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New Zealand Cricket just made history by requiring a new professional league to include women's competition before they'll approve it. The move puts gender equality at the center of the country's biggest cricket overhaul in 21 years.
A new golf tournament in Queenstown just proved that sports can change lives beyond the course. The New Zealand Open Charitable Trust raised over $90,000 in its first year, funding rescue equipment and children's health research.
A newly visible comet is gracing New Zealand skies this month, giving Kiwis a rare chance to witness a cosmic visitor. While faint now, the comet is expected to climb higher throughout May.
After months of tension over China deals, New Zealand and the Cook Islands just signed a historic security agreement that restores their decades-old partnership. The declaration ends a bitter standoff and unlocks $25 million in frozen aid.
Most of New Zealand will enjoy crystal-clear skies for stargazing during this year's Matariki long weekend. High pressure moving across the country means families can celebrate the Māori New Year under a stunning display of stars.
New Zealand is leaving tens of millions of dollars on the table by selling discount cigarettes at airports. Researchers say ending duty-free tobacco sales could fund 600 cancer treatments or 2,000 surgeries while saving lives.
A 17-year-old New Zealander has found freedom from debilitating OCD symptoms through a groundbreaking therapy now available in the country. The treatment is offering hope to thousands who previously had limited options.
A blood cancer treatment that works like a "Trojan horse" to destroy cells from within just received approval in New Zealand, offering hope to 2,500 patients with multiple myeloma. One patient who joined the trial says the drug gave her confidence to believe in her future again.
A groundbreaking study reveals New Zealand's high-performance sports systems may be harming the athletes they're meant to support. Research inspired by Olympic cyclist Olivia Podmore's case shows wellbeing takes a backseat to winning medals.
A New Zealand resident has successfully grown 11 oak saplings from acorns linked to the country's most decorated WWI soldier. The original trees grew from acorns given by King George V in 1919.
Two teams have punched their tickets to the FIFA Women's World Cup Oceania semifinals, with New Zealand dominating 8-0 and American Samoa pulling off their second straight upset win. The semifinals will be held in Hamilton, New Zealand next month.
New Zealand opener Finn Allen smashed one of the fastest centuries in cricket history, blasting 100 runs off just 33 balls to send his team to the Twenty20 World Cup final. His record-breaking performance crushed South Africa by nine wickets and sparked celebrations across New Zealand.
A 14-year-old cancer survivor helped raise $3.65 million in a single evening to bring life-saving cellular therapy to New Zealand children. The event shows how modern philanthropy is transforming lives through targeted, passionate giving.
Indigenous knowledge-holders in New Zealand partnered with scientists to track dramatic shifts in forest fruiting patterns over 75 years, revealing how climate change ripples through entire ecosystems. Their work shows how traditional ecological wisdom can illuminate environmental changes that conventional science might miss.
A groundbreaking sausage bait has reduced stoat populations by over 95% in New Zealand trials, offering new hope for endangered kiwi birds and native wildlife. After nine years of development, the innovative solution could transform the country's battle to save species from extinction.
New Zealand's beloved band Six60 will christen the Te Paepae Theatre as its first-ever concert act, debuting their new album live. The February 13 show marks a milestone for both the band and Auckland's brand-new international convention center.
New Zealand Winegrowers just named five new Fellows who've spent decades building the country's wine reputation worldwide. From founding winemakers to Hollywood actors, these champions turned a small island nation into a global wine powerhouse.
Vietnam and New Zealand just upgraded their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership, unlocking new opportunities in trade, innovation, and cultural exchange. The partnership follows Vietnam's impressive 8% GDP growth in 2025 and increasing business interest from both nations.
New Zealand just passed groundbreaking legislation that clears the way for offshore wind farms to power the nation's growing electricity needs. The new law creates a clear pathway for developers to tap into world-class wind resources while protecting the environment.
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare just switched on New Zealand's largest rooftop solar system, spanning two buildings with over 8,000 panels. The breakthrough project costs the company nothing upfront and sets a new standard for businesses ready to slash energy bills while going green.
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