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New health and safety laws won't keep workers safer - experts
Experts warn proposed changes to health and safety laws won't shift the dial on the country's dire death and injury statistics. Audio
How a 30-year-old from Hawke's Bay got picked for UAE's first Winter Olympics
Determination is at the heart of how a Hawke's Bay-raised athlete became part of the United Arab Emirates first ever winter Olympic team. Audio
Mayor wants government to consider investor's Chateau Tongariro proposal
The proposal from an unnamed investor is to return the Chateau Tongariro to its former status as a hotel, Tongariro Mayor Weston Kirton says.
Ex-ministry staffer accuses government of ignoring education experts, teachers
The staffer worked on the curriculum until the middle of last year and said it was chaotic and politicised. Audio
Call to levy services to keep financial mentor sector viable
Financial mentors say organisations that benefit from their services should be willing to pay a levy. Audio
How flushable sensors could be used to help clean up Auckland's beaches
Auckland University has been piloting flushable sensors designed to detect underground sewer faults. Audio
A new way to find out how to pay less for power
The Electricity Authority's price comparison site comes after years for soaring bills and a government review. Audio
Wiki edit-a-thon celebrates wāhine in Aotearoa
If you've ever fancied a go at editing one of the world's largest-ever sources of knowledge, you've got a chance this weekend. Audio
New curriculum use will grow from 'great start' - Ministry
Auckland Primary Principals' Association president says it could take about three years to embed the new curriculum. Audio
How Kiwis at Scott Base will celebrate their white Christmas
At the moment, 71 people are living at the New Zealand-owned research station and they may get to enjoy some snowfall. Audio
Why Auckland Airport will look a little different this Christmas
The tens of thousands of people expected to pass through Auckland Airport in the next weeks may notice a few changes. Audio
Nearly 5000 children with rotten teeth waiting in pain for surgery
There are 4866 children on the dental surgery wait list - an increase of 900 in two years. Audio
Councillor's renewed confidence in cashless ticketing for public transport
The $1.4 billion project which will allow people to pay for public transport with their phone or card anywhere across the country has faced major delays. Audio
People face losing cars they call home as welfare changes hit
Many facing 'imminent homelessness' don't qualify for emergency housing anymore, the Citizens Advice Bureau warns. Audio
Malicious software spreading easier as 26,000 people sent warning
The cyber security agency is emailing tens of thousands of people over the latest risk. Audio
Too many laws passing without 'proper scrutiny', former PM says
Sir Geoffrey Palmer says the government is increasingly pushing through legislation under urgency and skipping consultation. Audio
The 'groundbreaking' drones delivering medicine
A drone successfully delivered medical supplies to Bay of Plenty's Matakana Island during a simulated emergency as part of a healthcare trial. Audio
Commissioner 'determined' to prevent another McSkimming saga
Richard Chambers wants to ensure there will never be a repeat of the "group think" and closed ranks that blocked an investigation. Audio
Police Commissioner 'determined' to prevent another McSkimming saga
Richard Chambers wants to ensure there will never be a repeat of the "group think" and closed ranks that allowed the Jevon McSkimming investigation to be blocked.
Backyard fight clubs: Thuggery or a way to heal?
"My normal is totally different to your normal": John Paul 'fight dog' Te Rito says the events are about healing, connecting and role-modelling a better way.
Regional council revamp 'pretty serious attack' on Treaty rights - Little
The coalition's proposals would impact Māori representation that's been guaranteed under the Treaty of Waitangi, Wellington's mayor says. Audio
ACC focused on getting 'less serious' injuries off its books, chief executive says
ACC says efforts to get long-term claimants off of weekly compensation is not about taking support away from people who need it. Audio
Roadside drug testing nearly worthless, expert says
As the New Zealand rollout begins, an Australian crash researcher says it's a scattergun approach. Audio
'You need expertise': Concerns over proposal to axe wildfire specialists
More than 140 jobs could be cut as part of FENZ restructure proposal. Audio