Poll shows energy prices, global instability now greatest worries for New Zealanders
The polling, conducted between March 19 and 23, showed global conflict and international instability were key drivers of…
AI revolution is coming for service jobs: How work will change by 2030 – Bruce Cotterill
But the next massive transformation will change all that once again. As of early 2026, approximately 1 billion…
Concerns Iran war could hold up cancer care – Simeon Brown getting advice as helium supply, crucial for MRIs, put under pressure
“I’ve asked for advice in relation to helium, how much is used and what impact the war in…
Concerns for native birdlife as pack of dogs at large in Waioweka forest
“It’s not a pet that has gone missing. It is not a hunting dog that has got lost.…
Auditor-General says social welfare staff need clearer guidelines on declining emergency housing under new criteria
The report acknowledges MSD staff might not always make the right decision, but stressed “the consequences for the…
Pāpāmoa school bus chaos: Extra service reinstated after students stuck
They said buses were “always full” and an extra bus was “extremely important” for student safety. A parent…
Rotorua mourners raise concerns over cemetery maintenance standards
Karen Gardiner is a regular at Kauae Cemetery, making weekly visits to the grave of her daughter Kristi-Rae…
Fitch puts New Zealand AA+ rating on negative outlook over rising debt
But the AA+ rating reflected New Zealand’s “advanced and wealthy economy, high governance standards, and robust policy framework”.…
Fire engine suffers equipment failure at central Auckland blaze, union voices safety concerns
In a video posted on social media by the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU), audio from inside…
No proof locked Kia hybrid caused Hawke’s Bay man’s death, coroner finds
The court heard the last proof of life was a phone call Potter had made to a friend…
Christchurch’s French Bakery had long history with WorkSafe before worker lost finger, $245k fine imposed
But he couldn’t reach the drive motor. He stood on the edge of a hopper while another worker…
Chevy Chase neighbors push back on mental health facility proposal
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – An empty building in Lexington’s Chevy Chase neighborhood could soon have a new purpose,…