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Minister 'Trying To Have It Both Ways' In Ordering Police To Take Swim Test - Labour
Thursday, 1 May 2025, 7:01 pm | RNZ
The 149 officers who graduated without being assessed on swimming ability will go through the test over the next four months. More >>
Northern Mariana Islands: Residents Weigh The Costs Of A US Military Build-Up On Tinian
Thursday, 1 May 2025, 6:59 pm | RNZ
From the air, Tinian looks like a green patch in the blue Pacific. Just six miles wide and seven miles long, you can drive across it in under an hour. More >>
Tinian Plays Central Role In CNMI Military Expansion
Thursday, 1 May 2025, 6:55 pm | RNZ
Once home to pivotal World War II operations, Tinian is emerging once again as a critical asset in the United States defence. More >>
Senior Hospital Doctors Strike In Protest At Stalled Pay Talks
Thursday, 1 May 2025, 6:50 pm | RNZ
Health NZ insists its offer is fair and reasonable, and expressed disappointment. More >>
KiwiSaver Providers Mull Possible Changes To 'Free' $521 A Year
Thursday, 1 May 2025, 6:48 pm | RNZ
But is the bigger question why so many people miss out? More >>
Bougainville Vote Preparations On Track - Electoral Commissioner
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 4:00 pm | RNZ
Desmond Tsianai says work has begun on updating the electoral rolls ahead of the September poll. More >>
The Continuing Struggle In PNG To Provide Hospital Beds
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 3:59 pm | RNZ
Prime Minister James Marape has summoned his Health Minister and other health officials to meet this Friday to address issues of hospital overcrowding. More >>
Our Seasons Are Getting 'Increasingly Muddled'. What Does This Mean For How We Define Them?
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 3:57 pm | RNZ
Our weather is getting 'increasingly muddled'. What does that mean, and when does winter even start now? More >>
'Parallel Universe Stuff' -Former Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull On Winston Peters Downplaying Trump’s Trade War
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 3:54 pm | RNZ
Drawing on his own experience dealing with Trump, Malcolm Turnbull warned New Zealand against adopting a posture of appeasement. More >>
Keeping Politicians Honest
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 3:51 pm | RNZ
Increasing numbers of politicians are failing to manage real or perceived conflicts of interest, and there are calls to strengthen protocols over them. More >>
Ethnic MPs Condemn Race-based Criticism Of Their Political Work
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 3:49 pm | RNZ
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have faced abuse over their ethnicity in debates online, in public life or in Parliament in recent years. More >>
'Oh Hell No' - Crash Survivor Angry At Increased Speed Limits On SH3 Near Waitara
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 3:47 pm | RNZ
Trevor Dodunski understands the consequences of a head-on crash better than most. More >>
Energy Generators, Retailers, Lines Companies Join Forces To Back Transition Plan
Wednesday, 30 April 2025, 3:45 pm | RNZ
The new Energy Transition Framework includes generators, retailers, lines and distribution companies, independent consumer and advisory representatives and regulators acting as observers. More >>
French Minister Valls Wants All Parties To Own Their Responsibilities Ahead Of Third Trip To New Caledonia
Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 6:25 pm | RNZ
Manuel Valls, who is visiting New Caledonia for the third time in two months, has again called all sides to live up to their responsibilities. More >>
Pacific Lagging On Women's Political Participation, Says UN Official
Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 6:21 pm | RNZ
But at least discussions are beginning to take place at high levels, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Pacific regional office head. More >>
Solomon Islands PM Manele Calls For Calm Ahead Of No-confidence Vote
Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 6:19 pm | RNZ
Jeremiah Manele has bought himself a little more time after the Solomon Islands parliament was adjourned until 6 May for a no-confidence vote against his government. More >>
Healthcare Providers Funding Immunisations Out Of Own Pockets, Health NZ Admits 'Work To Do'
Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 6:18 pm | RNZ
Health NZ admits there is still some work to do, as Māori and Pacific immunisation providers say funding is too low to cover services. More >>
Wellington City Council Defends Process That Led To Decision To Demolish City To Sea Bridge
Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 6:14 pm | RNZ
Lawyers for Wellington City Council say councillors were given multiple options, and deny staff pushed them towards demolishing the City to Sea Bridge. More >>
Tory Whanau Not Ruling Out Running For Mayor In Future Elections
Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 6:12 pm | RNZ
The outgoing mayor explains what comes next, and refuses to rule out another tilt at the top job. More >>
'James And Isey' Star James Cross Dies Aged 68
Tuesday, 29 April 2025, 6:11 pm | RNZ
James Cross - Northland identity and co-star of one of New Zealand's most successful documentary movies of all time - has died aged 68. More >>
