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Back to basics
The government’s school reforms are about building a solid foundation for New Zealand’s future, Education Minister Erica Stanford tells political editor Mike Houlahan.
Commissioner seeks answers after Police College recruits fall short
Commissioner seeks answers after Police College recruits fall short
The Police Commissioner has sought answers after some recruit wings at Police College fell below expected numbers, including one with fewer than 50 recruits.
Trampers and hunters urged to take care
Trampers and hunters urged to take care
If you have plans to ‘‘go bush or back country’’ this long Anzac weekend, the New Zealand Mountain Safety Council is urging trampers and hunters to take extra care.
Search continues for missing Motueka man
Search continues for missing Motueka man
A search is continuing for a man missing since early last week after leaving his Motueka home on foot.
'Otherworldly' light over NZ likely a Chinese rocket - astronomer
'Otherworldly' light over NZ likely a Chinese rocket - astronomer
Astronomers believe an "otherworldly'' light seen in the sky on Friday night is linked to a Chinese rocket launch hours earlier.
Two killed in crash near Rotorua
Two killed in crash near Rotorua
Two people have died, and another is seriously injured after a two-car collision near Rotorua this morning.
Arrest after child on bike struck in Tokoroa hit-and-run
Arrest after child on bike struck in Tokoroa hit-and-run
A 43-year-old man has been arrested after a young child on a bike in Tokoroa was hit by a car which then sped off.
Senior first responder accused of possessing child exploitation material
Senior first responder accused of possessing child exploitation material
A senior first responder accused of possessing child exploitation material will stand trial later this year.
Luxon cancels TVNZ slot, party lodges complaint
Luxon cancels TVNZ slot, party lodges complaint
The Prime Minister has cancelled his regular interviews with TVNZ's Breakfast programme while his party has lodged a complaint about the conduct of its press gallery team.
Teen charged with murder over Wainuiomata stabbing death
Teen charged with murder over Wainuiomata stabbing death
A 17-year-old has been charged with murder over fatal stabbing of a man in Wainuiomata earlier this month.
Killer mum fights prison phone cap
Killer mum fights prison phone cap
A woman who was jailed for life after stabbing her friend at a pamper party is challenging Corrections’ phone policy, saying it’s unfair she can no longer talk to her family for up to three hours a day.
Fuel price relief for war veterans
Fuel price relief for war veterans
The government has boosted mileage reimbursement rates for war veterans travelling to medical appointments by 50%, as the cost of fuel continues to bite.
Housing planned for known flood zone 'beyond belief'
Housing planned for known flood zone 'beyond belief'
Plans for a new social housing complex are sparking concerns in Kawakawa, with some residents saying it's wrong to put vulnerable people in a known flood zone next door to a pub and pokies.
Evacuations as landslip blocks coastal highway
Evacuations as landslip blocks coastal highway
The Hibiscus Coast at Waiwera, north of Auckland, has been closed following a large slip after heavy rain drenched the region.
'It means a lot': Te Kaha opening after 15-year wait
'It means a lot': Te Kaha opening after 15-year wait
The citadel that now rises above central Christchurch is more than just a stadium.
Auckland mayor called RNZ worker a 'Muslim terrorist'
Auckland mayor called RNZ worker a 'Muslim terrorist'
Wayne Brown has apologised, saying his comments about a person of Indian descent were a "fumbled attempt at humour."
South Island meat processor fire puts one in hospital
South Island meat processor fire puts one in hospital
A person has been taken to hospital after an early morning fire at a South Island meat processor, where an oil burner kept igniting.
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Power lines need to be safe from trees: minister
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Power lines need to be safe from trees: minister
New Energy Minister Simeon Brown wants to get on top of the issue of falling trees landing on powerlines.
Health NZ tables offer to nurses union
Health NZ tables offer to nurses union
Health New Zealand has sent nurses, midwives, and health care assistants their first offer since June last year.
David Seymour floats giving teens $500 to invest
David Seymour floats giving teens $500 to invest
Act Party leader David Seymour has floated dishing out $500 to every year 11 student for an investment account, to promote investing at a younger age.