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A South African travel agency which organised a school trip to New Zealand say they are still waiting for a visa refund 18 months on.

It would cost the Government $100 million over four years to rescue Wellington City Council's "bleeding" social housing stock by extending a critical subsidy to tenants. City Housing is in financial trouble and forecast to be insolvent...

The Young Nats say they are "deeply disappointed" National's caucus has decided to vote against legislation banning conversion therapy at its first reading.MPs will debate the law which would criminalise treatment which aims to...

An already tight rental market has left more tenants without homes as bach owners grapple with new Government rules over how they use their property. A law change in February is having a knock-on effect ...

My Food Bag has started rolling out the next phase of its growth strategy, expanding into the broader online food and grocery market with a range of new products and recipes. The company referred to ...

New South Wales has recorded 262 new community cases of Covid-19, with at least 43 of those cases infectious while in the community.Of the new cases, 129 are linked to existing outbreaks and the source of infection for 133 cases...

An international construction materials supplier that provided competition to dual-listed giant Fletcher Building has told customers it is shutting its operations in New Zealand because it can't succeed ...

The Biden administration is taking the first steps toward requiring nearly all foreign visitors to the United States to be vaccinated for the coronavirus, a White House official said today.The requirement would come as part of the...

Youth wing are "deeply disappointed" National's caucus has decided to vote against legislation banning conversion therapy.

REVIEW: It's true, comparisons to more recent British royals does add extra spice to this star-filled, sumptuous-looking 2008 period drama.

The woman has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car in the central Auckland suburb of Remuera.

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Parents are grateful a school has decided to delete footage recorded in a girls’ bathroom without students’ knowledge.

Police bosses will not say what they're doing with intelligence gathered in the discredited formal warning system.A High Court judge ruled the system was illegal, and police this week said no appeal against the judge's decision...

Brian Houston, the founder of the Evangelical Hillsong Church, will face court in New South Wales over allegedly concealing alleged child sex offences. Police in Sydney say they will allege in court ...

Budget documents offer the first hint of what form immigration reform may take - suggesting fewer people may apply for visas.

A bullet was shot through the window of a Takanini home overnight while young children slept inside - while a Manurewa resident is "extremely lucky" not to have been hurt by bullets that entered her home during another unrelated Auckland...

The latest Silverstone Auction saw four new world records set, as more than $13.8 million worth of classic cars and collector motorcycles sold.

Armed police officers and the police Eagle helicopter swarmed two streets in Papakura this morning.Police confirmed a vehicle had crashed into a second car carrying a mother and two children. The trio suffered minor injuries.Officers...

A 34-year-old NSW woman has become the seventh Australian to die after taking the AstraZeneca vaccine.The Therapeutic Goods Administration confirmed tonight that the death has once again been linked to thrombosis with thrombocytopenia...

By Samantha Gee of RNZ Emergency department staff and management at Dunedin Hospital met again today over growing concerns patients are at risk of dying while they wait for treatment. Dunedin Hospital ...

Six years ago an unknown woman from Detroit wrote a series of tweets telling the story of an explosive weekend that included pole dancing and pimps — and it went viral. Now #thestory has been turned into ...

A 31-year-old man has been arrested in connection with more than 40 burglaries in Hamilton.He will appear in the Hamilton District Court today charged with 10 counts of burglary for alleged offending dating back to mid-July.Police...

No one had ever made four Olympic men's 1500m finals and Kiwi double medallist ran a season best but couldn't quite make history.

A female frontline staff member has been hospitalised after being attacked inside a Christchurch Work and Income branch, prompting a review of security systems.The Ministry of Social Development, which oversees Winz, and the Public...

Track cyclist announces herself on world stage by winning a silver medal on Olympic debut.

REVIEW: This Oscar-nominated Chilean charmer might blur the lines between reality and drama, but it's still terrific, thought-provoking entertainment.

OPINION: Google co-founder Larry Page travelled to New Zealand to get hospital treatment for his young child despite the country's borders being closed. The billionaire does not have New Zealand citizenship ...

Trading was cut short by nearly two hours because of technical issues with a hesitant New Zealand sharemarket having made a significant fall on the eve of the latest reporting season. The S&P/NZX 50 ...

Canadian frigate HMCS Calgary tied up alongside Princes Wharf yesterday after two months at sea taking part in Operation Talisman Sabre, a military exercise involving Australia, the United States, South Korea and Japan. The ship...

It was raining medals on day 13 of the Tokyo Olympics, with Lisa Carrington claiming another gold and NZ's cyclists excelling at the velodrome.

A group of the nation's leading medical professionals have urged Australians not to wait for the Pfizer vaccine and to get jabbed with AstraZeneca, giving the stark warning that the "only options" are being vaccinated or dying from...

To celebrate Friday's arrival of the Amazon documentary on the actor's life and career, Stuff to Watch takes a look at the Iceman's best roles.

New Zealand has a new queen of the velodrome. Ellesse Andrews has claimed a brilliant silver medal in the women's keirin on Thursday night, with a sensational ride in the final. The 21-year-old had ...

A group of more than 30 organisations have today called on the Greater Wellington Regional Council to impliment free public transport for community service cardholders and students in the region.

Two people have been injured after being hit by a bus in Auckland's CBD. One is in a serious condition and the other has moderate injuries. Emergency services were called to the scene at the intersection ...

Two people are injured after being hit by a bus on a busy central Auckland street.

The Chief Ombudsman wants school boards to ask his office for advice if they're unclear on how to discipline a student - instead of taking the "nuclear option" of expulsion or exclusion and having to backtrack later.The Herald reported...

Lisa Carrington now stands alone. New Zealand's superstar of the Tokyo Games might have already exhausted all the superlatives, but her appetite for winning has not been sated. "It's amazing. You set ...

Tasmania has recorded a new case of Covid-19 for the first time in 12 months.The infected 31-year-old man travelled to the state from NSW after crossing the Victoria border and then on to Tasmania.Tasmania Premier Peter Gutwein...

Low vaccination rates among port workers and remote communities are requiring new ways of thinking.

A report into Whanganui's Te Awhina Acute Mental Health Facility has found a significant number of failings, including growing use of seclusion and a significant number of incidents involving incorrect or excessive medication being...

By RNZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Police Minister Poto Williams, and Police Commissioner Andrew Coster are remaining firmly against the general arming of police, despite 73 per cent of frontline officers favouring the move.A...

Warning: Distressing content. The alleged gang rape and murder of a 9-year-old, "low-caste" girl has sparked several days of protests in India's capital.The horrific case is just the latest incident to highlight the country's...

By Johnny Blades of RNZ As Fiji struggles with an unprecedented health and economic crisis, the country's already limited democratic space is being choked off.Opposition MPs routinely face arrest for criticising legislation...

A doctor has revealed the startling and potentially life-saving difference the Covid-19 vaccine can make in protecting your lungs against the virus.Images provided by Dr Ghassan Kamel, director of the Medical ICU at SSM Health St...

A new record for warm winter temperatures has been set for the two-month period covering June and July.

Victorians have been plunged into a week-long snap lockdown from 8pm tonight, as the state grapples with growing cases of Covid-19.Residents will only be able to leave their home for five reasons - being to shop for essentials,...

Three people have been arrested after a vehicle that had been allegedly carjacked crashed into another car in Ōpaheke in Auckland this morning, injuring a child.

Old car parking lots are to be developed for housing as part of efforts to regenerate the seaside suburb after the earthquakes.

A late replacement after a horror crash, Manawatu rider steps up to grab a second silver medal in an hour on a memorable night at the velodrome.

OPINION: The 2020 Tokyo Olympics sailing event drew to a close for the New Zealand team with a "leather medal" for a fourth place finish to Paul Snow-Hansen and Daniel Wilcox. The men's 470 pair sailed ...

OPINION The entire report from Maria Dew on MediaWorks offers a harrowing look at the cultural issues that have plagued that business, but I think one section, in particular, will make executives feel ...

REVIEW: Blessed with a cast with the collective comedy chops the DC stable has been sorely missing, this is sturdy enough to launch a few sequels.

As an avid fan of Maya Angelou, the Duchess of Sussex will probably be familiar with the American poet and civil rights activist's thoughts on turning 40."When I passed 40 I dropped [the] pretence," Angelou wrote, "Cause men like...

The Government looked at doubling its large increase to main benefits in Budget 2021, lifting main benefits by $50 a week. Treasury modelling showed that this increase would have more than doubled the ...

Kiwi golfer's ascent up the leaderboard was halted by two late bogeys but she's still in the mix to contend for medals.

Hawaii officials wrongly arrested a homeless man for a crime committed by someone else, locked him up in a state hospital for more than two years, forced him to take psychiatric drugs and then tried to cover up the mistake by quietly...

A book checked out a half-century ago has been anonymously returned to a library in northeastern Pennsylvania, officials said.The Wilkes-Barre Citizens' Voice reports that the 1967 copy of the book Coins You Can Collect by Burton...

Four-time gold medallist says Lisa Carrington won't be able to stop smiling for days after becoming New Zealand's most prolific Olympic medallist.

Locals are worried about the future of Gulf Harbour Country Club golf course land after a corporate transfer to interests associated with developer Greg Olliver. Neighbours, a real estate specialist ...

Two people have been injured after being hit by a bus in Auckland's CBD.One is in a serious condition and the other has moderate injuries.Emergency services were called to the scene at the intersection of Fanshawe St and Beaumont...

New Zealand is on track to record its second successive warmest winter on the books - to the detriment of snow-starved, low-lying skifields.Niwa's latest data showed the country had just experienced its warmest June and July period...

A tuna fishing boat based in Fiji that has been accused of essentially enslaving its crew was blocked from importing seafood into the United States.The move is part of an increasing effort to keep goods produced with forced labour...

There are no new community cases of Covid-19 today and just one new case reported in managed isolation facilities.

24 hours ago, Campbell Stewart's Olympics were meant to be over. Now, he's an Olympic medallist. The 23-year-old Kiwi cyclist claimed a stunning silver on the track tonight, pulling off the most improbable ...

The family of a 27-year-old Sydney man who died after contracting Covid-19 claim he returned a negative test result the day before his death, making his suddenly deteriorating health even more shocking.Aude Alaskar, who was married...

Port of Tauranga staff were forced to isolate and operations were shut down on a ship berthed at the port after a Covid-19 scare this week.It has since been confirmed there are no suspected Covid-19 cases on board any vessels in...

Police are continuing to investigate after a man was found with a gunshot wound in Mount Wellington, Auckland last night.

Police are seeking witnesses after a man was shot in Ngapuna, Rotorua around 3.25pm.Emergency services were called to Te Ngae Rd after a man was found with a gunshot wound, a police spokeswoman said.The man was transported to...

Muslims say they have been badly hurt by hate speech but have not had enough time to respond to proposed law changes.

A fit and healthy dad who rejected the Covid jab tragically died from the virus after saying he "wished he had listened".John Eyers' heartbroken twin sister, Jenny McCann, is now urging people to get vaccinated after her "super...

Emergency department staff and management at Dunedin Hospital met again today over growing concerns patients are at risk of dying while they wait for treatment.

Delta is a winner. In the viral race to reproduce, it's outpacing all comers. But virologists have dissected its attributes. And they've found it can get much more powerful yet.At the moment, it's just a simulation.It takes everything...

The majority of Parliament has backed a bill to ban "monstrous" conversion therapy, with many MPs sharing emotional, personal anecdotes. Only the National Party opposed the bill at its first reading in the House today, going against...

Treasury told the Government to kick its election promises like funding for Pharmac, cochlear implants, and Pacific health to later budgets and focus its resources in Budget 2021 on the massive cost of fixing the health system.The...

New Zealand is on track to record its second successive warmest winter on the books - to the detriment of snow-starved, low-lying skifields. Niwa's latest data showed the country had just experienced ...

Brian Houston, the founder of the Evangelical Hillsong Church, will face court in New South Wales over allegedly concealing alleged child sex offences.Police in Sydney say they will allege in court that Houston, 67, knew information...

By Samantha Gee of RNZ Emergency department staff and management at Dunedin Hospital met again today over growing concerns patients are at risk of dying while they wait for treatment.Dunedin Hospital nurse Anne Daniels said...

A frontline staffer at a Christchurch Work and Income office has been seriously injured after being attacked by a client.

Tokyo reported 5,042 new daily coronavirus cases on Thursday, hitting a record since the pandemic began as the infections surge in the Japanese capital hosting the Olympics.The additional cases brought the total for Tokyo to 236,138....

Almost three-quarters of police support the general arming of officers, a new survey shows - the highest level in 10 years.

Kiwi athletes and teams have now won 19 medals in Japan – one more than in Rio five years ago.

Cabinet ministers considered giving beneficiaries a full $50 a week boost in this year's Budget, just-released documents reveal.

The Government looked at doubling its large increase to main benefits in Budget 2021, lifting main benefits by $50 a week. Treasury modelling showed that this increase would have more than doubled the number of children pulled out...

Campbell Stewart admitted that the drive to do something special for the team – and especially injured compatriot Aaron Gates – was the crucial ingredient in his stunning Omnium performance on Thursday ...

A man was found with a gunshot wound in Rotorua today, and police are asking witnesses to come forward.

From her days as a nipper at the local surfing club to competitions at Whakatāne High School, the community say Carrington has always been ahead of her peers.

Australia's Government has pledged A$1.1 billion ($1.15b) to address Indigenous disadvantage, including compensation to thousands of mixed-race children who were taken from their families over decades.The A$378.6 million to be used...

The prime minister, the police minister and the police commissioner all remain firmly against the general arming of police, despite 73 percent of frontline officers favouring the move.

Larry Page was allowed into New Zealand from Fiji with an ill child needing medical treatment.

Police are making enquiries at a Pukekohe house after a man was found with serious injuries nearby.

The Australian state heads back into a 7-day lockdown after suspected "highly infectious" Delta variant cases were out in the community while infectious.

Greece evacuated people in boats from an island beach Wednesday (local time) amid heavy smoke from a nearby wildfire and fire crews fought to keep flames away from the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games as the country sweltered...

Emergency services were told about a man found with a gunshot wound on Thursday afternoon.

The country's district health boards are criticising midwives' decision to strike before voting on the latest pay and working conditions offer.