Luxon, Starmer talk war and cost of living in call
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke with his British counterpart Sir Keir Starmer on Wednesday night to discuss the Iran and Ukraine wars, as well as the cost of living. Luxon…
Heavy rain, snow across central North and South Island on roads over long weekend
As the long weekend approaches, road users are being urged to be wary of potential ice and freezing fog on central South Island highways. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA)…
RBNZ leaves Official Cash Rate unchanged at 2.25%
Reserve Bank leaves official cash rate at 2.25 percent in split vote RBNZ says Middle East conflict driving inflation spike Much uncertainty about breadth and depth of inflation shock, says…
Eid al-Adha: Sambhal Police tighten security, hold flag march, ban open sacrifices
Ahead of the Eid al-Adha festivities, the Sambhal police administration has intensified security measures across sensitive areas in the district as the region prepares to observe the festival. Authorities conducted…
Minister defends claiming $1000 accommodation allowance for mortgage-free apartment – but won’t say what her costs are
Social development minister Louise Upston has defended claiming $52,000 a year for an apartment she owns in Wellington, but won’t explain what costs it is covering. Ministerial expense claims show…
Is it OK for non-Māori to perform haka? New show investigates appropriation
What’s the difference between appreciation and appropriation is the question actor and comedian Kura Forrester asks in a new series, reports Mariana Whareaitu. Is it OK for non-Māori to wear…
Cabinet Ministry announces Pre-Budget briefing
Businesses will be able to access cheaper loans to help reduce their dependence on gas as part of a new scheme in Thursday’s Budget. The move was announced by ministers…
Foodstuffs North Island hosts international supplier expo with major focus on Indian food ranges
Foodstuffs North Island today brought together supermarket owner operators and international food suppliers from across New Zealand as part of a major International Supplier Expo focused on expanding authentic global…
New Zealand Introduces New Anti-Stalking Law
New Zealand will officially make stalking a criminal offence from 26 May under the Crimes Legislation (Stalking and Harassment) Amendment Bill, marking a significant shift in how the justice system…
Backing Kiwis with Stronger Schools and a Stronger Economy
We can’t have prosperity – more jobs, more opportunity, and higher wages for hard working Kiwis – without security. In an increasingly volatile world, a country’s ability to withstand international…
Immigration Debate: Driven More by Fear Than Facts
New Zealand’s latest population figures show net migration reached 24,200 in the year to March, with fewer residents leaving and more newcomers arriving than during the previous year. Although immigration…
Air NZ Launches Three New Christchurch International Routes
Air New Zealand has announced the launch of three new non-stop international routes from Christchurch, marking a major boost for South Island connectivity and economic growth. The airline confirmed that…
Luxon and Willis Target Bureaucracy in Push for Digital-First Government.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has outlined a public sector reform plan aimed at delivering about 2.4 billion dollars in savings over four years by encouraging government agencies to replace portions…
New Zealand at a Crossroads: Balancing Beauty and Opportunity
By Dr. Sethi K.C. New Zealand is widely admired as one of the world’s most peaceful and naturally beautiful nations. Its stunning landscapes, democratic values, environmental awareness, and balanced lifestyle…
147th Girmit Remembrance Day Honours Fiji Community!
The 147th Fiji Girmit Remembrance Day was commemorated with great pride and emotion on Saturday, 16 May, at the Malaeola Community Centre in Māngere, Auckland, bringing together more than one…
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to visit New Zealand
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to make a visit to New Zealand, possibly in July. Earlier this year both the New Zealand and Indian governments indicated preparations were…
‘Crap’: David Seymour ejected from the House after clash with Speaker
ACT Party leader David Seymour has been booted from the House this afternoon, after calling out Speaker Gerry Brownlee’s treatment of his colleague.As Labour’s Dan Rosewarne began asking a question,…
Speed camera removed after causing traffic to ‘veer’ into opposing lane
A New Zealand Transport Agency mobile speed camera trailer unit has been removed by police from State Highway 1 after forcing traffic to “veer” into the other lane, according to…
Nicola Willis’ public service cuts to save $2.4b, 8700 jobs to go,major Government shake-up announced
The Government expects to save $2.4 billion overhauling the public service, including reducing the number of departments, increasing artificial intelligence use, and cutting public servants by nearly 9000. As the…
Petrol, diesel prices hiked by 90 paise per litre
Fuel prices across the country witnessed a sharp increase, as petrol and diesel rates were hiked by an average of 90 paise per litre on Tuesday. In Delhi, petrol prices…
Elon Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI, jury cites expired statute of limitations
Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Monday (local time) lost a lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman after a federal court jury in California ruled that Musk had waited too long…
West Bengal police arrests TMC leader Abdul Kader Haque over allegations of post-poll physical assault, violence
West Bengal police have arrested Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Abdul Kader Haque on Monday following serious allegations of post-poll physical assault and violence. Meanwhile, fresh action has been initiated in…
Uttarakhand: 3 coaches of Ujjain Express derail near Yog Nagari station in Rishikesh; Inquiry ordered
Ujjain Express met with an accident near Yog Nagari Railway Station in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand on Monday night around 9:30 pm as three coaches of the train derailed. The incident took…
Māori-Indian gathering in Waikato a step towards reconciliation and unity
An important step toward reconciliation and cultural understanding was achieved at a multi-community gathering held at Trust Waikato in Hamilton over the weekend. On Saturday, former Te Pāti Māori president…
Poll shows NZ First voters want to keep National in government
The Taxpayers Union says its latest poll, from Curia, shows most NZ First supporters want National to remain in government. The right-wing lobby group last week released the headline results…