The Latest Breaking News from New Zealand

New Zealand could see more deadly landslides as climate crisis triggers intense storms, experts warn

As it grapples with two fatal tragedies, questions emerge over how to protect the country from more landslides – its deadliest natural hazard

The Guardian - AU · Jan 28

New Zealand's Judith 'Crusher' Collins to quit politics

Judith Collins, the former leader of New Zealand's conservative National party, is quitting politics after 24 years filled with highs and lows.

AAP · Jan 28

NZ’s sodden January explained: what’s driven this month’s big wet?

It has been a month of umbrellas rather than sunscreen across much of New Zealand, with persistent rain, low sunshine and deadly storms dominating headlines and daily life.

The Conversation · Jan 27

All Blacks confirm key criteria for new head coach as search begins

New Zealand Rugby has begun its search for Scott Robertson’s replacement

The Independent UK · Jan 26

Update in search for six people presumed dead in New Zealand landslide

Two teenagers are among the missing

The Independent UK · Jan 26

New Zealand landslide: six missing named as police confirm victims are unlikely to be found alive

Victims of landslide at Mount Maunganui campsite include teenage students, a literacy coordinator and a Swedish national

The Guardian - AU · Jan 26

Economy behind NZ PM Luxon's 10-month election call

New Zealanders already know their election date - November 7 - when the economy should determine whether Chris Luxon's right-wing coalition gets a second term.

AAP · Jan 25

Curious Kids: in ancient Egypt, what was the Sphinx all about?

In ancient Egypt, what was the Sphinx all about? – Effie, age 8, New Plymouth, New Zealand.

The Conversation · Jan 25

A major overhaul of NZ’s local government is underway – will it really fix what’s broken?

With a general election looming, the largest shake-up of New Zealand’s local government system in three decades sits on the table.

The Conversation · Jan 25

New Zealand landslide: rescue efforts called off for six people buried in disaster

Rescue efforts at Mount Maunganui site switch to recovery operation that police say could take several days

The Guardian - AU · Jan 24