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Scientists make 'extraordinary' discovery about humpback whales in NZ waters
Humpback calves have been spotted as far south as Kaikōura. Audio
Jurassic-sized fuss over new Taupō sculpture
Taupō's latest attraction has been criticised by some, but the town's mayor doesn't want the local arts community to go extinct. Audio
NZ's new cheapest petrol station revealed
For a long time, it was Gull Ātiamuri - but no more. Here's why that's changed. Audio
Haka punishment too extreme, Hipkins says, but Labour unlikely to filibuster
Labour's not keen on a filibuster, while Te Pāti Māori's president says more tikanga Māori should be incorporated in the House. Audio
'Nothing considerable': KiwiRail promises no 'price-gouging' when Aratere retires
The Interislander ferry operator says passengers may need to travel on less popular sailings or be more flexible with dates. Audio
Public consultation opens on Western Springs Stadium's future
Ponsonby Rugby Club faces losing its home at Auckland's Western Springs Stadium if the space becomes the new base for the city's football team Auckland FC. Audio
Waikato man sets out to break land speed record with car built in shed
A Kiwi engineer is on a mission to pass 422km/h. Audio
School's speakers stolen for siren battles
Cars decked out in sirens have been blasting music around Auckland. Audio
Why rising dairy prices are a double-edged sword
The latest Stats NZ figures revealed butter prices are up 65 percent, while milk was up 15 percent and cheese 24 percent. Audio
Te Pāti Māori lawyer slams punishment as 'absolute disgrace'
Judith Collins says the unprecedented suspension of three MPs was not taken lightly, but the party's lawyer says it's simply not appropriate. Audio
Sleepless nights, anger over siren battles on streets
"It creates huge nuisance for thousands of people", including children and the elderly, a local councillor says. Audio
'Obscuring the bigger issue': C-word debate a distraction - academic
Meanwhile, Labour has rejected the idea that it was a poor political judgment to reference a column using the word in Parliament. Audio
NZ ranked last in international alcohol study
New Zealand was found particularly lacking when it came to alcohol marketing and longer-than-average trading hours. Audio
US-China tariff truce provides 'cautious hope' for Kiwi exporters
Local exporters would be hoping for something longer than the 90 day pause in the trade war. Audio
Luxon on the phone with global leaders about Ukraine talks
The prime minister said Russia started the conflict, and it needed to agree to a new ceasefire proposal so negotiations could begin. Audio
Luxon won't say if Ministry for Women consulted on pay equity changes
The PM says advice was received from several officials but he won't say who they represented. Audio
Second firearms registry review unnecessary - police minister
It comes after the ACT Party formally invoked its "agree to disagree" clause in its coalition agreement with National over the firearms registry on Sunday. Audio
Social media ban 'worth it' - Australian politician behind the crackdown
New Zealand will be a "fast follower" because "immense harm" is being done, the Education Minister says. Audio
Intense rain and 'pretty wet day' ahead for North Island
Multiple orange warnings have been issued for the upper North Island, and it is not looking much better down south. Audio
Kiwi Cardinal expects new Pope to speak his mind on social issues
Pope Leo XIV has stood up for helping migrants, equality for women, climate change, John Dew says. Audio
Raglan lifeguard recognised at Parliament for saving life
He received to top award for his rescue of a father trapped in an upturned boat late last year.
'Do you want the government to solve every problem?' - judge slams social media bill
It should be the parents' job to police young people's social media use, an internet law expert says. Audio
