New Zealand Fuel Tax Plan Threatens Rural Transport Margins
Fiscal commitments released by government leaders promise no broad-based direct tax hikes on working individuals while prioritizing budget…
Waiuku murder trial: Witness says defendant was jovial after killing Judith Cunniffe in rural South Auckland
“He wasn’t too deterred about anything,” he said. The defendant, who has name suppression, has acknowledged through his…
News in 90 Seconds August 11
The morning’s headlines in 90 seconds, including why power prices are unlikely to fall, and a bizarre twist…
‘Profound loss’: Toddler died after swallowing drawing pin
An Auckland toddler who choked to death after swallowing a drawing pin died in a “tragic accident” that…
Christopher Luxon’s grip on leadership questioned again
Christopher Luxon’s grip on his leadership is again being questioned following a week of communication gaffes and a…
Lifang Chen explores what home means as a New Zealander
I stopped looking at flights and glanced at the two passports lying beside my laptop. I picked up…
All Blacks v Sharks: Kickoff times, how to watch – all you need to know
The All Blacks haven’t played the Sharks in their modern form, but they did come away with positive…
Fall armyworm in NZ: What researchers have learned 4 years on
Mills leads a three-year MPI Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures project, supported by Vegetables NZ, which has six…
The $55 million drain from Kiwi pockets
It’s estimated $55 million goes down the drain every year as Kiwis fail to ask for their money…
Hundreds of schools to get solar panels in $30m pilot programme
“This is a smart, practical investment in both our schools and New Zealand’s future.” Solar panels will be…
Breaking: New Zealand approves salmon farm capable of doubling national production
Policy – August 10, 2026 New Zealand Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones. Photo: PCE/Wikimedia Commons New Zealand…
Ōtaki couple swap sheep and beef farming for olive oil business
“We’re in our 60s now, and it’s great to be trying something different,” Diana added. Previous owners David…