RNZ News Headlines
Government told after election it would have to quit fossil fuel group if new exploration started
An international coalition for phasing out fossil fuels says it told the government after the election it would have to quit the group if it re-started looking for new oil and gas, contradicting what the climate change minister told the media.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:57:24 +1200
Three-month old baby suffered nine fractures to her body in Hutt Valley, police reveal
The baby had fractures to her ribcage, ankle and arm, police revealed.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:54:05 +1200
Watch: Acting Prime Minister David Seymour on changes to anti-money laundering act
Parents should find it easier to open a bank account for their child under changes announced this afternoon.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:53:27 +1200
Missing man's car found in Whanganui River
Kahu was last seen on 27 June.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:45:07 +1200
Will there be another cut in the OCR this week?
To cut or not to cut? That is the question confronting the Reserve Bank's monetary policy committee this week.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:43:44 +1200
NZDF Hercules not needed to assist NZers stranded in Iran and Israel
The NZ Defence Force sent plane to assist any stranded New Zealanders in Iran or Israel.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:22:39 +1200
Woman hospitalised after falling down a bank into water in West Auckland
The woman was in a serious condition, police said.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:09:49 +1200
Children’s theatre pioneer Tim Bray has died
The Tim Bray Theatre Company produced over 100 productions and performed for King Charles and Queen Camilla.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:57:25 +1200
Former broadcaster Oriini Kaipara puts name forward for Te Pāti Māori's Tāmaki Makaurau candidate
It comes after the death of Te Pāti Māori's Takutai Tarsh Kemp, which triggered a by-election in Tāmaki Makaurau.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:51:23 +1200
Tahiti unstoppable at Palau Mini Games as competition nears end - in pictures
The French territory has surged ahead at the multi-sport regional competition, with a medal haul of 53 gold, 32 silver and 18 bronze on the medal standings.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:48:54 +1200
China rejects 'false narratives' on Pacific military base claims
Beijing's embassy in Fiji says it is not interested in geopolitical competition, warning that its cooperation with Pacific Island nations "can never be erased by smears".
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:33:48 +1200
'Don't be scared': Kiwi knights do medieval battle
Noble knights spend their free time donning full suits of medieval armour, and battling it out with swords and shields in an Auckland warehouse.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:33:27 +1200
Pacific news in brief for 7 July
A round-up of news from around the region, including amendments to mining law in Bougainville.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:28:57 +1200
Is thumbs up emoji good or passive aggressive?
How did emojis became the most confusing kind of online language?
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 14:12:54 +1200
Businesses warned as IRD cracks down
Businesses are being urged to get their books in order and be ready to answer probing questions.
Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:41:03 +1200