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Source: Radio New Zealand NZ Post is undergoing a change to its services as mail volumes drop. RNZ / Richard Tindiller Explainer – NZ Post is closing service counters and cutting delivery days. What is the future of mail going to look like? So, is mail delivery as we know it just going to vanish? … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Defence Minister Judith Collins departs today for Germany to attend the international Munich Security Conference. “In a turbulent and unpredictable world, the Munich Security Conference is an important opportunity to debate key security issues that impact New Zealand,” Ms Collins says. “This year the conference brings together global decision-makers and military … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Patrice Allen One person has died and two others remain in critical condition following a crash in Wairoa. Police say the crash was reported to emergency services around 3pm on Tuesday. The crash closed the intersection of Black Street and Archilles Street on State Highway 2 for a period … Read more
Source: Consumer NZ Consumer NZ expects power prices to increase by about 5% in 2026 – a blow to households already hit with a 12% increase to power bills last year. Households should brace for another big bump in power prices in the year ahead. The price predictions from Consumer NZ come at a time … Read more
Source: RealEstate.co.nz Kiwis prepared to pay almost 50% more for a three-bedroom homeGetting the bedroom/bathroom combo right can add up to half a million to a home’s priceRenovations can pay dividends, but not all are created equal Latest data from realestate.co.nz shows an extra bedroom can add anywhere from $150,000 to more than $450,000 to … Read more
Source: PSA The PSA is calling on the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) to pause a proposal to cut security guards from three to two at 20 offices around the country until the union is satisfied that proper risk assessments have been carried out. MSD is planning to introduce the two-guard model at smaller centres across … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Anton Shashero with Sir Graham Henry. Sarah Gloyer Waiheke Gulf News While the country has been dragged into a devastating war, two Ukranians are ensuring that rugby stays alive in their home, and that young players have a potential path to safety. Anton Shashero is coach of Ukraine’s national under-16 side, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Luca Harrington has claimed New Zealand’s second medal at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in Italy, taking bronze at the men’s freestyle skiing slopestyle event. Norway’s Birk Ruud took gold, while silver went to American Alex Hall. Harrington – one of the youngest competitors at 21 – was fourth on course, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Flight attendants working aboard the airline’s Boeing 777 and 787 long range aircraft will stop work on Thursday and Friday after failing to agree on terms over pay and conditions. camfoto/123RF It is “business as usual” at Air New Zealand despite a number of flight cancellations affecting thousands of passengers as … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston has welcomed the official opening of the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC), the country’s largest conference, exhibition and entertainment venue, describing it as a significant milestone. “Today’s grand opening of this multi-purpose convention space is a game changer for New Zealand’s capacity to host … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Silver medallist New Zealand’s Zoi Sadowski Synnott poses on the podium after the snowboard women’s big air final during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games. AFP/KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV New Zealand snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has joined an elite club of Olympians – those who will be bringing home broken medals. After a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Tourism Minister Louse Upston open the New Zealand International Convention Centre, Auckland, RNZ / Paris Ibell The New Zealand International Convention Centre opened its doors for the first time. It’s been almost 13 years since the government announced the deal for SkyCity to build the Centre … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The number of security guards at Work and Income offices are being reduced throughout the country (file image). supplied The Ministry of Social Development is planning to cut the number of security guards at Work and Income offices throughout the country. Twenty jobs are set to go at 20 offices in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The Justice Minister says it’s uncharitable to say a government retail crime advisory group was a waste of time. Paul Goldsmith has confirmed the group will wind down four months early, after three of its five members walked away. Labour this week said … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation I’ll admit it: I’m addicted. Not to coffee (well, that too), but to naturing. It started small, a quick stroll outside, a sneaky breath of fresh air. Next thing I know, I’m knee-deep in bush tracks, whispering encouragement to kererū, and declaring “this counts as exercise” while holding a pie. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone A major power cut at a boutique hotel has thrown families and businesses into darkness on Wellington’s Cuba Street. Residents of The Wellington Apartments are entering their third day without full power, after a failure at neighbouring Naumi Hotel. The section of Cuba Street, which houses the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand’s Michael Bracewell celebrates after taking a Bangladesh wicket, Champions Trophy, 2025. AFP Black Caps spinner Michael Bracewell won’t play any part of the T20 World Cup after being ruled out with injury. Bracewell suffered a calf injury during the ODI series against India last month and while he had … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Anton Shashero with Sir Graham Henry. Sarah Gloyer Waiheke Gulf News While the country has been dragged into a devastating war, two Ukranians are ensuring that rugby stays alive in their home, and that young players have a potential path to safety. Anton Shashero is coach of Ukraine’s national under-16 side, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Dalton Papalii. Photosport / John Davidson Blues v Chiefs Kick-off: 7:05pm Saturday 14 February Eden Park, Auckland Live blog updates on RNZ Dalton Papali’i has kept his cards close to his chest regarding his relationship with former All Black coach Scott Robertson. Speaking to 1News at Blues training on Tuesday, Papali’i … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The carillon’s 75 tonnes of bells have not played for years while the belltower is being earthquake strengthened. RNZ / Phil Pennington The war memorial bells at Pukeahu in Wellington may have to be played by an Australian on Anzac Day after the local player’s job was cut. It would be … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ The country would be better off burning the coal it has in reserve than building a billion-dollar liquefied natural gas terminal, a renewable energy advocate says. The government said this week it would proceed with plans to build a liquefied natural gas (LNG) import facility in Taranaki, with the estimated … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Dual citizens face having to get both passports and keep them up to date – and to get a UK passport soon if they want to travel from the end of February. Gill Bonnett NZ Post customers say the company should offer refunds and be more upfront about increased demand and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland mayor Wayne Brown is backing the Auckland War Memorial Museum’s request for the government to help top up its cash flow. Most of the museum has been open to the public since October, after asbestos was found in the almost 100-year-old building, forcing a five month shut-down. But the Te … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The number of security guards at Work and Income offices are being reduced throughout the country (file image). supplied The Ministry of Social Development is planning to cut the number of security guards at Work and Income offices throughout the country. Twenty jobs are set to go at 20 offices in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Bitcoin’s value has dropped by about half. CFOTO / NurPhoto via AFP Bitcoin’s value has dropped by about half – but are investors who buy the currency now really getting a bargain? Bitcoin’s price dropped through the latter half of January and then sharply on Waitangi Day. It has lifted a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Consumer NZ is warning that power prices could rise at least another 5 percent this year, after a 12 percent increase in 2025. Powerswitch general manager Paul Fuge said he thought that was a conservative estimate. An increase of that size would be mainly driven by the next step in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The shot that sold Auckland to SailGP fans as the Black Foils sail past the grandstand. Felix Diemer for SailGP Great photos, terrific facilities and enthusiastic crowds don’t necessarily mean Sail GP is a certainty for the city in the future It’s got the action and suspense of a Hollywood blockbuster, … Read more