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Woman Adopted 21 Children From Overseas, But People Trafficking Ruled Out
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 4:10 pm | RNZ
A woman investigated for people trafficking went on to adopt 10 more young people from overseas - 21 in total. More >>
Ten Bills To Cross The Lawmaking Finishing Line During Urgency
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 4:08 pm | RNZ
This week had 10 separate bills scheduled for third reading debates, on the cusp of becoming law, with only the largely ceremonial Royal Assent afterwards. What is different about this final debating hurdle? More >>
Paul Goldsmith Seeks Advice On Protection Of Electoral Systems From Growing AI Threat
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 4:06 pm | RNZ
The government is seeking advice from officials on protecting electoral systems, as the threat from advanced artificial intelligence grows. More >>
First All Blacks Test At Te Kaha Boosts Christchurch Economy
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 4:05 pm | RNZ
The first international rugby test match between the All Blacks and France at Christchurch's new Te Kaha stadium is expected to bring an estimated $8 million in economic benefits to the city. More >>
Can My Library Refuse Cash? - Ask Susan
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 4:03 pm | RNZ
Got questions? RNZ has a podcast, 'No Stupid Questions', with Susan Edmunds. More >>
Full House: Warriors NRL Season Officially Sold Out
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 4:01 pm | RNZ
The Warriors continue to prove they're the most popular show in town, confirming they've sold out every home match this NRL season. More >>
Horse-Trading Begins As New Caledonia Provincial Presidents Elected
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 4:00 pm | RNZ
New Caledonia's newly-elected three provincial assemblies - North, South and the Loyalty Islands - elected their respective Presidents on, following the elections held on June 28 in the French Pacific territory. More >>
All Mariana Islands At Risk As Super Typhoon Approaches
Saturday, 4 July 2026, 3:58 pm | RNZ
Super Typhoon Bavi intensified into a category 5 cyclone early Saturday and is expected to remain an extremely dangerous storm as it approaches the Northern Mariana Islands, with forecasters warning residents to complete preparations ahead of deteriorating ... More >>
Advisory Group Proposes Axing Pay Parity For Early Childhood Teachers
Friday, 3 July 2026, 2:01 pm | RNZ
A ministerial advisory group has proposed axing pay parity for qualified early childhood teachers. More >>
Does Your Will Cover Your Pet?
Friday, 3 July 2026, 1:56 pm | RNZ
Ana Holden says her cats Hannah and Marmite are beloved members of her family, so it made sense to add them into her will. More >>
Eight Pasifika Heritage Players Named In All Blacks Season Opener Against France
Friday, 3 July 2026, 1:53 pm | RNZ
Eight players of Pasifika heritage have been named in the All Blacks match-day 23 to battle France at One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch on Saturday. More >>
Exhibition Celebrates Porirua's Trailblazing Pacific Women
Friday, 3 July 2026, 1:50 pm | RNZ
Marama Malama: Te Manava Moana Women at Pataka Art and Museum honours generations of women whose leadership, advocacy and service have impacted Pacific communities across New Zealand. More >>
Indonesia Defends High Number Of Military In Papua
Friday, 3 July 2026, 1:44 pm | RNZ
Indonesia has defended the high number of military personnel it has deployed to West Papua, which dwarfs the size of deployments to other parts of the republic. More >>
Typhoon Bavi Poses 'Significant Threat' To Mariana Islands
Friday, 3 July 2026, 1:42 pm | RNZ
The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) governor David Apatang is advising residents of Saipan, Tinian and Rota to stay up-to-date with forecasts as Typhoon Bavi approaches. More >>
MSD Boss Defends Linking Staff Performance With Cutting Emergency Housing
Friday, 3 July 2026, 1:39 pm | RNZ
The Ministry of Social Development (MSD)'s boss is defending linking staff performance with cutting emergency housing numbers, saying it's executing the government's policy. More >>
Waikato Hospital Ward Will Not Be Ready Until 2027, Health Minister Says
Friday, 3 July 2026, 1:36 pm | RNZ
The health minister has confirmed a new 28-bed ward at Waikato Hospital that was supposed to be ready this year will not be ready until 2027. More >>
Pacific News In Brief For 2 July 2026
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 5:42 pm | RNZ
Samoa's minister of finance has announced a reduction in the price of diesel and kerosene for July. More >>
Pasifika Women Aboard The 'Floating University' Champion Data-Driven Ocean Management
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 5:38 pm | RNZ
Having researched data available will assist Pacific Island nations manage their ocean resources, prepare well for natural hazards and ensure the right decisions are made. More >>
Pacific Nations Among Hardest Hit As Global Aid Drops, OECD Says
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 5:35 pm | RNZ
Global aid forecasts have small island developing states "among the hardest hit individually" as aid spending reaches new lows. More >>
'Incredibly Disheartening': Airborne Asbestos Found In Children's Play Sand
Thursday, 2 July 2026, 3:11 pm | RNZ
An outright ban on children's play sand could be on the cards after tests showed asbestos in contaminated products can be airborne. More >>
