RNZ News Headlines
Transpower warns of higher blackout risk in winter 2026
Previous estimates had the margin between demand and supply lasting until 2030, but that has reduced dramatically.
Fri, 16 May 2025 05:24:49 +1200
Why you might need to be careful of that job offer
Scammers often pretend to work for highly respectable companies, seeking very personal information they can use for financial gain.
Fri, 16 May 2025 05:24:49 +1200
Two years on from Loafers Lodge fire Newtown building looms virtually unchanged
The fatal Wellington boarding house fire in 2023 killed five and left many others homeless.
Fri, 16 May 2025 05:13:40 +1200
Big numbers for Budget 2025 - but will they be big enough?
The language of the Budget sometimes takes a professional to decode. The Detail takes a look at what's real and what's nominal.
Fri, 16 May 2025 04:54:36 +1200
Pay equity issue will not go away, E tū union says
The government's controversial Equal Pay Amendment Act makes it harder for women-dominated workforces to achieve pay equity.
Thu, 15 May 2025 22:11:44 +1200
Auckland police investigate assault at school in suburb of Torbay
Police received reports a student was assaulted in the North Shore suburb of Torbay.
Thu, 15 May 2025 20:35:52 +1200
Eagle helicopter tracks stolen car after ramming police in South Auckland
Eagle helicopter tracked the fleeing driver. Two people were arrested.
Thu, 15 May 2025 20:29:48 +1200
Linguistics expert explains why the c-word 'still has the ability to shock'
In the wake of the recent controversy, a University of Auckland linguistics expert says he believes it is still one of the worst swear words.
Thu, 15 May 2025 20:23:27 +1200
Team New Zealand to host next America's Cup in Italy in 2027
The battle for the 'Auld Mug' is shifting to the waters of one of Team New Zealand's fiercest rivals.
Thu, 15 May 2025 20:13:32 +1200
Parliament passes Ngā Hapū o Ngāti Ranginui Claims Settlement Bill
The Bill apologises for confiscating land and conducting a scorched earth campaign against Tauranga tribes.
Thu, 15 May 2025 18:51:24 +1200
New mothers embracing Ayurvedic remedies
Some women are turning to Ayurvedic postnatal care, blending traditional cultural practices with modern motherhood.
Thu, 15 May 2025 18:48:25 +1200
'More needs to be done' to reverse dire well-being ranking
Aotearoa has been ranked last in the world for child and youth mental health in the latest UNICEF report.
Thu, 15 May 2025 18:47:58 +1200
Stanford spars with Radhakrishnan over email ‘spam’ remark
The Labour MP has accused the immigration minister of painting migrants in a 'negative light'.
Thu, 15 May 2025 18:43:40 +1200
NZ Trade Group put on notice over concerns around anti-competitive behaviour
The Commerce Commission has sent a compliance advice letter to NZTG.
Thu, 15 May 2025 18:03:28 +1200
Department of Conservation could lose another 68 roles in effort to cut costs
The changes come as part of the public sector's efforts to reach government savings targets.
Thu, 15 May 2025 17:59:05 +1200