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Relief At The Petrol Pump On The Way, Fuel Industry Says
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 1:05 pm | RNZ
RNZ speaks to drivers at petrol stations as diesel becomes more expensive than 98 at the pump. More >>
US Department Of War Flags CNMI Economic Strain, Eyes Stronger Indo-Pacific Role
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 12:59 pm | RNZ
The US Department of War has acknowledged mounting economic pressure in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. More >>
Cyclone Maila Down To Category 4 But Warnings Remain
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 12:52 pm | RNZ
Damage from Severe Tropical Cyclone Maila has affected areas of Solomon Islands and Papua New Guinea. More >>
Motorcyclists Put Rego On Hold In Protest Against ACC
Thursday, 9 April 2026, 12:48 pm | RNZ
Higher levies are fair because motorcycles only make up 4% of the fleet and 25% of the cost of crashes, ACC says. More >>
New Coach, Fresh Ideas For Black Ferns Ahead Of Pacific Four
Wednesday, 8 April 2026, 7:13 pm | RNZ
Black Ferns co-captain Ruahei Demant says the side has a fresh level of excitement under new head coach Whitney Hansen as they prepare for the Pacific Four tournament in America. More >>
French PM Sébastien Lecornu Holds Separate Meetings With New Caledonia's Politicians
Wednesday, 8 April 2026, 7:12 pm | RNZ
Sébastien Lecornu has held two separate talks with New Caledonia's politicians due to opposing parties' differences. More >>
New Zealanders Will Understand Government Can't Support Everyone During Fuel Crisis - Luxon
Wednesday, 8 April 2026, 7:10 pm | RNZ
Ministers will meet with major businesses later in the week to get their perspectives on what may be required, should fuel supply become disrupted further. More >>
Teaching Council Replaces Vacant Seats On Governing Body
Wednesday, 8 April 2026, 7:07 pm | RNZ
The vacancies were for members elected by early childhood, primary and secondary teachers who resigned earlier this year or late last year. More >>
Bid To Claim Kāinga Ora Tenancy As Māori Land Fails
Wednesday, 8 April 2026, 7:05 pm | RNZ
A judge says there are no grounds for the application to succeed and it should be dismissed. More >>
What Is America's 25th Amendment And How Can It Be Used To Remove A President?
Wednesday, 8 April 2026, 7:01 pm | RNZ
Explainer - What is the 25th Amendment and could it be used to remove a US president from office? More >>
Kiwi Entrepreneur's April Fool's Post Hits The Wrong Note
Wednesday, 8 April 2026, 6:59 pm | RNZ
Founder of subletting platform Kiki, made a LinkedIn post on April Fool's Day that the company was going to shut down Kiki Club in London. More >>
'Never Have I Felt So Dependent On ... Feelings Of One Administration': Nicola Willis On Trump And Iran
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 5:43 pm | RNZ
"I see the pain that so many New Zealanders are experiencing," the finance minister says, as the PM calls US threats "unhelpful". More >>
Confusion As Families Hit With Extra Rest Home Surcharges Despite Subsidies
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 5:35 pm | RNZ
Rest home subsidy granted, all of pension taken - but families still face daily surcharge for rooms. More >>
'Tipping Point': Kiwis Switch To Electric Cars, Solar As Fuel Prices Stay High
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 5:27 pm | RNZ
Rising oil prices have put pressure on prices across New Zealand, pushing an upward trend and interest in EV alternative vehicles. More >>
Schools On Diesel Heating Prepare For Big Bills As Government Considers Support
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 5:22 pm | RNZ
One school is also stepping up security on its diesel tank with locks, CCTV and external lighting. More >>
Mass Resignations Within French Polynesia’s Ruling Party
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 4:24 pm | RNZ
Fourteen members of French Polynesia's ruling party Tavini Huiraatira have walked out. More >>
Load Shedding Looms: Rising Fuel Costs Threaten Power Supply In Northern Mariana Islands
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 4:21 pm | RNZ
The threat of load shedding is back on the table in the Northern Mariana Islands as surging fuel prices drive up costs for the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation by about US$140,000 per day. More >>
What Is E Coli Bacteria Contamination, And What Does It Mean For Your Health?
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 4:17 pm | RNZ
Explainer - Several Auckland suburbs were put under a boil water notice over possible E coli contamination. Here's what that means. More >>
Cyclone Vaianu: Roads Cut Off, Schools Closed, Flights Cancelled In Fiji
Tuesday, 7 April 2026, 4:06 pm | RNZ
Fijian authorities are advising people to avoid flooded areas and take necessary precautions. More >>
Fiji Schools Will Remain Closed As Tropical Cyclone Vaianu Intensifies
Monday, 6 April 2026, 4:11 pm | RNZ
Fiji's Education Ministry has announced all schools will remain closed as Tropical Depression Vaianu strengthens. More >>
