Christopher Luxon announces:Election to be held on 7 November
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced the election will be on 7 November, continuing the tradition in recent years of setting a date at the start of the political year.…
Man, vehicle swept away in north Auckland as passenger escapes
A man is missing after being swept away in his vehicle by floodwaters near Warkworth this morning. Senior Sergeant Carl Fowlie said police received reports of a man being washed…
Māori delegation eyes deeper business, cultural ties with India
A Māori delegation of business and community leaders, chefs, educators and a kapa haka group is travelling to India this week in a bid to explore business opportunities and deepen…
US reality star ‘almost knocked down’ in Auckland robbery
Former American reality TV personality Kate Gosselin said she was “almost knocked over” during an attempted robbery at a New World in Auckland recently. Gosselin, who starred in the show…
Red heavy rain warnings for North Island regions: Metservice on high alert
Four red-level heavy rain warnings have been issued as a tropical low approaches New Zealand from the north today. MetService said Northland, Coromandel Peninsula, the Bay of Plenty including Rotorua,…
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How much value could a granny flat add to your property?
Consents are no longer needed to build a granny flat – but how much does it add to a property’s value? By Susan Edmunds of RNZ The rule change took…
Striking Chatham Islands phytoplankton bloom captured from space
A striking ring of blue‑green swirls appeared around the Chatham Islands earlier this month, with a large phytoplankton bloom so extensive it was captured by satellites orbiting hundreds of kilometres…
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Muanpuii Saiawi has been appointed as the next High Commissioner of India to New Zealand.
The Government of India announced on 19 January 2026 the appointment of Muanpuii Saiawi (IFS: 2005) as the next High Commissioner of India to New Zealand. She is currently serving…
‘Warning amounts’ of rain possible as severe weather alerts extended
Multiple severe weather warnings have been issued as the upper North Island faces periods of persistent, intense rainfall, with more widespread rain expected to spread south from tomorrow. MetService said…
You need all the travel documentsfore heading overseas.
Planning an overseas trip this year? You may need to check that you have more than just your passport before you fly – and that you’re on top of the…
India–New Zealand FTA: Opening a New Chapter in Economic Engagement
The recent announcement of the conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and New Zealand marks an important step forward in strengthening economic engagement between the two countries.…
Stay in Your Lane: Peters to Breman
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has publicly urged Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) Governor Anna Breman to focus on domestic monetary policy and avoid involvement in U.S. political matters. The…
Historic First-Ever NZ IPL Junior Opening Ceremony Held in Auckland
Auckland witnessed a landmark moment for junior cricket today with the successful *first-ever IPL-style Opening Ceremony for NZ IPL Junior*, marking a new chapter in youth sports and community engagement…
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‘Turn your backs’: Ethnic leaders call for calm after Sikh parade disruptions
Two religious processions organised by members of the Sikh community have been disrupted by protesters linked to Destiny Church in recent weeks . Photo: Supplied A prominent ethnic community leader…
Jaishankar-Rubio call focuses on trade, defence and critical minerals
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, with the two sides reviewing key areas of bilateral cooperation, including trade, critical minerals, nuclear…
Close collaboration between India and Germany is important for entire world
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the growing momentum in India-Germany ties, underscoring the importance of deeper economic cooperation between the two countries as German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz…
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After a brutal year, is the economy finally turning a corner?
The last 12 months have been a grind for households and businesses. Tight budgets, high interest rates, and rising costs made life tough. But economists say relief may finally be…
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Indian Kite Festival 2026 – Auckland’s Skies to Come Alive
A Celebration of Multiculturalism The Indian Kite Festival has become a much-loved fixture on Auckland’s summer calendar, bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds for a day of colour,…
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Health Minister Simeon Brown commissions urgent review after Manage MyHealth cyber breach
The Ministry of Health has been asked to carry out a review into how a recent cyber attack on ManageMyHealth was handled, following concerns that the personal information of tens…
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Govt’s new year changes: How they’ll affect your wallet
Motorists will pay more to register their vehicles from today, but prescription costs will drop in February – all part of a series of changes rolling out in the new…
Jacinda Ardern on her cancer scare and a chilling public bathroom encounter.
The world’s media was lining up to interview Dame Jacinda Ardern about her memoir, A Different Kind of Power – CBS, BBC, even Oprah. But as the former prime minister…
Severe thunderstorm watch for much of North Island .
Thunderstorm warning issued. (Source: istock.com) A severe thunderstorm watch is in place for a large swathe of the North Island this New Year’s Eve, from Whangārei in the north to…
Papakura rowdy house revealed as Auckland’s worst for noise complaints.
Driving down Duke St, Papakura, you would not suspect it to contain Auckland’s unruliest house. The quiet, suburban street dotted with a mix of brick and tile and weatherboard houses…
Nurse’s autistic son could face deportation after Immigration NZ rejects visa
A Nelson nurse says he is living in fear as he tries to stop the deportation of his autistic child. Immigration New Zealand has denied 5-year-old Aidhan Nithin a pathway…
India New Zealand Business Council Welcomes Landmark NZ–India Free Trade Agreement
India and New Zealand have struck a comprehensive free trade agreement, and India’s cabinet has now, reportedly, also signed off on the deal. The India New Zealand Business Council (INZBC)…