This episode includes 10 news blocks. "The whole health system is currently under significant pressure," NZ Health's boss says. "It is quite difficult circumstances." The report was commissioned just seven months before the tragedy. It has not yet decided what its new "realistic and achievable" Clean Vehicle Standard settings will be, however. The uncrewed mission will feature the deployment of a robotic lander, rover, and "hopping" probe to one of the coldest places in the solar system. The de… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 10 news blocks. There were 177 people admitted to four Auckland hospitals with severe acute respiratory illness from the 9 - 16 August, up from 125 patients the week before. Health NZ urged to improve "conditions of detention" by ending all prolonged isolation and improving physical living arrangements for patients. About 300 people turned up to Parliament to raise concerns about their water bills which were increasing by 13.3 percent on average across the region this year… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 10 news blocks. Influenza A is hitting the health system hard. A report into the fatal landslide in January says information identifying a risk to life was received, filed, discussed, forwarded - and then left. It comes after Trump moved to "substantially reduce" US participation in military drills with South Korea, citing his "very good relationship" with North Korea's leader. New rules coming into effect in September introduce new circumstances under which some individua… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 10 news blocks. In 1845, a Crown grant stated a tenth of all land used for the Nelson settlement would be reserved in a trust for the customary owners, but this did not happen. Minister for Seniors Casey Costello says there's no denying there's a significant price tag attached to the recommendations. GPs will be able to make a clinical diagnosis, rather than having to wait for a laparoscopy. Schools around the country are being forced to double up classes and roster some y… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 10 news blocks. The choice is between hard changes made now or more painful changes forced later, the Ministerial Advisory Group on Aged Care says. While politicians have squabbled over reforms, advocates say a move to an 'affirmative model' of consent is long overdue. When Diante Peihopa-Harris finally worked up the courage to seek support for her eating disorder, she was told there was nothing available in her area. The huge project is designed to help meet growing deman… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 10 news blocks. Party lays out its strategy, asking supporters for candidate votes to "bring this government to its knees". The document concluded access to liquefied natural gas was unlikely to affect average electricity prices. The Education Ministry says 551 schools are using its cloud-based system called Te Rito, but a further 503 are signed up and waiting to be connected. People are being urged to get vaccinated against meningococcal disease. New Zealand space operato… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 10 news blocks. The 7.7 magnitude earthquake triggered an early tsunami warning for some regions of Indonesia. A Tibetan man living in NZ claims members of his community are being spied on and harassed for opposition to China's controversial law. A multibillion-dollar project that would radically change inner-city Wellington has entered the fast-track process - but its fate is still unknown. Hato Hone St John's major incident declaration will remain in place throughout the… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 10 news blocks. Top spy agency says China may be the 'most active' of several states observed conducting espionage against New Zealand. Staff at Palmerston North Hospital are working extra shifts to cope with demand, but one doctor warns that is not sustainable. The "substantial" rise in meth contamination since a safety rule change in 2018 should trigger a tightening of restrictions again, expert says. The charges relate to 11 people, RNZ can reveal. Industry leaders say… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 10 news blocks. Non-public information is being increasingly sought by foreign states, including policy insights, intellectual property and data sets, warns the SIS. A number of Pacific Islands countries have joined the United States in effectively accusing China of skirting the rules after Beijing's recent nuclear-capable missile test in the Pacific. Thirteen seats are needed for a majority to form a government. The much smaller Whāngarei Hospital is already struggling wi… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 10 news blocks. Health NZ told RNZ that in an effort to cope with an influx at the city's hospital, the GP-run urgent care clinic would be extending its hours. The pair were accused of obstructing justice in an investigation which led to Hall's wrongful conviction in the 1980s. With National's spokespeople absent, other parties vow to improve the community's mental health if voted into power in November. People with disabilities have been left feeling financially squeezed… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.