Cause of massive Tongariro National Park fire discovered
Tongariro on Saturday 8 November 2025, a few hours after the fire broke out. Photo: Kristina Montgomerie /…
Greens promise to cap rent rises at 2 percent a year
The Green Party has announced its housing policy for the election. Photo: RNZ / Giles Dexter The Greens…
Latest data shows dip in NZ’s fuel stocks
There is now 46.6 days of fuel in the country. Photo: RNZ Finance Minister Nicola Willis will set…
Government to remove contentious clause in Fisheries Amendment Bill after backlash
Jones told reporters the ultimate decision was the result of conversations with Winston Peters. Photo: RNZ / Samuel…
Archive New Zealand’s new Wellington building opens
After a million hours of labour, Te Rua – Archive New Zealand’s brand new Wellington building – is…
Endangered whio return to the Rees Valley after 50 years
The two whio spotted by Southern Lakes Sanctuary staff. Photo: Supplied / Southern Lakes Sanctuary Conservationists in Otago…
Dozens of modern medicines languish on Pharmac’s drug wish list for years
New Zealand has seen 30 years of underinvestment in the medicines budget, says Medicines NZ. File photo. Photo:…
How an annual influenza vaccine can reduce the risk of heart issues
The vaccine’s protection against heart issues comes directly from reducing the risk and severity of influenza. File photo.…
Fuel costs: Is there room for super-sized vehicles on NZ’s urban roads?
The big rise in sales of bigger vehicles has been in urban areas in recent years. File photo.…
Bullying allegations against senior Corrections staffer raised more than a month ago
Corrections’ Commissioner of Custodial Services Leigh Marsh. Photo: Supplied / Corrections Allegations of bullying against one of the…
Crusaders prepare for move to indoor Te Kaha One New Zealand stadium
One NZ Stadium Christchurch. Photo: Christchurch City Council With the opening of One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch…
Will you get a solar rebate from your power company?
The Electricity Authority will soon require distributors to pay rebates to reward customers generating electricity, such as rooftop…