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Beehive could be vacated for 18 months, 'a lot of work' needed

Briefings sent to Parliament repeatedly raised the financial risks of the new pay equity...

Beehive could be vacated for 18 months, 'a lot of work' needed

The Beehive could be vacated for refurbishments, with Parliament's Speaker saying a decision on repairs to the executive wing would probably be made in the next Parliamentary term.

'Cats do monstrous amounts of damage': ownership rules reassessed

Cats do "monstrous amounts of damage" to bird life, says a local conservation group. Photo: RNZ /...

'Cats do monstrous amounts of damage': ownership rules reassessed

A conservation group looking to bring native birds back to a Canterbury town have welcomed council plans for expanded rules around cat ownership.

Using AI for benefit decisions a 'no-brainer': govt officials

Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston. Photo: Mark Papalii / RNZ

Using AI for benefit decisions a 'no-brainer': govt officials

Government officials have defended using automated tools to make some decisions about people's benefits, saying it's a "no-brainer".

Officer uses axe to rescue driver in submerged car

Officer uses axe to rescue driver in submerged car

A police officer used an axe to smash a window and rescue a driver in a car that was being pulled under water in Auckland's Okahu Bay earlier this week.

No conviction for high profile sportsman with drink driving charge

No conviction for high profile sportsman with drink driving charge

A high-profile former sportsperson has been discharged without conviction following a charge of driving with excess blood alcohol.

Minister 'shocked' at department's low effort in role with Fenz

Brooke van Velden showed an immediate interest in reforming equal pay laws. Photo: RNZ

Minister 'shocked' at department's low effort in role with Fenz

The Internal Affairs Minister has taken a swipe at government agencies taking a relaxed approach to public accountability despite being responsible for hundreds of millions of dollars.

'Much-loved' Rory mauled to death by other dog

Rory, a much-loved family dog, died after he was attacked in Palmerston North on Saturday. Photo:...

'Much-loved' family pet mauled to death by other dog on walkway

A family dog has been mauled to death on a popular riverside walkway and the dog responsible is yet to be caught.

Group came to NZ 'specifically to manufacture illicit drugs', police say

Part of the 10kg methamphetamine supply that was seized. Photo: Supplied / NZ Police via RNZ

Group came to NZ 'specifically to manufacture illicit drugs', police say

Police say 11 Chinese and Taiwanese nationals who are being linked to a transnational organised crime cell have been arrested over charges of supplying methamphetamine.

Peters wants prison for immigration officials

Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters. Photo: RNZ

Peters wants prison for immigration officials

The NZ First leader says he told the Immigration Minister some time ago her ministry was the "worst department in this country by miles".

John Minto given $10k compo after pepper spraying

Veteran activist John Minto given $10k compo after pepper spraying

Police have paid $10,000 to veteran activist John Minto after he was unlawfully arrested and pepper-sprayed at a pro-Palestinian protest in Christchurch in 2024.

Don't trust the 'monks', shoppers warned

Police in Auckland are warning people not to engage with people dressed as monks reportedly...

Don't trust the 'monks', shoppers warned

Members of the public have described strange interactions with people dressed as monks, sometimes aggressive and confrontational.

Murder charge after man fatally stabbed in central Auckland

A large police presence at the scene in Auckland on Tuesday night. Photo: Supplied

Murder charge after man fatally stabbed in central Auckland

A man has died following a stabbing incident in central Auckland yesterday evening.

Support for Greens surges in latest poll

Green Part co-leaders Marama Davidson (L) and Chloe Swarbrick. Photo: RNZ

Support for Greens surges in latest poll

The Greens have received a surge of support in a new poll, with the party nudging the left bloc into a position to govern if an election was held today.

Heads could roll at Immigration NZ amid integrity probe

Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche has launched an investigation to examine concerns...

Heads could roll at Immigration NZ amid integrity probe

Officials at the country's immigration department could be sacked following accusations staff intentionally misled ministers and avoided Cabinet scrutiny.

$79m boost for aged residential care services

Hamilton solo mum Phillipa Ngamokopuna failed in her bid for a discharge without conviction on...

$79m boost for aged residential care services

The Minister of Health says a funding boost for aged residential care services will help older people who are waiting too long to get the care they need.

Mass food poisoning of students charge admitted

Students in the dining hall at University Hall accommodation. Photo: Supplied / University of...

Mass food poisoning of students charge admitted

The University of Canterbury Students' Association has admitted responsibility for a food poisoning outbreak that made more than 100 students sick.

Missing woman's partner urged to break silence

Rowena Walker was last seen in August last year. Photo: NZ Police

Missing woman's partner urged to break silence

Police are renewing an urgent appeal over the whereabouts of missing Canterbury woman Rowena Walker who they believe is a victim of foul play.

Workplace safety changes won't improve NZ's poor record - expert

Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden. Photo: RNZ

Workplace safety changes won't improve NZ's poor record - expert

Plans to scale back on health and safety measures will impact the country's economy, as well as worker safety, says the NZ Institute of Safety Management.

Body in bag trial: Recordings show accused discussing body disposal

Lanyue Xiao and her husband Kaixiao Liu. Photo: RNZ

Body in bag trial: Recordings show accused discussing body disposal

Residents at a house at the centre of a police investigation into Shulai Wang's death were asked about how to deal with her body, recordings played in court today have revealed.

Concerns grow over replacement of Medical Council's leadership

Health Minister Simeon Brown. Photo: RNZ

Concerns grow over replacement of Medical Council's leadership

The Health Minister has declined to re-appoint the existing Medical Council chairperson and deputy chairperson when their terms expired, despite both remaining eligible for reappointment.

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