Politics
2024 in review: A challenging year for NZ's Chinese community
High-profile criminal cases and concerns about public safety overshadow a parliamentary milestone and some success in expanding business operations.
2024 in review: A year of milestones for the Indian community in New Zealand
The Indian community overtook the Chinese population to become the third-largest ethnic group in New Zealand.
NZ appoints new ambassador to China
Jonathan Austin's appointment comes at a crucial time for the country's relationship with China.
Parliamentary petition calls for inquiry into Chinese interference
A pro-democracy group has delivered a petition to Parliament that calls on the government to launch an inquiry into foreign interference in New Zealand.
Gaetz will no longer head Justice Department in Trump's cabinet
Gaetz - who resigned from congress to take on the Attorney General role - has been under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct and said the controversy around his nomination had become too much… Audio
Waimakariri mayor commits to keeping rates rise below 5%
Waimakariri mayor Dan Gordon says he plans to keep to the council's Long Term Plan commitment to keep next year's rates rise below 5 percent.
NZSIS confirms engagement with Chinese New Zealanders to protect national security
Agency seeks to dissuade individuals from engaging in activities that are not in line with the country's security interests.
Chinese Embassy rejects SIS report on interference
The embassy denies China is a competitor or a threat to New Zealand.
ACT wants police recruits to have wider religious options when taking oaths
Indian-origin ACT MP Parmjeet Parmar says asking graduates to choose between taking an oath of allegiance or an affirmation is out of step with a modern, multicultural police force.
Indian president calls for deeper education ties with NZ
Droupadi Murmu completes the Wellington leg of her three-day trip to New Zealand with a jam-packed schedule of official engagements. Video
Indian president lands in Auckland for a three-day state visit
India's head of state has official engagements scheduled in Wellington and Auckland.
Indian rich-listers side with National in 2023 donations
The National Party received the lion's share of donations from Kiwi Indians as the country geared up for the 2023 election, according to Electoral Commission data for 2023.
Māori Wards Bill back in the House
After receiving over 10,000 submissions in just five days, legislation relating to Māori wards returned from committee this week.
Who is Kai Trump, Donald Trump's oldest grandchild?
Aspiring golfer Kai Trump is her grandpa's biggest fan. What else do we know about her?
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 15 July 2024
On today's episode, we cross to Washington DC for the latest on the attempt to assassinate former President Trump. Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston discusses a new… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 2 July 2024
On today's episode, the government is pressing ahead with legislation that will force tech giants to pay for the news content they use. General practice owners say telehealth consults are becoming… Audio
Tense scenes outside Chinese premier's Auckland hotel
Both supporters and protestors showed up at Chinese premier Li Qiang's accommodation on Friday.
Vanuatu votes in favour of constitutional change
It follows a slew of motions for votes of no confidence and three changes of government in 2023. Audio
Tuku Morgan on why he's so fired up
Waikato-Tainui leader Tuku Morgan tells Guyon why he's so fired about the backlash against te reo, how young Māori have the power to change the future and why he's not sorry about that underwear… Video, Audio