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Source: NZCTU The Out@Work Council of the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions is deeply disappointed by the Government’s decision to not prioritise the Law Commission’s recommendations to explicitly protect transgender, non-binary, and intersex New Zealanders under the Human Rights Act 1993. “The Government’s refusal to prioritise explicit human rights protections for trans and non-binary … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Police arrested two women and a man. RNZ / Nate McKinnon Three people have been arrested after a shooting in Te Kauwhata, north of Huntly. Police received a call shortly before 7am on Saturday that a man had arrived at Waikato Hospital with a gunshot wound. Officers went to the address … Read more
Source: Kiwibank Kiwibank delivered a positive half-year result for the six months to 31 December 2025 (1H26), with net profit after tax of $103 million, up 12% on the prior comparative period. The increase reflected strong balance sheet growth and a more favourable credit environment for customers. It’s also clear some customers continued to face … Read more
Source: Dental for All A new report published today by Dental For All explores eight overseas approaches to oral healthcare and shows another way is possible for Aotearoa New Zealand. Adult dental care currently sits outside of the public health system, leaving nearly half of the population unable to afford it.[1] The report, titled ‘There … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police An alleged fraud offender’s numbers were up after he was caught up with by a late-night patrol. The Auckland City Beat Team were assisting with mobile patrolling in the Mount Albert area this morning, when they came across a vehicle of interest. Detective Senior Sergeant Ash Matthews, of Auckland City CIB, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand One in seven children are living in hardship in the latest recorded year, according to new data from Stats New Zealand. The national statistics agency released the data for the year between July 2024 and June 2025 on Wednesday morning. Around 17,900 households were interviewed for the research. The number of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Gill Bonnett The significance of changes to United Kingdom entry requirements has only just been realised, a British travel correspondent says. Late last year, the British government announced anyone classed as a British citizen would soon need a valid UK passport to enter the country, or have to get a $1300 … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand National Rugby League players Spencer Leniu (3rd L), Billy Walters (5th L), Aaron Woods (C) and Campbell Graham (3rd R) pose with Las Vegas showgirls, an Elvis impersonator and Fijian warriors. Vegas Promo Tour at Allegiant Stadium on December 12, 2023. David Becker The National Rugby League competition kicks off on … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Tall Blacks and Australian NBL players like Reuben Te Rangi will be looking for different contracts in the off-season. www.photosport.nz The winless Tall Blacks hit the road this week faced with the duel challenge of qualification for next year’s Fiba World Cup hanging in the balance and players leaving camp early … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Thank you to LGNZ for the opportunity, and thank you to the mayors, chairs, and councilors for putting your names forward to serve your communities. It’s not meant to be glamorous, it’s often thankless, but it really matters because you can’t have representative democracy without representatives. Just like democracy doesn’t work … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Bernice Louise Marychurch was described as a loving, beautiful and devoted mother. (File photo) Facebook Content warning: This story contains graphic violence, which some readers may find upsetting How a random and deadly stabbing on a bus began with a search for methamphetamine has been revealed in court documents. Bernice Louise … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Dan Cook Sky TV has made a strong first-half profit and is on track to pay shareholders a full year dividend of at least 30 cents a share. While it expects trading conditions to remain challenging, Sky TV chief executive Sophie Moloney said earnings growth would continue into the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge the Independent Police Conduct Authority’s findings into an incident in 2023 where a man self-harmed while in Police custody. The incident occurred on 6 October 2023 at the Auckland District Custody Unit, after a man in custody was found unconscious and unresponsive. He was taken to Auckland Hospital and … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 26 February 2026 Jewelled geckos are native to the southeast of the South Island and are generally a striking bright green with diamond-shaped patches or stripes although in some populations the males are grey or brown. Their bodies grow up to 8 cm in length, but their tail doubles their … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Prediction markets are where punters wager money on the possibility of future events – but New Zealand is declaring some of them illegal. Andrey Popov / 123rf Explainer – New Zealand has cracked down on two hugely popular online prediction markets, declaring them illegal here. The Polymarket and Kalshi platforms are … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Three people are due in court today following a shooting incident in Te Kauwhata, north of Huntly. Police received a call shortly before 7am on Saturday 21 February reporting that a man had presented at Waikato Hospital with a gunshot wound. It was determined the man had been injured in Te … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Innovative Kiwi drones will be trialled by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) to strengthen capability while growing local industry, Defence Minister Judith Collins announced today. “We’re partnering with New Zealand businesses to ensure the Defence Force can protect our people into the future,” Ms Collins says. “NZDF will buy and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A temporary bridge is expected to be in place on State Highway 39 by mid‑March, reconnecting the community south of Pirongia after the Mangati Bridge was destroyed in heavy floods, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “Since the floods on 13 February, NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) , its contractors and consultants have … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing $200,000 in the Waimate Trail as part of its ongoing commitment to grow local tourism, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston announced today. “I’m thrilled to be partnering locally and investing in this trail that showcases the unique South Canterbury countryside. It will attract more visitors to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Air New Zealand said the result was driven by disruption due to grounded aircraft. (File photo) AFP/ William West Air New Zealand has slumped to a half-year loss as it continues to face severe disruption due to grounded aircraft, with challenges likely to continue in the short-term. The airline posted a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Beau Greaves, in action during the 2026 World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace in London. SHANE HEALEY There has been history made in the darts world on Wednesday (UK time), with English player Beau Greaves becoming the first woman to hit a nine-dart finish on the PDC ProTour. The 22-year-old achieved … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand People are brought ashore after their ordeal. Supplied / NZ police Several people have been rescued from Waikato River while clinging onto a tree on Wednesday evening. Police were alerted at 7.20pm that four men had entered the water to float from the control gates down to Hipapatua Reserve. With only … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The proposal would let children under 12 ride on the footpath rather than the road. (File photo) 123RF A cycling group is praising a government proposal to allow children under the age of 12 to ride their bikes on the footpath. The idea was floated by Transport Minister Chris Bishop, along … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Olivia Wentzell was the winner of the Landscape Category in the 2025 New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year. She studied zoology and environmental science at the University of Auckland. Photography was an integral part of my childhood. Going outside with my dad and his camera is where it all … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Seven people were successfully rescued from the Waikato River last night, after Police received reports of several people struggling in the water. Around 7.20pm, Police were alerted to a group of four men who had decided to float from the control gates down to Hipapatua Reserve, otherwise known as Reids Farm. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Police are making enquiries into a sudden death in Taupaki near Kumeū on Wednesday night. At around 9pm, officers attended the incident on a shared driveway off Nixon Road. Detective Senior Sergeant Megan Goldie, of Waitematā CIB, said a man in his 50s had been riding his motorbike before he was … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand If you want to catch a tiny bird and move it to a new home, you need expert help and your car’s aircon on. Overheating is a threat to the rifleman. And buzzing cicadas can get in the way of finding them in the first place as a group rounding up … Read more