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Month: February 2026

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More hospitality and tourism workers report harassment, bullying at work

February 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand A third of those surveyed said they planned to quit in the next year. Unsplash / Amie Johnson More than a third of hospitality and tourism workers say they have been pressured into working while sick, not taking holidays or going without other minimum protections. More than a third reported harassment ... <a title="More hospitality and tourism workers report harassment, bullying at work" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/more-hospitality-and-tourism-workers-report-harassment-bullying-at-work/" aria-label="Read more about More hospitality and tourism workers report harassment, bullying at work">Read more</a>

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New Zealand Golf Open: All you need to know

February 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Australian Ryan Peake is back to defend his New Zealand Open golf title, he won at Millbrook Resort in 2025. © Mogie Adamchik 2025 The format, the contenders, the history, the ambassadors, plenty of highlights ahead of golf’s New Zealand Open. The tournament New Zealand Golf Open, 26 February – 1 ... <a title="New Zealand Golf Open: All you need to know" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/new-zealand-golf-open-all-you-need-to-know/" aria-label="Read more about New Zealand Golf Open: All you need to know">Read more</a>

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‘Everyone can tell you a dog war story’ – Te Puna residents battle wandering dogs

February 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand A Te Puna resident says his grandchildren no longer walk around the small seaside town for fear of aggressive, roaming dogs. Tommy Wilson, an author and grandfather, carries a golf club following dog attacks on the east side of Te Puna, on the outskirts of Tauranga. One woman, who did not ... <a title="‘Everyone can tell you a dog war story’ – Te Puna residents battle wandering dogs" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/everyone-can-tell-you-a-dog-war-story-te-puna-residents-battle-wandering-dogs/" aria-label="Read more about ‘Everyone can tell you a dog war story’ – Te Puna residents battle wandering dogs">Read more</a>

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Dating apps are facilitating LGBTQ+ hate crimes. How can users stay safe?

February 25, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Kath Albury, Professor of Media and Communication and Associate Investigator, ARC Centre of Excellence for Automated Decision-Making + Society, Swinburne University of Technology Gay and bisexual people in Australia are being targeted in violent attacks facilitated through dating and social media apps. A recent investigation by the ... <a title="Dating apps are facilitating LGBTQ+ hate crimes. How can users stay safe?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/dating-apps-are-facilitating-lgbtq-hate-crimes-how-can-users-stay-safe-276862/" aria-label="Read more about Dating apps are facilitating LGBTQ+ hate crimes. How can users stay safe?">Read more</a>

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Cortisol ‘spikes’ are normal, so when is cortisol a real problem?

February 25, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Ann McCormack, Conjoint Associate Professor in Endocrinology, UNSW Sydney You may have noticed a plethora of reels and posts on social media claiming cortisol “spikes” are harmful. Some warn against drinking coffee on an empty stomach or even doing certain exercises lest they “spike” your cortisol levels. ... <a title="Cortisol ‘spikes’ are normal, so when is cortisol a real problem?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/cortisol-spikes-are-normal-so-when-is-cortisol-a-real-problem-267006/" aria-label="Read more about Cortisol ‘spikes’ are normal, so when is cortisol a real problem?">Read more</a>

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Why India joining the US alliance on AI tech is an opportunity for Australia

February 25, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Arup George, Research Manager, UNSW Sydney India has formally joined the United States’ flagship international alliance on artificial intelligence (AI) supply chain security: “Pax Silica”. Officials from both countries signed the Pax Silica declaration on the sidelines of a major AI summit in New Delhi last week. ... <a title="Why India joining the US alliance on AI tech is an opportunity for Australia" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/why-india-joining-the-us-alliance-on-ai-tech-is-an-opportunity-for-australia-274115/" aria-label="Read more about Why India joining the US alliance on AI tech is an opportunity for Australia">Read more</a>

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MediMap hack: Pharmacists implement manual system to maintain safe care levels

February 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand MediMap is used by some health providers in aged care, disability, hospice and the community to accurately record medication doses and pharmacists say it going offline has caused “significant disruption”. RNZ/Calvin Samuel Pharmacies are falling back on their emergency back-up plans to distribute medication, and doing a lot of unpaid leg-work ... <a title="MediMap hack: Pharmacists implement manual system to maintain safe care levels" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/medimap-hack-pharmacists-implement-manual-system-to-maintain-safe-care-levels/" aria-label="Read more about MediMap hack: Pharmacists implement manual system to maintain safe care levels">Read more</a>

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Super Rugby Preview: Australia top the table, a century for Dalton Papali’i, rematch of ’25 final

February 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand The Brumbies and Waratahs both sit above the kiwi sides after two rounds of Super Rugby. Jeremy Ward / www.photosport.nz After two rounds, the Aussies lead the pack. The Brumbies and Waratahs are setting the pace with New Zealand-based sides occupying spots three to eight. The lowest placed of those six ... <a title="Super Rugby Preview: Australia top the table, a century for Dalton Papali’i, rematch of ’25 final" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/super-rugby-preview-australia-top-the-table-a-century-for-dalton-papalii-rematch-of-25-final/" aria-label="Read more about Super Rugby Preview: Australia top the table, a century for Dalton Papali’i, rematch of ’25 final">Read more</a>

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MediMap hack: Pharmacists implement manuel system to maintain safe care levels

February 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand MediMap is used by some health providers in aged care, disability, hospice and the community to accurately record medication doses and pharmacists say it going offline has caused “significant disruption”. RNZ/Calvin Samuel Pharmacies are falling back on their emergency back-up plans to distribute medication, and doing a lot of unpaid leg-work ... <a title="MediMap hack: Pharmacists implement manuel system to maintain safe care levels" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/medimap-hack-pharmacists-implement-manuel-system-to-maintain-safe-care-levels/" aria-label="Read more about MediMap hack: Pharmacists implement manuel system to maintain safe care levels">Read more</a>

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Homes evacuated in Central Otago as fire threatens properties

February 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Nate McKinnon At least eight houses have been evacuated in Central Otago as a quick moving fire threatens properties. Fire and Emergency says it was called to a large grassfire that was threatening structures in the Springvale area near Clyde before 3.30pm. The fire was 400 metres by 400 ... <a title="Homes evacuated in Central Otago as fire threatens properties" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/homes-evacuated-in-central-otago-as-fire-threatens-properties/" aria-label="Read more about Homes evacuated in Central Otago as fire threatens properties">Read more</a>

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Ultra-processed food marketing needs tougher regulations – researcher

February 25, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand A university researcher who tracks the amount of ultra-processed products and ingredients coming into New Zealand is calling for stronger regulations around marketing, especially to children. Ultra-processed foods are not just junk food, but anything full of chemical based preservatives, emulsifiers, sweeteners like high fructose corn syrup, hydrogenated fats, and artificial ... <a title="Ultra-processed food marketing needs tougher regulations – researcher" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/ultra-processed-food-marketing-needs-tougher-regulations-researcher/" aria-label="Read more about Ultra-processed food marketing needs tougher regulations – researcher">Read more</a>

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I’m educated and a fan of science. So why do I follow superstitions?

February 25, 2026

Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Micah Goldwater, Associate Professor, School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, University of Sydney As kids, many of us are told that if we go outside with wet hair, we’ll catch a cold. And as adults, we might spend an extra few minutes drying our hair before stepping ... <a title="I’m educated and a fan of science. So why do I follow superstitions?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/25/im-educated-and-a-fan-of-science-so-why-do-i-follow-superstitions-276398/" aria-label="Read more about I’m educated and a fan of science. So why do I follow superstitions?">Read more</a>