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Gavin Grey: 16-year-old boy arrested over 'deliberate' felling of a famous tree at Hadrian's Wall

29 Sep 2023

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A 16-year-old boy was arrested Thursday in northern England in connection with what authorities described as the “deliberate” felling of a famous ...

Peter Lewis: Trading of shares of property developer China Evergrande suspended in Hong Kong

29 Sep 2023

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Trading in shares of heavily indebted Chinese property developer China Evergrande Group was suspended in Hong Kong on Thursday, according to a notice ...

Hayden Wilson: Dentons chair recaps this year's Mood of the Boardroom survey

29 Sep 2023

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No surprise at all, this year's Mood of the Boardroom survey has shown that businesses are extremely disappointed in the Labour government. But it als...

Sports Huddle: All Blacks vs Italy, netballers overseas, Dally M awards

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The All Blacks are back in Rugby World Cup action in a do-or-die clash with Italy. They go in as overwhelming favourites, but a loss would see the All...

Tony Johnson: Sky Sport rugby commentator previews the All Blacks' do-or-die clash with Italy

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The All Blacks are back in action tomorrow morning at the Rugby World Cup. The near-full-strength team will go into their clash with Italy in Lyon as ...

Chris Brandolino: Niwa principal scientist on the official start of El Niño

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s official - El Nino has begun. The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (Niwa) announced the start of the weather cycle in its...

Pierre van Heerden: Grocery Commissioner says pulling Weet-Bix from The Warehouse supply is unusual

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Questions are being raised about why Weet-Bix is no longer being supplied to The Warehouse. The Commerce Commission's looking into Sanitarium's decisi...

Nicola Willis: National finance spokesperson says benefit moves in fiscal budget are a point of principle

29 Sep 2023

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Nicola Willis says saving taxpayers' money isn't her party's primary motivation for a plan to index benefits to inflation. She recommitted to the pled...

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Political Editor picks apart National's fiscal plan

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

National has released its fiscal plan ahead of the election. But the operating allowance is the biggest difference between it and Labour’s – with ...

Dan Mitchinson: House Republicans make their case for Biden impeachment inquiry at first hearing

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

House Republicans launched a formal impeachment hearing Thursday against President Joe Biden, promising to “provide accountability” as they probe ...

Jason Pine: Weekend Sport hopes previews All Blacks v Italy - with a quarterfinal spot on the line

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s do-or-die time for the All Blacks, if they want to keep their Rugby World Cup hopes alive. Despite bringing out a largely full-strength team, a...

Sue Gaudion: Australian netball commentator says we need to let New Zealand players play in Australia

29 Sep 2023

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An Australian netball commentator reckons we need to change the rules and let New Zealand netballers play in teams across the ditch if they want to. T...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the British Airways pilot who was sacked after going on cocaine binge before flight

28 Sep 2023

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A British Airways pilot was sacked from his job after allegedly snorting cocaine before he was due to fly a plane back to London. An air hostess raise...

The Huddle: Which Chris won last night's leaders debate?

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and ...

Brian Tamaki: Freedom and Rights Coalition leader says the media and police overreacted to his movement's demonstration

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Wellington protest has wrapped up peacefully. Around 2000 people marched from Civic Square to Parliament today as part of Brian Tamaki's Freedom a...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host responds to latest ASB rural report

28 Sep 2023

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ASB's latest rural report warns New Zealand's farming community is set to keep having their resilience tested. The report says farmers are in for anot...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds senior portfolio manager on the impact of unions and organised labour

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The uptick in strikes across the world has generated awareness about the impact of organised labour. This week has been a big one for unions, after th...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on Westpac hiking up their mortgage rates again

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Westpac has hiked their mortgage rates up again, joining Kiwibank and BNZ. From tomorrow, Westpac is lifting its standard rates for its two-year and f...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the nation's Transport Department heads being investigated over rejection of extra Qatar Airways flights

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A parliamentary committee is investigating the Australian Government's decision to block extra Qatar Airways flights. The committee aims to compel Tra...

Jason Walls: ZB Political Editor thinks Winston Peters stands to benefit from Labour and National's coalition clash

28 Sep 2023

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Winston Peters could be the one benefiting most from Labour and National's coalition squabbles. In last night's Leaders Debate, Labour's Chris Hipkins...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks side named to face Italy in World Cup match

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Damian McKenzie will come off the All Blacks bench for the first time this year as coach Ian Foster moulds his side to play Italy on Saturday morning....

Danny Bedingfield: Prostate Cancer Foundation President asks Labour and National to support prostate cancer early detection trial

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Campaigners for one of the nation's deadliest cancers feel like their cause is being ignored this election. At last night's debate, Luxon and Hipkins ...

Tania Benyon: The Warehouse Chief Product Officer on Sanitarium pulling Weet-Bix products from the retailer

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From Saturday, a Kiwi breakfast staple will be removed from The Warehouse's cereal aisle. Sanitarium is no longer providing Weet-Bix products to any W...

Michael Dearth: Kiwi restaurateur on The Grove being named world's 11th best fine dining eatery by Tripadvisor

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland restaurant The Grove has been named the 11th best fine dining eatery in the world, according to Tripadvisor.  Tripadvisor's list measures tr...

Tim Jones: Living Streets President 'gutted' e-scooters get another five-year legal exemption

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Waka Kotahi has given e-scooters another legal exemption for five years. It allows them to be used without being classified as motor vehicles- meaning...

Hinewai Ormsby: Hawkes Bay Regional Councillor says the region will need more than extra $10 million to recover after Cyclone Gabrielle

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The cyclone clean-up in Hawkes Bay has been given a cash injection, but officials say it's not enough. The Government's announced another $10 million ...

Sue Harrison and Geordie Rogers: Property Investors Federation President and Renters United President on ACT's new housing policy

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Property Investors Federation welcomes ACT's proposed housing policy changes- but tenant advocacy groups are sceptical. The plan includes reinstat...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Winston's back in Government, isn't he?

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I don’t quite know how we’re back here, but we are- Winston's back in Government, isn’t he?  I think all the signs now point to the f...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman being rebuked by the UN over proposed Refugee Convention changes

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The UN has slapped down the UK for seeking changes to the UN’s Refugee Convention.  Home Secretary Suella Braverman says fearing discrimination for...

The Huddle: Does our justice system need to prioritise victims?

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the fo...

Alan McDonald: EMA Head of Advocacy on employment confidence declining in new Westpac survey

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Employment confidence is declining, with workers claiming it's gotten harder to find jobs. The Westpac McDermott Miller employment confidence index fe...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the property market heating up in August

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The property market roared to life in August, according to new data.  The Reserve Bank's latest mortgage lending data shows banks issued $5.8 billion...

Frances Sweetman: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on Labour's 'careful and balanced' fiscal plan

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Labour Party has laid out their newly proposed fiscal policy ahead of the election. Labour has pledged to look for more savings across the books, ...

Thomas Huthwaite: AJ Park litigation principal on whether Nadene Lomu has a case against the New Zealand Film Commission over proposed documentary

27 Sep 2023

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A legal expert has concluded Nadene Lomu may not be able to stop a documentary being made about her late husband. Jonah Lomu’s widow has written a c...

Ruth Money: independent victim advocate claims taxpayer contribution to Mama Hooch rapists highlights disparity between victims and offenders

27 Sep 2023

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An independent victim advocate says there's a mismatch between the support victims and offenders get from the justice system. Taxpayers have forked ou...

Alistair Boyce: Owner of Wellington's Backbencher Gastropub on the police precautions for upcoming protest

27 Sep 2023

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A Wellington business owner is incredibly frustrated over police precautions ahead of a planned protest.Brian Tamaki's Freedoms and Rights Coalition p...

Nicola Willis: National Deputy Leader says the election will come down to the wire following latest One News Verian Poll

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's looking increasingly likely Chris Luxon will have to pick up the phone to Winston Peters next month. Tonight's One News/ Verian Poll shows New Ze...

Paddy Gower: Newshub broadcaster slams Hipkins and Luxon as 'gutless' for not debating minor party colleagues

27 Sep 2023

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Newshub's Paddy Gower says National and Labour's leaders are gutless for refusing to debate their colleagues in the minor parties. He will moderate th...

David Parker: Labour Associate Finance spokesperson responds to National's criticism of proposed fiscal policy

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Labour's David Parker has responded to National's criticism of the Party's fiscal plan. The plan promises to look for more savings across the Governme...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Jonah Lomu’s widow writing a cease-and-desist letter to the New Zealand Film Commission over proposed documentary

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jonah Lomu’s widow has written a a cease-and-desist letter to the New Zealand Film Commission over a proposed documentary. Nadene Lomu claims she ha...

Jason Walls: ZB Political Editor on what to expect from tonight's leaders debate

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A prediction tonight's leaders debate may be more exciting than the last one. Chris vs Chris will appear on Newshub at 7 tonight, moderated by Patrick...

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the Writers Guild of America approving a three-year contract, ending the Hollywood writers strike

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hollywood writers will be picking up their pens again. Guild leaders unanimously voted to approve a new contract- ending the almost five-month strike ...

Mark Bourne: Watercare Chief Operations Officer on the Parnell sewer pipe damage shutting down several Auckland beaches

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland's beaches have been widely affected by damage to a sewer pipe in St Georges Bay - in Parnell. Wastewater's confirmed to be shooting into Wait...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the London Met police launching an investigation into Russell Brand

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Several women are speaking out against controversial comedian Russell Brand. London's Met Police have launched an investigation after receiving a numb...

The Huddle: How will voters respond to proposed benefit sanctions?

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro and Business Mentors NZ CEO Sarah Trotman joined in on a discussion about the following...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on farmers expressing concern over banks setting targets to reduce emissions

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Farmers have expressed alarm as some banks set targets to reduce emissions when their sector is under growing financial strain. BNZ has confirmed thei...

Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor on Air New Zealand struggling with ongoing plane shortage

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand is still figuring out how to deal with a shortage of planes after losing some of its fleet. The airline recently had to ground several...

Sam Rubin: Entertainment reporter on the Writers Guild of America reaching a deal with studios and streamers to end the Hollywood writers' strike

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Hollywood writers' strike has reportedly ended after nearly 5 months of strike action. Sources claim the Writers Guild of America has reached a te...

Edward Miller: First Union Policy Analyst calls for direct action as nation's biggest banks rake in record profits

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

First Union are publicly campaigning as the four big banks are raking in mega-profits. They say ANZ, ASB, BNZ and Westpac's profits have increased 80 ...

Aaron Dahmen: ZB chief political reporter follows Chris Luxon on the campaign trail at Auckland’s NorthWest mall

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

National's Chris Luxon was set to make an impression at Auckland’s NorthWest mall. Between declining a hairdresser's offer to moisturise his head, p...

Duncan MacDougall: Hamilton Council Park Services Manager on the region launching a no-mow trial for 13 green spaces

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hamilton authorities are ditching the lawnmower in parts of the city for the betterment of the planet. The City Council has launched a no-mow trial fo...

Emma Parr: Environment Canterbury Commander warns swells may delay rescue of fishing boat beached off Shell Bay

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Environment Canterbury's worried swells may delay the rescue of a fishing boat beached off the coast of Canterbury's Shell Bay. The vessel, which ran ...

Louise Upston: National social development spokeswoman refutes claim welfare policy will put more children into poverty

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

National denies their new welfare policy will put more children into poverty. The party wants a traffic light-style scheme, which sanctions beneficiar...

Jason Walls: ZB Political Editor on Labour Wellington Central candidate Ibrahim Omer claiming the party hasn't given up on wealth tax

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's growing speculation that Labour could eventually introduce a wealth tax. In a leaked video, Labour's Wellington Central candidate Ibrahim Omer...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews abruptly resigning from the role

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has announced his resignation. He'd called a sudden press conference in Melbourne this afternoon. Andrews has been in...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Caroline Wozniacki returning for her eighth ASB Classic

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Former world number one Caroline Wozniacki will return to her eighth ASB Classic with a new appreciation for the sport. The 2018 Australian Open champ...

Brendon Crompton: Blue Light Chief Operating Officer on children as young as 12 leaving school to work

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kids as young as 12 are leaving the classroom in search of work. Taupō Pathways For Youth Employment has been receiving calls from parents asking to ...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on London police officers handing in their firearms after Met officer charged with murder

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dozens of officers from London's Metropolitan Police have handed in their firearms over the weekend. This comes as a Met officer was charged with murd...

Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator responds to latest Newshub-Reid Research poll

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Both Labour and National took a dive in the latest Newshub-Reid Research poll. The National Party has lost nearly 2 points of support, taking it to ju...

Casey Costello: Migrant Exploitation Relief Foundation trustee on overstayers living in a West Auckland backyard shanty town

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

More overstaying migrants have been found to be living in inhumane conditions.  Several overstayers have been found in a backyard shantytown in West ...

Grant Watson: Synlait chief executive on the company reporting a $4.3 million annual loss

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Synlait Milk has reported an annual loss of $4.3 million, following a difficult few months for the industry. The Canterbury-based milk processor repor...

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the region's 'devastating' 40-6 World Cup loss to Wales in Lyon

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Australian rugby has experienced its darkest day in a while. The Wallabies are all but out of the Rugby World Cup following their second defeat, this ...

Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the Silver Ferns losing to England in Christchurch

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Silver Ferns haven't won any of their last five netball tests- and captain Ameliaranne Ekenasio is sick of the feeling. A month on from New Zealan...

David Parker: Labour Associate Finance spokesperson responds to latest Newshub Reid-Research poll

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Labour's Associate Finance spokesperson is looking on the bright side of the latest poll. The party has fallen a further 0.3 points to 26.5 and Nation...

Nedine Thatcher-Swann: Gisborne District Councillor determined to unpack what happened to beloved family dog

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gisborne District Council says a beloved family dog should've never been put down under its watch. An investigation has been launched after Sarge was ...

Andy Baird: Z Energy Retail General Manager says consumer demand for petrol is declining as prices spike

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Z Energy says demand for petrol is falling substantially, due to fuel price spikes and lifestyle changes among Kiwis. Brent crude oil prices are at a ...

Winston Peters: NZ First leader doesn't feel 'slighted' by revelation of being Luxon's second choice

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Winston Peters says he doesn't feel snubbed by being the National leader's last resort. Chris Luxon today confirmed he would work with New Zealand Fir...

The Front Bench: Luxon confirmed he'll work with Peters- could National lose support?

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Every Monday until the election The Front Bench will take on the biggest talking points of the election campaign. Heather du Plessis-Allan, Newstalk ...

Gavin Grey: Swedish climate minister threatened with no-confidence votes after climate budget cuts

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Further allegations against Russell Brand have emerged. A new accuser has claimed the actor, comedian and radio host exposed himself to her in a lift ...

Peter Lewis: Surveillance of Indian diplomats in Canada led to allegations around Sikh killing, official says

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The allegation of India’s involvement in the killing of a Sikh Canadian is based on surveillance of Indian diplomats in Canada, including intelligen...

Sports Huddle: Warriors vs Broncos, Springboks vs Ireland, Liam Lawson

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A chance for the Warriors to reach their first NRL Grand Final since 2011. But they'll have to get past a formidable Brisbane Broncos at Suncorp Stadi...

Lesley Smith: Water NZ acting technical director on installing a parasite barrier for Queenstown water

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Up to 23 cryptosporidium cases have been confirmed in Queenstown due to poor drinking water. Water regulator Taumata Arowai has ordered the council to...

Richard Agar: Warriors assistant coach previews do-or-die NRL preliminary finals clash with Brisbane Broncos

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A spectacular weekend awaits Warriors fans. Victory against the Brisbane Broncos on enemy turf will see the Kiwi outfit qualify for their first NRL Gr...

Johan Lidberg: Monash University Head of Journalism on Rupert Murdoch stepping down as Fox and News Corp chairman

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rupert Murdoch is stepping down from the role of chairman of News Corp and Fox at 92. The immediate successor appears to be his son Lachlan, but there...

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Political Editor on Labour MP Shanan Halbert facing bullying accusations

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Another allegation of bullying in the Labour Party. MP Shanan Halbert has been accused of bullying by several former staff dating back more than a yea...

Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives says it's frustrating the airlines are being blamed for airport congestion

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Airlines say they share customers' frustration at Auckland Airport's passenger congestion woes. Thousands are expected to fly in and out of the airpor...

Ginny Andersen: Labour police spokesperson says a 70 percent reduction in ram raids per month show their efforts are working

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Labour says efforts to crack down on ram raids are working. The party's police spokesperson is hitting back at claims by National Leader Chris Luxon t...

Dan Mitchinson: Zelenskyy delivers upbeat war message, Republican support softens

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has worked to shore up US support for Ukraine on a whirlwind visit to Washington this week, delivering an upbeat message...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Antoine Dupont's facial injury in 96-0 win over Namibia

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave joined Tim Dower to discuss France halfback Antoine Dupont's facial injury in the 96-0 win over Namibia, the Warrior...

Glenn Dobson: Drug Detection Agency CEO on the increase in positive cannabis tests in workplaces

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An increase in employees testing positive for cannabis. The Drug Detection Agency is attributing the rise to the proliferation of medicinal cannabis a...

Tim Dower: Did you learn anything from last night's powerbrokers debate?

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The powerbrokers’ debate last night – you learn anything from it? Your impression of anyone improve, or did you feel the shine coming off someone ...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Rishi Sunak overturning several net zero climate policies

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The UK is set to overturn several policies aimed at achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with Prime Minister Sunak promising a 'pragmatic' sol...

The Huddle: Should Chris Luxon confirm a collaboration with Winston Peters- or wait til after the election?

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Mycoplasma bovis being found on a Canterbury dairy farm

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In a blow to New Zealand farmers everywhere, MPI discovered Mycoplasma bovis in Canterbury's Selwyn. It's just months after the announcement the count...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large says New Zealand still in for further economic downturn following GDP data release

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's economy is in the green and our technical recession is officially over. Stats NZ says the GDP rose 0.9 percent in the June quarter and 3...

David Seymour: ACT leader says the party's proposed alternative budget will get spending under control

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

ACT leader David Seymour isn't sure National's proposed taxes will help New Zealanders. The party's released their alternative budget today, promising...

Miles Hurrell: Fonterra chief executive on the company reporting a 170 percent profit increase

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fonterra is reporting profit after tax of $1.6 billion dollars, up 170 percent on last year. It's reporting earnings of 95 cents per share- up from 36...

Chris Sakoufakis: Green Parrot co-owner on selling the historic Wellington diner

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the end of an era, as a Wellington cultural icon is set to go up for sale. The Green Parrot café, which first opened in 1926, has hosted celebri...

Mike Bush: former Police Commissioner completes latest Oranga Tamariki review, suggests high-level changes

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yet another Oranga Tamariki review- this time, of youth justice and care residences. The report led by Mike Bush suggests high-level change to make re...

Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank Chief Economist predicts double-dip recession following positive GDP growth

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Some good economic news, for now. Stats NZ figures show GDP increased 0.9 percent in the three months to June, and 3.2 percent in the year to June. Th...

Glyn Lewers: Queenstown mayor warns businesses and communities in the region will have to keep boiling water amid cryptosporidium outbreak

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Queenstown's mayor says putting filters on regional water sources is expensive. The area is in the grips of an outbreak of infections from a waterborn...

Jason Walls: ZB Political Editor on Labour Ohariu candidate Greg O'Connor claiming his party will lose the election

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Labour Party insists its Ohariu candidate isn't telling voters to only give him their electorate vote. The Post reports Greg O'Connor told voters ...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Opposition Leader Peter Dutton rejecting Prime Minister inquiry into Covid-19

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's Opposition Leader has angrily rejected Anthony Albanese's probe into the Covid-19 pandemic response. Peter Dutton has labelled the year-lo...

Tony Hill: Canterbury District Commander Superintendent says IPCA report criticising treatment of Christchurch teenager in custody 'justified'

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The police watchdog has deemed the treatment of a Christchurch teenager in custody 'appalling'. The IPCA established police were justified in using fo...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Kiwi runner Zane Robertson being arrested in Kenya after allegations surfaced

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Athletics New Zealand are distancing themselves from banned runner Zane Robertson after his arrest in Kenya. Reports have emerged that he's been arres...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the uptick in people withdrawing money from their KiwiSavers due to financial hardship

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An increasing number of people are dipping into their retirement savings to meet soaring living costs. KiwiSaver members made 18,291 withdrawals worth...

Nicola Willis: National finance spokesperson responds to latest One News-Verian poll

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

National's Nicola Willis is satisfied with her party pulling ahead of the competition in another poll. The latest One News-Verian poll puts the Nation...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent responds to latest One News-Verian poll

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

National's support has slipped, but a poll shows it's still miles ahead of the competition. The latest One News-Verian poll puts the National Party on...

Chris Cahill: Police Association President addresses youth crime wave impacting Christchurch

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a busy 24 hours of crime in Christchurch, with police chasing down out of control youths. They've been smashing their way into shops, fleein...

Margie Apa: Te Whatu Ora Chief Executive asking Employment Relations Authority to step in ahead of medical strike

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Te Whatu Ora is asking the Employment Relations Authority to help resolve its pay dispute with senior doctors and dentists. Members of the Association...