The Latest Breaking News from New Zealand

New Zealand Farmers Battle Pine Forests To 'Save Our Sheep'

New Zealand sheep farmers are fighting to stop the loss of pasture to fast-spreading pine plantations, which earn government subsidies to soak up carbon emissions.

International Business Times · Jul 27, 2025

The 11 riders flying the flag for Australia or New Zealand at the 2025 Tour de France Femmes

From GC contender Niamh Fisher-Black to climber Sarah Gigante and the fast finishing Ally Wollaston, both nations have every reason to expect to be in the thick of the action

Cycling News · Jul 26, 2025

West Indies vs Australia LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Australia in West Indies 2025

Follow all the action from Warner Park

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2025

Butter wars: ‘nothing cures high prices like high prices’ – but will market forces be enough?

The alarming rise of butter prices has become a real source of frustration for New Zealand consumers, as well as a topic of political recrimination. The issue has become so serious that Miles Hurrell, chief executive of dairy co-operative Fonterra, was summoned to meetings with the government and opposition parties…

The Conversation · Jul 24, 2025

EV Motorcycle Maker UBCO Has Been Saved, But It's Changing It's Mission

UBCO, a small electric motorcycle startup from New Zealand, went into receivership earlier this year after finding itself at a crossroads. New investors have scooped the manufacturer up.

RideApart · Jul 24, 2025

Leonardo da Pinchy terrorises seaside town in ‘one-cat crimewave’

He has stolen underwear, socks and even a brand-new £145 cashmere sweater

The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2025

Almost a third of NZ households face energy hardship – reform has to go beyond cheaper off-peak power

The spotlight is again on New Zealand’s energy sector, with a group of industry bodies and independent retailers pushing for a market overhaul, saying the sector was “broken” and “driving up the cost of living”.

The Conversation · Jul 23, 2025

Bangladesh vs Pakistan LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Pakistan in Bangladesh 2025

Follow all the action from Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium

The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2025

Ben Te’o: ‘Guys were fighting for spots. After too many drinks sometimes that spills over’

The Brisbane Broncos assistant coach talks to Gerard Meagher about the Lions, union’s struggle in Australia and that World Cup fight

The Guardian - UK · Jul 23, 2025

Zimbabwe vs New Zealand LIVE: Cricket score and updates from Twenty20 Tri-Series in Zimbabwe 2025

Follow all the action from Harare Sports Club

The Independent UK · Jul 23, 2025