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Resources Minister Shane Jones says he is considering options to support gas exploration, but "no...

Govt 'considering' underwriting oil and gas exploration

The oil and gas lobby has asked the government to underwrite the risk of fossil fuel exploration, with the taxpayer potentially taking "some or all" of the risk if new gas supplies fail to eventuate.

Complaint laid after fast-track info delayed

Minister for Infrastructure Chris Bishop. Image: RNZ

Complaint laid after fast-track info delayed

A delay in releasing information about fast-track projects has prompted a complaint to the Ombudsman.

Temps to exceed 30 degrees in parts of NZ this week

Temps to exceed 30 degrees in parts of NZ this week

The start of summer is forecast to be very warm for many areas of the country, with some places topping 30 degrees this coming week.

Review of fatal Loafers Lodge fire still can't be released

Five men died in the fire at Wellington's Loafers Lodge. Photo: RNZ/Angus Dreaver

Review of fatal Loafers Lodge fire still can't be released

Fire and Emergency says the review might prejudice the trial of a man accused of murdering five people in the blaze.

Track to Cathedral Cove open after two years

Cathedral Cove is known for its natural rock arch. Photo: supplied

Track to Cathedral Cove open after two years

Access to a popular Coromandel beach has re-opened in time for summer after almost two years of repairs.

Call for children to have advocate in break-ups

Call for children to have advocate in break-ups

The difference between a stable home and being in crisis can be as simple as the loss of a job or relationship break-up, Otago University's Mark Henaghan says.

Pharmac funding several new medicines

Funding is now available for cancer drugs, ADHD medication and a tablet for chronic heart failure.

Mahuta ready to be back in politics

Nanaia Mahuta was honoured at the Labour Party conference with a life membership. Photo: RNZ

Mahuta ready to be back in politics

Former Labour minister and Hauraki-Waikato MP Nanaia Mahuta says it is an "important" and "exciting" time to be "re-entering" politics.

Four injured after jetboat flips on Rakaia

Emergency services were called to the river area near Double Hill last night. Photo: Wikimedia...

Four injured after jetboat flips on Rakaia

Four people have been flown to hospital after a jetboat flipped on Canterbury's Rakaia River.

Hipkins pledges 'full rebuild' of Dunedin hospital

Piles have been driven on the site of the new Dunedin hospital inpatients building. The hospital...

Hipkins pledges 'full rebuild' of Dunedin hospital

Labour leader Chris Hipkins has pledged to complete the new Dunedin hospital if his party is elected in 2026.

Niwa: ‘Sound understanding’ of MetService operations

The National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research plans to cut up to 90 positions. Photo: RNZ

Niwa: ‘Sound understanding’ of MetService operations

NIWA wanted to acquire competitor MetService because it had a "sound understanding" of the way it operated, a Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment report says.

Labour expected to take strong stance on Treaty Bill: Hipkins

The party's annual conference is taking place in Christchurch this weekend. Photo: RNZ

Labour expected to take strong stance on Treaty Bill: Hipkins

Labour is focusing on issues affecting working Kiwis, including jobs, healthcare and education, as well as the Treaty Principles Bill, leader Chris Hipkins says.

‘Tremendous effort’: ECan clears consents backlog

Environment Canterbury has made headlines in recent months as it struggled with processing...

‘Tremendous effort’: ECan clears consents backlog

Environment Canterbury says it has finished processing its backlog of consents, some dating back to 2002.

Change needed to win election: Labour leader

Change needed to win election: Labour leader

Labour leader Chris Hipkins is calling on his party to change in order to win the next election.

Summer on the way, says Niwa

Summer officially starts on Sunday, and while some might think the weather to match it has not yet arrived, Niwa is making assurances that it is indeed on the way.

Broadcaster's cameras stolen from Hagley Oval

The first test is being played at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Photo: Getty Images

Broadcaster's cameras stolen from Hagley Oval

Two cameras have been stolen from international broadcaster TalkSport at Christchurch's Hagley Oval.

Ex-mayor wins parking ticket fight

Dame Kerry Prendergast was ticketed after parking in an area that was not officially designated...

Ex-mayor wins parking ticket fight

Former Wellington mayor Dame Kerry Prendergast has won a fight with her former council over a $40 parking ticket.

Nikki Kaye's father dies days after former MP

Peter Kaye, the father of former MP Nikki Kaye, has died. Photo: Supplied via RNZ

Nikki Kaye's father dies days after former MP

Peter Kaye, the father of former MP Nikki Kaye, has died just days after his daughter.

Police raise alarm over 'Grinches' stealing parcels

People are warned to be on the lookout for parcel thefts this holiday season. Photo: Getty Images

Police raise alarm over 'Grinches' stealing parcels

It's the start of the silly season, but some sneaky suspects are stealing Christmas joy before it even happens, with parcel thefts on the rise.

Privatising health care 'not my overt policy' - Reti

Health Minister Dr Shane Reti. Photo: RNZ

Privatising health care 'not my overt policy' - Reti

Health Minister Shane Reti has told senior doctors and dentists he wants to work more closely with the private sector to cut waiting lists - but insists that is not a step towards privatisation.

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