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Media Insider: RNZ board shake-up - David Seymour expects changes, outgoing chair hits back; Where is Maiki Sherman?; ANZ announces new ad agency

7 May 2026 at 17:36
ANZ appoints new ad agency, Air NZ account up in air; Soper book tops best-seller list.

RNZ chief executive Paul Thompson (top), outgoing chair Jim Mather (centre) and Morning Report co-host John Campbell (bottom). Plus, TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman. Photos / RNZ, TVNZ, supplied

RNZ chief executive Paul Thompson (top), outgoing chair Jim Mather (centre) and Morning Report co-host John Campbell (bottom). Plus, TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman. Photos / RNZ, TVNZ, supplied

RNZ chief executive Paul Thompson (top), outgoing chair Jim Mather (centre) and Morning Report co-host John Campbell (bottom). Plus, TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman. Photos / RNZ, TVNZ, supplied

RNZ chief executive Paul Thompson (top), outgoing chair Jim Mather (centre) and Morning Report co-host John Campbell (bottom). Plus, TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman. Photos / RNZ, TVNZ, supplied

SailGP: Black Foils sign Stewart Dodson for rest of season as Louis Sinclair continues recovery

7 May 2026 at 17:30
The only Kiwi sailor to win the SailGP season championship has joined the Black Foils.

Stewart Dodson (inset) will join the Black Foils for the remainder of the SailGP season. Photos / Sail GP, SUI SailGP

Stewart Dodson (inset) will join the Black Foils for the remainder of the SailGP season. Photos / Sail GP, SUI SailGP

Stewart Dodson (inset) will join the Black Foils for the remainder of the SailGP season. Photos / Sail GP, SUI SailGP

Stewart Dodson (inset) will join the Black Foils for the remainder of the SailGP season. Photos / Sail GP, SUI SailGP

Iran can outlast US blockade for months and has ‘significant’ missile reserves, says CIA report

7 May 2026 at 17:26
The document raises questions about Donald Trump’s optimism on ending the war.

The latest military analysis says Iran can hold out against the US blockade of its ports. Photo / Getty Images

The latest military analysis says Iran can hold out against the US blockade of its ports. Photo / Getty Images

The latest military analysis says Iran can hold out against the US blockade of its ports. Photo / Getty Images

The latest military analysis says Iran can hold out against the US blockade of its ports. Photo / Getty Images

Man run over by bus in hit-and-run says Auckland Transport offered him $20 Hop card

7 May 2026 at 17:00
The 34-year-old suffered multiple broken bones and permanent injury to his finger.

Grayson Goffe was riding an e-scooter in Auckland before being cut off by a bus and having his arm run over. Photos / NZME / Grayson Goffe

Grayson Goffe was riding an e-scooter in Auckland before being cut off by a bus and having his arm run over. Photos / NZME / Grayson Goffe

Grayson Goffe was riding an e-scooter in Auckland before being cut off by a bus and having his arm run over. Photos / NZME / Grayson Goffe

Grayson Goffe was riding an e-scooter in Auckland before being cut off by a bus and having his arm run over. Photos / NZME / Grayson Goffe

Psychiatrist assault and nurse attack spark call to track violence in healthcare

7 May 2026 at 17:00
Attack contributed to breakdown of 25-year marriage, loss of work and home, woman says.

A nurse attacked on the job spoke about the impact on her life for a report published in the "New Zealand Medical Journal" on violence against healthcare workers. Photo / 123rf

A nurse attacked on the job spoke about the impact on her life for a report published in the "New Zealand Medical Journal" on violence against healthcare workers. Photo / 123rf

A nurse attacked on the job spoke about the impact on her life for a report published in the "New Zealand Medical Journal" on violence against healthcare workers. Photo / 123rf

A nurse attacked on the job spoke about the impact on her life for a report published in the "New Zealand Medical Journal" on violence against healthcare workers. Photo / 123rf

Jevon McSkimming scandal: Former top cop Tania Kura slams Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and minister Mark Mitchell

7 May 2026 at 17:00
Tania Kura claims Chambers and Mitchell threw her 'under the bus' for political gain.

Tania Kura (right) says Police Commissioner Richard Chambers (top) and Police Minister Mark Mitchell "white-knighted" themselves for political gain in the aftermath of the Jevon McSkimming controversy. Photo / NZME composite

Tania Kura (right) says Police Commissioner Richard Chambers (top) and Police Minister Mark Mitchell "white-knighted" themselves for political gain in the aftermath of the Jevon McSkimming controversy. Photo / NZME composite

Tania Kura (right) says Police Commissioner Richard Chambers (top) and Police Minister Mark Mitchell "white-knighted" themselves for political gain in the aftermath of the Jevon McSkimming controversy. Photo / NZME composite

Tania Kura (right) says Police Commissioner Richard Chambers (top) and Police Minister Mark Mitchell "white-knighted" themselves for political gain in the aftermath of the Jevon McSkimming controversy. Photo / NZME composite

First-home buyers remain strong as lower interest rates save thousands in repayments

7 May 2026 at 17:00
Lower property values and reduced mortgage costs make for favourable buying conditions.

First-time buyers continue to purchase property at near record levels. Photo / 123rf

First-time buyers continue to purchase property at near record levels. Photo / 123rf

First-time buyers continue to purchase property at near record levels. Photo / 123rf

First-time buyers continue to purchase property at near record levels. Photo / 123rf

National–Labour grand coalition: Could it break MMP stalemate and minor party vetoes? - Matthew Hooton

7 May 2026 at 17:00
OPINION: National and Labour together still command around 60% of the total vote.

Could a coalition agreement between National leader Christopher Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins break NZ's MMP stalemate? Photo / Mark Mitchell

Could a coalition agreement between National leader Christopher Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins break NZ's MMP stalemate? Photo / Mark Mitchell

Could a coalition agreement between National leader Christopher Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins break NZ's MMP stalemate? Photo / Mark Mitchell

Could a coalition agreement between National leader Christopher Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins break NZ's MMP stalemate? Photo / Mark Mitchell

Media Insider: The Chase NZ host Paul Henry outruns Broadcasting Standards Authority over Indian food comments

7 May 2026 at 10:16
A complainant said the host's comments reinforced harmful racial stereotypes.

Paul Henry hosted The Chase New Zealand. Photo / Dylan Coker

Paul Henry hosted The Chase New Zealand. Photo / Dylan Coker

Paul Henry hosted The Chase New Zealand. Photo / Dylan Coker

Paul Henry hosted The Chase New Zealand. Photo / Dylan Coker

New Zealand Breakers sign sharpshooter Preston Le Gassick for NBL season

7 May 2026 at 05:23
He averaged 21.3 points and 5.8 assists for the Gold Coast Rollers.

Preston Le Gassick will be playing for the New Zealand Breakers at Spark Arena. Photo / Photosport

Preston Le Gassick will be playing for the New Zealand Breakers at Spark Arena. Photo / Photosport

Preston Le Gassick will be playing for the New Zealand Breakers at Spark Arena. Photo / Photosport

Preston Le Gassick will be playing for the New Zealand Breakers at Spark Arena. Photo / Photosport

Drone footage shows orcas hunting stingrays along Wellington south coast

7 May 2026 at 07:43
Michael Lanzensberger filmed the creatures hunting stingrays on Anzac Day.

A Wellington man has captured breathtaking drone footage of orcas hunting stingrays close to shore on the capital's south coast. Photo screengrab via video / Michael Lanzensberger

A Wellington man has captured breathtaking drone footage of orcas hunting stingrays close to shore on the capital's south coast. Photo screengrab via video / Michael Lanzensberger

A Wellington man has captured breathtaking drone footage of orcas hunting stingrays close to shore on the capital's south coast. Photo screengrab via video / Michael Lanzensberger

A Wellington man has captured breathtaking drone footage of orcas hunting stingrays close to shore on the capital's south coast. Photo screengrab via video / Michael Lanzensberger

The Olive Press collapse: Fears for local olive growers and olive oil supply

7 May 2026 at 07:40
Its former growers now face 'a disheartening choice'.

The Olive Press is closing down after 27 years operating in the Wairarapa region. Photo / The Olive Press

The Olive Press is closing down after 27 years operating in the Wairarapa region. Photo / The Olive Press

The Olive Press is closing down after 27 years operating in the Wairarapa region. Photo / The Olive Press

The Olive Press is closing down after 27 years operating in the Wairarapa region. Photo / The Olive Press
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