A sealy surprise: unexpected visitor charms Kapiti Coast

It's not every day that a sleepy elephant seal decides to take a break on your local beach, but that's exactly what happened on...

Physical climate risks set to surge, putting billions in assets and infrastructure at risk: Report

A joint report by the Treasury and Ministry for Environment -- Climate Economic and Fiscal Assessment 2023 -- cautions that New Zealand...

New Zealand faces mounting climate crisis as evidence of environmental and economic impacts emerges

New Zealand is grappling with the harsh reality of climate change as a new report highlights the escalating environmental and economic consequences the country...

Ardern delivers emotional valedictory speech, reflects on COVID-19, disinformation, and national tragedies

Key takeaways from the speech

1. Gratitude for science and her support team: Ardern praised the role of science in navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and...

New Zealand kindergarten teachers receive improved offer after historic strike

Following an historic strike held on 16 March, New Zealand kindergarten teachers from NZEI Te Riu Roa, the country's largest education union, met with...

New Zealand's iconic Great Walks reopen for full season as international tourism resumes

The New Zealand Department of Conservation has announced that bookings for the country's iconic Great Walks will open from 20 April, signalling the return...

Christchurch City Council adopts Strategic Framework for long-term Plan 2024-34

The Christchurch City Council in New Zealand has adopted a Strategic Framework that will form the basis for the development of their next Long-Term...

Green Party criticises RBNZ's OCR hike, opposition calls for alternative measures

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand's decision to increase its Official Cash Rate (OCR) by 50 basis points from 4.75% to 5.25% has been...