EXPLAINED: 2 - The Real Truth

Tricky negotiations loom following New Zealand election

New Zealanders may be asking Santa for a government for Christmas, as polls indicate difficult negotiations loom after the November election.

AAP · Oct 19

Natural hazards don’t obey electoral cycles. The next government faces crucial choices

Every election seems to return to the same themes: the economy, health, housing and the cost of government. But one challenge cuts across these and will confront whichever government is elected.

The Conversation · Oct 18

Fiji women say they'll keep surprising at World Cup

Fiji Bulikula say they've got plenty of surprises left for the women's World Cup after pushing New Zealand close in their opening match.

AAP · Oct 18

‘Awesome’ New Zealand humiliate Australia with 13th consecutive win over rivals

Australia 21-43 New Zealand: The All Blacks were rampant in the first half in Sydney

The Independent UK · Oct 17

Mohammed Shami misses out again as BCCI names India squads for New Zealand series

Mohammed Shami has been left out of the Indian squad for the upcoming ODI and Test series against New Zealand. Despite strong domestic performances, he has not made the cut for the national team. Akash Deep has earned a spot in the Test squad after recovering from a lower-back injury.…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Australia 21-43 New Zealand: Bledisloe Cup rugby union international – as it happened

The All Blacks secured a 13th straight win against the Wallabies as Barrett and Moorby score two tries each in the Test at Accor Stadium

The Guardian - AU · Oct 17

India notifies first New Zealand FTA duty cuts; sheep meat gets zero duty, kiwi fruit at 15%

India has notified the first set of customs duty concessions for imports from New Zealand under their free trade agreement, effective October 20. The preferential rates cover products such as wine, manuka honey, kiwi fruit and sheep meat, with limited quantities of select goods allowed under tariff-rate quotas and dairy…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Uncovering the secrets of New Zealand’s elusive ‘jungle penguins’

The tawaki, or Fiordland crested penguin, known for its prominent yellow eyebrows, has for years baffled scientists with its unusual habits

The Guardian - AU · Oct 16

India announce Test, ODI squads for New Zealand tour; Gill, Iyer to lead

The Indian men's selection committee has announced the squads for the upcoming tour of New Zealand. Shubman Gill will captain the team in the first three ODIs and the Test series. Shreyas Iyer will take charge for the fourth and fifth ODIs, while KL Rahul serves as vice-captain for the…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

Museum releases historical photos of island where Amelia Earhart may have crashed

Images from New Zealand aerial survey of Nikumaroro in 1938 offer new clues over aviator’s disappearance

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16