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Much ado about Shakespeare – why it's time for a New Zealand national theatre

Whether you viewed it as a fresh front in the culture wars or merely a tempest in a teacup, the recent controversy over a shift in funding for the Shakespeare Globe Centre New Zealand was more evidence the country’s national culture is undergoing something of an identity crisis.

The Conversation

Two New Zealanders detained in Iran allowed to leave

Two New Zealanders detained in Iran for the last few months have recently been allowed to leave the country, New Zealand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade said on Wednesday.

Reuters

Justin Tipuric is Wales' new captain but is unlikely to be their openside against New Zealand

Tipuric is assured of a starting berth against the All Blacks but the sense is he might be shifting positions

Wales Online

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New Zealand influencer couple detained in Iran for months leave the country

Christopher Richwhite and Bridget Thackwray had disappeared after entering Iran in July and had been prevented from leaving

The Guardian - AU

Ruapehu's slippery slopes: the uncertain future of snow sports in a climate emergency

With New Zealand’s two major North Island ski fields in financial trouble, the combined impact of COVID-19 on national and international tourism and this year’s very poor snow season has hit hard. But this may be only a sign of things to come as climate change affects snow sports globally.

The Conversation

All Blacks slammed for organising men's match at same time New Zealand Women play Wales

New Zealand's Black Ferns are playing in a World Cup quarter-final in their home tournament but there is a scheduling clash with Ian Foster's All Blacks

Wales Online

Commerce Commission warned as big credit card firms resist crackdown

NZ's biggest payments operator warns the groundbreaking free eftpos network is under threat, and its attempts to set up a contactless digital 'card' have been blocked by outdated rules.

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Xi's growing power brings risks for NZ

As China's leader embarks on a precedent-breaking extension of his rule, New Zealand and the world await the consequences.

Newsroom.co.nz

Discomfort at three terror law changes in three years

Critics say terrorism laws are being broadened with each successive change and even the Justice Minister is uncomfortable with the constant tinkering.

Newsroom.co.nz

Instagram influencer couple feared detained in Iran as concerns grow over whereabouts

The prominent influencer couple, from New Zealand, travels the world to promote environmental issues and were last heard from in July as they entered Iran from Turkey

Daily Mirror

Marcus Stoinis smashes fastest T20I half-century for Australia

PERTH (Australia): After a heavy 89-run loss to New Zealand in their ICC T20 World Cup campaign opener, the defending champions Australia got a net run rate boost through all-rounder Marcus Stoinis' match-winning fifty against Sri Lanka at Perth. It is the fastest fifty scored by an Australian in the…

The Times of India

Wales issue injury update on six players as Wayne Pivac finally gets some good news

A raft of Wales players are carrying injuries, but they are all in contention to face New Zealand, as things stand

Wales Online

National wants to see NZ better reflected in its MPs

National’s deputy leader is confident her party members want to see New Zealand better reflected in its MPs, starting with the Hamilton-West by-election on December 10.

Newsroom.co.nz

Bad weather thwarts New Zealand PM Ardern's Antarctica trip

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's visit to her country's research station in Antarctica was upended by bad weather that forced the plane she was travelling in to turn back midflight on Tuesday.

Reuters

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The Guardian - AU

New Zealand Uber drivers win landmark case declaring them employees

Uber said it would appeal against the decision, which judge said ‘may well’ affect other drivers’ status and entitle them to workers’ rights and protections

Wales Online

Wales consider reinforcements as next cabs off the rank hope for phone to ring

There's a few injury headaches concerning Wayne Pivac right now

Newsroom.co.nz

Schools roll out ‘licence to click’ for students

A new programme of 10 to 14-year-olds earning a licence to get online has cyber safety advocates Netsafe hoping young Kiwis will be prepared before they're “let loose” on the internet.

Newsroom.co.nz

Steel mill expects 20-plus year consent, thanks to loophole in climate law

The big coal-burning Glenbrook mill has applied to keep operating until 2056, while Government delays enacting resource management changes.

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In fairness to New Zealand’s tax and transfer system

Dodgy statistical work to generate headlines supporting higher taxation risks eroding the credibility of Oxfam’s aid work.

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The climate-conscious are looking to NZ, says Grant Robertson

The finance minister says farmers know full well pricing agricultural emissions is as much about the country’s economy as it is the environment.

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as 'disappointed' Wales star insists he deserved to be picked

Roberts was not named in Wayne Pivac's initial 35-man squad for the autumn but may soon get a shout after an injury to Dewi Lake

Irish Mirror

Republic of Ireland's historic FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 campaign to be shown live on RTÉ

Following their historic play-off victory over Scotland, the Republic of Ireland will compete for the first time ever at the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 in Australia and New Zealand

The Guardian - AU

Big opportunity, little interest: New Zealand struggles to fill dream job protecting wildlife

The Department of Conservation is looking for a biodiversity supervisor on the wild, remote coast of the South Island, a Unesco world heritage site

Daily Mirror

UK trade deal with New Zealand could harm food security - despite cheaper lamb

A report today warns the pact could undermine British farmers despite seeing cheaper lamb, beef and dairy products on supermarket shelves

ABC News

Exhausted Diamonds win Constellation Cup trophy back with epic championship quarter in final series game

With all the sponsorship drama going on around the team, missing their star shooter and trailing 2-0 to start the series, Australia's remarkable Constellation Cup win came down to one epic quarter.

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