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Archives NZ, National Library to cut 27 roles
The Department of Internal Affairs wants to bring the two organisations under the joint leadership of the Chief Archivist and National Librarian.
Veterans criticise Agent Orange appeal
The government is going to the High Court to challenge the late Sir Wira Harawira's claim that his brain tumour was linked to exposure to Agent Orange during the Vietnam War. Audio
After the Hīkoi: 'I'm really proud of our country'
The protest against the Treaty Principles Bill turned into a party after te Hīkoi mō te Tiriti left Parliament and headed to Waitangi Park for music, kai, and a bit of a rest.
'We have no illusions': Retirement village residents wary of merger
Residents at a Wellington retirement village are concerned about the quality of care hospital patients will see under a takeover by a US private equity firm.
Bringing kiwi back to the capital
Behind the hills of Wellington city, the Capital Kiwi Project's land spans more than 23,000 hectares. Audio
'We need to be as prepared as possible' for next pandemic - Bloomfield
A summit on pandemic preparedness is underway in Wellington.
More Kiwis on on track to spend on Black Friday this year
The number of people planning to shop on Black Friday this year has jumped to 51 percent, according to a survey.
ESR proposes to cut 8% of workforce
Cost cutting necessary to fit within a new 'funding envelope,' the Institute of Environmental Science and Research says.
DIA restructure finds more job cuts, despite protests from staff, union
The Department of Internal Affairs plans more jobs cuts too, but critics say staff are now overloaded and it will affect the Crown's relationship with Māori.
'Get on with it' - Wellington councillor publicly scolds colleagues
Wellington City councillors were told they needed to improve their behaviour "otherwise there will not be a next election for us".
Stab-proof vests not always available - ambulance worker
The vests are meant to be worn by staff responding to mental health callouts, but are sometimes multiple hours' drive away. Audio
Wind power firm departs, amid fast-track controversy over seabed mining
A plan for an offshore wind power generation site has been abandoned as the company has pulled out, as controversy continues over seabed mining also planned for the area.
NZDF eyes patrol ship to replace sunken Manawanui
The Defence Force is looking at how much work is needed to get one of the two ships to an "operational level of capability".
Wood processors exposed to high spot pricing before closure - report
All the North Island wood processors were exposed to high spot pricing in August, but market options were available, a report from the Electricity Authority has found.
Transmission Gully link road ripped up for 'critical' work
A link road on the major Wellington highway is being closed - just two years after it was opened.
Residents fear Transmission Gully link road closure will add to commute
Porirua City Council says the road will be closed for up to five months.
Ministers keep laying into Wellington council after meeting
Tory Whanau says government intervention wasn't raised at a meeting with Simeon Brown but government ministers say they're still considering stepping in.
Bluebridge's Connemara ferry to be monitored more closely
Maritime NZ does not currently approve and certify the operation and its crew, carry out the regular flag state control inspections, nor undertake the same audit of its safety management systems.
No GPs at Carterton clinic as health shortage bites
A medical clinic in Carterton will have no GP for the rest of the week as it grapples with the challenges of a GP shortage.
UK travel no longer visa-free for Kiwis
From 8 January, New Zealand citizens wanting to travel to the United Kingdom will need to apply for an electronic travel authorisation before leaving home.
Researchers surprised to find marine animal forests in Wellington's shallow waters
Victoria University researchers have discovered a surprising number of animal ecosystems in Wellington's shallow waters. Audio
GNS job cuts: 'Quite possibly people will die'
Fifty-nine jobs are set to go at GNS Science as part of public sector job cuts. Audio
Casey Costello under fire on links to tobacco industry
Researchers at a health conference have questioned the Associate Minister of Health's credibility.
Two women sentenced to life imprisonment for murder of Rau Tongia
Two women convicted of the murder of Karori man Rau Tongia have been sentenced to life imprisonment.
Rau Tongia murder: Convicted killers to be sentenced
Three women found guilty on charges related to the death of Rau Tongia - including two convicted of murder - will be sentenced on Thursday.