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…
Waihī man charged after $9million meth smuggling attempt uncovered by Customs
Police arrested a 31-year-old man from Waihī, who appeared in the Tauranga District Court on drug smuggling charges…
Police, intelligence agencies warn businesses and venues of extremist threats at crowded spaces
They urge those in charge of crowded places to seek expert advice and set detailed emergency plans for…
Hamish Kerr wins high jump gold at World Athletics Championships
“Geordie [Beamish] and I won world indoor titles on the same day. He gave me a kick after…
Wellington house-price slump weighs on national average, median house now $761,000
A spokesperson for REINZ said public sector headwinds, buyer caution and investor retreat were some factors having a…
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…
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…
Deep brand green garlic recalled due to possible salmonella presence
The affected green garlic can be returned to the place of purchase for a refund. NZFS said it…
NZTA rolls out mobile trailer cameras to catch speeding drivers, Auckland to see first unit
“Using mobile trailers also allows us to have our cameras out for longer stretches of time, and to…
Talley’s defamation case against TVNZ begins in High Court
“They crossed the line from factual reporting to exaggeration, misinterpretations, and outright falsities.” Both parties have employed high-profile…