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US tariffs: New Zealand lamb, dairy and wine exports face higher costs

Kiwifruit will continue to be exempt from the new tariff, Zespri confirmed on Thursday, as…

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Meridian Receives Draft Approval On Contingent Storage

Friday, 5 June 2026, 8:54 amPress Release: Meridian Photo/SuppliedMeridian Energy welcomes the Fast-track Panel’s draft…

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This week shattered any illusions New Zealand is a faraway haven

The world keeps shaking our windows. Volatile, volatile, volatile. It’s a word Christopher Luxon has…

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England fightback after Jamieson humbles hosts

Ollie Robinson marked his return to England’s test side with a four-wicket haul as New…

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Media Insider: TVNZ wants NRL, Warriors rights; Horse & Pony v lawyer defamation case ends; Heather du Plessis-Allan: ‘This feels surreal’; Big ad agency moves

Warriors star Dallin Watene-Zelezniak celebrates a try against the Raiders. Photo / PhotosportWith rugby and…

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Road Closed, SH1 Near Alabama Road, Blenheim

Friday, 5 June 2026, 7:33 amPress Release: New Zealand Police Police are assisting Fire and…

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Increasing anger over government’s approach to Māori rights

A series of actions by the coalition government has drawn criticism this week, with iwi…

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Concern at standard of care for disabled

RNZ Morning Report A report on disabled people's experiences of health services says improvements are…

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Lightning storms cut power to thousands; thunderstorms and 100km/h winds to hit North Island

One Motueka resident reported “continuous flashes” of lightning last night, having lost power just after…

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Youths Charged After Alleged Stolen Car Lit On Fire, Winton

Friday, 5 June 2026, 7:18 amPress Release: New Zealand Police 4 June 2026Police have arrested…

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