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‘Closely monitoring’: How is New Zealand responding to the threat of knife crime?
Last year saw 1639 incidents involving stabbing or cutting weapons.
Can the Government’s investment summit help turn around falling poll results?
100 businesses will be in attendance for the investment summit.
More beach days ahead: Warmer autumn conditions likely despite cool mornings
Temperatures forecast to rise in mid-March, with summer-like weather continuing.
‘We remain hopeful’: Eloi Rolland’s family speaks on missing son’s case
His parents say it's been 'very heartbreaking' with no news for five years.
3D bioprinting: Expert says organ printing could be decades away
3D bioprinting creates tissues and organs using living cells and biomaterials.
‘It’s too late’: The death of cinemas and the struggle to draw audiences back
Conan O’Brien mocked streaming by introducing a 'building for movies' at the Oscars.
Name suppression: What could change and why do some offenders get to keep their name a secret?
Legal groups warn the changes pose significant risks to victims.
‘Drug of choice’: NZ meth use hits unprecedented levels
Meth use reached record levels in NZ last year, peaking at 39.2kg in a week.
March rush: Why Auckland traffic woes hit hardest this season
March marks the end of summer holidays with schools and universities resuming.
How new citizens' arrest laws could impact NZ retailers
Labour criticises $3.6 million spent on retail crime advisory group.
Why ‘tradwives’ and conservative values are resonating with Gen-Z
Recent polls show a shift for one of our younger generations.
Why China’s naval activities are raising eyebrows in NZ and Australia
Judith Collins said NZ and Australia aren't 'particularly worried' about the drills.
Threat of ‘citykiller’ asteroid due to approach Earth in 2032 downgraded
But why are so obsessed with 'doomsday scenarios' like this?
Zelenskyy to NZ: Be happy you’re far from Russia-Ukraine conflict
Trump's criticism boosted Zelenskyy's popularity by about 10% overnight.
‘National shame’: Children’s Minister on rising child violence and deaths
Child hospitalisations from assault in 2024 hit a ten-year high.
Destiny Church protests reignite debate on charitable tax exemptions
Over 28,000 charities in NZ earn more than $21 billion annually.
NZ health crisis deepens with trio of top-level resignations
The resignations are the latest hits to a crisis-ridden health system.
The truth about homelessness: What NZ’s rising numbers reveal
Around 43,500 people were homeless in March 2023, about 0.9% of the population.
Betting monopoly: TAB would be sole online betting operator for NZ sports under proposal
It comes as TAB NZ's operator, Entain, faces investigations in Australia.
Why US anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment is a warning for New Zealand
US anti-trans laws rise under Trump administration, sparking concerns.
‘Big old headache’: David Seymour’s impact on Govt unity
The coalition is losing ground, according to the latest polls.
NZ-Cook Islands tensions over China deal could lead to ‘divorce’, expert warns
The Cook Islands PM is accused of bypassing NZ on the islands' China deal discussions.
How NZ plans to replicate Ireland's success in foreign investment
A global investment summit will be held next month for key fund managers.
House values, rents to drop: Could 2025 be the year to buy?
So many houses are on the market right now, it could take months to clear
How privatisation may shape New Zealand’s future economic path
Act and National have both raised privatisation and asset sales in recent weeks
NZ opens doors to digital nomads amid tourism push
New Zealand joins 66 countries offering visas for digital nomads.
‘Shortsighted’: Jones' mining plan draws mixed reactions
Critics say the plan is environmentally reckless and favours mining interests.
Why economic growth is central to NZ’s future under Luxon
Prime Minister Luxon emphasised 'growth' 31 times in his 2025 speech.
AI innovation or imitation: DeepSeek’s disruptive claim under scrutiny
DeepSeek claims its AI emulates ChatGPT at a fraction of the cost.
Charter schools, structured learning and new lunches: What’s changing for schools this year
Charter schools are reopening, with seven new schools set to open this term.
Meta ends fact-checking; whistleblower warns NZ lawmakers
Facebook is ending third-party fact-checking, moving to user-driven Community Notes.
DuVal, Ikea and construction woes: The property stories to watch in 2025
Some think the tough lending landscape and unpaid tax bills will be the major themes.
Golriz Ghahraman case highlights Auror's role in retail surveillance
Auror covers 90% of NZ retail, linking stores like supermarkets and big box outlets.