Advocacy – PSNA will continue to protest Israel’s genocide despite efforts to muzzle the Palestinian solidarity movement across the western world

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Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA)   Despite plans to suppress Palestine support protests throughout most of the western world, Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa says it will continue to hold regular rallies and marches against Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza.    PSNA co-chair John Minto says the movement will continue to organise consumer boycotts and … Read more

The Ashes live: Australia v England – third test, day five

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Source: Radio New Zealand Follow all the cricket action, as the third in the five-test series between archrivals Australia and England continues at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide. Australia currently has a 2-0 lead in the series, after successful campaigns in both Perth and Brisbane. First ball is scheduled for 12.30pm NZT. Sign up for Ngā … Read more

Body pulled from water at Waiotapu, near Rotorua

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Source: Radio New Zealand (File photo) RNZ A sudden death investigation is underway after a person was pulled from the water, at Waiotapu, near Rotorua. At 6.15am on Sunday, emergency services were told a person had been “pulled from the water unresponsive” near Waiotapu Loop Rd. “Enquiries are now underway to establish the circumstances surrounding … Read more

Live: Black Caps v West Indies – third test, day four

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Source: Radio New Zealand Follow all the action on day four of the Black Caps’ third test against the West Indies at Bay Oval in Mt Maunganui. First ball is scheduled for 11am. Black Caps squad: Tom Latham (captain), Tom Blundell (wicketkeeper), Michael Bracewell, Kristian Clarke, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Daryl Mitchell, Ajaz … Read more

Police investigating sudden death, Waiotapu

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are responding to a sudden death near Waiotapu Loop Road, Waiotapu. Emergency services were alerted to an incident about 6.15am where one person had been pulled from the water unresponsive. Enquiries are now underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the death, which is being treated as unexplained. A scene examination … Read more

Parliament’s year in numbers

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Source: Radio New Zealand VNP / Phil Smith Analysis – The 2025 Parliamentary year has ended and it was a monster. In MPs’ final hurrah-the adjournment debate-David Seymour announced “this government has passed more legislation in the first two years of its three than any MMP Parliament has passed in its whole three years.” Previous … Read more

Correction: Tawa off-ramp

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Source: New Zealand Police A previous release stated the Tawa off-ramp was closed on SH1 following a single-vehicle crash.  The off-ramp (northbound) remains open, and traffic is being diverted through the off-ramp.  The northbound on-ramp is closed while staff work at the scene of the crash. SH1 is closed northbound until the Keneperu on-ramp, where … Read more

Study shows the experience of Māori grappling with ‘te reo trauma’

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Mark Papalii A new report published by Te Mātāwai has highlighted the narratives of Māori individuals grappling with language loss and trauma. An earlier study by Dr Raukura Roa and Professor Tom Roa (2023), defined te reo trauma as ‘the emotional, psychological, physical and spiritual harm and distress experienced … Read more

Auckland owners warned to control dogs after attacks on little blue penguins

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Source: Radio New Zealand Kororā found on Tiritiri Matangi island with neck twisting symptoms. BirdCare Aotearoa The Department of Conservation says there have been ongoing dog attacks on little blue penguins around Auckland’s coastline. The attacks have prompted DOC, conservation organisations, Auckland Council and mana whenua to urge dog owners to keep their pets under … Read more

Tawa off-ramp closed, SH 1

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Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1 by the Tawa off-ramp is completely closed following a single-vehicle crash. Emergency services were called to the scene around 6.20am. One person received serious injuries and were taken to hospital by ambulance services. A diversion is in place closing the Tawa off-ramp. Motorists are to join SH 59 … Read more

People warned to check equipment, seaworthiness of boats

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Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington’s Harbourmaster Grant Nalder. RNZ / Mark Papalii Wellington’s Harbourmaster says it’s important people check their equipment and the seaworthiness of their boats before heading on the water. Maritime NZ’s latest annual report found in the 2024 to 2025 financial year there were 19 fatal recreational boating accidents. The agency said … Read more

Inside the ‘mind-blowing’ world of competitive spreadsheeting

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Source: Radio New Zealand For some people, Excel spreadsheets are organisational heaven. For others, they’re more like hell. For Giles Male, though, buzzing around a spreadsheet, fixing up rows and columns, is an exciting and “crazy competitive” live esport. “You’ve got a room full of people cheering, watching others play around with spreadsheets on a … Read more

Helping hands: Could care robots solve aged-care crisis?

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Source: Radio New Zealand Pepper is a robot designed by Aldebran to specialise in communication and interaction with humans for situations including providing companionship for elderly people. RNZ / Philippa Tolley The global population is ageing, and New Zealand is no exception. Almost 20 percent of Kiwis are projected to be 65 or older by … Read more

Three car pileup closes SH1 south of Dunsandel

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Source: Radio New Zealand One person is reported to have serious injuries. RNZ / Nate McKinnon A three car crash shut down State Highway One in the town of Dunsandel south of Christchurch. The highway has since been reopened. Emergency services were called to the collision near the intersection with Selwyn Lake Road just before … Read more

Hundreds of lightning strikes lash Canterbury

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Source: Radio New Zealand The Canterbury region has been lashed by hundreds of lightning strikes. MetService put out a warning earlier on Saturday about thunderstorms that could bring heavy rain and large dumps of hail to parts of the region south of the Rakaia River. Areas near Ashburton have seen up to 25mm of rain … Read more

SIM Career Fairs: Connecting Talent with Top Employers

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 December 2025 – The Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) reinforces its commitment to student success through flagship career fairs that connect graduates with leading employers across diverse industries. These initiatives form part of SIM’s comprehensive employability ecosystem, Career Connect, which integrates coaching, mentorship, internships, and … Read more

Wellington Phoenix claim biggest win with rout of Sydney FC

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Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington Phoenix celebrate one of their goals against Sydney FC. Photosport Wellington Phoenix have bounced back from back-to-back losses in spectacular style, with a 7-0 win over Sydney FC in an A-League women’s game at Porirua. The winning margin is their biggest since they joined the competition in 2021. Their previous … Read more

State Highway 1, Dunsandel blocked by crash

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Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to a crash on State Highway 1, Dunsandel, near the intersection with Selwyn Lake Road. Three cars were involved in the crash, which was reported to Police just before 8pm. One person is reported to have serious injuries, two people have moderate injuries, and one person has … Read more

Three men charged after stealing van full of Christmas packages

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Source: Radio New Zealand The three men charged are due to appear in the Christchurch District Court on Tuesday. 123RF Police have found a stolen courier van full of Christmas packages just before the holiday. On Friday, the delivery van was reported missing and officers later followed reports of three suspicious men carrying courier packages … Read more

Ruatiti homicide: Police looking for second man as hunt for Mitchell Cole continues

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Source: Radio New Zealand Mitchell Cole. Supplied / NZ Police Police say they are looking to identify a second man as part of the Ruatiti homicide investigation, as the hunt for Mitchell Cole continues. Friends of sheep farmer Brendon Cole and wife Trina said they were found dead at their Murumuru Road property on 13 … Read more

Hamilton crash closes State Highway 3, person seriously injured

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Source: Radio New Zealand Emergency services were called to Ohaupo Road just after 6pm. RNZ / Richard Tindiller State Highway Three is shut in southern Hamilton, after a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. Emergency services were called to Ohaupo Road just after 6pm Saturday. Police say there are reports one person has serious … Read more

Ohaupo Road, Melville closed following crash

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Source: New Zealand Police Ohaupo Road, Melville is closed near Mount View Road following a crash. The crash, involving a vehicle and a pedestrian, was reported just after 6pm. One person has reportedly sustained serious injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI

Selwyn Police save Christmas for hundreds

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Source: New Zealand Police Selwyn Police have prevented Christmas chaos, after a courier van, full of packages destined for underneath Christmas trees, was reported stolen on Friday 19 December. Following this report, Police received numerous calls from the public about three suspicious men carrying courier packages in Birdlings Flat. Acting Sergeant Daniel Ingram says Police … Read more

Christmas Day weather looking like mixed bag

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Source: Radio New Zealand Meteorologist Silvia Martino says the West Coast is facing the worst of it. 123RF As Christmas nears, MetService forecasts a mixed bag of weather for much of the country. South Island MetService’s early weather forecast suggests it’s a good idea to hold the celebrations indoors, with the South Island facing a … Read more

Concerns Glorivale children will struggle to adapt once school closed

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Source: Radio New Zealand Gloriavale has been notified its school will be deregistered. RNZ / Jean Edwards A former Gloriavale member says leavers should be involved in helping families adjust to alternative schooling options. The secretary for education has confirmed the registration of Gloriavale Christian School will be cancelled. The school’s board said it would … Read more

Christchurch Police save Christmas for hundreds

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Source: New Zealand Police Christchurch Police have prevented Christmas chaos, after a courier van, full of packages destined for underneath Christmas trees, was reported stolen on Friday 19 December. Following this report, Police received numerous calls from the public about three suspicious men carrying courier packages in Birdlings Flat. Acting Sergeant Daniel Ingram says Police … Read more

Ongoing search for Mitchell Cole, further appeal for information

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Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Inspector Gerard Bouterey, Field Crime Manager, Central District CIB: Police are continuing to make enquiries to locate 29-year-old Mitchell Cole, who we want to speak with in relation to a double homicide in Ruatiti on Saturday 13 December. As part of our enquiries, Police want to identify a … Read more