Stories from Wellington · New Zealand

A tremor was felt by more than 2,000 people, according to the government seismology website Geonet. Most reports originated from the Wellington region. Some residents at the top of the South Island also reported feeling the earthquake.

RNZ National reported on the Royal Regiment of New Zealand Artillery band, which has been playing continuously since 1860. John Knowles, a former leader of the band and member since the 1970s, was a guest on Culture 101 reflecting on 160 years of tradition, uniform, and music.

New Zealand plans to adopt independent testing and compliance certifications similar to those used in Australia.

A minor earthquake with a magnitude of 2.9 was registered in New Zealand. The tremor occurred near Hastings. A minor earthquake measuring 2.8 on the Richter scale has been registered in New Mexico. Two separate earthquakes have been registered in New Zealand.

A spokesperson urged the New Zealand government to reject a US proposal for military engagement, describing it as an illegal war.

Violent crime victimization rates have increased among Pacific Islanders in Aotearoa over the last two years. Employment, food insecurity, and incarceration have also significantly risen within this demographic.

Save the Children has inaugurated a new classroom built using a cost-effective and climate-friendly mode of construction. The classroom is designed for replication throughout the Pacific region.

In 1893, New Zealand became the first country in the world to grant universal suffrage to women. Suffragist Kate Sheppard collected signatures for a petition on women's voting rights.

A free trade agreement between New Zealand and India will eliminate and reduce tariffs on 95 percent of current exports to India. A new trade deal between New Zealand and India will diversify trade and create more opportunities for New Zealanders.

Warriors coach Andrew Webster stated that the moment a team switches off is the moment they can be beaten. He acknowledged that even teams with incomplete lineups can pose a threat.