Tag: rnz_news
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on neurobiologist's views on Trump, softball recognition, and fairy tale adaptations
RNZ is reporting that neurobiologist Robert Sapolsky believes Donald Trump's "awful upbringing" may have contributed to his destructive behavior. Sapolsky, a world-leading neurobiologist, stated that science suggests it is not acceptable to hate Trump. RNZ also highlighted calls for greater…
Politics and GovernmentSportScience & TechnologyMediaEntertainmentWeather NeurobiologyDonald TrumpSoftballRhonda HiraHans Christian AndersenParalympic Winter GamesInvasive speciesRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Robot Caregivers, Language Trauma
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand faces a healthcare worker shortage, and a robot designer based in London, Rich Walker, is discussing the challenges of creating robot caregivers to help fill some of those gaps. It said a new report…
HealthScience & TechnologySocial IssuesBusinessWeatherRoboticsMedical ScienceEducationFoodEnvironmentComputers and InternetTransportationGeneral Weather RNZRobot CaregiversMāoriTe Reo TraumaAucklandDog AttacksLittle Blue PenguinsRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports rising nitrate levels in South Canterbury town
Radio New Zealand is reporting that nitrate levels are rising in a small South Canterbury town. It said some council water supplies in the town were previously off limits for extended periods due to breaches of drinking water standards.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentWeatherSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsFilm and TVGeneral Weather RNZSouth Canterburynitrate levelswater supplydrinking waterenvironmentRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports Watercare delays plant opening
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Watercare has delayed the opening of the Onehunga treatment plant by two years. The facility was shut three years ago, after the detection of substances linked to cancer and immune problems, RNZ said. In…
Politics and GovernmentSportWeatherHealthAustralasiaAustraliaGeneral PoliticsLegalMedical ScienceAgricultureGeneral Weather WatercareOnehungaMariameno Kapa-KingiTe Pāti MāoriFIFA World CupAll WhitesTangihau AngusRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Flight Cancellations, Banking Updates, and Sports Wins
RNZ is reporting that airline passengers throughout New Zealand are experiencing flight cancellations, with more possible due to grounded Airbus A320 jets. It said the Banking Association is criticizing social media, technology, and telecommunications companies for insufficient scam prevention measures.…
TransportationMusicBusinessSportWeatherFinancial Markets RNZFlight CancellationsAirbus A320Banking AssociationScam PreventionAll Blacks SevensWaiwera Thermal SpringsRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports freshwater fish at risk, Omaha Beach death
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a new freshwater fish report has found 28 percent of species are facing extinction and 32 percent are at risk of becoming threatened. It said the report highlights the declining state of waterways. Separately,…
Science & TechnologyHealthWeatherEnvironmentMedical ScienceAgricultureGeneral Weather Radio New Zealandfreshwater fishextinctionOmaha BeachdrowningHawke's BayEmployment Relations AuthorityRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on police report, fatal fire, sports results
RNZ is reporting that former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster was placed on leave from his role as chief executive of the Social Investment Agency, following the release of a report on Tuesday. It said Coster is unsure if he's 'free…
Politics and GovernmentSportHealthWeatherMediaLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesMedical ScienceDigital and Print PublishingGeneral Weather Andrew CosterSanson fireAll BlacksSilver FernsEnglandSocial Investment AgencyPolice CommissionerRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports firefighters return to wildfire
Radio New Zealand is reporting that firefighters have returned to Tongariro National Park to battle an out-of-control wildfire. RNZ said the large fire had triggered evacuations of trampers and caused the closure of a nearby highway.
SportEntertainmentWeatherDisastersTransportationSocial IssuesClimate ChangeMusicDigital and Print PublishingGeneral Weather RNZTongariro National ParkfirefighterswildfireevacuationshighwayRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Medicine Shortages, Flatmate Costs
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand is at risk of running out of some medicines if a global catastrophe strikes. It said a study found that none of the 10 most extensively prescribed pharmaceuticals could be manufactured locally. RNZ also…
HealthEducationWeatherAgricultureMedical ScienceSocial IssuesGeneral Weather RNZmedicinesglobal catastropheflatmateErica StanfordRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Z Energy Apology, Online Scams Surge
RNZ is reporting that Z Energy has apologized for its 2022 ad campaign following legal action. Consumer groups and environmental organizations claimed the campaign was misleading and constituted greenwashing. RNZ also reports that New Zealanders are losing more money to…
BusinessScience & TechnologyEntertainmentSportWeatherEconomyEnvironmentMusicMedical ScienceAgricultureGeneral Weather Z EnergyOnline ScamsNetsafeBeneficiariesPensionersFood InsecurityRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Emergency Continues After South Island Storm
Radio New Zealand is reporting that the state of emergency in Southland and Clutha, New Zealand, will likely remain in place into next week. Officials made the announcement following a severe storm in the South Island. RNZ also reported that…
WeatherSportEntertainmentSocial IssuesLegalGeneral WeatherMusic SouthlandCluthaMorrinsvilleMoeaia TuaiAuckland High CourtStormRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Kaipara's Speech, Canterbury Fire, and Election Results
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Oriini Kaipara's maiden speech as the new MP was delivered. RNZ said the speech was somewhat overshadowed by the celebration of it. In other news, RNZ said a person was taken to the hospital…
Politics and GovernmentWeatherState GovernmentsGeneral Weather Oriini KaiparaRakaiaLydia GliddonSelwynHouse FireElectionRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Funding Boost, Port Expansion, Sports, and More
RNZ is reporting that the government has announced a $42.8 million funding boost for the 'Biodiscovery Platform'. It also said that Northport has been granted consent for a major expansion by the Environment Court after committing to new conditions. In…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessSportWorldWeatherSamoaAsiaTradeMedical ScienceEnvironmentTransportationDairyGeneral Weather RNZNorthportAll BlacksLiam LawsonSingapore Grand PrixRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Nurses Join October Strike in New Zealand
RNZ is reporting that nurses in New Zealand have voted to strike on Oct. 23, the same day primary school teachers and allied health workers plan to strike. It said more than 36,000 nurses who work for Health NZ will…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEntertainmentSportEmployment and LaborFinancial MarketsFilm and TVMedical ScienceSocial IssuesLegal RNZNursesStrikeTeachersHealth WorkersWinston PetersRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Auckland House Fire, Election
RNZ is reporting that emergency services are at the scene of a house fire in Auckland's Bucklands Beach, where two people have died. It said police have taped off part of Murvale Dr as they investigate. Separately, RNZ reports that…
WorldPolitics and GovernmentBusinessHealthSportLaw EnforcementAustralasiaEconomySocial IssuesLegalMedical ScienceFilm and TVMilitaryTradeEmployment and Labor AucklandHouse FireLocal ElectionErin PattersonGazaWealthRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Man Convicted in Loafers Lodge Fire
RNZ is reporting that Esarona Lologa has been convicted of five murders and one count of arson for setting the Loafers Lodge fire in Wellington in 2023. It said the jury reached a unanimous decision in the High Court in…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessSportWorldLaw EnforcementLegalEconomyMedical ScienceFinancial Markets Loafers LodgeEsarona LologaWellingtonArsonMurderHigh CourtRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on House Prices, Speeding Incidents, and Financial Planning
RNZ is reporting that house prices in New Zealand are generally flat, but values are starting to increase in some of the country's more affordable areas. It said property research firm Cotality, formerly Corelogic, released data showing the performance of…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentSportWorldHealthEconomyReal EstateFinancial MarketsGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTradeLaw Enforcement RNZhouse pricesCotalityAucklandspeedingGSTpensionRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Mother Found Guilty in Suitcase Murders
RNZ is reporting that a mother accused of murdering her two children and hiding their bodies in suitcases has been found guilty. The remains of Hakyung Lee's two children, aged eight and six, were found at an Auckland storage locker…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessSportWorldLegalEmployment and LaborFinancial MarketsMedical ScienceMusic RNZHakyung LeeAucklandmurdercrimechild abuseRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Offshore Betting Surge in New Zealand Football League
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand's national football league has become a magnet for offshore betting, raising concerns for sport integrity experts. It said figures obtained by RNZ reveal $212 million was wagered on the New Zealand men's domestic football…
SportBusinessWeatherPolitics and GovernmentFinancial MarketsEconomyGeneral WeatherEducation RNZfootballsports bettingmatch-fixingLoafers Lodge firemurder trialRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Adoption Bill, Weather, Alzheimers
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Parliament changed New Zealand's adoption laws this week. It said the bill was revealed at the last minute and completed within a day due to urgency and unanimous support. RNZ also reports a MetService…
SportWeatherPolitics and GovernmentHealthGeneral WeatherGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesMedical Science Adoption BillParliamentMetServiceCanterburyAlzheimer'sDementiaRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Black Ferns Loss, WOW Award Winner
RNZ is reporting that Canada defeated the Black Ferns 34-19 in the Women's Rugby World Cup semi-final. It said the Canadians dominated in Bristol, ending the Black Ferns' reign as world champions. RNZ also reports that a graphic latex bodysuit…
SportEntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentBusinessWeatherMedical ScienceAgriculture RNZBlack FernsCanadaWomen's Rugby World CupWOW AwardBreakersBrisbane BulletsRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Covers Suppression Breaches, Dog Shooting
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith is promising to resolve widespread breaches of suppressed information in the Tom Phillips case. It said a High Court injunction preventing media from publishing certain details related to the investigation…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessEntertainmentSportGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceMusicFilm and TVFinancial MarketsSocial IssuesLegal Tom PhillipsPaul GoldsmithHamiltonSnoop DoggHamish KerrcrimeRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Deadlocked Parliament in Latest Poll
RNZ is reporting that the latest RNZ-Reid Research political poll points to a deadlocked Parliament. It said that while the Labour Party is narrowly ahead of the National Party, neither bloc has enough support to govern on its own. RNZ…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessSportWorldWeatherAustralasiaEconomyGeneral PoliticsFinancial MarketsTradeSevere Weather RNZParliamentPolitical PollInternational AdoptionsMurderPalestineRNZ News
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Media Monitor: NZ Woman's Spending Skyrocketed After Husband's Death, Court Hears
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a forensic accountant told the High Court at Auckland that the spending of a woman accused of murdering her children and hiding their bodies in suitcases skyrocketed after her husband's death. Hakyung Lee faces…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldEntertainmentSportMedical ScienceEconomyFilm and TVAsiaFinancial Markets Hakyung LeeYuna JoMinu JoAuckland High CourtMurderforensic accountantRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Fugitive's Campsite, Drug Overdose
RNZ is reporting that the first photos of the campsite where fugitive Tom Phillips and his children were recently staying show a quad bike, some tires, and cans of Sprite. It said the photos were released as part of Sam…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldSportGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsMedical ScienceLaw Enforcement Tom PhillipsCampsiteDrugsChildrenCharter schoolsErin PattersonSentencingRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Deportation Law Changes, Budget Hole
Radio New Zealand is reporting that Immigration Minister Erica Stanford is defending proposed deportation law changes. It said the changes would allow for the deportation of permanent residents convicted of crimes, even if they have lived in New Zealand for…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWeatherSportGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceTransportation Radio New ZealandErica StanfordChristopher LuxonAuckland TransportWeather warningDeportationRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Nurses' Pay Dispute, Loafers Lodge Trial
RNZ is reporting that Health New Zealand's clinical boss said he was unaware nurses were demanding a 3% pay increase as part of strike action this week. It said he was unsure if the demands related to staffing or pay.…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessWorldSportEmployment and LaborState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEconomyEnvironment Health New ZealandNursesLoafers LodgeOranga TamarikiSimeon BrownCJ WhiteInfrastructureRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Foreign Home Buyers, Auckland Hospital Death
RNZ is reporting that the coalition government in New Zealand will allow some wealthy foreigners to buy luxury homes. It said the change ends months of negotiations between National and New Zealand First. Under the new rule, holders of "golden…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessWorldSportGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceSocial Issues Christopher Luxongolden visasAucklandHealth NZforeign buyersmedical errorRNZ News
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Media Monitor: New Zealand to Loosen Alcohol Restrictions
Radio New Zealand is reporting that the government has approved easing alcohol restrictions, making it simpler for ministers to declare special trading hours for pubs during major sports events. It said changes to the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessSportWorldMedical ScienceEconomyLaw Enforcement alcohol restrictionsmethamphetaminesupermarket duopolySale and Supply of Alcohol Actgovernment policycrimeRNZ News
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Media Monitor: New Zealand Law Changes, Police Tasering, Illegal Parking
RNZ is reporting that the Finance Minister of New Zealand announced a series of law changes to create an "express lane" for new competitors to enter the market. It said a woman who died in police custody was tasered by…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthSportLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesEducation Finance Ministerlaw changespolice custodytaseredillegal parkingMinistries for Women and Pacific PeoplesRNZ News