New Zealand News

News 6:24PM

How to Overcome Your Fear Before a Bungy Jump

Bungy jumping triggers your brain’s natural fight or flight response.

By News Online
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Search and Rescue 6:12AM

Found, missing tramper, Kahurangi National Park

Please attribute to Sergeant Jonny Evans, Police Search and Rescue.

By New Zealand Police
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Government 6:11AM

Men should be banned from using women's changing rooms at work

The Women's Rights Party is calling on the Coalition Government to ban public sector policies that allow males identifying as women to access women employees' changing facilities.

By Women's Rights Party
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Police 3:23AM

Joint statement: Planned protest in Auckland on 31 January 2026

A planned protest across the Auckland Harbour Bridge has had its permit declined, and access to the bridge will not be facilitated by Police.

By New Zealand Police
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Deaths 3:23AM

Name release: Fatal crash, Hamurana

Police can now release the name of the person who died following a crash in Hamurana, Nort of Rotorua on Tuesday 13 January.

By New Zealand Police
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Environment 3:23AM

Historic Global Ocean Treaty enters into force

The Global Ocean Treaty, dubbed one of the most significant pieces of environmental legislation in decades, will officially enter into force this Saturday [January 17], paving the way for global ocean protection on the High Seas.

By Greenpeace Aotearoa
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Health 3:20AM

NZ Biosecurity Threatened from FSANZ Trojan Horse GE Purple Tomato Approval

The Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) approved a virulent purple genetically engineered tomato is a Trojan Horse and threatens NZ biosecurity, and consumer health.

By GE Free NZ
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News 9:00PM

How Can New Zealand Businesses Reduce Heating Costs and Carbon in 2026?

New Zealand businesses are looking for ways to cut heating costs and reduce carbon emissions while keeping operations running efficiently.

By News Online
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Health 1:23PM

Kaupapa Māori early intervention delivers better health outcomes for community and health system

Marlborough's only kaupapa Māori general practice, Manu Ora is focused on addressing healthcare inequity through prevention and early intervention, resulting in positive results both for its patients and the wider healthcare system.

By Rata Foundation
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Police 1:22PM

PSA seek investigation from Independent Police Conduct Authority of Police Mental health withdrawal policy following incident

The PSA has laid an official complaint with the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) after Police failed to assist mental health workers who were assaulted by a distressed patient.

By PSA
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Health 1:19PM

Not so festive for ED nurses, survey reveals

A recent NZNO survey of emergency department nurses working over the Christmas/New Year period has revealed the vast majority were subjected to abuse over the festive season.

By New Zealand Nurses Organisation
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News 7:46PM

How Stress Affects Your Oral Health And What To Do About It

Stress can affect your teeth and gums.

By News Online
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News 1:27PM

Live Music Takes Centre Stage in Auckland in Early 2026 with Best Western Newmarket Inn & Suites

The first few months of 2026 are shaping up to be a big one for live music in Auckland, with major international acts confirmed for both Spark Arena and Eden Park.

By Media PA
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Environment 1:17PM

Sustainable Event Hosting: How NZ Venues Are Reducing Their Footprint

More people across Aotearoa are starting to think carefully about how their choices shape the world around them.

By Fabric Digital
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News 8:10AM

Agsafe Weekly Rural Report

Finance: The NZ dollar has eased over the last 3 week with the biggest fall against the Australian dollar making it tough for those holidaying in Aussie.

By Media PA
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Fire 2:23AM

Extreme caution needed as more districts see fire danger spiking

The weather is already heating up as a heat wave passes through Aotearoa New Zealand.

By Fire and Emergency New Zealand
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Transport 2:22AM

Road freight industry warns tolling existing roads will undermine public support

Road freight association Transporting New Zealand is urging the Government to remove provisions in the Land Transport (Revenue) Amendment Bill that would allow existing roads to be tolled and enable heavy vehicles to be forced onto toll roads.

By Transporting New Zealand
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Conservation 2:20AM

Sandra's spider surprise: Potential new species discovered during KNE mahi

Little did Sandra Sñez know when she saw some small, unusual tunnels at a North Taranaki Key Native Ecosystem (KNE) that they were the home of a potential new species of spider.

By Taranaki Regional Council
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Environment 2:17AM

Fish & Game welcomes landmark outdoor access report

Fish & Game New Zealand applauds the Outdoor Access Commission's inaugural State of Public Outdoor Access Report, calling it a crucial step toward protecting and enhancing access for anglers and game bird hunters.

By Fish and Game NZ
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Traffic 2:15AM

Holiday road toll drops for a second year in a row

Police are pleased that, for a second year in a row, the number of holiday road deaths has decreased.

By New Zealand Police
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News 11:09PM

Premium Clean Announces Advanced Eco-Friendly Carpet Cleaning Service to Restore NZ Homes

Premium Clean Launches New Zealand-Wide Eco-Friendly Carpet Cleaning for Healthier Homes The leading service provider introduces a sustainable solution to remove deep-seated allergens and stains, extending carpet life and improving indoor air quality.