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Source: Radio New Zealand Chorus’s chief executive said the company had coped with tougher economic times and restrained consumer spending, as it looked to become an all-fibre operation. RNZ Telecommunications company Chorus posted a modest half-year profit on the back of a lift in sales and connections to its fibre network, and lower costs. Key … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A record 235 primary care registered nurses will begin advanced education this year – nearly doubling the number originally planned – following strong demand for the Government’s new Registered Nurse Primary Care Scholarships, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Last year we committed to supporting up to 120 primary care registered nurses … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 23 February 2026 The free annual hunting competition has been run by DOC’s Maniapoto team, with support from the NZ Deerstalkers Association (NZDA), for more than 30 years. Allan – who’s been a part of the NZDA for 30 years – has been involved in for the competition numerous times, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand pole vaulter Imogen Ayris. Simon Stacpoole / www.photosport.nz The Athletics New Zealand selectors have a dilemma on their hands as they try to finalise their squad for next month’s World Indoor Championships in Poland. New Zealand’s three female pole vaulters are fighting for just two spots at the event. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Campervan operator Tourism Holdings (THL) says strong growth in its rental business has helped drive first-half net profit up 17 percent, with revenue growth of 4 percent. “Our rentals business remains the engine of THL’s business model and continues to power our global revenue performance,” chief executive Grant Webster said. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Eagle-eyed Police who spotted a vehicle driving with no lights on through the streets of Papakura overnight have taken a pair into custody. At about 12.30am, a vehicle travelling with its lights off sped past a Police car on Great South Road. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm a third person has died following a serious crash on State Highway One near Redwood Pass. Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash at around 10.40am on Sunday 22 February. Two people died at the scene, and three others were transported to hospital with serious to critical … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Gill Bonnett Changes to the United Kingdom’s entry requirements for dual citizens come into force on Wednesday, but a last-minute update has added further confusion according to travel agents. Late last year, the British government announced anyone classed as a British citizen would soon need a valid UK passport to enter … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Emergency services were at the scene. (File photo) RNZ A pedestrian has been hit by a car in Te Anau. Police said the crash was reported at 8.45am on Monday on Town Centre, in Te Anau. The road was closed between Te Anau Terrace and Miro St. Police said the pedestrian … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Police said the vehicle hit a tree and flipped onto its side in the middle of the road. RNZ / REECE BAKER A person has died after they were injured in a crash where a vehicle hit a tree and flipped in Auckland. Emergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Catherine, Princess of Wales and Prince William, Prince of Wales, arrive at the BAFTA British Academy Film Awards in London, on 22 February, 2026.Jaimi Joy / POOL / AFP ‘One Battle After Another’ US singer-songwriter and actor Teyana Taylor.AFP / Adrian Dennis ‘Bugonia’ US actress Emma Stone.AFP / Adrian Dennis ‘Spider-Man: … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The redundancies were forced on Health NZ by government cuts, says the PSA. RNZ Spending millions on redundancy payouts for non-clinical staff at Health NZ is a “disgraceful waste of money”, says the PSA union. Te Whatu Ora made nearly $58 million in redundancy payouts between late 2023 and 2025. In … Read more
Source: World Vision This week as Ukraine marks the grim anniversary of four years of war and a growing mental health crisis, World Vision New Zealand is funding a digital chatbot to help caregivers support children living through conflict. Four years of armed combat, bombings, and death have scarred children and nearly 85% of households … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Fisher & Paykel Healthcare has upped its full year revenue and profit guidance on the back of “good growth” in its full range of hospital products. “We have continued to see good growth across the full range of our hospital products so far during our second half,” managing director Lewis Gradon … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to the presentation of a Certificate of Appreciation to Samson Aruwa in recognition of his courageous actions at a critical incident in Dunedin on the night of 5 October 2019. On that night, during a life threatening crowd crush at a student gathering, Samson demonstrated exceptional courage, calmness, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Customs Minister Casey Costello will travel to Honolulu this week to represent New Zealand at the United States’ Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security, and Shared Prosperity Summit. “The Summit is an important opportunity for New Zealand to strengthen partnerships that support the Pacific’s long‑term prosperity and resilience,” Ms Costello says. “Stronger economic connections, resilient … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has confirmed it will buy up to $200 million of new Genesis Energy shares as part of a capital raise announced by the company this morning. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the raise will support and advance the Government’s goals for secure and affordable energy. “We confirmed last year … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Mounjaro is now available by prescription in some New Zealand pharmacies. Christoph Reichwein / dpa Picture-Alliance via AFP A newly approved weight loss drug could improve competition but will still be costly for patients, an obesity doctor says. Mounjaro is a self-administered injection which received regulatory approval for the treatment of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The business outlook seems to be improving, Amova Asset Management’s head of equities said. (File photo) 123RF The last week of the corporate reporting season is underway with more than 20 companies yet to report their results to the December 31 balance date. The past week saw reports from some of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF More than double the planned number of primary care nurses will begin advanced training this year, following strong demand for the government’s new scholarship. Health Minister Simeon Brown said the government had originally committed to funding 120 primary care registered nurses each year for four years to undertake advanced education … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand An animal control officer communicates with a roaming dog (file image). RNZ / Felix Walton Auckland Council is hoping recent tragic dog attacks, including a fatal attack, will make the government step in and make changes. On Tuesday, 62-year-old Mihiata Te Rore was killed by dogs while visiting a home in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay. (File photo) RNZ / Mark Papalii As the world grapples with US President Donald Trump’s latest move raising global duty on imports into the United States to 15 percent, Trade Minister Todd McClay says how it will impact New Zealand businesses remains to be seen. Over the … Read more
Source: Green Party The Green Party is calling on Christopher Luxon to hold Winston Peters accountable for making false claims about union engagement on the Employment Relations Amendment Bill. “Winston Peters’ behaviour following the passing of the Employment Relations Amendment Bill is a disgrace,” says Green Party Workplace Relations spokesperson Teanau Tuiono. “He has falsely … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand File photo. RNZ / Luke McPake An Auckland councillor is calling them draconian and heartless, the advocacy group for retailers doubts they will work long term, and a man on the streets says it’s bullying. But the government says its move-on orders announced on Sunday are part of reclaiming main streets … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The newly named Trevor the trout. Tess Brunton/RNZ Gore’s iconic statue is no longer with-trout a name The brown trout statue has been proudly leaping in the Southland town since 1989 after being locally designed, built and fundraised. Trevor was officially announced at the On The Fly Festival on the banks … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Trees fell on power lines (file image). Supplied / Caleb Gordon More than 300 homes in Wellington are still without power a week after being hit by a southerly storm. Wellington Electricity said the extremely gusty nature of last week’s storm appeared to have made it extra damaging, and it was … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand An aerial view of the reserve, the water ponds, and the Barker’s blocks and factory. Supplied The Barkers jam maker is already in trouble with its neighbours over stinky wastewater ponds, and now it wants to dump the waste onto DOC land. With the backdrop of the Southern Alps and a … Read more