Mount Ruapehu, a volcano in New Zealand, last erupted in 1995-1996. Experts say if it erupts again, ash could cover many homes in North Island, even in places like Auckland. The Natural Hazards Commission is funding a new model by GNS Science. This model will help emergency teams track where ash falls and how much […]

Some Wellington businesses are asking the Government to make workers stop working from home, following Amazon’s lead. They believe this could help improve the economy, which is described as “icy” in a recent Kiwibank report. In Wellington, nearly a quarter of the workforce is made up of public servants, with another 16% working in local […]

Members of the Chinese community in New Zealand are asking the government for a public inquiry into China’s interference in New Zealand and the Pacific. They express feeling unsafe in their own country. The New Zealand Values Alliance, which advocates for democracy among Chinese New Zealanders, sent a letter to the prime minister highlighting serious […]

The week will start calmly, but it will change soon. Most areas will enjoy good weather until Wednesday. However, the MetService warns of wetter and windier conditions later in the week, with low-level snow in the south. On Sunday, MetService recorded around 13,000 lightning strikes before 6am Monday, with about 7,300 happening over land, mainly […]

An investigation found that the Te Oranga Care and Protection Residence in Christchurch was poorly managed and lacked resources when it closed. This closure happened in 2021 after a video showed staff using excessive force on troubled teens. In response to these incidents, Oranga Tamariki CEO Wira Gardiner admitted that the force used against the […]

This year’s Bird of the Year competition is gaining international attention, with the critically endangered Hoiho (Yellow-Eyed Penguin) taking center stage. With only 131 breeding pairs left on New Zealand’s mainland, the Hoiho faces numerous threats from human activity and climate change, making their survival a top priority for conservationists. Hoiho populations have been severely […]

Go Carterton is thrilled to announce the launch of Carterton’s World Space Week, running from Saturday 5 October to Friday 11 October, 2024. As part of the global celebration of World Space Week, this local event promises an exciting lineup of space-themed activities and events that cater to everyone—whether you’re a scientist, educator, space enthusiast, […]

A group of lawyers is asking for an inquiry into whether New Zealand spy agencies are supporting Israel’s actions in Gaza. They wrote to Inspector-General Brendan Horsley, warning that New Zealand could be involved in international crimes. Horsley is considering their request and has said he will look at spying related to conflicts this year. […]

New Zealand’s oldest wine auction, the Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction, is set for its 32nd event this weekend. The auction has raised over $4.5 million for Cranford Hospice and aims to raise even more this year. Winemaker Tony Bish, who has been part of the event for over 25 years, said, “When you live in […]

Many people are taking second jobs to pay their bills. From police officers to IT workers, many are feeling the pressure to find extra earnings. Avinash Kaur Dhaliwal works full-time at an IT company in Auckland but became a marriage celebrant to help with extra costs. She said the money helps with everyday expenses like […]