Former Silver Ferns’ assistant Deb Fuller to coach Malawi Queens

Source: Radio New Zealand Dame Noeline Taurua and her assistant Debbie Fuller (right). PHOTOSPORT Dame Noeline Taurua’s coaching bench will have a new look to it at the Commonwealth Games with long-time Silver Ferns assistant Deb Fuller to coach the Malawi Queens. Fuller has been appointed as the new High Performance Netball Consultant for the … Read more

Palace ready to help UK police in any inquiry into king’s brother Andrew

Source: Radio New Zealand By Michael Holden, Reuters Britain’s King Charles III has made clear his “profound concern” at allegations against Andrew, a Buckingham Palace spokesperson said. AFP / POOL / PAUL ELLIS Buckingham Palace says it is ready to support any police investigation into King Charles’ younger brother after emails suggested Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor might … Read more

Watch: Zoi Sadowski-Synnott wins silver in snowboarding big air final

Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has grabbed the silver medal in the Big Air event at the Winter Olympics in Italy, matching her result from four years ago. Kokomo Murase of Japan won the gold medal, with Seungeun Yu of South Korea taking bronze. It is a record third medal in … Read more

New liquefied natural gas terminal: ‘Vital’ or ‘bonkers’?

Source: Radio New Zealand Energy minister Simon Watts. RNZ/Mark Papalii The government wants taxpayers to pay for a new liquefied natural gas import terminal, but is promising lower power prices will come as a result. It is estimated the new terminal, expected to be ready next year at the earliest, will save New Zealanders around … Read more

John Campbell returns to RNZ as Morning Report co-host on April 13

Source: Radio New Zealand John Campbell says he is thrilled to be returning to daily news. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly John Campbell makes his return to RNZ, joining Ingrid Hipkiss as the new co-host of Morning Report on April 13. RNZ’s Chief Audio Officer Pip Keane said the field of applicants for role on the … Read more

New medicine funding could be life-saving for rural areas, health expert says

Source: Radio New Zealand Unsplash / RNZ A rural health expert says increased access to pain relief and blood clotting medications will improve medical outcomes could be life-saving for patients in remote areas. Pharmac on Monday announced new funding for emergency treatments in rural communities from 1 March. The funding specifically provided an extended list … Read more

Contractor ‘mortified’ as fault welds found on Auckland rail network

Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland’s Waitematā Station. Dan Satherley / RNZ A KiwiRail contractor is “mortified” after eight welds which join the rails together tested faulty. Auckland train services on both the Southern and Western lines have been restored after the faults were found between Waitematā and Newmarket. The Parnell rail tunnel was closed overnight after deficient … Read more

Zoi Sadowski-Synnott wins silver in snowboarding big air final

Source: Radio New Zealand Zoi Sadowski Synnott at the 2026 Winter Olympics. ULRIK PEDERSEN / AFP New Zealand snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has grabbed the silver medal in the Big Air event at the Winter Olympics in Italy, matching her result from four years ago. Kokomo Murase, of Japan, won the gold medal, with Seungeun Yu … Read more

Our Changing World: Predator Free South Westland nears eradication goal

Source: Radio New Zealand The Waitangiroto Nature Reserve is home to the country’s only Kōtuku breeding ground and the rainforest has benefited from predators being eliminated. Tess Brunton / RNZ Follow Our Changing World on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or wherever you listen to your podcasts It sounds like an impossible task – eradicating all stoats, … Read more

Our Changing World: Going for eradication

Source: Radio New Zealand The Waitangiroto Nature Reserve is home to the country’s only Kōtuku breeding ground and the rainforest has benefited from predators being eliminated. Tess Brunton / RNZ Follow Our Changing World on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or wherever you listen to your podcasts It sounds like an impossible task – eradicating all stoats, … Read more

University students bombarded by sports betting

Source: Radio New Zealand A re-creation of a person using an online sports betting platform. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly More university students are getting into financial trouble because they are being bombarded by sports betting companies, the Problem Gambling Foundation says. Stories were emerging of flats of students gambling rent money and student allowances on … Read more

Why Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance matters

Source: Radio New Zealand In just over 13 minutes worth of music, stars and symbolism, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny rewrote what it means to be American in a time of strife. For months, conservatives from the president on down have painted him as anti-American. Last night, Bad Bunny asked: What if I’m the real … Read more

Questions over who will pay for Wellington’s sewage plant failure

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Wellington’s mayor can’t say if ratepayers in the broader Wellington region will foot the bill for the failure of the Moa Point wastewater plant. It could be months before the plant returns to full operation after nearly 80 percent of its equipment was damaged by a backflow … Read more

All Blacks Leroy Carter and Simon Parker commit to NZ after World Cup

Source: Radio New Zealand Leroy Carter scores a try for the All Blacks. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz All Blacks Leroy Carter and Simon Parker have re-signed with New Zealand Rugby and the Chiefs until after next year’s World Cup. The winger and loose forward, who play for Bay of Plenty and Northland respectively, have re-committed to the … Read more

Auckland rail fault fixed, Western and Southern line trains operating as normal

Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland’s Waitematā Station. Dan Satherley / RNZ Auckland train services on both the Southern and Western lines are being restored after a fault was found between Waitematā and Newmarket. The Parnell rail tunnel was closed overnight after deficient track repairs were carried out over Waitangi Weekend. Auckland Transport said the fault … Read more

Northland couple finally sees EQC landslide damage payout three years after claim

Source: Radio New Zealand An unidentified Northland couple noticed cracks and movement around their home near Whangārei in 2018. Calvin Samuel A Northland couple denied Earthquake Commission (EQC) cover for their landslip-damaged home finally got a payout after bringing in their own expert three years later. Even so, they came close to losing out entirely … Read more

New Study: Children Spending 4+ Hours a Day On Screens Face Up to 61% Higher Depression Risk – Flow Neuroscience

Source: Flow Neuroscience A new study of over 50,000 children in the US found that spending four or more hours a day on screens is associated with a higher prevalence of mental health problems. This association is mediated by reduced physical activity and disrupted sleep routines. (ref. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-026-06609-1 ) February 9, 2026. A new Nature Portfolio … Read more

Firefighters put skills to the test UFBA Waterway Challenge in Rangiora

Source: United Fire Brigades’ Association The skill, speed and teamwork of some of New Zealand’s volunteer firefighters will be on full display when the UFBA South Island Waterway Challenge 2026 comes to Dudley Park in Rangiora on Saturday 14 February 2026. Hosted by the United Fire Brigades’ Association (UFBA), the South Island Waterway Challenge brings together … Read more

Legislation – Muddled health and safety reforms will confuse businesses

Source: New Zealand Institute of Safety Management Health and Safety changes released today will neither improve safety nor be easier for businesses to follow – it’s a big, missed opportunity say health and safety experts. “The new requirements outlined in the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill, are confusing and could add to compliance costs, … Read more

Love Food Hate Waste grants now open

Source: Auckland Council Got a clever idea to help Aucklanders cut down on food waste? Auckland Council’s Love Food Hate Waste grants are open again, and this year there’s extra funding on the table. From 9 February to 15 March, individuals and organisations can apply for $500–$6,000 to run projects that teach people how to … Read more

Scholarship a rewarding finish for EIT nursing student

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 6 days ago Receiving a scholarship after five years of study at EIT is “extra-rewarding” for Bachelor of Nursing student Jessie Tomoana (Ngāti Kahungunu), who left school at 15 before later returning to education as a mother. The 36-year-old from Waipatu received the Te Maari Joe (Nursing) Scholarship and will … Read more

Young Hawke’s Bay musician develops original music through EIT study

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 5 days ago EIT Bachelor of Creative Practice (Music) student Kaden Hura-McIntosh is already making his mark as an independent musician, with two albums released and a new EP developed through his studies. The 19-year-old (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Pāhauwera) from Flaxmere says last year was a defining time in his … Read more

Full steam ahead: more events set to ignite 2026

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in a suite of events from the Bay of Islands to Tekapo, as part of its $70 million Major Events and Tourism Package. Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says the events announced today span sports, food, culture and innovation, providing something for everyone and creating unforgettable … Read more

Super Rugby Pacific preview: The Hurricanes

Source: Radio New Zealand Super Rugby Pacific is back after a real return to form last year, with the competition kicking off in Dunedin on 13 February. As usual, each team has gone through an eventful off season, so today we’re checking in on the Hurricanes. Read: Highlanders preview Read: Moana Pasifika preview Read: Blues … Read more

Coroner says Highlanders player Connor Garden-Bachop died of natural causes

Source: Radio New Zealand Connor Garden-Bachop (centre) of the Highlanders is tackled by Jordan Petaia (left) and Jock Campbell (right) of the Reds during the Super Rugby Pacific 2024. PHOTOSPORT Highlanders and Māori All Blacks player Connor Garden-Bachop died suddenly of natural causes, a coroner has found. The 25-year-old was found in bed while staying … Read more

‘A cascade of errors’: Johnathon Taituma died after St John ambulance delays, coroner finds

Source: Radio New Zealand By the time an ambulance got to Johnathon Taituma, 43, about an hour and 40 minutes after his initial 111 call, he was dead. RNZ / Kim Baker Wilson He called 111 struggling to breathe. But by the time an ambulance got to Johnathon Taituma, 43, about an hour and 40 … Read more

WorkSafe to revisit Mt Albert Aquatic Centre after two hydroslide injuries

Source: Radio New Zealand Mt Albert Aquatic Centre. Supplied / Community Leisure Management WorkSafe says it intends to revisit an Auckland aquatic centre after two people were injured on a hydroslide. It said it was first notified after a man was injured at the Mt Albert Aquatic Centre in late December. Less than a week … Read more