RNZ's Articles
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Nelson startup Maidenfleet plans crewless fishing boats within five years
Nelson startup Maidenfleet is developing crewless fishing vessels guided from shore, aiming to launch prototypes within five years and reshape NZ's inshore fishing industry.
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Fiordland kayak documentary wins top NZ prize at Mountain Film Festival
Three friends spent 100 days kayaking and tramping through Fiordland with no plan. Their documentary just won Best NZ Film at the Mountain Film Festival.
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Caulerpa patch found at Smugglers Bay treated within 24 hours, no further spread detected
A caulerpa patch found at Smugglers Bay was treated within 24 hours using proven methods. No further spread detected, but boaties are urged to check their gear.
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Wellington south coast evacuation order takes effect at 9am Tuesday as 10.5m swells loom
Wellington's south coast faces mandatory evacuation as 10.5m swells threaten Cook Strait. Stay away from beaches and coastal roads on Tuesday 9 June.
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Cook Strait ferries cancelled as 8-metre swells set to batter Wellington coast Tuesday
Cook Strait ferries cancelled as 8-metre swells threaten Wellington and Wairarapa coasts. Civil Defence urges coastal residents to evacuate and avoid the water.
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SeaLink ferry completed Hauraki Gulf crossing after losing both life rafts overboard
A SeaLink car ferry completed its Auckland crossing after losing both life rafts overboard in rough Hauraki Gulf swells. All 30 passengers arrived safely.
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Hahei survey finds 72 per cent support entry fees for international visitors at Cathedral Cove
72% of Hahei households support charging international visitors to visit Cathedral Cove, with locals calling for funds to maintain tracks and improve facilities.
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El Nino odds at 95 percent as dry spring and summer forecast for much of New Zealand
Climate authorities put El Nino odds at 95%. Much of NZ faces a dry spring and summer in 2025-26, with fire risk and water shortages a growing concern.
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NZ yachtsman pumps flooding boat 180km to shore after trans-Tasman rescue standoff
Graeme Francis spent 16 hours manually pumping his flooding yacht across 180km of rough seas after rescue was impossible. His preparation made the difference.
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Wanaka man survives hour in 10-degree water after Coastguard volunteers pull him from lake
Coastguard volunteers saved a Wanaka man after he spent nearly an hour in 10-degree lake water. A vital reminder to always wear a lifejacket and check forecasts.
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Storm threatens flooding and road closures from Fiordland to Northland over King's Birthday weekend
A powerful storm threatens flooding and road closures from Fiordland to Northland over King's Birthday weekend. Check warnings before heading out on the water.
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Underwater drones to speed hull inspections at Auckland, Tauranga and Lyttelton ports
New Zealand Customs is deploying underwater drones at Auckland, Tauranga and Lyttelton ports to boost hull inspections and intercept drug smuggling.
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