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Budget 2025: Labour labels $164m over four years for urgent care ‘pocket change’
Health Minister Simeon Brown says the money will fund five new clinics, ease pressure on hospitals and keep emergency department wait times down. But Labour says much more is needed for people to get the care they need.
Published: 5:47PM 18 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/politics/360692983/budget-2025-labour-labels-164m-over-four-years-urgent-care-pocket-change

Herbertville residents worry about debris build up under town's only bridge
Residents of the tiny coastal village of Herbertville are anxious about the build up of debris in the river running under the only bridge in and out of town.
Published: 12:39PM 18 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360692894/herbertville-residents-worry-about-debris-build-under-towns-only-bridge

How returning Hurricane inspired stunning comeback
After seven months on the sidelines, Brett Cameron played a pivotal role in Friday night’s last-gasp victory over the Highlanders.
Published: 12:00PM 17 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/360692164/returning-hurricanes-playmaker-brett-cameron-inspires-stunning-comeback-victory

In-house water delivery favoured by Manawatū District Council
There will be no partnerships with neighbouring districts, as Manawatū goes it alone.
Published: 3:30PM 16 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360692024/house-water-delivery-adopted-manawatu-district-council

One dead after Pahīatua crash
The truck was carrying large white containers filled with oil.
Published: 2:35PM 16 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360690886/one-dead-after-two-vehicle-crash-state-highway-2-near-pahiatua

Dean Mulligan maintains innocence over 2010 killing of Marice McGregor
After 15 years in custody, a man convicted of bludgeoning a woman to death in a remote rural ravine continues to maintain his innocence.
Published: 8:51AM 16 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360691005/dean-mulligan-maintains-innocence-over-2010-killing-marice-mcgregor

Gang members fight for return of sentimental sweatshirt and patches
A judge is grappling with new laws banning gang patches and says the legislation gives him “scant” information on what to do with items of sentimental value.
Published: 5:00AM 16 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360688565/gang-members-fight-return-sentimental-sweatshirt-and-patches

‘He was our pou’: Family’s harrowing grief for crash victim laid bare
Joshua Hapi was on bail with a condition not to consume alcohol when he drove drunk at high speed and crashed into the rear of James Haddon’s ute.
Published: 5:00AM 15 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360686177/he-was-our-pou-familys-harrowing-grief-crash-victim-laid-bare

Paroled child rapist visited property next to petting zoo
Samuel Tranter was on parole and working as truckie when he made deliveries to houses and visited a property next to a petting zoo.
Published: 5:00AM 14 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360687351/paroled-child-rapist-visited-property-next-petting-zoo

‘Why did you do this?’: Child set fatal fire after telling off
The now 17-year-old has been sentenced for manslaughter five years after the woman died after a fatal fire was set at the foot of her bed.
Published: 12:44PM 13 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360686179/why-did-you-do-child-set-fatal-fire-after-telling

Sex offender’s efforts to get off meth sway judge
A man who sexually abused young girls during two meth-fuelled and opportunistic incidents will no longer be placed on the child sex offender register.
Published: 7:00PM 12 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360679582/sex-offenders-efforts-get-meth-sway-judge

Surgery started to remove a gallbladder that was not there
A patient’s hard-copy notes about a gallbladder removal were not checked before an operation started to take it out again.
Published: 2:08PM 12 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360685297/surgery-started-remove-gallbladder-was-not-there

Road closed after tractor rolls near Pahīatua
Emergency services remain at the scene, with Tutaekara Rd expected to be closed for some time.
Published: 2:05PM 12 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360685844/road-closed-after-tractor-rolls-near-pahiatua

One dead after truck, van crash in Levin
A person has died at the scene of a crash on State Highway 1 in Levin on Monday morning.
Published: 1:20PM 12 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360685223/two-injured-levin-car-crash

Police appeal for information after Marton aggravated robbery
The incident occurred around 10pm on Saturday, when an individual entered a commercial premises and allegedly threatened an employee with a weapon before stealing cash.
Published: 1:37PM 11 May 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360685023/police-appeal-information-after-marton-aggravated-robbery

New Zealand Newsroom

Waikato man on mission to break land speed record in home made car
A Kiwi engineer is on a mission to pass 422km/h.
Published: 10:21AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561446/waikato-man-on-mission-to-break-land-speed-record-in-home-made-car

Christchurch City Council considers regulations against abandoning supermarket trolleys
Councillors say shopping abandoned trolleys are causing a nuisance and costing businesses millions of dollars.
Published: 9:43AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561445/christchurch-city-council-considers-regulations-against-abandoning-supermarket-trolleys

Rare parasitic plant rediscovered near Wellington
A parasitic plant endemic to Aotearoa has been rediscovered near Wainuiomata after wild populations of the species were thought to be extinct in the region.
Published: 11:15AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561451/rare-parasitic-plant-rediscovered-near-wellington

Children as young as 6 adopted, made to work as house slaves
A social worker who has helped 10 teenagers who escaped slavery fears others remain under lock and key.
Published: 9:01AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561416/children-as-young-as-6-adopted-made-to-work-as-house-slaves

Māori Queen emotionally gifted whale jawbone at Nelson marae
Te Arikinui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po was brought to tears during her first official visit to the top of the South Island.
Published: 10:31AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/561430/maori-queen-emotionally-gifted-whale-jawbone-at-nelson-marae

'Very very traumatic' - Mother who lost baby after being left alone by midwife
The woman was left in a tiny rural home without power, internet or phone coverage during labour.
Published: 7:47AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561424/very-very-traumatic-mother-who-lost-baby-after-being-left-alone-by-midwife

'Every dollar counts' - The etiquette of asking for doggy bag
Some restaurants say they've been seeing a rise in people asking to take leftovers away.
Published: 5:55AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561414/every-dollar-counts-the-etiquette-of-asking-for-doggy-bag

Heavy rain, thunderstorms lash North Island, Hutt river floods
The upper north was hit with heavy rain and thunderstorms overnight, with roads closing due to flooding from the Hutt River.
Published: 8:45AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561420/heavy-rain-thunderstorms-lash-north-island-hutt-river-floods

Public worried about creeping health privatisation, lack of preventative care
Two doctors travelled the length of the North Island to see how people felt about the state of the health system.
Published: 8:03PM 18 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561400/public-worried-about-creeping-health-privatisation-lack-of-preventative-care

Auckland's Western Springs Stadium's future up for public consultation
Ponsonby Rugby Club faces losing its home at Auckland's Western Springs Stadium if the space becomes the new base for the city's football team Auckland FC.
Published: 10:30AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561437/auckland-s-western-springs-stadium-s-future-up-for-public-consultation

Firefighters called to blaze at commercial building in Wellington
Seven fire crews were called to the fire on Glover Street.
Published: 6:34AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561421/firefighters-called-to-blaze-at-commercial-building-in-wellington

Budget 2025: New funding for after-hours care 'not going to go very far' - GP and urgent care doctor
General practice doctors are grateful the government is providing new funding but says its "reasonably light".
Published: 8:38AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561409/budget-2025-new-funding-for-after-hours-care-not-going-to-go-very-far-gp-and-urgent-care-doctor

Oranga Tamariki security contract unfair - New Zealand Security Association
Oranga Tamariki is facing complaints from local businesses it is not playing fair over a new security contract for youth justice facilities and care and protection homes.
Published: 9:01AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561439/oranga-tamariki-security-contract-unfair-new-zealand-security-association

The benefits of wrapping yourself in a woollen blanket this winter
Taranaki weaver Alison Ross is trying to bring back woollen blankets made from locally-grown wool to highlight the fibre's benefits.
Published: 9:24AM 17 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/lifestyle/the-benefits-of-wrapping-yourself-in-a-woollen-blanket-this-winter

'In the winter, the roads can be a bit scary': The life of a rural midwife
Fording rivers and driving dangerous, winding roads is all in a day's work for Coromandel midwife Sheryl Wright.
Published: 12:37PM 17 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/people/in-the-winter-the-roads-can-be-a-bit-scary-the-life-of-a-rural-midwife

Kayak fisher brushes off sharks to land monster snapper
Christian-Ray Simons and brother Daniel paddled 6km off the South Taranaki Coast to hook the 91cm, 12kg monster.
Published: 6:48PM 18 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561398/kayak-fisher-brushes-off-sharks-to-land-monster-snapper

Global Newsroom

Netanyahu under pressure: Israel to allow food into Gaza amid blockade
At least 50 people were killed in weekend air strikes.
Published: 10:51AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/netanyahu-under-pressure-israel-to-allow-food-into-gaza-amid-blockade/T35C6HWGCNAXTKXXBFMUJGUDME/

Former US President Joe Biden diagnosed with prostate cancer
The former president's office released a statement.
Published: 10:40AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/former-us-president-joe-biden-diagnosed-with-prostate-cancer/XAP4KFTFSRAKTNCQ54NVTTNGVA/

Gable Tostee claims discrimination over casino ban after alleged strangling
Tostee says he's been discriminated against on the basis of sex over the 2022 incident.
Published: 10:07AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/gable-tostee-claims-discrimination-over-casino-ban-after-alleged-strangling/QUE3WKYIRFCLFOTL5I2HODTGHE/

Canada pauses some counter tariffs against US
Canada paused some counter tariffs but maintained 70% against the US.
Published: 8:48AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/canada-pauses-some-counter-tariffs-against-us/DHEYK6AFC5AVHO5VBI74SVJISI/

Zelenskyy meets Vance as Russian drones pound Ukraine
Zelenskyy meets Vance in Rome after attending the Pope's inaugural mass.
Published: 8:06AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/zelenskyy-meets-vance-as-russian-drones-pound-ukraine/6JJGWAA5EBBABHPCY6GEVNN2WE/

FBI identifies US fertility clinic bomb suspect as ‘nihilistic’ 25-year-old
The blast in California is being considered an 'intentional act of terrorism'.
Published: 7:57AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/fbi-identifies-us-fertility-clinic-bomb-suspect-as-nihilistic-25-year-old/HP33SBSCJNFC7KXBJCXJT73XSE/

Pope Leo XIV warns against exploitation at inaugural mass attended by Vance, Zelenskyy
Dignitaries who attended included Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US Vice-President JD Vance.
Published: 7:33AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/pope-leo-xiv-warns-against-exploitation-at-inaugural-mass-attended-by-vance-zelenskyy/5N7LR4SQBZBEZMZI67VXWDVJAE/

‘Appalling’ twist in methanol deaths of Melbourne teenagers
The mothers of Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles are sceptical justice will ever be served.
Published: 7:04AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/appalling-twist-in-methanol-deaths-of-melbourne-teenagers/R7I5BIEUYJB6TOSPZS4CWVFRPU/

Israel army announces ‘extensive ground operations’ in ramped-up Gaza campaign
The Israeli army began extensive ground operations in Gaza on Sunday.
Published: 6:31AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/israel-army-announces-extensive-ground-operations-in-ramped-up-gaza-campaign/OZOEZQZQZZBGHATRQ5JO7AUHSM/

US probes Mexican Navy ship’s deadly New York bridge collision
The ship's masts were snapped in the incident and two crew members were killed.
Published: 6:23AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/us-probes-mexican-navy-ships-deadly-new-york-bridge-collision/EJLMDL57NVF4FPFPRINITP7FPU/

Sports Newsroom

Waikato man on mission to break land speed record in home made car
A Kiwi engineer is on a mission to pass 422km/h.
Published: 10:21AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561446/waikato-man-on-mission-to-break-land-speed-record-in-home-made-car

NZ driver Scott McLaughlin walks away from spectacular crash at Indy 500 practice
The IndyCar driver hit the wall, more than once, during pre-qualifying practice at Indy 500.
Published: 9:30AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561444/nz-driver-scott-mclaughlin-walks-away-from-spectacular-crash-at-indy-500-practice

Liam Lawson on 14th placing: 'It's been a difficult weekend'
Another disappointing outing for New Zealand driver Liam Lawson in Formula 1.
Published: 8:03AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561433/liam-lawson-on-14th-placing-it-s-been-a-difficult-weekend

Auckland FC v Melbourne Victory: 'We know what we have to do to stop them'
Auckland FC coach Steve Corica said they are taking the challenge of reaching the A-League grand final head on.
Published: 10:29AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561448/auckland-fc-v-melbourne-victory-we-know-what-we-have-to-do-to-stop-them

Ardie Savea named Super Rugby player of the year
He is the highest-scoring loose forward in Super Rugby Pacific Fantasy.
Published: 6:47AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561426/ardie-savea-named-super-rugby-player-of-the-year

Rugby in recovery
The Detail's Amanda Gillies talks to NZ Rugby's chief executive Mark Robinson about crowds, international fixtures, financial turmoil and personal strain
Published: 5:13AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/thedetail/561407/rugby-in-recovery

Rugby: Savea, Umaga applaud team and fans as Blues fall to Moana Pasifika
Moana Pasifika achieved what was previously impossible, defeating the Blues 27-21in North Harbour on Saturday evening.
Published: 8:11AM 18 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/561363/rugby-savea-umaga-applaud-team-and-fans-as-blues-fall-to-moana-pasifika

Netball: Stars spurred on by tragedy and adversity upset Tactix
The Stars upset the Tactix 57-52 in Auckland last night after an extremely challenging week for the franchise.
Published: 6:05AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561411/netball-stars-spurred-on-by-tragedy-and-adversity-upset-tactix

ANZ Premiership: Injury-riddled Northern Stars too strong for Mainland Tactix
Aussie shooter Charlie Bell and defender Liviwa Tokaduadua dominated for the northerners.
Published: 9:23PM 18 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561392/anz-premiership-injury-riddled-northern-stars-too-strong-for-mainland-tactix

Auckland United FC win Oceania Women's Champions League final
They will play in the inaugural FIFA Women's Champions Cup next year, after beating PNG side Hekari 1-0.
Published: 7:42PM 18 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561399/auckland-united-fc-win-oceania-women-s-champions-league-final

A-League: 'Job's not done' for Auckland FC
Auckland FC have the upper hand over Melbourne Victory at the halfway point of the A-League semi-finals - but the hard work isn't over.
Published: 12:57PM 18 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561386/a-league-job-s-not-done-for-auckland-fc

NRL: Warriors v Dolphins - what we learnt from a controversial win
Their seventh win of the NRL season included a dubious try, a couple of injury returns, a debutant and a late sin-binning that may cost them next week.
Published: 9:05AM 18 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561368/nrl-warriors-v-dolphins-what-we-learnt-from-a-controversial-win

A-League: Auckland FC 'pleased' with semi-final advantage
Auckland FC have won their first semi-final against Melbourne Victory.
Published: 11:32AM 18 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/561378/a-league-auckland-fc-pleased-with-semi-final-advantage

News In Pictures

Business Newsroom

Budget 2025’s tricky balance of surplus and growth challenges - Hayden Wilson
Opinion: Is there light at the end of the tunnel?
Published: 11:00AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/economy/gdp/budget-2025s-tricky-balance-of-surplus-and-growth-challenges-hayden-wilson/OLGFOPQBMJBCXBGMM5RKDDMI3E/

Spark confirms outsourcing deal with Nokia: The number of jobs that will be lost
Restructure comes on top of contract to outsource roles to Infosys.
Published: 10:50AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/technology/spark-confirms-outsourcing-deal-with-nokia-the-number-of-jobs-that-will-be-lost/CACEHLEIRNDH3BVNJ2XWQSEI7Q/

What surging food prices mean for the economy (and flat whites) - Liam Dann
Butter, cheese, coffee...do rising food prices signal the return of high inflation?
Published: 10:28AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/perfect-storm-for-flat-whiteswhat-surging-food-prices-mean-for-the-economy-liam-dann/4HHA6H53RNHVDFMV7NYPRXIVZY/

Gentrack raises first-half profit as airports provide ‘a long runway for growth’
Limited full-year guidance falls slightly short of analysts' expectations.
Published: 10:23AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/gentrack-raises-first-half-profit-as-airports-provide-a-long-runway-for-growth/XWTSQZJO2ZGOXON5IQWYX4ATIY/

Northcote’s $150m Elevation modular apartments near completion after delays
'It's been challenging' - Alastair Sawer, chief executive of developer TLC Modular
Published: 9:00AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/property/northcotes-150m-elevation-modular-apartments-near-completion-after-delays/V33W5ZPQUJENDJ3PBWFHIB6TO4/

What to avoid doing when trying to buy your first home – The Prosperity Project
While interest rates may be positive, other factors could impact your purchases.
Published: 6:00AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/what-you-need-to-sort-out-before-buying-your-first-home-the-prosperity-project/TGQSQMVOMJDR7FWNORJ6PRLL7U/

Former Fisher Funds manager David McLeish unveils Wedge for savers, challenging big banks
Former Fisher Funds fund manager David McLeish launches Wedge
Published: 6:00AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/personal-finance/former-fisher-funds-manager-david-mcleish-unveils-wedge-for-savers-challenging-big-banks/PJSMOMLW7RAX3HAY25XXD5Y7HQ/

Small Business: Salt, surf and saving the ocean with Gypsea Sol
Danica Burghout talks to Tom Raynel about her surf products business Gypsea Sol.
Published: 5:00AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/small-business/small-business-salt-surf-and-saving-the-ocean-with-gypsea-sol/ORSER4ALB5FYNCMB4SL77WVY4Y/

Budget 2025: Government debt expected to hit high watermark
Economists expect Thursday's Budget to mark peak government debt levels.
Published: 5:00AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/budget-2025-government-debt-expected-to-hit-high-watermark/6J67WWVP6RHVXH7JXWEI2OTXXE/

US-China tariff truce boosts markets and eases recession fears – Mark Lister
US and China agreed to a 90-day tariff truce, reducing tensions significantly.
Published: 4:00AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/rotorua-daily-post/business/us-china-tariff-truce-boosts-markets-eases-recession-fears/I4J5OCNF7RGMRPPI3OJZECBNOM/

Politics Newsroom

Budget 2025: New funding for after-hours care 'not going to go very far' - GP and urgent care doctor
General practice doctors are grateful the government is providing new funding but says its "reasonably light".
Published: 8:38AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561409/budget-2025-new-funding-for-after-hours-care-not-going-to-go-very-far-gp-and-urgent-care-doctor

'We have to have rules': Christopher Luxon won't say if Te Pāti Māori's punishment appropriate
Meanwhile, legal experts are worried about the precedent the decision could set.
Published: 9:28AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/561443/we-have-to-have-rules-christopher-luxon-won-t-say-if-te-pati-maori-s-punishment-appropriate

Budget 2025: How does government spending actually work?
There will be a lot of talk about government spending this week, but how does it actually work? Where does the money come from, and where does it go?
Published: 8:37AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/561423/budget-2025-how-does-government-spending-actually-work

Counsellors urge government to take heed of Oranga Tamariki report
The Auditor-General said funding and contract changes at the agency last year lacked clear understanding of how changes would affect at-risk children and families.
Published: 12:21PM 18 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/561350/counsellors-urge-government-to-take-heed-of-oranga-tamariki-report

Oranga Tamariki security contract unfair - New Zealand Security Association
Oranga Tamariki is facing complaints from local businesses it is not playing fair over a new security contract for youth justice facilities and care and protection homes.
Published: 9:01AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561439/oranga-tamariki-security-contract-unfair-new-zealand-security-association

Budget 2025: Māori Wardens receive $1.5m funding boost
The extra funding would bring the volunteer organisation's total annual funding to $2.7m.
Published: 12:13PM 17 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/561331/budget-2025-maori-wardens-receive-1-point-5m-funding-boost

Waitangi Tribunal recommends 'immediate halt' Regulatory Standards Bill for 'meaningful consultation' with Māori
It comes from the Tribunal's interim report into the bill, which follows a one-day urgent hearing early this week.
Published: 5:15PM 16 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/561265/waitangi-tribunal-recommends-immediate-halt-regulatory-standards-bill-for-meaningful-consultation-with-maori

Budget 2025: Government commits $164m over four years towards after-hours health care
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Health Minister Simeon Brown made a pre-Budget health announcement in Auckland.
Published: 5:51PM 18 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/budget-2025/561385/budget-2025-government-commits-164m-over-four-years-towards-after-hours-health-care

The House: Parliamentary privileges - Race as an aggravating factor?
Analysis: Reactions and advice from Parliament's Clerk, Speaker and even the committee chair show it has recommended indefensibly harsh punishments.
Published: 4:49PM 17 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/561329/the-house-parliamentary-privileges-race-as-an-aggravating-factor

Budget 2025: Nicola Willis announces half-billion-dollar boost for film industry
The minister says the rebates are needed to ensure New Zealand's film industry survives.
Published: 1:56PM 16 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/561215/budget-2025-nicola-willis-announces-half-billion-dollar-boost-for-film-industry

Jacinda Ardern talks 'imposter syndrome' at Yale University's graduation
Ardern's speech also covered the challenges faced during her leadership and the multiple crises.
Published: 6:36AM 19 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/561417/jacinda-ardern-talks-imposter-syndrome-at-yale-university-s-graduation

Unethical for Wellington council to sign more Golden Mile contracts, Andrew Little says
Wellington mayor says project has been given the green-light, and it appears Little did not understand council process.
Published: 2:17PM 16 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/561244/unethical-for-wellington-council-to-sign-more-golden-mile-contracts-andrew-little-says

Pasifika leaders, influencers weigh in on proposed social media ban for under-16s
They have shared a mix of views, from cautious support to concern, and even strong opposition.
Published: 8:30PM 16 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/561269/pasifika-leaders-influencers-weigh-in-on-proposed-social-media-ban-for-under-16s

Government to run full national interest test on World Health Pandemic Treaty
Peters said it was important to ensure the treaty negotiated by the World Health Assembly wouldn't interfere with New Zealand making its own decisions.
Published: 12:39PM 16 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/561236/government-to-run-full-national-interest-test-on-world-health-pandemic-treaty

Judith Collins defiant over survey involvement: 'The Greens are frankly bonkers'
The Public Service Minister claims questions she removed about religion, te reo Māori and rainbow identities because they infringed on people's privacy.
Published: 9:05AM 16 May 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/561165/judith-collins-defiant-over-survey-involvement-the-greens-are-frankly-bonkers

Entertainment Newsroom

New Zealand musician Kings shares emotional moment he sang for dying fan in hospital
The experience changed Kings' understanding of his music's impact on others.
Published: 5:22PM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/new-zealand-musician-kings-shares-emotional-moment-he-sang-for-dying-fan-in-hospital/KZGHVUPFFZHOPNT6FBZFBRDYJM/

Spat over standing concertgoers leads to Auckland man’s arrest for attack, illegal police gear
An ex-police officer threatened to dig up the victim's deceased mum.
Published: 5:00PM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/crime/spat-over-standing-concertgoers-leads-to-auckland-mans-arrest-for-attack-illegal-police-gear/ZGRWVMBOWVHLRIIKYLR4HUOGOA/

Auckland Philharmonia shine with unforgettable Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev performances
Ukrainian pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk dazzled with Prokofiev's Third Concerto.
Published: 4:24PM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/auckland-philharmonia-shine-with-unforgettable-tchaikovsky-prokofiev-performances/7NIGHI2F3BHBJIJX2GB3F6E3Y4/

Austria’s JJ soars to Eurovision victory with operatic pop
JJ won Eurovision 2025 with the opera-tinged song Wasted Love.
Published: 1:31PM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/austrias-jj-soars-to-eurovision-victory-with-operatic-pop/G3KTHEPS2ZADPH7CXHNA7I4B6A/

Second man charged in UK assault case involving US singer Chris Brown
Brown was remanded in custody until June 13 over a 2023 assault in London.
Published: 12:23PM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/second-man-charged-in-uk-assault-case-involving-us-singer-chris-brown/U5MGF2AYB5AKJHCUXRPJWKS3RU/

Pedro Pascal drops F-bomb urging filmmakers to resist Trump
The Chilean-American actor admitted it is 'scary' to speak out against the US President.
Published: 12:02PM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/pedro-pascal-drops-f-bomb-urging-filmmakers-to-resist-trump/ORE3RARHDBFWXKGANF4NW5OUEM/

Broadcaster Nigel Latta shares journey with inoperable cancer diagnosis
He was diagnosed with an inoperable tumour six months after his wedding.
Published: 11:00AM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/broadcaster-nigel-latta-shares-journey-with-inoperable-cancer-diagnosis/AIJOOE7GR5A6XDPN73XQLHEESQ/

Auckland Writers Festival special: Carl Shuker - The Royal Free extract
We're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.
Published: 10:00AM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/auckland-writers-festival-special-carl-shuker-the-royal-free-extract/VHVAS5DFLJAMXPA5YIA3ALG3LM/

Matilda Green on reality TV, 10 years of The Bachelor and misconceptions with Paula Bennett- Ask Me Anything
Green believes people are wrong in thinking her and Art have a 'fairytale' life.
Published: 7:00AM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/matilda-green-on-reality-tv-10-years-of-the-bachelor-and-misconceptions-with-paula-bennett-ask-me-anything/VQCSJA6QCFCKHOILYBHDHOY3LM/

My Secret Auckland: Comedian Itay Dom shares his favourite spots in the city
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.
Published: 5:00AM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/my-secret-auckland-comedian-itay-dom-shares-his-favourite-spots-in-the-city/DUFAJZBYXJHRHFF3TTKI76VHCQ/

Lifestyle Newsroom

What an NZ nutritionist and cancer survivor wants parents to know about kids’ nutrition
Gina Urlich on how a cancer diagnosis deepened her purpose.
Published: 10:00AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/what-an-nz-nutritionist-and-cancer-survivor-wants-parents-to-know-about-kids-nutrition/4TUMOH5T2ZAJLPREGJZQRLUI4Y/

Coromandel midwife Sheryl Wright navigates remote roads to deliver rural babies
Midwife Sheryl Wright is on call 24/7 with just 10 days off a year.
Published: 9:54AM 19 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/the-country/news/coromandel-midwife-sheryl-wright-navigates-remote-roads-to-deliver-rural-babies/ECSXRXDTYZAZDEOEQ4ANQAC4QY/

This kind of sleep is essential for a healthy brain
New York Times: Poor sleep, especially deep and REM, may raise your dementia risk.
Published: 6:00PM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/this-kind-of-sleep-is-essential-for-a-healthy-brain/LD77C3Z7KVCJ5ETKOJG5GHVCLI/

Ockham NZ Book Awards: Author Damien Wilkins arrives just in time to accept top fiction prize
Damien Wilkins nearly missed the awards after his flight out of Wellington was cancelled.
Published: 2:04PM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/ockham-nz-book-awards-author-damien-wilkins-arrives-just-in-time-to-accept-top-fiction-prize/LPSVMBMUJZH5LOFKGSTNEL4OUM/

How many spoons of Milo do you need? Dame Jacinda Ardern sparks debate over serving size
Kiwis who grew up using just one or two teaspoons for their Milo reacted with surprise.
Published: 2:03PM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/how-many-spoons-of-milo-do-you-need-dame-jacinda-ardern-sparks-debate-over-serving-size/ZNTGKYDSBBFJFJPKGNIKYL6CHU/

Tomato relish recipe
It can take the humble cheese sandwich to new heights.
Published: 1:00PM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/tomato-relish-recipe/TU4O3BRD5FHVFMM73LPYA5QRXM/

Dr Libby Weaver on New Zealand’s iron deficiency, how to fix it and what’s driven her 14th book
The biochemist talks to the Herald about NZ's iron problem and how we can address it now.
Published: 8:00AM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/dr-libby-weaver-on-new-zealands-iron-deficiency-how-to-fix-it-and-whats-driven-her-14th-book/U7AGPMMCERBGRGB5E6XALFRUMU/

Seven easy ways to make your basil (and other herbs) last so much longer
New York Times: Sad, wilting leaves? Never again with these easy expert suggestions.
Published: 7:00AM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/seven-easy-ways-to-make-your-basil-and-other-herbs-last-so-much-longer/4L5E7LAWVZHY3OSUH44JJTPACQ/

Matilda Green on reality TV, 10 years of The Bachelor and misconceptions with Paula Bennett- Ask Me Anything
Green believes people are wrong in thinking her and Art have a 'fairytale' life.
Published: 7:00AM 18 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/matilda-green-on-reality-tv-10-years-of-the-bachelor-and-misconceptions-with-paula-bennett-ask-me-anything/VQCSJA6QCFCKHOILYBHDHOY3LM/

The surprising health benefits of becoming Pope
New York Times: Such a demanding job can be good for the brain and body.
Published: 6:00PM 17 May 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/the-surprising-health-benefits-of-becoming-pope/WGWEA4Y3DJBW7JP74XLNN3WTTQ/