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Chathams Island Mayor on stakeholder forum
MP Julie Anne Genter is making her first public appearance after a heated altercation with National MP Matt Doocey last week. Genter is attending the Chatham Islands Stakeholder Forum, as the region… Audio
Coca-Cola brand to be dropped from Fiji Finals sporting event
The Director of Fiji's biggest sporting event has promised to drop the name and branding of it's sponsor Coca-Cola for next years' 50th anniversary. Audio
First home buyers benefit from lower prices and less competition - CoreLogic
First home buyers accounted for 26 percent of purchases in the first quarter of 2024, which was higher than the long-term average, latest data indicates.
Driver licencing is fraught from start to finish
There are traffic jams at the young end of driver licencing and fear and trepidation at the other end. Audio
How many beds will Waikeria Prison get?
The government has clarified just how many beds the Waikato prison will get after a series of maths gaffes - 455, 600, 810 or 1865? Audio
Pedestrian struck as pair flee police
A pedestrian was struck by a car that was fleeing police in central Palmerston North this afternoon.
New Kāinga Ora homes bring hope amid housing crisis
One family lived in a tent during the cyclone, while another ended up in emergency housing and even slept in a truck one night. These are their stories about moving into a brand new home.
Politics by Night with Ben McKay
AAP New Zealand correspondent Ben McKay joins Emile Donovan to discuss how AUKUS discourse has gone down on the other side of the ditch, ructions over Julie Anne Genter's conduct in the House, and his… Audio
Situation wanted: Looking for a job in your eighties
Don McGovern is keen on the outdoors, with experience in lawn mowing, landscaping and construction management. He's also 82.
'Transport disadvantaged': Inequity proving a barrier in Invercargill
Transport inequities are proving a barrier for some young people in Invercargill, preventing them from joining in group activities.
Parliament asks for budget for its watchdogs
In the lead-up to the Budget, Parliament goes over the head of the Government, asking the Governor General to add in some cash for Parliament's three watch-dogs. Audio
Auckland's western train line commuters can expect more reliable services 'in the coming months'
Work to rebuild the foundations of the Western Line in preparation for the City Rail Link is nearly complete.
You could be eligible for Jetstar compensation
Travellers who have had domestic Jetstar flights disrupted in recent years, including during the pandemic, could be entitled to compensation.
The cars that drivers are steering clear of
The Mazda6 and Hyundai Sante Fe are among cars that scored poorly for reliability and owner satisfaction.
Ponsonby shooting: More security, police patrols needed, bar owner says
Ponsonby Road businesses are looking to fund their own extra security guards after a fatal shooting on the street.
Former All Black found guilty of domestic violence in Paris - French media
According to reports, the court found Byron Kelleher attacked a woman while under the influence of alcohol.
Rotorua BnB host says rates hike for holiday rental owners 'beggars belief'
After confusion over how the policy would be applied, the council has acknowledged it could have explained it more clearly.
More Fullers ferry services to resume normal timetable after disruptions
Services have been restricted for six months due to staff shortages.
Restarting redundancy process would cause significant disruption for TVNZ
E tū union has told the Employment Relations Authority it wants to see the broadcaster restart its redundancy process and "work properly" with staff to shape the future for the organisation.
'Pretty dire' situation for patients as junior doctors strike over pay cuts
Disruption to patient care from a nationwide junior doctors strike is bordering on unsafe, a senior doctor claims, despite what health officials say.