Australia is asking New Zealand for advice on the threat of bird flu

Australia is asking New Zealand for advice on how to deal with the “unprecedented threat” of an explosion of a dangerous strain of bird flu. So far, both countries and the entire Pacific region have been spared the deadly H5N1 strain of bird flu, which has caused death, disease and reduced egg production in millions … Read more

New Zealand dominates the waves in their America's Cup opener with GB

New Zealand beat Great Britain in the opening race of the America's Cup, with the defending champions extending their early lead after storming off the start just ahead of their challengers. The win gives New Zealand a 1-0 lead in the first-to-seven competition, with co-drivers Peter Burling and Nathan Outteridge delivering a calm and composed … Read more

New Zealand companies as likely AUKUS partners

Former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark has fired a new broadside against the government over its changed strategic direction after it was confirmed that Wellington was consulting with AUKUS members about New Zealand's participation in the military cooperation treaty. Under the agreement, Australia will have nuclear-powered submarines by the 2030s and begin building its … Read more