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Faster, cheaper … but better? The devil in the resource management reform detail

When the coalition government this week unveiled reforms to finally replace New Zealand’s Resource Management Act (RMA), many of us would have been glad to see the back of it.

The Conversation

Antarctica, New Zealand and Indonesia Named Among 'Safest Places' If Putin Triggers a War Across Europe

A new global safety analysis names Antarctica, New Zealand and Indonesia among the safest regions if a major European war involving Russia breaks out, citing isolation, neutrality and geographic barriers.

International Business Times UK

The year’s best meteor shower is about to start – here’s how to see it

Where many other meteor showers are often over-hyped, the Geminids are the real deal: far and away the best shower of the year, peaking on December 14–15 in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.

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Through the mill: Tokoroa’s tough year was about much more than job losses

For Kinleith Mill, cycles of new owners, restructuring and retrenchment have been a fact of life since the 1980s. Each ownership change and downsizing has affected the mill’s workforce – and, inevitably, the Tokoroa community.

The Conversation

8 reasons the government should not introduce oral nicotine pouches to NZ

It is now clear the government has failed to meet New Zealand’s smokefree goal of fewer than 5% of people from all population groups smoking by the end of this year.

The Conversation

NZ needs more entrepreneurs. Will its new tertiary strategy reward real risk takers?

The government’s recently released Tertiary Education Strategy 2025–2030 signals a shift towards harnessing the sector to address New Zealand’s long-standing productivity issues. But the strategy and its goals aren’t necessarily aligned.

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All Blacks to host Ireland at Eden Park fortress as 2026 home fixtures confirmed

New Zealand will also host Australia at a ground where they have not been beaten for more than 30 years

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Maori rights under threat in New Zealand, warns UN committee

Report also raises alarm over budget cuts to Maori services and moves to minimise role of Treaty of Waitangi in education and governance

The Independent UK

UN report sounds alarm over Māori rights in New Zealand

UN committee raised concerns over government policies including scrapping the Māori Health Authority and funding cuts for Indigenous services

The Guardian - AU

Aust's biggest self-storage chain to be taken private

National Storage, which owns 290 self-storage locations in Australia and New Zealand, has agreed to be acquired by Brookfield and GIC for $4 billion.

AAP

From ‘terrorist’ to national treasure, renowned Māori activist finally tells his own story

Tāme Iti’s colourful memoir covers his decades-long fight for Indigenous rights in New Zealand and takes aim at ‘saboteurs’ in the government

The Guardian - AU

Payson McElveen unveils film about 'once-in-a-lifetime' ride, finishing 242 miles of New Zealand trails with 25,000 feet of climbing in 24 hours

US rider says 'it was a surreal feeling' when he finished with 25 minutes to spare

Cycling News

England and Scotland's dream World Cup draws: How to get the kindest group stage possible

England and Scotland will be hoping for the kindest World Cup 2026 group stage draw possible with some permutations making it less straightforward than just picking the lowest-ranked possible sides in each pot

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NZ police recover swallowed Fabergé pendant from alleged thief after six-day wait

It was retrieved through ‘natural means’, with no medical intervention necessary

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NZ’s rejection of emission targets fuels risk of international law breach

The New Zealand government’s decision this week to reject all of the Climate Change Commission’s emission target recommendations was just the latest in a string of policy statements that weaken the country’s action on climate.

FourFourTwo

New Zealand World Cup 2026 squad: Darren Bazeley's latest selection for March friendlies against Finland and Chile

The New Zealand World Cup 2026 squad will be the All Whites' first in 16 years

The Independent UK

Adorable moment baby seal gatecrashes New Zealand bar

A baby seal gatecrashed a bar in New Zealand last week, to the surprise of patrons.

The Independent UK

A seal galumphs into a bar. The bartender says 'Grab the salmon!'

A baby seal has caused chaos by wandering into a bar in Richmond, New Zealand

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The Guardian - AU

‘I’m rapt!’: meatball chants but no mania as New Zealand assembles for first Ikea store

Overnight camping was banned and motorists were told to plan their journey as New Zealand finally joined the flatpack family

International Business Times UK

Putin Says Russia Ready for War With Europe: Experts Name Nations Most Likely to Survive WW3

Global tensions rise as Vladimir Putin declares Russia ready for war. Experts identify the safest remote nations, from Antarctica to New Zealand, to survive World War III.

The Conversation

Spotify Wrapped ghosted NZ music again. Local artists and audiences deserve more

Spotify has just released Spotify Wrapped, its annual end-of-year viral promotional exercise. For New Zealand musicians, however, there was little to get excited about.

AAP

'Not at this stage': Schmidt coy about Wallabies role

Wily Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has not ruled out staying on as a World Cup advisor - or returning to the All Blacks camp for the 2027 showpiece in Australia.

The Guardian - UK

Favourable 2027 Rugby World Cup draw provides few potholes for England

Signs are encouraging for England’s improving squad to invoke the glory of 2003 with rivals facing trickier routes in Australia

The Guardian - AU

Wallabies must improve as World Cup draw delivers daunting All Blacks clash

After a winless European tour, Australia aim to regain winning habit before home tournament in October 2027

Radio France Internationale

France set for solid 2027 Rugby World Cup run after striking gold in pool draw

France have been handed a favourable path at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, raising hopes of a deep run in Australia.

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