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Lady June Hillary, Sir Edmund Hillary's wife, dies

Sunday, 2 June 2024, 5:59 pm | RNZ

Lady Hillary will be remembered for her "unwavering commitment to the welfare of the Nepalese people", spokesman says. More >>

Conservation Land Damaged In Canterbury Fire

Sunday, 2 June 2024, 5:56 pm | RNZ

The blaze reached 150 hectares at its height and there is still a high fire risk in North Canterbury. More >>

Shoddy Statistics Get The Thumbs Up Emoji From Media

Sunday, 2 June 2024, 5:54 pm | RNZ

Many media outlets reported interesting poll findings this week about using emojis at work. The only problem: the poll was almost meaningless, statistically-speaking. But it's far from the first time stats from surveys have opened the gate for our ... More >>

Cycle Lane Redesign Criticised As Brake On Businesses

Sunday, 2 June 2024, 5:46 pm | RNZ

A controversial new road design in Palmerston North has caused one business to move, but a regular cyclist says the changes could avoid potentially fatal crashes. More >>

Norsewood Factory Norsewear A Sign Of Close-knit Community

Saturday, 1 June 2024, 7:03 pm | RNZ

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How You Can Help DOC Find Out More About Māui Dolphin Deaths

Saturday, 1 June 2024, 6:46 pm | RNZ

The Department of Conservation is asking hardy winter beachgoers to report sightings of dead or stranded Māui dolphins. More >>

Hundreds Of Experienced International Nurses Jobless Amid Nursing Shortage

Saturday, 1 June 2024, 6:43 pm | RNZ

Hundreds of internationally qualified nurses from India are reportedly struggling to find jobs despite recent Te Whatu Ora data showing that more than a quarter of hospital nursing shifts fell short of staffing targets in 2023. More >>

12 Reportedly Dead After Tribal Clashes Near PNG Landslide

Saturday, 1 June 2024, 6:37 pm | RNZ

A dozen people have been killed in tribal violence in province nearby the site of the landslip disaster in Papua New Guinea. More >>

Winston Peters Calls For 'Calm Wise Heads' In New Caledonia Crisis

Saturday, 1 June 2024, 6:34 pm | RNZ

The foreign minister would not be drawn on New Zealand's position on Kanak aspirations for decolonisation. More >>

Government's Freshwater Bill Will Result In More Polluted Waterways, Critics Say

Saturday, 1 June 2024, 6:28 pm | RNZ

A bill changing freshwater protection rules is prompting more accusations of the coalition government prioritising profit over protection. More >>

Australian Doomsday Cult Survivor Warns Of Red Flags To Watch For

Friday, 31 May 2024, 6:18 pm | RNZ

Carli McConkey was 21 when she was recruited into a cult in Sydney. More >>

Switching From Smart To Dumb Phone The Clever Choice, Says Canadian Youtuber

Friday, 31 May 2024, 6:15 pm | RNZ

Getting rid of your smart phone is the clever thing to do, Canadian Spencer Campbell says. More >>

'France Has Caused This Crisis': Pacific Islands Forum Offers Support To New Caledonia

Friday, 31 May 2024, 6:12 pm | RNZ

"Our Pacific region is home to independent experts and skilled personnel, that are familiar with this region, its history, its people, and importantly, its context, that can support all parties to move this process forward." More >>

Opinion: Budget 2024 does not fulfil te Tiriti obligations

Friday, 31 May 2024, 6:10 pm | RNZ

Opinion - Māori whānau will get far less in this Budget than Pākehā, writes Julia Whaipooti. How can we strive for equality when our starting point is so different? More >>

Quarry Company J Swap's Fast Track Plea After Donations To Shane Jones And NZ First

Friday, 31 May 2024, 6:07 pm | RNZ

J Swap gave money to Shane Jones, and then to NZ First after it got into power. Now the company is asking for protected land to be opened for quarrying. More >>

Budget 2024: No Surprises But Little Excitement For Voters In National's Tax Cuts

Friday, 31 May 2024, 5:52 pm | RNZ

Analysis - With the centre-right back in charge, it's not so much the axe being swung as the pendulum, Tim Watkin writes. More >>

Māori Parliament Workings Discussed At Hui Ā Motu Second Phase

Friday, 31 May 2024, 5:39 pm | RNZ

Te Pāti Māori has called for a separate Māori parliament, which is being discussed among hundreds gathered at a national hui. More >>

Outpouring Of Grief Following Death Of Acclaimed Samoan Poet And Writer

Friday, 31 May 2024, 5:36 pm | RNZ

Tributes are pouring in for an acclaimed American Samoan poet and teacher who was murdered last Saturday in Apia allegedly by a fellow poet. More >>

In Pictures: Thousands Join Budget Day Protest Hīkoi Across Aotearoa

Thursday, 30 May 2024, 4:58 pm | RNZ

Protesters have taken to the roads to oppose government policies toward Māori, for an 'activation day' to coincide with the Budget. More >>

Budget 2024: Winners And Losers

Thursday, 30 May 2024, 4:27 pm | RNZ

Who is set to gain and who is missing out as a result of this year's Budget? RNZ takes a look. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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