Rowing NZ considers second complaint over 1988 Maadi Cup result
The first complaint came on March 11, 2026, and was met with a Rowing NZ reply on March…
Fireworks ban: Select committee backs end to public sales and use
The four-member committee was unanimous in its recommendation, but Fleming said he didn’t expect any change before this…
How hantavirus was on cruise ship for weeks before being discovered
A deadly outbreak of the rare hantavirus unfolded over the course of weeks on a cruise ship that…
Winston Peters’ meddling sparks turning point in coalition dynamics – Audrey Young
This week represents a turning point in coalition dynamics not seen before in any coalition Government. But National…
Greens call for ‘urgent inquiry’ into Heinz Wattie’s and McCain plant closures
A harvester collecting sweetcorn for McCain in Hastings. The confirmation came three days after McCain announced it would…
Greens call for ‘urgent inquiry’ into Heinz Wattie’s and McCain plant closures
A harvester collecting sweetcorn for McCain in Hastings. The confirmation came three days after McCain announced it would…
Government’s oil-crisis response slick so far but the real test is coming; Labour navigates dangerous times – Audrey Young
This was the week that the importance of diesel as the lifeblood of the economy was rammed home,…
Coward punch law reform: Charity pushes for mandatory minimum jail terms
Trust secretary Mike Angove said the case highlighted what it called a “systemic failure” in New Zealand’s sentencing…
Winston Peters demands Covid-19 vaccine injury inquiry after Royal Commission report
During this period, vaccine mandates and limitations for those who did not hold a vaccine pass were in…
Police select new roadside drug testing device, Securetec DrugWipe 3 S, for rollout in Wellington
Greally said the equipment had been tested for accuracy by officers and an independent forensic laboratory. This was…