New whooping cough cases almost double in a week: The latest figures from ESR show 156 new cases were reported last week, up from 80.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535873/new-whooping-cough-cases-almost-double-in-a-week
Aoraki Mt Cook missing climbers believed dead in fall - police: Police do not believe that three missing climbers have survived a fall.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535902/aoraki-mt-cook-missing-climbers-believed-dead-in-fall-police
Names shared with members of the royal family, such as Charles, George, and Harry, were becoming less popular.
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Full story: Muhammad was most popular boys' baby name in England and Wales in 2023 | RNZ News
Quick Glance: Top Baby Names in North East Unveiled
- Oliver ranks as the most popular boy's name in the North East with 218 newborns in 2023.
- Olivia remains the leading girl's name, followed by Isla and Freya.
- Muhammad is the top boy's name in Newcastle, surpassing Noah.
- New entries in the top 100 include Hazel and Jax, influenced by pop culture.
#BREAKING | A strong and shallow earthquake has struck California, sparking a tsunami warning.
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Quick Glance: California Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning
- A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck off California on Thursday morning, briefly prompting a tsunami warning for Northern California and southern Oregon.
- The warning was lifted about an hour later, with Humboldt County reporting damages such as broken water mains and power outages.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an emergency declaration to aid response efforts following the earthquake, which originated from the Mendocino fault zone.
- Experts highlighted the significant seismic activity in the area and called for improvements to the tsunami warning system.
Students left in 'a fluster' over options after failing NCEA tests , principal says
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535910/students-left-in-a-fluster-over-options-after-failing-ncea-tests-principal-says
Penny said the boot camps have been "incredibly politicised" but the programme was making change despite the whole thing not always "being ... Show more
Second government boot camp trial youth missing | RNZ News
Second government boot camp trial youth missing | RNZ News
Accusations fly as George Russell and Max Verstappen row rocks F1: Simmering bad blood between Formula One rivals Max Verstappen and George Russell exploded at ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/535824/accusations-fly-as-george-russell-and-max-verstappen-row-rocks-f1
Quick Glance: Hamilton's Emotional Farewell to Mercedes
- Lewis Hamilton is set to race for Mercedes for the final time this weekend before joining Ferrari in 2025.
- After 12 seasons and numerous victories, he faces emotional challenges as he parts ways with the team.
- The season has been marked by struggles, particularly with teammate George Russell and the performance of the W15.
- The Abu Dhabi finale will be crucial for the Constructors' Championship, with several drivers potentially ending their careers.
Black Caps beleaguered after batty day at the Basin: It's been a day for the bowlers at the Basin.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/535913/black-caps-beleaguered-after-batty-day-at-the-basin
Alumni group slams USP's failure to release Council meeting outcomes: The USP alumni statement released on Thursday included a "summary of major decisions" ...
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/535865/alumni-group-slams-usp-s-failure-to-release-council-meeting-outcomes
Flying with a food allergy contributes to high anxiety levels and air travel burden, survey finds
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535906/flying-with-a-food-allergy-contributes-to-high-anxiety-levels-and-air-travel-burden-survey-finds
Port Waikato rescue: Four people pulled from sea after getting caught in rip: The group - including three children - would likely have drowned if they hadn't ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535922/port-waikato-rescue-four-people-pulled-from-sea-after-getting-caught-in-rip
Supermarket's move to enforce parking limits 'reasonable' - business chief: After years of anything goes at the Whangārei Pak'n Save, the supermarket has begun ...
rnz.co.nz/news/business/535915/supermarket-s-move-to-enforce-parking-limits-reasonable-business-chief
Mayor admits community anger over Waimate's drinking water ban: Waimate's mayor says the town's drinking water problems are frustrating, but also will be ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535920/mayor-admits-community-anger-over-waimate-s-drinking-water-ban
Land of opportunity or bicultural nation? Twin visions of national identity face off over Treaty principles
rnz.co.nz/news/on-the-inside/535907/land-of-opportunity-or-bicultural-nation-twin-visions-of-national-identity-face-off-over-treaty-principles
Winston Peters signals progress on India trade deal negotiations: "I think there's a chance that we will be announcing the beginning of negotiations on that ...
rnz.co.nz/news/indonz/535917/winston-peters-signals-progress-on-india-trade-deal-negotiations
The hook up app for fish head lovers: For every kilo of fish that you give to somebody to eat, that's a kilo of fish still swimming in the ocean ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535897/the-hook-up-app-for-fish-head-lovers
Boot camp pilot not a failure - chief children's commissioner: It comes after two young people ran away from the programme, while another died in a car crash.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535916/boot-camp-pilot-not-a-failure-chief-children-s-commissioner
Ray and Maree Goldring were among a handful of people who stayed at Castle Hill village on Thursday night. Ray Goldring said they were ready to evacuate if the ... Show more
'Unacceptable': Children's Minister not told about second boot camp youth absconder
rnz.co.nz/news/political/535904/unacceptable-children-s-minister-not-told-about-second-boot-camp-youth-absconder
What could be the 'oldest animals' on Earth have been captured on camera as researchers look for answers. 👀
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The family of Olivia Podmore says the adjournment of an inquest into the Olympic cyclist's death has only added to the immense emotional and financial toll of ... Show more
Australia and New Zealand's defence forces will become 'much more integrated' according to the Joint Statement on Closer Defence Relations signed by Australian ... Show more
Greens accused of spreading 'misinformation' over teen's bootcamp death: "This tragic accident is bigger than politics and Tamatha Paul should be ashamed of ...
rnz.co.nz/news/political/535892/greens-accused-of-spreading-misinformation-over-teen-s-bootcamp-death
A-League football: They left Auckland to pursue a dream, now return as enemies: Up until now it's been Phoenix or bust for professional footballers wanting to ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/535843/a-league-football-they-left-auckland-to-pursue-a-dream-now-return-as-enemies
Traffic backed up on SH1 after large diesel spill in Northland crash: Major delays are continuing on State Highway 1 north of Whangārei after a crash near ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535878/traffic-backed-up-on-sh1-after-large-diesel-spill-in-northland-crash
Te Ani Solomon said she would carry on with her case at the Human Rights Review Tribunal, claiming the technology was discriminatory.
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Test cricket live updates: Black Caps v England day 1: The New Zealanders elected to bowl in the second test against England at the Basin Reserve.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/535851/test-cricket-live-updates-black-caps-v-england-day-1
Weekend weather: 30 degree highs forecast for parts of NZ: It's been a sizzling start to summer, and some parts of the country look set to reach 30 degrees on ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535862/weekend-weather-30-degree-highs-forecast-for-parts-of-nz
A police officer involved in the dramatic rescue of seven people during Cyclone Gabrielle had a moment where he thought he had "lost everybody" in ... Show more
A breast cancer drug - which keeps the disease stable for up to four times longer than the previous treatment - will be publicly funded from next month ... Show more
Lender blindsided and in 'shock' over SolarZero collapse: NZ Green Investment Finance was only given limited time to come up with a proposal to help SolarZero ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535861/lender-blindsided-and-in-shock-over-solarzero-collapse
The risk of missing the boat on a good deal for the Cook Strait ferries: It hasn't been plain sailing for the Interislander, but the government will announce ...
rnz.co.nz/news/thedetail/535813/the-risk-of-missing-the-boat-on-a-good-deal-for-the-cook-strait-ferries
#LATEST | The blaze is not contained or controlled, Incident Commander Brian Keown says.
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Palau's president invites Donald Trump to 'visit the Pacific' to see climate crisis impacts
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/535844/palau-s-president-invites-donald-trump-to-visit-the-pacific-to-see-climate-crisis-impacts
Bootcamp participant dies while another on the run: One of the young men taking part in the boot camp pilot is on the run after attending the funeral of another ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535796/bootcamp-participant-dies-while-another-on-the-run
"It was scary, it's still there, it's like a shadow, it just lives with you."
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NZ's electricity market a problem for productivity - OECD: The government should consider splitting the generation and retail operations of NZ's energy ...
rnz.co.nz/news/business/535816/nz-s-electricity-market-a-problem-for-productivity-oecd
Supermarket shoppers using a "brown onion hack" to reduce their grocery bills are being warned it is theft.
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Brown onion 'hack': Supermarket shoppers warned they could be prosecuted | RNZ News
Brown onion 'hack': Supermarket shoppers warned they could be prosecuted | RNZ News
NZ Bravery Awards: Hero of Countdown stabbing still lives with trauma: The supermarket stabbing hero says he continues to be followed by the "shadow" of that day ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535812/nz-bravery-awards-hero-of-countdown-stabbing-still-lives-with-trauma
TV Presenters Hayley Holt and Anna Burns-Francis to leave TVNZ: The state broadcaster announced last month that it plans to axe 50 roles in order to save $30m.
rnz.co.nz/news/business/535665/tv-presenters-hayley-holt-and-anna-burns-francis-to-leave-tvnz
Hey dad, don't drown saving your kid this summer: Men tend to overestimate their swimming ability, sometimes leading to a devastating loss ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535829/hey-dad-don-t-drown-saving-your-kid-this-summer
Taylor Swift, Joe Rogan, and Prince Harry are amongst the people New Zealanders listened to most this year, according to this year's Spotify Wrapped results ... Show more
Spotify Wrapped has landed: What New Zealand listened to most in 2024 | RNZ News
Spotify Wrapped has landed: What New Zealand listened to most in 2024 | RNZ News
Quick Glance: Taylor Swift Again Crowned Spotify Global Artist of the Year
- Taylor Swift has been named Spotify's Global Top Artist for 2024, achieving 26.6 billion streams.
- Her album 'The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology' was the most-streamed album globally, breaking streaming records.
- Additionally, her re-records '1989 (Taylor's Version)' and 'Lover' are included in the Spotify Wrapped Top 10.
- To celebrate this achievement, Spotify created special animations and installations in various cities worldwide.
UnitedHealthcare executive fatally shot in Manhattan before investor meeting: The gunman remains on the loose after Brian Thompson twas shot in Midtown Manhattan ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/535717/unitedhealthcare-executive-fatally-shot-in-manhattan-before-investor-meeting
Quick Glance: Internet Culture: Admiration for Suspect in Murder Case
- Following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, social media reveals a troubling fascination with the primary suspect.
- Users draw comparisons between the suspect and Hollywood stars, expressing admiration for his looks.
- Speculation around potential motives for the killing, including revenge for denied medical treatments, grows as police continue their search.
- The online support for the suspect contrasts sharply with the NYPD's efforts to apprehend him, reflecting rising discontent in American society.
A Taranaki farmer, who has been ordered to pay $180,000 over his objection to the Mt Messenger Bypass route on State Highway 3, says the decision will ruin him ... Show more
Taranaki farmer ordered to pay $180k wonders how he'll survive | RNZ News
Taranaki farmer ordered to pay $180k wonders how he'll survive | RNZ News
Castle Hill fire live: Nine helicopters, three planes due to fight blaze: Efforts are ramping back up to fight the massive blaze, which has seen some Cantabrians ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535822/castle-hill-fire-live-nine-helicopters-three-planes-due-to-fight-blaze
Shoppers want more information about needles in Papakura Woolworths: Police are investigating, the products have been removed - but NZ Food Safety is refusing to ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535791/shoppers-want-more-information-about-needles-in-papakura-woolworths
Ed Sheeran will be first-ever Western artist to perform in Bhutan: "Kuzuzampola!" Sheeran said in an Instagram post announcing the Bhutan concert.
rnz.co.nz/news/world/535753/ed-sheeran-will-be-first-ever-western-artist-to-perform-in-bhutan
Vanuatu's climate envoy slams Australia and 'world's largest greenhouse gas emitters' at ICJ
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/535787/vanuatu-s-climate-envoy-slams-australia-and-world-s-largest-greenhouse-gas-emitters-at-icj
NZC 'First Eleven' inducted into inaugural Hall of Fame: The inaugural Hall of Fame features the induction of eleven foundation members whose playing careers ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/535798/nzc-first-eleven-inducted-into-inaugural-hall-of-fame
Neil Finn, Pita Sharples receive NZ's highest arts honour: Tā Pita Sharples and Neil Finn have each received the Arts Foundations Icon Award Whakamana Hiranga ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535776/neil-finn-pita-sharples-receive-nz-s-highest-arts-honour
Improving notorious Warkworth intersection shelved - again: The Hill Street junction is often described as the worst intersection in New Zealand.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535794/improving-notorious-warkworth-intersection-shelved-again
Spring hits heat and rain records in many parts of country - NIWA: Spring 2024 was one of the warmest on record, new NIWA climate summary figures show.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535775/spring-hits-heat-and-rain-records-in-many-parts-of-country-niwa
Pōmārie: Daily TV news to end on Whakaata Māori after 20 years: It comes after the broadcaster found it would have large financial shortfalls in the coming years ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535797/pomarie-daily-tv-news-to-end-on-whakaata-maori-after-20-years
Methane debate still rages after government-initiated review: Both sides of methane debate claim to be backed by science, but say their opponents are "political" ...
rnz.co.nz/news/environment/535765/methane-debate-still-rages-after-government-initiated-review
'Racism will not ruin our signs': Tasman District Council condemns ongoing vandalism
rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/535795/racism-will-not-ruin-our-signs-tasman-district-council-condemns-ongoing-vandalism
Māori, rural children at greater risk of severe paediatric appendicitis: Rural kids suffer severe appendicitis four times the rate of those in urban areas ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535769/maori-rural-children-at-greater-risk-of-severe-paediatric-appendicitis
Immigration NZ helps bring down visa fraud operation in Thailand: The visas were intended for people living in rural Thailand who were planning to work in New ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535772/immigration-nz-helps-bring-down-visa-fraud-operation-in-thailand
Our Changing World: The glass sponges of Antarctica: Underneath the flat white expanse of sea ice, the Antarctic seafloor is a world of colour ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/535712/our-changing-world-the-glass-sponges-of-antarctica
Whales seen near site of recent Farewell Spit stranding: There are no strandings at this stage, but rescue teams and a boat are headed to the area.
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535759/whales-seen-near-site-of-recent-farewell-spit-stranding
Crate Day drivers warned - Stay away from bird nests: A conservation group is worried about four-wheel drivers travelling up the Waimakariri River ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535777/crate-day-drivers-warned-stay-away-from-bird-nests
Wellington Water aiming to install 135,000 meters within next six years: The region's water use is higher than Auckland's - and almost twice that allowed in the ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535778/wellington-water-aiming-to-install-135-000-meters-within-next-six-years
What the fall of the French government means for New Caledonia: As French Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government has fallen to a motion of no confidence just ...
rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/535730/what-the-fall-of-the-french-government-means-for-new-caledonia
A compile of RNZ footage shows the intense situation emergency services are grappling with as they respond to a significant scrub fire burning at Bridge Hill ... Show more
The challenges and controversies of crowd counting: What you need to know: Explainer - Estimates of hīkoi attendees ranged from more than 100 ...
rnz.co.nz/news/what-you-need-to-know/535780/the-challenges-and-controversies-of-crowd-counting-what-you-need-to-know
Trade Minister Todd McClay to shoulder blame if no India free trade agreement by end of term
rnz.co.nz/news/political/535774/trade-minister-todd-mcclay-to-shoulder-blame-if-no-india-free-trade-agreement-by-end-of-term
'No apology' from Ayesha Verrall after clash with Health Commissioner Lester Levy
rnz.co.nz/news/political/535783/no-apology-from-ayesha-verrall-after-clash-with-health-commissioner-lester-levy
French government toppled in no-confidence vote, deepening political crisis: The political crisis threatens its capacity to legislate and rein in a massive ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/535705/french-government-toppled-in-no-confidence-vote-deepening-political-crisis
#LATEST Three school camps staying about a kilometre from the fireground have been evacuated as a precaution, as has Flock Hill Lodge.
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Black Caps stick with same eleven for second Test: There is still no place for opening batter Will Young, who was the player of the series on the recent tour of ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/535773/black-caps-stick-with-same-eleven-for-second-test
Taranaki farmers ordered to pay court costs of $180k over roading buyout: The pair objected to the purchase of 11 hectares of their land being taken for the Mt ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/535747/taranaki-farmers-ordered-to-pay-court-costs-of-180k-over-roading-buyout
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