Shane Christie died with brain disease linked with repeated head blows The former New Zealand rugby star believed he was suffering from CTE The Independent UK · Apr 2
New Zealand and Cook Islands sign a defense pact, easing tensions over a China deal New Zealand and the Cook Islands have signed a defense and security pact, easing over a year of tension between them The Independent UK · Apr 2
Fuel prices are driving more Australians to EVs - and secondhand cars are in high demand As conflict in the Middle East sends diesel and petrol prices skyrocketing, more and more Australians and New Zealanders are showing interest in electric vehicles. The Conversation · Apr 2
‘Payment expected within seven days’: New Zealand doctor invoices US embassy for rising petrol costs Shane Dunphy sends bill for almost $3,000, along with letter saying ‘The USA is responsible for this and therefore should be held accountable’ The Guardian - AU · Apr 2
Offenders serving community sentences are more likely to keep jobs, earn more – new research When should offenders be sent to prison and when is it better to keep them in the community under close supervision? The Conversation · Apr 2
New Zealand signs defence pact with Cook Islands after quarrel over China deal Agreement comes after Wellington halted millions in aid to its former colony after Cook Islands formed strategic partnership with Beijing The Guardian - AU · Apr 2
New Zealand, Cook Islands patch up recent squabbles New Zealand will resume aid payments to the Cook Islands after make-up talks between the Polynesian nation and its colonial power. AAP · Apr 2
Luxon shakes up cabinet, campaign in NZ election year New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon has announced the country's next defence minister, following the retirement of National stalwart Judith Collins. AAP · Apr 1
Bigger storms, more often: new study projects likely future rainfall impacts on NZ In the aftermath of the latest bout of extreme rainfall across New Zealand’s upper North Island, there were some familar scenes. The Conversation · Apr 1
Toxic blooms and invasive clams are forcing a rethink on the Waikato River The Waikato is New Zealand’s longest river, central to the identity and practices of Waikato River iwi and a source of drinking water for nearly half of the country’s population. The Conversation · Apr 1
England cricketers learn fate after nightclub incident during New Zealand tour IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 1
Harry Brook and Jacob Bethell cautioned over conduct on New Zealand tour The pair and Josh Tongue had been under investigation by the Cricket Regulator over their behaviour The Independent UK · Apr 1
Amelia Kerr shines in record New Zealand win after blazing 179 not out Kerr’s superb unbeaten hundred helped New Zealand haul in South Africa’s 346/8 in Wellington with two balls to spare The Independent UK · Apr 1
The Independent UK · Apr 1 Molly the border collie found in New Zealand’s remote backcountry a week after owner’s hiking accident Molly had gone missing after her owner, Jessica Johnston, fell nearly 55m during a hike in rugged terrain in the Arahura Valley on 24 March
The Independent UK · Apr 1 Hiker's dog lost in a wild New Zealand forest rescued by helicopter after strangers fund search A lost border collie has been rescued alive after her owner fell from a tall waterfall in New Zealand bush
The Guardian - AU · Apr 1 Molly the border collie rescued after a week waiting for injured owner in New Zealand’s remote backcountry A rescue mission involving volunteer helicopter crew and public donations ended in joy after Molly was located and brought home
The Conversation · Mar 31 A high-risk bird flu strain is circling the globe. How prepared is NZ? Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus H5N1 – particularly the 2.3.4.4b lineage – has transformed the global disease landscape over recent years.
The Conversation · Mar 31 LNG vs pumped hydro: will NZ choose to import risk or build cleaner resilience? As the escalating US-Israel war on Iran drives a global fuel supply crisis, New Zealand is eyeing two major – and very different – projects aimed at bolstering its long-term energy security.
The Conversation · Mar 31 Her song features in Ryan Gosling’s hit movie, but Erima Maewa Kaihau was once a star too Hollywood science fiction blockbuster Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling, opened to generally positive reviews and strong box office receipts, but in Aotearoa New Zealand it made news for another reason.
The Conversation · Mar 30 Public health providers have to obey strict cyber security rules – so should private contractors Following a series of significant health data breaches, the government released a cyber security strategy and action plan to establish a national framework for responding to escalating cyber threats.
Bored Panda · Mar 30 Geography Fans, This One’s For You: Name 30 Countries From Their Spot On The Map Can you recognize Portugal from just a tiny spot on the map? Let’s test that. In this round, you’ll travel across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas, with 30 countries to recognize - from Greece and Norway to Kenya, Argentina, and New Zealand. Each question shows a world map with…
AAP · Mar 30 'Not COVID 2.0': NZ PM Luxon upbeat on fuel crisis There is no case for rationing fuel in New Zealand - yet - with stocks at relatively healthy levels, Prime Minister Chris Luxon says.
The Conversation · Mar 29 Can NZ’s new T20 cricket franchise attract the dollars, players and fans it will need? New Zealand Cricket’s decision to support “in principle” the development of a T20 franchise competition represents a major shift in governance and funding for the summer game. But it’s not clear whether the tensions behind that decision have been resolved.
Autosport · Mar 29 Ex-FIA vice-president and WRC figure Morrie Chandler dies aged 85 New Zealander helped shape the championship’s global presence across a five-decade career