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January 19, 2026
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Samuel Garrett, Research Associate, United States Studies Centre, University of Sydney A year into US President Donald Trump’s second term, his record use of executive orders, impoundment of government spending, and military interventions in Venezuela and Iran have sparked criticisms from Democrats and even some Republicans. They ... <a title="Congress’ power has been diminishing for years, leaving Trump to act with impunity" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/congress-power-has-been-diminishing-for-years-leaving-trump-to-act-with-impunity-273099/" aria-label="Read more about Congress’ power has been diminishing for years, leaving Trump to act with impunity">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Jordan Tewhaiti-Smith, Research Fellow in Gynaecology, Medical Research Institute of New Zealand Annette Riedl/Getty Images For tens of thousands of New Zealanders, endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain are lived quietly – through cancelled plans, lost jobs and years of being told their pain is “normal”. Now, we ... <a title="Chronic pelvic pain and endometriosis affect thousands in NZ – a new study reveals the staggering cost" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/chronic-pelvic-pain-and-endometriosis-affect-thousands-in-nz-a-new-study-reveals-the-staggering-cost-271715/" aria-label="Read more about Chronic pelvic pain and endometriosis affect thousands in NZ – a new study reveals the staggering cost">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Hunter Bennett, Lecturer in Exercise Science, Adelaide University Westend61/Getty Images Running with your kids can be a great way to spend time together and build some healthy habits. But when is the right age is to start? Unfortunately, it’s not as simple as just choosing a number. ... <a title="When can my kids start going for a run with me?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/when-can-my-kids-start-going-for-a-run-with-me-270681/" aria-label="Read more about When can my kids start going for a run with me?">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Natalina Zlatevska, Professor of Marketing, University of Technology Sydney The scope and breadth of natural disasters facing Australia right now can feel overwhelming. Victoria, still reeling from disastrous, widespread bushfires, faced a new threat last week as a “historic deluge” caused flash flooding in several coastal towns. ... <a title="What makes people more likely to give to charity after a disaster: new research" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/what-makes-people-more-likely-to-give-to-charity-after-a-disaster-new-research-273217/" aria-label="Read more about What makes people more likely to give to charity after a disaster: new research">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand A slip on State Highway 2 through the Waioweka Gorge. Supplied/NZTA State Highway 2 through the Waioweka Gorge is expected to remain closed for several weeks. A rescue was launched on Friday after extensive damage, caused by heavy rain, left more than 40 people stranded. More than 320 millimetres of rain ... <a title="Dozens of slips close State Highway 2 through Waioweka Gorge after wild weather" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/dozens-of-slips-close-state-highway-2-through-waioweka-gorge-after-wild-weather/" aria-label="Read more about Dozens of slips close State Highway 2 through Waioweka Gorge after wild weather">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand A group of people at the Army Bay rock pools. MARK LENTON / SUPPLIED The government is making moves to stop people stripping rock pools of sealife in north Auckland. On Saturday, more than 100 Whangaparāoa residents protested against what they say are busloads of people plucking out everything from crabs ... <a title="Government considering ban on rock pool harvesting in Auckland" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/government-considering-ban-on-rock-pool-harvesting-in-auckland/" aria-label="Read more about Government considering ban on rock pool harvesting in Auckland">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Isaac Hughes doubled Wellington’s advantage shortly after the hour mark. AAP / Photosport The Wellington Phoenix continued their unbeaten start to 2026 with another statement win on the road. The Phoenix upset second-placed Sydney FC 2-0 at Allianz Stadium in Sydney, a fortnight after knocking over the then third-placed Roar 3-0 ... <a title="Phoenix continue unbeaten start to year" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/phoenix-continue-unbeaten-start-to-year/" aria-label="Read more about Phoenix continue unbeaten start to year">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Daniel Hillier. photosport An in-form Daniel Hillier surged to the late lead before settling for runner-up honours and a healthy pay-day at the Dubai Invitational. The New Zealand golfer finished alone in second place behind Spaniard Nacho Elvira, who managed a par on his final hole to finish on 10-under, one ... <a title="Fast-finishing Daniel Hillier gets second place at Dubai Invitational" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/fast-finishing-daniel-hillier-gets-second-place-at-dubai-invitational/" aria-label="Read more about Fast-finishing Daniel Hillier gets second place at Dubai Invitational">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Wegovy slimming medication at a pharmacy in Berlin. AFP / Jens Kalaene Pharmac is seeking clinical advice on whether weight loss medication should be funded. New Zealand has the third-highest adult obesity rate in the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). One in three people over the age of 15 ... <a title="Funding Wegovy will save taxpayer money in long run – specialist" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/funding-wegovy-will-save-taxpayer-money-in-long-run-specialist/" aria-label="Read more about Funding Wegovy will save taxpayer money in long run – specialist">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Trade Minister Todd McLay announce the conclusion of free trade negotiations with India in December. RNZ / Mark Papalii Explainer – Trade Minister Todd McClay and his Indian counterpart, Piyush Goyal, announced the recommencement of free trade negotiations as part of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s trip ... <a title="What exactly will New Zealand’s free trade deal with India mean?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/what-exactly-will-new-zealands-free-trade-deal-with-india-mean/" aria-label="Read more about What exactly will New Zealand’s free trade deal with India mean?">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Maya Mateja (L) and Billy Stairmand celebrate their national championship surfing titles. photosport Raglan surfers Billy Stairmand and Maya Mateja have picked up the premier prizes at the national surfing championships north of Gisborne. It was ninth national title for Stairmand, while 17-year-old Mateja bagged her second crown, with both handling ... <a title="Raglan surfers clinch titles at national championships" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/raglan-surfers-clinch-titles-at-national-championships/" aria-label="Read more about Raglan surfers clinch titles at national championships">Read more</a>
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January 19, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Ally Wollaston (R) after winning stage one of the Tour Down Under. photosport Ally Wollaston will take a 14-second lead into the third and final stage of the Tour Down Under after dominating the first two days of the World Tour race in Adelaide. Wollaston powered to victory in each of ... <a title="Dominant Ally Wollaston in box seat to win Tour Down Under" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/01/19/dominant-ally-wollaston-in-box-seat-to-win-tour-down-under/" aria-label="Read more about Dominant Ally Wollaston in box seat to win Tour Down Under">Read more</a>
