Cross Street unveils 3 light-based murals on CRL doorstep

Source: Auckland Council Cross Street has become one of Auckland’s most enigmatic art streets, sitting on the ‘front lawn’ of City Rail Link station, Karanga-a-Hape.  Mercury Lane is already crafted with stunning expressions of te ao Māori by artist Pāora Puru. Cross Street is the next street in this station precinct to get a refresh.…

Explainer – How New Zealand’s new anti-stalking laws will work

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Explainer – Everybody knows what a stalker is. But until this month, stalking wasn’t officially a crime. The Crimes Legislation (Stalking and Harassment) Amendment Bill creates a new offence for stalking and will take effect on Tuesday 26 May, after a years-long battle by anti-stalking advocates pushing for change. “This…

Survivor Support and Recognition Fund provides $4.9 million memorialise and care for unmarked graves and support survivor initiatives

Source: New Zealand Government The Government continues to respond to the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry with funding to seven local authorities to memorialise and care for unmarked graves and a total of 68 non-government organisations and community groups to provide services in support of survivors. The Royal Commission found there are at…

Greenhouse Gas Emissions for the 2024/25 Financial Year: Report and inventory

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 20 May 2026 This document provides the report and inventory for the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ministry of Health | Manatū Hauora (the Ministry) for the financial year 2024/25 (1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025). The inventory has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of:…

MEDIA ADVISORY: 67 keen new cops to graduate

Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to the graduation of Wing 395 Heniaka August QSM. What:   Graduation of the New Zealand Police 395 Recruit WingWho:     For families and friends to celebrate with the newly attested police officersWhy:     Completion and graduation from their initial training courseWhere: Te Rauparaha Arena, 17 Parumoana Street, PoriruaWhen: …

‘Heartless’: Fears Wellington will be ‘ghost town’ after public service cuts

Source: Radio New Zealand Kirsten Saunders, the co-owner of Smith the Grocer, says the announcement of more job cuts is tough for the city’s morale. RNZ / Ellen O’Dwyer An economist says more than 3500 jobs could be cut in Wellington, and the capital is set to “bear the brunt” of a major shake-up to…

Rapid-build ward taking shape at Hawke’s Bay Hospital

Source: New Zealand Government The first modules for the new 28-bed rapid-build inpatient unit at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital have now been lifted into place, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This is a significant milestone for Hawke’s Bay as we work at pace to increase capacity at the hospital, help meet demand during…

DOC proposes track removals as iconic Mautohe Cathedral Cove prioritised

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  20 May 2026 Globally renowned for its picturesque rock arch, Mautohe Cathedral Cove is the main attraction for many visitors heading to the wider DOC-managed coastal reserve between Whitianga and Hahei for naturing. However, the area is prone to landslides and is vulnerable to weather damage, as seen following Cyclone…

Air NZ announces three new non-stop international routes from Christchurch

Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied/ Air NZ Air New Zealand has announced three new non-stop international flights from Christchurch to launch later this year. The new routes from Christchurch to Singapore, Tokyo and Perth are part of an agreement with Christchurch Airport to boost the South Island’s international connectivity. Air New Zealand chief executive Nikhil…

Children’s enjoyment of reading, writing and maths drops

Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF A national study has found New Zealand children’s enjoyment of reading, writing and maths has dropped, in some cases significantly. The number of older primary school children who do not enjoy the subjects has doubled since 2018/19, as has the percentage who believe they are not good at them. The…

Getting the kids to school drives me bananas. How can we make mornings calmer?

Source: Radio New Zealand Getting the kids out the door for school can feel like herding cats in the rain. Just when one child is ready, another can’t find a shoe, someone remembers homework, and someone else starts crying because they want more breakfast. Is there a calmer way to get through the mornings with…

Scientists concerned about de-extinction ethics as biotech company heralds ‘breakthrough’

Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied / Te Ara Scientists are once-again raising concerns about de-extinction as a US biotech company promotes a “major breakthrough” in artificial egg technology. Colossal Biosciences on Wednesday announced the development of an artificial egg that it says is a crucial step toward resurrecting the South Island giant moa – a…

Serious crash, Matamata

Source: New Zealand Police Roads are closed around the roundabout connecting Mangawhero Road, Tower Road, Burwood Road and Broadway in Matamata following a vehicle hitting a property. The incident was reported to emergency services around 1.30am. One person sustained critical injuries and was transported to hospital. The Serious Crash Unit were notified. Motorists, especially those…

Public servant ‘terrified’ job on the line again after government announces more cuts

Source: Radio New Zealand The government plans to slash public service jobs by about 14 percent over the next three years. RNZ / Quin Tauetau A public servant affected by the sweeping cuts of two years ago is “terrified” their job will soon be on the line again. The government plans to slash public service…

Roundabout the motu: The loved and hated road features

Source: Radio New Zealand What the peanut-shaped roundabout will look like. Hamilton City Council The opening of a so-called ‘peanut-about’ in Hamilton got everyone talking about roundabouts. The peanut-shaped roundabout while unusual, is not the only one in New Zealand, with a few others scattered around the motu. But it did get RNZ listeners sharing…

Housing market confidence takes a tumble as interest rates, inflation rise

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Housing market confidence has taken a tumble as interest rates rise, prices are expected to stay flat, and inflation heads higher. ASB’s latest housing confidence report in the three months ended April showed a net 19 percent of respondents expecting prices to rise over the next 12 months from 30…

No bank meets Consumer NZ’s customer satisfaction award criteria for first time in 10 years

Source: Radio New Zealand Consumer NZ says no bank has earned one of its People’s Choice awards for customer satisfaction this year. RNZ / Supplied Consumer New Zealand says no bank has earned one of its People’s Choice awards for customer satisfaction this year. Based on a survey of 1958 New Zealanders, no bank met…

Hundreds submit on Fisheries proposal to manage shellfish in Auckland, Coromandel

Source: Radio New Zealand Fisheries New Zealand is reviewing management measures for recreational shellfish harvesting in Auckland and Coromandel. 123RF More than 300 people have submitted feedback to Fisheries New Zealand as part of a review into shellfish gathering in Auckland and Coromandel. Last month, the regulator announced it was reviewing management measures for recreational…