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Source: Radio New Zealand The jetboat sank on the Waiau River. File picture. 123RF An investigation is underway into the sinking of a Fiordland Jet commercial jetboat on the Waiau River, Maritime New Zealand says. It happened on Tuesday afternoon, and Maritime New Zealand staff are talking to people, examining the vessel and the scene … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A beloved early 2000s heart-throb, Dawson’s Creek actor James Van Der Beek never shook off the character that shot him to fame. But how he leaned into it, playing himself in Don’t Trust the B in Apartment 3 and numerous other cameos, enshrined his legacy as one of TV’s most sensitive … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The school block destroyed in a suspected arson is being demolished. Taupō-nui-a-Tia College Students from a Taupō secondary school that lost a classroom block in a suspected arson will continue learning from home next week. Roads around Taupō-nui-a-Tia College, on Spa Road, were closed for about four hours on Sunday while … Read more
Source: EMA The Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) says the government’s new Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill takes a constructive step towards a modern, risk-based system – but warns several significant issues must be addressed through the submission and select committee process. EMA Manager of Employment Relations and Safety Paul Jarvie says a risk-focused … Read more
Source: Banking Ombudsman Scheme 12 February 2026 – Partnering with friends or family members can be a great way to get on the property ladder, but it can come with risks, warns the Banking Ombudsman. Nicola Sladden said a recent dispute investigated by the scheme was a timely reminder for people buying property with others to have … Read more
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Te Whatu Ora needs to go back to the drawing board and prioritise worker safety after reversing plans to charge hospital workers market rates for car parks, NZNO says. Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa NZNO delegate and Christchurch health care assistant Al Dietschin says NZNO members were angered they weren’t consulted … Read more
Source: PSA The PSA welcomes Te Whatu Ora Health NZ abandoning its plan to privatise parking services across all hospitals for now, but must rule out ever returning to the flawed plan in the future. “This was a mean-spirited plan, putting profits over patients and health workers and the blame sits squarely on the shoulders of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand AFP/ GARO A Checkpoint investigation has revealed how easy it is to get potentially dangerous nitrous oxide or nangs in large quantities from dairies, vape stores and convenience stores. The gas has legitimate medical uses and is also used in catering to whip cream, however it is illegal to supply, possess … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Kim Baker Wilson A baby was the person killed in a devastating crash involving a car and school bus in the Hawke’s Bay township of Wairoa. The collision happened at about 3pm on State Highway 2 on Tuesday, at the intersection of Black Street and Archilles Street. A person … Read more
Source: Exercise NZ “We now know the decade when men should and need to start prioritising heart health as preventative measures, and that decade is their 30s… The actions men take, or don’t take, during this period can determine their cardiovascular health for the rest of their lives.” “The good news is that even if … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Moeaia Tuai was sentenced to jail for more than 16 years on Thursday. RNZ / Marika Khabazi This story discusses details of slavery and sexual abuse. Two young people have told how they were held in slavery by an Auckland man for several years. Former prison officer Moeaia Tuai, who is … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Unsplash Wellington councillors, national industry groups and drivers are sounding the alarm over immigration settings for bus drivers, warning of a looming shortage. A residency pathway for bus drivers, brought in in 2022, requires English language to the level of a post-graduate international student, after two years on a working visa. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Roads around Mauao at Mount Maunganui reopened on Friday 6 February. RNZ/Angie Skerrett The owner of a Mount Maunganui pizzeria which has only just reopened after the deadly Mauao landslide says revenue is half what it would usually be in summer. Michele Delaini is the owner of Rustica Italian Food pizzeria … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Blues v Chiefs Kick-off: 7:05pm Saturday 14 February Eden Park, Auckland Live updates on RNZ Blues coach Vern Cotter confirmed today that the side he’s named for Saturday night’s season opener is very much in line with what he’s expecting from their opponents. Cotter identified the Chiefs’ ability to change gears … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Christchurch Hospital car park. Supplied / Ngāi Tahu Property Health New Zealand has dropped plans to charge market rates for hospital car parking. In a statement, the health agency said it had received “constructive and detailed input from staff during the consultation process”. It thanked staff for their feedback, and assured … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied / Rocket Lab A physics professor says he does not trust the New Zealand Space Agency to make good decisions about a likely host of new space launches. The government is raising the total number of launches allowed to 1000, as the cap set at 100 in 2017 comes close … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, Australia, Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX:PDN, TSX:PDN, OTCQX:PALAF) (“Paladin” or the “Company”) advises that it has released a presentation for the Langer Heinrich Mine (LHM) investor site visit being held on 12 February 2026, in Namibia. The presentation is available on the Company’s website (https://www.paladinenergy.com.au/investors/asx-announcements/). This … Read more
Source: Maritime New Zealand Maritime NZ takes the welfare of seafarers extremely seriously. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and will take any action necessary to ensure compliance with all applicable international and domestic maritime regulations. We understand from the vessel’s Master and agent that the crew are adequately provisioned and are doing … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A Samoan Chief who falsely promised two people a better way of life, now faces up to 16 years behind bars. Today, Moeaia Tuai was sentenced on numerous charges relating to slavery, rape and indecent assault. The 63-year-old was sentenced in the Auckland High Court to 16 years and four months’, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The luxury integrated resort extends its record-setting run, raising the bar for the fourth consecutive year with three new five-star awards; distinguishing its singular vision for world-class hospitality with the most Forbes Travel Guide five-star hotels under one roof MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 February 2026 – In the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Lance Corporal Nicholas Kahotea, of the 1st NZSAS Regiment, died in a training accident in South Auckland in 2019. Defence Force / Supplied Army training rules have been tightened since the death of special forces soldier Nicholas Kahotea, the man in charge of training says. Kahotea fell several storeys while training … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden has welcomed the passing of the first reading of the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill, which will reform New Zealand’s work health and safety law and regulations. “The changes in this Bill will make it easier to run a business in New Zealand by increasing certainty and removing fear, helping to ease costs … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A former All Black believes it’s time for a Pacific Islander to take the reins as New Zealand coach. In 2024, players with Pacific Island heritage made up 14 of the 32-man All Blacks squad, with Christian Lio-Willie, Timoci Tavatavanawai and Du’Plessis Kirifi earning caps in 2025. Star Moana Pasifika signing … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The independent review will look at the Reserve Bank’s response to the pandemic. RNZ / Alexander Robertson A review into the Reserve Bank’s monetary policy decisions during the Covid-19 pandemic was originally intended to be completed by March. The Finance Minister says the delay was due to how long it took … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Nate McKinnon Regenerative sheep farmers could muster an above-market pay cheque for their sustainable wool clip, thanks to a new industry deal. Wools of New Zealand signed a new contract to supply American-owned company Keraplast, based in Ōtautahi, with hundreds of tonnes of strong wool over the next five … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand First leader Winston Peters speaking at Waitangi Treaty Grounds last week. (File photo) RNZ / Mark Papalii New Zealand First will campaign on a referendum on the Māori seats this year, with the party saying the time had come for a decision on their future. Te Pāti Māori said … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Police found the Nissan X-Trail in the Mahurangi River. NZ POLICE / SUPPLIED The car of a man who was swept away in the Mahurangi River north of Auckland last month has been found. Tekanimaeu Arobati disappeared during severe weather on 21 January. The 47-year-old’s body was found three days later … Read more