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'Grade inflation': Think-tank warns 'A's will soon be most common uni grade
A new report has analysed grade data from the country's eight universities between 2006 and 2024. Audio
'Grade inflation': Think-tank warns 'A's will soon be most common uni grade
A new report has analysed grade data from the country's eight universities between 2006 and 2024.
Two Waikanae incidents are likely linked, police say
One man died while another was left with serious injuries within hours of each on Wednesday.
Plan unveiled for luxury apartments to replace iconic Wellington fruit shop
Some locals back the plan, but others are worried it could change the character of their village. Audio
'Snowed under': Asbestos companies working night and day on sand concerns
An asbestos removal company boss says he's been flooded with calls from emotional parents and schools wanting help. Audio
Plans for new Wellington tunnel through Mt Victoria unveiled
Two new tunnels will take two hectares of the green belt, cost up to $4 billion and require major works in nearby areas for years. Audio
Popular market canned over health and safety
After launching last month, Queensgate Night Market has been cancelled over what local MP Chris Bishop says is bureaucracy gone mad.
'Earth moved': Quake shakes Royal NZ Ballet performance of The Nutcracker
The 4.9 magnitude earthquake shook Wellington on Thursday night - but no-one at St James Theatre blinked.
Redundancy bill more than $10m as Callaghan Innovation winds down
More than 200 roles have been lost since November 2023 through the closure of the crown-owned science and innovation entity.
Retirement village residents descend on Parliament
RV President Brian Peat said it was a chance for political parties to show they're "committed to fairness and dignity for older Kiwis".
Invasive millipede spreads beyond Wellington
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) has now confirmed the millipede has been found in New Plymouth, and that it's also awaiting samples of a specimen from Nelson.
'The world's changed': Residents reeling from 'enormous' storm
Power is still out in Eketahuna and internet and cell phone reception is patchy. Audio
'Like a bomb going off': Family dives for safety after window blows
Shards of glass went flying after gale force winds smashed a large house window in Featherston.
Wall blown out, roofs lifted: 'Strongest winds that I can recall in Eketahuna'
People have been stocking up on supplies and staying home as strong winds hit Wairarapa.
'We've never seen it like this': Riversdale residents worry about more high winds
Riversdale locals are still cleaning up after yesterday's huge winds, but are also "getting ready for another mess tomorrow".
'A little bit spooky, a little bit creepy, a little bit fun': Wellington's Halloween-themed show for horror fans
A Halloween-themed art show has horror enthusiasts crawling out of the woodwork, and into queues on the capital's Cuba Street. Audio
Police probe construction company boss accused of taking thousands
The company's director Hemi Arapeta Tiopira has not responded to RNZ's multiple requests for comment.
Science fund shake-up raises potential for political interference - Royal Society
However MBIE, which will take over administration of the Marsden Fund, says the board is required by law to be independent.
Almost half of Te Papa's management roles could be axed
Last week the national museum announced plans for a two-stage process in an effort to cut costs.
'Particularly fragile': Science review doubles down on underfunded system
Science Minister Shane Reti has responded by restructuring the grants process for projects. Audio
Like bingo, but for dogs
They're older and slower, but just because the arthritis is kicking in, that doesn't mean they can't have fun with a group of buddies. Audio
Why Trump makes a strong case to tariff foreign movies
The chief economist at a Wellington-based think tank believes the US president has a stronger than usual argument, but says he'll struggle to do it. Audio
Humanitarian workers targeted in Russia-Ukraine war - NZ charity founder
He says swarms of drones have changed the war beyond recognition.
The huge shift between landlords and renters
A glut of vacant rentals in Wellington has seen tenants knocking close to $100 off their weekly rent. Audio
Millipede invasion sparks study on coast
Owhiro Bay locals have awoken to find their homes infested with the creepy crawly invertebrates.