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Source: BusinessNZ The BusinessNZ Energy Council (BEC) welcomes new analysis providing greater transparency on the future of New Zealand’s natural gas sector, saying it reinforces the scale and urgency of the supply challenge facing the economy. BusinessNZ Chief Executive Katherine Rich says a new report commissioned by natural gas industry body Gas Industry Co confirms that New Zealand … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters has welcomed Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn to New Zealand. It is the first high-level visit to New Zealand by a Cambodian Minister since 2019 and signals a deepening of the New Zealand-Cambodia relationship. “Cambodia is a steadfast and trusted partner of New Zealand in the Indo-Pacific region,” Mr Peters says. “We collaborate on … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The alleged attack happened near Cornwallis Beach. (File photo) A woman who was found with several injuries in a remote area of West Auckland was put through an ordeal, police say. A man was facing charges of abducting for sex, impeding breathing and injuring with intent after the woman was found … Read more
Source: Brainchild for Jim Beam Homegrown “Climb over your mates if you have to but don’t miss out on tickets for Jim Beam Homegrown in Hamilton this weekend.” That’s the message from local businessman, entrepreneur, hotelier and ultimate Jim Beam Homegrown fan Pienaar Piso as the Festival enters its final hours before gates open on … Read more
Source: Asher Wilson-Goldman The Green Party has selected Waikanae resident Asher Wilson-Goldman as their candidate for the new Kapiti electorate at this year’s general election. “I can’t wait to share the Greens’ positive vision for Aotearoa with Kapiti residents,” said Asher Wilson-Goldman. “For too many people in our electorate, it’s harder now than it was … Read more
Source: PSA The Government ploughed ahead with slashing Health NZ’s IT workforce, despite being told of the risks to patient care, an explosive internal report reveals. The report – ‘End user impact of digital change – consequences’ was obtained by the PSA under the OIA and was prepared around March 2025 as Health NZ Te Whatu … Read more
Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage has today released the concept design for the National Erebus Memorial, marking an important milestone in the project’s development. Deputy Secretary Delivery and Investment, Glenis Philip-Barbara, says the design reflects not only the significance of the Memorial, but also the enduring place families … Read more
Source: PSA The PSA is calling on all MPs to sign a pledge promising to oppose a law change that will slash the pay and leave entitlements of tens of thousands of working people being debated in Parliament today. The first reading of the Employment Leave bill, which seeks to replace the Holidays Act, is today. … Read more
Source: Save the Children At least 52 million school age children have been forced to stop school, moved to online learning or had their education disrupted as violence in the Middle East and wider region entered its second week, Save the Children said. Data calculated by Save the Children using UN population data and percentages of … Read more
Source: Energy Resources Aotearoa A new study on New Zealand’s gas market shows massive electrification or alternative fuels will be required to meet residential and industrial demand over the next decade, even if LNG imports begin in 2028. But Energy Resources Aotearoa says the findings raise an important question – what could more domestic natural gas … Read more
Source: Oxfam Aotearoa The evacuation order for the northern border town of Akobo East in South Sudan, which forced tens of thousands of people – including all aid agency staff – to leave at the weekend, has closed critical humanitarian programmes for over 200,000 people and deepened catastrophic conditions, Oxfam said today. Evacuated Oxfam staff are … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A new maths check for Year 2 students will measure progress and ensure young learners get the support they need early on, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. “Research shows maths understanding in students’ early years is strongly linked to future success in the subject,” Ms Stanford says “The Year 2 maths … Read more
Source: Dog Lovers of Monte Cecilia Incorporated Society STATEMENT – Auckland, New Zealand – The Dog Lovers of Monte Cecilia Incorporated Society (DLMC) has confirmed the continuation of its legal challenge against Auckland Council following the Puketāpapa Local Board’s decision not to pursue a community-led resolution regarding the future of the park’s off-leash dog area. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Married at First Sight (MAFS) personality Mel Schilling says there’s nothing more doctors can do as cancer has spread to her brain. The 54-year-old Australian TV host wrote on social media on Friday morning that signs cancer had returned appeared over Christmas. Alongside a picture of herself with her husband, Gareth, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The alleged attack happened near Cornwallis Beach. (File photo) A woman who was found with several injuries in a remote area of West Auckland was put through an ordeal, police say. A man was facing charges of abducting for sex, impeding breathing and injuring with intent after the woman was found … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Ryan Fox in hospital after operation for kidney stones. 2026. supplied / Instagram Auckland golfer Ryan Fox is in hospital after being forced to withdraw from the Players Championship in Florida. Fox pulled out of the unofficial fifth major just before the opening round because of illness. He has since revealed … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Average retail prices in New Zealand were still roughly what the Commerce Commission would expect. RNZ / Dan Cook The Commerce Commission is putting fuel companies on notice if they hike prices too high at the pump. The market watchdog is boosting its scrutiny while the conflict in the Middle East … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police discovered drugs and firearms following search warrants in and around Gore and Riversdale. Over the past two days Eastern Southland Police targeted drug suppliers. Operation Nightforce was assisted by extra staff from the District and a drug detection dog from Te Waipounamu. Senior Sergeant Gary Iddenten from Southern Police says … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A former director at Marsden Point says the country has aligned itself with “MAGA US States” in its pursuit of fossil fuels and rejection of renewable energy sources. David Keat, who was the refining manager at Marsden Point, told Morning Report the hydrocarbons supply chain was particularly vulnerable to geopolitical upheaval, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A man faces serious charges after an alleged attack on an Auckland woman at the weekend. Operation Moller commenced on Sunday, after a member of the public located the woman injured and distressed in the remote Cornwallis area just after 7am. Acting Detective Inspector Megan Goldie, from Waitematā CIB, says the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Air NZ is cutting flights due to the price of jet fuel. (File photo) RNZ/ Mark Papalii Nelson’s mayor says Air New Zealand’s cancellations of flights throughout the country will have a negative impact on the region’s tourism industry, which is only just recovering. Air New Zealand is set to cancel … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox who is ranked No 44 in the world. photosport Auckland golfer Ryan Fox was a late withdrawal from the Players Championship in Florida. Fox pulled out of the unofficial fifth major just before the opening round because of illness. He was replaced in the 123-man field by … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Finn Allen of New Zealand batting at the T20 World Cup, 2026. www.photosport.nz Black Caps opener Finn Allen has received the top price for a New Zealand player in the men’s auction for The Hundred cricket competition in Britain. Allen, who had the top strike rate at the recent T20 World … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Drooling can be embarrassing, especially if you’re waking up to a newly minted lover beside you. But if you’re sleeping alone or next to a seasoned partner who isn’t disturbed by bodily functions, experts say it’s not a big deal — unless it’s a frequent occurrence. “Everyone drools at one time … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Gisborne’s Eastland Port is celebrating the arrival of a container handler to move cargo at the port. supplied Growers in the Gisborne region have a long-awaited alternative to road transport to get their produce out of the region. The arrival of a new government-funded top lifter at Eastland Port is ramping … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Shibani Kashyap performs during Holi celebrations in Pukekohe, South Auckland, in February. Supplied A letter obtained by RNZ shows the Consulate General of India in Auckland supported visa applications for more than two dozen people as part of an “cultural delegation” that attended a Holi event in Auckland last month. The … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Car dealers say it’s the final push for some people to buy electric vehicles. AFP With fuel prices nudging xxx add price in AM car dealers say it’s the final push for some people to buy electric vehicles. War between the US, Israel and Iran has created significant disruptions to the … Read more