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Good Evening - Today was: Friday, 15 May 2026 19:47:30 NZST
Current: 11.8°C, Max: 14.6°C, Min: 4.0°C. It feels like 9.8°C
FORECAST: Partly cloudy early with increasing clouds overnight. Low 8C. Winds ESE at 15 to 30 km/h. It feels like 9.8°C. 3 clothing layers recommended.
Station Forecast: Settled fine | Sunrise: 07:17 | Sunset: 17:11 | Dawn: 06:47 | Dusk: 17:41
Weather Forecast
 Temperature : Current trend is Falling, changing by -0.4 °C/hr 11.8°C, 72%   Pressure : Current trend is Rising slowly, changing by 0.3 hPa/hr 1037.4hPa
Based upon today's weather there is a Low Fire Danger (restrictions may apply)
Fire Danger
Wind Speed :  E  Current wind speed is Light breeze (F2) from E (93°) 6km/h   Wind Gust : Current trend is Rising 15km/h
Air Quality :   AQI  0ug/m3   Rainfall : Current trend is Steady 0.0mm
Sun Light : 0Lux, 6.1hrs   Solar UV :  0.0UVI  0W/m2
Last weather station contact: Friday, 15 May 2026 at 19:50:14. Updated in seconds

 Weather Warnings
Warning WEATHER STATION WARNING
High pressure has been detected
 Weather Forecast
Tonight
Partly Cloudy
8°C
Partly Cloudy		 Tomorrow
Cloudy
13°C
Cloudy
Partly cloudy early with increasing clouds overnight. Low 8C. Winds ESE at 15 to 30 km/h.
Chance of Rain: 7%
 Moon & Sun Forecast
Moon Phase: Waning Crescent       Day & Night Ratio Clock Graph
Moonrise
04:56
Moonset
15:39
Visibility
3% 		Sunrise
07:17
Sunset
17:11
Day Length
9.54 Hrs
Moon Phase: Waning Crescent
Sun Phase: Below Horizon
There will be 1min 50s less daylight tomorrow
 System Information
Station Is Online
Updated: 19:50:14 15/05/2026
Time Zone: UTC +12:00(NZST)
System Up: 120 days 0 hours
Prgm Up: 120 days 0 hours
System Rollover: Midnight
City: Palmerston North
State: Manawatū/Wanganui
Country: New Zealand
Lat:S40°21'32.2"(-40.35894°)
Lon:E175°34'21.9"(175.57275°)
Elevation: 27m (89ft)
Station Environment: Urban
Hardware: Ecowitt Wittboy WS90, GW3000, WH31, WH45, WH51, WH40H, WN34S, WH57


The Palmy Sun
Palmy Weather News presented in-conjunction with: Radio New Zealand, New Zealand Herald and Stuff
Friday, 15 May 2026
Day
135
Week
20
Latest Top 3 News Stories
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Mairehau house fire: Mother and toddler both dead, four children hurt. Police and fire investigators are working at the scene of a fatal Christchurch house fire. Photo / Hannah Feck Source: NZ Herald.
Police and fire investigators are working at the scene of a fatal Christchurch house fire. Photo / Hannah Feck. Source: NZ Herald
2 of 3
Wolfbrook Property Group to seek housing rezoning of Pegasus golf course north of Christchurch. Pegasus town's golf club has been sold to developers who want to make way for housing. Photo / File Source: NZ Herald.
Pegasus town's golf club has been sold to developers who want to make way for housing. Photo / File . Source: NZ Herald
3 of 3
Xero boss takes $19m haircut on lower share price but analysts upbeat on company’s future . Xero chief executive Sukhinder Singh Cassidy. Photo / Getty Images Source: NZ Herald.
Xero chief executive Sukhinder Singh Cassidy. Photo / Getty Images. Source: NZ Herald
  Mairehau house fire: Mother and toddler both dead, four children hurt
Four other children, who were the girls’ siblings, were also injured in the blaze.
Published: 5:40PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/christchurch/christchurch-house-fire-three-year-old-girl-dead-mother-critical/CH3QVLSI45CKHFPCY7KZSZ4MEQ/

 Wolfbrook Property Group to seek housing rezoning of Pegasus golf course north of Christchurch
Wolfbrook plans to rezone the Pegasus 18-hole course for housing development.
Published: 4:16PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/wolfbrook-property-group-to-seek-housing-rezoning-of-pegasus-golf-course-north-of-christchurch/TRVSOIJT5JFI3JOELHW2PYQPXU/

 Xero boss takes $19m haircut on lower share price but analysts upbeat on company’s future
Analysts are looking past the recent hit to profit.
Published: 4:52PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/xero-boss-takes-19m-haircut-on-lower-share-price-but-analysts-upbeat-on-companys-future/premium/ZYDXXICXUBE67FFKZJV73KGFWM/
Manawatū Local Newsroom
Manawatū makes the best-tasting water in NZ
After 18 months of boiling their drinking water, Halcombe residents now have the best tap water in the country.
Published: 4:07PM 15 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361005276/manawatu-makes-best-tasting-water-nz

‘Ultimatum’ on amalgamation heavy-handed and confused
OPINION: An ultimatum is what you issue when a relationship has broken down. It signals conflict, not partnership, Palmerston North city councillor Kaydee Zabelin says.
Published: 3:00PM 15 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361005188/ultimatum-amalgamation-heavy-handed-and-confused

Under pressure: Regional hospices struggling to meet demand amid funding shortfalls
Hospice services in regional New Zealand are under increasing pressure to make ends meet against a backdrop of government funding shortfalls, increasing palliative patient numbers and complex cases.
Published: 10:28AM 15 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361004273/under-pressure-regional-hospices-struggling-meet-demand-amidst-funding-shortfalls

Motorcyclist injured after crash in Palmerston North
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after a crash involving a car in central Palmerston North on Friday morning.
Published: 9:39AM 15 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361005064/motorcyclist-injured-after-crash-palmerston-north

Building of new healthcare centre about to start
A private health complex is due to start treating patients in 2028.
Published: 4:00AM 15 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361004060/building-new-new-healthcare-centre-about-start

Dalefield men and women target Intercity semifinal spots
Dalefield could book their places in the Intercity semifinals with wins for the men over College and the women over Tech Academy.
Published: 4:00AM 15 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/sport/361004592/dalefield-men-and-women-target-intercity-semifinal-spots

Community work for drunk-driver with ‘eye-watering’ level of alcohol
A man with previous drink-driving convictions, but none in the last 30 years, has been sentenced to a significant amount of community work after returning a blood alcohol level well above the legal limit.
Published: 4:00AM 15 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361004644/community-work-drunk-driver-eye-watering-level-alcohol

Main St reopens for buses and other traffic
Underground work on wastewater pipes has been completed, ending two months of detours.
Published: 6:00PM 14 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361004403/main-st-reopens-buses-and-other-traffic

Fiction meets cold case: New novel revisits Trades Hall bombing
Riley Chance has published his fourth book.
Published: 3:00PM 14 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361003639/fiction-meets-cold-case-new-novel-revisits-trades-hall-bombing

Council nears targets despite storms, reforms and budget strains
Despite navigating a period of unpredictability with an increase in significant weather events and local government reforms, one of Horizons Regional Council’s committees has achieved nearly all of its annual targets.
Published: 1:00PM 14 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361003745/council-nears-targets-despite-storms-reforms-and-budget-strains

Feilding mother flying high after reaching career milestone
An air force aviator is celebrating after clocking up more than 2000 hours flying in an NH90.
Published: 12:44PM 14 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361004489/feilding-mother-flying-high-after-reaching-career-milestone

Hundreds of singers to compete at Harmony Manawatū Convention in search of place at international competition
Nearly 400 women will descend on Palmerston North’s Regent on Broadway for the national Sweet Adelines competition being held over May 15 and 16.
Published: 12:00PM 14 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361003972/hundreds-singers-head-manawatu-search-sweet-international-competition

Pause in rollout of new trucks after cracked chassis issues in fleet pivotal to FENZ challenges
Fire and Emergency NZ has told a select committee it will be $154m short of the funding needed to bring its fleet into line over the next 10 years as its faces pressure from its workforce and the public to invest heavily in ageing equipment.
Published: 11:00AM 14 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361003717/pause-rollout-new-trucks-after-cracked-chassis-issues-fleet-pivotal-fenz-challenges

Manawatū Water Services committee champions its origin story at first meeting
A landmark win for localism has been lauded at the inaugural meeting of the Manawatū Water Services Committee, while wary words were directed at central government’s latest strong-arm tactics for consolidated services.
Published: 4:00AM 14 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361003703/local-it-gets-manawatu-water-services-committee-champions-its-origin-story-first-meeting

New health centre Te Hā opens is doors and enrolment list
Palmerston North’s latest health centre has been designed to grow and improve access to primary care.
Published: 4:00AM 14 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361003665/new-health-centre-te-ha-opens-its-doors-and-enrolment-list

University staff bargain for secure jobs and pay increases
A Massey University support worker says it’s beyond belief some staff are still being paid less than the living wage despite their critical role.
Published: 6:00PM 13 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361003494/university-staff-bargain-secure-jobs-and-pay-increases

Damien Sinclair overall champion as Palliser Bay Surfcasting Club achieves best-ever result at nationals
The club finished second-top team in the country overall, just behind the Wellington Angling and Casting Club, one position better than last year.
Published: 12:00PM 13 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/sport/360997955/damien-sinclair-overall-champion-palliser-bay-surfcasting-club-achieves-best-ever-result-nationals

Bold plan to transform War Memorial Hall will reshape central Levin
Developers The Wellington Company has presented plans for a hospitality venue, a laneway and accommodation.
Published: 10:19AM 13 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361002722/bold-plan-transform-levin-war-memorial-hall-will-reshape-town-centre

Students studying on campus at Massey University rising but union leader says sites are ‘ghost towns’
The number of New Zealand students studying on Massey University's campuses is rising after halving over the past 10 years, it says.
Published: 9:35AM 13 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361003405/students-studying-campus-massey-university-rising-union-leader-says-sites-are-ghost-towns

Rangitāne profile: Manu ‘Papa Manu’ Kawana
Manu Kawana is affectionately known by everyone around him as Papa Manu. That includes those who have had the pleasure of sitting and listening to his teachings and sharing of his knowledge of matauranga Māori.
Published: 5:00AM 13 May 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361001444/rangitane-profile-manu-papa-manu-kawana
New Zealand Newsroom
Nurses union votes to accept Te Whatu Ora offer after nearly two years of bargaining
More than 38,000 nurses, midwives and health care assistants were eligible to vote.
Published: 7:18PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/595371/nurses-union-votes-to-accept-te-whatu-ora-offer-after-nearly-two-years-of-bargaining

Mother dies in hospital after Christchurch house fire that killed three-year-old
Three of the child's siblings have been discharged from hospital.
Published: 6:56PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergencies_local/595367/mother-dies-in-hospital-after-christchurch-house-fire-that-killed-three-year-old

'Despicable' behaviour doesn't make Hayden Tasker guilty of murder, lawyer says
Closing arguments have taken place in the trial for the man accused of murdering Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming in the early hours of New Year's Day 2025.
Published: 6:13PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/595368/despicable-behaviour-doesn-t-make-hayden-tasker-guilty-of-murder-lawyer-says

Long-awaited Te Ara Tupua cycling and walking path to open to public
A $348 million walking and cycling path between Ngauranga and Petone will open to the public on Saturday.
Published: 5:59PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/595336/long-awaited-te-ara-tupua-cycling-and-walking-path-to-open-to-public

Invercargill mayor condemns 'bunch of thugs' involved in park attacks
Tom Campbell says Invercargill is shocked by the separate attacks in Queen's Park that left one person critically injured and another seriously injured.
Published: 5:34PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/595362/invercargill-mayor-condemns-bunch-of-thugs-involved-in-park-attacks

Two people killed, multiple injured after crash on State Highway 1 at Rakaia Bridge
Three other people were also injured, one critically, in the single-vehicle crash near North Rakaia Road in Bankside.
Published: 5:18PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergencies_local/595345/two-people-killed-multiple-injured-after-crash-on-state-highway-1-at-rakaia-bridge

Government commits $212m to continue school lunch programme - but changes coming
David Seymour acknowledged there were "teething issues" with the scheme, but complaints had fallen by more than 92 percent.
Published: 4:58PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595355/government-commits-212m-to-continue-school-lunch-programme-but-changes-coming

One seriously injured in Hamilton crash
The incident on Killarney Street was reported to police about 3.15pm.
Published: 4:31PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergencies_local/595358/one-seriously-injured-in-hamilton-crash

Neighbours describe chaos in fire that killed child, hurt six in Christchurch
A quiet street was woken by screams and frantic knocks at the door as a blaze tore through a home.
Published: 4:30PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergencies_local/595343/neighbours-describe-chaos-in-fire-that-killed-child-hurt-six-in-christchurch

Sister speaks after brother's cold case disappearance is reopened
Head Hunters gang prospect Andrew Maaka, 29, was last seen at a Guy Fawkes party at the gang's West Auckland pad in 1991.
Published: 3:18PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/595352/sister-speaks-after-brother-s-cold-case-disappearance-is-reopened

Striking students call on the government to do more to fight climate change
The students' efforts weren't appreciate by the Associate Education Minister - who hoped their absence from school would be marked "unjustified".
Published: 3:07PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/education/595350/striking-students-call-on-the-government-to-do-more-to-fight-climate-change

Navy officer found not guilty of threatening to kill Afghan interpreter
The allegation came more than a decade after the supposed incident, with the defence arguing it never happened.
Published: 2:31PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/595348/navy-officer-found-not-guilty-of-threatening-to-kill-afghan-interpreter

70th edition of Auckland Boat Show underway as sector faces fuel challenges
The showrunner said rising fuel prices had impacted the industry.
Published: 1:41PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/595342/70th-edition-of-auckland-boat-show-underway-as-sector-faces-fuel-challenges

Bill banning under-16s from social media put on hold as Stanford looks at wider law change
Labour agreed to support a National MP's bill, but now a government minister says it's paused.
Published: 1:39PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595263/bill-banning-under-16s-from-social-media-put-on-hold-as-stanford-looks-at-wider-law-change

Child dies, six in hospital after fire tears through Christchurch home
Neighbours are shocked and heartbroken by the death, and have described massives flames.
Published: 1:08PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergencies_local/595260/child-dies-six-in-hospital-after-fire-tears-through-christchurch-home

South Island a star in new East of Eden trailer
The landscape has main character energy in the newly released trailer.
Published: 12:57PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/screens/tv/south-island-spots-star-in-new-trailer-for-east-of-eden

Waitangi Tribunal calls for immediate halt to changes to education legislation affecting Treaty
It says the changes are as bad as the Treaty Principles Bill in its attempt to erase the Crown's duties.
Published: 12:51PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595333/waitangi-tribunal-calls-for-immediate-halt-to-changes-to-education-legislation-affecting-treaty

Delay to new curriculum heralded as significant win for teachers, school leaders
School leaders voiced their concerns about the content and the timing - and the Education Minister has listened.
Published: 12:44PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/education/595273/delay-to-new-curriculum-heralded-as-significant-win-for-teachers-school-leaders
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Global Newsroom
Baptism death in Birmingham: Pastor faces gross negligence manslaughter
Cheryl Bartley is charged with one count of gross negligence manslaughter.
Published: 6:33PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/baptism-death-in-birmingham-pastor-faces-gross-negligence-manslaughter/TZT6QWH7BJCD7PRPONWFDDAZ4E/

US driver who crashed into tent at child’s birthday party jailed for 10 years
Washington Post: A woman was killed and 13 others, including eight children, were injured.
Published: 4:53PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/us-driver-who-crashed-into-tent-at-childs-birthday-party-jailed-for-10-years/HXHI4453XFFKJCZLFL2HYBP2XA/

Italian tourists killed in Maldives cave dive as investigation begins
The victims died while exploring caves about 50 metres below the surface.
Published: 3:12PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/italian-tourists-killed-in-maldives-cave-dive-as-investigation-begins/MVT5GEGOOVCSXM4FL6CH3VFPHE/

16 more people in the US are being monitored for hantavirus, CDC says
New York Times: The people were on an April 25 flight with an infected passenger.
Published: 1:29PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/16-more-people-in-the-us-are-being-monitored-for-hantavirus-cdc-says/premium/6VKRKCAR55D6PP5CBLA2PKTPLY/

Madonna, Shakira and BTS to headline Super Bowl-style halftime show at World Cup final
Coldplay frontman Chris Martin will curate the first World Cup final show.
Published: 12:12PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/madonna-shakira-and-bts-to-headline-super-bowl-style-halftime-show-at-world-cup-final/HPGQE5GWBZGZLCH76EAKUTCW6A/

‘Productive and positive’ talks between Lebanon and Israel in US as killing continues
Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors held the first of two days of talks in Washington.
Published: 11:25AM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/productive-and-positive-talks-between-lebanon-and-israel-in-us-as-killing-continues/KJ5BC6M26BF35OAJT2BP2RPHA4/

Southampton spying scandal: Why EFL must expel club from play-offs
OPINION: Southampton board members are understood to have privately admitted spying.
Published: 11:01AM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/football/english-premier-league/southampton-spying-scandal-why-efl-must-expel-club-from-play-offs/DOGPEUI2XVGOPIQVFUIG7YDQJY/

Australia makes it to the final of the Eurovision Song Contest
The singer was a hot tip to make the finals with her song Eclipse.
Published: 10:46AM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/australia-makes-it-to-the-final-of-the-eurovision-song-contest/GNG6X7PIMJCLTAWYD6GLKMM2LA/

Andy Burnham launches his bid to replace Keir Starmer as UK Prime Minister
Telegraph: Manchester Mayor has announced his intention to return to frontline politics.
Published: 10:07AM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/andy-burnham-launches-his-bid-to-replace-keir-starmer-as-uk-prime-minister/3M3VGVAFQFGRFD2ZEZ37IDWJQQ/

Harry and Meghan to produce Afghan war film in their hit-and-miss Netflix deal
Their tell-all Harry & Meghan did well, but subsequent projects have failed to land.
Published: 9:31AM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/harry-and-meghan-to-produce-afghan-war-film-in-their-hit-and-miss-netflix-deal/IQ43YZUALFG7FDK36BUV4J54MA/
Sports Newsroom
Live: Super Rugby Pacific - Chiefs v Highlanders
Follow all the Super Rugby Pacific action from FMG Satdium in Hamilton.
Published: 6:33PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595369/live-super-rugby-pacific-chiefs-v-highlanders

Early exits for Kiwi hopefuls at New Zealand Pro surf champs in Raglan
All three local hopes have been knocked out of the New Zealand Pro surf championship at Raglan in the first round.
Published: 2:25PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595346/early-exits-for-kiwi-hopefuls-at-new-zealand-pro-surf-champs-in-raglan

World Surf League: A beginner's guide to the event in Raglan
For the next 11 days, Raglan is set to take centre stage in world surfing.
Published: 8:12AM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595280/world-surf-league-a-beginner-s-guide-to-the-event-in-raglan

Pregnant captain CJ Bott watches Wellington Phoenix women chase history from stands
The pregnant skipper is embracing a new role, as the club prepares for its biggest match yet in the A-League grand final.
Published: 1:39PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595278/pregnant-captain-cj-bott-watches-wellington-phoenix-women-chase-history-from-stands

Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline 2026 World Cup Final halftime show
Colombian singer Shakira, music icon Madonna and K-pop stars BTS will perform at New Jersey's Metlife Stadium on 19 July.
Published: 10:20AM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/music/shakira-madonna-and-bts-to-headline-2026-world-cup-final-halftime-show

Sixteen years after missing out, All White Kosta Barbarouses is World Cup-bound
The veteran All White knows the heartbreak of missing out on the squad - and the relief of making it this time round.
Published: 8:20AM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595265/sixteen-years-after-missing-out-all-white-kosta-barbarouses-is-world-cup-bound

NRL: NZ Warriors star Luke Metcalf signs with St George-Illawarra Dragons, but still has role to play
The half was given permission to visit other clubs after he was unable to crack the in-form Warriors starting line-up.
Published: 6:36AM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595261/nrl-nz-warriors-star-luke-metcalf-signs-with-st-george-illawarra-dragons-but-still-has-role-to-play

Super Rugby Pacific preview: Defining duo of derbies, Beauden Barrett back at 10
The Kiwi sides continue to dominate the Super Rugby standings with three rounds remaining.
Published: 10:09AM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595268/super-rugby-pacific-preview-defining-duo-of-derbies-beauden-barrett-back-at-10

'What they have done is insane': Young Kiwi surfer dreaming of riding against the best
Raglan teenager Alani Morse is set to share the stage with surfing's elite as she prepares for her World Surf League debut.
Published: 4:45PM 14 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595235/what-they-have-done-is-insane-young-kiwi-surfer-dreaming-of-riding-against-the-best

Super Rugby Pacific: Blues looking to 'make it ugly' against Hurricanes
The Blues face back-to-back derbies to close their regular Super Rugby Pacific season.
Published: 4:48PM 14 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595237/super-rugby-pacific-blues-looking-to-make-it-ugly-against-hurricanes

Wellington Phoenix's Bev Priestman named coach of the year, six players in team of year
Six players have also been recognised by their peers as a result of the team's record-breaking A-League football season.
Published: 4:04PM 14 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595231/wellington-phoenix-s-bev-priestman-named-coach-of-the-year-six-players-in-team-of-year

Chris Wood named All Whites captain as World Cup team announced
All Whites coach Darren Bazeley has included 36-year-old veterans Tommy Smith and Kosta Barbarouses.
Published: 12:36PM 14 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595182/chris-wood-named-all-whites-captain-as-world-cup-team-announced

Time running out in bid to save Moana Pasifika
A consortium faces a deadline to save the franchise from potential collapse, but the wheels aren't moving fast enough.
Published: 12:59PM 14 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/pacific/595186/the-tug-of-war-for-moana-pasifika-who-will-blink-first-to-save-the-club

Family comes first for Black Fern moving to Australia
Front rower Tanya Kalounivale has hit pause on her rugby career in New Zealand after deciding to move to Australia.
Published: 1:21PM 14 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/595212/family-comes-first-for-black-fern-moving-to-australia
News In Pictures
 Yellow card cuts deep as Chiefs score twice against 14-man Highlanders. Source: Stuff.
Yellow card cuts deep as Chiefs
score twice against 14-man
Highlanders.
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Published: 6:44PM 15/05/2026		 Jury find pair guilty of murdering terminally ill man at remote settlement. Source: Stuff.
Jury find pair guilty of
murdering terminally ill man at
remote settlement.
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Published: 6:32PM 15/05/2026		 Mother and 3-year-old daughter die after Christchurch house fire. Source: Stuff.
Mother and 3-year-old daughter
die after Christchurch house
fire.
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Published: 5:45PM 15/05/2026		 Ruby Tui reveals her next rugby move. Source: Stuff.
Ruby Tui reveals her next rugby
move.
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Published: 5:27PM 15/05/2026		 Jury to decide whether police officer’s death was murder or manslaughter. Source: Stuff.
Jury to decide whether police
officer’s death was murder or
manslaughter.
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Published: 4:52PM 15/05/2026		 Trump and Xi stroll through ancient gardens as Beijing summit wraps. Source: Stuff.
Trump and Xi stroll through
ancient gardens as Beijing
summit wraps.
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Published: 4:51PM 15/05/2026		 Person dies following critical injuries in Chartwell house fire. Source: Stuff.
Person dies following critical
injuries in Chartwell house
fire.
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Published: 4:44PM 15/05/2026		 Two people dead after a crash on SH1 in Rakaia. Source: Stuff.
Two people dead after a crash
on SH1 in Rakaia.
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Published: 4:33PM 15/05/2026		 Watch: Police car’s near miss with truck while overtaking. Source: Stuff.
Watch: Police car’s near miss
with truck while overtaking.
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Published: 4:11PM 15/05/2026		 Four dead after medical plane plunges into New Mexico mountains. Source: Stuff.
Four dead after medical plane
plunges into New Mexico
mountains.
Source: Stuff
Published: 4:09PM 15/05/2026		 The best tearooms in New Zealand, recommended by Stuff readers. Source: Stuff.
The best tearooms in New
Zealand, recommended by Stuff
readers.
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Published: 3:55PM 15/05/2026		 They were once packed with students, but these campuses are now largely abandoned. Source: Stuff.
They were once packed with
students, but these campuses
are now largely abandoned.
Source: Stuff
Published: 3:50PM 15/05/2026		 Out in the wash: Fisher and Paykel drops patriotic washing machine quirk. Source: Stuff.
Out in the wash: Fisher and
Paykel drops patriotic washing
machine quirk.
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Published: 3:11PM 15/05/2026		 Raglan teen takes day off school to tackle world's best surfers. Source: Stuff.
Raglan teen takes day off
school to tackle world's best
surfers.
Source: Stuff
Published: 3:07PM 15/05/2026		 PM quiz: As of May 2026, how old is Elon Musk?. Source: Stuff.
PM quiz: As of May 2026, how
old is Elon Musk?.
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Published: 3:00PM 15/05/2026		 Air New Zealand to defer projects, jobs and flights to keep fares from rising further, CEO says. Source: Stuff.
Air New Zealand to defer
projects, jobs and flights to
keep fares from rising further,
CEO says.
Source: Stuff
Published: 2:32PM 15/05/2026		 Boss claimed apprentice was a thief, but a tribunal disagreed and ordered $28k be paid to the worker. Source: Stuff.
Boss claimed apprentice was a
thief, but a tribunal disagreed
and ordered $28k be paid to the
worker.
Source: Stuff
Published: 2:24PM 15/05/2026		 Man fired for having ‘busy’ personal life. Source: Stuff.
Man fired for having ‘busy’
personal life.
Source: Stuff
Published: 2:23PM 15/05/2026		 ‘You lost it… you threw him,’ man told of fatally injured baby. Source: Stuff.
‘You lost it… you threw
him,’ man told of fatally
injured baby.
Source: Stuff
Published: 2:13PM 15/05/2026		 South Auckland dirt bike riders arrested after allegedly blocking intersection and intimidating driver. Source: Stuff.
South Auckland dirt bike riders
arrested after allegedly
blocking intersection and
intimidating driver.
Source: Stuff
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Business Newsroom
Fisher & Paykel downgrade drags NZX 50 lower as Pacific Edge jumps – Market close
Cancer tester Pacific Edge soared more than 54% on a key US Medicare draft ruling.
Published: 6:17PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/markets/shares/fisher-paykel-downgrade-drags-nzx-50-lower-as-pacific-edge-jumps-market-close/premium/GZC4XQTDKZD3NJRXZUO7OMGXA4/

Giant Antonov AN-124 mystery cargo revealed? Rocket Lab believed to be customer
A spotter far away might've uncovered the secret of the huge Antonov's cargo in NZ.
Published: 5:35PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/airlines/giant-antonov-an-124-mystery-cargo-revealed-rocket-lab-believed-to-be-mystery-cargo-customer/4IXCGFXCVNGVTLMI6NGUID3H6M/

Media Insider: NZ Cricket hunts media leaks; Goodbye NZR+; RNZ financials; TVNZ loses legal costs case; Magazine publishers target NZ Post fees; PR firm expands
Newsaper's fake-quotes apology; NZR+ to be dropped; TVNZ loses case over discovery costs.
Published: 5:07PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-nz-cricket-hunts-media-leaks-goodbye-nzr-rnz-financials-tvnz-loses-legal-costs-case-magazine-publishers-target-nz-post-fees-pr-firm-expands/premium/O5MGMPRKHNF4BDVLTBYWHIW6EQ/

New jet fuel response plan out: NZDF, emergency services prioritised, questions on how small operators will be looked after
Questions over how resources will be allocated to smaller operators in a major crisis.
Published: 4:55PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/airlines/new-jet-fuel-response-plan-out-nzdf-emergency-services-prioritised-questions-on-how-small-operators-will-be-looked-after/NRVM7U6PBNFO5LXY54H2W5JQR4/

Xero boss takes $19m haircut on lower share price but analysts upbeat on company’s future
Analysts are looking past the recent hit to profit.
Published: 4:52PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/xero-boss-takes-19m-haircut-on-lower-share-price-but-analysts-upbeat-on-companys-future/premium/ZYDXXICXUBE67FFKZJV73KGFWM/

Meridian gets consent for 120MW Bunnythorpe solar farm near Palmerston North
A final investment decision is expected in the fourth quarter of 2027.
Published: 3:00PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/energy/meridian-gets-consent-for-120mw-bunnythorpe-solar-farm-near-palmerston-north/66AXBZTGW5E5JKSTVJBYKIFMQ4/

Air NZ can take the hits, ForBarr says after ominous loss warning
How many more rounds can Air NZ go?
Published: 2:22PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/airlines/air-nz-can-take-the-hits-forbarr-says-after-ominous-loss-warning/premium/7STB4MSMHFFM3NOFDGUAJE7FNE/

Rotorua barber who was fined $48k over Covid rules shifts business to his home
Downturn of business, gang tension and homeless among reasons for move.
Published: 1:43PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/rotorua-daily-post/news/rotorua-barber-who-was-fined-48k-over-covid-rules-shifts-business-my-barber-to-his-home/premium/6MTAP6OE5FDNZOD37BBFT6J2LU/

Noel Leeming returns to Queen St with first concept store in Auckland CBD
The store will offer gaming events, product launches and try-before-you-buy zones.
Published: 12:25PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/retail/noel-leeming-returns-to-queen-st-with-first-concept-store-in-auckland-cbd/premium/XHW7MQGMYVE5HHCMV5VZON2G3A/

Bill banning under-16s from social media put on hold, Erica Stanford confirms
Labour agreed to support a National MP's bill, but now a minister says it's paused.
Published: 12:21PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/bill-banning-under-16s-from-social-media-put-on-hold-erica-stanford-confirms/U5MU6VKVV5BMRM4VXAEVR2NHPU/
Politics Newsroom
Nurses union votes to accept Te Whatu Ora offer after nearly two years of bargaining
More than 38,000 nurses, midwives and health care assistants were eligible to vote.
Published: 7:18PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/595371/nurses-union-votes-to-accept-te-whatu-ora-offer-after-nearly-two-years-of-bargaining

Ngāti Ruanui demands apology for 'shameful' Shane Jones comments
Ngāti Ruanui says the Resources Minister's insult in Parliament was 'shameful'.
Published: 1:34PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595324/ngati-ruanui-demands-apology-for-shameful-shane-jones-comments

Government targets 19 pieces of legislation for Waitangi Treaty amendments
The Waitangi Tribunal has slammed the government for undermining the strength of the treaty in law.
Published: 5:36PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/595364/government-targets-19-pieces-of-legislation-for-waitangi-treaty-amendments

Government commits $212m to continue school lunch programme - but changes coming
David Seymour acknowledged there were "teething issues" with the scheme, but complaints had fallen by more than 92 percent.
Published: 4:58PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595355/government-commits-212m-to-continue-school-lunch-programme-but-changes-coming

New Zealand in 'big trouble' amid growing global uncertainty, US-China relations, expert says
Thitinan Pongsudhirak suggests there's a bold move New Zealand could make.
Published: 1:35PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595314/new-zealand-in-big-trouble-amid-growing-global-uncertainty-us-china-relations-expert-says

Striking students call on the government to do more to fight climate change
The students' efforts weren't appreciate by the Associate Education Minister - who hoped their absence from school would be marked "unjustified".
Published: 3:07PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/education/595350/striking-students-call-on-the-government-to-do-more-to-fight-climate-change

Waitangi Tribunal calls for immediate halt to changes to education legislation affecting Treaty
It says the changes are as bad as the Treaty Principles Bill in its attempt to erase the Crown's duties.
Published: 12:51PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595333/waitangi-tribunal-calls-for-immediate-halt-to-changes-to-education-legislation-affecting-treaty

Foreign masters degree enrolments soar as August rule change looms
"The view out there now is that, by doing a master's degree in New Zealand, you can get all of the points that you need to apply for residency," an Immigration adviser says.
Published: 11:52AM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/education/595282/foreign-masters-degree-enrolments-soar-as-august-rule-change-looms

Bill banning under-16s from social media put on hold as Stanford looks at wider law change
Labour agreed to support a National MP's bill, but now a government minister says it's paused.
Published: 1:39PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595263/bill-banning-under-16s-from-social-media-put-on-hold-as-stanford-looks-at-wider-law-change

New Zealand weighs options for Gaza support, but not Board of Peace - for now
Our only liaison officer was given approval to stay in Israel until early May, but withdrew in late March.
Published: 8:16AM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595284/new-zealand-weighs-options-for-gaza-support-but-not-board-of-peace-for-now

Tenancy Tribunal issues first 'pet' ruling, approves Labrador puppy in upstairs flat
Tenancy rules changed on 1 December, preventing landlords from unreasonably withholding consent for pets.
Published: 9:47AM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595277/tenancy-tribunal-issues-first-pet-ruling-approves-labrador-puppy-in-upstairs-flat

'The violence that I experience is not casual': Māori women tell Waitangi Tribunal of abuse
The tribunal has heard of the harm directed at Māori women in public positions, including online abuse, stalking and threats of physical violence.
Published: 3:09PM 15 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/595279/the-violence-that-i-experience-is-not-casual-maori-women-tell-waitangi-tribunal-of-abuse

Morale at NZTA at 'rock bottom' after latest round of proposed job cuts
Workers were in a state of confusion and shock after the proposed cuts were put to them, a union says.
Published: 6:51PM 14 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595249/morale-at-nzta-at-rock-bottom-after-latest-round-of-proposed-job-cuts

Accommodation supplement change raises concern
A critic says a change to the accommodation supplement rules is expected to push some households further into poverty.
Published: 5:43PM 14 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595246/accommodation-supplement-change-raises-concern

David Seymour's attacks on RNZ, TVNZ unhelpful, out of order, Goldsmith and Peters say
The media minister says he had an "informal conversation" with Seymour, which has been welcomed by NZ First's leader.
Published: 4:24PM 14 May 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/595232/david-seymour-s-attacks-on-rnz-tvnz-unhelpful-out-of-order-goldsmith-and-peters-say
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Entertainment Newsroom
Clarence Carter, soul singer behind Patches and Slip Away, dies at 90
Singer's 1970 hit Patches became a defining Southern soul anthem.
Published: 5:10PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/clarence-carter-soul-singer-behind-patches-and-slip-away-dies-at-90/AQR3BLV2LFH7RDPCZUBIENBMTQ/

Samoan-Kiwi tenor Pene Pati knighted in France for contribution to opera
The Samoan-Kiwi tenor received the Chevalier de l’ordre des Arts & des Lettres in Paris.
Published: 6:13PM 14 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/samoan-kiwi-tenor-pene-pati-knighted-in-france-for-contribution-to-opera/JIONCEBLGJCMBMIRHRNA4XFWDQ/

Trailer for Netflix’s East of Eden features Ōamaru Victorian Precinct as California
Ōamaru’s Victorian Precinct doubled as early 20th-century California.
Published: 3:24PM 14 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/trailer-for-netflixs-east-of-eden-features-oamaru-victorian-precinct-as-california/IHO3PBR57ZDC3AM6WSRV3YQBYA/

Peter Jackson to make ‘Tintin’ movie 15 years after collaboration with Steven Spielberg
The Kiwi film-maker is writing a new ''Tintin sequel with partner Fran Walsh at Cannes.
Published: 8:08AM 14 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/peter-jackson-to-make-tintin-movie-15-years-after-collaboration-with-steven-spielberg/K4A5NLY7V5FNZGLIJVYXRPGFD4/

Director Sir Peter Jackson reminisces about being the man who shared Kate Winslet’s first on-screen kiss
The NZ director shared clips from Heavenly Creatures at a Cannes tribute.
Published: 7:56AM 14 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/director-sir-peter-jackson-reminisces-about-being-the-man-who-shared-kate-winslets-first-on-screen-kiss/GNOOICNDINBUTFTLQSFWOJWJ2I/

Celebrity Treasure Island Winners & Losers: Sporting legend wiped out by 1News’ Zion Dayal
Two more frontrunners were sent packing by a contestant who cannot be stopped.
Published: 8:35PM 13 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/celebrity-treasure-island-winners-losers-sporting-legend-wiped-out-by-1news-zion-dayal/HHJHGU2AANB6FKJ2R62CY4PZR4/

Goop’s Gwyneth Paltrow reunites with Kiwi chef Josh Emett for Montecito cook-up
Co-owner of popular Auckland eateries shared cooking duties with celebrity pal on US trip.
Published: 7:40PM 13 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/goops-gwyneth-paltrow-reunites-with-kiwi-chef-josh-emett-for-montecito-cook-up/EZGVMLQYIZCSDA7YBUIMSKH6NM/

Ted Lasso star Cristo Fernandez signs pro football deal with El Paso Locomotive
The 35-year-old actor has signed with USL Championship club El Paso Locomotive FC.
Published: 6:19PM 13 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/football/ted-lasso-star-cristo-fernandez-signs-pro-football-deal-with-el-paso-locomotive/IPNP5NJEPNA2RHAJQC3RSYRNYI/

Jason Momoa stars as guest DJ at Queenstown bar
Momoa has quietly joined the DJ line-up at Upstairs at The Bunker.
Published: 12:00PM 13 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/jason-momoa-stars-as-guest-dj-at-queenstown-bar/BVEHCJK4YRFR3KKKXJRGPLIWVQ/

The Others Way festival on Auckland’s Karangahape Rd announces end after decade-long run
It follows a string of cancellations, including One Love, Splore and Longline Classic.
Published: 11:56AM 13 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/the-others-way-festival-on-aucklands-karangahape-rd-announces-end-after-decade-long-run/43KD3QOVKVE6FNTX4B5ZMLW52M/
Lifestyle Newsroom
The day the food noise died: What we’re learning from weight-loss drugs
New York Times: How new obesity drugs are silencing relentless 'food noise' in the brain.
Published: 6:00PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/the-day-the-food-noise-died-what-were-learning-from-weight-loss-drugs/premium/XZBES3DU3NCG7EYDXL66OWSMZ4/

How an ‘impossible’ idea led to a pancreatic cancer breakthrough
New York Times: The new strategy also holds promise for lung and colon tumours.
Published: 2:20PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/how-an-impossible-idea-led-to-a-pancreatic-cancer-breakthrough/premium/LESDQPC4PFFGLBYJRFJBKNI3IU/

Advice: He told me he saw a future with me. Now he has a new girlfriend
Washington Post: How do you get over an ex who has moved on?
Published: 12:00PM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/advice-he-told-me-he-saw-a-future-with-me-now-he-has-a-new-girlfriend/premium/34PLBA466VDUBOTFIXA3JMWO4Y/

Are alcohol-free drinks actually healthier? What to buy – and what to watch out for
From zero-alcohol beer to canned mocktails, here’s how the alternatives stack up.
Published: 8:00AM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/are-alcohol-free-drinks-actually-healthier-what-to-buy-and-what-to-watch-out-for/premium/T6ITSFCXJZFVTOEAOIGGVDYCXY/

At 54, my husband persuaded me to have a baby via surrogate. I hated being an old mum
Telegraph: One woman shares her hidden struggles and guilt with becoming a mum in her 50s.
Published: 6:00AM 15 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/at-54-my-husband-persuaded-me-to-have-a-baby-via-surrogate-i-hated-being-an-old-mum/premium/CY4X3LHZQBE2PNIL2KZUXKRNKE/

Beware these cleaning hacks. One could even kill you
Washington Post: Seven 'tips' to avoid – for the sake of your wallet and your health.
Published: 6:00PM 14 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/beware-these-cleaning-hacks-one-could-even-kill-you/premium/677NX6YYHFCHVAVVWKFHLB6CE4/

Being Indo-Fijian Kiwi: I’ve lived in NZ most of my life. I feel like I still don’t belong
OPINION: If I felt like I made sense in a place, I would be unstoppable.
Published: 4:00PM 14 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/being-indo-fijian-kiwi-ive-lived-in-nz-most-of-my-life-i-feel-like-i-still-dont-belong/QPY3TSYWOFF23AJV5D5NSE4BY4/

Watchdog opens case into Princess Eugenie’s charity
Telegraph: The watchdog is probing how Anti-Slavery Collective has used its donations.
Published: 2:26PM 14 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/watchdog-opens-case-into-princess-eugenies-charity/3IYV46JL7BBQ3I5D5QRHRP74HE/

Analysis: Why so few babies? We may have overlooked the biggest reason of all
NYT Analysis: There's much more to it than money and domestic equality, researchers say.
Published: 12:00PM 14 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/analysis-why-so-few-babies-we-may-have-overlooked-the-biggest-reason-of-all/premium/B2PWNGI3N5FY3N2DRZBEWKEBLM/

Rare ‘Ocean Dream’ blue-green diamond sells for $28m at auction
The 5.5-carat 'Ocean Dream' was mined in Central Africa in the 1990s.
Published: 9:46AM 14 May 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/rare-ocean-dream-blue-green-diamond-sells-for-28m-at-auction/RLLUZYBGRFCMJNUR253B3DLUWE/
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