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Climate Change A Priority For Iwi Leaders At Waitangi
Wednesday, 4 February 2026, 5:32 pm | RNZ
The National Iwi Chairs Forum point to the increasing frequency and severity of weather events as a growing concern. More >>
Proposed Closure Of Westbridge Residential School Following Safety, Performance Concerns
Wednesday, 4 February 2026, 5:23 pm | RNZ
A consultation paper said there were "significant concerns" regarding the ongoing health and safety of students and the quality of education provided. More >>
'Loud And Proud' Teens Descend On Treaty Grounds As Part Of Six-Day Hīkoi
Wednesday, 4 February 2026, 5:12 pm | RNZ
About 60 people, many carrying banners and flags, took part in this morning's leg of a six-day hīkoi through Kerikeri's town centre. More >>
'Dying Is Hard To Do': Cancer Patient Says KiwiSaver Withdrawal Bar Too High
Wednesday, 4 February 2026, 4:55 pm | RNZ
"I've got limited time, and fighting with someone that's holding my money and refusing to give it up is just one more stress I can't afford." More >>
High Court Defeat Piles Pressure On 'Embarrassed' Fijian PM Rabuka's Leadership - Expert
Wednesday, 4 February 2026, 4:32 pm | RNZ
A court ruling in favour of Fiji's dismissed anti-corruption chief piles on "weight of responsibilities" on Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, a NZ-based Fijian politics expert says. More >>
Cook Islands Dengue Outbreak: Travellers Urged To 'Please Take Extra Precaution'
Wednesday, 4 February 2026, 4:29 pm | RNZ
New Zealanders returning from tropical getaways in the Cook Islands are arriving home carrying the dengue virus, prompting local authorities to warn travellers to remain extra vigilant. More >>
Pacific News In Brief For 4 February
Wednesday, 4 February 2026, 4:26 pm | RNZ
A round-up of news from around the region, including a major roading programme in Papua New Guinea operating in breach of legislation. More >>
New Zealand First's Shane Jones Questions Circumstances Behind Labour MP Peeni Henare's Shock Resignation
Wednesday, 4 February 2026, 4:00 pm | RNZ
"I want to make sure that the story, when it's fully told, that we focus on what's happened," the NZ First deputy says. More >>
Peeni Henare 'Stepping Back', Won't Be Contesting Tāmaki Makaurau Seat At Election
Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 6:11 pm | RNZ
Peeni Henare didn't put his name forward to be the party's candidate in the Tāmaki Makaurau seat before the deadline for candidate nominations passed. More >>
How Much Less Than Asking Price Are House Buyers Paying?
Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 6:07 pm | RNZ
If you're in the market for a new house, you might be wondering what to offer. More >>
Unemployment Set To Linger As Wage Growth Remains Steady
Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 4:02 pm | RNZ
Most major bank economists expect the unemployment rate to stay unchanged at 5.3 percent for the three months ended December. More >>
National Iwi Chairs Forum Backs Court Case Challenging Amendments To Marine And Coastal Areas Act
Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 3:57 pm | RNZ
Ngāti Manuhiri are set to take the government to the High Court over changes made to the act last year, which made it harder for Māori to win customary marine title. More >>
More Than 2000 Reports Of Stench From Christchurch's Wastewater Treatment Plant
Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 3:53 pm | RNZ
The smell has left people battling nausea, worsening asthma, sleepless nights and deteriorating mental health. More >>
'Renewed Chapter': Marshall Islands President Heine Meets PM Albanese In Canberra
Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 3:49 pm | RNZ
The last visit by a Marshall Islands president occured in 1993, according to the Australian Embassy in the Marshal Islands. More >>
Australia Unveils New, Cheaper Visa Deal For PNG Chiefs' Supporters Ahead Of NRL Debut
Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 3:47 pm | RNZ
Prime Minister James Marape welcomed the announcement that the visa will come at a significantly reduced cost compared to a regular Australian visa. More >>
Shane Jones Shut Down NZ Involvement In 'Road Map' Away From Fossil Fuels
Monday, 2 February 2026, 5:22 pm | RNZ
Australia signed up to the 'road map' away from fossil fuels, but Shane Jones did not want New Zealand to join. More >>
Canterbury Museum To Mark 50 Years Hosting Waitangi Day Commemorations
Monday, 2 February 2026, 5:17 pm | RNZ
It is the South Island's biggest and longest-running commemoration of Waitangi Day, beginning in 1976. More >>
Longest-Standing Māori Theatre Company Brings Whānau Voices Of Trauma And Hope To The Stage
Monday, 2 February 2026, 12:14 pm | RNZ
For more than three decades, Aotearoa's longest surviving independent Māori theatre company has used storytelling to open kōrero about trauma, healing and hope in communities. More >>
Live Animal Export Industry Remain Hopeful Practice Will Resume After Ban
Monday, 2 February 2026, 12:10 pm | RNZ
ACT campaigned during the last election to reinstate live exports by sea and Cabinet has been working on the legislation ever since. More >>
KiwiSavers Struggle To Get Their Money Amid Record Hardship Withdrawals
Monday, 2 February 2026, 12:06 pm | RNZ
People are seeking help with their bills but don't realise how hard it can be to get their money out. More >>
