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07/09/2024

A strong wind warning has been issued for the lower North Island and parts of the South Island on Saturday.

From early morning, the Canterbury High Country can expect severe gales with gusts up to 130km/h, not easing until 5pm, MetService says.

MetService has issued a strong wind warning for the lower North Island and parts of the South Island on Saturday.

07/09/2024

Fingers are being pointed and rumours are circulating in a remote Otago village.

Waipori Falls Village is about 60km from Dunedin, and consists of around 28 permanent residents and 33 properties which are in a body corporate.

Fingers are being pointed and rumours are circulating in the tiny Waipori Falls Village.

07/09/2024

Dotterel populations have experienced a record decline along Hawke's Bay rivers and coastline, prompting concern from the regional council.

Cyclone Gabrielle is being blamed for the loss of thousands of the endangered birds.

06/09/2024

The Brokenwood Mysteries, which premiered on Prime TV 10 years ago before moving to TV1, and is now screened in 150 countries. Filming for season 11 is now underway.

Today The Detail speaks to the show's writer and producer Tim Balme about its phenomenal success - and why it's bucking industry trends by not only surviving but thriving.

Brokenwood's Tim Balme talks to Amanda Gillies about the New Zealand drama series watched worldwide.

06/09/2024

It's crunch time for the All Blacks this weekend, against a world champion Springbok side in a city famed for the local support of the men in black. Scott Robertson's side lost 31-27 in the cauldron of Ellis Park last weekend, however showed enough to give some serious signs that a return victory is on the cards

Jamie Wall is in Cape Town and has all the information for this weekend's big test match.

06/09/2024

China will no longer send children overseas for adoption, the government said, overturning a more than three-decade rule that was rooted in its once strict one-child policy.

China was one of just seven countries that allowed New Zealanders to adopt children not related to them.

06/09/2024

The Commerce Commission has given telecommunications companies 12 months to come up with standardised coverage maps for all providers so customers can compare the signal reach each one is offering.

New Zealand is littered with cellphone coverage black holes, with one so large it covers a whole town.

06/09/2024

A luxury Auckland kitchen inspired by traditional Indian culture has been named New Zealand's best kitchen.

Judges said the kitchen was "a level above".

06/09/2024

Whether you have played one test or 100, one thing never changes as an All Black: you still get nervous before a match.

That assertion rings true for backs Sevu Reece and Cortez Ratima, who will start against the Springboks in what is essentially a must-win match against the Springboks this weekend in Cape Town.

Whether you've played one test or 100, one thing never changes as an All Black.

06/09/2024

Helen, whom RNZ has agreed not to identify, is facing retirement with just $1000 in savings.
She and her former partner have separated and he is living in their family home.

Helen is facing retirement with just $1000 in savings. "Much of my life was spent caring for others," he says.

06/09/2024

Regulation Minister and ACT leader David Seymour has rubbished calls for tougher regulation of the grocery sector, putting him at odds with both the commerce minister and the supermarket tsar.

Further regulation of the supermarket sector may hit a snag in the form of David Seymour, who is mounting strong opposition to any such move.

06/09/2024

| Graffiti more than tripled in Rotorua in the year to 30 June - costing ratepayers more than $100,000.

Full story ⬇️

06/09/2024

The owner of Pandoro Wellington has announced its closure after nearly three decades in business.

A note in the store window from director Tony Beazley said it had just become too tough to keep its three bakeries open.

A note in the store window of Pandoro Wellington said it had become too tough to keep its three bakeries open.

06/09/2024

The associate minister of immigration has granted residency to a Brazilian couple whose immigration adviser forgot to apply for their residency path back in 2021.

Newton Santos and Nubia Chiarelli have been fighting for three years to get their case reviewed by minister Chris Penk.

Brazilians Newton Santos and Nubia Chiarelli had been fighting to get their case reviewed since 2021.

06/09/2024

About 300 people, chanting "nothing about us, without us" and "disability rights are human rights", have marched through central New Plymouth protesting changes to disability services.

The government is restructuring Whaikaha, the Ministry of Disabled People.

The government is restructuring Whaikaha, the Ministry of Disabled People.

06/09/2024

Analysis - The government began the week with its most important announcement of the week - a $32.9b transport spend-up over the next three years.

As National campaigned on bigger, better roads and Transport Minister Simeon Brown's mantra has been "getting Kiwis around quickly and safety" it wasn't surprising to see where the money was going.

Analysis - The government's $32.9 billion transport spend-up, a big hike in the tourist levy, and the prime minister's ferry-free visit to South Korea.

06/09/2024

Graffiti more than tripled in Rotorua in the year to 30 June - costing ratepayers more than $100,000.

Rotorua Lakes Council received 629 reports of graffiti in the past financial year which cost $102,332. The bill is expected to be thousands of dollars higher this financial year.

Graffiti more than tripled in Rotorua in the year to 30 June - costing ratepayers more than $100,000.

06/09/2024

Just four days ago, Jacob Ten and 48 Catholics from the Mt Hagen Parish were stranded on an overloaded dingy off the coast of the Gulf province after running out of fuel.

Jacob, a serving member of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary, is leader of a pilgrimage to Port Moresby to see Pope Francis.

Thousands of Papua New Guineans have journeyed to get to Port Moresby to see Pope Francis, even if it meant risking their lives and health, Scott Waide writes.

06/09/2024

Since 2016, an Akito dog named Mosako in Japan has received food, walks and long-distance support from Air New Zealand crew members.

Now, as Mosako spends her final days on an air bed watching telly, Michelle Little reflects on what she taught her Kiwi friends about purpose, resilience and loyalty.

As Mosako spends her final days on an air bed watching telly, Michelle Little reflects on what she taught her Kiwi friends.

06/09/2024

Georgia state officials arrested the father of the 14-year-old suspected school shooter C**t Gray in connection with a shooting that killed four people and wounded nine at Apalachee High School.

The charges following the US school shooting stem from Colin Gray "knowlingly allowing" his son, C**t Gray, to possess a weapon, officials say.

06/09/2024

A Southland man has been banned from owning a dog for ten years after being convicted of violently abusing his dog.

The SPCA said in August 2022 the offender was seen kicking and throwing his brown and white male bull terrier named Klanga.

06/09/2024

The owner of Pandoro Wellington has announced its closure after nearly three decades in business.

A note in the store window of Pandoro Wellington said it had become too tough to keep its three bakeries open.

06/09/2024

In the Melbourne suburb of Clayton, a campus of buildings is dominated by one massive circular structure: the Australian Synchrotron.

Scientists at the Australian Synchrotron use intense beams of light to answer research questions

06/09/2024

An investigation has been launched by an Auckland football association after multiple under-13 players were allegedly subject to a "racist remark" by an adult referee during a match.

Parents say the team is predominantly made up of New Zealand-born children with immigrant parents.

06/09/2024

Just four days ago, Jacob Ten and 48 Catholics from the Mt Hagen Parish were stranded on an overloaded dingy off the coast of the Gulf province after running out of fuel.

Thousands of Papua New Guineans have journeyed to get to Port Moresby to see Pope Francis, even if it meant risking their lives and health, Scott Waide writes.

06/09/2024

The Queenstown Lakes District Council has filed charges against three companies over a slip in 2023 which forced the evacuation of homes, and left ten homes red-stickered.

The defendants are due to appear in the Queenstown District Court on 21 October.

06/09/2024

The pedestrian killed when he was struck by at least one car on Wednesday night has been described by his brother as a champion for farmers.

Meanwhile, residents are concerned with the way police responded after multiple calls to let them know someone was walking in the middle of the road.

06/09/2024

Far North District councillors have voted unanimously to retain their district's Ngā Tai o Tokerau Māori ward following an impassioned three-hour meeting.

The council's strongly worded resolution also called on the CEO to explore the legal implications of not holding a binding poll as required.

06/09/2024

Day One Shorts 2024 - Behind the White Wall trailer | "A Korean immigrant dad, working as a construction painter, mentors a new young worker while simultaneously battling melancholia and guilt as he awaits the arrival of his family."

▶️ Watch the film online: www.dofilm.co.nz

- Produced by Day One Hāpai te Haeata, made with the support of NZ On Air and Te Māngai Pāho

06/09/2024

Warning: The contents of this story discuss su***de and assault.

A forensic pathologist called by the defence in the murder trial of an Auckland eye surgeon, said he would have concluded Pauline Hanna's death was a su***de if he was responsible for the case.

If someone had been strangled by another person, Dr Stephen Cordner said more often than not, there would be additional injuries to the body which indicated an assault.

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Thousands of mourners attended the funeral of the Māori King, Kiingi Tuheitia on Thursday. The monarch was taken to his final resting place on his mountain - Taupiri.

Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII has finally been laid to rest on Taupiri Maunga alongside previous Māori monarchs.The widow of Kiingi Tuheitia was escorted by the Defence Force and a motorcade of 100 bikes to Taupiri Maunga.

Kuini Nga wai hono i te po, King Tuheitia's only daughter, has been named as his successor ahead of the burial of the late Māori King.

Pacific leaders attend tangi for Kiingi Tuheitia

Today was not only a time of mourning but also a moment of solidarity as over 200 members of the Pacific community gathered to pay their respects to the late Kiingi Tuheitia. Via RNZ Pacific 🎤 Grace Tinetali-Fiavaai 🎥 Marika Khabazi

Hipkins praises Kiingi Tuheitia’s sense of unity at Tuurangawaewae

#WATCH | Labour leader Chris Hipkins praises Kiingi Tuheitia’s sense of unity at Tuurangawaewae

All Blacks prop sensation Tamaiti Williams opens up to RNZ’s Jamie Wall on balancing family and footy 🏉

Rangatahi at Tuurangawaewae

Rangatahi Māori have arrived in numbers at Tuurangawaewae to pay their respects to Kiingi Tuheitia and the kotahitanga movement.

As thousands descend on Tuurangawaewae Marae to farewell Kiingi Tuheitia, a dedicated team of kaimahi work for hours to feed the manuhiri ✨🥪✨

South African rugby's governing body described what happened at Ellis Park as "highly regrettable".

RNZ's Marika Khabazi asked Aucklanders if we should use tracer app to fight lice. 📱

Thousands descend on Tuurangawaewae Marae to pay their respects to Kiingi Tuheitia. More at rnz.co.nz. 🎤🎥 Layla Bailey-McDowell

The All Blacks are ruing an officiating error in the wash-up of their 31-27 loss to the Springboks at Ellis Park on Sunday morning.

As the All Blacks did the haka, the South Africans mounted an early response in the form of a South African Airways A380 jumbo jet blasting its way over the stadium.

An airplane has landed at Wellington Airport trailing smoke and fire after an engine fire, but all 40 passengers were safely evacuated. 🎥 Wellington Flights Live via YouTube

The Hori on a hīkoi | 1 September 2024 | RNZ

#WATCH | Ōtaki artist Hori describes himself as a bit of a hōhā and a massive haututū. For Mahuru Māori and beyond, follow this creative chameleon on a 'Hīkoi kiko' of a lifetime, and watch as he shares his stories on RNZ’s social media – A take over if you will. Areare taringa mai whānau because when Hori isn’t making art, he will be on his 'Hīkoi kōrero' spinning some yarns alongside his co-conspirator Te Kuru Dewes on a new podcast series, as they respond to the social and political kaupapa of our times. And watch out whānau for his web series 'Hīkoi reo' about his haerenga at Te Wananga o Raukawa and the heke reo pathway that is changing lives and strengthening communities. Last but not least in true Hori style he'll be cooking up something for Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, Waitangi Day, Te Matatini Festival and Matariki. Nā reira, kia mau tonu mai… Because Hori is on a hīkoi Made for RNZ with pūtea tautoko from Te Māngai Pāho

Elisabeth Te Puni wins Te Reo Māori Choral Competition

A young woman from Tawa College, Elisabeth Te Puni, has taken out this year's Big Sing SOUNZ NZCF Te Reo Māori Choral Competition ✨🎼🏆 Listen to a sneak peek of her composition Te Oriori o Hine-Nui-Te-Pō performed by Wellington choir Supertonic. ~ The Big Sing is produced by the New Zealand Choral Federation. Video by JXLive with audio by RNZ Concert. Visit rnz.co.nz/concert for the full performance.

Lucy's journey to get prescribed cannabis | 31 August 2024 | RNZ

Lucy Farland - a new patient under Whakamana's care - has lived with chronic pain, endometriosis and insomnia for years and had been struggling to find a treatment that worked for her. Farland said getting prescribed cannabis through the museum was a "really easy process" and she walked out of the building with her cannabis flower within two hours. 🔗 Full story at rnz.co.nz 📝 Samuel Robinson 🎥 Nick Monro

At 15 years old Luke Street has the chance to qualify for world championships in two very different events: speed ice skating and Irish dancing. 🔗 Full story at rnz.co.nz

Dozens of medical students without a post-grad job

More than two dozen of our future doctors haven't yet been matched with jobs for their first year out of medical school - prompting some to think about going overseas. Luka Forman reports for RNZ's Checkpoint. Read more. ⬇️

“Medals don’t make the man” | RNZ Saturday Mornings

Former NZSAS Commander Jamie Pennell reflects on being pushed to the limits serving in Afghanistan and receiving New Zealand’s second highest military honour. Full story ⬇