New Zealand's maritime union voices its opposition to a decision by Wellington to deploy a detachment of the country’s military to the Red Sea, amid rising tensions in strategic waters.

Thousands of New Zealanders rallied in the capital Wellington, marching to Parliament House in support of the Palestinian people.

Media reports say New Zealand’s ruling Labour Party plans to recognize the state of Palestine.

Here are Press TV's latest top stories at 09:00 GMT, March 17, 2023.

Nearly 50,000 teachers and early childhood educators in New Zealand have walked off their jobs, demanding better pay and working conditions, after union talks with the Ministry of Education stalled.

The death toll from Cyclone Gabrielle in New Zealand has risen to nine as the clean-up continue in the North Island and authorities work to find missing people.

New Zealand grapples with significant devastation caused by flooding, landslides and high winds.