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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 26 November 2025 The track, a tourist hotspot near Matamata, has been closed since 13 July due to high levels of rockfall activity and ongoing instability. DOC Senior Ranger Heritage and Visitors Matiu Te Kani-McQueen says the closure provides opportunity. “While we work on making the track safe, we will … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand has joined the international Minerals Security Partnership to attract investment in our critical mineral sector, Resources Minister Shane Jones and Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters say. “Joining the Minerals Security Partnership (MSP) aligns with New Zealand’s ambitious Minerals Strategy which aims to double the value of minerals exports by 2035 … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealanders seeking mental health support will soon have a better understanding of what services are available to them, thanks to government funding for Whakarongorau to develop a mental health AI navigation platform, Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey says. “Not knowing where to go or who to talk to has … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand More than 60 firefighters tackled the first blaze at Waiuku recycling facility. Supplied Shipping containers at an Auckland business park that were set alight late on Monday night were ablaze again in the early hours of Wednesday morning. Fire engulfed nearly 5000 square metres of plastic and six shipping containers at … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The 12-week trial involved 1500 Year 7 and 8 students who received small-group tutoring up to four times a week. Supplied / Ministry of Education A maths professor has questioned the results of a school maths trial the Education Minister has labelled as “groundbreaking”. Education Minister Erica Stanford said a maths … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Almost 20 percent of Auckland homeowners are selling their properties for a loss. RNZ / Kate Newton Almost 20 percent of Auckland homeowners are selling their properties for a loss. Cotality has released its latest Pain and Gain report, which shows the number of properties being sold for a gain or … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Media is invited to attend the Southern Law Enforcement Torch Runs to take photos and interview participants, including some of the local Special Olympics stars. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is in Dunedin on Saturday and Invercargill on Sunday. DUNEDIN Where: Meeting outside the Dunedin Central Police station at 12pm. Departing … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police, with the assistance of Department of Conservation and the Rescue Coordination Centre, have recovered the bodies of two climbers on Aoraki Mount Cook. “We can now begin the process of returning these men to their families,” says Canterbury Aoraki Area Commander Inspector Vicki Walker. “I want to thank all of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Forecast maximum temperatures for Wednesday 26 November. MetService/Facebook MetService says heat alerts could be issued as temperatures begin to soar on Wednesday. Timaru is expected to hit 30° on Wednesday, while it’s set to be 28° in Dunedin and 29° in Christchurch. The high temperatures are set to also run into … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The breakdown delaying reopening lanes after an overnight closure. NZTA / Waka Kotahi Commuters heading south over the Auckland Harbour Bridge can expect delays after roadwork equipment broke down. The New Zealand Transport Agency said a piece of roadworks equipment malfunctioned on the bridge overnight. The breakdown delayed reopening lanes after … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Tukaha Cooper of the Southland Sharks, 2025. PHOTOSPORT Breakers development player Tukaha Cooper has been banned from basketball for a month after testing positive for cannabis. The Sport Integrity Commission Te Kahu Raunui tested Cooper after the Southland Sharks National Basketball League game against Saints in Wellington on 20 July. The … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Black Caps celebrate a wicket Photosport The Black Caps have been grouped with South Africa, Afghanistan, Canada and UAE for this summer’s T20 World Cup. New Zealand are currently fourth in the world T20 rankings, one place ahead of South Africa, while Afghanistan are tenth, but will be a challenge in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Despite dropping in the polls and failing to resonate with voters on a range of issues, Sir Bill English is confident Christopher Luxon is the right person to lead National to victory at next year’s election. Speaking to 30 with Guyon Espiner, the former Finance Minister said the government has done … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand milk production hit historic levels in October. 123rf New Zealand milk production hit historic levels in October, with national collections rising 2.8 percent year-on-year. It marked the biggest October since 2018 and the third-largest month for milk production in New Zealand’s history. It came as high global supply of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Brendon and Stephanie Deacon at their property that was considered category one by Auckland Council despite their neighbours all being category three following flooding. RNZ / Luka Forman An Auckland couple who had to kayak from their home in Huapai to escape flash flooding are taking the city council to court … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Education Minister Erica Stanford. RNZ / Mark Papalii Primary principals say they are at an impasse with the government over its school reforms. In a series of open letters, regional principals associations have urged Education Minister Erica Stanford to slow down her curriculum changes and reverse her overhaul of the Teaching … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Generic image of insurance, homes, houses. 123rf From house insurance to health insurance, mortgage to pet to funeral, the list of what can be insured seems to be growing. Insurance experts list the ones you can cancel. As the cost of insurance balloons to more than $16 billion a year, more … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand One of the most explosive tales in underwater cameraman Andrew Penniket’s new memoir comes courtesy of a snoozing sperm whale in Tonga. “It was a big bull, and he was just floating along. And it was incredibly clear water.” Penniket swam out to the whale, but the current had placed him … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Regional councils such as ECan may not exist for much longer, under new government plans. File photo. RNZ / Nate McKinnon While opposition parties agree more needs to be done to make local government work better for everybody, they say the government’s proposals to scrap regional councils could remove a layer … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand head coach Scott Robertson www.photosport.nz Analysis – Ten wins, three losses. That’s how it stacks up for the All Blacks this season, although as per usual those numbers don’t tell the full story behind Scott Robertson’s campaign. There are more figures to help put some context around it all, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A Wellington social housing agency has hiked its tenants’ rent at double the rate the housing ministry initially agreed to. RNZ / REECE BAKER A Wellington social housing agency has hiked its tenants’ rent at double the rate the housing ministry initially agreed to, citing “financial pressures”. Earlier this month RNZ … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand On Tuesday police recovered the body of a mountain guide from Aoraki Mt Cook. Unsplash / Corey Serravite The New Zealand Mountain Guides Association (NZMGA) says a guide who died on Aoraki Mount Cook was a careful diligent guide with experience climbing the mountain. On Tuesday Police recovered the bodies of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Forecast maximum temperatures for Wednesday 26 November. MetService/Facebook MetService says heat alerts could be issued as temperatures begin to soar on Wednesday. Timaru is expected to hit 30° on Wednesday, while it’s set to be 28° in Dunedin and 29° in Christchurch. The high temperatures are set to also run into … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Sydney, New South Wales, Nov. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LED Mirror World, a specialist in high-quality bathroom mirror solutions, has announced the launch of its next-generation smart LED bathroom mirror collection, featuring built-in Bluetooth speakers, energy-efficient lighting, and enhanced durability. The new lineup solidifies the company’s position as a leading supplier … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Record Turnout Signals City’s Rise as Asia’s Trading Card Hub Event Backed by Virtual Asset Venture MemeStrategy, Entertainment Platform 9GAG HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 November 2025 – In a city long synonymous with skyscrapers and stock tickers, an unlikely subculture is staking its claim: trading cards. The … Read more
Source: Tertiary Education Commission At the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC), we gather a range of information about common issues through our monitoring work. We’re committed to partnering with tertiary education organisations (TEOs) and sharing learnings from our monitoring work to help the sector build capability. That way, we can all achieve better outcomes for learners. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The country’s biggest reggae music festival has been cancelled, with organisers blaming economic conditions. Supplied / One Love Festival The country’s biggest reggae music festival is the latest gig to be cancelled, with organisers blaming economic conditions. In a social media post on Tuesday night, Tauranga’s One Love Festival announced the … Read more