pacific Detector Dog programme. Giles Dexter / RNZ Analysis: When stuck in a bind, Christopher Luxon can always rely on talking about law and order. It’s one of the few things National continues to outpoll Labour on in the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand After announcing her retirement, Angela Brazier told RNZ she felt “targeted” by police leadership. RNZ / Anneke Smith The executive director of the Firearms Safety Authority has been cleared of misconduct following an employment investigation in relation to disgraced former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. The investigation says that given the knowledge … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand FENZ proposed in November last year to cut 140 positions and make changes to 700 roles. RNZ / Paris Ibell The Employment Relations Authority found Fire and Emergency (FENZ) breached good faith and its duty to consult under its collective agreement with unions in how it handled its restructure proposal last … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A plane slid off the runway in Christchurch. Supplied / JJ Green A Jetstar plane swerved off the runway after landing at Christchurch because the pilot accidentally put the thrust lever on to full power causing the plane to accelerate, investigators say. Passengers aboard the Airbus A320 plane travelling from Auckland … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis explains government’s plan as petrol prices increase. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone A woman who works overnight shifts as a cleaner at Auckland Airport says she is feeling the effects of surging petrol prices. The Finance Minister said she was looking at targeted, temporary support for some households … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Inviting visitors to Hong Kong Art Month for a cultural journey connecting art and the city HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 March 2026 – Art Central, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Tourism Board, is launching a digital Hong Kong Art Month Discovery Guide alongside a series of … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI / HONG KONG – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 March 2026 – HealthMutual Group (HMG) and SinoUnited Health (SUH) today signed a collaboration agreement to establish a comprehensive cross-border medical service framework. This partnership is designed to meet the clients’ growing demand for high-quality medical services in China. Under this agreement, … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Current account deficit $4.6 billion for the December 2025 quarter – news story 18 March 2026 New Zealand’s seasonally adjusted current account balance widened by $857 million to a deficit of $4.6 billion in the December 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. “The widening of the primary income … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 March 2026 – On the opening day of Hong Kong FILMART, global leading game enterprise, MOONTON Games, hosted a film-game intellectual property (IP) launch conference under the theme From Spark to Spotlight, officially announcing its cross-border upgrade from the game industry to full … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 March 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) today hosted the CTC Marketplace Showcase Event: From Clinical Trials to Fundraising, Licensing Deals and Acquisitions, reinforcing its commitment to accelerating the city’s life and health tech sector. The event brought together … Read more