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Good Morning - Today is: Monday, 3 August 2026 09:39:03 NZST
Current: 13.3°C, Max: 13.3°C, Min: 6.8°C. It feels like 10.3°C
FORECAST: Partly cloudy. High 14C. Winds WNW at 25 to 40 km/h. Winds could occasionally gust over 65 km/h. It feels like 10.3°C. 3 clothing layers recommended.
Station Forecast: Fairly fine, showery later | Sunrise: 07:22 | Sunset: 17:27 | Dawn: 06:53 | Dusk: 17:56
Weather Forecast
 Temperature : Current trend is Rising, changing by 1.0 °C/hr 13.3°C, 75%   Pressure : Current trend is Falling slowly, changing by -0.2 hPa/hr 1018.3hPa
Based upon today's weather there is a Low Fire Danger (restrictions may apply)
Fire Danger
Wind Speed :  WNW  Current wind speed is Gentle breeze (F3) from WNW (285°) 14km/h   Wind Gust : Current trend is Rising 29km/h
Air Quality :   AQI  0ug/m3   Rainfall : Current trend is Steady 0.0mm
Sun Light : 28.4klx, 2.0hrs   Solar UV :  2.0UVI  224W/m2
Last weather station contact: Monday, 03 August 2026 at 09:43:33. Updated in seconds

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 Weather Forecast
Today
Partly Cloudy
14°C
Partly Cloudy		 Tonight
Light Rain Late
6°C
Light Rain Late
Partly cloudy. High 14C. Winds WNW at 25 to 40 km/h. Winds could occasionally gust over 65 km/h.
Chance of Rain: 9%
 Moon & Sun Forecast
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous       Day & Night Ratio Clock Graph
Moonrise
22:11
Moonset
09:20
Visibility
82% 		Sunrise
07:22
Sunset
17:27
Day Length
10.04 Hrs
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Sun Phase: Above Horizon
There will be 2min 2s more daylight tomorrow
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Station Is Online
Updated: 09:43:33 3/08/2026
Time Zone: UTC +12:00(NZST)
System Up: 19 days 16 hours
Prgm Up: 19 days 16 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
Monday, 3 August 2026
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Latest Top 3 News Stories
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Hillcrest firearms incident: Man admitted to North Shore hospital with ‘unexplained gunshot wound’. Armed police at an address on Pupuke Rd, North Shore after a man suffered a gunshot wound last night. Photo / Jason Dorday Source: NZ Herald.
Armed police at an address on Pupuke Rd, North Shore after a man suffered a gunshot wound last night. Photo / Jason Dorday . Source: NZ Herald
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Magnitude 5.7 quake near Te Araroa latest in ‘shaky weekend’ for New Zealand. A strong earthquake struck the East Coast last night. Photo / GeoNet Source: NZ Herald.
A strong earthquake struck the East Coast last night. Photo / GeoNet. Source: NZ Herald
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Polkinghorne: Where are they now? Key figures return for inquest into Pauline Hanna’s death. Pauline Hanna and Philip Polkinghorne. Hanna died on April 5, 2021. A coroner's inquest will determine the cause of death. Photo / Norrie Montgomery NZH 19May21 - Pauline Hanna and her husband Philip Polkinghorne. Photo / Norrie Montgomery NZH 23May21 - NZH 06Jun21 - From left: Ben Polkinghorne with Pauline Hanna, his stepmother, on Ben's wedding day; family, friends and colleagues described the health executive as elegant, driven and unflappable; Hanna and her husband, Philip Polkinghorne; inset, police are still investigating the circumstances around Hanna's death, which authorities are treating as unexplained. Photos / Facebook, Norrie Montgomery, Michael Craig NZH 12Dec21 - Pauline Hanna and Philip Polkinghorne NAG 26Mar22 - Police visit the Upland Rd, Remuera, address where Pauline Hanna's body was discovered (above). Hanna and her husband Philip Polkinghorne (below). The death remains unexplained. PHOTOS / NZME, NORRIE MONTGOMERY NZH 26Mar22 - Police visit the Upland Rd, Remuera, address where Pauline Hanna's body was discovered (above). Hanna and her husband Philip Polkinghorne (below). The death remains unexplained. Photos / NZME, Norrie Montgomery Source: NZ Herald.
Pauline Hanna and Philip Polkinghorne. Hanna died on April 5, 2021. A coroner's inquest will determine the cause of death. Photo / Norrie Montgomery NZH 19May21 .... Source: NZ Herald
  Hillcrest firearms incident: Man admitted to North Shore hospital with ‘unexplained gunshot wound’
The man self-presented with a serious injury and remains in hospital, police said.
Published: 8:58AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/auckland/hillcrest-firearms-incident-man-admitted-to-north-shore-hospital-with-unexplained-gunshot-wound/TFSN363DGFBR7KKTIYPWYBN4QU/

 Magnitude 5.7 quake near Te Araroa latest in ‘shaky weekend’ for New Zealand
Thousands of people reported feeling last night's quake after it struck near Te Araroa.
Published: 8:11AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/magnitude-57-quake-near-te-araroa-latest-in-shaky-weekend-for-new-zealand/23SR3FSWORBMXGIJPFGTSOKKJ4/

 Polkinghorne: Where are they now? Key figures return for inquest into Pauline Hanna’s death
Madison Ashton has submitted a statement and Pauline Hanna's sister will attend remotely.
Published: 5:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/polkinghorne-where-are-they-now-key-figures-return-for-inquest-into-pauline-hannas-death/premium/LW3QVOWCZJGUXIFP2SYF7UM7DU/
Manawatū Local Newsroom
Call to check enrolment details after change to voting rules
In December the Government changed electoral laws so people who are not enrolled in the two weeks before the November 7 election are no longer able to vote.
Published: 4:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361054788/call-check-enrolment-details-after-change-voting-rules

Super Liquor bottle store in line for licence
Despite more than 80 public objections, Palmerston North’s District Licensing Committee has found insufficient evidence to deny a liquor licence.
Published: 4:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361054709/super-liquor-bottle-store-line-licence

Tears at the finish line: NZ's final greyhound meeting
The ban on commercial greyhound racing is now in effect after an emotional last ever race meeting.
Published: 4:43PM 01 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361053938/tears-finish-line-nzs-final-greyhound-meeting

‘This is a crucial election’: Only 53% of New Zealand’s 18-24-year-olds registered to vote
Only 53% of New Zealand’s 18-24-year-olds are registered to vote, raising concern that, with changes to the electoral process, they could miss out.
Published: 4:00AM 01 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361054293/crucial-election-only-53-new-zealands18-24-year-olds-registered-vote

Fox's early days as a pro golfer dropped hints
While Ryan Fox was all the rage worldwide after capturing the Open Championship, there were also tenuous local links.
Published: 4:00AM 01 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/sport/361053761/ryan-foxs-early-days-pro-golfer-dropped-hints

Grey Power wins battle against cognitive tests
Dementia screening has been found to be a poor indicator of safe driving.
Published: 4:00AM 01 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361053266/grey-power-wins-battle-against-cognitive-tests

Racing grassroots has no confidence in track closure
A visit to the Levin racecourse will tell you many people involved in racing aren’t on board with a proposal to close 19 venues across the country.
Published: 4:00AM 01 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361052230/racing-bosses-propose-better-future-grassroots-has-no-confidence-potential-track-closure

Pondering a more alluring source of ‘Palmerston’ for city’s namesake
What if ours was not just the second town in NZ to be named after a lord who never stepped foot in the country, but was instead inspired by an enigmatic stage actor?
Published: 3:00AM 01 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361053874/back-issues-pondering-more-alluring-source-palmerston-citys-namesake

Strike fatigue looms as firefighters walk off the job for 50th time
The atmosphere inside Palmerston North’s fire station is getting heavier each day as union members locked in ongoing industrial action struggle to see a resolution.
Published: 7:00PM 31 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361053897/strike-fatigue-looms-firefighters-walk-job-50th-time

Palmerston North Hospital ‘pauses’ semi-urgent gynaecology referrals
Staffing challenges are behind a decision by Health NZ to accept only urgent referrals for gynaecology services at Palmerston North Hospital but it says new doctors have already been recruited.
Published: 2:00PM 31 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361054124/palmerston-north-hospital-pauses-semi-urgent-gynaecology-referrals

Rangitīkei rejects reforms, but minister throws spanner in the works
The district joins a growing tally of councils across the Horizons region who are voting against submitting a Head Start amalgamation plan.
Published: 10:00AM 31 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361053673/rangitikei-rejects-reforms-minister-throws-spanner-works

Manawatū Turbos hit the road for NPC opener against Northland
It will be wing James Tofa’s 50th game in green and white.
Published: 4:00AM 31 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/sport/361052734/manawatu-turbos-hit-road-npc-opener-against-northland

Coffee lovers to decide who makes city’s best brew
Business promotion group Palmy Bid is launching a promotion to find who makes the best coffee in the central city.
Published: 4:00AM 31 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361052737/coffee-lovers-decide-who-makes-citys-best-brew

'Cost too prohibitive’: Burgled business owner can’t afford insurance
A Manawatū vape shop burgled of more than $7000 worth of product has to rely on court orders to get any sort of reparation as its owner has been unable to afford insurance.
Published: 4:00AM 31 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361053378/cost-too-prohibitive-burgled-business-owner-cant-afford-insurance

Squash world tour to make a stop in Palmerston North
Palmerston North’s mayor wants to pack the Regent for the NZ Open squash tournament.
Published: 2:11PM 30 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361052717/squash-world-tour-make-stop-palmerston-north

Ten people now facing charges in relation to ‘horrific’ Palmerston North courthouse brawl
After a police investigation, nine further arrests were made.
Published: 1:03PM 30 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361053423/ten-people-now-facing-charges-relation-horrific-palmerston-north-courthouse-brawl

‘Tararua makes decisions for Tararua’: Council opposes Head Start reforms
Following a unanimous decision by the Tararua District Council to not submit an amalgamation proposal ahead of the August 9 deadline, its mayor says “sometimes saying no is the right answer”.
Published: 10:18AM 30 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361053008/tararua-makes-decisions-tararua-council-opposes-head-start-reforms

Doggone: Last traces of greyhound racing track being pulled out
The greyhound racing industry only has days left before it is shut down.
Published: 4:00AM 30 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361051045/doggone-last-traces-greyhound-racing-track-being-pulled-out

New bus shelters shattered
New shelters to protect waiting bus passengers from the weather have been vandalised.
Published: 6:00PM 29 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361052540/new-bus-shelters-shattered

Man reviewing own CT scan report finds aneurysm missed by two doctors
The GP practice, which should have followed up with him, apologised and said it was urgently reviewing his case.
Published: 10:12AM 29 July 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361052254/man-reviewing-own-ct-scan-report-finds-aneurysm-missed-two-doctors
New Zealand Newsroom
While wildfires rage overseas, fire protections drop in New Zealand
The numbers of specialist forest firefighters is dropping as insurance cover for plantation forests plunges.
Published: 9:28AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergency/869883/while-wildfires-rage-overseas-fire-protections-drop-in-new-zealand

Auckland axe attacker quietly deported to China
The man was allowed to leave New Zealand's specialist mental health clinic, a year after a judge ruled he should be detained there.
Published: 8:57AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/868767/auckland-axe-attacker-quietly-deported-to-china

Hoyts Cinema's IMAX plans for New Zealand
As Gen Z helps drive up box office sales, the Hoyts cinema chain has plans to roll out IMAX with Laser cinemas in this country.
Published: 8:55AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/868726/hoyts-cinema-s-imax-plans-for-new-zealand

Hauraki Gulf shellfish harvesting ban extended until 2028
Harvesting bans on mussels, pāua and other shellfish around Waiheke Island and parts of Coromandel will remain in place until 2028 to rebuild local populations.
Published: 8:02AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/environment/869040/hauraki-gulf-shellfish-harvesting-ban-extended-until-2028

Ten medals for Pacific Island countries at Glasgow Commonwealth Games
The curtain has come down on competition at the Commonwealth Games with the closing ceremony on Monday morning.
Published: 7:54AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/pacific/868993/ten-medals-for-pacific-island-countries-at-glasgow-commonwealth-games

'Fridge children': Young Chinese skiers tearing up New Zealand slopes
South Island ski operators see growing Asian market as a chance to attract more visitors during New Zealand's quieter winter season.
Published: 7:53AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/chinese-english/869003/fridge-children-young-chinese-skiers-tearing-up-new-zealand-slopes

'We just can't handle any more': Queenstown congestion concerns keep building
"If we aren't delivering a great experience for the people that live here, as well as the people that visit, we actually do run the risk of killing the golden goose," says the head of Destination Queenstown.
Published: 7:12AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/868768/we-just-can-t-handle-any-more-queenstown-congestion-concerns-keep-building

Power restoration gathers pace on Rota after Super Typhoon Bavi
The US Army Corps of Engineers says it has completed more than half of the requested temporary generator installations on Rota.
Published: 6:57AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/pacific/868903/power-restoration-gathers-pace-on-rota-after-super-typhoon-bavi

Explainer: What is a data centre and why is everyone freaking out now?
Explainer - Data centres have existed for decades, so what's the big deal now?
Published: 6:55AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/science-and-technology/868752/explainer-what-is-a-data-centre-and-why-is-everyone-freaking-out-now

Inquiry into death of Pauline Hanna to begin today at Coroners Court
Hanna's husband Dr Philip Polkinghorne was found not guilty of murdering her after a high-profile criminal trial in 2024.
Published: 6:27AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/868763/inquiry-into-death-of-pauline-hanna-to-begin-today-at-coroners-court

Deaf man dies after being spear tackled by police officer
Peter Tuhi died after he resisted arrest and was subdued in a dangerous takedown manoeuvre.
Published: 6:23AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/868727/deaf-man-dies-after-being-spear-tackled-by-police-officer

NZ wheelchair designs go around the world
A Christchurch firm's custom-made wheelchairs have been used by Commonwealth Games lawn bowling and basketball players.
Published: 5:43AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/868408/nz-wheelchair-designs-go-around-the-world

Helen Clark: NZ can't afford another three years of short-term policies
Former PM Helen Clark says New Zealand is drifting and only long-term thinking can change course.
Published: 5:43AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/868407/helen-clark-nz-can-t-afford-another-three-years-of-short-term-policies

'She should still be alive' - Caitlin McDonald's final weeks
Caitlin McDonald's sudden death on Tony Kett's couch has left him trying to come to terms with such a tragic end to a troubled life.
Published: 5:43AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/regions_canterbury/868406/she-should-still-be-alive-caitlin-mcdonald-s-final-weeks

Jump in KiwiSaver switches: Should you move to a new provider?
The amount of fees and the investment style are two of the factors that should be considered by any Kiwisaver looking to move to a new provider.
Published: 5:43AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/personal-finance/868405/jump-in-kiwisaver-switches-should-you-move-to-a-new-provider

Te Araroa shaken by strong magnitude 5.7 earthquake
More than 5000 people felt a magnitude 5.7 earthquake near Te Araroa as Aotearoa's recent spell of seismic shakes continues.
Published: 9:59PM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergencies_local/866353/te-araroa-shaken-by-strong-magnitude-5-point-7-earthquake

Support for data centres goes back 40 years
There are more than 60 data centres in New Zealand, but a new report says growing concerns over their proliferation could harm the country's potential to become a regional hub serving Australia and the Pacific.
Published: 9:21PM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/866389/support-for-data-centres-goes-back-40-years

Curing NZ's health system: First halt the deterioration, primary care leader says
The health system is battling the effects of years of underfunding, particularly in primary care, Dr Bryan Betty says on his final day as chair of General Practice NZ.
Published: 8:44PM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/864415/curing-nz-s-health-system-first-halt-the-deterioration-primary-care-leader-says
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Five dead, 41 missing after fire engulfs Indonesian ferry at sea
A large rescue operation was en route as the ferry burned off the coast of East Java.
Published: 9:34AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/five-dead-41-missing-after-fire-engulfs-indonesian-ferry-at-sea/CKYFZPURLFCXXJTL5HJWYAUKUU/

Israel’s deadly attack on Gaza after Hamas agrees to disarmament deal
Hamas has agreed to hand over its weapons in exchange for an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.
Published: 7:19AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/israels-deadly-attack-on-gaza-after-hamas-agrees-to-disarmament-deal/NRNPDADVQNG7FIF6K33KEG5F2I/

14 dead as Ukraine and Russia exchange strikes in intensifying conflict
Moscow and Kyiv show no signs of backing down after more than four years of war.
Published: 6:55AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/14-dead-as-ukraine-and-russia-exchange-strikes-in-intensifying-conflict/AW5FZZRNNRGSJMV5746XGCTSLI/

New Strait of Hormuz plan puts Iran in control as Trump calls off strikes
Trump said he had pulled back on attacks subject to a 'quick deal' with Tehran.
Published: 6:55AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/new-strait-of-hormuz-plan-puts-iran-in-control-as-trump-calls-off-strikes/Q2RYJ4Y2VFF7HHUJ2JZWJWI7HQ/

Man arrested over death of woman found in suitcase in Athens
Elisabeth-Jane Ross, 38, of Edinburgh, was discovered on July 18 stuffed inside the case.
Published: 6:49AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/man-arrested-over-death-of-woman-found-in-suitcase-in-athens/IJ7CO3J5FVF43OUCU6TVVO2OSM/

Death toll from migrant influx to Spanish north Africa outpost rises to 72
A government delegate to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta confirmed the new toll figure.
Published: 6:33AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/death-toll-from-migrant-influx-to-spanish-north-africa-outpost-rises-to-72/672WR4BZD5GNLPFSXUWPRZD2OI/

Two pilots die after helicopters collide in mid-air fighting Greece wildfires
The two helicopters were battling a wildfire in the Psatha area west of Athens.
Published: 5:38AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/two-die-after-helicopters-collide-in-mid-air-fighting-greece-wildfires/DZF6HVD6HBAL5I7PVODHJA2LPA/

Multiple people killed in shooting at Idaho burger restaurant
The In-N-Out restaurant had been open for just nine days.
Published: 4:00PM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/multiple-people-killed-in-shooting-at-idaho-burger-restaurant/S3LJCV3QBZAPRFZY53WC36DGNM/

US and Israel pause strikes on Iran as Trump demands deal
Trump says any deal must open the Strait of Hormuz and end Iran's nuclear threat.
Published: 3:19PM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/us-and-israel-pause-strikes-on-iran-as-trump-demands-deal/YPVCC3QRFFBAPCKRVADQGH2FWE/

FBI warns of cyberattacks on US water systems, with Iran as chief suspect
Attacks follow urgent warnings by federal cybersecurity officials about Iranian hackers.
Published: 12:49PM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/fbi-warns-of-cyberattacks-on-us-water-systems-with-iran-as-chief-suspect/H6URRNT4QVEFHBBFM3XGW633SY/
Sports Newsroom
Hayden Paddon handed a WRC drive for Hyundai in Paraguay
The last time Paddon made a WRC appearance on gravel was the 2018 Rally Australia where he finished second for Hyundai.
Published: 9:27AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/869884/hayden-paddon-handed-a-wrc-drive-for-hyundai-in-paraguay

Silver Ferns' Commonwealth Games gold is for ‘netball in New Zealand’
The New Zealand team overcame a year of turmoil to win Commonwealth Games gold - now they hope it secures the sport's future.
Published: 9:26AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/869880/silver-ferns-commonwealth-games-gold-is-for-netball-in-new-zealand

Live: Glasgow Commonwealth Games, closing ceremony
All the medals have been handed out and now the party can begin at the closing ceremony at OVO Hydro.
Published: 8:17AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/867882/live-glasgow-commonwealth-games-closing-ceremony

Historic judo gold 'unreal' for Sydnee Andrews
Sydnee Andrews has made history by becoming the first Kiwi woman to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal in Judo.
Published: 6:53AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/868897/historic-judo-gold-unreal-for-sydnee-andrews

Commonwealth Games: Silver Ferns break 16-year gold-medal drought at Glasgow
Victory was a huge statement, against the backdrop of an incredibly difficult period for the sport in New Zealand.
Published: 7:36AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/867989/commonwealth-games-silver-ferns-break-16-year-gold-medal-drought-at-glasgow

NZ wheelchair designs go around the world
A Christchurch firm's custom-made wheelchairs have been used by Commonwealth Games lawn bowling and basketball players.
Published: 5:43AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/868408/nz-wheelchair-designs-go-around-the-world

Commonwealth Games: Last chance saloon for Glasgow medals
Still some metal up for grabs on the last day of competition, before the closing ceremony on Monday morning (NZT).
Published: 8:05PM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/865928/commonwealth-games-last-chance-saloon-for-glasgow-medals

NRLW: Warriors fall short in tussle with Titans
The Warriors wāhine clawed their way back into the contest only to fall agonisingly short in a 18-16 defeat to the Gold Coast Titans in Wagga Wagga. The second loss...
Published: 5:49PM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/862797/nrlw-warriors-fall-short-in-tussle-with-titans

'Wasn't perfect': What we learnt from Warriors victory over Titans
Analysis: Their biggest win of the season has kept hopes of an NRL home playoff alive.
Published: 12:01PM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/859699/wasn-t-perfect-what-we-learnt-from-warriors-victory-over-titans

Commonwealth Games: Ellesse Andrews says track return in Glasgow has been 'an adjustment'
Fresh off her first podium finish in Glasgow, the track cycling star admits her return to the track has required some getting used to.
Published: 11:05AM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/858928/commonwealth-games-ellesse-andrews-says-track-return-in-glasgow-has-been-an-adjustment

Tori Moorby claims Commonwealth Games javelin silver
Hamilton athlete wraps up NZ's track and field campaign in Glasgow with the breakthrough performance of her career.
Published: 9:40AM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/857729/tori-moorby-claims-commonwealth-games-javelin-silver

NRLW: NZ Warriors wāhine take path less travelled to Wagga Wagga
Players and coaches began their gruelling journey early Friday morning, bound for NRLW's 'Magic Round'.
Published: 3:04PM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/857578/nrlw-nz-warriors-wahine-take-path-less-travelled-to-wagga-wagga

Commonwealth Games: Jamaica knock out Australia, to face Silver Ferns in netball final
The Silver Ferns have a prime opportunity to win their first Commonwealth Games gold medal since 2010 after one of the biggest boilovers at the pinnacle event.
Published: 6:35AM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/857469/commonwealth-games-jamaica-knock-out-australia-to-face-silver-ferns-in-netball-final

Commonwealth Games: Emma Foy and Jessie Hodges win second gold, take NZ's tally to eight
The country's total medal tally stood at 27 on Sunday morning
Published: 9:19AM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/857454/commonwealth-games-emma-foy-and-jessie-hodges-win-second-gold-take-nz-s-tally-to-eight
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Published: 9:34AM 03/08/2026		 Police ‘determined to get answers’ after young man found injured in forest dies. Source: Stuff.
Police ‘determined to get
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Published: 9:23AM 03/08/2026		 Popular Queenstown restaurant to close after 19 years. Source: Stuff.
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Published: 8:48AM 03/08/2026		 Winston Peters calls for arrests over mock guillotine protest targeting him. Source: Stuff.
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Published: 8:27AM 03/08/2026		 Luxon explains his call for businesses to ‘be adult, adult, adult’. Source: Stuff.
Luxon explains his call for
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Published: 7:58AM 03/08/2026		 Watch: Sydnee Andrews wins NZ’s first judo gold medal in 36 years. Source: Stuff.
Watch: Sydnee Andrews wins
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Published: 7:56AM 03/08/2026		 Analysis: Winston’s $45k baby bonus may not really be about babies. Source: Stuff.
Analysis: Winston’s $45k baby
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Published: 7:14AM 03/08/2026		 'No other country does it quite like us': Eliza McCartney carries flag at closing ceremony. Source: Stuff.
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‘Strong’ earthquake in
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felt by more than 5200.
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Want to win a High Country
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Published: 5:00AM 03/08/2026		 Man died after police officer’s ‘rugby spear-tackle’ during struggle. Source: Stuff.
Man died after police
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Published: 4:59AM 03/08/2026		 ‘Promised. Planned. Postponed. Pulled’: Stop-start politics ‘wasted’ up to $17.6b. Source: Stuff.
‘Promised. Planned.
Postponed. Pulled’:
Stop-start politics
‘wasted’ up to $17.6b.
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Vista Group upgrades 2026 revenue guidance after strong half-year result
First-half ebitda climbed 24%, although the company booked a net loss of $1.5m.
Published: 9:31AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/media-marketing/vista-group-upgrades-2026-revenue-guidance-after-strong-half-year-result/premium/2NQAP2J74JF6ZIFQNOMHQTFCM4/

Inside the meltdown of a wunderkind’s AI hedge fund
New York Times: AI startup led by a 24-year-old sees rapid downfall.
Published: 8:28AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/inside-the-meltdown-of-a-wunderkinds-ai-hedge-fund/premium/SBQRI5OBHRA3BDWVXXS2DQAXMY/

Explainer: What is a data centre and why is everyone freaking out now?
Global data centre energy use is expected to double by 2030.
Published: 8:10AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/explainer-what-is-a-data-centre-and-why-is-everyone-freaking-out-now/DGI4AME5C5HOLKKLO5GZAEHOYU/

TrailLite challenges European rivals with first NZ-made and branded motorhome
The business' revenue has nearly doubled over the last 10 years after a post-Covid boom.
Published: 8:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/retail/traillite-challenges-european-rivals-with-first-nz-made-and-branded-motorhome/premium/5SQBGULMUJFO7FHT5VEOKTAELQ/

Jobless on the rise: Unemployment rate expected to land higher this week
Job vacancies have recovered from lows but remain below pre-Covid levels.
Published: 7:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/on-the-rise-unemployment-rate-expected-to-land-higher-this-week/premium/72XIAG4Y7BAUHG4TPHO4MLBTHY/

Retirement village costs NZ: What you buy and what you get back – The Prosperity Project
Retirement villages offer plenty of appeal, but what are the financial trade-offs?
Published: 5:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/retirement-village-costs-nz-what-you-buy-and-what-you-get-back-the-prosperity-project/XGPS6LFM25GQFJUOG6MYGIWTDI/

Sam Cane backs Hit Kit concussion business founded by Helen Tufui
Helen Tufui talks to Tom Raynel about her small concussion kit business Hit Kit.
Published: 5:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/small-business/small-business-hit-kit-looks-to-take-concussion-care-kit-global/premium/JK5KGIX2C5EQVGLGV3QVP3X5JI/

Why the Reserve Bank’s OCR hike looks justified as economy recovers
OPINION: Inflation reached 4.1% in June, above the target band.
Published: 4:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/rotorua-daily-post/business/why-the-reserve-banks-ocr-hike-looks-justified-as-economy-recovers/premium/LJOJWZKBUZDCDBKUNOBVYJMZUY/

When rogue AI launches a cyberattack, who is legally responsible?
Two OpenAI models escaped testing and attacked Hugging Face in July.
Published: 7:50PM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/technology/when-rogue-ai-launches-a-cyberattack-who-is-legally-responsible/YCJNAX6WKZES3CQV2JT4IZ4ECQ/

Slow recovery: Why it’s too late for the economy to save National now – Liam Dann
OPINION: The economic recovery has stuttered too much to lift the voter mood by November.
Published: 5:54PM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/slow-recovery-why-its-too-late-for-the-economy-to-save-national-now-liam-dann/premium/HNNRI64SYRCZXODGQSV5SKH32Q/
Politics Newsroom
Luxon plans chat with Peters about 'racist' remarks 'at some point', says they've both 'been on the road'
"I've been on the road, he's been on the road," the prime minister told Morning Report
Published: 9:11AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/869604/luxon-plans-chat-with-peters-about-racist-remarks-at-some-point-says-they-ve-both-been-on-the-road

Declining birth rate is more complex than a 'baby bonus' can fix, academic says
It comes as NZ First leader Winston Peters announces the party will pay people to have babies.
Published: 8:45AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/869429/declining-birth-rate-is-more-complex-than-a-baby-bonus-can-fix-academic-says

Concern as number of laws rushed through parliament surges
Geoffrey Palmer says urgency has become a way to "avoid scrutiny", as new data reveals the record number of laws rushed through Parliament.
Published: 8:39AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/868764/concern-as-number-of-laws-rushed-through-parliament-surges

Hauraki Gulf shellfish harvesting ban extended until 2028
Harvesting bans on mussels, pāua and other shellfish around Waiheke Island and parts of Coromandel will remain in place until 2028 to rebuild local populations.
Published: 8:02AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/environment/869040/hauraki-gulf-shellfish-harvesting-ban-extended-until-2028

'Things are screwed anyway, why try?' Youth voter enrolment rate plummets
Victoria University students say they and their peers feel apathetic, ambivalent and nihilistic about politics.
Published: 5:57AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/868515/things-are-screwed-anyway-why-try-youth-voter-enrolment-rate-plummets

New Zealand First Kiwi Kids Grant plans to pay parents for having children
The party's Kiwi Kids Grant would seek to arrest New Zealand's population fall, by paying parents $5,000 a year for the first three years, and for up to three children.
Published: 12:02AM 03 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/862035/new-zealand-first-kiwi-kids-grant-plans-to-pay-parents-for-having-children

Ron Mark returns to NZ First for election
The former defence minister says if he returns to Parliament, he wants the defence job once again.
Published: 6:15PM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/politics_election-2026/863254/ron-mark-returns-to-nz-first-for-election

Disability support cuts criticised as child poverty report highlights growing hardship
Official figures show more than a quarter of disabled children live in poverty, with advocates warning support cuts are worsening hardship.
Published: 6:20PM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/864734/disability-support-cuts-criticised-as-child-poverty-report-highlights-growing-hardship

ACT candidate Paul Henry unveils plan to let teachers use 'reasonable force' on students
ACT wants to give teachers the legal power to remove "seriously or persistently disruptive" students from a classroom.
Published: 4:32PM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/860702/act-candidate-paul-henry-unveils-plan-to-let-teachers-use-reasonable-force-on-students

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's 'parent-child mentality' description of NZ businesses 'valid' in some cases - Seymour
Labour has accused the prime minister of being "out of touch" and "telling struggling business owners to grow up" instead of owning the "weak economy".
Published: 9:59AM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/858368/prime-minister-christopher-luxon-s-parent-child-mentality-description-of-nz-businesses-valid-in-some-cases-seymour

The House: We need to learn to live with bird flu, experts tell MPs
New Zealand will have to learn to live with bird flu, officials have told MPs this week.
Published: 9:39AM 02 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/858074/the-house-we-need-to-learn-to-live-with-bird-flu-experts-tell-mps

Funding for more local GPs to remove suspected skin cancer
The planned expansion is the first stage of the governments' $23 million investment in community healthcare.
Published: 10:08AM 01 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/855243/funding-for-more-local-gps-to-remove-suspected-skin-cancer

MPs riff on their pick of Parliament's petitions
This week, a clutch of MPs discussed topics raised in recent petitions. Their choices and angles were interesting.
Published: 6:29PM 31 July 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/854773/mps-riff-on-their-pick-of-parliament-s-petitions

'There's a game going on here': Luxon asks for votes in response to Peters' immigrant comments
The Prime Minister has accused the NZ First leader of 'playing a game' with immigrant comments
Published: 5:26PM 31 July 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/854118/there-s-a-game-going-on-here-luxon-asks-for-votes-in-response-to-peters-immigrant-comments

Tribunal finds Treaty reforms breach Te Tiriti principles, prejudice Māori, damage Māori-Crown relationship
The Waitangi Tribunal findings come after iwi leaders and experts warned the reforms could strip away decades of Treaty protections across key areas.
Published: 5:00PM 31 July 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/854768/tribunal-finds-treaty-reforms-breach-te-tiriti-principles-prejudice-maori-damage-maori-crown-relationship
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Entertainment Newsroom
Benjamin Beilman dazzles in Auckland Philharmonia Nielsen concert – William Dart
REVIEW: Auckland hosted an Australasian exclusive of Carl Nielsen's Violin Concerto.
Published: 6:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/benjamin-beilman-dazzles-in-auckland-philharmonia-nielsen-concert-william-dart/L5NBC7S67JDLBFCZH4UIOYSRHM/

Sopranos star Vincent Pastore found dead at 80 in his Bronx home
New York Times: The actor's manager said friends found the star on Saturday.
Published: 12:02PM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/sopranos-star-vincent-pastore-found-dead-at-80-in-his-bronx-home/premium/HIN66QCC35AXPLJD7SYKUFX4M4/

Why a show about grief might be the ‘comfort watch’ of the summer
The eight-episode drama premiered last week on Peacock in the US.
Published: 6:00AM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/why-a-show-about-grief-might-be-the-comfort-watch-of-the-summer/CITZICQP5ZGW7GI72ARWCM7RAI/

My Secret Auckland: Kym Bunting shares his favourite spots in the city
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander about their favourite spots in the city.
Published: 5:18AM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/my-secret-auckland-kym-bunting-shares-his-favourite-spots-in-the-city/GASKTCJQFJHANEI4SXT4TVPTIE/

Jubilation Choir marks 25 years with new album and party
'We've got much, much better at not being uptight, middle-class New Zealanders.'
Published: 4:00PM 01 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/jubilation-choir-marks-25-years-with-new-album-and-party/premium/FARXGUVITVFCLETKVW2XDXWREU/

Boh Runga’s Old North Studios brings musicians to rural Kumeū
The Kiwi music star’s new venture is perfectly pitched.
Published: 2:00PM 01 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/boh-rungas-old-north-studios-brings-musicians-to-rural-kumeu/DUNJR4MTVVDPDDVRMYWO6E4OSE/

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt release statement on co-parenting
Scottie Rose was born in December 2025.
Published: 12:05PM 01 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/pete-davidson-and-elsie-hewitt-release-statement-on-co-parenting/Z24OV3GIURBPRF6ISFRDX7PO34/

Taika Waititi sees death ‘very differently’ to other people, reflects on Sir Sam Neill’s passing
The Kiwi director reflected on his friendship with Neill during an event in London.
Published: 9:29AM 01 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/taika-waititi-sees-death-very-differently-to-other-people-reflects-on-sam-neills-passing/DXBTWTAFTVBTXOBD3XSRBSZX7Q/

Jared Leto documentary: Producer predicts impact on singer and actor’s Hollywood career
Ten women have detailed alleged predatory behaviour by Leto between 2002 and 2016.
Published: 9:01PM 31 July 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/jared-leto-documentary-producer-predicts-impact-on-singer-and-actors-hollywood-career/FSDVLWT23RA6JHCV453UJNDYAU/

Shania Twain reveals how husband Frederic Thiebaud keeps marriage strong
The singer and her husband grew close after their exes' infidelity ended both marriages.
Published: 7:45PM 31 July 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/shania-twain-reveals-how-husband-frederic-thiebaud-keeps-marriage-strong/UAUYBTSTCVHZND5G24TZFNPT2Q/
Lifestyle Newsroom
New Zealand’s best biscuit: Vote for your favourite classic
The shortlist includes Tim Tams, Gingernuts and Hokey Pokey Squiggles.
Published: 9:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/new-zealands-best-biscuit-vote-for-your-favourite-classic/premium/ESMVN2HVZFE7VIES6ETBUDVM4A/

Scientists say this is the reason some relationships flourish and others flop
Washington Post: How attachment styles influence our interactions with others.
Published: 6:00AM 03 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/scientists-say-this-is-the-reason-some-relationships-flourish-and-others-flop/premium/2ZFWYQJOEVCGPED762EQ7OWEAQ/

I’ve just had my first holiday fling aged 64. It’s rekindled feelings I thought were lost forever
Telegraph: A chance meeting reignited feelings Kate Mulvey thought were lost forever.
Published: 6:00PM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/ive-just-had-my-first-holiday-fling-aged-64-its-rekindled-feelings-i-thought-were-lost-forever/premium/UL2XPKEF65DU5K422SBGCUTRQU/

Simon Painter on how social media reshaped the modern circus
Social media means audiences have already watched the most gifted performers in the world.
Published: 4:00PM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/simon-painter-on-how-social-media-reshaped-the-modern-circus/Q5Z2VLUPA5B5XJ2KRC2CFCEYCI/

For chopping boards, is wood or plastic healthier? We asked experts
Washington Post: Here's what you should consider when choosing a chopping surface.
Published: 4:00PM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/for-chopping-boards-is-wood-or-plastic-healthier-we-asked-experts/premium/GSRU6P5D35CQNEJWXO53QK2FOQ/

Christchurch mum calls for bereavement leave to rise from three to 10 days
After her daughter was killed in an accident, Sheena turned her heartbreak into help.
Published: 2:00PM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/christchurch-mum-calls-for-bereavement-leave-to-rise-from-three-to-10-days/BA46FGB2XFA3DGMEBHM6ALOQIM/

9 things experts wish you’d do in midlife to increase longevity
New York Times: How you care for yourself at this life stage matters a lot for you later.
Published: 10:00AM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/9-things-experts-wish-youd-do-in-midlife-to-increase-longevity/premium/CFQ3YPLHGVGKFIQTAG2MTKBXWY/

Parkinson’s disease: Diagnosed at 41, now he wants to find love
Andy Gutierrez was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease in 2011.
Published: 7:00AM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/parkinsons-disease-diagnosed-at-41-now-he-wants-to-find-love/premium/S7ZC6XRU7NFPLIEMUGD6CLSXIY/

Recipe: Devilled sausages
A sweet, spicy sauce blends tomatoes, barbecue sauce and malt vinegar.
Published: 5:00AM 02 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/recipe-devilled-sausages/DEVDO6W2PNEPPDLGC4MAEWPPHU/

Living overseas: The cost of missing family in New Zealand
One often thinks of what they gain by moving abroad, not the goodbyes.
Published: 6:00PM 01 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/living-overseas-the-cost-of-missing-family-in-new-zealand/premium/24PGVYQYLZGHJMNANCFADJIOQE/
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