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BNZ buyback proposal 'fantasy land stuff' - Bishop

BNZ buyback proposal 'fantasy land stuff' - Bishop

The policy, announced by Peters on Sunday, would see New Zealand buy the bank from National Australia Bank, merging it with Kiwibank to create a new entity – to be known as "National Bank of New Zealand".

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Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

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Wynter Horrell.

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Auckland courier driver Tuipulotu Vi was shot and killed in 2024.

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How a US hitman allegedly murdered an Auckland grandfather

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To see how the technology works in practice, I gave it a test run — interviewing for a fictional reporter role at TVNZ through an AI recruitment assistant.

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Signage at Mt Eden prison

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Union says Auckland prison arrests 'largest operation' of its kind

Nine staff from the Mt Eden Corrections Facility had been taken into custody on Wednesday, while Serco said five reintegration officers were arrested at the Kohuora Auckland South Corrections Facility.

7:37am

4:42

Auckland courier driver Tuipulotu Vi was shot and killed in 2024.

Crime and Justice

How a US hitman allegedly murdered an Auckland grandfather

Tuipolutu Vi was driving to work at his usual time when he was approached at an intersection in Auckland's Pakuranga Heights in August 2024.

7:47am

1:30

To see how the technology works in practice, I gave it a test run — interviewing for a fictional reporter role at TVNZ through an AI recruitment assistant.

AI is interviewing thousands of Kiwi job seekers — so I gave it a try

Artificial intelligence is increasingly reshaping how New Zealanders get hired — with one company alone conducting more than 2500 AI-led interviews last month.

6:37am

2:31

Signage at Mt Eden prison

Crime and Justice

Union says Auckland prison arrests 'largest operation' of its kind

Nine staff from the Mt Eden Corrections Facility had been taken into custody on Wednesday, while Serco said five reintegration officers were arrested at the Kohuora Auckland South Corrections Facility.

7:37am

4:42

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BNZ buyback proposal 'fantasy land stuff' - Bishop

BNZ buyback proposal 'fantasy land stuff' - Bishop

The policy, announced by Peters on Sunday, would see New Zealand buy the bank from National Australia Bank, merging it with Kiwibank to create a new entity – to be known as "National Bank of New Zealand".

41 mins ago

10:14

Britain's King Charles III.

UK radio station apologises for mistakenly announcing King Charles' death

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9:14am

1:30

Police (file image)

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Boy forced from car as alleged thief steals SUV outside supermarket

Police said the man yelled at the child to get out before driving away in the vehicle - he was later found with knife and imitation firearm.

8:16am

1:30

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Israeli minister condemned for taunting detained Gaza flotilla activists

"We have instructed MFAT to call in the Israeli Ambassador today to directly pass on our grave concerns," Winston Peters said.

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Oil tankers sit at anchor offshore in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Saturday, May 2, 2026.

US boards Iranian-flagged tanker suspected of trying to breach blockade

US Central Command said on social media that the M/T Celestial Sea was searched and redirected after being suspected of trying to head to an Iranian port.

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A woman cries as Red Cross workers carry the coffin of a person who died of Ebola from a health center in Rwampara, Congo.

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The World Health Organization said a vaccine to address the Bundibugyo virus would not be available for at least six to nine months.

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A pedestrian is in critical condition following a collision with a van.

Pedestrian in critical condition after a collision involving van

The Whangaparāoa man was transported to Auckland City Hospital last night.

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Chris Bishop (file image).

Public in dark on cost of huge Northland road as Govt nears deal

The Transport Ministry and NZTA have refused requests for both figures, citing the need to protect the Crown's public-private partnership negotiating position.

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Auckland courier driver Tuipulotu Vi was shot and killed in 2024.

Crime and Justice

How a US hitman allegedly murdered an Auckland grandfather

Tuipolutu Vi was driving to work at his usual time when he was approached at an intersection in Auckland's Pakuranga Heights in August 2024.

7:47am

1:30

To see how the technology works in practice, I gave it a test run — interviewing for a fictional reporter role at TVNZ through an AI recruitment assistant.

AI is interviewing thousands of Kiwi job seekers — so I gave it a try

Artificial intelligence is increasingly reshaping how New Zealanders get hired — with one company alone conducting more than 2500 AI-led interviews last month.

6:37am

2:31

A pedestrian is in critical condition following a collision with a van.

Pedestrian in critical condition after a collision involving van

The Whangaparāoa man was transported to Auckland City Hospital last night.

7:39am

1:30

Chris Bishop (file image).

Public in dark on cost of huge Northland road as Govt nears deal

The Transport Ministry and NZTA have refused requests for both figures, citing the need to protect the Crown's public-private partnership negotiating position.

2:02

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Signage at Mt Eden prison

Crime and Justice

Union says Auckland prison arrests 'largest operation' of its kind

Nine staff from the Mt Eden Corrections Facility had been taken into custody on Wednesday, while Serco said five reintegration officers were arrested at the Kohuora Auckland South Corrections Facility.

7:37am

4:42

BNZ buyback proposal 'fantasy land stuff' - Bishop

BNZ buyback proposal 'fantasy land stuff' - Bishop

The policy, announced by Peters on Sunday, would see New Zealand buy the bank from National Australia Bank, merging it with Kiwibank to create a new entity – to be known as "National Bank of New Zealand".

41 mins ago

10:14

Britain's King Charles III.

UK radio station apologises for mistakenly announcing King Charles' death

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9:14am

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Police (file image)

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Boy forced from car as alleged thief steals SUV outside supermarket

Police said the man yelled at the child to get out before driving away in the vehicle - he was later found with knife and imitation firearm.

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Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Israeli minister condemned for taunting detained Gaza flotilla activists

"We have instructed MFAT to call in the Israeli Ambassador today to directly pass on our grave concerns," Winston Peters said.

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Oil tankers sit at anchor offshore in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Saturday, May 2, 2026.

US boards Iranian-flagged tanker suspected of trying to breach blockade

US Central Command said on social media that the M/T Celestial Sea was searched and redirected after being suspected of trying to head to an Iranian port.

7:10am

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BNZ buyback proposal 'fantasy land stuff' - Bishop

BNZ buyback proposal 'fantasy land stuff' - Bishop

The policy, announced by Peters on Sunday, would see New Zealand buy the bank from National Australia Bank, merging it with Kiwibank to create a new entity – to be known as "National Bank of New Zealand".

41 mins ago

10:14

Britain's King Charles III.

UK radio station apologises for mistakenly announcing King Charles' death

The erroneous announcement was made on Tuesday afternoon due to a computer error at Radio Caroline's main studio in Essex, northeast of London.

9:14am

1:30

Police (file image)

Crime and Justice

Boy forced from car as alleged thief steals SUV outside supermarket

Police said the man yelled at the child to get out before driving away in the vehicle - he was later found with knife and imitation firearm.

8:16am

1:30

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

Israeli minister condemned for taunting detained Gaza flotilla activists

"We have instructed MFAT to call in the Israeli Ambassador today to directly pass on our grave concerns," Winston Peters said.

9:38am

0:23

Oil tankers sit at anchor offshore in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Saturday, May 2, 2026.

US boards Iranian-flagged tanker suspected of trying to breach blockade

US Central Command said on social media that the M/T Celestial Sea was searched and redirected after being suspected of trying to head to an Iranian port.

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A woman cries as Red Cross workers carry the coffin of a person who died of Ebola from a health center in Rwampara, Congo.

Ebola fears surge on the ground in Congo over rapid spread of rare type

The World Health Organization said a vaccine to address the Bundibugyo virus would not be available for at least six to nine months.

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'Sacrificed his life': San Diego mosque security guard hailed a hero

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanch announces charges against former Cuban President Raul Castro in 1996 aircraft shootdown, May 20, 2026.

US charges former Cuban leader Raúl Castro for 1996 aircraft shootdown

Raúl Castro was Cuba's Defence Minister at the time two planes operated by the exile group Brothers to the Rescue were shot down.

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Paul Murray, aged 40, owned an opal-mining claim about 8km north-west of Lightning Ridge and lived in a camp at the site.

Million-dollar reward over NSW opal miner's 'gruesome' death

Paul Murray was last seen alive by a neighbour on the outskirts of Lightning Ridge in northwestern NSW on March 19, 1995.

New South Wales Police (file image).

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The couple posted new images from their 2018 wedding, including dancing and heartfelt reception moments.

Harry and Meghan share unseen wedding photos for anniversary

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Business

Fuimaono Peterson.

'I dread shopping': Weekly groceries an ordeal for solo mum as prices rise

Fuimaono Peterson says grocery shopping has become the most stressful time in her week.

6:00am

Heavy vehicle rules loosened as Govt prepares for fuel crunch

Heavy vehicle rules loosened as Govt prepares for fuel crunch

The country's fuel stocks are expected to dip in the coming weeks as importers work through a wave of large shipments that arrived in late April.

The new rewards and benefits scheme would be rolled out at Pak'n'Save, New World and Four Square from June 15.

Sign-up delays emerge ahead of Foodstuffs loyalty scheme launch

Shoppers have reported verification issues as Foodstuffs cited high demand and works to fix system ahead of its June rollout.

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Interest rates and inflation are rising.

Housing confidence takes a tumble as interest rates, inflation rise

The largest fall in house price expectations was in Auckland, with the number expecting a price increase more than halving to a net 14%.

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Drumpeel Farms co-owner Hugh Ritchie.

Hawke’s Bay growers explore options to save McCain processing plant

McCain has announced closing the Hastings operation but local farmers believe something can be salvaged.

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Drumpeel Farms co-owner Hugh Ritchie.

Hawke’s Bay growers explore options to save McCain processing plant

McCain has announced closing the Hastings operation but local farmers believe something can be salvaged.

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Fuimaono Peterson.

'I dread shopping': Weekly groceries an ordeal for solo mum as prices rise

Fuimaono Peterson says grocery shopping has become the most stressful time in her week.

6:00am

Heavy vehicle rules loosened as Govt prepares for fuel crunch

Heavy vehicle rules loosened as Govt prepares for fuel crunch

The country's fuel stocks are expected to dip in the coming weeks as importers work through a wave of large shipments that arrived in late April.

Drumpeel Farms co-owner Hugh Ritchie.

Hawke’s Bay growers explore options to save McCain processing plant

McCain has announced closing the Hastings operation but local farmers believe something can be salvaged.

6:00am

2:44

The new rewards and benefits scheme would be rolled out at Pak'n'Save, New World and Four Square from June 15.

Sign-up delays emerge ahead of Foodstuffs loyalty scheme launch

Shoppers have reported verification issues as Foodstuffs cited high demand and works to fix system ahead of its June rollout.

1:29

Interest rates and inflation are rising.

Housing confidence takes a tumble as interest rates, inflation rise

The largest fall in house price expectations was in Auckland, with the number expecting a price increase more than halving to a net 14%.

1:29

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Drumpeel Farms co-owner Hugh Ritchie.

Hawke’s Bay growers explore options to save McCain processing plant

McCain has announced closing the Hastings operation but local farmers believe something can be salvaged.

6:00am

2:44

Fuimaono Peterson.

'I dread shopping': Weekly groceries an ordeal for solo mum as prices rise

Fuimaono Peterson says grocery shopping has become the most stressful time in her week.

6:00am

Heavy vehicle rules loosened as Govt prepares for fuel crunch

Heavy vehicle rules loosened as Govt prepares for fuel crunch

The country's fuel stocks are expected to dip in the coming weeks as importers work through a wave of large shipments that arrived in late April.

The new rewards and benefits scheme would be rolled out at Pak'n'Save, New World and Four Square from June 15.

Sign-up delays emerge ahead of Foodstuffs loyalty scheme launch

Shoppers have reported verification issues as Foodstuffs cited high demand and works to fix system ahead of its June rollout.

1:29

Interest rates and inflation are rising.

Housing confidence takes a tumble as interest rates, inflation rise

The largest fall in house price expectations was in Auckland, with the number expecting a price increase more than halving to a net 14%.

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Politics

ACT leader David Seymour.

Ministry uncovers 267 different regulators, Seymour urges consolidation

The Regulation Minister said the analysis shows a "twisted spaghetti of regulators who don't just cost money to fund, but suck up people's time".

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

The Public Service Commission sent the new logo to all ministries and departments this week, telling them to update their websites by the end of June.

A senior public servant was replaced as acting chief executive of a government organisation following revelations she used cocaine once "a number of years" prior to starting in the public service.

Anonymous tip over past cocaine use costs public servant top job

The Public Service Commission and the organisation are refusing to comment on whether it was the reason she missed out on the job.

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Finance Minister Nicola Willis. File photo.

'We can't just stay still': Willis on public sector shake-up

In a pre-Budget speech yesterday, Willis announced the core public service would be cut to around 55,000 staff by mid-2029 — down from the current 63,600 — a loss of roughly 8700 full-time roles.

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Nicola Willis said she and Winston Peters have had "extensive debates" about MFAT's ongoing funding. Photo: RNZ / Mark Papalii

Winston Peters wins again – no cuts for MFAT in new Budget

The Foreign Affairs Ministry has again been exempt from cuts, with Finance Minister Nicola Willis confirming it wouldn't be made to find savings until after the election.

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ACT leader David Seymour.

Ministry uncovers 267 different regulators, Seymour urges consolidation

The Regulation Minister said the analysis shows a "twisted spaghetti of regulators who don't just cost money to fund, but suck up people's time".

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

The Public Service Commission sent the new logo to all ministries and departments this week, telling them to update their websites by the end of June.

A senior public servant was replaced as acting chief executive of a government organisation following revelations she used cocaine once "a number of years" prior to starting in the public service.

Anonymous tip over past cocaine use costs public servant top job

The Public Service Commission and the organisation are refusing to comment on whether it was the reason she missed out on the job.

1:29

Finance Minister Nicola Willis. File photo.

'We can't just stay still': Willis on public sector shake-up

In a pre-Budget speech yesterday, Willis announced the core public service would be cut to around 55,000 staff by mid-2029 — down from the current 63,600 — a loss of roughly 8700 full-time roles.

11:34

Nicola Willis said she and Winston Peters have had "extensive debates" about MFAT's ongoing funding. Photo: RNZ / Mark Papalii

Winston Peters wins again – no cuts for MFAT in new Budget

The Foreign Affairs Ministry has again been exempt from cuts, with Finance Minister Nicola Willis confirming it wouldn't be made to find savings until after the election.

2:39

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ACT leader David Seymour.

Ministry uncovers 267 different regulators, Seymour urges consolidation

The Regulation Minister said the analysis shows a "twisted spaghetti of regulators who don't just cost money to fund, but suck up people's time".

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

The Public Service Commission sent the new logo to all ministries and departments this week, telling them to update their websites by the end of June.

Nicola Willis said she and Winston Peters have had "extensive debates" about MFAT's ongoing funding. Photo: RNZ / Mark Papalii

Winston Peters wins again – no cuts for MFAT in new Budget

The Foreign Affairs Ministry has again been exempt from cuts, with Finance Minister Nicola Willis confirming it wouldn't be made to find savings until after the election.

2:39

A senior public servant was replaced as acting chief executive of a government organisation following revelations she used cocaine once "a number of years" prior to starting in the public service.

Anonymous tip over past cocaine use costs public servant top job

The Public Service Commission and the organisation are refusing to comment on whether it was the reason she missed out on the job.

1:29

Finance Minister Nicola Willis. File photo.

'We can't just stay still': Willis on public sector shake-up

In a pre-Budget speech yesterday, Willis announced the core public service would be cut to around 55,000 staff by mid-2029 — down from the current 63,600 — a loss of roughly 8700 full-time roles.

11:34

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Nicola Willis said she and Winston Peters have had "extensive debates" about MFAT's ongoing funding. Photo: RNZ / Mark Papalii

Winston Peters wins again – no cuts for MFAT in new Budget

The Foreign Affairs Ministry has again been exempt from cuts, with Finance Minister Nicola Willis confirming it wouldn't be made to find savings until after the election.

2:39

ACT leader David Seymour.

Ministry uncovers 267 different regulators, Seymour urges consolidation

The Regulation Minister said the analysis shows a "twisted spaghetti of regulators who don't just cost money to fund, but suck up people's time".

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

The Public Service Commission sent the new logo to all ministries and departments this week, telling them to update their websites by the end of June.

A senior public servant was replaced as acting chief executive of a government organisation following revelations she used cocaine once "a number of years" prior to starting in the public service.

Anonymous tip over past cocaine use costs public servant top job

The Public Service Commission and the organisation are refusing to comment on whether it was the reason she missed out on the job.

1:29

Finance Minister Nicola Willis. File photo.

'We can't just stay still': Willis on public sector shake-up

In a pre-Budget speech yesterday, Willis announced the core public service would be cut to around 55,000 staff by mid-2029 — down from the current 63,600 — a loss of roughly 8700 full-time roles.

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Te Ao Māori

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

The Public Service Commission sent the new logo to all ministries and departments this week, telling them to update their websites by the end of June.

Labour deputy leader Kelvin Davis at the 2023 Labour Congress.

Ex-senior Labour MP joins Government education advisory group

Kelvin Davis was deputy leader of Labour for six years under both Jacinda Ardern and Chris Hipkins before being replaced following the last election.

Angitu perform at Te Matatini 2025.

Angitu crowned Tāmaki Makaurau kapa haka regional champions

Six haka groups have qualified for next year's national Te Matatini event.

Waitangi Tribunal. Composition image by Vania Chandrawidjaja.

Waitangi Tribunal: Crown in breach over education Treaty clause review

The Tribunal said the Crown's approach prejudiced Māori.

Board member of Diabetes Aotearoa, Graham King (Image: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly)

Pharmac proposes removing priority access of type 2 diabetes meds for Māori, Pasifika

A once-controversial decision to prioritise access to type 2 diabetes medication for Māori and Pacific people is showing life-saving benefits, just as Pharmac proposes removing that access.

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Board member of Diabetes Aotearoa, Graham King (Image: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly)

Pharmac proposes removing priority access of type 2 diabetes meds for Māori, Pasifika

A once-controversial decision to prioritise access to type 2 diabetes medication for Māori and Pacific people is showing life-saving benefits, just as Pharmac proposes removing that access.

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Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

The Public Service Commission sent the new logo to all ministries and departments this week, telling them to update their websites by the end of June.

Labour deputy leader Kelvin Davis at the 2023 Labour Congress.

Ex-senior Labour MP joins Government education advisory group

Kelvin Davis was deputy leader of Labour for six years under both Jacinda Ardern and Chris Hipkins before being replaced following the last election.

Board member of Diabetes Aotearoa, Graham King (Image: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly)

Pharmac proposes removing priority access of type 2 diabetes meds for Māori, Pasifika

A once-controversial decision to prioritise access to type 2 diabetes medication for Māori and Pacific people is showing life-saving benefits, just as Pharmac proposes removing that access.

6 mins ago

1:30

Angitu perform at Te Matatini 2025.

Angitu crowned Tāmaki Makaurau kapa haka regional champions

Six haka groups have qualified for next year's national Te Matatini event.

Waitangi Tribunal. Composition image by Vania Chandrawidjaja.

Waitangi Tribunal: Crown in breach over education Treaty clause review

The Tribunal said the Crown's approach prejudiced Māori.

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Board member of Diabetes Aotearoa, Graham King (Image: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly)

Pharmac proposes removing priority access of type 2 diabetes meds for Māori, Pasifika

A once-controversial decision to prioritise access to type 2 diabetes medication for Māori and Pacific people is showing life-saving benefits, just as Pharmac proposes removing that access.

6 mins ago

1:30

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

Govt updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

The Public Service Commission sent the new logo to all ministries and departments this week, telling them to update their websites by the end of June.

Labour deputy leader Kelvin Davis at the 2023 Labour Congress.

Ex-senior Labour MP joins Government education advisory group

Kelvin Davis was deputy leader of Labour for six years under both Jacinda Ardern and Chris Hipkins before being replaced following the last election.

Angitu perform at Te Matatini 2025.

Angitu crowned Tāmaki Makaurau kapa haka regional champions

Six haka groups have qualified for next year's national Te Matatini event.

Waitangi Tribunal. Composition image by Vania Chandrawidjaja.

Waitangi Tribunal: Crown in breach over education Treaty clause review

The Tribunal said the Crown's approach prejudiced Māori.

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Entertainment

BBC News reported two women had told them they were raped during the filming of the reality show, while a third alleged a non-consensual sex act.

Two women allege they were raped during MAFS UK production

British broadcaster Channel 4 removed all previous seasons of the reality show after the report by the BBC.

The remaining contestants on Celebrity Treasure Island

Celebrity Treasure Island competitor on why he didn't use advantage card

The player has admitted he initially felt out of place among the star-studded celebrity cast, describing himself as “a bit of a fraud”.

Cate Blanchett poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Paper Tiger' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Cate Blanchett says #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly'

Director Steven Soderbergh poses for photographers at the photo call for the film 'John Lennon: The Last Interview' during the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 16, 2026

Director defends AI usage in John Lennon documentary

Dara from Bulgaria performs the song "Bangaranga" during the Grand Final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Bulgaria wins Eurovision song contest, Australia comes fourth

BBC News reported two women had told them they were raped during the filming of the reality show, while a third alleged a non-consensual sex act.

Two women allege they were raped during MAFS UK production

British broadcaster Channel 4 removed all previous seasons of the reality show after the report by the BBC.

The remaining contestants on Celebrity Treasure Island

Celebrity Treasure Island competitor on why he didn't use advantage card

The player has admitted he initially felt out of place among the star-studded celebrity cast, describing himself as “a bit of a fraud”.

Cate Blanchett poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Paper Tiger' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Cate Blanchett says #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly'

Director Steven Soderbergh poses for photographers at the photo call for the film 'John Lennon: The Last Interview' during the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 16, 2026

Director defends AI usage in John Lennon documentary

Dara from Bulgaria performs the song "Bangaranga" during the Grand Final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Bulgaria wins Eurovision song contest, Australia comes fourth

Daniel Craig was the most recent actor to bring Hollywood's most famous spy to the big screen.

Licence to cast: Search for new James Bond gets underway

BBC News reported two women had told them they were raped during the filming of the reality show, while a third alleged a non-consensual sex act.

Two women allege they were raped during MAFS UK production

British broadcaster Channel 4 removed all previous seasons of the reality show after the report by the BBC.

The remaining contestants on Celebrity Treasure Island

Celebrity Treasure Island competitor on why he didn't use advantage card

The player has admitted he initially felt out of place among the star-studded celebrity cast, describing himself as “a bit of a fraud”.

Cate Blanchett poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Paper Tiger' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Cate Blanchett says #MeToo movement 'got killed very quickly'

Director Steven Soderbergh poses for photographers at the photo call for the film 'John Lennon: The Last Interview' during the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 16, 2026

Director defends AI usage in John Lennon documentary

Dara from Bulgaria performs the song "Bangaranga" during the Grand Final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Bulgaria wins Eurovision song contest, Australia comes fourth

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Environment

The Jeffrey Energy Center coal-fired power plant operates at sunset near Emmett

The worst climate future is less likely, but so is the best

Researchers' new list of seven plausible carbon pollution scenarios for the future are pushing aside two staples of climate policy: the extremes on either end.

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Some areas of the mountain been closed off since flooding and slips took six lives in January.

Revealed: An up close look at the widespread damage on Mauao

The popular base track was hammered as Mt Maunganui was hit by 42 landslides – including one that tore through the town’s holiday park, claiming six lives.

2:51

Solar panel installation.

Council loans for rooftop solar waiting on Govt green light

Ministers yet to make a decision on a scheme that would let councils provide long-term loans to homeowners wanting to install solar.

Paul Fair has clocked about 10,000 kilometres driving TR Group's first hydrogen fuel cell trucks, testing routes and training other drivers.

Fleet of hydrogen trucks set to hit the road

A partnership to get green hydrogen trucks up and running in New Zealand says there is renewed interest in the technology as diesel prices remain high.

Exploration drilling began in 2022 at Sam's Creek in the Upper Tākaka Valley.

Gold mine on conservation land in Golden Bay denied permit

Australian mining company Siren Gold planned to extract billions of dollars of gold at Sams Creek in the Upper Tākaka Valley.

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The Jeffrey Energy Center coal-fired power plant operates at sunset near Emmett

The worst climate future is less likely, but so is the best

Researchers' new list of seven plausible carbon pollution scenarios for the future are pushing aside two staples of climate policy: the extremes on either end.

1:29

Some areas of the mountain been closed off since flooding and slips took six lives in January.

Revealed: An up close look at the widespread damage on Mauao

The popular base track was hammered as Mt Maunganui was hit by 42 landslides – including one that tore through the town’s holiday park, claiming six lives.

2:51

Solar panel installation.

Council loans for rooftop solar waiting on Govt green light

Ministers yet to make a decision on a scheme that would let councils provide long-term loans to homeowners wanting to install solar.

Paul Fair has clocked about 10,000 kilometres driving TR Group's first hydrogen fuel cell trucks, testing routes and training other drivers.

Fleet of hydrogen trucks set to hit the road

A partnership to get green hydrogen trucks up and running in New Zealand says there is renewed interest in the technology as diesel prices remain high.

Exploration drilling began in 2022 at Sam's Creek in the Upper Tākaka Valley.

Gold mine on conservation land in Golden Bay denied permit

Australian mining company Siren Gold planned to extract billions of dollars of gold at Sams Creek in the Upper Tākaka Valley.

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The Jeffrey Energy Center coal-fired power plant operates at sunset near Emmett

The worst climate future is less likely, but so is the best

Researchers' new list of seven plausible carbon pollution scenarios for the future are pushing aside two staples of climate policy: the extremes on either end.

1:29

Some areas of the mountain been closed off since flooding and slips took six lives in January.

Revealed: An up close look at the widespread damage on Mauao

The popular base track was hammered as Mt Maunganui was hit by 42 landslides – including one that tore through the town’s holiday park, claiming six lives.

2:51

Exploration drilling began in 2022 at Sam's Creek in the Upper Tākaka Valley.

Gold mine on conservation land in Golden Bay denied permit

Australian mining company Siren Gold planned to extract billions of dollars of gold at Sams Creek in the Upper Tākaka Valley.

Solar panel installation.

Council loans for rooftop solar waiting on Govt green light

Ministers yet to make a decision on a scheme that would let councils provide long-term loans to homeowners wanting to install solar.

Paul Fair has clocked about 10,000 kilometres driving TR Group's first hydrogen fuel cell trucks, testing routes and training other drivers.

Fleet of hydrogen trucks set to hit the road

A partnership to get green hydrogen trucks up and running in New Zealand says there is renewed interest in the technology as diesel prices remain high.

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Exploration drilling began in 2022 at Sam's Creek in the Upper Tākaka Valley.

Gold mine on conservation land in Golden Bay denied permit

Australian mining company Siren Gold planned to extract billions of dollars of gold at Sams Creek in the Upper Tākaka Valley.

The Jeffrey Energy Center coal-fired power plant operates at sunset near Emmett

The worst climate future is less likely, but so is the best

Researchers' new list of seven plausible carbon pollution scenarios for the future are pushing aside two staples of climate policy: the extremes on either end.

1:29

Some areas of the mountain been closed off since flooding and slips took six lives in January.

Revealed: An up close look at the widespread damage on Mauao

The popular base track was hammered as Mt Maunganui was hit by 42 landslides – including one that tore through the town’s holiday park, claiming six lives.

2:51

Solar panel installation.

Council loans for rooftop solar waiting on Govt green light

Ministers yet to make a decision on a scheme that would let councils provide long-term loans to homeowners wanting to install solar.

Paul Fair has clocked about 10,000 kilometres driving TR Group's first hydrogen fuel cell trucks, testing routes and training other drivers.

Fleet of hydrogen trucks set to hit the road

A partnership to get green hydrogen trucks up and running in New Zealand says there is renewed interest in the technology as diesel prices remain high.

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