
In the Wake of a Pandemic Tide: Papers, Promises, and a Quiet Unraveling in Wellington
A Wellington tax agent, now bankrupt, is accused of forging Covid-19 support claims, with the case currently before the court.

A Wellington tax agent, now bankrupt, is accused of forging Covid-19 support claims, with the case currently before the court.

The Tertiary Education Commission warns funding may not keep pace with rising domestic enrolments, potentially straining institutions and resources.

The UK signals readiness to seize Russian shadow fleet ships, marking a stronger stance on sanctions enforcement and maritime oversight.

Dunedin motorists faced long motorway tailbacks for a second day, with roadworks and congestion causing significant delays during peak hours.

Corrections has ended its contract with Pūwhakamua after serious sexual allegations, with investigations ongoing and alternative reintegration support being arranged.

Trump suggested Iran avoids negotiations out of fear of internal unrest, offering a perspective that shifts focus from geopolitics to domestic pressures, while raising broader questions about diplomacy and perception.

Pāpāmoa East Interchange will open by Easter, expected to cut travel times and improve connectivity, with tolling decisions still pending.

John Tekuru, previously convicted in a Rotorua child abduction case, has been returned to custody after allegedly breaching his release conditions.

Sarah Mullally becomes Archbishop of Canterbury, seen as a steady leader to guide the Church of England through internal challenges and a changing global landscape.

Rising rhetoric between the U.S. and Iran signals mounting tension, where ultimatums and warnings risk narrowing paths to diplomacy while raising concerns over regional stability.

Lincoln University announces the reduction of 40 fulltime equivalent jobs, initiating a restructuring process while supporting affected staff.

A man has died in police custody, prompting multiple investigations as authorities work to determine the circumstances.

Three players share a $1m Lotto prize as Powerball rolls over, pushing the jackpot to $25m for the next draw.

Iran suggests the U.S. is “negotiating with itself,” highlighting perceived inconsistencies in Washington’s diplomatic messaging and the fragile nature of trust between both nations.

On day 26 of the conflict, Iran rejects a U.S. 15-point plan, as fighting continues and diplomatic efforts remain unresolved across the Middle East.

Alfred Ngaro has joined New Zealand First, becoming part of a broader pattern of politicians changing party affiliation.

Search efforts continue for a missing French national, with authorities urging the public to come forward with any information.

A Christchurch cancer drug campaigner has died at 45, remembered for her advocacy to improve access to treatment.

The Philippines declares an energy emergency as tensions linked to Iran raise concerns of supply disruption, highlighting broader risks of an energy crisis across Asia.

A publicly funded agency has secured $114m investment but created 69 of 500 target jobs at the halfway stage.

Analysts see two possibilities behind Trump’s negotiation claim on Iran—strategic signaling or response to pressure—both suggesting a constrained geopolitical position.

A man barricaded himself in a car following an armed carjacking in Auckland, prompting a police response and ongoing investigation.

Firefighters have extinguished a large blaze at a car wrecking yard in Upper Hutt, with investigations into the cause expected.

Italy’s opposition sees an opportunity to challenge Giorgia Meloni but struggles with fragmentation, lacking a unifying leader and clear political strategy.