Recent articles from publications based in New Zealand.
Does KiwiSaver really make us better off?
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
With $11 billion going into New Zealanders' KiwiSaver accounts over the past year, and a combined balance of almost $150b, it might seem that the answer is obviously yes.
Visual arts and music a favourite for primary, intermediate students - study shows
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
A national study shows the visual arts and music are the most popular art subjects among primary and intermediate children.
Do you know how risky your home is?
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
New Zealanders may not have enough information about how risky their homes really are, one insurer says.
Long-term migrant's residency appeal fails while awaiting murder trial
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
A migrant dairy worker facing a murder charge in Africa has failed in his last chance of settling permanently in New Zealand.
Tauranga ratepayers group slams secrecy around Marty Grenfell's resignation
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
A Tauranga ratepayers group is slamming the secrecy around the council chief executive's resignation.
Complex earthworks project sees Northland community's road connection restored
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
A small Northland community is celebrating as its main connection to the outside world is about to open for the first time in more than eight months.
Explainer: How and why methamphetamine is flooding New Zealand
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
Explainer - Methamphetamine is taking a massive toll on Aotearoa, from the cities to the regions. It's wrecking lives and destroying communities as usage continues to rise.
Massage therapist jailed for more than 11 years on sexual offence charges
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
A Christchurch massage therapist convicted of sexually offending against 15 women has been jailed for more than 11 years.
NZ fishing guides call for cap on number of seasonal Australian guides
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
NZ fishing guides call for cap on number of seasonal Australian guides Australian fishing guides are crowding out locals, says the New Zealand Professional Guides Association, and a new license is...
Bikepackers to take on 'ridiculous looking ride' to the six corners of Golden Bay
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
Bikepacking enthusiasts will gather in Golden Bay this weekend to take on a gruelling challenge that takes riders to remote coastlines and through national parks on a mix of sealed and gravel...
Cycle groups welcome road rule changes but walking advocates cite increased risk
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
Cycle groups are pumped at law changes coming into effect today that aim to improve safety for non motorists on the roads and footpaths.
Nearly $4 million announced towards collecting forestry waste to be turned into biofuel
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
Nearly $4 million in funding will go towards setting up collection points for forestry waste that can be turned into biofuel.
Mainland Air chief 'really pleased' how former student handled mid-air stabbing
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
Mainland Air chief 'really pleased' how former student handled mid-air stabbing When Philip Kean saw his former student on the news, involved in a mid-air stabbing over the Middle East, it was a...
Pacific teams gear up for Summer Youth Olympics
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
Pacific Island contingents to the Summer Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, are finalising their preparations ahead of the event.
'I trusted him wholeheartedly': Remembering the life and times of Phil Gifford
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
Two things should probably be made clear at the start of a reflection on the life and times of Phil Gifford - the broadcaster, sports journalist, raconteur and family man.
'Queens feeling confident': Cook Islands women dance their way to health
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
Cook Islands women are dancing their way into healthier, happier lives through traditional dance.
Is it safe to charge your phone overnight?
RNZ National·11d ago
It’s bedtime. You set your alarm, notice your phone is down to 23 percent battery, plug it in beside the bed and go to sleep.
New Zealanders want to retain access to cash
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
New Zealanders want access to cash - and some want even stricter standards for its provision than the Reserve Bank had proposed.
Fiji election: Strict campaign rules set for parties and candidates
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
Political parties, candidates and Members of Parliament (MPs) gearing up towards Fiji's upcoming general elections have been encouraged to adhere to strict campaign rules to avoid getting into...
Wellington City Council, Tiaki Wai prosecuted over Moa Point plant disaster
RNZ Nationalby RNZ; Te Reo Irirangi o Aotearoa·11d ago
Wellington City Council, Tiaki Wai prosecuted over Moa Point plant disaster Greater Wellington Regional Council is prosecuting Wellington City Council and Tiaki Wai over the catastrophic failure at...
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