New online seafarer licensing service coming soon

Source: Maritime New Zealand Maritime NZ is preparing to launch an online application process for seafarer licensing. We’ve developed this new service through extensive engagement with the sector. Over the past few years, people across the maritime community have shared valuable feedback on our notifications, certification, and licensing processes. This feedback has guided improvements that … Read more

New disclosure rules for local water service providers to come into effect on Friday

Source: Radio New Zealand It aims to help the public understand how money was spent and how their local water service provider was performing. 123RF Councils and water service entities will soon have to report how much is being spent on water supplies, what they are charging residents and how they plan to look after … Read more

NZ will support Britain removing Andrew from line of succession, Christopher Luxon says

Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. MARIKA KHABAZI / RNZ New Zealand would support the United Kingdom’s decision to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession should it move to. On Tuesday, a spokesperson for Prime Minister Christopher Luxon confirmed New Zealand’s stance. “If the UK Government proposes to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor … Read more

School of murdered children Yuna and Minu Jo shocked ministry didn’t report disappearance to police

Source: Radio New Zealand Yuna and Minu Jo attended Papatoetoe South School before their deaths in 2018. Supplied The school attended by murdered children Yuna and Minu Jo says it’s shocked and saddened the Ministry of Education did not report their disappearance to police. The children, aged eight and six respectively, attended a local primary … Read more

EIT Auckland marae visit extends welcome to Aotearoa for new international students

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 36 seconds ago New EIT Auckland students were formally welcomed to Aotearoa during a visit to Ngā Kete Wānanga Marae at Te Whare Takiura o Manukau (Manukau Institute of Technology). Held on February 13, the visit included a traditional pōwhiri and provided an opportunity for students and staff to engage … Read more

Boosting manufacturing productivity with digital tools

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is expanding a successful University of Auckland programme that helps manufacturers adopt new technologies, boosting productivity and building skills across their workforce. “In an increasingly digital world, overseas competitors are reaping the rewards of greater automation, artificial intelligence, robotics and cloud computing,” Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk … Read more

‘It does seem like a very different group’: Molly Penfold on new-look White Ferns

Source: Radio New Zealand Molly Penfold of Auckland Hearts celebrates getting a wicket www.photosport.nz White Ferns bowler Molly Penfold is excited about the new-look team that will take on Zimbabwe over the next couple of weeks. The two sides will meet in three T20Is and three ODIs starting with the first T20 game in Hamilton … Read more

New maths, English, science resources rolled out at schools after teachers bemoan delay

Source: Radio New Zealand The Education Minister is announcing new maths, English and science resources that were due to be in schools at the start of this year will now be rolled out. The resources include a new teacher-facilitated writing tool for Year 6 to 10 students a year or more behind and maths resources … Read more

Aged care sector reiterates commitment to equitable pay for care workforce

Source: Aged Care Association The Aged Care Association acknowledges the release today of the People’s Select Committee on Pay Equity report. Chief Executive Tracey Martin said the report reinforces an issue the sector has consistently raised: the women who overwhelmingly staff New Zealand’s aged residential care facilities perform work that requires skill, judgement, responsibility and resilience, … Read more

Successful Māori startup accelerator returns for another year

Source: Tapuwae Roa Tapuwae Roa has announced today the return of its flagship Tupu Accelerator, an eight-week programme designed to propel Māori businesses from startups to investment-ready global ventures. Developed by Tapuwae Roa in partnership with Sprout Agritech, and co-funded by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), the programme will onboard ten aspiring Māori-founded … Read more

Bafta night a ‘bit of a blur’, says award winning Kiwi costume designer

Source: Radio New Zealand It wasn’t easy to get up to accept her Bafta win when she’s used to being behind the scenes, Kiwi costume designer Kate Hawley says. The night was a bit of a blur, she says, but it was wonderful to share it with her daughter, she told RNZ’s Nine to Noon. … Read more

Hāpai Te Hauora marks 30 years of Māori-led public health leadership

Source: Hapai Te Hauora Hāpai Te Hauora is marking 30 years of Māori-led public health leadership, acknowledging its journey and partnerships. Established in 1996 as Hāpai Te Hauora Tapui Ltd, the organisation was formed to address a critical gap in public health, recognising Māori public health is holistic in nature and requires distinct approaches, leadership, and … Read more

Northland News – Get your pod squad ready

Source: Northland Regional Council The Northland Regional Council has launched a new competition initiative aimed at reducing the spread of moth plant, a highly invasive pest plant throughout Taitokerau. The competition encourages individuals or teams to collect moth plant pods, vines and seedlings, with cash prizes up for grabs. Northland Regional Councillor and Chair of the … Read more

Employment Trends – Modest salary growth leaves 42% of New Zealand professionals feeling underpaid as cost‑of‑living pressures persist

Source: Robert Walters Auckland, New Zealand – 24 February 2026 – Salary growth across New Zealand remains minimal despite stabilising business conditions, with 42% of professionals reporting they feel underpaid, according to new research released by global talent solutions partner Robert Walters. The findings come from the firm’s latest Salary Guide, which surveyed over 5,500 white‑collar professionals … Read more

Baftas interrupted by racist slur from man with Tourette syndrome

Source: Radio New Zealand It was the clip heard around the world after Monday’s BAFTA ceremony in London — a man yelling the n-word as two celebrated Black actors, Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo, presented an award on stage. The man was John Davidson, the subject of the British indie film I Swear, about … Read more

Greens welcome launch of People’s Select Committee report on Pay Equity

Source: Green Party The Green Party has welcomed the release of the report from the People’s Select Committee on Pay Equity.  “This report makes clear what we have said all along: the Government’s decision to make it easier to underpay people and limiting pay equity access is yet another attack on women,” says the Green Party’s spokesperson for women, Kahurangi Carter.  “The Government underestimated … Read more

NZME back in profit as Herald, OneRoof and ZB deliver growth

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ/ Brad White Media company NZME is back in the black with increased earnings, as it put the asset writedowns and tougher economy of a year ago behind it. The owner of the OneRoof property platform, New Zealand Herald, and Newstalk ZB radio network said it was cautiously optimistic heading into … Read more

Warriors co-captain Mitchell Barnett to leave at end of 2026 season

Source: Radio New Zealand Mitch Barnett www.photosport.nz New Zealand Warriors co-captain Mitchell Barnett will return to Australia at the end of the 2026 NRL season for personal reasons. Club chief executive Cameron George confirmed today the 31-year-old Kangaroos and New South Wales front rower will be released from the final year of his contract. It … Read more

Hawke’s Bay water storage project a step closer

Source: Radio New Zealand The proposed Heretaunga Water Storage Facility, would be a 27 million cubic metre dam on private land near Whanawhana, in Hastings District. Supplied A massive Hawke’s Bay water storage project is one step closer, with geotechnical work having started as part of a feasibility study. Investigations into the proposed Heretaunga Water … Read more

Recidivist shoplifter before courts, Thames

Source: New Zealand Police Numerous hours of scouring video footage has led to the arrest of a woman in relation to retail crimes in Thames. Yesterday, Police arrested and charged a 52-year-old woman following multiple shoplifting incidents dating back over the past month. “This type of offending, especially at this large scale, has a big … Read more

PGG Wrightson increases half-year profit on back of increased sales

Source: Radio New Zealand PGG Wrightson is a rural services company (file photo). Supplied Rural services company PGG Wrightson (PGW) increased its half-year profit on the back of increased sales to a buoyant agricultural sector and farm exports. Key numbers for the six months ended December compared with a year ago: Net profit $17.3m vs … Read more

Mercury reports strong return to profit

Source: Radio New Zealand Ngā Tamariki Geothermal Station. Supplied / Mercury Energy Renewable energy generator and retailer Mercury has reported a strong return to profit, reflecting ongoing cost savings as well as investment in renewable energy projects. Mercury chief executive Stew Hamilton said the company had invested 50 percent ($270 million) of the first half … Read more

New Zealand announces more support for Ukraine, sanctions on Russia

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand will provide $8 million in new assistance for Ukraine and implement additional sanctions targeting Russia’s war machine, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced.  “Russia’s illegal and unprovoked invasion, now entering its fifth year, has devastated Ukraine, destabilised Europe and impacted the security of our own region,” Mr Peters says.   “Russia’s relentless … Read more

Boycotts and big questions: What you need to know about the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand celebrate qualification for the 2026 Football World Cup. Shane Wenzlick / Phototek.nz Explainer – The 2026 FIFA Football World Cup is taking place in the United States for the first time since 1994, with the country co-hosting the tournament alongside Mexico and Canada. The lead-up to the competition, however, … Read more

David Seymour says Andrew’s removal from line of succession not a priority

Source: Radio New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour. RNZ / Mark Papalii Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour says his focus is on New Zealand and issues facing Kiwis – not on joining the chorus to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession. It comes after Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wrote to British … Read more

Child seriously hurt after being hit by car in Christchurch driveway

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ A child has been seriously injured after being hit by a car in Christchurch. Emergency services were alerted to the crash on Ferry Road in the suburb of Woolston about 8.40am on Tuesday. Police officers are standing guard at an address on the street. A driveway and a Toyota Prius … Read more

Labour’s Chris Hipkins to wait until after Budget 2026 to make commitments

Source: Radio New Zealand Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he wants to wait until nearly June to make any commitments following criticism of his State of the Nation speech from his political opponents. On Monday, Hipkins promised a different Labour should they be elected in November, but he was offering up no new policy for … Read more