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Wider inquiry into state of fire trucks needed, MPs told

Firefighters say they no longer have confidence in their ageing fleet vehicles. Photo: RNZ

Wider inquiry into state of fire trucks needed, MPs told

An inquiry into the state of Fire and Emergency's fire trucks has heard its troubles go deeper than thought and require a wider investigation.

Breast Cancer Foundation calls for treatment to bypass GP

Andi Shirtcliffe says she wished she had acted faster when diagnosed with cancer at the age of 57...

Breast Cancer Foundation calls for treatment to bypass GP

The Breast Cancer Foundation is calling for women with symptoms to be referred directly for diagnostic imaging, bypassing the GP.

Free flu jabs for 250,000+ children under changes

Free flu jabs for 250,000+ children under changes

More than a quarter of a million children in New Zealand could qualify for free flu vaccines from next year.

Willis regrets social housing lotto remark

Finance Minister Nicola Willis. Photo: RNZ

Willis regrets social housing lotto remark

Finance Minister Nicola Willis says she regrets her choice of words following the government's announcement of a major shake-up to social housing.

Roadside drug testing nationwide by July

The roadside drug testing programme began in late 2025. Photo: RNZ

Roadside drug testing nationwide by July

Roadside drug tests are rolling out nationwide as the government aims to crack down on impaired drivers.

'Tough choices' in major social housing shake-up

Housing Minister Chris Bishop. Photo: RNZ

'Tough choices': Govt announces major social housing shake-up

A major shake-up of social housing will boost weekly support for 110,000 families by almost $15 but leave another 80,000 families worse off by $30 a week.

Police unjustified in some actions before Christchurch crash

The driver of the Toyota Prius had been fleeing police before it was struck by the train on...

Police unjustified in some actions before Christchurch crash

Christchurch police officers made several mistakes during the pursuit of a stolen car which ended up being hit by a train on Lincoln Rd, the IPCA has found.

Young boy forced out during car theft at supermarket

Young boy forced out during car theft at supermarket

A man has been charged after allegedly stealing a car outside an Auckland supermarket and forcing a child out of the front seat.

Auckland hitman murder tied to intercepted cocaine

Auckland courier driverTuipulotu Vi was shot and killed in 2024. Photo: Facebook /...

Auckland hitman murder tied to intercepted cocaine

An Auckland courier driver was allegedly murdered by a US-based hitman after Customs intercepted 18kg of cocaine and firearms police believe were linked to an international organised crime syndicate.

Clop clop, or for the chop? Cowbell war kicks off in Christchurch

Another cowbell war has kicked off ahead of the Crusaders game on Friday night - with the Chiefs boss offering prizes to fans who successfully smuggle one into Christchurch's new stadium.

US woman's bequest a boon for Kaikōura kids

The unexpected generosity of an American woman who visited Kaikōura 15 years ago has brought a dream of marine education to life for children.

Mum and toddler killed in house fire named

Toddler Sapphire-Hope Couch loved cuddles with her parents and sneaking treats from the chocolate...

'Heartbreaking loss': Family speaks as mum and toddler killed in fire named

Toddler Sapphire-Hope Couch, who died in a house fire which also killed her mother, is being remembered for her ‘‘infectious smile that could light up any room’

Deepfake bill gets unanimous support

The bill will target material purporting to depict a real, identifiable person, in genuine...

Deepfake bill gets unanimous support

A member's bill seeking to criminalise non-consensual, sexually explicit deepfakes has passed its first reading at Parliament.

Baby's body found on Marlborough road

Wairau Bar Rd, where the infant's body was found. Photo: RNZ

Baby's body found on Marlborough road

Police are searching for the family of a baby, whose body was found on the side of a rural road in Marlborough.

No Budget cuts again for MFAT

Nicola Willis revealed in Parliament that Winston Peters' ministry isn't required to cut its...

No Budget cuts again for MFAT

Winston Peters' MFAT has again been exempt from funding cuts in this year's Budget, with the Finance Minister confirming the ministry wouldn't be made to find savings until after the election.

Girl's PowerPoint outlining fear of father sways family court

A 12-year-old girl was so anxious and frightened about having to visit her father that she broke out in hives and wet her bed.

Coalition partners support gender bill

The trans flag. NZ First's Bill would define "woman" in law as "an adult human biological female"...

Coalition partners support gender bill

The Bill seeking to define the term "woman" in law is being debated in Parliament.

'Range of concerns' over CCTV use in playgrounds

The Te Whāriki playground in Lincoln was left covered in graffiti earlier this month. Photo:...

'Range of concerns' over CCTV use in playgrounds

There is disagreement over whether CCTV cameras are the best way to deter graffiti in public spaces in parts of Canterbury.

Senior officers among arrested Corrections staff

The arrests included corrections officers and senior corrections officers at the prison. Photo: RNZ

Senior officers among arrested Corrections staff

Five more prison staff have been arrested after a police investigation, bringing the total number of arrests to 14.

Govt's branding update highlights English over te reo Māori

The government's redesigned branding places "New Zealand Government" in bold above "Te...

Govt's branding update highlights English over te reo Māori

The government has updated its official branding to give greater prominence to English over te reo Māori.

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