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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The owner of an Island Bay pharmacy says he had been lucky to find no extra damage after flood waters ripped through the property on Monday. Wellington’s south coast was one of the worst affected areas during yesterday’s flooding. Unichem owner Duncan Sutherland said he sandbagged the shop overnight, and was ... <a title="‘Hopefully the last of it’: Flood water tears through Wellington pharmacy" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/hopefully-the-last-of-it-flood-water-tears-through-wellington-pharmacy/" aria-label="Read more about ‘Hopefully the last of it’: Flood water tears through Wellington pharmacy">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Graphic artist Ant Sang made a name for himself as head designer of the hit animated series Bro’Townin the early 2000s. But he’s never tackled animation and always felt “like a bit of a faker”, he told RNZ’s Culture 101. “People meet me and they assume that I can do the ... <a title="Bro’Town creator no long a ‘faker’, bringing Kung Fu short film to life" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/brotown-creator-no-long-a-faker-bringing-kung-fu-short-film-to-life/" aria-label="Read more about Bro’Town creator no long a ‘faker’, bringing Kung Fu short film to life">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf Microsoft is boosting its commitment to improving New Zealanders’ skills in artificial intelligence. The company says it is pledging to provide digital and AI training for 200,000 New Zealanders by 2028. It follows an earlier commitment in 2024 to train 100,000 New Zealanders. Microsoft Australia and New Zealand president Jane ... <a title="Microsoft announces boost in NZ AI training" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/microsoft-announces-boost-in-nz-ai-training/" aria-label="Read more about Microsoft announces boost in NZ AI training">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Follow all the cricket action as the Black Caps take on Bangladesh in their second one day international at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur. It’s the second of three ODI matches, followed by three T20I series matches, taking place during the Black Caps tour of Bangladesh. First ball is at 5pm ... <a title="Tough grind for Black Caps as Bangladesh wins by six wickets in second one-dayer" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/tough-grind-for-black-caps-as-bangladesh-wins-by-six-wickets-in-second-one-dayer/" aria-label="Read more about Tough grind for Black Caps as Bangladesh wins by six wickets in second one-dayer">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Christopher Luxon visits Swaminarayan Akshardham temple in New Delhi, India, in March 2025. RNZ / Marika Khabazi New Zealand’s Indian community has welcomed the government’s decision to sign a long-awaited free trade agreement with India next week in New Delhi, describing it as a major milestone in bilateral trade ties. Trade ... <a title="Indian community welcomes ‘momentous’ free trade deal" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/indian-community-welcomes-momentous-free-trade-deal/" aria-label="Read more about Indian community welcomes ‘momentous’ free trade deal">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Follow updates in our live blog above. The prime minister says he has the full support of his caucus, as National MPs gather in Wellington for the first time in nearly three weeks. Parliament’s first sitting day since 2 April comes after a 1News-Verian poll showing the government would be out ... <a title="Live: Christopher Luxon faces caucus for first time in weeks" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/live-christopher-luxon-faces-caucus-for-first-time-in-weeks/" aria-label="Read more about Live: Christopher Luxon faces caucus for first time in weeks">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF As margins tighten, some small and medium-sized businesses are turning to family members to help keep their operations running. However, legal risks can arise when a family “helper” is later found to have effectively been an employee. Employment lawyers say that when a family relationship unravels due to issues such ... <a title="What to know about working for your family" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/what-to-know-about-working-for-your-family/" aria-label="Read more about What to know about working for your family">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand NZ Police/Supplied There has been no update overnight in the search for a Wellington man, reported missing after flash floods hit the capital. A family member called emergency services around 7am on Monday after being unable to make contact with Philip Sutton, who is aged in his 60s. Sutton’s Karori South ... <a title="Wellington man Philip Sutton still missing after flooding" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/wellington-man-philip-sutton-still-missing-after-flooding/" aria-label="Read more about Wellington man Philip Sutton still missing after flooding">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Anzac Day is Saturday, but the holiday will also be marked on Monday with a public holiday. RNZ / Reece Baker Anzac Day is coming, and it’s one of the holidays when many businesses must close for part of the day. On Anzac Day, most shops need to stay shut for ... <a title="Anzac Day: What’s open and what’s closed and when?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/anzac-day-whats-open-and-whats-closed-and-when/" aria-label="Read more about Anzac Day: What’s open and what’s closed and when?">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand For many midlife women busily juggling work and care responsibilities, an evening glass of wine can feel like the perfect antidote. But that everyday habit comes with real risks. Beyond the familiar hangover, alcohol is linked to at least seven types of cancer, including breast, bowel, mouth and throat cancer. Even ... <a title="Dying for a drink? How midlife NZ women think about alcohol" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/dying-for-a-drink-how-midlife-nz-women-think-about-alcohol/" aria-label="Read more about Dying for a drink? How midlife NZ women think about alcohol">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Bruce the disabled kea has achieved social dominance with an innovative fighting technique. Supplied / Ximena Nelson A disabled kea has achieved social dominance with an innovative fighting technique. Though he lacks the top half of his beak, Bruce keeps a stiff upper lip. Using his lower mandible as a spear, ... <a title="Disabled kea achieves social dominance with one-of-a-kind ‘jousting’ technique" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/disabled-kea-achieves-social-dominance-with-one-of-a-kind-jousting-technique/" aria-label="Read more about Disabled kea achieves social dominance with one-of-a-kind ‘jousting’ technique">Read more</a>
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April 21, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Businesses around Christchurch’s new stadium are buzzing about the first sports match at the $683 million arena on Friday night and making preparations for an influx of patrons. The Crusaders will play the New South Wales Waratahs in Super Rugby Pacific’s Super Round in front of 25,000 people at One New ... <a title="Businesses amped for first sports event at Christchurch’s One NZ Stadium" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/04/21/businesses-amped-for-first-sports-event-at-christchurchs-one-nz-stadium/" aria-label="Read more about Businesses amped for first sports event at Christchurch’s One NZ Stadium">Read more</a>
