Policy
'Trump is still too weak to fire him' - US Defence Secretary shared attack details with family
Democratic Senator Tammy Duckworth, an Iraq War veteran, said that Pete Hegseth "must resign in disgrace."
Will a new chief science advisor be appointed soon?
The role has been vacant since Dame Juliet Gerrard stepped down in June last year.
NZ's over-reliance on roads for freight means natural disasters hit even harder. But there is a fix
Analysis - New Zealand's long coastlines could help.
Climate change no longer top threat for defence force
The governments blueprint of how it will invest $12 billion over the next four years into the New Zealand Defence Force mentions climate change twice.
Hipkins admits pandemic mistakes, but stands by initial response
Labour's Chris Hipkins shares on a podcast his thoughts on the government's Covid response and his journey as a politician.
US senator says wrongly deported man described being 'traumatised' at El Salvador prison
US senator Chris Van Hollen meet with wrongly deported Maryland man Kilmar Abrego Garcia on Thursday.
White House revamps US Covid-19 site to promote 'lab leak' theory
The theory that Covid was leaked from a Chinese lab has again gained mainstream traction in the United States.
Rubio warns US may need to 'move on' from Ukraine
The comments come a day after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff met with European and Ukrainian allies.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 16 April 2025
In today's episode, former Labour Party leader and Cabinet Minister, Andrew Little, has announced he will stand for mayor of Wellington, senior doctors are preparing to walk off the job for 24 hours… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 15 April 2025
In today's episode, trans researchers are disappointed by a new directive for Health New Zealand to stop using the term "pregnant people", the body overseeing kura kaupapa is welcoming new classrooms… Audio
Government invests $13.5m to 'turbocharge' tourism marketing
The initial investment would focus on encouraging visitors from a number of specific countries.
Surge of interest in new 'golden visa'
Dozens of applications have been received since the introduction two weeks ago. Audio
US policy creating anxiety in Pacific: Winston Peters
New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister says US policy is creating anxiety in the Pacific region and is calling for dialogue. Grace Fiavaai has more. Audio
Australian prime minister's party launches election campaign
His government has pledged that if re-elected, it would guarantee part of a first-home buyer's home loan.
Redundancy payment cuts childcare rebates
But an expert says this was anticipated when the scheme was introduced.
US, Ukraine hold tense talks as mineral deal remains elusive, source says
A Treasury Department spokesperson also confirmed the discussions, calling them "technical in nature".
New Zealand's estuaries 'in hot water'
A high rate of sedimentation mean our estuaries are getting shallower, but the road to fixing the damage is a much deeper issue. Audio
Govt expands definition of 'veteran'
The government is expanding the official term "veteran" to cover more ex-soldiers, sailors and aviators, as well as setting up a new national day of tribute. No Duff co-founder Aaron Wood spoke to… Audio
More kids struggling with poverty than last year - official figures
The annual report on the child and youth strategy looked at poverty measures and indicators between July 2023 and June 2024.
Union fights to protect Woolworths staff pay amid restructure
Workers First Union is pushing for Woolworths senior staff members' pay to be protected, as the supermarket chain pushes ahead of with a major restructure. First Union's national retail organiser Ross… Audio
