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Cook Islands' New Minimum Wage Offers Mild Relief But Sparks Economic Anxiety
Monday, 25 May 2026, 12:07 pm | RNZ
Prime Minister Mark Brown announced a minimum wage increase from $10 to $10.50 per hour while tabling the 2026/27 National Budget in Parliament on Thursday (Friday NZT). More >>
Health Services For US Veterans From Freely Associated States Remain Elusive
Monday, 25 May 2026, 12:04 pm | RNZ
US military veterans from three North Pacific nations have been lobbying for years to get help for their hundreds of military veterans. More >>
'Kicked Out Of The System': Sexual Abuse Survivors Braced For MSD Contract Cuts
Monday, 25 May 2026, 11:59 am | RNZ
The Ministry of Social Development said the funding would be redirected into a Sexual Violence Prevention initiative. More >>
The Budget: What's On The Wishlist For Business?
Monday, 25 May 2026, 11:53 am | RNZ
Companies want to see evidence of some longer-term thinking, BusinessNZ says. More >>
'A Co-Ordinated Campaign Of Secret Lobbying' - Climate Activist
Monday, 25 May 2026, 11:49 am | RNZ
Mike Smith says government changes to climate law have "exposed" what appears to be a "deliberate effort" to conceal lobbying. More >>
What You Need To Know About Budget Day 2026 And Why It's A Big Deal
Monday, 25 May 2026, 11:43 am | RNZ
Explainer: It's almost Budget Day. Here's why it's important, and what will happen and when. More >>
Wellington's Senior Regional Games Gets A New Name
Sunday, 24 May 2026, 6:50 pm | RNZ
Nuku Ora, formerly known as Sport Wellington, will host Active At Any Age at the Wairarapa Events Centre in Carterton on Tuesday. More >>
Could Asbestos Be Made Safe? A Wellington Company Thinks So
Sunday, 24 May 2026, 6:47 pm | RNZ
Technology that can destroy asbestos, making it into something safe, is being trialled in New Zealand for the first time. More >>
Auckland FC Celebrates A-League Championship With Parade
Sunday, 24 May 2026, 6:45 pm | RNZ
Players and fans took to the streets the day after the Black Knights clinched a 1-0 win over five-time A-League champions Sydney FC. More >>
Waikato Junior Rugby League Cancelled Amid Sideline Fights, Abuse
Sunday, 24 May 2026, 6:44 pm | RNZ
A Facebook post lists a litany of incidents, including carpark altercations, threats, referee abuse, and inappropriate treatment of operations staff. More >>
NRL: What We Learnt From NZ Warriors' Win Over St George-Illawarra Dragons
Sunday, 24 May 2026, 6:43 pm | RNZ
Analysis - Coach Andrew Webster faces another halfback dilemma, with a top-of-the-table clash looming next week. More >>
Auckland FC's Grand Final Hero Puts Family First
Sunday, 24 May 2026, 6:41 pm | RNZ
Auckland FC's Cam Howieson helps secure another piece of silverware for the city at the heart of his football career. More >>
Medical Costs Higher Than Inflation, As Pressure On Public System Grows
Sunday, 24 May 2026, 6:38 pm | RNZ
One of the biggest drivers for health insurance claims last year was heart disease. More >>
Is 30 Percent Of Income On Rent Fair?
Sunday, 24 May 2026, 6:36 pm | RNZ
The government is hiking the amount 84,000 social housing tenants have to pay - from 25 percent of their income to 30 percent. More >>
Former SAS Soldier Says International Far-Right Groups Growing In New Zealand
Saturday, 23 May 2026, 10:13 pm | RNZ
A former SAS soldier said security agencies and private intelligence operators are now routinely monitoring social media, encrypted platforms and parts of the dark web. More >>
Country Life Compares The Different Milks
Saturday, 23 May 2026, 10:11 pm | RNZ
Country Life speaks to a Massey University professor who specialises in nutrition and food chemistry about different types of milk - their pros and cons. More >>
Christchurch Considers Ice Skating Rink To Revitalise Cathedral Square
Saturday, 23 May 2026, 10:09 pm | RNZ
One councillor has proposed building an ice rink in the square which could be use to host major figure skating events. More >>
'Future Of Work' On Agenda As NZ Govt Digital Leaders Head To Microsoft US HQ
Saturday, 23 May 2026, 10:07 pm | RNZ
The visit comes days after the government signalled it would intensify the use of AI to help reduce the headcount in the public service by over 10 percent. More >>
Nicola Willis' Plan To Slash Public Sector Takes Wellington Mayor Andrew Little By Surprise
Saturday, 23 May 2026, 10:04 pm | RNZ
Andrew Little has confirmed he's meeting with Finance Minister Nicola Willis to talk over the future of the public service and the impact on Wellington's economy. More >>
Chambers Backs Pacific Police Leaders Confronting Corruption Challenges Amid Drug Trade Concerns
Saturday, 23 May 2026, 10:00 pm | RNZ
Richard Chambers says there is a willingness among Pacific police chiefs, most of whom are dealing with corruption in their ranks, to discuss issues with humility. More >>
