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NZTA stands firm on braking system linked to six deaths
The transport agency has assured the minister that the braking system is not unsafe, going against findings in the 2018 death of Graeme Rabbits. Audio
'Outdated, dangerous': MP leads e-scooter rules revamp
E-scooter injuries have reportedly cost ACC almost $14 million in 2025. Audio
Crypto accountant warns investors that tax collector is coming for them
In July last year IRD signalled it was honing in on people dealing crypto who were not declaring their income. Audio
Outrage as local board votes against more Eden Park events
An Auckland business association is infuriated that their local board has voted not to support a plan to boost the number of gigs allowed the stadium. Audio
Biggest source of microplastics in our ocean revealed
It was found broken down tyres were the largest source of microplastics in New Zealand's coastal waters. Audio
Mental health data won't be misused by AI navigation tool - minister
A new AI tool will be a "real game changer in providing faster and real time access to support", says the mental health minister. Audio
'Buyer beware': Consumers warned to stick to simpler toys after asbestos scare
University of Auckland law professor Alex Sims says it is up to retailers and importers to do checks on products, but that doesn't mean it is always being done. Audio
Mum raises privacy concerns over photo clause at Santa event
The owners of Enchanted Christmas say they are now removing the term from their website. Audio
What butting does to the brain: Rams could offer clues to head blows
Rams, which frequently butt heads, will provide Auckland University's centre for brain research a model population to study. Audio
Nearly five million tyres collected in first year of recycle scheme
There are now 86 public collection points around the motu. Audio
'Nothing is gonna change overnight': One in four women abused by a partner
Report shows in Australia and New Zealand, 24.5 percent of women have been sexually or physically abused by a partner. Audio
Kmart sold 67k units of potentially asbestos-laced play sand
The sand is part of a massive recall. Audio
Auckland school returns positive results for asbestos in play sand
Several coloured play sand products have been recalled after tests found a naturally occurring asbestos. Audio
Sand recall: Product safety 'entering a completely different landscape'
Product safety issues such as the coloured sand recall will continue to be a problem due to the changing way people shop, says Consumer NZ. Audio
Superbug found at Christchurch Hospital makes one in 10 sick
Health New Zealand has stepped up precautions after a new break-out of the infection known as VRE. Audio
Retirement village mulls banning electric cars, bikes - even wheelchairs
Some residents at an Auckland retirement village want to put the brakes on a policy that would ban more electric vehicles. Audio
Nesting penguins put Taranaki bach rebuild on hold
The Vile family are now patiently waiting for a chick to fledge. Audio
Family violence unit unaware man dated, then stalked, harassed murder victim
Nathan Boulter made nearly 600 calls to her in two weeks, before stabbing her 55 times. Audio
Hungry customers paying more for fish and chips
The cost has risen 154 percent over the last 20 years. But according to Fresco Fisheries owner, it is still good value for money. Audio
'Tough decision' to send in diggers to build firebreaks
Local digger operators, who understood the importance of the whenua, were tasked with creating firebreaks in the park, says a Tongariro local. Audio
Police officer who labelled McSkimming allegations as 'false' still active
"There's a process to follow, and we need to let it take its course," Police Commissioner Richard Chambers told Checkpoint. Audio
Sewage overflow: $1m compensation deal struck with oyster farmers
The deal gives immediate relief, Aquaculture New Zealand says, but it will still chase financial settlement for total losses. Audio
Baby carrier-related injuries more than double
ACC claims for baby carrier related injuries has doubled in a year which has prompted renewed calls for the government to introduce official safety standards. Audio
'Haven't actually got a parkbrake': Campaigners call for ban on unsafe system
The cardan shaft parking brakes have claimed six NZ lives since 2010 and have been declared "inherently unsafe" by a coroner. Audio
Oyster farmers 'really in trouble' after sewage spill
The owner of Mahurangi Oysters says he's had to dump 60,000 oysters this week and thousands more will be binned for the next two weeks due to a major wastewater spill. Audio