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March 14, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand A number of people have shared their struggles of being among the “invisible unemployed”. RNZ “We are stuck,” an out-of work stroke survivor says. On Friday RNZ reported on the “invisible unemployed”: people who have too much to qualify for a benefit, but not enough to make ends meet. The story ... <a title="Stories from the ‘invisible unemployed’" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/14/stories-from-the-invisible-unemployed/" aria-label="Read more about Stories from the ‘invisible unemployed’">Read more</a>
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March 14, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand With youth unemployment three times higher than the overall unemployment rate, university graduates are struggling to find entry level work. 123RF Three years minimum to set them up for a better career – and then new graduates discover there’s nothing out there for them, thanks to our soaring jobless numbers Dubbed ... <a title="Graduates in a battle over job wars" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/14/graduates-in-a-battle-over-job-wars/" aria-label="Read more about Graduates in a battle over job wars">Read more</a>
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March 14, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The Green Party is warning that New Zealand is facing a “perfect storm” of transport disruption after the latest ferry breakdowns and cancellations left travellers stranded and freight operators scrambling to move goods between the North and South Islands. The Interislander’s Kaiārahi has been out of service since Tuesday night because ... <a title="Green Party warns of ‘perfect storm’ as ferry breakdowns disrupt travel and freight" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/14/green-party-warns-of-perfect-storm-as-ferry-breakdowns-disrupt-travel-and-freight/" aria-label="Read more about Green Party warns of ‘perfect storm’ as ferry breakdowns disrupt travel and freight">Read more</a>
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March 13, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Ali Leiataua of the Warriors heads for the line in the round two match against the Raiders at Go Media Stadium. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz Second-rower Leka Halasima and winger Dallin Watene-Zelezniak scored a try double each, as NZ Warriors overpowered Canberra Raiders 40-6 at Auckland’s Go Media Stadium. The contest was locked ... <a title="Warriors overpower Raiders to continue winning start" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/13/warriors-overpower-raiders-to-continue-winning-start/" aria-label="Read more about Warriors overpower Raiders to continue winning start">Read more</a>
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March 13, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Ali Leiataua of the Warriors heads for the line in the round two match against the Raiders at Go Media Stadium. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz Second-rower Leka Halasima and winger Dallin Watene-Zelezniak scored a try double each, as NZ Warriors overpowered Canberra Raiders 38-6 at Auckland’s Go Media Stadium. The contest was locked ... <a title="NRL: Warriors v Raiders" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/13/nrl-warriors-v-raiders/" aria-label="Read more about NRL: Warriors v Raiders">Read more</a>
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March 13, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Hurricanes half back Cam Roigard kicks ahead during the Super Rugby Pacific game against the Western Force. Kerry Marshall / www.photosport.nz After an error-ridden first 40, a disjointed looking Hurricanes side went to the sheds trailing the Force 8-5 at McLean Park. Cue the cavalry. Bolstered by their bench, the Hurricanes ... <a title="Hurricanes close out third win after early scare against Western Force" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/13/hurricanes-close-out-third-win-after-early-scare-against-western-force/" aria-label="Read more about Hurricanes close out third win after early scare against Western Force">Read more</a>
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March 13, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The child was taken to the hospital in a serious condition Supplied / St John A child has been seriously injured after being hit by a car in Invercargill. Police said emergency services were called to the McDonald’s on Dee Street at 7 pm. The child was taken to the hospital ... <a title="Child seriously hurt after being hit by car at McDonald’s" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/13/child-seriously-hurt-after-being-hit-by-car-at-mcdonalds/" aria-label="Read more about Child seriously hurt after being hit by car at McDonald’s">Read more</a>
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March 13, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand A person has been hit by a truck on Titi Road. Google Maps A pedestrian has died after being hit by a truck in Mauku, west of Pukekohe. Police say he died at the scene. The crash happened at 3.22pm on Titi Road. The Serious Crash Unit and Commercial Vehicle Safety ... <a title="Person hit by truck in Mauku, nea Pukekohe" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/13/person-hit-by-truck-in-mauku-nea-pukekohe/" aria-label="Read more about Person hit by truck in Mauku, nea Pukekohe">Read more</a>
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March 13, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand’s first full rubber road has been laid in Glentunnel, in the Selwyn district. RNZ / Tim Brown New Zealand’s first full rubber road has been laid in Glentunnel, in the Selwyn district. The local council is trialling three rubber surfaces on Glentunnel Domain Road with the possibility of rubber-based ... <a title="First rubber road laid in New Zealand is made from recycled tyres" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/13/first-rubber-road-laid-in-new-zealand-is-made-from-recycled-tyres/" aria-label="Read more about First rubber road laid in New Zealand is made from recycled tyres">Read more</a>
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March 13, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The war in the Middle East and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up fuel prices. RNZ / Dan Cook An energy sustainability expert thinks driving more efficiently could help the country get ahead of any future petrol shortages. The war in the Middle East and the closure ... <a title="Driving more efficiently could help save fuel as prices spike" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/13/driving-more-efficiently-could-help-save-fuel-as-prices-spike/" aria-label="Read more about Driving more efficiently could help save fuel as prices spike">Read more</a>
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March 13, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf.com Wastewater testing is showing an increase in Covid cases, and hospitalisations are on the rise as New Zealand enters it’s ninth Covid wave. National Clinical Director of the Public Health Service Dr Susan Jack told Checkpoint many people aren’t testing for Covid, and the best way to track numbers is ... <a title="Wastewater testing shows Covid cases increasing" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/13/wastewater-testing-shows-covid-cases-increasing/" aria-label="Read more about Wastewater testing shows Covid cases increasing">Read more</a>
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March 13, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The Hurricanes return home from a demolition job of the Waratahs to take on the Western Force in Napier. Meanwhile, the Force’s New Zealand tour resumes after a high-scoring defeat to the Highlanders last week. Kickoff is at 7.05pm. Hurricanes: 1. Pouri Rakete-Stones. 2. Jacob Devery. 3. Pasilio Tosi. 4. Caleb ... <a title="Live: Hurricanes v Western Force – Super Rugby Pacific" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/03/13/live-hurricanes-v-western-force-super-rugby-pacific/" aria-label="Read more about Live: Hurricanes v Western Force – Super Rugby Pacific">Read more</a>
