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Car crashes through Auckland restaurant while people inside

A local delivery driver, said the car must've been doing about 180 to 200 kilometres per hour.

RNZ · 17 min ago

Advocacy group warns proposed US Census changes could deepen inequalities in Pacific territories

Right to Democracy is urging the US Census Bureau to withdraw the proposals, warning they could further marginalise communities in American territories.

RNZ · 28 min ago

From 15-minute drones to instant kill chains: What does NZ's future army look like?

Analysis: A new NZDF report shows just how far warfare has come in a relatively short time.

RNZ · 48 min ago

Coups, complaints, camaraderie: What it's like running a community Facebook page

Facebook community admins often have to referee big issues with thousands of neighbours watching.

RNZ · 57 min ago

'Shared values' see Pacific Forum increase partnerships with Middle East countries

The Pacific Forum's chairman and secretary-general are in the Middle East to lobby for investment in the Pacific's Resilience Facility.

RNZ · 1 hr ago

Fiji MP says 'either way' constitution vote will see her lose her job

A Fijian Cabinet minister says no matter how she votes on the government's constitutional amendments, she'll almost certainly lose her job.

RNZ · 1 hr ago

Pacific warns of debt pressure as Commonwealth looks to strengthen climate finance

The Commonwealth has committed to strengthening climate finance, as Pacific Islands call for urgent action at Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.

RNZ · 1 hr ago

Otago University researcher receives 2027 Fleming Prize

Dr Jemma Geoghegan receives 2027 Fleming Prize for her world-leading work during the Covid-19 pandemic.

RNZ · 2 hrs ago

Kaikohe's long-awaited community hub and library opens its doors

After many changes and permutations, the complex has finally opened - 15 years after it was first proposed.

RNZ · 2 hrs ago

What an uncertain election result means for households' finances

Economists say much depends on how those numbers fall and how coalition agreements are struck.

RNZ · 2 hrs ago

Recap: Rugby League World Cup: Toa Samoa v Australian Kangaroos

Look back at all the action as the Kangaroos defeated Toa Samoa in the Rugby League World Cup semifinals.

RNZ · 2 hrs ago

Rugby League World Cup: Jillaroos hold off Fiji challenge to make final

Australia held off a spirited Fiji Bulikula challenge to claim a 30-14 victory in their women's Rugby League World Cup semifinal in Sydney tonight.

RNZ · 8 hrs ago

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