The Latest Breaking News from New Zealand

Fixtures and schedule confirmed for first women’s British and Irish Lions tour

The Lions will take on the Black Ferns in a three-Test series in 2027

The Independent UK · Jan 21

Luxon sets November 7 as New Zealand poll day

Prime Minister Chris Luxon has named November 7 as New Zealand's election day, but Kiwis may not take kindly to a 10-month election campaign.

AAP · Jan 20

New study sheds light on the threat of ‘marine darkwaves’ to ocean life

Life in the ocean runs on light. It fuels photosynthesis, shapes food webs and determines where many marine species can live.

The Conversation · Jan 20

England’s Sri Lanka tour takes on added significance after troubled Ashes series

The tourists will be under more scrutiny than they might have expected following a bruising 4-1 defeat Down Under.

The Independent UK · Jan 19

Luxon going back-to-basics on hunt for NZ second term

The starter's gun has been fired on election year in New Zealand, with Prime Minister Chris Luxon revealing his slogan for the campaign ahead.

AAP · Jan 19

Chronic pelvic pain and endometriosis affect thousands in NZ – a new study reveals the staggering cost

For tens of thousands of New Zealanders, endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain are lived quietly – through cancelled plans, lost jobs and years of being told their pain is “normal”.

The Conversation · Jan 18

Breakers notch crucial win after Cairns coach ejected

The New Zealand Breakers have kept their NBL season alive by beating the Cairns Taipans, whose coach Adam Forde was ejected from the game.

AAP · Jan 17

‘As a sprinter, it's kind of out of your hands’ - Women’s Tour Down Under stage 1 winner Ally Wollaston avoids being trumped by solo break this time

New Zealander takes first leader’s jersey of Women’s WorldTour race after Alessia Vigilia reeled back in

Cycling News · Jan 17

Kiwis 'blown away' they've been blamed for SailGP crash

Perennial SailGP heavyweights New Zealand were at the centre of high drama in the first fleet race of the globetrotting sailing league's new season.

AAP · Jan 17

Wollaston wins first Tour stage, crash hits Australians

New Zealand sprinter Ally Wollaston has won the first stage of the Tour Down Under, after a late crash ruined the hopes of the Australian Liv AlUla Jayco team.

AAP · Jan 17