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Urgent Waitangi Tribunal inquiry into government's removal of schools' Treaty obligations
Northland iwi and the New Zealand Educational Institute filed a claim arguing the changes undermined Māori rangatiratanga, partnership and equity in education.
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Two more members of Iran's women's football team understood to have sought asylum
Five of the 13-player squad were earlier granted asylum on Monday, amid fears they would face persecution if they returned home.
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Black Caps World Cup octet in, eight more out for South Africa series
14 minutes agoAfter months away from home, the Black Caps return without the trophy they wanted and with one final challenge before they part ways.
The Briefing
New Zealand
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Flight prices on the rise - and could take off again
10 Mar 2026Airlines say they could be forced to look at more price rises and schedule cuts as the conflict in the Middle East continues. Audio
More than 1600 fines issued to Queenstown freedom campers since new rules
Taranaki man jailed for killing friend who looked upon him as an older brother
Politics
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Lessons from the Covid inquiry
10 Mar 2026The 500-plus-page report looks at what it calls some of the "most difficult and divisive responses around vaccines and mandates".
Covid-19 inquiry: Politicians on all sides find what they need in report
National Party politicians rule out leadership bid
Sport
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Daring escape by Iranian soccer players secured their asylum in Australia
The players had been labelled "traitors" on Iranian state TV for not singing the national anthem before a game.
NZ Warriors name unchanged line-up against Canberra Raiders
Rugby: Crusaders teammates trade punches as tensions spill over at training
Business
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Fuel rationing not on the cards as ministerial group set to meet
1:40 am todayThe government has been assured the physical arrival of fuel is not under threat in coming months, says associate energy minister Shane Jones. Audio
Oil falls over 6% as Trump predicts Middle East de-escalation
Air NZ suspends earning guidance amid global jet fuel markets volatility
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Coffee hit: Customer accidentally pays $700 for latte
10 Mar 2026A misplaced decimal point led to arguably the most expensive brew in NZ history.
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'Huge amount of nervousness' over Air NZ warning
10 Mar 2026The airline has warned it may need to adjust its network and schedule over volatile fuel prices.
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Documents reveal why staff didn't tell minister about McSkimming allegations
10 Mar 2026A staffer says the order said the emails were "unsubstantiated anonymous allegations".
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'It's quite deceptive': The rise of property flippers
10 Mar 2026One of the country's most prominent buyers' agencies has complained to the Real Estate Authority about "property flippers" making six-figures from unwitting…
RNZ Music
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NZTrio: Magnifique
NZTrio's diverse "Magnifique" programme spans from French Romantic elegance to contemporary New Zealand landscapes.
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Christchurch Symphony Orchestra at The Piano
The CSO brings together three masters – Albinoni, CPE Bach, and Haydn – to showcase the evolution of orchestral music from the intricate melodies of the Baroque to the burgeoning drama of the early Classical era.
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Hymns on Sunday, 8 March 2026
The Graduate Choir starts off this week’s show with a spiritual - Ain’a that good news! The Auckland-based ensemble is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Audio
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Auckland Arts Festival: Requiem
The Auckland Arts Festival presents a concert to showcase the world premiere of Victoria Kelly's Requiem, a work provoked into existence by death and grief which is "about the experience of being alive".
In Depth
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Three Kiwi staples that almost entirely end up offshore
The world at our breakfast table: We're so good at producing some daily staples that 95% are exported.
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Why New Zealand is lagging on rooftop solar - despite falling costs
It is one of the cheapest ways to cut power bills - yet documents reveal the government shelved a subsidy. Audio
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Official advice about rare disorder 'incredibly damaging'
Doctors are divided over treatment for a rare disorder, but some living with it say the official advice is misleading.
What You Need to Know
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How NZ supply chains are being thrown into chaos
Explainer - The war raging in the Middle East is disrupting supply chains, but what exactly does that mean? Audio
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What to do if you're caught up in an international crisis
Explainer - The world is an increasingly dangerous place. What do you do if you're caught up in a conflict like the one raging in Iran and the Middle East? Audio
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How March Madness may make your Monday morning commute longer
Explainer - If your Monday morning commute feels a little madder than usual this week, it's not just you. Audio
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Why betting on online prediction markets is now illegal
Explainer - What to know about New Zealand's crackdown on betting on the future. Audio
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Comment & Analysis
Luxon doubles down as more worrying polling emerges
Analysis: It's a bold prime minister who assumes the support of his entire caucus after one of his worst weeks in the job. Audio
Meet 'Tous', an entirely new kind of mammal
A plantation worker photographed the animal thought to have been dead for 6000 years.
Iran defies Trump and names new Supreme Leader
Analysis: Iran's clerical leadership chose confrontation over compromise.
Insolvencies have spiked - would a law change help?
Analysis: New Zealand has been experiencing a striking rise in company failures, focusing attention on the role of directors when facing financial trouble.