Weather: Much of the country looking forward to 'volatile' week of weather - MetService
MetService is issuing a raft of warnings, with one weather system hitting the motu Monday and "an even more impactful weather system arriving on Thursday".
RNZ 
Wellington’s new mayor aims to rein in costs
Andrew Little asks whether the council is getting value for money from services it contracted out.
NBR 
To fight ‘eco-paralysis’ we must first understand the mindset
As the world falls behind on emissions and biodiversity goals, Dr Niki Harré shares insights on sustaining hope and purpose in the face of global crises The post To fight ‘eco-paralysis’ we must first understand the mindset appeared first on Newsroom .
Newsroom 
Govt questioned over its plans to deal with gene tech bill concerns
Top environmental watchdog says risk frameworks ought to be defined in the law, but Government favours future flexibility The post Govt questioned over its plans to deal with gene tech bill concerns appeared first on Newsroom .
Inflation is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re going to get
Business & investing: Chocolates and capsicums signal the sweet taste of lower price rises, offsetting council rates and power prices The post Inflation is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re going to get appeared first on Newsroom .
Inflation expected to hit top end of Reserve Bank target band
Stats CPI data key for next interest rate call.
NZ Herald Business 
Horse racing: Racing’s day of drama followed by big decisions – Mick On Monday
A stunning day of horse racing raises questions of what next for numerous stars.
NZ Herald Sport 
Daily crossword, Monday 20 October
Test your smarts with Newsroom's daily crossword. The post Daily crossword, Monday 20 October appeared first on Newsroom .
Christchurch – city of colour, capital of cool
From The Detail: Our second-biggest city is experiencing the type of revival that should make the rest of New Zealand envious The post Christchurch – city of colour, capital of cool appeared first on Newsroom .
Newsroom daily quiz, Monday 20 October
What is the largest country, by population, to never win an Olympic medal? The post Newsroom daily quiz, Monday 20 October appeared first on Newsroom .
Muslim, Jewish communities call for renewed security funding
Muslim and Jewish leaders have called for the extension of funding for security upgrades for facilities at risk of hate crime and terrorism The post Muslim, Jewish communities call for renewed security funding appeared first on Newsroom .
We don’t need an economic hero
Comment: The best economic leadership relies on science and practical innovation to offer a life beyond this thunderdome of political idiocy and greed The post We don’t need an economic hero appeared first on Newsroom .
Mini crossword, Monday 20 October
A mini crossword you can solve in a few minutes. The post Mini crossword, Monday 20 October appeared first on Newsroom .
What happened to the potential of Latin America?
United States President Donald Trump greets President of Argentina Javier Milei. PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES Javier Milei, the Elon Musk wannabe who became president of Argentina two years ago chainsaw in hand, is now in deep trouble with the voters, and the mid-term elections are due this month.
Otago Daily Times 
Slow down and connect, wellbeing expert says
"It’s about being sustainable, being here for the long haul and about being here for the people that matter to you. Your life is always more important than your job and we’re not acting like it is." — Denise Quinlan. Photo: Clare Toia-Bailey "We can’t keep going on this hamster wheel.
Memorable visit to a pass the parcel town
Berwick-upon-Tweed’s famous Royal Border Bridge, a railway viaduct across the river Tweed built between 1847 and 1850. PHOTO: SUPPLIED My introduction to Berwick-upon-Tweed was initially idyllic.