Government boosts mental health funding to support prevention, early intervention
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey. Photo: RNZ / Mark Papalii Four organisations are set to receive more funding…
Couple surprised to find kiwi trying to have a sleepover
The kiwi was ushered outside where it ran off (file image). Photo: supplied A couple staying with friends…
World-first as Australian donates organs after self-administering assisted dying medication
By Caitlyn Gribbin and Rachel Carbonell, ABC Karen Duncan (left in photo) was diagnosed with MND in August…
Five things to do if you’re retiring in 2026
There are a number of questions that people who are looking to retire should ask themselves. Photo: RNZ…
Pacific sport year in review: The highs and lows of 2025
Moana Pasifika team celebrate their win over the Blues in round 14 of the Super Rugby Pacific competition…
Scientists investigate venomous spider ‘hotspots’
Photo: Supplied / Professor Steve Trewick Researchers are investigating “hotspots” of a venomous spider throughout the country this…
Year in review: NZ Warriors ride rollercoaster to NRL playoffs
The Warriors hopes suffer a crippling blow, as star halfback Luke Metcalf falls to a season-ending knee injury.…
Significant changes on the horizon for tourism industry
Cable car above Rotorua lake and city. Photo: 123RF The Tourism Minister has signalled significant change could be…
Starlink withdraws satellite services from Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea’s capital, Port Moresby below Photo: RNZ Pacific/Moera Tuilaepa-Taylor Starlink has fully withdrawn their satellite services…
Bay of Plenty wallaby infestation: 2000 controlled this year
They may look cute but introduced wallabies pose serious threats to New Zealand’s environment. Photo: Supplied/ Local Democracy…
Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre back from brink of closure
Tūturuatu/shore plover Photo: Tara Swan Half a year ago, Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre was on the brink of…
Rare Hector’s or Māui dolphin spotted in Northland prompts questions
Scientists are asking people to watch out for any Māui or Hector’s dolphins spotted in North Island waters,…