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Christmas comes early for fans of speed reductions
NZTA is pumping the brakes and reducing speed limits on several sections of a popular holiday route in time for Christmas. Audio
Auckland team uses umbilical stem cells to treat eye disease
If things went wrong, the stem cells could turn into other cells - like for hair or teeth - instead of eyes. Audio
Business association calls for govt help to deal with crime
Two years on from setting up its own security service a popular Auckland shopping precinct says it has slashed crime in its area but some people are falling through the cracks. Audio
MPs join forces to address social media harm against children
"I have children who went through a life without this, and the fact our kids are going through this is just not acceptable." Audio
'Ridiculous': Man dumps insurance over sea surge assessment
Trevor Taylor's Christchurch home is several kilometres from the sea, but his insurance company has hiked his premiums by 30%.
Sam Ruthe explains how he smashed the 1500m school record
The ease at which he smashed the long-standing record took teenage runner Sam Ruthe by surprise. Audio
'Zero sense': Health agency faces loss of 21 roles by April 2026
The staff cuts will see reductions to emergency management, pandemic preparedness and Māori health. Audio
'Dumbfounded': Cat reunited with owner after 14 years
Paul Myburgh says Mo will be 'spoilt rotten' after their reunion.
NZ swimmer says Southern Hemisphere must unite, eyes maiden medal at LA in 2028
Two-time Olympian Lewis Clareburt says the goal is to create a school of medley swimmers in Melbourne able to rival the best in the US. Audio
What's the best way to shop at IKEA?
Many shoppers are bracing themselves for chaos as IKEA prepares to open the doors of its Auckland store. Audio
Kindergarten staff' 'angry, aggrieved' at play sand asbestos clean up
It could cost hundreds of thousands of dollars to decontaminate one operator's sites.
RSA boss 'gutted' after thieves rip plaques from soldiers' graves
Awarua RSA president Ian Becker said the theft showed a complete lack of respect. Audio
NZTA stands firm on braking system linked to six deaths
The transport agency has assured the minister that the braking system is not unsafe, going against findings in the 2018 death of Graeme Rabbits. Audio
'Outdated, dangerous': MP leads e-scooter rules revamp
E-scooter injuries have reportedly cost ACC almost $14 million in 2025. Audio
Crypto accountant warns investors that tax collector is coming for them
In July last year IRD signalled it was honing in on people dealing crypto who were not declaring their income. Audio
Outrage as local board votes against more Eden Park events
An Auckland business association is infuriated that their local board has voted not to support a plan to boost the number of gigs allowed the stadium. Audio
Biggest source of microplastics in our ocean revealed
It was found broken down tyres were the largest source of microplastics in New Zealand's coastal waters. Audio
Mental health data won't be misused by AI navigation tool - minister
A new AI tool will be a "real game changer in providing faster and real time access to support", says the mental health minister. Audio
'Buyer beware': Consumers warned to stick to simpler toys after asbestos scare
University of Auckland law professor Alex Sims says it is up to retailers and importers to do checks on products, but that doesn't mean it is always being done. Audio
Mum raises privacy concerns over photo clause at Santa event
The owners of Enchanted Christmas say they are now removing the term from their website. Audio
What butting does to the brain: Rams could offer clues to head blows
Rams, which frequently butt heads, will provide Auckland University's centre for brain research a model population to study. Audio
Nearly five million tyres collected in first year of recycle scheme
There are now 86 public collection points around the motu. Audio
'Nothing is gonna change overnight': One in four women abused by a partner
Report shows in Australia and New Zealand, 24.5 percent of women have been sexually or physically abused by a partner. Audio
Kmart sold 67k units of potentially asbestos-laced play sand
The sand is part of a massive recall. Audio
Auckland school returns positive results for asbestos in play sand
Several coloured play sand products have been recalled after tests found a naturally occurring asbestos. Audio