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New Zealand services sector ramps up growth in 2015

Growth in New Zealand's services sector accelerated last year, according to the latest performance of services index (PSI) out Tuesday.

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New Zealand government releases final TPP text as opposition mounts

​The New Zealand government on Tuesday released the legally verified text of the controversial Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal as opposition mounted ahead of next month's signing ceremony.

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Rising tourism sector challenges New Zealand's dirty dairy industry

​Tourism and dairy are New Zealand's two biggest export earners, but for how long can they develop in tandem?

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Runway safety concerns stop Air New Zealand services to Vanuatu

​The tiny Pacific island nation of Vanuatu -- still recovering from last year's Cyclone Pam -- suffered another blow Friday when New Zealand's national carrier announced it will stop flying to the capital due to safety concerns.

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TPP threatens New Zealand economic growth, environment: experts

The 12-nation Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement could inflict significant constraints on the New Zealand economy and environment, according to two expert analyses released on Friday.

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New Zealand government confirms date for TPP signing

​Ministers from 12 nations are to gather in Auckland next month to sign the disputed Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal, New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay confirmed Thursday.

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New Zealand to fly two flags in run-up to referendum

Visitors to New Zealand over the next two months will be forgiven for not recognizing the national flag as the country flies two flags over official buildings and other sites.

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Fight against palm snares unexpected users: New Zealand dairy farmers

The world's biggest dairy exporter, New Zealand's Fonterra, has found itself caught in the crossfire of an unexpected new controversy: a global environmental campaign against the destruction of rainforests.

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German Internet mogul must face U.S. piracy charges: New Zealand court

A German millionaire should be sent to the United States to face charges of Internet piracy, a New Zealand judge ruled Wednesday.

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New Zealand court says Megaupload's Dotcom can be extradited to United States

German tech entrepreneur Kim Dotcom on Wednesday lost a bid to block his extradition from New Zealand to the United States to face charges including copyright infringement and money laundering, a major victory for the U.S. Department of Justice in the long-running case.

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International child abuse investigation nets New Zealand perpetrators

Three New Zealand men have been arrested and convicted after an investigation into child abuse material on the Internet across at least 10 countries, the New Zealand Police said Tuesday.

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New Zealand scientists demand immediate action on climate change

​New Zealand's foremost scientific organization Monday called for immediate action on climate change in the wake of the UN Climate Change Conference in Paris.

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New Zealand approves colander hats and flying noodle weddings

Colander-wearing members of the Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster could soon be legally married in New Zealand after the church was approved to hold "Pastafarian" marriage ceremonies.

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Narcotics hidden in coffee table from Hong Kong: New Zealand customs

​A coffee table from Hong Kong turned out to contain about 9 million NZ dollars worth of illegal drugs when it was inspected at the New Zealand border, customs officials said Friday.

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New Zealand prime minister John Key criticised for 'rape joke' stunt

New Zealand’s prime minister, John Key, has been accused of making light of rape after participating in a radio stunt referencing sexual assault in prison.

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New Zealand ready for negotiations on EU trade deal

​The New Zealand government on Wednesday called for public submissions on the proposed free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union before negotiations are expected to officially begin in 2017.

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Fish species evolved with mountain ranges: New Zealand-led study

​New Zealand researchers said Tuesday they have discovered a rare example of how natural changes to the landscape can directly influence evolution.