World Leaders Eye New Zealand’s Nuclear-Free Legacy as Global Tensions Rise
New Zealand’s nuclear-free stance is attracting global attention as world tensions rise. But can our 40-year commitment survive the harsh realities of Pacific geopolitics?
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NZ Sport Funding Crisis: High Performance Sport NZ Faces $15M Budget Shortfall
High Performance Sport New Zealand faces a $15 million budget shortfall threatening to gut elite athlete programmes ahead of the 2028 Olympics. Government cuts and declining sponsorship force tough decisions on which sports survive the funding crisis.
Auckland’s Café Culture Crisis: How Rising Rents Are Killing Our Lifestyle Hubs
Auckland’s café culture faces crisis as commercial rents surge 40%, forcing 127 independent coffee spots to close since January 2025. Community hubs that define the city’s lifestyle are disappearing as chain stores move into former neighbourhood gathering places.
Environment Crisis: New Zealand’s Carbon Zero Target Faces Reality Check as Emissions Rise
New Zealand’s carbon emissions jumped 2.4% in 2025, marking three consecutive years of growth and threatening our net-zero commitments. Despite billions in climate investment, transport and agriculture sectors continue driving emissions upward, exposing the gap between environmental rhetoric and reality.
World Markets Brace as New Zealand’s Carbon Tax Sparks Global Trade Tensions
New Zealand’s proposed carbon border tax is creating international tensions as major trading partners threaten retaliation. The policy risks isolating New Zealand economically while achieving questionable environmental benefits.