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Govt mulled phase-out before axing fees-free scheme

Tertiary Education Minister Penny Simmonds. Photo: RNZ

Govt mulled phase-out before axing fees-free scheme

The government considered phasing out the fees-free tertiary education scheme but decided it was too complicated, opting instead to axe it in one go.

Partners slip in poll, but coalition could still govern

National would bring 39 MPs into Parliament under the new poll results, with 15 MPs from NZ First...

Partners slip in poll, but coalition could still govern

National's partners Act and New Zealand First have taken a tumble in support in the latest poll, but the coalition bloc is still holding its lead.

Trump says Iran ceasefire 'on life support'

Trump says Iran ceasefire 'on life support'

Hopes for a peace deal on Iran faded on Tuesday after Donald Trump said a ceasefire with Iran was "on life support".

Giuffre memoir triumphs at UK book awards

Giuffre memoir triumphs at UK book awards

Virginia Giuffre's powerful posthumous memoir has been named book of the year at the British Book Awards.

Police swoop to rescue dog during court hearing

The dog was rescued after police asked the right questions in court. Photo: Police

Police swoop to rescue dog during court hearing

A recent court appearance in Christchurch prompted police to act quickly to check on the well-being of a small dog caught up in a family harm situation.

Kiwi ICE detainee shackled, deprived of food, family says

Everlee Wihongi was detained when re-entering the US on a Green Card a month ago. Photo: Supplied

Kiwi ICE detainee shackled, deprived of food, family says

The sister-in-law of a New Zealander held in ICE custody alleges she was shackled and not fed while being transferred to a different state.

'Call-up from the All Blacks': Member of public tackles man fleeing police

A Whangārei man has been praised for tackling a man who was fleeing police.

Jo Galer on track to win Dunedin by-election

Jo Galer is on track to win the Dunedin City Council by-election over former mayor Aaron Hawkins.

Starmer's plea to stay fails to sway MPs

Sir Keir Starmer is under renewed pressure after four ministerial aides stepped down and more than 70 Labour lawmakers publicly called for the British PM's resignation.

London rooftop star exhibit in new Beatles museum

The London rooftop where The Beatles played their final impromptu gig will be immortalised by a new museum dedicated to the band due to open next year.

One trapped in three-car crash at intersection

A busy intersection in the Selwyn district has reopened after a person was trapped in a car following a serious crash on Tuesday morning.

Bus hub killer fails to have conviction quashed

Bus hub killer fails to have conviction quashed

A teenager who stabbed another schoolboy to death at Dunedin’s bus hub has failed to have his manslaughter conviction overturned.

Govt move to change climate law 'outrageous'

Activist Mike Smith, whose case has now been blocked, says the move is unprecedented, while Greenpeace calls it a "shocking abuse of power".

Virus ship: Kiwi among final passengers evacuated

The hantavirus-hit Hondius is on its way to the Netherlands as the last passengers, including a Kiwi, were evacuated from the luxury cruise ship.

Caselberg Trust Poetry winner donates prize to St Brigid's School

Helen Williford-Lower visited S. Brigid's School to read from her new book Fairy Lights, Bed Time Poems, and donate her Caselberg Trust Poetry Contest 1st Place prize to the school, along with...

Wellington tetraplegic conquers his Everest

Andrew Leslie is raising awareness about accessibility in the outdoors. Photo: RNZ

Wellington tetraplegic conquers his Everest

Andrew Leslie walked to the top of Wellington's Mt Kaukau 35 times in a year to raise awareness about accessibility in the outdoors.

Alexandra Shotokan Karate Club celebrates successful grading day

Kodi Knights, Curtis Melton and Eli Knights

Alexandra Shotokan Karate Club celebrates successful grading day

The Alexandra Shotokan Karate Club celebrated a major milestone with 38 students successfully grading to their next karate ranks at the Clyde Primary School Hall.

Claims TVNZ's Sherman 'hounded' into resignation

Maiki Sherman at Parliament. Photo: Aotearoa Media Collective (file)

Claims TVNZ's Sherman 'hounded' into resignation

The TVNZ political editor resigned after scrutiny over comments she made during drinks in Finance Minister Nicola Willis' office a year ago.

'Like an explosion': Impact of car that hit officer described

It's a year since Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming died from injuries after being hit by a car in...

'Like an explosion': Impact of car that hit officer described

A policeman who was part of efforts to save Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming has told the Christchurch High Court the moment the car hit her was "like a landmine" exploding.

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Students face ‘uncertain’ future

The government’s decision to scrap the fees-free scheme was an unwelcome
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Students face ‘uncertain’ future

Otago students say they may not finish their degrees after being blindsided by the government’s decision to scrap fees-free study.

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