SHOCKING: 30 | Mind Blowing Facts

Homelessness has been framed as a housing problem in NZ. The reality is more complex

When New Zealand’s government recently earmarked an extra $14.5 million to support people sleeping rough, it underscored the scale of the country’s homelessness crisis.

The Conversation · Jul 2

New Zealand finally gets a Google Maps tool that correctly pronounces Māori placenames

Language commission hails normalisation of te reo Māori after years of work in identifying frequently mispronounced words

The Guardian - AU · Jul 1

‘Show some gratitude’ – how this rhetoric shapes views on immigration, even for migrants

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters is known for targeting immigrants with inflammatory comments about their place in their new country.

The Conversation · Jul 1

New Zealand warns missing police certificates could lead to student, temporary visa refusals

New Zealand now mandates police certificates for temporary visa applicants, including students. Applications lacking this crucial document risk immediate decline, with no requests for missing files. Exceptions exist for Fiji, Hong Kong, and Israel where certificates are sent directly. Applicants are strongly advised to secure these certificates early to prevent…

The Economic Times · Jul 1

70 Breathtaking Photos Shortlisted For Australian Geographic Nature Photographer Of The Year

The Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year celebrates the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and natural wonders of Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica, and New Guinea, an extraordinary region whose natural history stretches back more than 80 million years to the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana.

Bored Panda · Jul 1

Belgium’s leaders backed to disprove ‘has-beens’ tag in Senegal challenge

Rudi Garcia railed against criticism of his side, who face Senegal in the last 32 with a spring in their step after the 5-1 hammering of New Zealand

The Guardian - UK · Jul 1

Belgium vs. Senegal—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The Red Devils are primed for picking off when they face off against a dangerous Senegal team.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 1

American Criterium Cup: New Zealand riders sweep elite races at Downer Classic in Wisconsin and hold off series leaders in tight sprints

Bryony Botha and George Jackson win second stop of ACC and score titles across 11-day regional racing calendar at Tour of America's Dairyland

Cycling News · Jun 30

Harry Brook ready for ‘honour’ of replacing Ben Stokes as England Test captain

England’s search for Ben Stokes’ successor has begun and Harry Brook has thrown his hat into the ring

The Independent UK · Jun 30

The Michelin Guide makes its foray into Oceania

Aotearoa New Zealand has officially joined the global Michelin Guide map, marking the guide's first-ever expansion into Oceania.

Bangkok Post · Jun 30