The Latest Breaking News from New Zealand

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, September 22: We look at reactions from the world papers to Russian President Vladimir Putin's threats and calls for a partial mobilisation of reservist troops in the war against Ukraine. In other news, New Zealand lawmakers seek to make government jargon illegal by law. Finally,…

Wales Women head coach Ioan Cunningham has named his 32-player squad to head to the World Cup in New Zealand

A strong performance in the 2021-2022 financial year prompts the New Zealand owners of dairy giant Fonterra to back away from potentially selling its Australian business, with profits expected to continue increasing.

New Zealand dairy behemoth Fonterra has announced it will retain all of Australian assets off the back of promising profits, quelling fears of a sell-off.

Australia and New Zealand condemned Russian President Vladimir Putin's escalation of the war in Ukraine, saying his threats to use nuclear weapons to defend Russia were "unthinkable" and exposed his justification for the war as untrue.

Legislation will require government communications to be clear and concise, but opposition says monitoring will add more bureaucracy

Sam Whitelock will lead the All Blacks against the Wallabies at Eden Park as New Zealand gun for the Rugby Championship title.

Former London firefighter stung for over £100,000 after being conned in New Zealand

Former Opal and WNBA star Tully Bevilaqua wants to help build something from the ground up in New Zealand's new-look Women's National Basketball League.

Industrious and talented, Olivia Corrin has represented NZ in multiple sports, but she's found her true calling in surf lifesaving as a Black Fin and Ironwoman.

The Red Roses are favourites for the tournament in New Zealand