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National’s Te Tai Hauāuru candidate sidesteps questions on Government’s Maori policies
6+ hour, 32+ min ago (786+ words) National’s newest Māori candidate won’t say whether she agrees with the Government’s policies affecting Māori. But Coral Raukawa did question the Government’s decision to require local councils with a Māori ward to hold a referendum on the issue – which will…...
Fewer Kiwis jumping the ditch as economic perspectives shift
2+ hour, 56+ min ago (97+ words) There’s more evidence the mass exodus to Australia appears to be turning a corner. Latest Stats NZ figures show net migration from New Zealand to Australia last year was down 8.4% compared to the year before. Newstalk ZB analysis of official…...
"Nothing to worry about": Tourism Holdings CEO waves off concerns over small dip in international arrivals
2+ hour, 32+ min ago (157+ words) It's thought a small dip in international visitors is nothing to worry about. International arrivals fell 1.8% between April and May, but remain 6.7% higher than a year ago. Australia and China continue to be New Zealand's biggest visitor markets, despite fewer…...
Greater confidence in world's ability to weather effects of Iran war with US set to resume blockades
3+ hour, 31+ min ago (147+ words) There is confidence global economic resilience is growing in response to volatile oil prices and conflict in the Middle East. The US will soon block Iranian ports again, but Donald Trump's abandoned his plan for a 20% fee on cargo passing…...
New data shows more Kiwis have an appetite for takeaways
17+ hour, 18+ min ago (99+ words) Newstalk ZB Follow the podcast on New data shows that Kiwis spent a collective $1.1 billion on takeaways in the first quarter of 2026, as delivery services see more popularity. Delivereasy, Uber Eats, and DoorDash are becoming a key part of New…...
Calls for stronger police presence at Karangahape Rd ahead of CRL opening
16+ hour, 49+ min ago (92+ words) 'Enough is enough': Calls for stronger police presence at Karangahape Rd ahead of CRL opening Newstalk ZB Follow the podcast on Calls for a 24-hour police presence in Auckland's Karangahape precinct before the City Rail Link opens. Two men are…...
From the Archives: Sir Sam Neill in 2016 reflects on key films, moments, and mentors from his life.
18+ hour, 37+ min ago (103+ words) Newstalk ZB Follow the podcast on On Monday, news broke that beloved Kiwi actor Sir Sam Neill had died at the age of 78, after his family issued a statement online. In 2016, he spoke to Real Life with John Cowan on…...
'Liability': SolarZero customers locked into contracts with liquidated service
18+ hour, 10+ min ago (91+ words) Customers of a liquidated solar-panel subscription service are complaining they're stuck in expensive contracts. SolarZero went into liquidation in 2024, with thousands of customers still on 20-year-agreements. Now many customers say their power bills are rising more than expected - with no…...
New study reveals link between nitrate in drinking water and premature births
17+ hour, 2+ min ago (133+ words) Newstalk ZB Follow the podcast on New evidence suggests nitrate in drinking water could increase the risk of premature birth. A study of more than 700,000 birth records and estimated nitrate levels at the mother's residence, found it potentially contributes to…...
Kerre Woodham: The conversation around replacing our ageing warships
22+ hour, 25+ min ago (724+ words) Newstalk ZB Follow the podcast on I would like to get your feedback on whether or not we should be upgrading our warships. New Zealand's two main warships will reach the end of their working lives within about a decade,…...