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PM vows quick answers after yielding to Bondi inquiry

Anthony Albanese has unveiled a royal commission into anti-Semitism and social cohesion following weeks of pressure after the Bondi massacre.

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After more than a decade of tragedy, Christchurch emerges as New Zealand’s most ‘vibrant city’

Christchurch now at the centre of the country’s fastest-growing region as lower house prices, job prospects and thriving cultural scene entice people to the city

The Guardian - AU

Christchurch Signs Amuses 'Slightly Haunted But Manageable,' Absurd Art Makes People Stop And Think

Six absurdist and humorous signs have been planted around Christchurch in New Zealand, which is a combination of art and social commentary. The artist? It's Cameron Hunt.

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‘Slightly haunted but manageable’: new signs cause confusion – and delight – in Christchurch

Six absurdist signs resembling official city council information boards have popped up across New Zealand’s second-largest city

The Guardian - AU

Retirement home operator finally cashflow positive

Christchurch-based Ryman Healthcare's business has stabilised, the dual-listed retirement village operator's chief executive says.

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Breakers go cold late as 36ers grind out road win

The New Zealand Breakers looked set to take Adelaide's scalp, before a six-minute scoring drought in the final quarter cost the hosts in Christchurch.

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New Zealand vs England: Harry Brook and Phil Salt power tourists to dominant T20 win

England take 1-0 lead in three-match series in Christchurch after first match was abandoned due to rain

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Sam Curran thankful for ‘reset’ after regaining his England place

The all-rounder impressed in Christchurch.

The Independent UK

New Zealand v England: first men’s T20 cricket international hit by rain – as it happened

Rain washes out the first match of the series at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch

The Guardian - UK

Remains found in field identified as missing murdered woman

Julie Buckley was last seen alive in January

The Independent UK

Kate Sheppard’s kitchen: an old recipe sheds new light on the feminist pioneer’s life

Political and social reformer Kate Sheppard is famous for leading the campaign that saw New Zealand women become first in the world to gain the right to vote on September 19 1893. We don’t normally think of her as a cook.

The Conversation

NZ Soldier Sentenced To Two Years' Detention For Attempted Espionage

A military court sentenced a New Zealand soldier on Wednesday to two years' detention for attempting to spy for a foreign power.

International Business Times

New Zealand soldier admits attempted espionage in country's first such conviction

The soldier came to law enforcement attention as part of an operation after a 2019 terrorist attack on two mosques in Christchurch, when a white supremacist opened fire on Muslim worshipers, killing 51.

Euronews

Christchurch to stage Super Round in stadium opener

Rugby's Super Round will return and officially launch Christchurch's new, 25,000-seat roofed stadium in a three-day event that spans Anzac Day.

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Australia is too often a leader in conspiracy thinking – from Port Arthur ‘trutherism’ to Christchurch

The Australian government officially categorised the white supremacist Terrorgram Collective as a terrorist organisation last month – after it was linked to an alleged plot to kill a New South Wales Labor MP. A decentralised network, Terrogram mostly operates on the messaging app Telegram.

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Local council leader hopes to cancel Bournemouth date of Marilyn Manson UK tour due to sexual misconduct allegations

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole’s Millie Earl wants to “reinforce the message that violence against women and girls isn’t something that’s acceptable in our community”

The Guardian - AU

Remote and accessible: cycling New Zealand’s West Coast Wilderness Trail

Cyclists of varying abilities can tackle the 133km track, which hugs glacial rivers, pebbly beaches and mossy forests

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Coach gives Reds the Kiss of life after sorry Super bow

The despondent Queensland Reds are licking their wounds after crashing out of the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals for a fourth straight season.

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Kiss goodbye to doubts about safety of betting on Reds

History suggests the Queensland Reds don't stand a chance in Christchurch, but coach Les Kiss has seen evidence to suggest they can upset the Crusaders.

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Wallabies captain firms for Reds' tall finals task

A pair of key Reds showed positive signs at training ahead of a Super Rugby quarter-final against the Crusaders in Christchurch.

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Incredible auroras delight stargazers in New Zealand | Space photo of the day for June 2, 2025

Aurora Australisa, or the "southern lights" was on full display on June 1, 2025, as spectators outside Christchurch, New Zealand witnessed firsthand.

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Supercars clutch New Zealand double-header for 2026

Supercars are tapping into New Zealand's motorsport fan base, with the Australian touring car category hosting a double-header across the Tasman in 2026.

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Crooks, culture first order of business for new top cop

A veteran cop who oversaw the police response to the Christchurch massacre has laid down his vision for combating crime as the head of an embattled state force.

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Knights 'down on confidence' after fifth-straight loss

Newcastle's attacking woes continued as they suffered a fifth consecutive NRL loss, this time falling to the in-form Warriors in Christchurch.

The Conversation

New satellite data shows NZ’s major cities are sinking – meaning rising seas will affect them sooner

Rising seas are already affecting coastal communities in Aotearoa New Zealand. On a global average, the sea level is now 18 centimetres higher than it was in 1900, and the annual rate of increase has been accelerating to currently 4.4 millimetres per year.

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