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Mark Brown slams New Zealand for its 'patronising approach' over China deal
The Cook Islands prime minister has suggested a double standard after the New Zealand government cut its development assistance to the tune of nearly $20 million.

Iconic Auckland café closing its doors after more than 70 years
A well-known café in Freemans Bay is shutting up shop and has invited customers to come enjoy their “favourite samosa, chai or curry” one last time.

Matariki celebrations in Ruapehu make for a new year's day to remember
Ngati Rangi is reflecting on the "huge honour" of hosting this year's Matariki national holiday ceremony.

Melatonin and medicinal ‘magic mushrooms’ - how can you get them?
What are these newly available drugs, and how can you get your hands on them? Here’s what you need to know.

PM ‘looking forward’ to meeting with China’s president
Christopher Luxon is Beijing for a meeting with Xi Jinping, where economic collaboration and China’s growing influence in the Pacific are likely talking points.

'Dumb decision' to increase Nelson highway speed limit reversed
The 1.8-kilometre stretch of State Highway 6 will remain at 60km/h after a strong community campaign against the government rollback of speed limit reductions.

Candid Chiefs star eyes All Blacks recall after terrible knee injury
An awful moment against the Wallabies that shattered Quinn Tupaea’s test career might be forgotten after hitting top form ahead of the Super Rugby final.

10 winning winter warmers for Matariki weekend
When the days are short and cold a comforting and cosy dinner is just the thing. Here are our picks from RNZ's recipe archive.

Most firms overestimate AI governance as privacy risks surge
Most firms overestimate their AI governance despite rising privacy risks and growing AI-related incidents, with only 17% deploying strong technical controls globally.

Nelson parent’s relief as NZTA keeps lower speed limit
Residents and leaders across Nelson Tasman have welcomed the retention of two lower 60kph speed limits by NZTA.

One person in custody, another hospitalised after apparent stabbing in Hastings
A person was found with “what are believed to be stab wounds” and was taken to hospital in a serious condition, police say.

The delicate dance of user experience and security in the digital age
Businesses can harmonise user experience and cybersecurity through identity and access management, ensuring seamless yet secure digital interactions.

Watch: Messi ‘touched by god’ with wondrous free-kick at Club World Cup
The 37-year-old maestro reminded the world of his class with a vintage winning goal for Inter Miami to beat Porto at the Fifa Club World Cup.

Watch: Dashcam captures near miss after ‘stupid’ overtake on highway
Truck driver Matthew Butterworth said he thought he was “about to watch people die” when a ute overtook him with barely a second to spare.

Cloudflare thwarts record 7.3 Tbps DDoS attack with automation
Cloudflare blocked a record 7.3 Tbps DDoS attack targeting a client, marking the largest ever publicly disclosed, using its fully automated global defence system.

Mark Brown: Cook Islands 'not consulted' on NZ-China agreements
The Cook Islands prime minister has suggested a double standard after the New Zealand government cut its development assistance to the island over a China deal.

Person in a serious condition after possible stabbing, police say
Emergency services were called to 'disorder' at a property in Flaxmere in Hawke's Bay today.

Sony brings climate change education to PlayStation 5 & VR2
Sony launches Climate Station, a free PlayStation 5 and VR2 app using interactive data to educate users on climate change and future scenarios.