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Serko sees strong revenue growth, while posting increased loss
Travel software company Serko posted a bigger bottom-line half-year loss driven by one-offs, but its income surged, thanks to its partnership with US giant Booking.com.
Air New Zealand says cabin crew considering strike action
The airline's chief executive says while they have been made aware of the vote by E tū union, no formal strike notice has been received.
When will instant coffee be affordable again?
Coffee Supreme chief executive Andrew Lowe says there are a range of factors at play - but there is hope on the horizon.
Refuge organisations shocked at increase in women needing to escape abuse
Family violence service provider Shine says it has seen a 58 percent increase in women needing to use their refuges over the past financial year.
Cricket: Daryl Mitchell to miss rest of West Indies series
Black Caps batter Daryl Mitchell will miss the rest of the ODI series against West Indies because of injury.
Black Ferns star Ruahei Demant heading to Britain
Bristol Bears head coach Scott Lawson says Ruahei is a "genuinely world-class player".
Education Ministry gets hundreds of calls, emails over play sand contamination - Seymour
David Seymour says several hundred schools and childhood centres have contacted the Ministry of Education after the discovery of asbestos in a range of coloured play sand.
'The hardest journey possible': $250,000 raised for mother of children killed in Sanson fire
More than $250,000 has been raised for the mother of the children as she deals with the "unimaginable loss".
Boxing: Anthony Joshua to fight Jake Paul next month
Former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua will take on YouTube star Jake Paul in a bout next month.
The KiwiSaver members wiping out their balances
Hardship withdrawals have increased substantially in recent years as cost-of-living pressure has gone on households.
Morning Report live: Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins on capital gains tax
Labour has been gaining ground in recent opinion polls but a new survey suggests voters are split on its capital gains tax proposals.
Morning Report : Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins on capital gains tax
The Labour leader says he is comfortable with where the Capital Gains Tax policy has landed, after a survey showed voters were split on the idea.
'No minimum sentence': Do child sexual exploitation prison terms reflect the severity of the crime?
Sexual exploitation of children is seen as one of the worst crimes out there - but do the prison terms reflect the severity?
Dozens of Canberra schools to reopen, 25 remain closed over coloured sand asbestos contamination concerns
Dozens of public schools in Australia's ACT will reopen or partially reopen on Tuesday, but 25 remain closed for all students.
Osaka pulls out of ASB Classic, Svitolina and Navarro signed up
Former world women's tennis number one Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from this summer's ASB Classic in Auckland.
Triathlon: Hayden Wilde puts chaotic race behind him
Wilde is sure there will be more robust technical involvement in future T100 events following a farcical finish to the latest round in Dubai.
'Portals to the past': Indigenous educators reconnect with Pacific wayfinding
The World Indigenous Peoples' Conference on Education has returned to Aotearoa for the first time in 20 years.
Three suspicious fires in Dunedin overnight
Investigators would be looking into the fires.
Kaitāia reels at violent death of 'relentlessly optimistic' businessman Monty Knight
A 57-year-old woman is facing murder charges after Monty Knight was found critically injured at his home on Sunday.
'Not meant to be around here': Auckland native bird hospital seeing more sub-Antarctic species
BirdCare says more species, like the white-headed petrel, are being found sick or hurt in Auckland.
What IKEA's opening will mean for local homeware retailers
The global home furnishing giant will open its first New Zealand store in Auckland's Sylvia Park next month.
All Blacks to play France first up in new Nations Championship
Rugby's new-look Nations Championship will pit northern and southern hemisphere countries against each other in two separate windows in July and November next year.
NZ will be 'dumping ground' for high-emission cars, EV advocate warns
The standard - an effective penalty set up to incentivise the uptake of low- or zero-emission vehicles - will drop by nearly 80 percent at the end of this week.
Firefighter unions head to Employment Relations Authority over restructure
Staff were told last week of sweeping changes designed to slash $50 million from Fire and Emergency's annual costs.
Space magnet research project Hēki extended for three months
The New Zealand experiment is testing superstrong magnets in space, with the hopes of eventually propelling spaceships.
Bangladesh court sentences ex-PM to be hanged for crimes against humanity
Sheikh Hasina, 78, defied court orders that she return from India to attend her trial about whether she ordered a deadly crackdown against a student-led uprising last year.
Silver Ferns want to finish turbulent international window with trophy
The Silver Ferns are determined to finish an intense three months of netball, which will be remembered against the backdrop of a turbulent coaching saga, on a high.
Jaeyoung Jang accused of murdering father and son in Bucklands Beach house fire
He has pleaded not guilty to murdering the pair.
The fuel of ‘last resort’: How imported gas became New Zealand’s first choice
It's expensive, vulnerable to price shocks and terrible for the planet. So why are we importing gas?
Police Commissioner accidentally takes FBI's Kash Patel for 'brief dip' during active tsunami advisory
The two men went for a 'very quick swim' in Oriental Bay after an early morning run.
Bench top manufacturer calls out use of potentially deadly engineered stone
About 1000 workers are thought to have been been exposed to high concentrations of respirable crystalline-silica dust while working with engineered stone slabs during the past 15 years.
Tauranga Airport cancels flights due to Whakaari White Island ash
The volcano is currently at Alert Level 3.
World's largest indigenous education conference kicks off in Auckland
About 3000 people were welcomed by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei for the World Indigenous Peoples' Conference on Education 2025.
The fire is out, but Tongariro is now at risk of losing its unique biological legacy
Analysis: The sight of flames tearing across Tongariro National Park last week was heartbreaking for lovers of the landscape.
What Marjorie Taylor Greene's political revolt may say about Trump
Analysis: It is rare for a leading political figure to confound their own caricature and to disown their own past behavior, writes CNN's Stephen Collinson.
South African man who attended Neo-Nazi rally outside NSW parliament has visa cancelled
He moved to Australia from South Africa in 2022.
Heavy rain, humidity and warm nights to hit parts of the country
MetService has issued heavy rain warnings and watches for some parts of the country this week as a warm air mass brings wet, humid and warm tropical weather.
Man jailed after using fake identities to gain NZ residence
The man and his partner admitted 16 charges of immigration and identity fraud.
Where the rubber is the road: NZ's first rubber road surface to be tested in Canterbury
Selwyn council is working with a contractor to provide the recycled rubber granules for a proposed trial.
IT system at Wellington Hospital a 'constant risk' to patient safety, says union
Health NZ chief information technology officer Darren Douglass said performance problems arose in March.
Fraud Awareness Week: Govt creates new scam protections
Too many people were being ripped off by scams that spread through fake websites, texts and social media, says the government.
Uber loses Supreme Court appeal over drivers' employment status
The Supreme Court has unanimously voted in favour of the drivers.
Watch: PM Christopher Luxon at post-cab conference
The prime minister is speaking at this week's post-cab media conference about more changes to the Clean Car Standard.
Services sector struggling to gain forward momentum
The services sector makes up about three-quarters of the New Zealand economy.
Labour leader Chris Hipkins announces engagement to partner Toni Grace
He first confirmed the relationship during his concession speech on the evening of the 2023 election.
Watch: Police discuss murder-suicide of three children and father in Sanson fire
August, Hugo, and Goldie died along with their father, Dean Field, during a house fire on Saturday.
NZ golfer Steven Alker falls just shy of a third Charles Schwab Cup
A second place finish at the season-ending Charles Schwab Cup Championship has cost New Zealand golfer Steven Alker.
'Attempted decapitation': Man on trial for murder of former employee
A friend of a Dunedin man stabbed more than 40 times has described finding his unresponsive body soaked in blood.
Man suffers fractured eye socket, broken nose after offering help to woman
A woman told him she had a flat tyre and needed help before the victim was "accosted by a man and assaulted".
Greens pledge to revoke fast-track consents for coal, hard-rock gold, seabed mining projects
"We will revoke them, even if consents are issued," said the Greens' resources spokesperson Steve Abel.
Food prices up again with dairy and eggs more expensive
Annual food inflation edged higher as rising grocery prices offset cheaper fruit and vegetables.
‘There’s no excuses from us’: Robertson on All Blacks’ inability to maintain pressure
The loss to England sees focus now firmly on the issues that have plagued the team for two seasons.
Foot on face photo of Kiwi Geordie Beamish up for award
The photo has been selected as one of three finalists for the 2025 World Athletics Photograph of the Year.
ACC's use of AI to help decide who gets help shocks advocate
"It's all about 'how can we ramp up exits, how can we get more people coming off the scheme," says an ACC advocate
What the government's firearms act reform proposals will change - and what they won't
Explainer - How will firearms proposals change access to guns in New Zealand? Here's what you need to know.
Warehouse Group jobs to go in cost-cutting drive
The Warehouse Group plans to cut head office jobs as increased sales fail to deliver profit growth.
Schools close as more types of play sand test positive for asbestos
The findings expand an already significant recall that began last week, when rainbow sand products used widely in schools were found to be contaminated.
'He's our hero': Father killed in Auckland double-fatal house fire died while trying to save his son
The last time Jung Sup Lee's wife saw him alive was when he 'threw himself' into the flames trying to rescue his son.
Death of three children and father after Sanson fire being treated as murder-suicide
August, Hugo and Goldie, aged 1 to 7, have been named as the victims of the blaze, while their father's body has also been recovered.
Government performance rating hits new low in survey
Labour has overtaken National on perceptions of its ability to manage the economy, putting the party on top for 15 of the top 20 issues for New Zealanders.
'Reinvasion is inevitable': Joy over zero possums in Wainuiomata short-lived
A recent pest control operation in Wainuiomata momentarily knocked the possum population down to zero - the lowest result recorded in the area for 20 years.
Former Police Commissioner not sure if he's 'free to comment' on scathing report
Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster was placed on leave from his role as chief executive of the Social Investment Agency, following the report released on Tuesday.
Live netball: Silver Ferns v England, first test
Follow all the netball action from Copper Box Arena, London.
South Carolina man executed by firing squad
Stephen Bryant, 44, was convicted of killing three people during a 2004 crime spree and has now been executed by a firing squad in South Carolina.
Three players share record must-win $55m Lotto prize
Lotto NZ will release the locations of the winning tickets on Sunday.
All Blacks crash to defeat against England
All Black Grand Slam hopes gone after comprehensive loss at Twickenham
Apple launches US$229.95 iPhone Pocket ‘sock’ to widespread bemusement
Eyebrows have been raised by the hefty price tag of a product "inspired by the concept of a piece of cloth".
Quarter of all trucks tested in blitz fail brake test
The brakes on more than a quarter of trucks tested in a recent police operation on central North Island roads were found to be faulty.
All Whites need to learn 'dark arts' before Football World Cup
"Crafty" Colombians could give All Whites a lesson on playing on the "edge" of the rules.
Multiple dead in Manawatū house fire that closed section of State Highway One
RNZ understands a man and children are among the deceased.
Two more yellow-legged hornet queens found in Aukland's Glenfield brings total to nine
Yellow-legged hornets are an invasive predator species, and a danger to local honey and wild bees.
Carnage at Cup Week as violent thunderstorm hits Canterbury
Heavy rain and thunder hit the Canterbury region, damaging roofs in Timaru and disrupting the races at Riccarton Park.
Kiwi boxer Joseph Parker denies drug charges after latest defeat
The former world heavyweight champion tested positive for traces of cocaine on the day he lost to Briton Fabio Wardley.
Will I have to pay tax if I give my kids $150k? - Ask Susan
RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
Desperate scramble for Rugby World Cup rankings points
Crucial ranking points are up for grabs for several nations in test matches this weekend.
Why Christmas barbecues likely to be a 'pretty expensive endeavour'
The latest Grocery Supplier Cost Index showed an average annual increase of 2.5 percent in October.
Police need reform, external monitor, organisation working to end sexual violence says
Te Ohaakii a Hine's calls for reform follow this week's review of how senior officers mishandled allegations about former deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming.
Country Life: Massey University's teaching farm
Set on 40 hectares near the university's Palmerston North campus, the Large Animal Teaching Unit, is home to a menagerie of animals for veterinary students to work with.
Country Life: Jefferson Fellow Kate Green
RNZ reporter Kate Green has recently returned from parts of Southeast Asia as part of a Jefferson Fellowship exploring food security issues across the region.
Country Life: Living the high country life at Glenbrook
There's romance attached to living in the Mackenzie High Country, but is that still the case? Growing up in the region's harsh winters and hot summers, it's the only life Simon Williamson has...
The father fighting NZTA over 'inherently unsafe' brakes in some 70,000 vehicles
For years, a father has been fighting for Waka Kotahi to do more about the dangers of a vehicle braking system involved in his son's death. Now a coroner's report backs him up, but NZTA still disagrees.
All Blacks v England: What you need to know
Team lists, key stats and news about Sunday morning's big test at Twickenham.
Rural Wairarapa communities on climate change frontline
The local climate could be expected to get hotter and drier in the years to come, so what is the plan?
Business summit highlights ethnic contributions to economy
Participants call for more support to be given to female entrepreneurs to give them opportunities in business.
情非得已：为什么越来越多的新西兰人选择“润澳”
新西兰律师呼吁开展全国性讨论：年轻人去澳洲赚得多花得少，这是一笔不需要犹豫的经济账。
阻止气候变暖：1.5℃关口失守，人类还需要努力吗？
科学家认为，如果全球目前能够及时调整发展策略，对碳排放进行"超调"，那么我们仍然有机会将气候变暖趋势控制在红线以内。
Manufacturing sector expands for fourth consecutive month in October
This increase was led by a rise in new orders and improved demand.
Government completes four bills in a week of political sideshows
Four government bills completed their legislative journeys this week - two enjoyed relative consensus across the House. The other two, not so much.
What to do if you have the coloured sand recalled for asbestos in your home
Nearly 60 schools and ECEs have contacted the Ministry of Education over possible asbestos contamination. Here's what we know.
Why an 'Inspector-General' might not have stopped the Jevon McSkimming cover-up
"What's the difference between that and any other avenue they already have for communicating anonymously?" an advocate asks.
Manufacturing orders up, but employment still a struggle - survey
Manufacturing sector activity expanded in October thanks to higher new orders and improving demand.
'Minister...we need to talk about deer'
What will be needed to tame the plague of feral deer on the West Coast?
Ed-tech company Kami named EY entrepreneur of the year
Kami will be competing with the other country winners at EY's Global event to be held in Monaco, June 2026.
Real estate complaints hit record level
The Real Estate Authority's 2025 annual report noted a 35 percent increase in formal complaints in the year to June 30, to 487.
Steady increase in international visitors, hotel chain chief says
Sudima Hotels chief operation officer Les Morgan says places like Queenstown and Christchurch would likely have days where accommodation was at capacity over summer, but Auckland is still...
网购高峰将至，希望在圣诞前收到快递的朋友请注意物流截单日期
新西兰邮政给出了今年圣诞节前的快递截单日期，较去年略有变化。
Detection is not prevention: will drug testing drivers really make NZ roads safer?
Police can now stop any driver, at any time, to screen for four illicit substances - cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine and MDMA.
What’s fuelling the growing demand for Indian ethnic wear?
New Zealand's changing demographics in recent years is being reflected in the rising demand for Indian fashion.
'Painfully easy': Why more Kiwis are choosing to go to Australia
"It makes me wonder who's left at home sometimes," says a 27-year-who moved from Whangārei to Melbourne.
How expensive is life in NZ really?
Deutsche Bank's Mapping the World's Prices report looks at the price of a range of items around the world, in US dollar terms.
Are you paying more for car insurance because of your gender?
The different prices for genders indicates there is a perceived difference in risk, an actuary says.
First Māori Language Commissioner impressed by younger generation's reo
Sir Timoti Kāretu, who has seen the ups and downs of te reo Māori, is one of many guests of honour at Toitū te Reo, a two-day Māori language symposium.
NZ workers more likely to die than in Australia or UK, new research shows
New Zealand workers are more likely to die than in Australia or the United Kingdom, new research shows.
Lower Hutt's popular Queensgate Night Market canned over health and safety concerns
After launching last month, Queensgate Night Market has been cancelled over what local MP Chris Bishop says is bureaucracy gone mad.
12 steps to fix KiwiSaver and NZ Super
Big changes to the retirement scheme have been recommended by the Retirement Commissioner.
Schools across Aotearoa reaffirm commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi after changes to Education Act
From Whakatāne to Tāmaki Makaurau to Ōtautahi and Invercargill, school boards have issued public statements reaffirming their obligations to honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Porn-addicted law firm boss facing tribunal for viewing explicit content at work
The man, whose name is suppressed, admits his behaviour was "egregious" after multiple employees complained.
Report shines light on Southeast Asia views of New Zealand
New Zealand praised for economic and security priorities but warned it could pull its socks up on political and governance ideals.
Suite of banking competition changes adopted by government
The government has accepted most of the recommendations out of a banking inquiry to improve competition in the sector.
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers pulled over for speeding at 112km/h
Richard Chambers says he was "away with the fairies" when he was pulled over speeding last week.
Xero boosts profit, predicts future growth
Accounting software company Xero has had a significant increase in profit on the back of increased users and revenue.
Two blasts a day apart in India and Pakistan's capitals fray regional nerves in an already tense year
The political shockwave caused by the blasts are a stark reminder of the lingering security issues that fester below the surface throughout the region.
Schools, early learning centres urged to stop using asbestos-contaminated sand
The Ministry of Education says at this stage it doesn't know how many schools and early learning centres might have been using the abestos-contaminated coloured play sand.
Former financial advisor David McEwen pleads guilty to criminal charges
The Financial Markets Authority issued a stop order against David McEwen in 2023 and charges were filed against him in December 2024 for breaching it.
How 'dark patterns' are ruining online shopping
Tactics like countdown timers and messages showing items fast running out stock when buying things online are being labelled insidious.
She's won Lotto, so where is her money?
Helen Button said the delay in collecting her winnings took the joy out of winning.
Infratil posts $2 billion first-half revenue
It reported a strong first half net profit with revenue up more than a third.
Call for kids' KiwiSaver to counter NZ's weak savings record
It would be an effective way to counter the country's weak savings record, a researcher says.
A seismic shift in computing is on the horizon (and it's not AI)
Quantum computing isn't just upgrading existing computers. It's a separate approach to computing that relies on the principles of quantum physics.
Jevon McSkimming accuser faces charges of harassing another police officer
The woman who accused the disgraced top cop of sexual offending has received an apology, but is still facing charges.
Climate change minister defends weakened methane emissions target ahead of COP30
Simon Watts says he is prepared for questions about New Zealand's lowered target when he heads to the annual UN global climate summit in Brazil.
McDonald's worries about losing low-income customers: Is price the reason why?
The fast food giant is worried about losing low-income customers: Is price the reason why?
Open, agreeable New Zealanders less likely to be employed, study shows
Being extroverted or emotionally stable doesn't help with employability as much in this country as it does in most others.
Revealed: The key figures in the IPCA report which found serious misconduct at the highest levels
RNZ can now reveal the identities of some of the police officers in the IPCA report which found serious misconduct at the highest levels.
Lotto jackpot: What to do if you find yourself $55 million richer on Saturday
You might have a wishlist, but one financial adviser who has previously advised Lotto winners says there are a few things you should know.
'Most deteriorated' - NZ plummets in global tobacco control ranking
An anti-vaping group calls the ranking an "international disgrace".
Trump's pardons aren't just political; more importantly, they're transactional
Analysis: So much of the coverage of US President Donald Trump's pardons is focused on how political they are.
Our Changing World: Resurrecting Wellington’s Flowers of the Underworld
They were thought extinct in the region for 100 years, now the race is on to save a rare parasitic plant in the capital.
Nine rangatahi Māori depart for the Brazillian Amazon for COP30
Te Kāhu Pokere will be sharing stories and solutions to the climate crisis with indigenous peoples at COP30.
Smoke warning as Tongariro fire grows
Bush-fire smoke is particularly risky for children, older people and those with pre-existing respiratory conditions.
Te Pāti Māori purge fails to end the party war
Analysis - As the Iwi Chairs Forum fought fruitlessly to keep Te Pāti Māori together last week, spokesperson Bayden Barber offered a warning: a split tōtara is only good for the fire.
Weather: Warm start to the week, but more rain expected after Wednesday
Some parts of the country were expected to crack the 30°C today, but there are rain clouds on the horizon.
New Zealand Trotting Cup - all you need to know
The World Drivers Championship will be decided at the NZ Trotting Cup meeting on Tuesday.
Doctor to apologise to woman's family after missed bowel cancer diagnosis
The woman, who has since died, lost 6kg in four weeks but wasn't referred for further tests.
Large-format retail property next to Sylvia Park to be sold
Sylvia Park Lifestyle covers 16,500 square metres and houses major retailers such as Animates and Spotlight.
Greyhound racing industry withdraws judicial review of ban
The Greyhound Racing Association has withdrawn its application for judicial review of the government's legislation banning the sport.
Former ACT Party president Tim Jago pleads not guilty to indecent assault
Tim Jago was charged last month relating to an allegation from 1995.
Parts of Tongariro National Park reduced to ash in huge blaze, Lodge owner says
The owner of Tongariro Crossing Lodge says the wildifre has been keeping him busy helping to fill planes with water and managing bookings.
Country's biggest property investor group evicted from Facebook
Property Investor Chat Group NZ had 73,000 members when it was suspended last week.
Senate reaches deal to extend government funding in major sign shutdown is poised to end
The deal includes a reversal of Trump's firings of federal employees and provisions to prevent such actions in the future, a source says.
Pricier properties drive drop in values in Manawatū
Property values in Manawatū District have dropped sharply since the last ratings valuation three years ago.
State Highway 2 to be raised 1.8 metres as flood project gets under way
It is part of a $22 million flood protection project for the cyclone-hit community of Whirinaki.
What happens next for Te Pāti Māori and expelled MPs Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, Tākuta Ferris
The call to throw out Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris leaves the party and its leaders with a new problem.
Mistaken for a secretary: Life as a lone female councillor
The only female elected member at a southern council admits you sometimes have to put on "armour" for the job.
Live: Black Caps v West Indies - fourth T20
Follow all the action from Saxton Oval in Nelson.
New series Journey of Scent dives into the world of perfumery through a Māori lens
The kaupapa follows scent artist Nathan Taare and perfume enthusiast Whitney Steel as they create bespoke fragrances inspired by the lives of well-known Aotearoa creatives.
Global gold for Hastings water project
There's gold in the water in Hastings, or at least in the way they're helping people learn about it.
Is AI really coming for our jobs and wages? Past predictions of a ‘robot apocalypse’ offer some clues
While robots might affect wages in specific industries and countries, there is little evidence automation is consistently driving wages up or down.
UK and Germany have accused Russia of threatening their satellites. Here's what that means
The countries have highlighted frequent instances of Russia stalking, jamming and interfering with their satellites in space.
Nectar at highest concentrations on native trees along NZ's dry east coast - study
Over two years, researchers measured nectar from more than 4200 flowers off eight native trees in a number of regions nationwide.
Americans face food cuts and flight delays in record US government shutdown
Maria Garcia is one of the 1.4 million US government employees going without pay.
ANZ posts record $2.53 billion profit
The country's biggest bank has reported a record full-year profit.
F1: Liam Lawson survives clash with team-mate to grab valuable points
Liam Lawson showed some racing maturity and survived a clash with his team-mate to pick up valuable points at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix in Brazil.
Medsafe to start testing Estradot oestrogen patches
A number of women have reported problems with the oestrogen patches not adhering or working properly.
Unlucky All Blacks wing Caleb Clarke to miss England test
Caleb Clarke's frustrating run of injuries has continued.
Vital Healthcare takes management in-house
A $220 million capital raising will fund the change and position the property trust for near-term development projects.
Te Pāti Māori expels Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi
'Rogue' MPs Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi have called their immediate expulsion from the party unconstitutional.
Internal Affairs tells gambling website 20Bet to stop targeting New Zealanders
The Department of Internal Affairs has given notice to gambling website 20Bet to stop advertising in New Zealand. The offshore gambling website is registered in Cyprus but has been targeting...
National to mull asset sales as part of next election, Christopher Luxon says
But the prime minister has ruled out asset sales this term.
Employers forking out more for employees in 'talent-short' market
Top shelf employees are expected to cost employers much more to retain and recruit as the economy recovers.
Why the Pacific Championship final should be a look into rugby league's future
Analysis - If you could bottle what happened at Parramatta Stadium during the Kiwis' 36-14 victory, you would be as rich as whoever is flogging Samoan flags.
【实时更新】汤加里罗火灾蔓延至2500公顷范围
周边居民、旅店以及徒步者等民众已经被疏散，但火情仍未得到控制。
“不冒风险就是最大的风险”：亚裔投资人呼吁更多有理想的创业者实现自我价值
虽然纽航的新任CEO声称自己有亚洲血统，但要找到其他在投资金融领域处于领先地位的亚洲面孔，还需要将目光投向更广阔的领域。
F1: Liam Lawson holds on for 7th place finish in Sao Paulo Grand Prix
McLaren's Lando Norris won the race to stretch his lead to 24 points.
BBC boss Tim Davie resigns following criticism over Trump documentary edit
The broadcaster's director general and news chief have both quit after criticism of a documentary.
Papamoa residents call chip seal resurfacing 'road vandalism'
Locals say they want their roads left as they are and say the council's plan is "bloody minded road vandalism".
Live: Out of control Tongariro National Park fire spreads to 2500 hectares
Fire crews have days of work ahead of them, with highways expected to stay shut, and some residents allowed back home.
Live: Tongariro National Park wildfire spreads to nearly 3000 hectares
The owner of a lodge near Tongariro National Park says areas of the land have been reduced to just ash.
Second typhoon in a week slams into the Philippines
Nearly 1 million residents have fled the looming destructive winds and life-threatening storm surges.
Education Review Office says 'stronger consequences' needed for struggling schools
In its annual report the Education Review Office criticised the lack of support for under-performing schools and called for "stronger consequences" for those that did not demonstrate progress.
How a rural bootcamp is boosting mental health
"When we first started, they were quite awkward. Some of these fellas, they wouldn't even shake your hands, but now a hug is a normal thing."
COP30: NZ must commit to buying offshore credits to meet Paris target, climate experts say
Ahead of this year's COP climate summit, experts say New Zealand risks has no credible plan to honour its Paris Agreement promises.
Which banks most often have the lowest interest rates?
Data shows which banks consistently offer the lowest advertised home loan rates.
Nark told he'd be 'well looked after' in exchange for prison beating evidence, records show
"You don't say, 'hey, look, if you give the evidence, you're going to be released at the earliest opportunity'. That's fairytale stuff," says one former detective.
Locals fear 'truly devastating' Tongariro National Park fire
A wall of smoke from the Tongariro National Park fire is providing a worrying vista for a village.
Staff member injured at Youth Justice residence in Auckland
A staff member has been injured at a Youth Justice facility this evening.
Winds, rain lash Philippines as super typhoon nears
A typhoon in the Philippines which has killed at least 204 people and left 109 missing, is set to reach super typhoon status
Former boxing champion Sean Sullivan reprimanded for false repossession bid
Once ranked the No.7 welterweight in the world, Sean Sullivan fell from grace, when he was sent to prison for ripping off Housing New Zealand.
Disgraced former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming's medals to be revoked
The police commissioner has begun a process to revoke medals awarded to disgraced Jevon McSkimming.
Could NZ plug into Australian 'drone wall' to keep China at bay?
Dr Malcolm Davis outlines a multi-layer drone defence - from long-range 'Ghost Bats' to cheap interceptors - that New Zealand could plug into.
New Zealand 'reluctantly' extends pause in Cook Islands funding
"The Cook Islands government breached New Zealand's trust through a series of actions that are well known."
Australian boy Nayte Scott diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
When Skye Scott took her son to a paediatrician, she never imagined he would be diagnosed with the life-changing Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Police car crashes on way to earlier crash in Upper Hutt
Two crashes - including one involving a police car on its way to the earlier smash - closed SH2 River Road in Upper Hutt for hours today.
Tornado kills six, injures 750, as it wrecks southern Brazil town
The storm lasted only minutes, but hit with ferocious winds swirling at up to 250 km/h.
One new case with no links may indicate undetected measles
One new measles case has been found in Nelson, bringing the total of confirmed cases to 18.
Live: NZ Kiwis v Toa Samoa - Pacific Championships final
Trailling 14-6 at halftime, the NZ side kept their rivals scoreless after the break, running in five tries.
Close call? What the world thinks of All Blacks win
With a late push, New Zealand took a 25-17 win over Scotland in Edinburgh.
Millions of dollars allocated to tackle increased methamphetamine use
The government has announced a plan to strengthen border security and increase addiction services to combat the issue.
Live: Kiwi Ferns v Australia Jillaroos - 2025 Women's Pacific Championships Final
The Aussie women took back-to-back Pacific Championship crowns against their trans-Tasman rivals.
The future of rugby league in Australia, NZ and the Pacific is here - and it's brown
Analysis: The jerseys may be red or blue, green and gold, or black and white - but the game's future is decidedly brown.
Live: Black Caps v West Indies - third T20
For the second time in four days, the towering pace bowler held his nerve in the final over for T20 victory.
Education groups oppose minister's Teaching Council shake-up
Ten education sector organisations are speaking out together against government changes.
Ōtorohanga woman Sally-Kae French jailed for years-long vendetta against former friend
While the victim, nine years on, has been left wondering what he did wrong.
Live rugby: South Africa v France at Stade de France
Follow all the rugby action from Stade de France.
English supporters take aim at coach after Australia dominate in Ashes series whitewash
Australia took the win with a convincing victory over England in the rugby league Ashes series.
All Blacks' fantastic finish can't hide some serious yellow fever
The big talking point should be the three yellow cards, which shattered a very good trend for the All Blacks, writes Jamie Wall.
Russian forces are poised to finally capture Pokrovsk, a symbolically important victory with a heavy cost
The battle for the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk is no longer a fight for a strategically important logistics hub, but a symbolic battle.
New car park to relieve congestion at entrance to Te Papakura o Taranaki
Construction of a new car park at the popular Egmont Road entrance to Te Papakura o Taranaki will begin next week.
Firefighters return to out-of-control wildfire in Tongariro National Park
A total 43 hikers and a warden have been airlifted out of the national park, and a nearby highway remains closed.
Pacific Championship rugby league: What you need to know about NZ Kiwis v Toa Samoa men's final
The two rivals met three weeks ago, when the NZ side escaped with a narrow victory.
Rubbish dumped, set alight on Canterbury beach
A Rakaia fisherman's video of a man burning trash on the beach went viral online, triggering a $400 council fine.
Disputes Tribunal orders dad to pay $6500 in school fees after he ignored payment requests for five years
Now, the school has taken the man to the Disputes Tribunal.
All Blacks scrape past Scotland in Edinburgh
A late Damian McKenzie try has saved the All Blacks' unbeaten record against Scotland.
Two US cargo carriers ground all MD-11 aircraft after deadly Louisville crash
Potential disruptions could have far-reaching consequences as FedEx and UPS are the workhorses for transferring goods around the world for major retailers like Amazon.com, as well as manufacturers...
Inside debate over glass elevator Bali is building on 'world's most beautiful beach'
Locals, conservationists and tourists are at odds over a 182m glass lift built into Bali's famous Kelingking Beach cliffs.
Large fire in Tongariro National Park, call to avoid area
The blaze has reached 400 hectares, and is uncontrolled and spreading, as firefighters have had to retire for the night. People are advised to avoid the area.
Foodie delight under mountain signals new lease of life
A foodie haven serving flat whites in a rustic railway station flanked by Mt Ruapehu hopes it is part of a pick-up for an economically hit region.
Cirque du Soleil performer stretchered off stage after fall
The acrobat stunned the audience, plunging 2-3 metres to the ground, while performing a bar routine.
Can you really talk to the dead using AI? We tried out 'deathbots' so you don't have to
'Deathbots' are AI systems designed to simulate voices, speech patterns and personalities of the deceased.
Empty Rotorua council-owned pensioner units spark concern
Dozens of council pensioner homes lie empty as residents grow uneasy.
English exam asks students to write about long-haired boy being bullied, forced to drop pants
A student and teacher told RNZ the text, which appeared in the NCEA level 2 exam, made them feel very uncomfortable.
Am I paying too much in tax on foreign investments? - Ask Susan
RNZ money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions.
Are hard hats a work perk?
IRD has released an update on when fringe benefit tax exemptions apply to employee benefits provided for health and safety reasons.
Wall street tumbles on concerns over AI stocks, economy
Executives warns a market correction could be on the way.
Country Life: Jemma Ostenfeld, a heritage seed collector with an eye on the future
There's a story to many of the heritage seedlings which Jemma Ostenfeld grows on a patch of borrowed land in the eastern Bay of Plenty.
Country Life: A Kiwi's life in the world's largest dairy farms
Berwick Settle has worked on some of the biggest dairy farms in the world, where cows never go outside the barn and must take regular showers to stay cool and keep the milk flowing.
Education Minister Erica Stanford marks ministry 7/10, doubling previous rating
Erica Stanford rated the ministry 7/10 for its oversight of the education system, up from 3/10 the previous year.
'It's just a misunderstanding' - How the war in Gaza is crushing Jordan's tourism economy
The Detail's Sharon Brettkelly visits Jordan, where the tourism industry propping up the country's economy has been all but decimated by the war in neighbouring Israel.
Callaghan Innovation redundancies cost taxpayers more than $10m - report
More than 200 roles have been lost since November 2023 through the closure of the crown-owned science and innovation entity.
Lee Tamahori 'will be missed' but 'will definitely be remembered'
Actor Te Kohe Tuhaka has paid tribute to late filmmaker and mentor Lee Tamahori, describing him as a trailblazer for Māori in cinema.
Trailblazers and hard workers recognised at Māori Language Awards
A quiet trailblazer, a beloved kōhanga reo nanny and the translators behind the bilingual Olympic sporting glossary are among those recognised at Ngā Tohu Reo Māori 2025.
Sealord confirms 48 jobs to go as parts of Nelson operations become seasonal
The region has been rocked by job cuts in recent months.
Treasury warns Crown's strong balance sheet likely to decline if policy unchanged
Its 2025 Investment Statement found liabilities were forecast to rise 33 percent by 2029 to $504 billion, as the debt grows to fund investment spending and operating deficits.
Winner of national primary schools kapa haka competition Te Mana Kuratahi named
The winning group bested 62 other kapa haka from 17 regions.
Hipkins calls for more robust vetting after it failed to identify McSkimming's behaviour
The Labour leader says it is "unacceptable" that former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming's behaviour was not picked up in vetting for the role.
Former Te Pāti Māori staffer Eru Kapa-Kingi doubles down on leadership shortcomings
Eru Kapa-Kingi insists party president John Tamihere is not the man to lead them to the promised land.
Briscoe Group confident, despite drop in third-quarter sporting sales
The retailer still believes it is on track for its profit forecast of $60m for the year.
Independent supermarket Plenty Foods hopes to challenge duopoly in Upper Hutt
A last-minute database crash couldn't stall the opening of Plenty Foods in Brewtown.
New Zealand’s fastest-growing language celebrated with flair
Punjabi communities nationwide mark the country's sixth Punjabi Language Week with vibrant cultural performances.
Farmers urged to install crush or rollover protection after quad bike death
Farm vehicle incidents are one of the top two causes of workplace deaths in New Zealand.
因多起工作人员受伤事件，纽航叫停部分国内航班的大型宠物托运服务
有关负责人表示，旅客的大型宠物仍然可以托运，但需要请专门的宠物承运公司处理。
Auckland BioSciences expands animal blood operation to Uruguay
Animal-derived serum and plasma from mostly cattle and pig carcasses is used in medical and life science research, including for veterinary vaccines.
Shareholders grill Spark over lacklustre run
The past two years have been "incredibly challenging" for the telco, its chief executive says.
Indian community wraps up month-long Diwali festivities
Tens of thousands celebrate one of the biggest multicultural events on New Zealand's calendar with a seemingly endless procession of dance, music and culinary delights.
Six-storey housing developments set to be allowed on 44 Napier streets
The city is opening the door to six-storey terraced housing and apartment-style living - upsetting some locals.
Government boosts film subsidies to stay a 'serious contender'
The finance minister says New Zealand is at risk of missing out on film productions as international competition intensifies.
The most expensive honey in the world has a 'Taranaki tang'
A New Zealand company has created what's believed to be the world's most expensive honey. The Eternal Gold collection by Taranaki-based Naki Honey was inspired by archaeologists' discovery of...
Leaders chosen for Auckland local boards
Local boards across Auckland have officially begun their new term, after completing inaugurations and electing chairpersons and deputy chairs for the next three years.
Pharmac wants to trim its controversial medicines waiting list - no list at all might be better
Pharmac currently has 123 medicines on the Options for Investment list - but is there a better way?
New weight restrictions for larger pets taking domestic Air New Zealand flights
The changes have been made due to a growing list of injuries to staff while trying to load large crates into smaller aircraft holds.
夏天到了，请收藏这份居家露台保养指南
户外露台在经过一两个冬天的风吹雨打后可能会变得潮湿发霉，现在是时候保养它了。
Meet the Asian investors fuelling New Zealand startups
While Air New Zealand's new CEO may claim Asian heritage, one must cast the net a little wider to find other Asian faces at the forefront of investment finance.
Yellow-legged hornet: The invader putting a multi-billion dollar industry at risk
This nasty pest can be destroyed, but it will take government resources and extreme vigilance from the public to do it.
Why is Augustine being sold at The Outlet?
Over the past decade, the company has become one of New Zealand Facebook's favourite fashion brands, known for its bright, floral and sparkly pieces.
$50 an hour, 12% superannuation: Australian recruiters target jobseekers
Ged Cann started thinking about going overseas out of fears he would not be able to build the kind of life he wanted in New Zealand.
Sharemarket concern: 'If it keeps building and building, it'll blow'
Despite warnings of a potential crash due to inflated AI stock prices, markets continue to hit records.
Far North business leaders unimpressed at second power outage
Power went out for more than 23,000 homes and businesses yesterday, a week after the lines company promised the supply was reliable.
The skills employers are looking for
The most in demand work-place skills are communication, relationship-building and team leadership, a new analysis suggests.
Anatomy of a downfall: How Jevon McSkimming's 29-year police career came to a shocking end
The country's second-highest ranking police officer oversaw road policing and operational services - he was also secretly watching child sexual exploitation and bestiality.
Finaccess Restauración takeover of Restaurant Brands all but assured
Finaccess Restauración made the bid of $5.05 a share in late September.
Gentailers' Huntly coal mountain given the go ahead
The Commerce Commission has authorised Genesis, Contact, Meridian and Mercury to set up a coal stockpile at Huntly Power Station.
Global rating agency gives New Zealand triple-A rating
It said the rating was justified by New Zealand's fundamental strengths of prudent fiscal and monetary policymaking.
Tears and fears: Inside the uneasy truce between Dame Noeline Taurua and Netball NZ
After 51 bruising days, Dame Noeline Taurua was reinstated as Silver Ferns coach. But the uneasy truce with Netball NZ is already under strain amid renewed legal tensions and mistrust.
政府有意设置禁令，禁止在奥克兰市中心露宿街头
反对党及相关机构认为此举无法解决实质问题，各有关部长未给出进一步细节。
Auckland investor Franco Belgiorno-Nettis accused of market manipulation
Franco Belgiorno-Nettis is being taken to court by the Financial Markets Authority .
The 2025 election crystallises the Republican Party's post-Trump problem
As it was becoming clear that election day was a very bad one for Donald Trump's Republican Party, the president weighed in with his own electoral analysis.
Michelin reviewers to rate New Zealand restaurants for first time
They will dine at restaurants in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown for a New Zealand edition of the famous food guide.
'People learning to manipulate the system': Call for KiwiSaver hardship withdrawal changes
There's concern withdrawals are being made for the wrong reasons, like "botox and lip fillers".
If the Trump wall is about to crumble, here’s where it will show first
Analysis: No one wants to cross the commander in chief. But voters now get a chance to have their say.
Why Kelston Boys could be turned into a charter school without the school’s approval
Explainer - Can a school be 'taken over' by a charter school conversion? Here's what you need to know.
How would a move to criminalise pornographic deepfakes in New Zealand work?
Explainer - They have been described as a sadistic and degrading weapon - yet in New Zealand, nude deepfakes are not explicitly a crime.
Our Changing World: The gold clam is here, and multiplying
One small clam spreading in the Waikato River may change the entire ecosystem. How? Sheer numbers.
Tonnes of pest fish taken out in bow hunting competition
Koi Carp are hard to eradicate, but more than four tonnes were removed from Waikato waterways in the latest hunting competition.
Is wild spring weather the new normal?
Explainer - Weather forecasters say the last couple weeks haven't been normal, "even by spring's standards". But why?
Our Changing World: SAR4SaR - The folding, floating search and rescue device
It's foldable, floats, and can be detected by satellites - and it's being developed by local researchers who started with origami prototypes.
Te Karere Māori news bulletin has funding slashed
Funding for the long-standing Māori news bulletin Te Karere has been slashed, while current affairs programme The Hui has had their funding cut completely. The announcement comes from Māori media...
'Brazen industry capture' alleged in pig welfare rule changes
NZ Pork says it didn't get everything it wanted, but the SPCA says they got 'exactly what they wanted'.
Silver Ferns coaching drama: Govt agency’s hand in key details revealed
High Performance Sport has been deeply involved in key aspects of the Silver Ferns coaching drama - even as Dame Noeline Taurua sits on its board.
Measles in New Zealand: What you need to know about the deadly virus
Explainer: Measles cases may be spreading in the community. Here’s what you need to know about the deadly disease.
Govt's independent animal welfare experts disagreed with pig welfare reforms
The associate agriculture minister announced the rewrite, which undoes a ban on farrowing crates, despite concerns raised by the National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee.
FBI director gifted NZ police and intelligence chiefs 3D-printed guns
The Police Commissioner was one of three people to receive a gift from Kash Patel in July.
Engineered stone ban: 'People just tend to think there's no problem'
Employers, unions and health and safety advocates are calling for engineered stone to be banned.
Government consults on engineered stone benchtop ban
Australia banned its use and manufacture in July.
Richard Wolfe on how New Zealanders became known as 'Kiwis'
How did residents of Aotearoa New Zealand come to be called by the name of a flightless brown bird?
Turning Palmerston North into the 'capital of drag' in Aotearoa
Provincial cities are not normally thought of as hotbeds of drag culture, but Palmerston North is changing that.
X-plainer: Who are Generation X?
You're probably familiar with Boomers and Millennials, but what about the generation in the middle?
Government eases 'too stringent' Clean Car Standard rules
But a clean car lobby group says weakening standards will only lead to people being locked into higher petrol and diesel bills for decades to come.