The world is at a crossroads after the latest conflict!
The world is watching in horror as the war, now raging for over a week, continues to escalate. It began on the night of 28 February, when Israel and the…
West Asia conflict: White House confirms US Navy did not escort vessels via Strait of Hormuz
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Tuesday said that the United States has not escorted any vessels or tankers via the Strait of Hormuz amid the developing security situation…
Immigration New Zealand hunts missing Indian Holi performers after visas expire
Immigration New Zealand is searching for members of an Indian Holi performance group who have overstayed their visas after failing to leave the country. According to a report by the…
Nearly 5500 Waikato Health New Zealand staff not paid overnight due to glitch
One of the thousands of North Island health workers who were not paid overnight has been dipping into her son’s bank account while she has just $2 in hers. Health…
Brain Drain Debate Resurfaces as Kiwis Seek Opportunities in Australia
The issue of “brain drain” has once again entered public discussion, with growing numbers of New Zealanders moving to Australia in search of better career opportunities and higher wages. The…
Survey Reveals Investors Pulling Back from Property – And Questions Rise Over Aussie Bank Profits | Inside Economics
A fresh survey shows Australian investors pulling back from housing markets as affordability pressures, higher borrowing costs, and regulatory scrutiny temper demand. At the same time, banks are posting solid…
Trump says the ‘big wave’ is yet to come in Iran
US President Donald Trump told CNN in a nine-minute phone interview that the US military is “knocking the crap” out of Iran – but the “big wave” is yet to…
The New Zealand share market has opened sharply lower following the latest conflict in the Middle East.
A generic image of the NZX (file photo). (Source: 1News) The benchmark NZX50 opened down 1%, before extending its losses to be down 1.3% mid-morning.Market heavyweights Auckland Airport, Fisher &…
Auckland commuters warned to prepare for congestion as March Madness begins NZ Herald
Officials are warning Auckland commuters to prepare for a significant surge in traffic as the “March Madness” period begins. Congestion peaks in Auckland this month as the last returnees from…
“Every boy is match-winner in this team”: BCCI president Mithun Manhas on J-K’s Ranji Trophy triumph
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Mithun Manhas praised Jammu and Kashmir’s consistent performance as they won the Ranji Trophy, saying they’ve beaten top teams at…
T20 WC: India keep semifinal hopes alive with clinical 72-run win over Zimbabwe; Abhishek, Pandya, Arshdeep shine
A clinical Team India, powered by fifties from Abhishek Sharma and Hardik Pandya and a fiery spell by Arshdeep Singh, powered their way back into contention for a semifinal spot…
One in seven New Zealand children living in hardship, new data shows
The lack of progress happening in New Zealand to reduce child poverty is both “hugely disappointing” and “unacceptable”, the Children’s Commissioner says. Data released by Stats NZ on Wednesday for…
NZ-India FTA must protect workers and students
Labour has a strong history of supporting free trade, and we want to see an agreement with India that benefits both nations. Our free trade agreements must not cause harm…
Sunny Kaushal’s Push Yields Stronger Powers
The Government has confirmed it will tighten laws dealing with antisocial behaviour by introducing move-on orders — a reform long championed by retail advocates including Sunny Kaushal. The new powers…
Political support for NZ-India FTA getting closer – trade minister
The Free Trade Agreement with India is better than almost every other trade agreement with India, says the trade minister, who is optimistic it will get the political support needed…
Jack Hargreaves admits the murder of his brother, armed seizure of car after Hamilton shooting
Jack Hargreaves’ brother and flatmate were trying to get into his bedroom when he fired three shotgun rounds through the door they were standing in front of. A short time…
Housing market’s ‘tale of two islands’
New Zealand’s housing market is a “tale of two islands”, one economist says – as the fortunes of sellers and house hunters in the South Island rapidly diverge from their…
Winston on the rise? Party leaders react to 1News poll
Winston Peters asked about the latest 1News poll. (Source: 1News) He’s not normally a fan of them, but Winston Peters may have cause to smile at the latest 1News poll…
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Labour sets its demands on Govt’s India deal before backing it
By Justin Hu, Digital Reporter – Politics New Zealand confirms free-trade agreement with India The agreement is set to be signed in the first half of next year. New Zealand…