Air New Zealand trials world-leading robotic technology
Air New Zealand is working with Christchurch-based robotics company Invert Robotics to trial wall climbing, camera mounted robots to carry out remote inspections on its aircraft.
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Life as a Kiwi Supply Teacher in the UK – time to travel!
These travel stories from Kiwis working in supply teaching in the UK are sure to give you wanderlust...
Maori ’emotiki’ coming soon to New Zealand
New Zealanders will soon be able to text in a Maori 'accent' as specific emojis, called 'emotiki' have been developed by the Te Puia Maori cultural centre and will be available from July.
Watch! A history of satire in New Zealand
New Zealand comedian Robbie Nicol's popular Youtube series White Man Behind a Desk takes on the history of satire in the country, revealing some interesting facts along the way.
NZC release home schedule for two seasons
New Zealand Cricket have announced the international series schedule for the next two upcoming home summers, combining a massive 98 days of international cricket involving the Black Caps.
Hesson extends contract till after 2019 World Cup
New Zealand head coach Mike Hesson has signed a new contract that will see him stay with the Black Caps until after the 2019 World Cup.
Foreign Investors in New Zealand properties to face new tax
The parliament of New Zealand could soon approve a bill that would see a new tax rolled out for those who own residential properties in the country but are not based there.
Want to get fit, but not sure where to start?
Now that all seven London O2 Touch spring leagues are underway, it's clear that there is a whole lot of fun, socialising and enjoyment going on!
Dunedin man fined after illegal hunting tragedy
A Dunedin District Court case about tragic hunting accident near Timaru last April has come to an end, with Dunedin hunter Craig Harris fine $1000 for illegal hunting.
Hamilton Zoo gives Swahili name to ‘chatty’ baby chimp
The Hamilton Zoo have given the first baby chimpanzee born at the facility a name at last, with the little one called Chiku, a Swahili name that means 'one who chatters'.
Harlequins set to host Maori All Blacks
Harlequins will host the Maori All Blacks at the Twickenham Stoop in November as part of their 150th anniversary celebrations
NASA launches super pressure balloon from Wanaka
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) successfully launched a super pressure balloon (SPB) from Wanaka Airport, New Zealand this week, on a potentially record-breaking, around-the-world test flight.
Ware nominated for Sevens Rookie of the Year award
There are four players in the running for the Sevens rookie of the year award which will be announced after the Twickenham final on Saturday, including New Zealand Sevens player Regan Ware.
Watch: NZ Prime Minister Key chucked out of parliament
If you don't obey the New Zealand Speaker of the House, you will find yourself out on your ear, even if you're Prime Minister John Key, as he discovered on Thursday.
Running Man Challenge spreads through Kiwi emergency services
In what has become an odd version of the Ice Bucket Challenge, but this time without the charity aspect, the Running Man has taken New Zealand's civil services by storm.
Rugby World Cup draw set for May 2017
World Rugby has confirmed that the RWC 2019 pool draw will take place in May 2017 with rankings again being used to place teams into bands.
Henry to help Auckland NRL side
Former All Blacks coach Graham Henry has joined league side the Warriors as a consultant to assist head coach Andrew McFadden.
Injury rules Milne out for remainder of IPL
Royal Challengers Bangalore fast bowler Adam Milne has been ruled out for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) due to a hamstring tear.
Ship salvage operation off Canterbury coast scrapped
The operation to raise sunken fishing vessel Jubilee from the depths of the ocean just off the coast of Canterbury has been abandoned, with poor weather making the attempt impossible.
All Blacks poisoned in ’95 claims bodyguard
A former police commander in South Africa has claimed that the All Blacks were poisoned before the 1995 Rugby World Cup final.
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