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New Zealand's Four Realm Leaders Are Meeting In Auckland - What's On Their Minds?
Friday, 28 August 2026, 3:12 pm | RNZ
The meeting is also an opportunity for the leaders - representing NZ, the Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau - to put their heads together ahead of the PIF Leaders Meeting in Palau next week. More >>
Consumer Confidence Slips Back On Oil Price Uncertainty
Friday, 28 August 2026, 3:09 pm | RNZ
The survey showed a net 22 percent of respondents expect to be better off this time next year, the strongest reading since January. More >>
Two-Thirds Of New Zealanders Willing To Pay More Tax For Better Healthcare
Friday, 28 August 2026, 3:05 pm | RNZ
The study found 1034 people, or 62 percent of respondents, supported the idea of paying more tax for increased healthcare funding. More >>
'Flabbergasted': Road Freight Lobby Criticises Fuel Excise Deferral
Friday, 28 August 2026, 3:02 pm | RNZ
The government's position is that it is "unlikely" the fuel excise duty will be increased in January, with a decision set to be announced soon. National's view is that the increase should be delayed. More >>
Another Sorry From Christopher Luxon After Beneficiaries Miss Out
Friday, 28 August 2026, 2:58 pm | RNZ
The new law requires some beneficiaries to re-confirm their circumstances at least once every 52 weeks, to check whether they are still eligible. More >>
Dr Shane Reti Farewells Parliament
Friday, 28 August 2026, 2:53 pm | RNZ
As a medical doctor by trade, Reti always had the prospect of becoming Health Minister in his sights. Nearly a decade after entering Parliament, he finally got that chance this term. More >>
Ministry Confirms Rushed Law Change Led To Winter Energy Payment Error
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 3:54 pm | RNZ
The new law requires some beneficiaries to re-confirm their circumstances at least once every 52 weeks, to check whether they are still eligible. More >>
Tonga-Born All Black Saula Ma'u Eager For More After Dream Debut
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 3:32 pm | RNZ
Emotional and fighting back tears post-match, Ma'u told reporters he was over the moon and would savour the "unreal" moment for life. More >>
Fiji's Tourism Sector Welcomes Tourism Tax Clarification
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 3:30 pm | RNZ
The Fijian government first announced details about a 5 percent Tourism Services Tax (TST) during the 2026-2027 National Budget address in late June, with the tax slated to take effect on 1 September. More >>
Long Time Coming: After Decades Of Struggle, Is Bougainville On The Brink Of Statehood?
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 3:28 pm | RNZ
After a seven-year wait, Papua New Guinea's parliament is today expected to finally table the question of whether to approve of independence for the country's autonomous region of Bougainville. More >>
No Really, The Economy Is Improving
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 3:24 pm | RNZ
Chief economist Kelly Eckhold said the country had weathered the disruption that had come with the Iran war reasonably well. More >>
The Dangers Of 'Space Vapes'
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 3:21 pm | RNZ
High Alert, New Zealand's early warning system for dangerous drugs, issued a warning over pods laced with the anaesthetic drug etomidate last year. More >>
Man Charged With Human Trafficking Accused Of Deceiving Staff Recruited From Overseas
Thursday, 27 August 2026, 3:18 pm | RNZ
One of the staff - who was recruited from India - is alleged to have been paid 36 hours per week despite working a minimum of 54 hours. More >>
Luxon Defends Prioritising Rates Cap Over Social Media Ban
Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 4:05 pm | RNZ
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has defended prioritising a rates cap over a social media ban for under 16s - despite the cap not coming into effect until 2029. More >>
'This Is A Difficult Task': PNG Parliament To Finally Address Bougainville Decision
Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 4:02 pm | RNZ
As the referendum result is finally to be tabled in parliament, Marape cautioned MPs and the public not to create division over the issue through threats, fear, regionalism or hostility. More >>
New Caledonia’s President Tukumuli Outlines A Six-Month Recovery Roadmap
Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 3:59 pm | RNZ
New Caledonia's healthcare system was also under direct threat with a cumulated current deficit to the tune of US$420 million. More >>
Government Looks To Tighten Up Wholesale Investment Rules
Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 3:19 pm | RNZ
Chapman Tripp partner Penny Sheerin said wholesale investment offers were not suitable for inexperienced investors. More >>
Tourism Industry Calls On Political Parties To Back Sector As Refreshed Strategy Unveiled
Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 3:15 pm | RNZ
Chief executive Rebecca Ingram said it was time for a refresh as the industry faced significant changes from climate change, AI, local government reforms and growing competition from other destinations. More >>
Top Officials Found In Contempt By Parliament For 'Misleading' MPs About Bungled IT Project
Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 3:11 pm | RNZ
In its findings - published on Wednesday - the Privileges Committee said the officials would have known their incomplete answers would leave MPs with a false impression. More >>
Government Considers Effectiveness Of Teacher Education
Wednesday, 26 August 2026, 2:05 pm | RNZ
The Education Ministry is considering the effectiveness of teacher education as part of a review of standards for initial teacher education (ITE) providers. More >>
