NZ’s low productivity is often blamed on businesses staying small. That could be a strength in 2026
By Rod McNaughton of Photo: 123rf Analysis: For decades, we have heard a familiar story about why New…
Eyes of world’s longest-living vertebrate, the Greenland shark, show little ageing
By Peter de Kruijff, ABC Greenland sharks can live for up to 400 years, so some sharks alive…
Nine-year fight for cover: Family claim acne drug gave teen severe OCD
First published on Nine years ago, Harry was a typical teenager who played the piano, excelled at school…
Mass whale stranding on Farewell Spit
Volunteers stood down by 10pm but promised to be back at first light, alongside Department of Conservation staff.…
Ben Austin died in a cricketing tragedy. His parents Jace and Tracey blame no-one as they speak out for the first time
By Mike Lorigan and Melissa Polimeni, ABC The talented young cricketer was struck in the neck with a…
Couple surprised to find kiwi trying to have a sleepover
The kiwi was ushered outside where it ran off (file image). Photo: supplied A couple staying with friends…
‘It can’t be worse, right?’: What’s ahead for the economy in 2026
Photo: 123rf The past year was a tough grind for many households and businesses but forecasters say there…
‘We’ve been looking since 2014’
A species of threatened fish has managed to survive massive habitat loss, according to RNZ. Auckland researchers have…
World-first as Australian donates organs after self-administering assisted dying medication
By Caitlyn Gribbin and Rachel Carbonell, ABC Karen Duncan (left in photo) was diagnosed with MND in August…
Starlink withdraws satellite services from Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea’s capital, Port Moresby below Photo: RNZ Pacific/Moera Tuilaepa-Taylor Starlink has fully withdrawn their satellite services…
Rare Hector’s or Māui dolphin spotted in Northland prompts questions
Scientists are asking people to watch out for any Māui or Hector’s dolphins spotted in North Island waters,…
Doctors delay surgery for patients on GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic over increased risk of pulmonary aspiration
By Stephanie Dalzell, ABC President of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists says the drugs slowed…