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The merger of TVNZ and RNZ needs to build trust in public media – 3 things the law change must get right

With only six days left for submissions to the select committee examining the Aotearoa New Zealand Public Media Bill, it is becoming clear this crucial piece of legislation has some significant shortcomings. These will need attention before it passes into law.

The Conversation

Blunt, passionate and sometimes reckless, New Zealand’s newest ambassador has rarely been diplomatic

Freshly appointed envoy to Ireland Trevor Mallard did much good in his time in parliament, but never shied from controversy – sometimes to his cost

The Guardian - AU

Regional Australia is 'crying out' for vets and a scheme pioneered by New Zealand could be the answer

By the end of next year, Bridget Webster will have lived out her dream of becoming a veterinarian. She says a government incentive to move to the regions would give her "a lot of financial freedom".

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Bed taxes and road pricing get green light from Govt review panel

Government advised to give cash-strapped local councils new revenue tools to fix transport and tourism infrastructure and provide a climate change war-chest.

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This week's best-selling books

This week's biggest-selling New Zealand books, as recorded by the Nielsen BookScan New Zealand bestseller list and described by Steve Braunias

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Mixed messages on Xinjiang report from NZ politicians

The Government has called on Beijing to remedy human rights abuses against Uyghur Muslims, while National says we shouldn't wave a "banner of purity".

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Bad economics trumps good environmental outcomes

Whether pumping petrol or fouling streams, sometimes environmental regulations make it just seem easier to go with the flow.

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England’s World Cup squad yet to be finalised, head coach Simon Middleton admits

The Red Roses will head to New Zealand next month as tournament favourites

The Independent UK

Ian Foster backs out-of-form All Blacks to bounce back against Argentina

The Pumas beat the All Blacks for the first time on New Zealand soil in Christchurch last weekend

The Independent UK

Argentina reject favourites tag ahead of All Blacks rematch

The Pumas beat the All Blacks for the first time on New Zealand soil in Christchurch last weekend

The Independent UK

Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Deal Gets Global Scrutiny

Microsoft’s plan to buy video game giant Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion could have major effects on the gaming industry, transforming the Xbox maker into something like a Netflix for video games by giving it control of many more popular titles. But to get to the next level, Microsoft must…

Asharq Al-Awsat

New Zealand house prices continue to plunge, as national average falls below $1m

Downturn is entrenched across the country, but fears that falling prices and rising interest rates will hit borrowers have been played down

The Guardian - AU

NZ opposition downplays UN China report

New Zealand's opposition National party has continued a remarkably soft line towards China following the publication of a major human rights report.

AAP

Never underrate the power of home, says Football Fern

One of our sagest Football Ferns, Hannah Wilkinson can't begin to tally the value of a home FIFA World Cup, poised to play at her fourth pinnacle tournament.

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England to return to Jersey for pre-autumn training camp

England take on Argentina, Japan, New Zealand and then South Africa

AAP

NZ government in super tax backtrack

A policy to streamline tax treatment of New Zealand super providers has been killed after 24 hours when the government realised it would cost Kiwis millions.

The Guardian - AU

Papua New Guinea hopes to have Australia security deal signed by end of year

Country’s foreign minister says China’s interest in the Pacific required a ‘strengthened’ PNG-Australia treaty

The Guardian - AU

Democracies need constant reform to stay strong. New Zealand has the chance to do that

My member’s bill that will look at political donations and expanding voting rights will soon be read in parliament. We need it to pass

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ACT won't 'flight shame' as govt eyes more regional destinations

The Chief Minister said the government was also in discussions with airlines to introduce direct services to New Zealand and other Pacific destinations.

The Conversation

Electric on-demand public transport is making a difference in Auckland – now it needs to roll out further

Earlier this month, New Zealand released a new plan for sustainable public transport to start shunting transport emissions from currently 39% of total domestic carbon dioxide production towards net zero.

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Fuelled or fooled by biofuels?

The Government’s sustainable biofuels mandate will likely have unintended consequences, writes Basil Sharp.

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Violence ignored in immigration changes

The Government moved on changes to work rights for most temporary visa holders despite knowing of the increased domestic violence risk, according to an inquiry into migrant exploitation.

ABC News

Papua New Guinea Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko reveals plans for security agreement with Australia and potentially New Zealand

Australia and Papua New Guinea have strong security links, and while the two countries have never signed a formal treaty, the fact one is being considered may signal a desire to build a deeper defence relationship as China entrenches its power in the Pacific.

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand minister wrapped up in Māori language chocolate bar row

Anti-racism video by Marama Davidson featured chocolate labelled in te reo Māori, breaching rules against product promotion

ABC News

Sussan Ley said no one in the world is making an electric ute. Is that correct?

Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley told Sky News no one in the world is making an electric ute. Is that correct? RMIT ABC Fact Check investigates.

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