Stories from New Zealand
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Cyclist Seriously Injured In Wellington Street Incident
A cyclist was trapped under a car on Wellington Street in central Wellington and has been taken to the hospital with serious injuries. The street was closed following the incident.
Radio Nacional Argentina
New Zealand Importers Must Prove Deforestation-Free Products
New Zealand will require importers to prove their products were not grown on deforested land. Analysis indicates only 48% of Ivory Coast's cocoa meets this standard.
RNZ National
New Zealand Halts Climate Damage Lawsuits
New Zealand is taking steps to prevent lawsuits related to climate change damage. This move comes as researchers warn about the impacts of climate change, such as increased noise pollution in the Arctic affecting wildlife.
Bloomberg Radio
New Zealand Firefighters Calendar Raises $100k for Cancer Research
Female firefighters from New Zealand created a charity calendar that sold out in just over a day, raising $100,000 for breast cancer research.
Road Hazard on SH 1 Auckland
A crash near the Gillies Ave off-ramp has blocked the right southbound lane of State Highway 1 in Auckland. Drivers are advised to expect delays and proceed with caution.
Mastodon
Four Arrested During Cycle Event In New Zealand
Police arrested four people and issued 53 infringement notices during a Sunday cycle event in Henderson, New England. The event involved a large number of participants.
RNZ National
Locust Sighted In Lincoln, New Zealand
A migratory locust, identified as a widespread cosmopolitan species native to New Zealand, was sighted in Lincoln on May 12, 2026, at 2:30 PM. The sighting was reported by William Harland.
Mastodon
New Zealanders Seek Investment Growth For Future Wealth
Many New Zealanders are interested in investment tracking to build future wealth, with some seeking to teach their children about money management and KiwiSaver. Online risk profiling tools are available to assess investment suitability.
RNZ National
New Zealand Police Investigate Footballer Incident
New Zealand Police are investigating an alleged incident involving a footballer from the Cape Verde national team during the FIFA Series in Auckland in March. The investigation is ongoing.
Mastodon
New Zealand Rugby League Welcomes Andrea Nelson
Andrea Nelson has returned to New Zealand Rugby League, becoming only the second woman to lead the organization. She aims to capitalize on a opportunity within the sport.
Bluesky Social