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CNMI Congressional Candidates Clash Over US Military Build-Up, Deep Sea Mining
Monday, 31 August 2026, 4:19 pm | RNZ
Deleon Guerrero said military-related infrastructure development has too often operated as a closed system benefiting the military rather than the wider community. More >>
US And Taiwan Say China Used Travel Advisory To Undermine Palau
Monday, 31 August 2026, 4:16 pm | RNZ
The US Travel Advisory for Palau remains at Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions, reflecting our continued assessment of Palau as a generally safe destination for US travellers. More >>
Fiji Constitution Review Report Set To Be Handed To President
Monday, 31 August 2026, 4:13 pm | RNZ
The Fiji government's Constitutional Review Commission formally began its work in mid-March and was given a 31 August deadline. More >>
Solomon Islands 'Dangles Over The Edge Of Political Instability' As Three Ministers Quit
Monday, 31 August 2026, 4:08 pm | RNZ
Solomon Islands Governor-General's deputy private secretary Maxwell Banyo confirmed the resignations to SIBC on Monday. More >>
Older Kiwis Struggle With Basic Living Expenses: 'We Are Living In A Very Bad Time'
Monday, 31 August 2026, 4:04 pm | RNZ
Grey Power wants government policies to address the needs of an increasing number of older New Zealanders struggling to meet the most basic living expenses. More >>
Government Delays Increases To Fuel Taxes By One Year
Monday, 31 August 2026, 3:59 pm | RNZ
To keep up with maintenance and planned projects, the government will top up National Land Transport Fund - expected to cost $1.476 billion over the forecast period. More >>
Shane Jones Accuses Kiwifruit Industry Of 'Slave Practices', Slams National Over Regional Shakeup
Monday, 31 August 2026, 3:43 pm | RNZ
NZ First deputy leader Shane Jones has accused the Bay of Plenty kiwifruit industry of "medieval slave practices" at a public meeting, and called for a review of the laws governing Zespri. More >>
NZ-Backed Climate Mobility Initiative Launched Across Pacific
Friday, 28 August 2026, 3:32 pm | RNZ
Climate mobility can be described as the movement of people, whether through migration, displacement or planned relocation, in response to the impacts of climate change. More >>
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 >>
