Reti earmarks $70m of new agency’s budget for AI commercialisation grants
The Government defunded Callaghan, merged several Crown Research Institutes and trimmed what it called “blue sky” research funding…
New Zealand June quarter GDP drops 0.9% – Stats NZ
The fall followed a revised 1.2% rise in GDP in the March quarter. For the June year, Stats…
Chinese Embassy slams New Zealand security and intelligence agencies, warns travellers to ‘remain vigilant’
“Previously, there have been several reported cases of Chinese citizens experiencing similar harassment during entry or transit in…
Kuhu Mai turns Hastings car parks into new park space for unhoused whānau
“We were looking at solutions and there were suggestions of putting a screen up or doing something to…
Aviation Action Plan released: Changes for Ōhakea, regional airlines, aim to speed up new drone rules
The permanent council will report to the minister annually on progress. The plan will be refreshed and reviewed…
Partial solar eclipse to be visible across New Zealand
A partial solar eclipse was a rare event which had not been seen in New Zealand for at…
Trump warns of financial penalties after New York governor endorses Mamdani for mayor
Adams is weighing the future of his campaign as polls show him consistently in fourth place behind Mamdani,…
What it’s like at Lakestone Lodge in Twizel, New Zealand
Lakestone Lodge sits alone above the water, blending into the dry grass of the surrounding hills, and its…
Donald Trump says bringing $25b lawsuit against New York Times
The news outlet reported last week that Trump had threatened legal action against it in relation to articles…
Māori stage departs Polyfest festival to new venue and different dates, cultural unity questioned
Organisers made the announcement today, saying the new Māori stage performances times aligned better with events such as…
Suspicious fire at New Lynn, West Auckland barbershop
Photos from the scene show extensive damage to the building. Fire crews responded to the blaze just after…
Gold Prices Poised to Break New Record at $3,700 an Ounce
Jakarta. Global gold prices are expected to continue their upward momentum, with analysts predicting the precious metal could…