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Attending an Anzac Day Dawn Service

The Dawn Service has been part of Anzac Day commemorations across New Zealand since 1939. The service, which traditionally begins with a military parade,... Read More

New import requirements for frozen berries

New Zealand Food Safety today issued new import rules for frozen berries to help keep New Zealanders safe and improve processes at the border. In 2022-2023... Read More

New video highlights exploitation danger

A new interactive video has been launched online to highlight the dangers and the ease with which young people are exposed to exploitation. This comes... Read More

Mice on ship delay kiwifruit season in Europe

Zespri's first delivery of this season's kiwifruit to Europe has been delayed after mice were found on the ship. During standard clearance processes... Read More

Are shops open on ANZAC Day?

Most shops will be shut on ANZAC Day (Thursday 25 April, 2024) until 1pm, although there will be some exceptions. Head of Labour Inspectorate Simon Humphries... Read More

Where are you most likely to pass a driving test?

A driving expert does not believe it is easier to pass a practical driver's licence test in rural areas. According to data released by Waka Kotahi New... Read More

Autumn weather ahead, bringing some rain

On Tuesday, April 23, a ridge is expected to lie over the north of New Zealand while a northwest flow strengthens over central and southern parts New Zealand.... Read More

Government improves access to home loans

The Government is reforming financial services to improve access to home loans and other lending, and strengthen customer protections, Commerce and Consumer... Read More

Mataaho Collective wins prestigious prize

Mataaho Collective has won a prestigious prize at the 60th Venice Biennale overnight. The Golden Lion has been won by New Zealand's Mataaho Collective, comprising... Read More

Lotto player wins $1 million

One lucky Lotto player from Whangārei will be celebrating after winning $1 million with Lotto First Division in Saturday night's live Lotto draw. The winning... Read More

Rotting lake weed takes over Rotorua's lakefront

Rotorua's lakefront has been blanketed by rotting lake weed, with one passerby calling the odour "rancid". Recent stormy weather has washed ashore swathes... Read More

Pedestrian dies following crash in Taupō

Police can confirm that a pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle on Ruapehu St, Taupō. "The crash, in the carpark of a business premises, occurred... Read More