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Source: Herenga ā Nuku – the Outdoor Access Commission Hundreds of public access easements held in the Department of Conservation’s (DOC) internal property records are now visible to the public for the first time, marking a significant step forward for public access transparency. The milestone follows an ongoing collaboration, working together to translate historic legal records … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Ten Solomon Island Cabinet ministers have tendered their resignation in an apparent coalition breakdown. RNZ Pacific understands that Deputy Prime Minister Frederick Kologeto and every member of the Peoples First Party (PFP) are among them. Others include Finance Minister Harry Kuma, Justice Minister Clezy Rore and Health … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Food prices are likely to rise if war in the Middle East keeps pressure on oil prices – but some types of food may be more affected than others. Infometrics chief forecaster Gareth Kiernan looked at which sectors might be most exposed by comparing the proportion of their costs devoted … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Kaitāia man Harley Ra with the snapper than earned him more than $30,000. Supplied The winner of the $30,000 top prize in this year’s Ninety Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza says the secret is pilchard bait and his dad’s fishing rigs. Harley Ra, who was raised in Kaitāia but works in Perth, … Read more
Source: Toyota • Surplus energy will support local power needs• Panels set to last up to 30 years• Payback expected in just over five years Toyota New Zealand has installed one of the largest rooftop solar systems in New Zealand on top of its 35,000m2 warehouse and National Customer Centre in Palmerston North. At almost … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The 98th Academy Awards are set to roll out Monday (NZ time) in the heart of Hollywood, with funnyman Conan O’Brien on tap to host the proceedings for the second year in a row. The leadup to this year’s edition of the Oscars has been anything but standard, with disdain for … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Commerce Commission has passed on its recommendation to the Minister for Media and Communications for consideration. boscorelli Rules keeping a lid on the cost of calls and text messages between mobile providers’ networks could soon be scrapped. Regulation introduced in 2010 sought to control what telcos could charge one another … Read more
Source: University of Auckland – UoA Parents are better equipped to teach picky eaters how to eat healthily, thanks to a video developed by University of Auckland researchers. A short evidence-based video helps parents of fussy eaters steer their kids towards healthy eating, new research shows. The video, which includes a story, the acronym HEART … Read more
Source: World Vision This World Water Day, World Vision New Zealand is putting the spotlight on the global water crisis as a quarter of the world’s population still cannot access safe drinking water. More than 2 billion people globally lack access to safe drinking water, with women and girls bearing the greatest burden. In some communities, … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 16 March 2026 – The RBNZ has published an Analytical Note exploring the implications of changes in US tariff policy for the New Zealand economy. What this paper is aboutOn 2 April 2025, the US government announced its intention to significantly increase tariffs on imported goods. In this Note, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Kylie Reiri, pictured in 2017, quit as Deputy Chief Executive of the Social Investment Agency last month. (RNZ / Teresa Cowie ) The Deputy Chief Executive of the Social Investment Agency has resigned while under investigation in relation to allegations of bullying and harassment. Social Investment Agency (SIA) Deputy Chief Executive … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 16 March 2026 The juvenile dolphin was reported to DOC by a member of the public on Thursday 26 February and taken to Massey University for a necropsy to try and understand what happened to it. The dolphin was gifted the name Māui Pōtiki from mana whenua, derived from the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Kelsey Teneti of New Zealand scores a try. RICHARD WAINWRIGHT The Black Ferns Sevens have wrapped up the World Series title for another year after beating Australia 22-21 in a thrilling final of the inaugural New York round. They won five of the six rounds this season with their victory in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A stolen vehicle spotted travelling at speed through Papakura last night caught the eye of Police. At about 11.45pm, officers noticed a Subaru travelling an excessive speed on Beach Road towards Chichester Drive. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes, says a Police Camera Operator became aware of the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Infometrics said the increase in prices between January and February was the sharpest in two-and-a-half years. Unsplash/ Jakub Żerdzicki ‘Patient’ house buyers and sellers are prepared to negotiate or wait for the right price for their properties, the Real Estate Institute says. The institute’s February data shows national median sale prices … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Winston Peters. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has weighed in on the resignation of the Fonterra CEO, saying his departure was expected after the sale of “iconic Kiwi dairy brands” to a foreign owned company. “CEO Miles Hurrell has resigned and will leave once his bonuses … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 March 2026 – Professional credit management firms CollectForU Expert and Debt Hunter today jointly released a comprehensive industry observation report regarding the financial health of local enterprises. The report indicates that small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Hong Kong are currently facing significant … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Chris Wood of the New Zealand All Whites. © Bildbyrån Photo Agency 2025 © Photosport Ltd 2025 www.photosport.nz All Whites coach Darren Bazeley has been unable to call on a number of key players for World Cup warmup games at home against Finland and Chile later this month. Missing through injury … Read more
Source: NZSA NZSA 2026 CompleteMS Programme – Do you have a completed draft of your manuscript that’s ready to take to the next level? Poetry, fiction, short fiction, non-fiction… Apply now for the NZSA Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa CompleteMS Manuscript Assessment Programme: https://authors.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=905a5275ec5c023659502ec21&id=ef6ef93ca8&e=466373ae7c The NZSA CompleteMS assessment programme is open for applications until 28 May 2026. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Caitlin Clark of USA shoots against the New Zealand Tall Ferns at the 2026 FIBA World Cup Qualifying Tournament between New Zealand in Puerto Rico. EDGARDO MEDINA / AFP The scoreline might not suggest it but Tall Ferns captain Tayla Dalton felt her side played some of their best basketball against … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police is seeking information on the whereabouts of Nigel Edwards who is wanted to arrest. The 41-year-old man is wanted in connection with a firearms incident in Papakura on 8 March 2026. Police have made a number of enquiries to locate Edwards in the past week. Edwards is actively avoiding Police, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Judith Collins will attend the third annual Australia and New Zealand Foreign and Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ANZMIN) in Canberra this week. “The ANZMIN is a critical opportunity to engage with Australia – our closest friend and only formal ally – to set the strategic direction and confirm our shared approaches to foreign policy, security, and defence,” … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Motorists are being warned to expect significant delays. 123rf Wellington commuters are facing kilometres of bumper-to-bumper traffic after two crashes within half-an-hour on State Highway 2. Motorists are being warned to expect significant delays heading into the city following a two-car collision just before the Ngauranga off-ramp and one after the … Read more
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 12 minutes ago Four years ago, Ami Hokianga set out to complete her Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) at EIT Tairāwhiti as a commitment to herself, her tamariki, and her future. This week, she will fulfil that commitment, graduating with honours and taking the stage as this year’s Valedictorian. EIT … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis. Nick Monro Drivers are being urged not to panic-buy fuel as motorists worry about rising prices. Meanwhile, Finance Minister Nicola Willis stands by her government’s decision to stop the electric car rebate scheme, as she looks at how the government could respond to rising prices. Petrol stations … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand New Infometric’s data shows supplier costs rose 2.3 percent in February compared with a year ago. 123rf Shoppers are being told to brace themselves for higher prices at the checkout as the conflict in the Middle East drives up the cost of freight and fuel. New Infometric’s data shows supplier costs … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Gift cards commonly expire after 12 months, leaving shoppers out of pocket. Andrey Popov / 123RF Retailers want changes to new gift card expiry rules, saying certain aspects will cause compliance headaches and put debt pressure on businesses. From Monday, all gift cards sold or given out with a purchase will … Read more