‘Not a race’: Christopher Luxon tight lipped on recognising Palestinian state
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is staying tight lipped on…
Popular Wellington Cafe calls for more pathways to residency for hospitality workers
John Pennington says they rely on foreign workers as very few New Zealanders applied for the roles they…
Raglan’s Xtreme Zero Waste bans Shein fast-fashion garments
Xtreme Zero Waste in Raglan. Photo: xtremezerowaste.org.nz Raglan’s Xtreme Zero Waste recycling centre is banning castoffs from China-based,…
Unlicensed West Auckland dentist Narayan Prasad treated 500 patients
By Tracy Neal, Open Justice reporter of Photo: 123RF A man treated by an imposter dentist described his…
Black Power member accused of killing former gang president has charges withdrawn
Albert Enoka. Photo: Supplied A Black Power member accused of killing a former gang president in Lower Hutt…
NDAs preventing consultation on crucial education changes – teachers
The Ministry of Education has required teachers to sign non-disclosure agreements. Photo: 123RF The Principals Federation and the…
Granny flat legislation: Select committee calls for minor amendments
The bill allowing small homes to be built without a consent is expected to pass by the end…
Hospital system under pressure blamed for increased staff assaults
Some assaults take place outside hospitals, as staff leave or arrive for work. Photo: Photo / RNZ 30…
Trump’s $170k visa fee rattles applicants – but Kiwis already plotting workarounds says expert
Photo: 123RF A massive US$100,000 (NZ$170,000) fee slapped on a popular US work visa has sent shockwaves through…
Lake Whakatipu ferry service in Queenstown expanded, now permanent
Otago Regional Council’s Julian Phillips and Watersports co-owner Iraj Barabi at a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Queenstown on Monday.…
Hong Kong airport will shut for 36 hours as Typhoon Ragasa nears
Hong Kong International Airport. Photo: AFP / Zhu Wei Hong Kong International Airport will suspend all passenger flights…
SPCA urges people to ask for help after four puppies abandoned
The four puppies were found in a cage at the Nelson SPCA early last Friday morning. Photo: Supplied…