WorldKiwi tourist in suspected mass poisoning returns homeThe Kiwi tourist was believed to have been poisoned by methanol.24 Nov 09:01 PM
Travel newsKiwi 'unwell' after methanol poisoning leaves two Australian teens on life supportThe New Zealand Embassy in Bangkok said one Kiwi has reported feeling 'unwell'.20 Nov 04:31 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie MortonAnalysis: How will NZ efforts stack up at this year’s big climate change summit?NZ is among nearly 200 nations discussing climate change in Baku. How do we compare?16 Nov 04:00 PM
PoliticsNew Zealand’s aid spend forecast to dropThe forecast aid budget's $1.1b this financial year, compared to $1.2b last year.27 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung Kiwi woman drugged, sexually assaulted during Indonesian holidayThe woman, 23, has warned female travellers not to travel alone and not accept drinks.10 Oct 09:17 PM
New ZealandAustralia waives diplomatic immunity for man embroiled in Wellington street fightPolice had sought a waiver of diplomatic immunity to press charges.09 Oct 04:56 AM
NewsDeadliest storm in 100 years: MFAT’s advice for Kiwi travellers in Florida70 Kiwis registered on SafeTravel as being in Florida as Category 5 storm hits state.09 Oct 03:57 AM
KahuWhanganui, Taranaki diplomat appointed High Commissioner to MalaysiaCareer diplomat Michael Walsh joined MFAT in 1993.08 Oct 08:07 PM
New Zealand'Ready to die': Video emerges of central Wellington diplomatic stoushPolice are seeking a waiver of diplomatic immunity to press charges.08 Oct 06:18 AM
PremiumPremiumMood of the BoardroomMFAT tops effectiveness survey, leaving Treasury trailingMFAT tops 2024 Mood of the Boardroom survey, rated most effective govt ministry.02 Oct 03:59 PM
PoliticsWatch: Irritated Peters stops UN speech, demands room 'keep quiet’"When somebody is addressing you, the rest of the people in the room keep quiet.”26 Sep 05:58 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFran O'SullivanFran O’Sullivan: NZ eyes closer ties with US amid Aukus collaboration plansOPINION: The US presidential election has concentrated diplomatic minds.20 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Wisdom and restraint': New Zealand joins calls for calm in VenezuelaGovernment officials have begun a violent crackdown following protests.31 Aug 07:41 AM
PoliticsPacific Islands Forum: Foreign Minister invited to New Caledonia, officials to meet French ambassadorIt comes as communications to the island of Christopher Luxon's retreat improve.27 Aug 03:28 AM
PoliticsTonga diary: Roasted pig, octopus and media redemption at the Pacific Islands ForumThe Foreign Minister rejoiced over how journalists might achieve some redemption.25 Aug 05:20 AM
New ZealandNZ embassy staffer yelled for help after armed robberyThe robbers fled the scene in a car with stolen plates, say local media.17 Aug 08:45 PM
WorldGallipoli fire may have unearthed remains of Anzac soldiersThe damage looks similar to a fire in 1994 which left bones littering the area, RSA says.17 Aug 06:40 AM
WorldNZ diplomat tied up, hit in face with pistol at Paris apartment during robberyThe victim was reportedly hit in the face with the butt of a pistol.16 Aug 11:04 PM
New Zealand'Shouldn’t be paying it': Seafood industry not making the most of FTAsMfat estimates 40% of seafood exports to UK still paying tariffs eliminated a year ago.11 Aug 11:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPublic sector cuts: $58m so far in redundancy payouts at Govt agenciesNicola Willis says the cost is small compared to the $6b they're expecting to save.07 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelMFAT reveals whether travellers should cancel UK tripsSeveral people have died in the UK riots.07 Aug 01:56 AM
World'Leave now': Foreign Minister tells Kiwis to flee Lebanon and Iran; consider if staying in Israel necessaryIran has promised 'severe' revenge after the leader of militant group Hamas was killed.04 Aug 04:30 AM
New ZealandKiwi exporters struggling with doubled shipping costsMinistry of Foreign Affairs and Trade said global rates have nearly doubled since April.30 Jul 11:41 PM
New Zealand'I don't care': Russia bans 36 more Kiwis, including mayors, professorsThese sanctions come a month after the Government announced more sanctions against Russia.28 Jun 07:36 PM
New ZealandNew Zealander dies during hajj pilgrimage in Saudi ArabiaConsular assistance was being provided to the person’s family.21 Jun 12:39 AM
New ZealandPM's plane woes risk denting NZ's international reputation, says law expertChristopher Luxon was forced to use a commercial flight for his official trip.17 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: 'A' for effort on education; minister wrong about speed limitsOPINION: 'The NZEI always talks absolute rubbish, so they should be ignored.'17 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesJenée Tibshraeny: It's hard to sell NZ to the world after another 'embarrassing' plane failureOPINION: The situation with the NZ Defence Force planes is untenable.17 Jun 03:13 AM
AgribusinessNZDF plane breaks down: Air NZ flight diverted for delegation; PM may always fly commercialPrime Minister Christopher Luxon's meeting with Japanese counterpart unaffected.16 Jun 07:51 PM
New ZealandKiwi Ukrainians want Government to attend Global Peace SummitMore than 50 world leaders have confirmed they will attend the international event.14 Jun 08:10 AM
New ZealandSingapore Airlines turbulence: Two Kiwis remain in Bangkok hospitalMFAT says it is "following up" with the injured.24 May 02:21 AM
PoliticsWinston Peters cancels planned Mfat cuts, saving ministry $20m a yearThe ministry's budget will be trimmed by half as much as forecast.24 May 12:27 AM
New ZealandFour Kiwis hospitalised in Thailand after fatal Singapore Airlines turbulenceA British man died on the flight. There were 23 Kiwis on board, four were hospitalised.23 May 07:14 AM
New ZealandMore Kiwis arrive home from riot-torn New Caledonia as French President visitsNew Zealand is ready to undertake further flights once approval is granted.23 May 01:01 AM
