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May 8, 2026
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Chris Ogden, Associate Professor in Global Studies, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau After weeks of blockades by Iran and the United States in the Strait of Hormuz, it’s clear the narrow waterway is now pivotal to the outcome of the conflict. The US has begun to ... <a title="Iran wants oil tariffs paid in Chinese yuan – is the power of the US petrodollar in decline?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/iran-wants-oil-tariffs-paid-in-chinese-yuan-is-the-power-of-the-us-petrodollar-in-decline-281858/" aria-label="Read more about Iran wants oil tariffs paid in Chinese yuan – is the power of the US petrodollar in decline?">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Winter sports are kicking into gear, and so too will be some truly dismal sideline behaviour from parents. Abuse hurled at coaches, referees, and even players has been on the rise. About 60 percent of coaches and referees in Auckland report inappropriate behaviour at least once or twice a season, according ... <a title="How to behave on the sideline at winter sports" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/how-to-behave-on-the-sideline-at-winter-sports/" aria-label="Read more about How to behave on the sideline at winter sports">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The Kaitaki Interislander ferry in Wellington Harbour. KiwiRail Wellington’s harbourmaster says there’s still a critical risk to people’s lives and the environment without an emergency tug boat in the Cook Strait. The Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) released its report into the Kaitaki ferry stranding on Thursday, saying a marine disaster ... <a title="Wellington harbourmaster pleads for emergency tug boat" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/wellington-harbourmaster-pleads-for-emergency-tug-boat/" aria-label="Read more about Wellington harbourmaster pleads for emergency tug boat">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand A Christchurch post shop with a difference is set to close as NZ Post moves to shut more than 140 counters around the country, devastating customers who say it is vital community hub. Staff and volunteers at Stanmore Book and Post in Linwood had hoped for a reprieve because of its ... <a title="‘Much more than a postal service’: 140-year-old Christchurch shop to close" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/much-more-than-a-postal-service-140-year-old-christchurch-shop-to-close/" aria-label="Read more about ‘Much more than a postal service’: 140-year-old Christchurch shop to close">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand canoe sprint paddlers Aimee Fisher and Dame Lisa Carrington. PHOTOSPORT Dame Lisa Carrington won’t compete in the opening Canoe Sprint World Cup regatta in Hungary this weekend. Dame Lisa was initially named in the K4 500m starting line-up alongside Olivia Brett, Greer Morley and Lucy Matehaere. However Aimee Fisher, ... <a title="Dame Lisa Carrington replaced in K4 crew for World Cup regatta" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/dame-lisa-carrington-replaced-in-k4-crew-for-world-cup-regatta/" aria-label="Read more about Dame Lisa Carrington replaced in K4 crew for World Cup regatta">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The Highlanders welcome back Caleb Tangitau for their clash at home against the Waratahs. photosport The scrap for playoff spots is well and truly on. Super Rugby Pacific enters its 13th round and things are looking very good for New Zealand. The top four spots are occupied by the Hurricanes, Blues, ... <a title="Super Rugby preview: Derby season kicks off, Roigard out, Tangitau back" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/super-rugby-preview-derby-season-kicks-off-roigard-out-tangitau-back/" aria-label="Read more about Super Rugby preview: Derby season kicks off, Roigard out, Tangitau back">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF The failure of the economy to fire up means New Zealanders will spend five fewer days paying tax this year. Business advisory network Baker Tilly Staples Rodway estimated the total tax take rose 1.9 percent on last year, which meant New Zealanders would spend just 130 days paying tax this ... <a title="New Zealanders to spend less time paying tax" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/new-zealanders-to-spend-less-time-paying-tax/" aria-label="Read more about New Zealanders to spend less time paying tax">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Butter is not the only item that has a higher price when made in New Zealand. Supplied New Zealand is exporting much of its premium product – and then importing cheaper options for New Zealand shoppers, economists say. Pak’nSave’s move to sell United States butter more cheaply than local butter has ... <a title="The world is getting the best of New Zealand while we’re eating cheap imports" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/the-world-is-getting-the-best-of-new-zealand-while-were-eating-cheap-imports/" aria-label="Read more about The world is getting the best of New Zealand while we’re eating cheap imports">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Christopher Longhurst was denied the chance to speak. Supplied A group of abuse survivors is boycotting an apology by the Marist Brothers in Auckland, while another is set to protest outside. They say survivors have been blocked from speaking at the event and that the “so-called apology” is immoral and fraudulent. ... <a title="Survivors boycotting Marist Brothers apology" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/survivors-boycotting-marist-brothers-apology/" aria-label="Read more about Survivors boycotting Marist Brothers apology">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Screenshot / MetService The South Island is in for a double dose of heavy rain as back-to-back storms lash New Zealand. MetService has issued a heavy rain warning for the Buller, Gray and Westland Districts, Tasman District northwest of Motueka, Ranges of Nelson and Marlborough between Nelson City and the Awatere ... <a title="South Island in for a double dose of heavy rain" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/south-island-in-for-a-double-dose-of-heavy-rain/" aria-label="Read more about South Island in for a double dose of heavy rain">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Matt Cardy/Getty Images via CNN Newsource Social media giant Meta is expanding its protections for New Zealand teenagers, giving parents extra controls over what their children see online. Teen Accounts on Instagram, Facebook and Messenger feature built-in restrictions on content, as well as time limit reminders and ways for parents to ... <a title="Meta expanding protections for New Zealand teenagers" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/meta-expanding-protections-for-new-zealand-teenagers/" aria-label="Read more about Meta expanding protections for New Zealand teenagers">Read more</a>
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May 8, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Police scuffle with pro-Palestinian protesters during a demonstration against Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit to Australia in Sydney on 9 February, 2026. AFP Is New Zealand about to get its own version of a law that caused uproar in New South Wales, clashes in Sydney’s streets and that has now been ... <a title="Law Society worried Policing Amendment Bill could lead to clampdown on political protest" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/05/08/law-society-worried-policing-amendment-bill-could-lead-to-clampdown-on-political-protest/" aria-label="Read more about Law Society worried Policing Amendment Bill could lead to clampdown on political protest">Read more</a>
