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Kawerau weighs up cost of cutting highway speed
Radio New Zealand

Kawerau weighs up cost of cutting highway speed

Ratepayers could face a six-figure bill if Kawerau extends the 70kmh zone on State Highway 34, with funding uncertain.

By RNZ • 3 min read • Yesterday
Popular Nelson track to be fixed, but it's not expected to last
Risk & Compliance

Popular Nelson track to be fixed, but it's not expected to last

Residents welcomed approval for a basic rebuild of Days Track, though council staff warn storms will likely damage it again.

By RNZ • 4 min read • Yesterday
Rocket Lab to acquire satellite firm Iridium
Space

Rocket Lab to acquire satellite firm Iridium

The move would give Rocket Lab a recurring revenue stream and a global satellite network, as shares jumped nearly 16 percent.

By RNZ • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2026
Force majeure declared on all forecasts for 2026
Supply Chain

Force majeure declared on all forecasts for 2026

Geopolitical tensions and higher fuel costs are clouding New Zealand's 2026 outlook, with economists warning of slower growth and firmer inflation.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 21st Mar 2026
LISTEN to our publisher Mike Bishara on Mediawatch
Radio New Zealand

LISTEN to our publisher Mike Bishara on Mediawatch

RNZ’s Mediawatch put infrastructure coverage under the spotlight after citing Mike Bishara’s commentary on Wellington’s wastewater woes.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Feb 2026
Kiwis love the humble podcast, survey finds
Radio New Zealand

Kiwis love the humble podcast, survey finds

It's official – New Zealanders love listening to podcasts – and those under 45 years of age seem to love them the most.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2019
Track and trace building products system mooted
Digital Transformation

Track and trace building products system mooted

A traceability scheme could cut hefty repair bills and help curb unsafe or counterfeit materials in New Zealand's building sector.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Jun 2017
Android App Review: Radio New Zealand
Gaming

Android App Review: Radio New Zealand

Radio New Zealand's app offers live and recorded content with room to grow beyond its basic features, proving to be a mixed bag for users.

By Eddie Monotone • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
New partnership provides more access to NZ's history
N4L

New partnership provides more access to NZ's history

DigitalNZ's new partnership with Radio NZ unlocks over 150,000 historic interviews and items, weaving NZ's story like never before.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2014

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Privacy Commissioner John Edwards tipped for top role as UK Information Commissioner
Breach Prevention

Privacy Commissioner John Edwards tipped for top role as UK Information Commissioner

Privacy Commissioner John Edwards named preferred candidate for UK Information Commissioner, pending UK Parliament's decision.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Aug 2021
Stuff's entry into the Ultra Fast Broadband market 'out of the blue'
Unified Communications

Stuff's entry into the Ultra Fast Broadband market 'out of the blue'

Media agencies are now getting on the UFB train, as Stuff announces Stuff Fibre services, due to start in the next three months.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Aug 2016