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Andrew with his two daughters Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie in 2016.

Beatrice and Eugenie won't attend royal family Easter service

The daughters of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson have made "alternative plans" and won't be at Windsor Castle on Sunday

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The All Whites celebrate Eli Just's goal against Chile

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Close-Up of Man Refueling Vehicle at Gas Station Pump. File photo.

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Businesses urged to stay vigilant amid fuel theft concerns

Police said there had not been a notable rise in fuel-related crime yet, but a senior officer has warned that when there was a supply issue, illegal behaviour could follow.

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A member of police special forces stands guard on top their car at the Enqelab-e-Eslami, or Islamic Revolution, square in downtown Tehran, Iran, Monday, March 30, 2026.

Trump threatens Iran's civilian infrastructure if deal not reached 'shortly'

In his warning, Trump threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure, including desalination plants that supply drinking water.

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Leslie Parr.

Nurses caring for killer mistakenly believed he was there for 'respite'

Nurses caring for a killer at a forensic inpatient unit mistakenly believed he was there for "respite" as his notes were not accessible to them, a review into his care has revealed.

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Jarrad Antonovich died of a perforated oesophagus after consuming the plant-based psychedelic ayahuasca and frog-based poison kambo

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Frog poison ceremony leader charged with manslaughter

A second person has been charged with manslaughter over the death of a man who consumed frog poison and psychedelics at a retreat in New South Wales.

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Satellite view of the Strait of Hormuz with red shipping lines and a large red X mark, symbolizing a blockade, maritime conflict, or trade disruption in this strategic global oil chokepoint.

Why hasn’t the US military used force to secure the Strait of Hormuz?

Since the Iran-US war began in late February, Iran has retaliated by targeting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, effectively shutting it down.

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Countries across Asia have taken measures to reduce fuel consumption.

Short weeks and free transport – the fuel crisis responses NZ could copy

The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced governments overseas to get creative.

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There are calls for urgent reform, amid an increase in the amount of nitrous oxide being imported.

'We're concerned': Over 1000 tonnes of nitrous oxide imported in 2025

Also known as nangs, nos or laughing gas, nitrous oxide imports increased by 60% in 2025 compared to 2024, according to Stats NZ data.

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Mother-of-two Sarah Clark died on March 11 after being tragically struck by a vehicle while sitting at a café in Auckland's North Shore.

Husband of cafe crash victim says she showed him 'a richer definition of love'

Sarah Clark was killed on the morning of March 11 after a car crashed into a cafe on Auckland's North Shore.

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Countries across Asia have taken measures to reduce fuel consumption.

Short weeks and free transport – the fuel crisis responses NZ could copy

The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced governments overseas to get creative.

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There are calls for urgent reform, amid an increase in the amount of nitrous oxide being imported.

'We're concerned': Over 1000 tonnes of nitrous oxide imported in 2025

Also known as nangs, nos or laughing gas, nitrous oxide imports increased by 60% in 2025 compared to 2024, according to Stats NZ data.

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Mother-of-two Sarah Clark died on March 11 after being tragically struck by a vehicle while sitting at a café in Auckland's North Shore.

Husband of cafe crash victim says she showed him 'a richer definition of love'

Sarah Clark was killed on the morning of March 11 after a car crashed into a cafe on Auckland's North Shore.

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Andrew with his two daughters Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie in 2016.

Beatrice and Eugenie won't attend royal family Easter service

The daughters of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson have made "alternative plans" and won't be at Windsor Castle on Sunday

29 mins ago

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The All Whites celebrate Eli Just's goal against Chile

All Whites buoyed by four-star Chile performance

New Zealand turned on the style to claim a famous victory over South American opposition in their final home match before the World Cup.

46 mins ago

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Close-Up of Man Refueling Vehicle at Gas Station Pump. File photo.

Crime and Justice

Businesses urged to stay vigilant amid fuel theft concerns

Police said there had not been a notable rise in fuel-related crime yet, but a senior officer has warned that when there was a supply issue, illegal behaviour could follow.

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A member of police special forces stands guard on top their car at the Enqelab-e-Eslami, or Islamic Revolution, square in downtown Tehran, Iran, Monday, March 30, 2026.

Trump threatens Iran's civilian infrastructure if deal not reached 'shortly'

In his warning, Trump threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure, including desalination plants that supply drinking water.

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Leslie Parr.

Nurses caring for killer mistakenly believed he was there for 'respite'

Nurses caring for a killer at a forensic inpatient unit mistakenly believed he was there for "respite" as his notes were not accessible to them, a review into his care has revealed.

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Jarrad Antonovich died of a perforated oesophagus after consuming the plant-based psychedelic ayahuasca and frog-based poison kambo

Crime and Justice

Frog poison ceremony leader charged with manslaughter

A second person has been charged with manslaughter over the death of a man who consumed frog poison and psychedelics at a retreat in New South Wales.

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Victoria fugitive Dezi Freeman

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Dezi Freeman holding gun belonging to slain officer when he was killed

It's been revealed a gun pulled by Freeman in his final moments belonged to one of the officers the self-proclaimed sovereign citizen executed last year.

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The Bluebridge ferry Connemara.

Bluebridge ferry detained by Maritime NZ in Wellington after inspection

Connemara – which usually sailed four times daily - had not crossed the Cook Strait since March 21, with cancelled sailings leaving passengers frustrated and scrambling to find alternative travel.

8:20am

1:33

Countries across Asia have taken measures to reduce fuel consumption.

Short weeks and free transport – the fuel crisis responses NZ could copy

The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has forced governments overseas to get creative.

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There are calls for urgent reform, amid an increase in the amount of nitrous oxide being imported.

'We're concerned': Over 1000 tonnes of nitrous oxide imported in 2025

Also known as nangs, nos or laughing gas, nitrous oxide imports increased by 60% in 2025 compared to 2024, according to Stats NZ data.

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2:23

Victoria fugitive Dezi Freeman

Crime and Justice

Dezi Freeman holding gun belonging to slain officer when he was killed

It's been revealed a gun pulled by Freeman in his final moments belonged to one of the officers the self-proclaimed sovereign citizen executed last year.

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2:21

The Bluebridge ferry Connemara.

Bluebridge ferry detained by Maritime NZ in Wellington after inspection

Connemara – which usually sailed four times daily - had not crossed the Cook Strait since March 21, with cancelled sailings leaving passengers frustrated and scrambling to find alternative travel.

8:20am

1:33

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Mother-of-two Sarah Clark died on March 11 after being tragically struck by a vehicle while sitting at a café in Auckland's North Shore.

Husband of cafe crash victim says she showed him 'a richer definition of love'

Sarah Clark was killed on the morning of March 11 after a car crashed into a cafe on Auckland's North Shore.

10 mins ago

1:33

Andrew with his two daughters Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie in 2016.

Beatrice and Eugenie won't attend royal family Easter service

The daughters of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson have made "alternative plans" and won't be at Windsor Castle on Sunday

29 mins ago

1:33

The All Whites celebrate Eli Just's goal against Chile

All Whites buoyed by four-star Chile performance

New Zealand turned on the style to claim a famous victory over South American opposition in their final home match before the World Cup.

46 mins ago

0:52

Close-Up of Man Refueling Vehicle at Gas Station Pump. File photo.

Crime and Justice

Businesses urged to stay vigilant amid fuel theft concerns

Police said there had not been a notable rise in fuel-related crime yet, but a senior officer has warned that when there was a supply issue, illegal behaviour could follow.

9:20am

8:49

A member of police special forces stands guard on top their car at the Enqelab-e-Eslami, or Islamic Revolution, square in downtown Tehran, Iran, Monday, March 30, 2026.

Trump threatens Iran's civilian infrastructure if deal not reached 'shortly'

In his warning, Trump threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure, including desalination plants that supply drinking water.

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Leslie Parr.

Nurses caring for killer mistakenly believed he was there for 'respite'

Nurses caring for a killer at a forensic inpatient unit mistakenly believed he was there for "respite" as his notes were not accessible to them, a review into his care has revealed.

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Andrew with his two daughters Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie in 2016.

Beatrice and Eugenie won't attend royal family Easter service

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29 mins ago

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The All Whites celebrate Eli Just's goal against Chile

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New Zealand turned on the style to claim a famous victory over South American opposition in their final home match before the World Cup.

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Businesses urged to stay vigilant amid fuel theft concerns

Police said there had not been a notable rise in fuel-related crime yet, but a senior officer has warned that when there was a supply issue, illegal behaviour could follow.

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8:49

A member of police special forces stands guard on top their car at the Enqelab-e-Eslami, or Islamic Revolution, square in downtown Tehran, Iran, Monday, March 30, 2026.

Trump threatens Iran's civilian infrastructure if deal not reached 'shortly'

In his warning, Trump threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure, including desalination plants that supply drinking water.

6:27am

1:33

Leslie Parr.

Nurses caring for killer mistakenly believed he was there for 'respite'

Nurses caring for a killer at a forensic inpatient unit mistakenly believed he was there for "respite" as his notes were not accessible to them, a review into his care has revealed.

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Jarrad Antonovich died of a perforated oesophagus after consuming the plant-based psychedelic ayahuasca and frog-based poison kambo

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Frog poison ceremony leader charged with manslaughter

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Fiordland has been marked as an area that would face "heightened" consequences in an emergency.

Tsunami warnings may not have time to trigger in deep south

A new emergency management plan for Southland has unearthed an unnerving detail about warning systems in the event of a tsunami.

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Police investigate after reports of man approaching children in Wellington

"We understand incidents like this can be unsettling to the community; however, we ask parents to be alert, not alarmed," police said.

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The man had to be pepper sprayed before being taken down by a police dog.

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Invercargill deputy mayor Grant Dermody's behaviour will be the subject of a special council meeting this week.

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Fiordland has been marked as an area that would face "heightened" consequences in an emergency.

Tsunami warnings may not have time to trigger in deep south

A new emergency management plan for Southland has unearthed an unnerving detail about warning systems in the event of a tsunami.

Police investigate after reports of man approaching children in Wellington

Police investigate after reports of man approaching children in Wellington

"We understand incidents like this can be unsettling to the community; however, we ask parents to be alert, not alarmed," police said.

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Invercargill deputy mayor in hot water over swearing accusations

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'Shirtless' and 'erratic' man charged with Auckland service station break-in

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Sergeant Reece Sirl said police targeted a "prolific" user on the country’s largest dark web server as a part of Operation Laver.

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Sargeant Reece Sirl said the online transactions over a nine-month period involved around 13 different types of drugs, including methamphetamine, cocaine, MDMA, GBL and ketamine.

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A new emergency management plan for Southland has unearthed an unnerving detail about warning systems in the event of a tsunami.

Police investigate after reports of man approaching children in Wellington

Police investigate after reports of man approaching children in Wellington

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'Shirtless' and 'erratic' man charged with Auckland service station break-in

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Recap: All Whites claim historic 4-1 win against Chile

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Recap: All Whites claim historic 4-1 win against Chile

Relive live updates as the All Whites defeated Chile at Eden Park.

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Kosta Barbarouses celebrates his goal for the All Whites against Chile at Eden park in Auckland.

All Whites bounce back with ruthless 4-1 victory against Chile

The All Whites defeated the South American side 4-1 at Eden Park in Auckland.

South Africa athlete Caster Semenya, center, answers reporters with lawyers Gregory Nott, left, and Shona Jolly KC after Semenya won a partial victory at the European Court of Human Rights on in her seven-year legal fight against track and field's sex eligibility rules, Thursday, July 10, 2025 in Strasbourg, eastern France.

Semenya expresses disappointment with IOC transgender decision

Two-time Olympic champion runner Caster Semenya expressed her disappointment with IOC President Kirsty Coventry over the decision to ban transgender women athletes from competing in women's events at the Olympics.

Recap: All Whites claim historic 4-1 win against Chile

Recap: All Whites claim historic 4-1 win against Chile

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Recap: All Whites claim historic 4-1 win against Chile

Recap: All Whites claim historic 4-1 win against Chile

Relive live updates as the All Whites defeated Chile at Eden Park.

Kosta Barbarouses celebrates his goal for the All Whites against Chile at Eden park in Auckland.

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Two-time Olympic champion runner Caster Semenya expressed her disappointment with IOC President Kirsty Coventry over the decision to ban transgender women athletes from competing in women's events at the Olympics.

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Aussie newspaper apologises over undercover antisemitism stunt at café

A stunt designed to test possible anti-Semitism among takeaway shop staff has ended with a major newspaper apologising for the much-ridiculed set-up.

People line up in front of an Air China's counter for a direct flight between Beijing and North Korea's capital of Pyongyan, at Beijing Capital International Airport in Beijing Monday, March 30, 2026.

Air China resumes direct flights to North Korea after six years

South Africa athlete Caster Semenya, center, answers reporters with lawyers Gregory Nott, left, and Shona Jolly KC after Semenya won a partial victory at the European Court of Human Rights on in her seven-year legal fight against track and field's sex eligibility rules, Thursday, July 10, 2025 in Strasbourg, eastern France.

Semenya expresses disappointment with IOC transgender decision

Smoke rises from Kuwait international airport after a drone strike on fuel storage in Kuwait City, Kuwait, Friday, Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Iran conflict shows how digital fight is ingrained in warfare

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Business

Visitors walk by a hybrid car at a BYD showroom in Beijing, China, Thursday, March 26, 2026.

BYD sees first profit drop since 2021, even as it takes global EV-crown

Meaningful technology upgrades may be the key to regain markets, analysts say. BYD in early March launched a new generation of the powerful “blade” EV battery that can achieve a nearly full charge in nine minutes.

United Relax Row

One of world's largest airlines reveals it's licensing Air NZ seat concept

The deal to license the Skycouch represents one of the biggest endorsements of the concept since it was first introduced in New Zealand 15 years ago.

KMD has delayed the release of its financial results.

What’s going on at Kathmandu owner KMD Brands?

Over the course of this week, one of the country's most well-known retailers has delayed the release of its financial results, not once, but twice.

Jobseekers disturbed as companies screen applications with AI

Jobseekers disturbed as companies screen applications with AI

Advocates say the use of AI to screen job applications is dehumanising and creates bias.

A piggybank (file image).

How long do KiwiSaver members have to wait for withdrawals?

Withdrawals from the scheme for financial hardship reasons have increased significantly in recent years.

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Visitors walk by a hybrid car at a BYD showroom in Beijing, China, Thursday, March 26, 2026.

BYD sees first profit drop since 2021, even as it takes global EV-crown

Meaningful technology upgrades may be the key to regain markets, analysts say. BYD in early March launched a new generation of the powerful “blade” EV battery that can achieve a nearly full charge in nine minutes.

United Relax Row

One of world's largest airlines reveals it's licensing Air NZ seat concept

The deal to license the Skycouch represents one of the biggest endorsements of the concept since it was first introduced in New Zealand 15 years ago.

KMD has delayed the release of its financial results.

What’s going on at Kathmandu owner KMD Brands?

Over the course of this week, one of the country's most well-known retailers has delayed the release of its financial results, not once, but twice.

Jobseekers disturbed as companies screen applications with AI

Jobseekers disturbed as companies screen applications with AI

Advocates say the use of AI to screen job applications is dehumanising and creates bias.

A piggybank (file image).

How long do KiwiSaver members have to wait for withdrawals?

Withdrawals from the scheme for financial hardship reasons have increased significantly in recent years.

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Visitors walk by a hybrid car at a BYD showroom in Beijing, China, Thursday, March 26, 2026.

BYD sees first profit drop since 2021, even as it takes global EV-crown

Meaningful technology upgrades may be the key to regain markets, analysts say. BYD in early March launched a new generation of the powerful “blade” EV battery that can achieve a nearly full charge in nine minutes.

United Relax Row

One of world's largest airlines reveals it's licensing Air NZ seat concept

The deal to license the Skycouch represents one of the biggest endorsements of the concept since it was first introduced in New Zealand 15 years ago.

A piggybank (file image).

How long do KiwiSaver members have to wait for withdrawals?

Withdrawals from the scheme for financial hardship reasons have increased significantly in recent years.

KMD has delayed the release of its financial results.

What’s going on at Kathmandu owner KMD Brands?

Over the course of this week, one of the country's most well-known retailers has delayed the release of its financial results, not once, but twice.

Jobseekers disturbed as companies screen applications with AI

Jobseekers disturbed as companies screen applications with AI

Advocates say the use of AI to screen job applications is dehumanising and creates bias.

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A piggybank (file image).

How long do KiwiSaver members have to wait for withdrawals?

Withdrawals from the scheme for financial hardship reasons have increased significantly in recent years.

Visitors walk by a hybrid car at a BYD showroom in Beijing, China, Thursday, March 26, 2026.

BYD sees first profit drop since 2021, even as it takes global EV-crown

Meaningful technology upgrades may be the key to regain markets, analysts say. BYD in early March launched a new generation of the powerful “blade” EV battery that can achieve a nearly full charge in nine minutes.

United Relax Row

One of world's largest airlines reveals it's licensing Air NZ seat concept

The deal to license the Skycouch represents one of the biggest endorsements of the concept since it was first introduced in New Zealand 15 years ago.

KMD has delayed the release of its financial results.

What’s going on at Kathmandu owner KMD Brands?

Over the course of this week, one of the country's most well-known retailers has delayed the release of its financial results, not once, but twice.

Jobseekers disturbed as companies screen applications with AI

Jobseekers disturbed as companies screen applications with AI

Advocates say the use of AI to screen job applications is dehumanising and creates bias.

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Politics

Speaking to Breakfast's Tova O'Brien, the Prime Minister said the Government was considering changes to tax settings and potentially further "targeted" support for New Zealanders.

Scheduled 12c per litre petrol tax hike 'unlikely' to go ahead - PM

Transport Minister also hinted at scrapping the increases last week.

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Composite image by Vania Chandrawidjaja (iStock/1News)

KiwiSaver, fuel relief, minimum wage: April changes affecting your wallet

1News breaks down the changes likely to boost or dent your wallet in the coming month.

New foreign affairs spokesperson Vanushi Walters speaks to Q+A's Jack Tame.

Labour's Walters accuses coalition of 'one-sided' foreign affairs

"When Israel and the US invaded Iran, the Government should have called that out as a breach of the UN Charter," says the party's new foreign affairs spokesperson.

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Several bottle shops in Auckland have been caught selling alcohol to minors. (File image/Stuff).

'Profit over people': Communities push back on proposed alcohol reforms

Concerns are growing among health providers and whānau about the Government's proposed alcohol reforms, with warnings they could increase harm in vulnerable communities.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (left), Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones during the post-Cabinet press conference last week.

No NZ fuel phase meeting amid Australia tax move, jet fuel dip

Despite that, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said "we are continuing to prepare for a move to phase 2 if we need to".

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (left), Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones during the post-Cabinet press conference last week.

No NZ fuel phase meeting amid Australia tax move, jet fuel dip

Despite that, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said "we are continuing to prepare for a move to phase 2 if we need to".

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Speaking to Breakfast's Tova O'Brien, the Prime Minister said the Government was considering changes to tax settings and potentially further "targeted" support for New Zealanders.

Scheduled 12c per litre petrol tax hike 'unlikely' to go ahead - PM

Transport Minister also hinted at scrapping the increases last week.

11:20

Composite image by Vania Chandrawidjaja (iStock/1News)

KiwiSaver, fuel relief, minimum wage: April changes affecting your wallet

1News breaks down the changes likely to boost or dent your wallet in the coming month.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (left), Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones during the post-Cabinet press conference last week.

No NZ fuel phase meeting amid Australia tax move, jet fuel dip

Despite that, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said "we are continuing to prepare for a move to phase 2 if we need to".

New foreign affairs spokesperson Vanushi Walters speaks to Q+A's Jack Tame.

Labour's Walters accuses coalition of 'one-sided' foreign affairs

"When Israel and the US invaded Iran, the Government should have called that out as a breach of the UN Charter," says the party's new foreign affairs spokesperson.

15:42

Several bottle shops in Auckland have been caught selling alcohol to minors. (File image/Stuff).

'Profit over people': Communities push back on proposed alcohol reforms

Concerns are growing among health providers and whānau about the Government's proposed alcohol reforms, with warnings they could increase harm in vulnerable communities.

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (left), Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones during the post-Cabinet press conference last week.

No NZ fuel phase meeting amid Australia tax move, jet fuel dip

Despite that, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said "we are continuing to prepare for a move to phase 2 if we need to".

Speaking to Breakfast's Tova O'Brien, the Prime Minister said the Government was considering changes to tax settings and potentially further "targeted" support for New Zealanders.

Scheduled 12c per litre petrol tax hike 'unlikely' to go ahead - PM

Transport Minister also hinted at scrapping the increases last week.

11:20

Composite image by Vania Chandrawidjaja (iStock/1News)

KiwiSaver, fuel relief, minimum wage: April changes affecting your wallet

1News breaks down the changes likely to boost or dent your wallet in the coming month.

New foreign affairs spokesperson Vanushi Walters speaks to Q+A's Jack Tame.

Labour's Walters accuses coalition of 'one-sided' foreign affairs

"When Israel and the US invaded Iran, the Government should have called that out as a breach of the UN Charter," says the party's new foreign affairs spokesperson.

15:42

Several bottle shops in Auckland have been caught selling alcohol to minors. (File image/Stuff).

'Profit over people': Communities push back on proposed alcohol reforms

Concerns are growing among health providers and whānau about the Government's proposed alcohol reforms, with warnings they could increase harm in vulnerable communities.

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Te Ao Māori

Muriwhenua performing at Te Matatini 2025.

Six kapa haka qualify for Te Matatini 2027

Te Taitokerau and Te Whenua Moemoeā regions both held their kapa haka competitions today.

Several bottle shops in Auckland have been caught selling alcohol to minors. (File image/Stuff).

'Profit over people': Communities push back on proposed alcohol reforms

Concerns are growing among health providers and whānau about the Government's proposed alcohol reforms, with warnings they could increase harm in vulnerable communities.

Clinical meets cultural as medical students educate via social media

Clinical meets cultural as medical students educate via social media

A group of Māori and Pasifika medical and health students are using social media to help whānau make sense of their health.

Julian Batchelor in court

Opinion: What I learned from Julian Batchelor’s defamation case against TVNZ

Anti co-governance campaigner Julian Batchelor lost his defamation case against TVNZ. Te Aniwa Hurihanganui, the reporter at the centre of the case, explains why that matters.

One man’s difficult journey to disconnect from 'creepy' tech giants

One man’s difficult journey to disconnect from 'creepy' tech giants

Attempting to disconnect from the likes of Meta, Microsoft and Google isn't easy, Vincent Olsen-Reeder has found.

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Muriwhenua performing at Te Matatini 2025.

Six kapa haka qualify for Te Matatini 2027

Te Taitokerau and Te Whenua Moemoeā regions both held their kapa haka competitions today.

Several bottle shops in Auckland have been caught selling alcohol to minors. (File image/Stuff).

'Profit over people': Communities push back on proposed alcohol reforms

Concerns are growing among health providers and whānau about the Government's proposed alcohol reforms, with warnings they could increase harm in vulnerable communities.

Clinical meets cultural as medical students educate via social media

Clinical meets cultural as medical students educate via social media

A group of Māori and Pasifika medical and health students are using social media to help whānau make sense of their health.

Julian Batchelor in court

Opinion: What I learned from Julian Batchelor’s defamation case against TVNZ

Anti co-governance campaigner Julian Batchelor lost his defamation case against TVNZ. Te Aniwa Hurihanganui, the reporter at the centre of the case, explains why that matters.

One man’s difficult journey to disconnect from 'creepy' tech giants

One man’s difficult journey to disconnect from 'creepy' tech giants

Attempting to disconnect from the likes of Meta, Microsoft and Google isn't easy, Vincent Olsen-Reeder has found.

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Muriwhenua performing at Te Matatini 2025.

Six kapa haka qualify for Te Matatini 2027

Te Taitokerau and Te Whenua Moemoeā regions both held their kapa haka competitions today.

Several bottle shops in Auckland have been caught selling alcohol to minors. (File image/Stuff).

'Profit over people': Communities push back on proposed alcohol reforms

Concerns are growing among health providers and whānau about the Government's proposed alcohol reforms, with warnings they could increase harm in vulnerable communities.

One man’s difficult journey to disconnect from 'creepy' tech giants

One man’s difficult journey to disconnect from 'creepy' tech giants

Attempting to disconnect from the likes of Meta, Microsoft and Google isn't easy, Vincent Olsen-Reeder has found.

Clinical meets cultural as medical students educate via social media

Clinical meets cultural as medical students educate via social media

A group of Māori and Pasifika medical and health students are using social media to help whānau make sense of their health.

Julian Batchelor in court

Opinion: What I learned from Julian Batchelor’s defamation case against TVNZ

Anti co-governance campaigner Julian Batchelor lost his defamation case against TVNZ. Te Aniwa Hurihanganui, the reporter at the centre of the case, explains why that matters.

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One man’s difficult journey to disconnect from 'creepy' tech giants

One man’s difficult journey to disconnect from 'creepy' tech giants

Attempting to disconnect from the likes of Meta, Microsoft and Google isn't easy, Vincent Olsen-Reeder has found.

Muriwhenua performing at Te Matatini 2025.

Six kapa haka qualify for Te Matatini 2027

Te Taitokerau and Te Whenua Moemoeā regions both held their kapa haka competitions today.

Several bottle shops in Auckland have been caught selling alcohol to minors. (File image/Stuff).

'Profit over people': Communities push back on proposed alcohol reforms

Concerns are growing among health providers and whānau about the Government's proposed alcohol reforms, with warnings they could increase harm in vulnerable communities.

Clinical meets cultural as medical students educate via social media

Clinical meets cultural as medical students educate via social media

A group of Māori and Pasifika medical and health students are using social media to help whānau make sense of their health.

Julian Batchelor in court

Opinion: What I learned from Julian Batchelor’s defamation case against TVNZ

Anti co-governance campaigner Julian Batchelor lost his defamation case against TVNZ. Te Aniwa Hurihanganui, the reporter at the centre of the case, explains why that matters.

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Rhiannon Purves

'I can't survive on $55 a week': Benefit cut due to hospital stay

2025’s most read stories: If a person spends more than 13 weeks in hospital, their benefit is automatically cut.

From left: Lawyer Tania Waikato, Te Uru Karaka - Newton Central School student Maia Taare, and Education Minister Erica Stanford.

‘Inequity gaps will widen’ - school stands firm on Treaty commitment

Halls of residence have been a part of the university landscape in New Zealand for a hundred years.

Uni halls were a rite of passage, now they’re a financial headache

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Women warned over meds with high risk for serious birth defects

Trapped overseas: Why some parents can’t move home with their kids

Trapped overseas: Why some parents can’t move home with their kids

How international custody laws mean having a baby overseas with a non-NZ partner can leave people stuck in that country.

Rhiannon Purves

'I can't survive on $55 a week': Benefit cut due to hospital stay

2025’s most read stories: If a person spends more than 13 weeks in hospital, their benefit is automatically cut.

From left: Lawyer Tania Waikato, Te Uru Karaka - Newton Central School student Maia Taare, and Education Minister Erica Stanford.

‘Inequity gaps will widen’ - school stands firm on Treaty commitment

Halls of residence have been a part of the university landscape in New Zealand for a hundred years.

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From left: Jacki Morris’ son Michael, Jacki, son Matthew and husband Grant.

Women warned over meds with high risk for serious birth defects

Natasha Munro Hurn says health workers and patients need more education about gender affirming care. Photo: Zoe Madden-Smith

Govt's puberty blockers decision holding up ‘life or death’ health guidelines

Trapped overseas: Why some parents can’t move home with their kids

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'I can't survive on $55 a week': Benefit cut due to hospital stay

2025’s most read stories: If a person spends more than 13 weeks in hospital, their benefit is automatically cut.

From left: Lawyer Tania Waikato, Te Uru Karaka - Newton Central School student Maia Taare, and Education Minister Erica Stanford.

‘Inequity gaps will widen’ - school stands firm on Treaty commitment

Halls of residence have been a part of the university landscape in New Zealand for a hundred years.

Uni halls were a rite of passage, now they’re a financial headache

From left: Jacki Morris’ son Michael, Jacki, son Matthew and husband Grant.

Women warned over meds with high risk for serious birth defects

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Entertainment

Tolkan died Thursday in Lake Placid, New York, where he lived, his booking agent, John Alcantar, said Saturday.

Top Gun and Back to the Future actor James Tolkan dies

He was known for his roles as a cigar-chomping naval commander in Top Gun and a gruff high school administrator in Back to the Future.

Darrell "Dash" Crofts, centre, and Jim Seals, right, in New York City on May 12, 1975.

Dash Crofts of Seals & Crofts, known for Summer Breeze, dies at 87

Seals & Crofts were part of a wave of million-selling soft-rock bands that included America, Bread and Loggins and Messina.

Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert and son will co-write Lord of the Rings movie

Stars including Miley Cyrus at the premiere of Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special on Monday, March 23, 2026, at El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles.

Hannah Montana reunion draws stars for 20th anniversary special

Chappell Roan arrives at the 68th annual Grammy Awards

Chappell Roan hits back after footballer alleges daughter was mistreated

Tolkan died Thursday in Lake Placid, New York, where he lived, his booking agent, John Alcantar, said Saturday.

Top Gun and Back to the Future actor James Tolkan dies

He was known for his roles as a cigar-chomping naval commander in Top Gun and a gruff high school administrator in Back to the Future.

Darrell "Dash" Crofts, centre, and Jim Seals, right, in New York City on May 12, 1975.

Dash Crofts of Seals & Crofts, known for Summer Breeze, dies at 87

Seals & Crofts were part of a wave of million-selling soft-rock bands that included America, Bread and Loggins and Messina.

Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert and son will co-write Lord of the Rings movie

Stars including Miley Cyrus at the premiere of Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special on Monday, March 23, 2026, at El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles.

Hannah Montana reunion draws stars for 20th anniversary special

Chappell Roan arrives at the 68th annual Grammy Awards

Chappell Roan hits back after footballer alleges daughter was mistreated

Nicholas Brandon starred in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer star Nicholas Brendon dies at 54

Tolkan died Thursday in Lake Placid, New York, where he lived, his booking agent, John Alcantar, said Saturday.

Top Gun and Back to the Future actor James Tolkan dies

He was known for his roles as a cigar-chomping naval commander in Top Gun and a gruff high school administrator in Back to the Future.

Darrell "Dash" Crofts, centre, and Jim Seals, right, in New York City on May 12, 1975.

Dash Crofts of Seals & Crofts, known for Summer Breeze, dies at 87

Seals & Crofts were part of a wave of million-selling soft-rock bands that included America, Bread and Loggins and Messina.

Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert and son will co-write Lord of the Rings movie

Stars including Miley Cyrus at the premiere of Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special on Monday, March 23, 2026, at El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles.

Hannah Montana reunion draws stars for 20th anniversary special

Chappell Roan arrives at the 68th annual Grammy Awards

Chappell Roan hits back after footballer alleges daughter was mistreated

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Environment

Toxic algae at Double Bridges in the Ruamāhanga River

Toxic algae red alerts for Wellington region rivers

Red alert level warnings are in place for some rivers in the Greater Wellington region, the council is urging people to check before visiting rivers.

EVs are back in the spotlight as fuel prices soar.

EVs selling ‘off the boat’ before they even arrive in NZ

Dealers say electric vehicles are being snapped up as Kiwis look for ways to cut fuel costs.

Wellington city views (file image)

Wellington receives funding boost for Predator Free 2050

Conservation Minister Tama Potaka said the next phase of the Government's strategy would shift from smaller projects to targeting predator elimination across larger areas.

A paywave donation trial began at Punakaiki on October 20

Paywave trial piles up $22,000 at Punakaiki pancake rocks

A paywave donations trial by the Department of Conservation in Punakaiki has harvested $22,000 in five months.

The poisoned tarāpuka found in Te Anau.

DOC appealing for information about poisoned protected gulls

Ten tarāpuka died after ingesting a rapid-acting narcotic bird control agent in Te Anau on January 18.

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The poisoned tarāpuka found in Te Anau.

DOC appealing for information about poisoned protected gulls

Ten tarāpuka died after ingesting a rapid-acting narcotic bird control agent in Te Anau on January 18.

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Toxic algae at Double Bridges in the Ruamāhanga River

Toxic algae red alerts for Wellington region rivers

Red alert level warnings are in place for some rivers in the Greater Wellington region, the council is urging people to check before visiting rivers.

EVs are back in the spotlight as fuel prices soar.

EVs selling ‘off the boat’ before they even arrive in NZ

Dealers say electric vehicles are being snapped up as Kiwis look for ways to cut fuel costs.

The poisoned tarāpuka found in Te Anau.

DOC appealing for information about poisoned protected gulls

Ten tarāpuka died after ingesting a rapid-acting narcotic bird control agent in Te Anau on January 18.

Wellington city views (file image)

Wellington receives funding boost for Predator Free 2050

Conservation Minister Tama Potaka said the next phase of the Government's strategy would shift from smaller projects to targeting predator elimination across larger areas.

A paywave donation trial began at Punakaiki on October 20

Paywave trial piles up $22,000 at Punakaiki pancake rocks

A paywave donations trial by the Department of Conservation in Punakaiki has harvested $22,000 in five months.

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The poisoned tarāpuka found in Te Anau.

DOC appealing for information about poisoned protected gulls

Ten tarāpuka died after ingesting a rapid-acting narcotic bird control agent in Te Anau on January 18.

Toxic algae at Double Bridges in the Ruamāhanga River

Toxic algae red alerts for Wellington region rivers

Red alert level warnings are in place for some rivers in the Greater Wellington region, the council is urging people to check before visiting rivers.

EVs are back in the spotlight as fuel prices soar.

EVs selling ‘off the boat’ before they even arrive in NZ

Dealers say electric vehicles are being snapped up as Kiwis look for ways to cut fuel costs.

Wellington city views (file image)

Wellington receives funding boost for Predator Free 2050

Conservation Minister Tama Potaka said the next phase of the Government's strategy would shift from smaller projects to targeting predator elimination across larger areas.

A paywave donation trial began at Punakaiki on October 20

Paywave trial piles up $22,000 at Punakaiki pancake rocks

A paywave donations trial by the Department of Conservation in Punakaiki has harvested $22,000 in five months.

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