New Zealand

Researchers from Australia and New Zealand have discovered fossils from 16 species, including a new ancestor of the kākāpō parrot, in a cave near Waitomo on the North Island. The remains, dating back about one million years, reveal waves of extinction driven by volcanic eruptions and climate shifts long before human arrival. The find fills a major gap in the country's fossil record.

March 16, 2026 Reported by AI

US singer-songwriter Alex Warren has announced a seven-date arena tour across Australia and New Zealand for August and September 2026. The shows follow his eight sold-out performances in the region less than a year prior. Tickets go on sale March 20 at 11 a.m. local time.

Fears are growing in the honey market as supply tightens following another poor harvest, even while demand continues to surge. This comes amid broader positive signals in New Zealand's agricultural sectors.

March 04, 2026 Reported by AI

New Zealand won the toss and elected to bowl first against unbeaten South Africa in the first semi-final of the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Cole McConchie and Rachin Ravindra took key wickets to limit South Africa to 169 for eight, with Marco Jansen unbeaten on 55. The Black Caps now need 170 to reach the final in Ahmedabad.

Adventure rider Chris Birch features his modified 2025 KTM 500 EXC-F in a new video sponsored by Kreiga. The film captures a two-day adventure through New Zealand's landscapes with two skilled companions. It highlights the bike's performance during the staged ride.

February 24, 2026 Reported by AI

The first wave of New Zealand's Domestic Visitor Survey, released in February 2026, provides insights into local travel behaviors and intentions. Tourism Minister Louise Upston has welcomed the data, which highlights strong domestic tourism contributing 60 percent of total expenditure. The survey reveals high travel activity and future plans among New Zealanders.