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In response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, New Zealand's government is implementing a range of measures, including a travel ban on Russian officials and limiting diplomatic engagements.

The government is planning to change rules which help foreign investors purchase farmland in New Zealand for forestry conversions.

Analysis - International analyst Geoffrey Miller considers options for New Zealand's response to Russia's incursion into Ukraine.

In a national address, Ukraine's president says his attempts to speak to Vladimir Putin were rejected.

Explainer - The government has announced the country is moving to phase three - but what does that mean? RNZ is here to clear it all up.

Auckland International Airport has reported another underlying loss, as the ongoing closure of borders continues to disrupt air travel.

Air New Zealand has reported another big loss as the pandemic continues to wreck havoc on its operations.

Party Leader David Seymour has called for a cost-benefit analysis of Covid-19 interventions, saying the current settings are a "mish-mash of rules that don't make sense".

New Zealand's objection to Russia's aggressive actions over Ukraine is not weakened by the inability to impose its own economic sanctions, the Foreign Affairs Minister says. Audio

After being verbally abused this afternoon, Jacinda Ardern says there have been people opposed to vaccinations ever since the campaign started.

Masterton District Council has voted to join a group opposing the government's Three Waters Reforms.

The United States and its allies are coordinating new sanctions on Russia after Moscow recognised two regions in eastern Ukraine as independent, officials said.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Nanaia Mahuta has called in the Russian Ambassador to hear New Zealand's strong opposition to escalating Russian aggression towards Ukraine.

In today's sports news - Football Ferns coach yet to decide if Moore will play against Czech Republic, Aces into final and Whyte signs contract to fight Fury.

As high schools around New Zealand prepare for a third year of interrupted learning due to Covid-19, some educators are concerned about the lasting impacts of the pandemic on young people. Audio

Southern District Health Board estimates there are close to 1200 cases of Covid-19 in its region, much more than the official figure of 690.

Cases of Covid-19 among children and teachers are forcing schools to roster entire year groups home or offer online learning for those who want it.

The company said its financial result reflected the impact of the lockdown and regional border restrictions that were introduced in response to the outbreak of the Delta variant.

The government is investing more into housing than ever, yet experts say it is not how much but where it is being spent that will make the difference.