The Latest Breaking News from New Zealand

‘You reach a tipping point’: New Zealand’s strained healthcare system at centre of election battle

With care shortfalls biting across the country, the National-led coalition has been accused of letting chronic underfunding worsen

The Guardian - AU · Oct 19

NZ’s climate in ‘uncharted territory’, with more extreme weather events ahead

Much is being made of a record-strength El Niño event that could well spell a drier, windier summer for the north and east of New Zealand. But, as a major new stocktake shows, it is forming against a backdrop of warming that’s pushed the country’s climate into “uncharted territory”.

The Conversation · Oct 19

Tricky negotiations loom following New Zealand election

New Zealanders may be asking Santa for a government for Christmas, as polls indicate difficult negotiations loom after the November election.

AAP · Oct 19

Australia survive scare to beat NZ in first women's T20

Despite a batting collapse, Australia have scored a two-wicket win over New Zealand in the first women's T20 match at North Sydney Oval.

AAP · Oct 18

'Not here to make up the numbers': Fiji coach

Fiji have given New Zealand a real scare in their World Cup opener, going scoreless in the second half while losing by just six points in Newcastle.

AAP · Oct 18

‘Awesome’ New Zealand humiliate Australia with 13th consecutive win over rivals

Australia 21-43 New Zealand: The All Blacks were rampant in the first half in Sydney

The Independent UK · Oct 17

Mohammed Shami misses out again as BCCI names India squads for New Zealand series

Mohammed Shami has been left out of the Indian squad for the upcoming ODI and Test series against New Zealand. Despite strong domestic performances, he has not made the cut for the national team. Akash Deep has earned a spot in the Test squad after recovering from a lower-back injury.…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Australia 21-43 New Zealand: Bledisloe Cup rugby union international – as it happened

The All Blacks secured a 13th straight win against the Wallabies as Barrett and Moorby score two tries each in the Test at Accor Stadium

The Guardian - AU · Oct 17

India notifies first New Zealand FTA duty cuts; sheep meat gets zero duty, kiwi fruit at 15%

India has notified the first set of customs duty concessions for imports from New Zealand under their free trade agreement, effective October 20. The preferential rates cover products such as wine, manuka honey, kiwi fruit and sheep meat, with limited quantities of select goods allowed under tariff-rate quotas and dairy…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Uncovering the secrets of New Zealand’s elusive ‘jungle penguins’

The tawaki, or Fiordland crested penguin, known for its prominent yellow eyebrows, has for years baffled scientists with its unusual habits

The Guardian - AU · Oct 16