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New Zealand news and coverage
Everything ForecastGeo has ingested that places a story in New Zealand — 672 articles from 32 publishers.
What the reports say
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Early voting has begun for the general election in Aotearoa New Zealand, which uses MMP, mixed member proportional representation, allowing voters to cast a party vote and a local electorate vote.
Source: New Zealand election: Where political parties stand on Pasifika issues (RNZ)
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The Reserve Bank (RBNZ) decided to keep its benchmark interest rate at 2.75 percent in a split decision, despite expectations of a rise.
Source: Reserve Bank holds OCR at 2.75% in split decision (RNZ)
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Toys containing sand will soon be required to be tested for asbestos before they can be sold in New Zealand.
Source: Sand-related toys will need to be tested for asbestos before being sold in New Zealand (RNZ)
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India A was bowled out for 113 in their unofficial Test against New Zealand A during India's all-format tour of New Zealand.
Source: KL Rahul, Jurel fail as India A bundled out for 113 in 1st unofficial Test (India Today)
Written by gemma-4-E4B-it-qat-UD-Q4_K_XL at 2026-10-28 07:04 UTC. Each bullet restates one of the articles below and links to it; bullets that did not cite a real article were discarded.
Every story
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Bombay HC halts Goa Scheduled Tribe population estimate for Assembly quota
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Virat Kohli sparks airport frenzy in Auckland upon arrival for New Zealand ODIs
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'Do I belong here?': Kiwi Indians respond to spike in hostility
Watch: RNZ video special 'When Home Feels Hostile' goes inside the communities hit by a spike in violent threats, political attacks and hateful comments.
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NZ-trained pilot attacked by copilot given UAE honour
Smit Machchhar, who survived an axe attack by his copilot, and his crew have been awarded the First Class Order of Zayed II.
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'Corridor caring from day one': New Taranaki ED still overwhelmed by patients
An ED nurse says the department has been under pressure from day one, and was "blown away" by how the improvements were described by the government at the time of opening.
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Shubman Gill flaunts Temple wearable in India training ahead of New Zealand ODIs
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New Zealand dealt double blow as pace duo ruled out of T20I series vs India
New Zealand dealt double blow as pace duo ruled out of TI series vs India
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Hollywood actor Cliff Curtis pleads guilty to drink-driving charges
Curtis was charged with reckless driving and driving with excess blood alcohol causing injury after a crash in September.
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Musicians unite across cultures amid rising racial tensions
Musicians unite jazz, Carnatic, Māori and Chinese traditions in an Auckland concert celebrating cultural diversity through music.
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Cost of claims for weather events more than doubles for many insurers
Vero says weather-related natural hazard claims had jumped to $185 million in the year to 30 June which was well over double the previous year, when few major weather events occurred and claims…
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Took semester break, stayed close: Janhvi on Shikhar's support after Sridevi's death
Took semester break stayed close Janhvi on Shikhars support after Sridevis death
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Haka in Bihar: New Zealand U20 team steals show in U20 rugby sevens series
Haka in Bihar New Zealand U team steals show in U rugby sevens series
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Reserve Bank holds OCR at 2.75% in split decision
The central bank had been widely tipped to lift the OCR, in what would have been a rare move for election season.
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South Auckland cocaine haul: Police discover $40m worth of cocaine
More than 130kg of cocaine, two pistols and ammunition were found inside a shipping container.
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'Brings the worst out of us’: Ex-cricketer on trolling after Ind's NZ demolition
Aakash Chopra found himself the target of social media trolls after his prediction for India's chase in Wellington. With a witty tone, he clarified that he was referring to a 10-over target, which he…
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Sand-related toys will need to be tested for asbestos before being sold in New Zealand
Parents and caregivers should be able to feel confident that the products they buy for their children are safe," the Commerce Commission says.
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Cost is not the only reason people buy illicit tobacco – for some, it’s an act of defiance
Jacob Skowronek/Unsplash, CC BY-SA Recent estimates suggest illicit tobacco now accounts for between 50% and 60% of tobacco consumed in Australia. Rapid growth in the Australian illicit tobacco market…
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‘I thought my career was over’: Padikkal on toughest phase ahead of NZ Tests
As he prepares for the Test series versus New Zealand, Devdutt Padikkal reflects on his journey in cricket. He stresses the need for adaptability in adverse weather conditions and the value of video…
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Waiouru fire spreads over 3800ha, South Island blaze contained
MetService says the strong winds that have been fanning the wildfires are set to ease.
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Strong winds forecast to ease, cold weather and 'yo-yo temperatures' on way
Strong north-westerlies were still battering parts of the country early on Tuesday with Wellington airport recording 113 km/hr winds before dawn.
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New Zealand election: Where political parties stand on Pasifika issues
RNZ Pacific asked the main political parties on where they stand on key issues relating to Pasifika voters in Aotearoa. Find out what they said.
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KL Rahul, Jurel fail as India A bundled out for 113 in 1st unofficial Test
KL Rahul Jurel fail as India A bundled out for in st unofficial Test
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Five ducks, 113 all out! India A batters suffer horror show against New Zealand A
On a grass-covered pitch offering assistance to the fast bowlers, the Dhruv Jurel-led side had no answers to New Zealand A's disciplined attack. Five Indian batters failed to score a single run, while…
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'Running as usual': The NZ response to the cyber emergency forcing shutdowns overseas
Spy agencies GCSB and SIS both told RNZ their websites were up and running as usual.
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Wellington social housing sale: Living there 'changed my life' councillor says
A Wellington councillor says living in a block of social houses at the centre of a controversial sale changed the course of his life and allowed him to reach his potential.
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Jason Momoa buys Sam Neill's former 4.92-hectare NZ estate for NZ$15m
Jason Momoa has recently acquired a significant property in Queenstown, New Zealand for NZ$15 million. The estate, formerly owned by Sir Sam Neill, demonstrates the increasing interest in the local…
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Asia-Pacific AI agent market to surge 14-fold to US$11.2 billion by 2030, Omdia says
The artificial intelligence agent software market across Asia, Australia and New Zealand is set to expand more than 14-fold by 2030, according to research firm Omdia, as Chinese tech companies…
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More funding needed for GPs in areas of high deprivation, researchers say
A study of more than 4700 patients at a Porirua practice found a quarter had been diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes.
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'We've got to do things differently': Goldsmith makes his plea at lively Epsom debate
The veteran National candidate is ranked sixth on his party's list, and that might not be enough to save him.
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Brooklyn Jenkins sentenced for Whangārei murder of brother, Kyle Jenkins
Brooklyn Jenkins claimed his brother asked to be shot and he did it with no further thought.
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Israel's relationship with Pacific is 'biblical, ageless, real', Fijian deputy PM says
A Fijian deputy prime minister says the "entire Pacific Islands" identifies with Israel in response to it being accepted into the Pacific Islands Forum as a development partner.
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Warning for NZ as websites go dark around world in security scare
The National Cyber Security Centre encouraged local organisations to apply the recommended fix as soon as possible.
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Christopher Luxon fronts up to Bay of Plenty residents
The National leader, alongside senior candidates and East Coast candidate Dana Kirkpatrick, toured the region's rural heartland, stopping into Pongakawa, Edgecombe and Whakatāne.
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'Serious questions to answer': Labour slams Luxon over Israel's Pacific Islands Forum move
The Israeli Foreign Ministry announced on Wednesday that Israel has joined the region’s main political decision-making institution - the Pacific Islands Forum - as a partner.
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Christchurch school to deliver own lunch programme after mouldy meal saga
Haeata Community Campus has been granted an exemption under the healthy school lunches programme after campaigning to ditch the centralised catering model.
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Jobs cuts confirmed for Archives NZ and National Library
The restructure will cut more than 11 percent of the workforce.
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Lily Allen cancels her only New Zealand show
The British singer is unwell and Frontier Touring say she is "absolutely gutted to cancel tonight's show".
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Morning Report Health Debate: Labour would keep coalition targets, National claims things 'heading in right direction'
Labour has also admitted some of its free GP visits could be with nurse practitioners, while National had admitted it has much to do.
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Man arrested after parachuting off two Auckland buildings
A base jumper who got stuck on the side of an Auckland hotel by his parachute has been arrested and is set to appear in court.
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Streaming guide JustWatch becomes a streamer itself
JustWatch, the popular streaming search guide used by 50 million people, is launching its own streaming service, offering free, ad-supported movies and shows alongside a $3.99-per-month ad-free tier…