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'Holding onto hope': Ramadan helps mosque shooting survivor heal
The holy month of Ramadan is coming to a close for millions of Muslims worldwide and is especially significant for those most directly affected by the Christchurch mosque terror attacks.
First signs of New Zealand housing market slowing - new report
New data has found a reduction in demand in nationwide housing valuations which could be the first signs of the housing market slowing.
Victoria University hall of residence sexual assault reports prompt meeting
Victoria University, the students association and police will meet with students, who feel unsafe after allegations of sexual assault at a Wellington hall of residence.
Research suggests early osteoarthritis intervention could save $1b per year
A lack of funding is forcing doctors to tell osteoarthritis sufferers to wait on surgery rather than speak with exercise therapists or dieticians.
Health system reforms: Residents in remote areas expect timely service
People living in isolated areas within New Zealand who lack health services are requesting their voices be heard following the health reforms announcement.
'Don't want us to lose the innovation and community voice'
The government's plan to shake up the health system has been met with shock, concern and scepticism from some. Audio
Franz Josef emergency services on Alpine Fault must be moved - Westland mayor
Emergency services based on top of the Alpine Fault in Franz Josef must be urgently moved, the mayor says, after experts forecast a higher likelihood for a devastating quake in the next 50 years.
Meeting hears concerns over nitrate levels in Canterbury water
More than 100 people turned out at a public meeting to debate the level of nitrates in Canterbury's drinking water.
Trans-Tasman bubble: Surge in tourism bookings in Queenstown
South Island businesses are rejoicing over news the trans-Tasman bubble will soon be opening.
Covid-19: Unused vaccines offered to nearby businesses in Christchurch
Some people are jumping the vaccine queue in Christchurch, with leftover jabs being given to people working near vaccination clinics.
Millions of South Canterbury sunflowers heading for bottling plant
Millions of sunflowers on a South Canterbury farm will be harvested next month before they're turned into 25,000 bottles of oil.
Battle to spread truth about Covid-19 vaccine in Pacific communities
The race is on to reach Pasifika communities to counter the spread of misinformation about the Covid-19 vaccine.
Call for Christchurch terror attack widows to keep support when overseas
A Christchurch widow who witnessed the mosque attacks plans on leaving New Zealand after her daughter became a target of hate crime and now fears for her life.
Mental health system struggles: 'It's really difficult to get into services'
While a Mental Health Commission report has described frustration over the pace of change, mental health advocates have also criticised the lack of progress in helping people in Canterbury.
'I realised I am not alone' - CTV survivor
Standing hand in hand, survivors who escaped the collapse of the CTV building, gathered at Latimer Square today for a separate, memorial picnic.
Quake generation 'know how to handle a challenge', but still need support
Known as the quake generation, Canterbury youth have had anything but an easy childhood, with a decade of earthquake-related trauma.
More designs, consultation promised over contentious $19m cycleway
Plans for a controversial, costly Christchurch cycleway will continue - despite an attempt to halt the process today.
Residents fear for children's health over lead in Otago water
Residents of Waikouaiti and Karitane say they are afraid the health of their families after the highest level of lead found in water was almost 40 times the acceptable limit. Audio
Community group plans legal action against ECan over tyre pile
A community group is taking the Canterbury Regional Council to court over its inaction in removing a massive pile of tyres set on fire last week.
New Zealand women taking leap into entrepreneurship during Covid-19 era
Many women are starting their own small businesses after a wave of Covid-19-related redundancies, according to Chooice NZ founder Sarah Colcord.
Record demand for boats and water craft
In the last three months, sales of boats and other water craft like paddle boards have doubled compared to last year, according to the Marine Industry Association.
'We should have been safe here' - Christchurch Muslim leaders
Three key leaders of Christchurch mosques say the recommendations of the report in some ways does not go far enough, and they will demand further action from the government.
Protesters play dead as council hears opposition to Tarras airport
Plans for a proposed airport in a small South Island town have faced strong push back during a Christchurch City Council meeting today.
Timelapse: Christchurch Metro Sports facility taking shape
One of Christchurch's main anchor projects, the Metro Sports facility, is making steady progress but delays due to Covid means it's now two years away from operating.
Meet the Kiwis who've made Covid work for them
Covid-19 brought big-earning industries to a sudden standstill. RNZ spoke to three New Zealanders about how they found a silver lining in a pandemic pivot.