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Can NZ’s new T20 cricket franchise attract the dollars, players and fans it will need?

New Zealand Cricket’s decision to support “in principle” the development of a T20 franchise competition represents a major shift in governance and funding for the summer game. But it’s not clear whether the tensions behind that decision have been resolved.

The Conversation

Ex-FIA vice-president and WRC figure Morrie Chandler dies aged 85

New Zealander helped shape the championship’s global presence across a five-decade career

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Former FIA vice president and WRC boss Morrie Chandler dies at 85

Chandler helped shape the WRC and global motorsport across a career spanning more than five decades

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Nations Championship fixtures, schedule and dates

Everything you need to know ahead of the inaugural edition of the competition

The Independent UK

Will a new border deal with the US open a backdoor into Kiwis’ personal data?

Anyone who has recently travelled to the United States will be familiar with biometric checks – facial and fingerprint scans – used at the border.

The Conversation

Dolphins, stingers and ‘salt tongue’: an epic ocean swim around New Zealand’s east coast

Jono Ridler has battled loneliness and fatigue as he aims to break the record for the longest unassisted staged swim – and raise awareness about fragile marine life

The Guardian - AU

Distant conflict, local crisis: is this oil shock the wake-up call NZ needed?

In recent years, there has been no shortage of warnings about the fragility of New Zealand’s largely imported fuel supply.

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Driving in the wrong direction: why NZ’s oil consumption is at a 5-year high

New Zealand’s latest quarterly energy report shows electricity production was above 90% renewable and emissions from generation fell to the lowest level on record.

The Conversation

Is It Safe to Travel Outside the UK? Foreign Office Issues Travel Warnings

The UK government has issued urgent travel warnings due to Middle East tensions, causing global flight disruptions. Learn how this affects international travel.

International Business Times UK

Cricket’s Tetris calendar is a recipe for player burnout and fan apathy

T20 series between South Africa and New Zealand highlights schedule that is increasingly hard to keep up with

The Guardian - UK

More young people want to vote in New Zealand’s Māori electorates. What are they and how do they work?

Growing numbers of young voters are signing up to the Māori electoral roll as debate flares over the need for dedicated seats ahead of November’s election

The Guardian - AU

The price of meth has been plunging in NZ. Are Mexican cartels driving the drop?

Methamphetamine has become dramatically cheaper over the past seven years, even as authorities report record seizures, according to the latest New Zealand Drug Trends Survey.

The Conversation

New Caledonia World Cup 2026 squad: Johann Sidaner's latest selection ahead of the World Cup qualifying inter-confederation play-offs

The prospective New Caledonia World Cup 2026 squad face Jamaica, with the winner taking on DR Congo for a finals spot

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Meet the Kakapo, the world’s heaviest parrot that cannot fly

It may sound strange, but there exists a flying bird which cannot fly. The kakapo, a rare species of bird found only in New Zealand, is known to be the heaviest parrot in the world. This species of bird is one of the few species of parrots which have completely…

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The Guardian - UK

Fiji and the beautiful south reveal rugby’s soul but northern money talks loudest

Southern hemisphere players are integral to the global game but the financial clout of Europe remains dominant

The Independent UK

New Zealand to provide money to 150,000 families to help with petrol prices

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New Zealand to give cash payments to some families as US-Iran war deepens fuel crisis

Just 47 days of combined petrol, diesel and jet fuel stocks left in New Zealand

The Independent UK

Tonga struck by massive 7.6-magnitude earthquake as New Zealand monitors tsunami threat

New Zealand says tsunami wave would take at least two hours to reach if confirmed

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Soaring fuel costs prompt New Zealand subsidy

About 150,000 New Zealand families will receive a $50 weekly rebate as the government looks to offset the soaring cost of fuel.

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand to give cash payments to some low income families as global fuel crisis worsens

Policy begins on 1 April and is aimed to ease financial pressure as the price of fuel surges due to conflict in the Middle East

The Conversation

How and why NZ could be drawn into the Iran war – and the high stakes involved

After three weeks of war in the Middle East, it is increasingly hard to predict what might happen next. But the prospect of a prolonged conflict has obvious and serious implications for New Zealand.

The Conversation

What the coming El Niño climate pattern means for NZ in a warming world

After the planet’s 11 hottest years on record, scientists are warning the return of an El Niño climate pattern could push global temperatures even higher.

The Conversation

Hospital audit finds siblings of children with serious conditions are overlooked, lack support

Imagine spending years living on the edge of your family’s story.

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How Australian and New Zealand Players Are Choosing Online Casinos in 2025: A Practical Guide

Online gambling has become a mainstream leisure activity across Australia and New Zealand. With hundreds of platforms available, players in both countries have grown considerably more discerning about where they choose to play — and what separates a quality experience from a frustrating one.

The Independent UK

Red Roses to host New Zealand, Canada and Australia in WXV Global Series

A rematch of the World Cup final will take place at Exeter’s Sandy Park

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