ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on May 9, 2026.
French ambassador’s social media diplomacy lands poorly in Vanuatu
By Johnny Blades, RNZ Pacific senior journalist Vanuatu’s government has urged the French ambassador in Port Vila to use established diplomatic channels rather than social media to communicate his concerns about state-to-state relations. It is the latest development in a diplomatic spat that emerged this week when New Caledonia’s territorial government took umbrage at Vanuatu … <a title="" class="read-more" href="" aria-label="Read more about ">Read more</a>
Oriini Kaipara: This reeks of foul play by a NZ govt failing to win public trust
COMMENTARY: By Oriini Kaipara The treatment of Maiki Sherman has been deeply upsetting to witness. To see the first wahine Māori ever rise to the role of political editor at 1News — only to now resign under such intense public and political pressure — is heartbreaking. Maiki is one of the sharpest political journalists in … <a title="" class="read-more" href="" aria-label="Read more about ">Read more</a>
View from The Hill: Jim Chalmers on justifying broken promises
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra Even before it is delivered on Tuesday, the budget’s looming broken promises are bringing a political backlash. Anthony Albanese pledged at the election not to touch negative gearing or capital gains tax – the budget is set to alter both. … <a title="" class="read-more" href="" aria-label="Read more about ">Read more</a>
Keith Rankin Analysis – Clipping the ticket; solving Hormuz, in context
Keith Rankin – What would happen if the Strait of Hormuz was blocked by a giant earthquake? Then a pipe, tunnel, road or canal would have to be built. There would be no argument then about a portage fee being charged.
Keith Rankin Analysis – Citizenship and Denizenship in New Zealand
Keith Rankin – New Zealand is increasingly becoming a country with a high denizen-to-citizen ratio. New rules intended to make it more difficult for New Zealand permanent residents to become citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand can be expected to keep more immigrants here. That may be the intention.
Keith Rankin Analysis – Has Sweden become a de facto Apartheid Narco State?
Keith Rankin – Before mentioning crime, cocaine and apartheid, we should note that Sweden is a large-scale military systems exporter. For Sweden, the 'big gun' industry is equivalent to the dairy industry in New Zealand as a source of foreign exchange revenue.
New Caledonia provincial elections set for June but voter roll changes face criticism
By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk New Caledonia’s crucial provincial elections will be held next month on Sunday, June 28, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has announced. Lecornu’s announcement was widely relayed by New Caledonian politicians who have just participated in a video conference meeting yesterday. The announcement also came with a … <a title="" class="read-more" href="" aria-label="Read more about ">Read more</a>
Minister Anika Wells repays more than $10,000 after four travel claims found to have breached rules
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra Communications Minister Anika Wells has repaid more than $10,100, which includes a penalty, after an audit found she wrongly claimed travel expenses on four occasions. Wells said said on Friday she was “sorry for making these honest mistakes”. None of … <a title="" class="read-more" href="" aria-label="Read more about ">Read more</a>
TVNZ’s ‘first wahine Māori’ political editor Maiki Sherman resigns
RNZ News TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman has resigned, posting on social media that today, Friday, was her last day at TVNZ. The broadcaster confirmed Maiki Sherman had resigned from her role. “As the first wahine Māori to lead 1News’ political team, Maiki has made a significant contribution to our journalism,” TVNZ said in a … <a title="" class="read-more" href="" aria-label="Read more about ">Read more</a>
Richard Lewer wins Archibald Prize with radiant portrait of traditional healer Iluwanti Ken
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Aiden Magro, Art History Tutor, University of Sydney Melbourne-based artist Richard Lewer has been awarded the prestigious Archibald Prize for his life-sized portrait of senior artist and ngangkari (traditional healer) Iluwanti Ken. Though Ken is small in stature, Lewer’s portrait of her carries what the artist himself … <a title="" class="read-more" href="" aria-label="Read more about ">Read more</a>
Hackers just stole data from 9,000 schools and unis around the world. How can we protect student privacy?
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Abu Barkat ullah (Barkat), Associate Professor of Cyber Security, University of Canberra This week, US-based education technology provider Instructure announced a significant cybersecurity incident affecting its Canvas system. This is used by schools and universities around the world, including in Australia. Cyber crime group ShinyHunters has claimed … <a title="" class="read-more" href="" aria-label="Read more about ">Read more</a>
What’s next for the ISIS families? This is how ‘de-radicalisation’ programs work in Australia
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Clarke Jones, Research Fellow, Research School of Psychology, Australian National University Amid great media attention, four women and nine children with links to Islamic State have returned from Syria to Australia. Three of the women were arrested by police after touching down in Melbourne and Sydney on … <a title="" class="read-more" href="" aria-label="Read more about ">Read more</a>
Israel’s destructive actions in Lebanon are normalising war without rules
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Amra Lee, PhD candidate in Protection of Civilians, Australian National University In late April, Amal Khalil, a 43-year-old Lebanese journalist, was killed in a double-tap Israeli strike in southern Lebanon. When rescue teams tried to reach her and another injured journalist, they reportedly also came under fire. … <a title="" class="read-more" href="" aria-label="Read more about ">Read more</a>
ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for May 8, 2026
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on May 8, 2026.