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New Zealand court declares Uber drivers as employees in landmark ruling

In a landmark ruling, the Employment Court of New Zealand has declared four Uber drivers as proper employees of the company, paving the way for other countries to follow the suit

For the first time, women outnumber men in New Zealand's parliament

For the first time in New Zealand's history, a majority of lawmakers are women. Soraya Peke-Mason from the liberal Labour Party was sworn in to Parliament on Tuesday, replacing former Speaker Trevor Mallard, who left to become ambassador to Ireland. With the resignation of another male lawmaker, it has tipped the balance in Parliament to 60 women and 59 men. Whilst it's a special day for me, I think it's historic for New Zealand, Peke-Mason told reporters. The milestone places New Zealand among a half-dozen nations in the world that this year can claim at least 50% female representation in their parliaments, according to the Inter-Parliamentary Union. Other nations include Cuba, Mexico, Nicaragua, Rwanda and the United Arab Emirates. Globally, about 26% of lawmakers are women, according to the union. New Zealand has a history of strong female representation. In 1893, it became the first nation to allow women to vote. Current Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is the nation's third fema

T20 World Cup: Smith set to miss Australia's opener against New Zealand

In and out of the squad in recent times, former Australia captain Steve Smith is set to miss his country's opening match in the Men's T20 World Cup 2022 against New Zealand scheduled for Saturday

New Zealand can never be written off in T20 World Cup: Brendon McCullum

Head coach of England Test side, Brendon McCullum, said the Black Caps' ability to stay composed and handle pressure makes them a dangerous side going into ICC T20 World Cup in Australia

New Zealand's annual food price increase remains at 13-year high

Food prices were 8.3 per cent higher in September 2022 compared with September 2021 in New Zealand, the country's statistics department Stats NZ said on Thursday

Jaishankar addresses Indians in New Zealand, asserts bilateral cooperation

S. Jaishankar, addressing the Indian community in New Zealand, said that there are possibilities for increased cooperation between 2 nations in various sectors like business, digital and education.

Jaishankar inaugurates new Indian High Commission Chancery in Wellington

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday inaugurated the new Indian High Commission Chancery in Wellington and said that playing with each other's strengths is a more sensible way of growing the important relationship between India and New Zealand. Jaishankar, who is here on his first visit to New Zealand as the External Affairs Minister, also said that the relationship between both countries is "due for an update", and "due for refresh". "Inaugurated the new Indian High Commission Chancery in Wellington today. Three Ministerial visits in a short span of time reflect our shared desire to grow India-New Zealand ties and make them fit for purpose," Jaishankar tweeted on Sunday. The relationship between India and New Zealand "draws strength from the vision and commitment of our Prime Ministers @narendramodi and @jacindaardern," he tweeted. While addressing members of the Indian community, he addressed the possibilities for increased cooperation in various sectors like business

EAM Jaishankar discusses Ukraine conflict, visa issue with NZ counterpart

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday held "warm and productive" talks with his New Zealand counterpart Nanaia Mahuta during which the two leaders exchanged views on issues of international concerns such as the Indo-Pacific and the Ukraine conflict. It is Jaishankar's first visit to New Zealand as External Affairs Minister. "Warm and productive talks with New Zealand Foreign Minister @NanaiaMahuta this afternoon. Two societies, respectful of tradition and culture, are seeking to forge a more contemporary relationship," Jaishankar tweeted after the meeting. "Appreciated the exchange of views on (issues of) international concerns such as the Indo-Pacific and the Ukraine conflict. Value our working together in multilateral forums including the UN and Commonwealth," he said. India, the US and several other world powers have been talking about the need to ensure a free, open and thriving Indo-Pacific in the backdrop of China's rising military manoeuvring in the resource-ric

US Dollar rebounds as investors heed hawkish reminder from New Zealand

The dollar index was last up 0.54% to 110.77, after tumbling 1.3% on Tuesday

New Zealand could face another Covid-19 wave before year-end: Report

New Zealand could be hit by another wave of coronavirus before the end of the year, a Covid modeler warned

Dollar steadies as investors heed hawkish reminder from New Zealand

The dollar steadied on Wednesday after a sharp rate rise in New Zealand poured cold water over hopes for a pause or slowdown in the US Federal Reserve's intentions for aggressive hikes

EAM S Jaishankar to begin first New Zealand, Australia visit from today

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will kickstart his official visit to New Zealand and Australia from Wednesday

Antipodean currencies advance ahead of rate decisions, dollar edges lower

The Australian and New Zealand dollars gained ground ahead of expected rate hikes from their respective central banks later in the week, while the dollar slipped against a basket of currencies

New Zealand seeks trade with India outside FTA, milk: Damien O'Connor

'We are very big in wood logs, which is among the single biggest items of export to India'

Road Safety World Series 2022, NZL vs RSAL: Live streaming, where to watch?

Road Safety World Series 2022 will witness its fourth match today as New Zealand Legends will play against South Africa Legends. Read this detailed report to know everything about the match

2 dead, 3 missing after boat in New Zealand hits whale and capsizes

Two people are reportedly dead and three more missing after a boat in New Zealand collided with a whale and capsized. News organisation Stuff reported that 11 people were aboard the boat and six were rescued Saturday morning near the South Island town of Kaikoura. Kaikoura Mayor Craig Mackle told Stuff there was a sick feeling among those waiting for more news. Police said in a statement they were responding to an incident in which a boat had reportedly capsized and they had closed off a boat ramp from public use, but they did not immediately provide further details. Vanessa Chapman told Stuff she and a group of friends had watched the rescue efforts unfold from Goose Bay, near Kaikoura. She said that when she arrived at a lookout spot, she could see a person sitting atop an overturned boat waving their arms. She said two rescue helicopters and a third local helicopter were circling before two divers jumped out. She told Stuff that the person atop the boat was rescued and a second

Road Safety World Series 2022: Live streaming, telecast and where to watch

Road Safety World Series 2022: India Legends will play South Africa Legends in the inaugural match of RSWS 2022. Read this detailed report on live streaming, telecast and where to watch the matches

Cricketing landscape is changing fast, need to strike balance: Williamson

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson feels the cricketing landscape around the world is witnessing a rapid change with the emergence of T20 leagues and striking balance between franchise cricket and national duty has become the need of the hour. Williamson's comments came at a time when cricketers around the world are opting to play for various cash-rich T20 leagues over international cricket. "It's a tricky one because it is changing. So much seems to have happened so quickly," Williamson told reporters. "It does seem to be a movement in the landscape of the game. Every case is unique and every case has got their individual needs at different stages of their lives. "There are a lot of different franchise events happening and seeing players make decisions on their playing careers... suggests that there is a balance to strike and some things to work through," he added. Recently, Trent Boult was released from his central contract after the star New Zealand pacer made a request to spe

Australia, NZ dollars hit six-week lows, domestic data a mixed bag

The Aussie slipped 0.4% to $0.6811, having breached chart support around $0.6840 to hit a low of $0.6805. The next major bear target is its July trough of $0.6683

West Indies being docked two points for slow over-rate in ODI against Kiwis

Nicholas Pooran's West Indies side being docked two Super League points in the allotted time against NZ may have huge ramifications in their bid to secure qualification for the ICC World Cup