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Parents shocked after Whakatāne schools scraps bilingual unit from 2023-12-12T18:11

Parents say they're shocked and angry with a Whakatane primary school after it decided to scrap a bilingual teaching unit without consultation. Te Whānau o Awatope at Apanui Primary School immerses...

More than 1,000 protestors call for ceasefire in Gaza from 2023-12-12T18:08

More than 1,000 protestors gathered on parliament's lawn today, once again urging the government to call for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza. It comes as a New Zealander made it out of...

Death of threatened dolphin could mean more fishing restrictions from 2023-12-12T17:53

The death of a Hector's dolphin could mean further restrictions on Otago commerical fishers. One of the nationally vulnerable species is believed to have died after being caught in a net off the Ot...

Bromley wastewater stench returns with a vengeance from 2023-12-12T17:47

The poo pong from Bromley's wastewater treatment plant is back. Some Christchurch residents say the stench resurfaced with a vengeance earlier this week. The problem has been ongoing despite remedi...

Cartel conduct: Construction companies charged for bid-rigging from 2023-12-12T17:42

A landmark prosecution has been made in the construction sector today. For the first time in New Zealand, two construction companies and two directors are being prosecuted for acting like a cartel....

Families cutting back on Xmas spending due to cost of living - survey from 2023-12-12T17:36

The cost of living crisis has Aucklanders dreaming of a tight Christmas. Many families are reining in their holiday spending, according to a new survey by Westpac. Felix Walton reports. 

Evening business for 12 December 2023 from 2023-12-12T17:36

Business for Tuesday 12 December [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342824627112

Government to hit the brake on speed limit changes from 2023-12-12T17:26

The government's pulling the handbrake on speed limit changes, saying it will stop blanket speed limit reductions. The Labour government introduced 80km per hour speed limits on some highways, and ...

White ferns hit highest one day total in five years from 2023-12-12T17:23

The White Ferns posted their highest one-day international total in five years when they reached 365/4 against Pakistan in the opening game of the series in Queenstown today. New Zealand has a winn...

Winston Peters comes out swinging while acting as Prime Minister from 2023-12-12T17:16

It didn't take long for Winston Peters to come out swinging from the big chair, as he took the reins in Chistopher Luxon's absence. In just the second Question Time of the term, the Deputy Prime Mi...

Axing fair pay agreements could cost bus drivers up to $10,000 a year - union from 2023-12-12T17:11

Axing fair pay agreements will shave up to $10,000 a year off a bus drivers salary according to the Council of Trade Unions. The government plans to get rid of the policy by Christmas, putting an e...

Wild weather: Strong winds and heavy rain rip through Wellingto from 2023-12-12T17:08

Wild weather has ripped through Wellington this afternoon, damaging some buildings and grounding flights in and out of the capital for a period of time. A front that lashed Canterbury this morning ...

Wild weather: Strong winds and heavy rain rips through Wellington from 2023-12-12T17:08

Wild weather has ripped through Wellington this afternoon, damaging some buildings and grounding flights in and out of the capital for a period of time. A front that lashed Canterbury this morning ...

Concern over major Auckland development's impact on infrastructure from 2023-12-11T18:15

Mount Albert residents are concerned a major residential development on Auckland's Carrington Road could cause huge strain on local infrastructure and access to amenities. Over the next decade more...

Chair of Te Whatu Ora Pacific resigns over lack of confidence in new government from 2023-12-11T18:08

Sir Collin Tukuitonga has resigned as Chairperson of the Te Whatu Ora Pacific Senate saying he has "no confidence" in the new coalition government. Sir Collin was knighted last year for his service...

Are alcohol free Xmas parties the way of the future? from 2023-12-11T17:54

Ever experienced that awkward Christmas work do where someone is on the wrong side of boozed, standing inappropriately close trash talking the boss who is behind them? Or your coworker dancing like...

Six injured after person drives through bus stop from 2023-12-11T17:51

East Auckland residents are in shock after a person drove through a bus stop and injured six people on Sunday evening. Two people were treated at the scene and four others were taken to hospital. A...

100-day plan: Minister on repealing FPAs and extending 90-day trials from 2023-12-11T17:42

100 day plan: Minister on repealing FPAs and extending 90 day trials [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342758103112

Evening business for 11 December 2023 from 2023-12-11T17:35

News from the business sector, including a market report [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342756572112

English version of Treaty of Waitangi vandalised at Te Papa from 2023-12-11T17:29

A Te Papa exhibit with the English translation of Te Tiriti o Waitangi has been trashed by protestors. The wooden panel displaying the english words hangs on the fourth floor of the museum near the...

Rocky rugby relationship won't impact Super Rugby Pacific from 2023-12-11T17:24

The sometimes rocky relationship between New Zealand Rugby and Rugby Australia won't impact on the future of Super Rugby Pacific. That is the message from the chair of the competition Kevin Malloy ...

Prime minister signals scale back of immigration numbers from 2023-12-11T17:19

The new Prime Minister has described New Zealand's immigration settings as way too loose, signalling a move to scale back the numbers of people arriving. Even Labour accepts it's now time to recons...

Unions target ACT leader's office in protest against repealing FPAs from 2023-12-11T17:15

The government says it'll repeal Fair Pay Agreements by Christmas. It's also restated its intention to extend 90 day trials to every business in the country, not just those with fewer than 19 worke...

Two suffer serious stab wounds at illegal street racing meet-up from 2023-12-11T17:07

The injury count could continue to climb after an illegal street racing meet up involving more than 1,000 people near Hamilton over the weekend. Two people suffered serious stab wounds, and a baby ...

Kiwi gamer says he's spent $16,000 on loot boxes in video games from 2023-12-08T17:55

A kiwi gamer says he's spent around $16,000 on loot boxes, or virtual treasure chests, in online video games. Games like Counter-strike and FIFA, now EA FC, allow players to spend real money to ope...

Otorohonga college forced to close rundown boarding hostel from 2023-12-08T17:46

Otorohanga College is being forced to close its rundown boarding hostel because it doesnt have the money to fix it up. It broke the news to parents and students this afternoon after unsucessfully a...

Alarm raised over shortcomings of Tairawhiti rescue helicopter from 2023-12-08T17:40

Tairawhiti's rescue helicopter service is sounding the alarm that lives are at risk due to its inability to fly in low cloud. As early as last week, it had to abandon a potential rescue of people n...

Evening business for 8 December 2023 from 2023-12-08T17:36

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342567404112

Napier neighbours say dogs are driving them barking mad from 2023-12-08T17:28

A Napier neighbourhood's allegedly been dogged by noise that's driving them barking mad. A pair of fluffy Shih Tzu crosses Ruby and Simba living on Napier Hill, have 17 complaints against them for ...

One of world's best golfers defects to Saudi backed LIV Golf tour from 2023-12-08T17:25

One of the worlds best golfers has defected to the Saudi Arabia backed LIV Golf tour. Reigning Masters champion Jon Rahm will leave the PGA for a reported $920 million. Sports reporter Jonty Dine j...

PM told urgent action is needed in cyclone-hit Wairoa from 2023-12-08T17:18

The Prime Minister has been told there needs to be action in Wairoa to get the cyclone-hit town back on its feet. Christopher Luxon drove crumbling State Highway 2 with a handful of MPs this mornin...

AT plans to spend summer tackling Auckland's pothole problem from 2023-12-08T17:15

Auckland Transport plans to spend the summer holidays working on the city's pothole problem. But the agency says it needs more funding to get ahead of its massive backlog of damaged roads. Felix Wa...

NZ joins 5 eyes partners calling out 'malicious' Russian cyber attacks from 2023-12-08T17:08

New Zealand's joined its five eyes partners calling out Russia for malicious, sustained and politically targeted cybers attacks on the UK. The United Kingdom's National Cyber Security Centre claims...

Rampaging raptors causing havoc along popular walkways from 2023-12-07T17:53

Rampaging raptors are causing havoc along some popular walkways. There's been several falcon or Karearea attacks, the most recently on a track at Pareora Gorge near Timaru where a man was left bloo...

Plans to move old Taumarunui trains after years sitting deserted from 2023-12-07T17:49

After years of waiting there are finally plans to move some of the crumbling old Auckland commuter trains blighting the main street of central North Island town Taumarunui. The local mayor says onc...

IRD calls for $2 billion of Covid business loans to be paid back from 2023-12-07T17:44

More than 10,000 businesses have defaulted on $177 million worth of loans given out as part of the previous government's Covid support package. Two years on from the pandemic, IRD's now calling for...

Evening business for 7 December 2023 from 2023-12-07T17:37

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342499690112

Police minister sets expectations for commissioner around law&order from 2023-12-07T17:26

The police commisioner has been put is on notice, with the government outlining its expectations around law and order. In a letter to Andrew Coster the new police minister Mark Mitchell says the fo...

Former US Open champion will be hoping for sunny ASB classic from 2023-12-07T17:23

Former US Open tennis champion Emma Raducanu will have her fingers crossed for a sunny start to the new year in Auckland. The 21 year old British star has been given a wildcard to the ASB Classic, ...

Auckland council rejects previous govt's Waitemata crossing plans from 2023-12-07T17:14

The previous government's plans for a second Waitemata Harbour Crossing have been roundly rejected by Auckland council. The draft business case was for the construction of two underwater road tunne...

Opposition pleas for immediate ceasefire in Gaza go unheeded from 2023-12-07T17:07

"No person with any ounce of moral courage can see this as anything but horrific." Labour's Damien O'Connor has made an impassioned speech in the house saying Israel's actions in Gaza constitute ge...

Air NZ purchases first battery powered electric aircraft from 2023-12-06T17:55

The future of flying could be electric. Air New Zealand has purchased its first battery powered electric aircraft to pursue emissions free flying on all small regional flights by 2030. According to...

Hawkes bay pensioner's Christmas display vandalised from 2023-12-06T17:50

A Waipukurau pensioner who for has for years dressed-up as Santa and gifted presents to local children, has had his front lawn Christmas display trashed. Ken Mildenhall, who also volunteers at the ...

Wellington Phoenix captain denies cultural issues in women's team from 2023-12-06T17:45

New Zealand Rugby has called referee abuse unacceptable and chief executive Mark Robinson has met with leading officials this week to try to come up with solutions. Sports reporter Felicity Reid jo...

Hundreds of dollars of counterfeit notes found in Waikato from 2023-12-06T17:39

Hundreds of dollars of counterfeit notes have been palmed off in Waikato, with retailers being warned to keep a sharp eye out during the Xmas rush. Since October police say there's been seven incid...

How much is too much for a good beer?: Craft brewers struggle with rising costs from 2023-12-06T17:33

Aotearoa's craft beer industry is hoping for a profitable summer as it continues to wrestle with high brewing costs. A fourth craft beer business has hit major financial trouble this week as import...

Evening business for 6 December 2023 from 2023-12-06T17:28

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342437412112

Chris Luxon and Hipkins exchange vicious blows in parliament from 2023-12-06T17:23

Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins re-entered the Parliamentary ring this afternoon, exchanging vicious blows in the first debate of this term. It followed the pomp and pageantry of this morning's...

Auckland council still undecided on budget, after day of debate from 2023-12-06T17:17

Auckland Council is no closer to deciding on its Budget, after a full day of debate on what parts to put out for public consultation. The plan proposes rates rises, overhauling public transport to ...

Dame Rangimārie Naida Glavish split on government's approach to te reo Māori from 2023-12-06T17:07

The government has partially walked back comments that it's looking to put a stop to bonuses for public servants proficient in te reo Māori. Public Services Minister Nicola Willis told RNZ she was ...

Far north family travel to Rarotonga to learn more about Te Reo from 2023-12-05T18:16

A family from the far north has travelled to Rarotonga as they fight to preserve their language learn more about their ancestors. Ngā Tamariki Mānihera is a music performance group. They homeschool...

Protests raise questions about next year's Waitangi day from 2023-12-05T18:07

If today's protests over the new government's policies on co-governance and the Treaty are anything to go by, next year's Waitangi Day celebrations could be a heated affair. Prime Minister Christop...

A peek inside Granny's Christmas Grotto in Marton from 2023-12-05T17:53

For 10 years Granny's Christmas Grotto in the Rangitīkei town of Marton has brought the joy of Christmas to thousands of visitors. But after it closes its doors this year, everything will be auctio...

Heavy rain and possible flooding: Weather watch for Northland from 2023-12-05T17:50

A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for Northland, which is getting hit by heavy rain and could have some flooding. It's getting about 40mls of rain an hour in some areas and there's a ra...

What does it take to be a jockey? from 2023-12-05T17:45

If you have a love of horses, a need for speed and weigh under 55kgs, a job as a jockey could be just for you. Recent suspensions and an exodus of local jockeys to greener pastures overseas means t...

Crate day antics destroy endangered birds eggs near Canterbury from 2023-12-05T17:37

Crate day antics in four wheel drives have destroyed the eggs of endangered birds nesting along a Canterbury river. There's several colonies of the Tarapiroe, black fronted terns and banded dottera...

Evening business for 5 December 2023 from 2023-12-05T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342370132112

Boaties warned of dangerously high lake levels in Rotorua from 2023-12-05T17:28

Boaties are being warned to beware treacherous booby traps hidden below exceptionally high lakes levels in the Rotorua Region. A number of lakes in the area have water at levels that haven't been s...

White Ferns summer off to a disastrous start from 2023-12-05T17:25

The White Ferns' home summer is off to a disastrous start. An unexpected series defeat to Pakistan was sealed with a 10 run loss in this afternoon's T20 in Dunedin. The White Ferns had never lost t...

Thousands protest new government's policies on Maori issues from 2023-12-05T17:11

Thousands took to the streets today protesting against the new government's policies on co-governance and the Treaty of Waitangi. At least 20 demonstrations were held across the country, coinciding...

Protest greets new MPs before swearing in at Parliament from 2023-12-05T17:07

Protest has coloured the opening day of Parliament this term, with activists gathering outside the halls of power and Te Pati Maori MPs going off script inside. Today was the swearing-in ceremony f...

Complaint brought against engineer of CTV building from 2023-12-04T18:08

Twelve years after the CTV building collapsed during the Christchurch earthquake, families of the victims killed inside have told an engineering disciplinary hearing they want justice and accountab...

St Andrews college showstopper brings the house down at prizegiving from 2023-12-04T17:53

The end of year school prize giving is known to send a shiver up the spine of a few parents. A couple of bum numbing hours...waiting if you are lucky to clap your child onto stage, full of pride an...

Delay in fixing Parnell sinkhole causes a stink from 2023-12-04T17:49

It could be several months before a broken sewer in Central Auckland is fixed. Work on a sewer line in Parnell that collapsed and opened a massive sinkhole won't begin until early next year. Nearby...

Finance minister accuses Labour of hiding the true state of Govt books from 2023-12-04T17:47

The new Finance Minister is accusing her Labour predecessor of finding "clever workarounds" to hide the true state of the government's finances. Nicola Willis has also confirmed the coalition gover...

Beauden Barrett re-signs for All Blacks until end of 2027 from 2023-12-04T17:43

New All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has received an early Christmas present with All Blacks back Beauden Barrett re-signing until the end of 2027. Barrett's contract extension makes him available ...

Evening business for December 4 2023 from 2023-12-04T17:37

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342316894112

City Rail Link: No guarantees of hitting 2026 deadline from 2023-12-04T17:34

The boss of Auckland's long anticipated underground rail network is giving no guarantees it will hit its opening deadline of 2026. It has suffered several budget blowouts and will cost the city $22...

Are kiwis getting a fair deal from Air New Zealand? from 2023-12-04T17:23

Short of a personal reindeer and sleigh, many kiwis will be relying on Air New Zealand to get where they want to be this festive season. On Christmas day alone the national carrier is expecting to ...

Corrections minister confident jails will be properly staffed from 2023-12-04T17:12

The Corrections Minister is confident the country's jails will be properly staffed and able to take on as many prisoners as needed as the government gets tough on crime. National coalition deals pr...

Man accused of stealing Covid-19 data to spend night behind bars from 2023-12-04T17:12

The Corrections Minister is confident the country's jails will be properly staffed and able to take on as many prisoners as needed as the government gets tough on crime. National coalition deals pr...

Israel-Hamas truce over as IDF says its intercepted missile fire from 2023-12-01T18:08

Israel's military says it has intercepted a rocket fired from Gaza. There has been no claim of responsibility from Hamas for the launch but the IDF says its Iron Dome missile defence system had int...

Hawkes Bay locals cross fingers for clear Xmas as El Niño approaches from 2023-12-01T17:41

It's officially the first day of summer and according to Niwa, warm weather and high winds are on the menu for the rest of the season. During an El Niño, New Zealand summers tends to mean strong w...

PM spends first day out focused on education from 2023-12-01T17:36

The Prime Minister's used his first day out and about in the top job, to focus on education. Christopher Luxon and Education Minister Erica Stanford visited Manurewa Intermediate to reinforce their...

Evening business for 1 December 2023 from 2023-12-01T17:32

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342137075112

Buyer beware: Consumer NZ warns of short expiry date on xmas gift cards from 2023-12-01T17:28

Buyer beware of gift cards with short expiry dates this festive season, that warning from Consumer NZ. An estimated $10 million in unspent vouchers go unspent each year. Consumer NZ says that makes...

Kiwi boxers to defend world titles in Northland this weekend from 2023-12-01T17:24

It's set to be an historic night of boxing in Northland this weekend with two local heroes headlining a blockbuster card. Mea Motu and Lani Daniels, who both hail from the far north, will defend th...

Wellington nurses warn staff may quit jobs over parking restriction from 2023-12-01T17:18

Nurses and other staff at Wellington Hospital warn plans by the council to restrict nearby parking could force some to quit their jobs. Over half of those who responded to consultation on the plan ...

Bay of Plenty locals feeling hard done by after hefty parking fines from 2023-12-01T17:07

A storm's brewing over a Bay of Plenty Coffee cart and some instant parking tickets. The drive through coffee shop is on a lot behind a service station at Tauriko on State Highway 29 just out of Ta...

Israel-Hamas ceasefire extended minutes before it was due to expire from 2023-11-30T18:10

The Israel-Hamas ceasefire has been extended just minutes before it was due to expire. Israel's military says a truce with Hamas will continue "in light of the mediators" efforts to continue the pr...

Flightless native birds manage escape from Waikato wildlife sanctuary from 2023-11-30T17:53

A security review is underway after a series of brazen breakouts from a Waikato wildlife sanctuary. In the past two months three Kakapo have gone over the wire at Sanctuary Mountain, Maungatautari,...

Hundreds of jobs losses at Weta Digital after agreement ends with tech company from 2023-11-30T17:47

More than 250 jobs are going from Weta Digital, after an American tech company ended its agreement with the Wellington-based company. The company acquired Weta Digital from New Zealand owned Weta F...

Wellington mayor receives supportive messages after revealing drinking problem from 2023-11-30T17:42

Tory Whanau says she's received hundreds of messages of support after admitting to having a drinking problem. But some councillors are questioning whether she's up to the job. The Wellington mayor ...

'Very cute': Wellington Zoo welcomes first baby giraffe in 2 decades from 2023-11-30T17:38

Wellington Zoo's welcomed a baby Giraffe... the first to be born there in almost two decades. And its a girl ..born to Mum Zuri and Dad sunny, in the early hours of yesterday morning. Wellington Zo...

Evening business for 30 November 2023 from 2023-11-30T17:34

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6342038257112

Allegations of blackmail over North Shore walkway stoush from 2023-11-30T17:28

Allegations of blackmail have been levelled at the owners of a North Shore property which is blocking access to walkers on a popular beach path. The owners want a heritage status removed, so they c...

Women's football failing in key areas, according to survey from World Cup from 2023-11-30T17:25

Women's football is failing its players in key areas including medical support and pay, according to a survey from this year's World Cup. The survey found 60 percent of respondents said they lacked...

Dozens to spend night in church after fire rips through south Auckland homes from 2023-11-30T17:13

Dozens of people, including young children will have to spend the night at their church after flames ripped through their homes. Multiple buildings have been razed to the ground at the Akoteu Faka ...

Pharmacist fears return of pseudoephedrine may mean more burglaries from 2023-11-30T17:07

A pharmacist fears bringing back over the counter cold medicines containing pseudoephedrine, an ingredient used to make meth, will see the return of P houses and chemist shop burglaries. Losening t...

Coromandel residents weeks away from SH25A Xmas present from 2023-11-29T17:54

Coromandel residents and holidaymakers are just weeks away from being able to cross the peninsula via the main road again. State Highway 25A was washed away in the summer storms, and a massive rebu...

Thieves take brass altar pieces from Briscoes lady's church from 2023-11-29T17:47

Thieves have cleaned out a small Canterbury church taking its brass altar pieces and other precious religious items that are likely to be melted down. And its the second time St Marks in the Christ...

Auckland mayor proposes more asset sales to cover costs from 2023-11-29T17:41

Auckland's mayor is proposing to sell council assets to fund the rising costs of running the city, and put the brakes on rates rises. Wayne Brown wants the money to go into a $3-4 billion fund that...

Evening business for 29 November 2023 from 2023-11-29T17:32

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341950001112

'Only he can be the killer': Crown lawyers lay out Tamihere case from 2023-11-29T17:28

'Only he can be the killer' Crown lawyers have been laying out their case as to why they believe David Tamihere is responsible for the death of two Swedish backpackers 34 years ago. He was convicte...

Sam Cane calls for NZ Rugby to reconsider picking overseas based players from 2023-11-29T17:25

All Blacks captain Sam Cane thinks New Zealand Rugby should reconsider not picking overseas-based players for the All Blacks. Cane has just started a sabbatical in Japan and while he won't miss any...

Retired doctor calls for Health Minister to resign over smokefree changes from 2023-11-29T17:19

A recently retired intensive care specialist is calling for Health Minister Shane Reti's resignation over the government's backtrack on smokefree legislation. The National-led government wants to s...

Wellington mayor Tory Whanau admits to drunken antics from 2023-11-29T17:16

Wellington mayor Tory Whanau has admitted to more drunken antics in a central city bar. She's confirmed to RNZ she has a drinking problem after multiple council sources, including supporters of the...

Maritime union warns of price hike if Auckland council sells port from 2023-11-29T17:10

The Maritime Union is warning of potentially massive price hikes on freight if the Auckland mayor pushes through plans to privatise the port. National secretary Craig Harrison speaks to Lisa Owen. ...

Luxon accused of losing control of cabinet from 2023-11-29T17:07

Just days into the new Coalition and Christopher Luxon has already been accused of losing control of his Cabinet. Labour is challenging the new Prime Minister to lay down the law and rein in his ou...

Israel-Hamas reportedly agree to extend truce from 2023-11-28T18:09

An agreement's been reached to extend the Israel-Hamas truce with the militant group expected to free another 10 hostages a day for two days. Today, 11 hostages were released by Hamas and are now b...

Think twice about getting a pet rabbit for Xmas - animal control from 2023-11-28T17:55

Animal control officials are pleading with people to think twice about getting a pet rabbit this Christmas, due to the number of the invasive pests being found abandoned in parks and reserves. Beca...

Police operator defends how units were used during mosque attacks from 2023-11-28T17:47

A senior tactical operator has defended how police units were deployed on the day of the Christchurch mosque attacks. The coronial inquiry into the 2019 terror attacks continued at Christchurch tod...

Waka Kotahi delays closing SH1 in Brynderwyns for consultation from 2023-11-28T17:41

A decision to close State Highway One through the Brynderwyns for vital repairs has been delayed so Waka Kotahi can consult with the local communities. The main route in and out of Northland needs ...

Evening business for 28 November 2023 from 2023-11-28T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341876453112

Doubt cast over testimony in David Tamihere trial from 2023-11-28T17:29

Testimony from a notorious jail house snitch should never have been put to the jury in David Tamihere's first double murder trial, the Court of Appeal has been told. Tamihere was convicted in 1990 ...

Super Rugby Aupiki squads named for next year from 2023-11-28T17:26

The Super Rugby Aupiki squads for next year have been named. A total of 120 women have been contracted to the four franchises for an extended third season of the competition. Sports reporter Jonty ...

Not so cruisy: Rough start to season for cruise ships from 2023-11-28T17:19

The start of the cruise season has been anything but cruisey. For the second time in a fortnight high winds meant the Ovation of the Seas has not come into port. The ship can carry almost five thou...

Deputy PM doubles down on claims of media bribery from 2023-11-28T17:16

The deputy prime minister Winston Peters has had another crack at the media, derailing the start of the new Government's very first Cabinet meeting. It follows his unsubstantiated claims of bribery...

Health Minister Shane Reti defends government's plan to scrap smokefree legislation from 2023-11-28T17:07

The new government's plan to walk back some smoke free laws will be a huge blow to cancer prevention, as well as costing thousands of lives and billions of dollars according to health advocates. Bu...

Multi-million dollar Hawkes Bay cleanup budget running out from 2023-11-27T18:06

Clearing Cyclone debris away from Hawke's Bay beaches rivers and bridges is costing up to $16 million a month according to the Regional council and silt recovery taskforce. It's dealt with about 15...

No breakdown in comms during mosque attack - police controller from 2023-11-27T17:47

There was no breakdown in communication. That was the assurance offered by a senior police controller who was in the southern communications centre on the day of the Christchurch mosque attacks. Co...

Evening business for 27 November 2023 from 2023-11-27T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341818721112

Hawkes Bay and Tai Rāwhiti back in cleanup mode from 2023-11-27T17:29

Northern Hawke's Bay and Tai Rawhiti are back in cleanup mode after heavy rain fell steadily over the weekend. The region's infrastructure bruised and battered from previous storms, and each downpo...

Black caps look to bounce back from World Cup heartbreak from 2023-11-27T17:26

The Black Caps are looking to bounce back from their World Cup heartbreak on their tour of Bangladesh. The first of the two test series gets underway tomorrow afternoon. Sports reporter Jonty Dine ...

Some motorists losing hundreds on car insurance - Consumer NZ from 2023-11-27T17:19

Consumer NZ says some motorists are losing hundreds of dollars a year due to their insurance policies, as premiums skyrocket. It carried out a survey which found they've increased up to 38 percent ...

Woody washout: Tai Rāwhiti hit with more rough weather from 2023-11-27T17:12

It's another woody wash out for Tai Rāwhiti, with rough weather over the weekend leaving recently cleaned beaches coated in slash again. It could be weeks before they're pristine again. The Harbour...

It's official: Christopher Luxon sworn in as new Prime Minister from 2023-11-27T17:07

New Zealand officially has a new Prime Minister. Christopher Luxon was sworn in as this country's 42nd Prime Minister during a ceremony in Wellington this morning. He will lead his first Cabinet me...

Lego land: Creative creations at Palmy brick show this weekend from 2023-11-24T17:50

Lego land is replacing limbo land this weekend in Palmerston North. While politicians were busy hammering out coalition arrangements, some of New Zealand's more creative minds turned their attentio...

AT tries to ease Black Friday congestion after traffic chaos last weekend from 2023-11-24T17:50

It's the biggest retail event of the year marking the start of the festive season shopping. But after last weekend's traffic chaos at Westfield Newmarket, when motorists queued up to three hours in...

Blood splattered wet wipes, bedding and CCTV footage could provide clues in Baby Ru case from 2023-11-24T17:43

Blood splattered wet wipes and bedding, and footage from a sophisticated CCTV set-up could hold clues to who killed the toddler know as Baby Ru. The toddler now called Nga Reo Te Huatahi Reremoana ...

Evening business for November 24 2023 from 2023-11-24T17:38

News from the business sector, including a market report [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341686600112

NZ Rugby launches strategy to connect with Pacific communities from 2023-11-24T17:34

New Zealand Rugby has launched a strategy to help connect more Pacific communities with the game. The strategy is the first of its kind anywhere in the world and aims to create more equitable oppor...

More 'concerning' emails received by schools&hospitals from 2023-11-24T17:28

More threatening emails have been received by schools, courts, hospitals and places of worship today around the country. At least 70 emails, which police describe as "of a concerning nature", have ...

Done deal: Incoming PM Chris Luxon on coalition completion from 2023-11-24T17:17

National Party leader and incoming Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon speaks to Lisa Owen. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341684446112

National, ACT, NZ First will lead NZ's first three party govt from 2023-11-24T17:07

National, ACT and New Zealand First will lead the country's first ever three party coalition government. Incoming Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has called the Governor General confirming he can ...

Tensions rise at Auckland council over planned carpark sale from 2023-11-23T17:50

Today the Governing Body at Auckland Council met to go over plans to sell the city's downtown carpark. The building has been a sore spot for the council, with a number of central city groups object...

Students told to apply for derived grade after online threats from 2023-11-23T17:45

After a series of online threats today, police have been searching a school, hospitals and other insitutions across the country. At 9:00am this morning, Auckland's St Kentigern's College received a...

Act leader David Seymour on completed coalition talks from 2023-11-23T17:36

ACT Leader David Seymour speaks to Lisa Owen. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341643787112

Evening business for 23 November 2023 from 2023-11-23T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341641697112

Man fined thousands for illegally keeping 63 geckos and skinks from 2023-11-23T17:28

Three protected native Geckos have been returned to the wild after illegally being kept in captivity for years with tens of other lizards and skinks. Manawatu man, Richard Brosnan has been fined 7,...

NZ boxing champion Mea Motu loses world number one ranking from 2023-11-23T17:25

New Zealand boxing champion Mea Motu has lost her world number one ranking. The IBO World Super Bantamweight Champion has been unseated at the top by Somalia's Ramla Ali. Sports reporter Jonty Dine...

Sail GP cancellation 'gut punch' to Auckland businesses from 2023-11-23T17:19

Auckland businesses say the cancellation of SailGP feels like a "gut punch." Tātaki Auckland Unlimited has confirmed that SailGP won't be hosted in the city next year, due to unavailability of Wyny...

Hospitals&schools receive emails threats of 'concerning nature' from 2023-11-23T17:16

Hospitals and schools around the country have spent the day dealing with email threats of a "concerning nature". Police confirmed the emails had been sent to a number of organisations this morning....

Done deal: After 40 days and 40 nights, coalition talks are finished from 2023-11-23T17:07

It took 40 days and 40 nights, but the three leaders trying to form a government have emerged with a deal in hand. The agreement between National, ACT and New Zealand First is now going back to the...

Smashed glass given new lease of life in roads and pathways from 2023-11-22T17:53

A large pile of smahed glass has been given a new lease of life for use in roads and pathways. A Manawatu contractor is crushing it up into little pieces and is hoping to soon offer the product to ...

Bio security cat-tastrophe avoided after pet discovered on cruise from 2023-11-22T17:49

A bio security cat-tastrophe has been avoided after a pet cat was found on a cruise ship travelling around Aotearoa. The American cat was discovered in a passengers cabin onboard the Ovation of the...

Far north faces another summer without roading lifeline from 2023-11-22T17:42

The Far North faces another summer without its vital lifeline, State Highway One through the Mangamuka Gorge to Kaitaia. The gorge has been closed on and off for three years due to extreme weather ...

Auckland's mayor supported council keeping 15 percent of flood buyout money from 2023-11-22T17:36

Newly released documents show Auckland's mayor supported a plan to keep up to 15 percent of the money set aside for buying up flood-damaged homes. The proposal was later voted against and councillo...

Evening business for 22 November 2023 from 2023-11-22T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341580096112

Wellington passengers feel flow-on effects of cancelled flights from 2023-11-22T17:28

Passengers in the capital are still dealing with the flow-on effects of 130 flights being canned yesterday. Low lying cloud meant planes couldn't get in or out of Wellington Airport, disrupting tra...

All Whites coach says his side unlucky not to beat Ireland from 2023-11-22T17:25

The All Whites coach says his side were unlucky to come away without a win over Ireland in Dublin this morning. The teams drew 1-1 and New Zealand pushed for a late winner, but they were unable to ...

Israel approves 4 day ceasefire in exchange for Hamas hostages from 2023-11-22T17:16

Israel's cabinet has approved a deal that will see the release of hostages held in Gaza by Hamas, in exchange for a four-day ceasefire in Israel's air and ground campaign. Speaking from Tel Aviv, C...

Coalition: Position of deputy PM holding up completion of talks from 2023-11-22T17:13

The position of deputy prime minister is continuing to hold up the completion of coalition talks. The contest has narrowed today, as National's Nicola Willis publicly removed herself from the race....

Sail GP ditches Auckland as desired land not available from 2023-11-22T17:07

Sail GP has left Auckland out in the cold, as land at Wynyard Point is no longer avaliable for the March event. The international competition sees high performance catamarans battle it out on the w...

Lower Hutt suburb name gets a spelling check from 2023-11-21T18:12

A lower hutt suburb is getting a well over due spell check.. The council has voted this afternoon to support an application to change the spelling of Petone to Pito One; meaning "end of the sand be...

28 premature babies evacuated from Gaza Hospital from 2023-11-21T18:06

28 premature babies have been evacuated from the Gaza Hospital seized by Israeli troops to the safety of Egypt. Photos show rows of medics at the Rafah Border lifting the fragile new borns who are ...

Massey University staff present 'logical' alternative plan to job cuts from 2023-11-21T17:54

Academic staff at Massey University have made a bid to save their jobs and ensure the future of sciences at the institution. Staff and the Tertiary Education Union have today sent Massey an alterna...

Gloriavale man facing 20 charges, four of rape from 2023-11-21T17:48

Jonathan Benjamin is facing 20 charges, including four of rape, during his time at the Gloriavale Christian Community between 1986 and 2017. Crown lawyer, Kerry White, says some of the complainants...

Wellington airport passengers stranded after flights cancelled from 2023-11-21T17:39

Passengers flying in and out of Wellington have been left stranded after more than 50 flights were cancelled due to low lying cloud. Air NZ says its been actively rebooking customers to travel on t...

Wellington airport pasengers stranded after flights cancelled from 2023-11-21T17:39

Passengers flying in and out of Wellington have been left stranded after more than 50 flights were cancelled due to low lying cloud. Air NZ says its been actively rebooking customers to travel on t...

Forming a government 'takes as long as it takes', electoral law expert says from 2023-11-21T17:36

As we wait and wonder, how long is a piece of string, how many weetbix is one too many & when we might have a new government. There are a number of other questions that may have simpler answers lik...

Evening business for 21 November 2023 from 2023-11-21T17:31

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341521430112

Abuse towards Woolworths staff rises towards Christmas from 2023-11-21T17:28

Abuse towards Woolworths staff risen towards Christmas Daily abuse towards supermarket staff has risen significantly over the past six months in the lead up to Christmas. Woolworths says instances ...

Auckland's A league football team officially confirmed today from 2023-11-21T17:24

A new sports franchise is coming to Auckland. The long awaited entry of an Auckland A League team was officially confirmed today. Sports reporter Jonty Dine joins Lisa Owen in studio. [embed] https...

Queenstown treatment plant pipes to be flushed after crypto outbreak from 2023-11-21T17:16

One of Queenstown's treatment plants will get its pipes flushed tomorrow as the town tries to clean up its water supply. Parts of the top resort spot have been under a boil water notice since Septe...

Auckland councillor calls AT out over spending on pedestrian crossings from 2023-11-21T17:12

Safety should come at a reasonable cost, not any cost, according to Auckland councillor Maurice Williamson. He's calling out Auckland Transport over its spending on new pedestrian crossings ..with ...

Coalition korero: Ministerial jobs the last sticking point from 2023-11-21T17:07

The ministerial jobs is all that's left to debate over, for the three parties stitching together a government. ACT and New Zealand First have agreed to each other's policy documents, but incoming P...

Hobby Shop offering staff unlimited holidays and sick leave from 2023-11-20T17:55

Hobby lords, a shop that offers unlimited holidays and sick leave to its staff is becoming popular with job applicants. The shop deals in trading cards, board and other games and is looking to expa...

Businesses reliant on Cathedral Cove may miss out on usual summer trade, despite SH25A re-opening from 2023-11-20T17:50

The Coromandel's getting an early Christmas, with State Highway 25A opening three months ahead of schedule. But holding back their cheers are some in Cathedral Cove, who will miss out on the usual ...

Backyard Breeders clogging up South Auckland Animal Shelter from 2023-11-20T17:42

Dog breeders struggling to sell their puppies are filling up an animal shelter that has reached full capacity. South Auckland Animal Rescue is home to 41 puppies and is receiving daily requests to ...

Green menace: Public meetings held on invasive seaweed Caulerpa from 2023-11-20T17:36

It's crunch time for the Hauraki Gulf's marine environment. Two public meetings this week will help shape the response to an underwater pest described as one of the world's most invasive weeds, but...

Evening business for 20 November 2023 from 2023-11-20T17:32

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341463233112

Traffic chaos: Commuters queue for 3.5 hrs at Auckland mall from 2023-11-20T17:27

Traffic chaos at one of Auckland's most popular malls has raised concerns about what the christmas rush could bring across the city. It was gridlock trying to leave the carpark at the Westfield New...

Australia triumphs over India to claim sixth World Cup title from 2023-11-20T17:24

Australia has triumphed over India to claim a sixth Cricket World Cup title. In front of a packed stadium in Ahmedabad, the Indian players succumbed to the pressure as Australia cruised to a six wi...

Labour leader breaks convention by calling for ceasefire in Gaza from 2023-11-20T17:18

The outgoing Labour team has been dutifully carrying out their role as caretaker government until National was ready to take over, but that changed yesterday. Labour leader Chris Hipkins has broken...

Fire in Christchurch's Port Hills has residents worried from 2023-11-20T17:14

A fire in Christchurch's Port Hills on a dry breezy day had residents hoping they weren't in for a repeat of the disasterous 2017 blazes. And it raises questions about whether we need to be on high...

Coalition talks: Luxon 'relieved' policy agreements made from 2023-11-20T17:07

Welcome to another episode in the coalition of contradictions. Christopher Luxon says a "significant milestone" has been reached in the ongoing talks to form a new government. The National Party le...

Luxon stresses coalition deal is 'very close' from 2023-11-17T18:08

Day 14 of coalition negotiations today with talks expected to run into the weekend.. National's negotiating team met with NZ First but there was no meeting with the ACT party. RNZ understands that'...

East Coast baker hits winning formula with unusual pie flavour from 2023-11-17T17:55

An East Coast baker famous for paua pies has created a new delicacy, and it's brought her business back from the edge. Rachael Thomas, who owns Te Puia Springs Store an hour and a half north of Gis...

Black Friday: Stores already advertising silly season sales from 2023-11-17T17:50

Staying with retail now, Black Friday is almost upon us when the silly season sales begins. The day itself isn't until this time next week, but stores are already starting to advertise their Black ...

Vacant shop fronts a feature of some Auckland shopping centres from 2023-11-17T17:46

Some shopping arcades in Auckland are looking like deserted waste lands with vacant shop after vacant shop. CBD business association Heart of the City says the numbers are improving but there are o...

New mulch scheme aims to reuse 1500 tonnes of green waste a year from 2023-11-17T17:39

A ground breaking mulch to prevent ground baking this El Nino Summer. Previously unusable fibrous green waste is being minced into an environomentally friendly ground cover...with Auckland council ...

Evening business for 17 November 2023 from 2023-11-17T17:34

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341280348112

Vic Uni adopts policy for all lectures to be recorded, where possible from 2023-11-17T17:29

Have Victoria University students effectively been given a hall pass that gets them out of face to face lectures? After Covid restrictions were dropped the University anounced some students and cou...

New Zealand women's domestic cricket season starts tomorrow from 2023-11-17T17:25

The New Zealand women's domestic cricket season starts tomorrow but not everyone is convinced that it's preparing the White Ferns for international cricket. And the Black Caps have been criticised ...

Farewell for Invercargill Institution after 123 years in business from 2023-11-17T17:12

The clock is ticking on an Invercargill institution, that is the H&J Smith Department store. After 123 years in business it will close its doors for the final time at three tomorrow, a victim of ch...

Hutt community waiting for answers after yesterday's violent deaths from 2023-11-17T17:12

Just a day after two violent deaths in Hutt Valley, the community is still anxiously waiting for answers. Police have yet to name either the woman who was killed in a hit-and-run early in the morni...

Luxon's leadership skills under fire as negotiations continue from 2023-11-17T17:07

Christopher Luxon's leadership skills have come under fire from political commentators today as negotiations to form the next government look set to continue through the weekend.

Tens of thousands flock to Canterbury's A&P show from 2023-11-16T18:25

A scorching day in the Garden city brought masses of people to the second day of the New Zealand Agricultural show. Tens of thousands have flocked to see animals big and small, as the event marks i...

Situation at Al-Shifa Hospital and in Gaza 'desperate', WHO spokesperson says from 2023-11-16T18:10

The Israeli military has published a video, which has not been independently verified, which it says shows Hamas weapons and equipment found in Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital. Israel's army mounted an op...

Worst year in more than 20 - Coromandel business owner from 2023-11-16T17:51

The worst year for business in over 20 years, that's how one business owner describes the last ten months living without the Coromandel Peninsula's vital link, State highway 25A. The route between ...

Mosque attack inquest reveals dramatic recording from 2023-11-16T17:45

Dramatic recordings of police radio communications as the Christchuch mosque attacks unfolded show emergency services scrambling to respond. The coronial inquest into the 2019 terror attacks contin...

US and Chinese presidents seem to calm tensions at summit from 2023-11-16T17:39

The US and Chinese presidents looked to have made progress in calming tensions at a summit on the sidelines of the APEC summit in San Francisco today. President Biden and Xi-Jinping met for the fir...

Evening business for 16 November 2023 from 2023-11-16T17:35

News from the business sector, including a market report.

Black caps fall short in quest for World Cup glory from 2023-11-16T17:31

The Black Caps fell short in their quest for World Cup glory in Mumbai last night. India proved too strong for the kiwis and will progress to the final against either Australia or South Africa. Spo...

DIY funeral: How does it work and could it save you money? from 2023-11-16T17:22

Death and Taxes; apparently the two certainities of life and both could cost you big time. A report from the Funeral Directors Association shows a growing number of New Zealanders are chosing crema...

Auckland council moves a step closer to 'time of use' charge from 2023-11-16T17:17

Auckland city council is a step closer to hitting peak hour commuters in the wallet - in a bid to coax some of them off the city's congested motorways. Council's Transport and Infrastructure Commit...

Coalition korero in 'final stages' as leaders continue talks from 2023-11-16T17:11

Coalition negotiations are 'scooting' along. That was the message from the leaders of National and New Zealand First, as speed-date-style talks to form the government reached their 13th day in Auck...

Man shot dead in Wellington while holding woman hostage from 2023-11-16T17:07

A man has been shot dead by police in the suburb of Wainuiomata whilst holding a woman hostage. And early this morning in a separate incident, a woman was killed in a hit-and-run in the suburb of N...

Hunt for new Gore council CEO heats up as former top staffer puts name forward from 2023-11-15T18:13

The search for Gore District Council's next chief executive is gathering steam after a former chief financial officer, who says he was pushed out, announced his intention to seek the top job. Gore ...

Concerns over equity of Auckland's proposed congestion charge from 2023-11-15T18:08

"This equity stuff is bollocks": Thats the verdict of Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown when it comes to introducing congestion charges to the city. The council's meeting tomorrow to discuss whether to br...

Kids make rare Kauri resin discovery at secret spot in Coromandel from 2023-11-15T17:53

Two young school kids have discovered actual treasure, potentially worth thousands of dollars, at a secret spot on a coromandel beach. Nine year old Callan and seven year old Eva discovered a chunk...

Wellington social enterprise helps residents pay power bills from 2023-11-15T17:50

A social enterprise in Wellington is helping residents pay their power bills. Toast Electric uses its profits to cut bills for households struggling to afford heating and hot water during winter. A...

Auckland's mayor wants congestion charge for peak travel times from 2023-11-15T17:46

If you're sitting in on the motorway in traffic right now, Auckland's mayor wants you to pay for it. Wayne Brown is lobbying for a congestion charge to be put on motorways around the city for peak ...

More details emerge about attempted breakout at Oranga Tamariki facility Te Puna Wai ō Tuhinapo from 2023-11-15T17:38

More details have emerged about an attempted breakout that ended in a stand-off on an Oranga Tamariki youth justice facility's gym roof. RNZ has obtained reports about the incident, revealing what ...

Evening business for 15 November 2023 from 2023-11-15T17:35

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341139301112

Clinical psychologist Dougal Sutherland on welfare of Marokopa fugitive Tom Phillips' children from 2023-11-15T17:29

It has been almost two years since children Jadya, Maverick and Ember disappeared from Marokopa with their fugitive dad Tom Phillips and police are increasingly concerned they're being dragged into...

Black caps vs India: Crunch time in Mumbai tonight from 2023-11-15T17:25

It's crunch time for the Black Caps in Mumbai tonight. New Zealand will take on a rampant Indian side for a place in the Cricket World Cup final. Sports reporter Jonty Dine joins Lisa Owen in studi...

Coalition talks: Luxon, Seymour&Peters meet for the first time from 2023-11-15T17:07

30 minutes: Excruciatingly long or unbearably short depending on what you're doing. It's about the number of precious minutes leaders Christopher Luxon, Winston Peters and David Seymour were in a h...

IDF releases video it says shows Hamas held hostages under hospital from 2023-11-14T18:07

The Israeli Defence force has released a video that it says shows evidence Hamas held hostages under a specialist children's hospital in central Gaza. The video, filmed in the basement of the Al-Ra...

Napier's first cruise ship of the season brings boost for from 2023-11-14T17:56

The first cruise ship of the season arrived in Napier bright and early this morning. Met with a cold gusty wind and clear skies, the National Geographic Orion sailed into port at 7am. More than 50 ...

Christchurch cup day: Fascinators&colourful suits on display from 2023-11-14T17:53

The fascinators, colourful suits, and high heels were out in force in Christchurch today as about 13,000 people headed to Addington raceway for Harness Racing's biggest day. Cup Day is also the TAB...

Pro-Palestinian group applauds vandalism of US embassy from 2023-11-14T17:49

The US Embassy and Ministry of Foreign Affairs offices in Auckland were vandalised by pro Palestinian protesters today. Tamaki for Palestine splashed red paint on the buildings and tagged them with...

Poisoned port murder: Two years on, family&friends want answers from 2023-11-14T17:45

Few people report their own murder, but that's exactly what Dave Davan did as he lay dying in hospital. Two years on, friends and family still hope someone will be held to account for the death of ...

Cost of living: Fruit&veg prices fall, but still higher than a year ago from 2023-11-14T17:37

The good news is fruit salad and vegetable stir fry got a little cheaper last month, according to the latest Stats NZ figures. Fruit and vege prices fell 3.4 percent from September to October. But ...

Evening business for Tuesday 14 November from 2023-11-14T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341084080112

Some students with Covid-19 still turning up to NCEA exams from 2023-11-14T17:28

Some students with covid are still turning up to sit their NCEA exams. But the Auckland Secondary Principals Association is predicting illnesses will mean a lot more so called derived grades, based...

Rugby: Female participation up, junior male numbers drop from 2023-11-14T17:25

There was good news and bad news for New Zealand Rugby today. Numbers reveal that while female participation is up across players, coaches and referees, junior male numbers continue to drop. Sports...

Missing Marakopa man resurfaces trying to rob a general store from 2023-11-14T17:16

A Marokopa man who has evaded police for almost two years has surfaced again this time trying to smash into a general store about an hour away from his old home, with one of his children helping hi...

Peters a no-show in Wellington as Seymour&Luxon continue coalition talks from 2023-11-14T17:13

Christopher Luxon and David Seymour are in Wellington - but where is Winston Peters? Talks to form a government continued in the capital today - but without one of the major players. Despite New Ze...

SH1 to Northland may close for months of maintenance, starving region of visitors from 2023-11-14T17:07

State Highway One, the main route in and out of Northland could be completely closed at the Brynderwyns for months for maintenance, starving the region of much needed visitors and income. A group o...

Officials working overtime to get last 9 kiwis out of Gaza from 2023-11-13T18:07

Officials are working around the clock to evacuate nine New Zealanders who remain in Gaza tonight. 11 Kiwis and their families were able to get out of the enclave overnight and are currently being ...

Primary school party: School tries new tactic to boost attendance from 2023-11-13T17:56

A Christchurch primary school is trying to make the start of the school week more like a party rather than a chore, in an attempt to boost school attendance. School attendance rates are down across...

Greyhounds in need of forever homes, as adoption rates drop from 2023-11-13T17:53

As the cost of living bites, people aren't taking in as many furry companions as they used to. And as kennels fill up, greyhounds whose racing days are over aren't being adopted. Libby Kirkby-McLeo...

'Life less ordinary': Kiwi couple offers up Costa Rican tourism business from 2023-11-13T17:48

A Kiwi couple based in Costa Rica is raffling off what they say is a "life less ordinary." Eco-tourism operators Jane and Fraser Tyrell are offering up the business they've run for 16 years in the ...

New app lets consumers check whether companies use palm oil in products from 2023-11-13T17:44

Kiwi shoppers will now have the power to help critically endangered wildlife like Orangutans and help protest rapidly disappearing rainforests. A free, smartphone app called 'PalmOil Scan' has toda...

Waiheke ferries: Locals celebrate as new competitor sets sail from 2023-11-13T17:37

Aucklanders hopping to and from Waiheke Island are celebrating a new competitor offering trips on the route, with Island Direct setting sail for the first time today. Its 50-seater vessel is schedu...

Evening business for 13 November 2023 from 2023-11-13T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6341024786112

Coalition talks cast uncertainty over National's foreign buyers tax from 2023-11-13T17:26

The incoming Prime Minister maintains his government will reduce taxes, but Christopher Luxon has been less willing to stand by the overseas home buyers policy that's meant to fund it. National's e...

NZ golfer wins cup with million dollar prize attached from 2023-11-13T17:23

New Zealand golfer Steven Alker has ended his season in fruitful fashion, winning the Charles Schwab Cup today, earning him almost $2 million. It was a nervy finish for the 52 year old who held a f...

Three months early&under budget: SH 25A to be ready for Xmas from 2023-11-13T17:16

It's finished three months early and under budget. A huge sigh of relief for Coromandel residents and businesses with the announcement today that State Highway 25A will be open in time for Christma...

ANZ earns $2.3 billion profit, but warns of tough times ahead from 2023-11-13T17:11

The country's biggest bank has recorded a $2.13 billion profit, and is warning of some tough times ahead. ANZ's full year profit is down 7 percent, in a result the chief executive describes as a ga...

National's tax plan a major sticking point in coalition talks from 2023-11-13T17:07

With government talks into their second week, National's tax relief package is proving to be a major sticking point. New Zealand First flatly objects to National's plan to fund the tax cuts by allo...

IDF says its captured Hamas stronghold in northern Gaza from 2023-11-10T18:22

The Israeli Defence Force says it has captured a Hamas stronghold in northern Gaza after 10 hours of fighting, uncovering tunnel shafts and seizing weapons. The IDF has also promised a pause on mil...

Senior police officer believed there were 6 gunman in mosque during attack from 2023-11-10T18:07

An AOS medic says he was not aware of a "load and go" strategy employed by commanders at Christchurch's Linwood Mosque on March the 15th and believed ambulances were on their way. The admission cam...

Endurance runner Sam Harvey back in ultra backyard race from 2023-11-10T17:54

Kiwi endurance runner Sam Harvey is at it again, just weeks after claiming he was done with ultra back yard running "for now". Picked to be a favourite at the Big Dog's Backyard Ultra in Tennessee ...

Tourism tech brings opportunities&challenges for operators from 2023-11-10T17:48

Tourism operators say they don't want new technology to jeopardise the manaakitanga they offer visitors. The industry is facing a rapid rise in new technology they say offers opportunities as well ...

South island school trials programme teaching risks of Alpine fault from 2023-11-10T17:43

A South Island school is trialling a programme to learn about the risks of an Alpine Fault earthquake. Year 10 students at Ashburton College are using the resource for real-world learning about som...

Coalition negotiations: Key players leave capital from 2023-11-10T17:38

Negotiations to form a government continue, but the key players from all three parties are decamping the capital and heading home. Work is carrying on behind-the-scenes to reach a deal between Nati...

Evening business for 10 November 2023 from 2023-11-10T17:34

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340845953112

Auckland ferry operator still won't have fares to Waiheke regulated from 2023-11-10T17:29

Auckland ferry operator Fullers360 will still not have its fares regulated on the Waiheke route. Waka Kotahi has been reviewing the exemption granted to Fullers360, which means it operates outside ...

Black Caps batter Henry Nicholls faces ball tampering allegations from 2023-11-10T17:26

Black Caps batter Henry Nicholls is facing allegations of ball tampering. Footage has emerged from the Canterbury/Auckland Plunket Shield match in which Nicholls appears to rub the ball on a helmet...

Nauru's president walks out of one meeting at Pacific Leaders Forum, no shows at another from 2023-11-10T17:15

Tensions have been running high at the Pacific Island's Forum being held in the Cook Islands. Nauru's president David Adeang walked out of a leaders' meeting in Rarotonga and did not attend the Lea...

Baby Ru homicide: Police appeal for more information from public from 2023-11-10T17:11

"This poor child suffered a violent death." Police have made another public appeal for information as they try to get justice for Baby Ru, who was killed nearly three weeks ago. The little boy was ...

Ellerslie homicide: Wife's body found in a bush overnight from 2023-11-10T17:07

A family's worst fears were confirmed this morning when the body of Mei Han Chong was found abandoned in bush in suburban Auckland. Police commenced a desperate search for Ms Chong after her husban...

Wellington council votes to consult with public on selling airport shares from 2023-11-09T18:16

Wellington City Council has voted to consult with the public on whether to sell its stake in the city's airport. The council has today been debating its long term plan as it grapples with mounting ...

Robbie Williams ticket holders struggle to find accomodation in Napier from 2023-11-09T17:53

Let me entertain you, or not. Some Robbie Williams ticket holders seem to be trying to get rid of their tickets, because they're struggling to find accommodation. The singer is playing at the Missi...

Clock counting down to APEC conference, but who will NZ send? from 2023-11-09T17:45

While the nation waits for the next Government to be formed, important events are either underway or coming up and New Zealand risks not having a voice, or at least one that is clear and commanding...

Pacific leaders meet for retreat on third day of forum from 2023-11-09T17:39

Pacific leaders are meeting for their retreat on the island of Aitutaki on the third day of the Pacific Islands Forum. There is much for the leaders to discuss, including climate change, regional s...

New initiative aims to break down barriers for Northlanders joining police from 2023-11-09T17:36

A new initiative is aiming to break down barriers holding Northlanders back from signing up for the police. The plan doesn't include donuts, but it does involve a lot of coffee. Northland reporter ...

Evening business for 9 November 2023 from 2023-11-09T17:32

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340779557112

Plans to revive South Island passenger rail could be back on track from 2023-11-09T17:27

A plan to revive a passenger rail service between Christchurch and Dunedin could be back on track. Save Our Trains Otepoti-Dunedin met with the Otago Regional Council today asking for a feasilbilit...

Returning veterans&exciting rookies: Super Rugby squads revealed from 2023-11-09T17:24

Just weeks after the Rugby World Cup heartbreak, eyes are already on the future with the Super Rugby Pacific squads announced today. Some returning veterans, exciting rookies and international impo...

East Aucklanders hoping mayor won't scrap proposed busway from 2023-11-09T17:19

Pakūranga residents are hoping Auckland's mayor won't follow through on his suggestion to scrap the Eastern Busway project if the government gets rid of the regional fuel tax. Wayne Brown told Chec...

Labour MP Ginny Anderson accused of bullying teenage volunteer from 2023-11-09T17:14

Labour MP Ginny Andersen has been accused of bullying a teenage volunteer over a period of three years. The party's general secretary has confirmed the party is investigating the allegations. Polit...

Parliament a hive of activity as government negotiations continue from 2023-11-09T17:11

There's a real sense of momentum at Parliament today with a meeting between the three parties negotiating to become the government, imminent. It's been a hive of activity with leaders, caucus membe...

Ellerslie homicide: Police concerned wife may be victim of foul play from 2023-11-09T17:07

Police have grave concerns for the wife of a man killed in his Auckland home, saying she too may be the victim of foul play. Mei Han Chong is still missing in a complicated homicide investigation t...

Tight budget for Auckland's creative agency means getting creative from 2023-11-08T18:17

A tighter budget for Auckland's cultural agency is forcing it to get creative. The lack of international events and a $17 million budget cut at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited has left next year's calend...

Ports of Auckland promises to make $1 million a week for the city from 2023-11-08T18:13

Port of Auckland is promising to make $1 million a week for the city, as the mayor continues to call for land to be freed up for the public. The roll on roll off operations where vehicles are broug...

Search suspended for missing Waihi man after 10 days in bush from 2023-11-08T18:08

The official search has been suspended for a Waihi man who's been missing with his dog in Coromandel Bush for ten days, but his family is appealing to the public to keep looking. 29 year old Jordan...

Some Auckland beaches still no-gos from 2023-11-08T17:51

Five weeks on from the Parnell poo pipe implosion several of Auckland's city beaches are still no swim zones, despite looking pristine. The beaches need a minimum of three consecutive days of testi...

Auckland Jewish community centre's fence vandalised, including attempt to set it on fire from 2023-11-08T17:49

An Auckland Jewish community centre's fence was vandalised overnight, including an attempt to set it on fire. Pro Palestinian graffiti was also sprayed on the fence of the Beth Shalom centre in Eps...

Cancer patients forced to go private to get timely treatment from 2023-11-08T17:42

Some cancer patients have been forced to go private to get treatment within recommended time frames, with one woman having to spend her house deposit to get radiation therapy. Another woman told Ch...

Evening business for 8 November 2023 from 2023-11-08T17:35

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340713270112

Auckland mayor on AT's plan to ditch carparks on K road from 2023-11-08T17:26

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown speaks to Lisa Owen. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340712863112

Glenn Maxwell stuns with double century, rescuing Australia from defeat from 2023-11-08T17:24

Australian Glenn Maxwell's stunning double century rescued his side from the brink of defeat, and did the Black Caps a favour in the process. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/de...

Ambulance officer breaks down in court during mosque attack inquest from 2023-11-08T17:18

A senior ambulance officer has broken down in court after being asked whether more staff could have saved lives at Christchurch's Al Noor mosque in 2019. The coronial inquest into the March 15th mo...

Post-mortem suggests foul play in Ellerslie homicide investigation from 2023-11-08T17:16

Police say the man found dead in his Auckland home suffered violent injuries, consistent with foul play. A post-mortem has been carried out on the man's body today, after he was found dead in his E...

K road carparks to be ditched in hopes of better public transport from 2023-11-08T17:07

Car parks are about to vanish from the iconic K road entertainment and shopping strip, to make way for more public transport. But some businesses are not along for the ride. From Sunday, more buses...

Protest against Melbourne Cup in Auckland's viaduct from 2023-11-07T18:15

As punters filled t he bars and restaurants along Auckland's Viaduct to watch the Melbourne Cup this afternoon, a group of animal rights activists was making their opposition to the event clear. A ...

Chris Hipkins lives to fight another day as Labour leader from 2023-11-07T18:09

Chris Hipkins has survived to fight another day as Labour leader, winning the support of his caucus colleagues in a confidence vote. Carmel Sepuloni will take over as deputy from Kelvin Davis. The ...

Kiwi video game developer hits 1 million downloads on Android from 2023-11-07T17:55

A video game developer has just reached the major milestone of 1 million downloads on Android mobile. Battlecruisers is an explosive strategy game, has rave reviews from players and is set to expan...

Virtual wine tasting&robot room service: New tech in tourism from 2023-11-07T17:50

Imagine virtual wine tastings from 31,000 feet, robot room service and exploring countries from the comfort of your couch. That's what the tourism industry is exploring while grappling with new tec...

Mosque inquest: Police officer admits changes needed in responding to major events from 2023-11-07T17:47

A senior police officer admits improvements are needed in responding to major events like the Christchurch mosque attacks. The remarks came today during the inquest into the March 15 attacks that c...

Pacific Island Leaders Summit underway in the Cook Islands from 2023-11-07T17:43

The opening ceremony of the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Summit is underway in the Cook Islands. Leaders and high level delegations from 18 member states are there with the US and China also ...

Evening business for November 7, 2023 from 2023-11-07T17:43

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340653765112

How long should your old iPhone keep working for? from 2023-11-07T17:28

Calling all mobile phone users, how long do you reckon your cell should keep working? It's a serious environmental question in an age of disposal goods where tech is constantly being updated with j...

Melbourne cup: Without a Fight wins 2023 cup from 2023-11-07T17:25

For more on the Melbourne Cup, sports reporter Jonty Dine joins Lisa Owen in studio [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340652947112

10 months in a cabin: Homeowners wait for fate of flood-damaged homes from 2023-11-07T17:18

"A nightmare camping trip that doesn't stop." That's how one home owner has described their living situation after ten months sleeping in a tiny cabin waiting for the fate of their flood-damaged ho...

Police searching for wife of man found dead in Ellerslie from 2023-11-07T17:12

An appeal tonight for sightings of the wife of a man found dead in his Ellerslie home. Police are searching for a 67 year old woman Mei Han Chong, after a worried relative went to the couples house...

Rare skink population found in Hawkes Bay backyard from 2023-11-06T17:55

A population of a rare lizards has been found in a back garden in Central Hawke's Bay. It's the first time the Hawke's Bay Skink has been found in the area, with the only other known population ins...

Top fashion designer picked for Air New Zealand's next uniform from 2023-11-06T17:50

She's dressed a future Queen and a Prime Minister and now top end fashion designer Emilia Wickstead is onboard to create Air New Zealand's next uniform. The kiwi who is based in the UK was chosen f...

Palmerston North school teaching students practical trade skills from 2023-11-06T17:45

A Manawatu school is giving students practical help for a move into the trades after school. Palmerston North Boys' High School is giving students the opportunity to clip on a toolbelt and build ho...

$1 Billion needed to fix Wellington's water infratructure - provider from 2023-11-06T17:42

Wellington Water says It's going to cost $1 billion a year over the next 10 years to fix the Wellington's crumbling water infrastructure. In some parts of the region over 40 percent of water pipes ...

Evening Business for 6 November 2023 from 2023-11-06T17:28

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340586262112

New government getting closer, but Peters staying tight lipped from 2023-11-06T17:25

New Zealand is edging ever closer to a new government, according to those negotiating its make-up. ACT's leader David Seymour says talks are progressing well and a draft agreement with National is ...

Sam Cane waiting to hear punishment for World Cup final tackle from 2023-11-06T17:21

Sam Cane will learn his punishment tonight for the dangerous tackle he made in the Rugby World Cup final. Cane was given a red card in the dramatic 12-11 loss to the Springboks. Sports reporter Jon...

Thousands of Auckland bus cards reaching expiry date from 2023-11-06T17:14

Thousands of electronic cards used to travel on Auckland's public transport are about to run out of gas. The pre-paid Auckland Transport Hop cards allow commuters to take advantage of cheaper fares...

Man's cancer 'not survivable' after waiting 20 weeks for MRI scan from 2023-11-06T17:07

An unacceptable delay in providing an MRI scan to a man who had a history of cancer means the disease has spread to the point it's "not survivable." The office of the Heath and Disability Comission...

Special votes: RNZ's expert panel dissects the results from 2023-11-03T18:07

Time to polish the crown: Winston Peters is Kingmaker again. The final election vote count means New Zealand First is no longer a nice to have, it's a must-have for National to form a government. T...

David Seymour prepared to work with Winston Peters in cabinet from 2023-11-03T17:49

Act leader, David Seymour speaks to Lisa Owen. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340407548112

Diver lucky to survive shark attack losing only his flippers from 2023-11-03T17:45

A diver was lucky to lose only his flippers when he was attacked by what's believed to be a great white shark. The diver was part of a commercial crew collecting paua off the Wairarapa Coast yester...

Te Pati Maori snatch two electorate seats from Labour from 2023-11-03T17:35

It's almost a clean sweep for Te Pati Maori, snatching another two maori electorate seats from Labour on the special vote count. On election night it was buzzing to secure four of the seven. But no...

Evening business for 3 November 2023 from 2023-11-03T17:32

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340406378112

Mosque attack inquest: Survivors give harrowing accounts from 2023-11-03T17:28

Survivors have given harrowing accounts of the massacre at Al Noor Mosque on March 15, 2019. The inquest today heard from the survivors of the Christchurch terror attack. Two detailed their fruitle...

All Blacks captain Sam Cane not playing in NZ next year from 2023-11-03T17:25

All Blacks captain Sam Cane won't be playing in New Zealand next year. The 95-test loose forward will miss the Super Rugby Pacific season, opting to play in Japan rather than for the Chiefs. Sports...

Voters react: The winners and losers of the special votes from 2023-11-03T17:17

So who's in and who's out? Final results showed Labour's Peeni Henare lose Tamaki Makaurau by just 4 votes and Labour's Helen White win Mt Albert by just 20 votes. Our reporter Louise Ternouth look...

Winston Peters back in kingmaker position after special votes return from 2023-11-03T17:07

National's "worst-case scenario" has become a reality - the party needs New Zealand First to form a government. After 20 long days of counting, re-counting and double checking ballots the final ele...

Deadly mushroom lunch: Host of lunch arrested in Australia from 2023-11-02T18:14

The woman who hosted a mushroom lunch that ended in the deaths of three of her four guests has been arrested by police in Australia. Erin Patterson has denied any wrong doing. In July, Erin's ex-in...

Ex Gloriavale resident angry about education she missed out on from 2023-11-02T18:07

A former Gloriavale student is angry about the education she missed out on at School in the secretive South Island community, where she says girls are told their future is cooking and sewing. A rec...

Flood-damaged doggy daycare searching for forever home from 2023-11-02T17:55

Wanted: three to four acres of flat land in the Napier-Hastings area. Reward: the money-can't-buy joy of giving local dogs a new home away from home. Owners of a Hawke's Bay doggy daycare decimated...

Massey University students and staff living in limbo from 2023-11-02T17:50

As Massey University proposes to slash staff and courses while facing a huge financial deficit, students and staff affected by the possible cuts are operating in limbo. And their anxiety is hanging...

Paramedic says he broke St John policy to help mosque attack victims from 2023-11-02T17:43

The first paramedic inside Al Noor Mosque following the Christchurch terror attack says if policy was followed, medical staff would NOT have gone in at all. The inquest has heard eight to ten victi...

Evening business for 2 November 2023 from 2023-11-02T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340339198112

Spate of puppies dumped in Auckland in last 24 hours from 2023-11-02T17:29

A flood of puppies is not as delicious as it sounds, when they've been dumped on your doorstep at just eight weeks old. And right now Auckland Council is drowning in them. Twenty-nine puppies have ...

Injury toll and losses mounting for Black Caps at Cricket World Cup from 2023-11-02T17:24

The injury toll and losses are mounting for the Black Caps at the Cricket World Cup. With two more games left to play in the round robin New Zealand are in a battle for the last semifinal spot. Spo...

Collective of pharmacists want National to keep free prescriptions from 2023-11-02T17:18

A collective of pharmacists wants National to back track on its policy to ditch free prescriptions for everyone, while the cost of living crisis persists. National plans to reverse what it calls an...

44 percent of people in NZ prisons haven't been found guilty from 2023-11-02T17:15

A justice advocate says people being remanded in custody are pleading guilty to crimes they haven't committed just to get out of prison. Others are effectively serving jail sentences for charges th...

Gloriavale students made to 'put on a good show' for ERO inspectors from 2023-11-02T17:07

A former Gloriavale resident's revealed students were made to "put on a good show" for inspectors. Her comments follow a recent ERO report which slams the private school inside the secretive South ...

'Dream' ski season for Mt Ruapehu helping bolster businesses from 2023-11-01T18:10

Business owners and locals in the shadows of Mt Ruapehu are eagerly awaiting some certainty about the future of the mountain. Discussions are still ongoing between the companies bidding to take ove...

8,000 more people out of work than previous quarter from 2023-11-01T18:06

8,000 more people are out of work than in the previous quarter of the year, and an additional 7,000 aren't getting as much work as they would like. Data from Stats NZ has unemployment sitting at 3....

Champion swimmer moving cities due to problems getting pool space from 2023-11-01T17:52

Champion Swimmer Lewis Clareburt is refusing to stay in his lane! The multi commonwealth games medalist is moving from the Capital to Auckland to ramp up his Olympic campaign after ongoing problems...

Cattle thieves take more than 50 cows from South Auckland farm from 2023-11-01T17:47

Cattle rustlers have hit a South Auckland stud ...swiping more than 50 cattle and with them priceless genetics. 22 breeding cows and 29 calves have been stolen from farmers Kirstine Lereculey and P...

Half hour delay for paramedics to enter Al Noor mosque after shooting from 2023-11-01T17:42

It took half an hour for paramedics to enter Al Noor Mosque after the March 2019 massacre. The inquest has heard at least two Armed Offenders Squad officers had deemed the mosque safe to enter and ...

International law expert: ceasefire in Israel and Gaza unlikely from 2023-11-01T17:36

An international law expert suspects calls for a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamas will be ignored. Aid agencies have been pleading for an immediate ceasefire, to allow for the safe del...

Evening business for 1 November 2023 from 2023-11-01T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340266548112

Ian Foster's All Blacks reign ends as team touches down in NZ from 2023-11-01T17:26

All Blacks coach Ian Foster's reign ended today as he touched down in Auckland after the Rugby World Cup campaign in France. Foster now hands over the team to new coach Scott Robertson, even though...

Household interest payments expected to double by next year from 2023-11-01T17:18

Buckle up, because household interest payments are expected to double by mid next year, forcing more borrowers to default on their mortgages. In its latest Financial Stability Report, the Reserve B...

Resounding failure for Gloriavale school in latest ERO report from 2023-11-01T17:07

It's a resounding fail for Gloriavale Christian school according to its latest ERO report card. The private school operates out of the secretive community on the West coast of the South Island abou...

Tesla under microscope for inflated claims about capabilities from 2023-10-31T18:17

Tesla is under the microscope over allegations it's may have over revved claims about its famous cars capitalities. The company's revealed it's been subpoena'd by the US Department of Justice for m...

Car dealers slashing EV prices ahead of end clean car discount from 2023-10-31T18:14

Dealers say they're slashing the prices on electric vehicles ahead of the end of the clean car discount, but even that doesn't seem to have buyers rushing through the doors. National has promised t...

Aid agencies express grave concern of humanitarian crisis in Gaza from 2023-10-31T18:07

With a ceasefire in Gaza becoming more and more unlikely, Aid Agencies are continuing to express grave concern over the humanitarian crisis. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says a ceasef...

Dogs banned from Wellington Bay, may be allowed in summer from 2023-10-31T17:55

From tomorrow, dogs are banned from Oriental Bay in Wellington, but an effort is underway to allow pooches to roam the sandy shore during summer months. Traditionally dogs can go on the beach in wi...

Conservationists concerned to find dozens of dead penguins on Waiheke from 2023-10-31T17:47

There are growing concerns for the Hauraki Gulf's penguins with ten chicks found starving and dozens dead on Waiheke Island in the past few weeks. It has conservationists worried that we could be s...

Aid agency says over 3,300 kids killed in Gaza since October 7 from 2023-10-31T17:44

More than 3,300 children have been killed in Gaza since the Hamas attacks on October 7, according to an aid agency. And a further 940 are missing; believed to be buried under the rubble of building...

Evening business for 31 October 2023 from 2023-10-31T17:34

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340202010112

First Armed Offender on Al Noor Mosque scene describes frustration getting paramedics to assist from 2023-10-31T17:32

The Armed Offenders Squad member who led the first team into Al Noor Mosque has described his frustration at the time it took to get paramedics to assist victims.

Eddie Jones officially quits as Wallabies coach from 2023-10-31T17:26

In a messy exit, Eddie Jones has officially quit as Wallabies coach less than a year into a five year deal. He'll leave the job next month, after the Wallabies failed to make the knockout stages of...

Growing calls for tougher action against roaming dogs in Far North from 2023-10-31T17:20

Calls are growing in the Far North for tougher action against roaming dogs and irresponsible owners after two fatal dog attacks in little more than a year. Some Northlanders are even calling for re...

Whakaari Island owners found guilty of health&safety failings from 2023-10-31T17:15

It's been almost four years since the deadly Whakaari White Island eruption. Now the island's owners, the Buttles, are being held accountable for health and safety failings through their company. W...

Supie directors stood down to make process easier, one says from 2023-10-31T17:07

Former Supie director Ben Kepes says the online supermarket's failure is tragic for everyone - and there are people lower on the food chain than the workers owed wages.  Supie announced on Monday i...

What's next for Ian Foster? from 2023-10-30T18:10

Ian Foster says he's open to new coaching jobs, but was determined not to entertain any until the World Cup was over. The All Blacks' coach's duties are now over, and he says his immediate attentio...

Wild Weather: Tairawhiti under heavy rain warning till tomorrow from 2023-10-30T18:06

Tairawhiti is under an Orange heavy rain wanring, spreading from Gisborne to Tolaga Bay until late tomorrow afternoon. The area is still recovering after being slammed during cyclone Gabrielle and ...

Kids Kapa Haka competition kicks off in South Island for first time from 2023-10-30T17:55

The country's biggest primary school kapa haka competition, Te Mana Kuratahi, is underway in Whakatū, Nelson. It's the first time the event has been held in the South Island, bringing competitors f...

NZ gamers to compete with world's best at Esport champs from 2023-10-30T17:52

New Zealand's best and brightest gamers are gearing up for the Global Esports championships. The Women's DOTA 2 team and an E Football player qualified for the games in Saudi Arabia where they'll r...

Photo exhibition shares stories warning the danger of scams from 2023-10-30T17:47

A photo exhibition's been set up to warn people to be extra vigilant of scams by sharing the stories of those who have been caught out. Nine out of ten New Zealanders were targeted by some kind of ...

Criminal barrister on Baby Ru case from 2023-10-30T17:41

Three people were at home when Hutt valley toddler Ruthless-Empire was fatally injured according to police, so why more than a week on, hasn't anyone been charged? The trio have been indentified as...

Evening business for 30 October 2023 from 2023-10-30T17:32

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6340120428112

Online grocer Supie goes out of business, owing millions from 2023-10-30T17:23

Online grocer Supie has gone out of business today owing at least $3 million. The Auckland based independent virtual supermarket has gone into voluntary administration after launching just two and ...

Armed offender details horrifying scene at Al Noor Mosque on March 15 from 2023-10-30T17:16

An Armed Offenders Squad member has detailed the horrifying scene which confronted emergency services at Al Noor Mosque on the day of the Christchurch terror attack. The inquest has also heard from...

Severe weather warning for Coromandel extended till tomorrow from 2023-10-30T17:07

The metservice has extended its severe weather warning for the coromandel until nine tomorrow morning as the area continues to be lashed by ex-cyclone Lola. It's warning while there may be a lull, ...

'We have a right to be safe': Calls for compulsory consent education at uni from 2023-10-27T18:06

A sexual abuse support service wants compulsory consent education for first year university students as data reveals the extent of complaints at universities. There were more than 300 sexual violen...

Auckland council closing Muriwai to motorists over Guy Fawkes from 2023-10-27T17:53

For the first time the brakes are going on vehicles at a popular west Auckland beach this guy fawkes Auckland council's extended a ban on motorbikes and cars driving along Muriwai to cover the days...

Police dispatcher didn't realise mosque threat was genuine - inquest from 2023-10-27T17:48

The police dispatcher on the day of the Christchurch terror attack says she would've sent armed units to Linwood Islamic Centre if she had been aware of the threat contained within the gunman's man...

Waikaremoana great walk likely to stay closed till at least next year from 2023-10-27T17:37

The chances of hiking the Lake Waikaremoana Great Walk this summer are not great with the track likely to stay closed until at least mid January next year. It's been shut for more than a year with ...

Evening business for 27 October 2023 from 2023-10-27T17:34

News from the business sector, including a market report.

New Zealand's instant coffees ranked, from bad to worst from 2023-10-27T17:28

Are you a coffee snob, only a barrista brew will do? Well this next story could stir things up, and maybe save you a few bucks too. Consumer NZ has done blind taste tests of nine supermarket bought...

All Blacks relaxed heading into World Cup Final from 2023-10-27T17:24

Let's go to Paris now where we're joined by our rugby reporter Joe Porter. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6339952124112

Police yet to charge over toddler homicide, five days on from 2023-10-27T17:16

It's been five days since police say a baby was killed in the Lower Hutt suburb of Taita but officers are yet to charge anyone. The death of Ruthless-Empire Ahipene Wall, who would have turned two ...

World cup final: All Blacks fans get ready for history-making game from 2023-10-27T17:15

The All Blacks are carrying a weight of expectation from their fans and are on the brink of making history at the Rugby World Cup. On Sunday morning, they could become the first country to win four...

Maine gunman still at large, as police surround suspect's house from 2023-10-27T17:06

A gunman in the United States remains at large more than 24 hours after the country's deadliest mass shooting this year. 18 people were gunned down at a bar and a bowling alley in the town of Lewis...

Bizarre ice cream flavour in huge demand at Auckland shop from 2023-10-26T18:26

Now for our next scoop: Auckland is hooked on a new flavour of ice cream combining two foods you'd least expect. After just a week of being open, Fugitoto made a splash in Epsom when it introduced ...

More than 10,000 Vanuatuan households torn apart by cyclone Bola from 2023-10-26T18:10

Cyclone Lola has destroyed schools and homes in Vanuatu, with more than 10,000 households torn apart, damaged or flooded. Four provinces in the north have been hit hardest as humanitarian aid group...

Pastry professionals judge NZ's best sausage rolls from 2023-10-26T17:56

Now that the election is over, it's time for pastry professionals to vote for the best sausage roll in the country. More than 400 from across the nation lined up for judging in Christchurch today, ...

Proposed ram raid law 'leads nowhere good', Children's Commissioner says from 2023-10-26T17:53

A pipeline to prison is how in the incoming Chief Children's Commissioner is describing a proposed ram raid law. The bill, amending the Crimes Act, would see ram raid sentences of up ten years in j...

All Blacks team for world cup final to be named overnight from 2023-10-26T17:49

Lisa talks to our rugby reporter Joe Porter in Paris. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6339884530112

Winston Peters refuses to apologise over attack on Ardern from 2023-10-26T17:38

Winston Peters is refusing to apologise for his extraordinary attack on the former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern - in which he wrongly accused her office of hiding information from the public about...

Evening business for 26 October 2023 from 2023-10-26T17:34

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6339891088112

Police questioned over response to Mosque threats on March 15 from 2023-10-26T17:30

Eight vital minutes were lost between police being told a shooting was planned at the Linwood Islamic Centre, and the terrorist opening fire. A senior police officer in the communications centre ha...

NZ ultra-marathon runner stops short of backyard world record from 2023-10-26T17:25

Christchurch ultra-runner Sam Harvey has stopped short of making history at Big Dog's Backyard Ultra in Tennessee. When we checked in yesterday he had been running 6.7 kilometre loops on the hour, ...

Netanyahu says Israel still preparing for invasion of Gaza from 2023-10-26T17:16

Benjamin Netanyahu has stressed Israel is still preparing for a ground invasion of Gaza, but he won't say when. In a televised address the Prime Minister sais that Israel is raining hell fire on Ha...

At least 22 believed dead in mass shooting in Maine, US from 2023-10-26T17:10

It's believed at least 22 people have been killed in another US mass shooting, this time in the town of Lewiston in Maine. A man hunt is underway after the suspected shooter, former soldier Robert ...

Police treating toddler's death as a homicide from 2023-10-26T17:07

"An innocent child, who should have been safe, and loved." Police say a toddler who was killed in Lower Hutt on Sunday was taken to hospital at least 12 hours after he was injured. The death of Rut...

Inquest raises questions around police response mosque attacks from 2023-10-25T18:07

Were vital clues to the Christchurch terrorist's plans missed by police? Did parliament staff treat the threat with the gravity it deserved? Those are questions the inquest into the deaths of the 5...

Red Cross believes Cyclone warnings saved lives in Vanuatu from 2023-10-25T17:49

The Red Cross in Vanuatu believes sending field workers into communities to warn people to get ready for Cyclone Lola has saved lives. The storm was still a category four and five storm when it hit...

Child deaths and injuries in Gaza 'shockingly high' - Save the Children from 2023-10-25T17:42

It's believed more 2,300 children have been killed in Gaza during Israel's counter attacks. Almost 5,400 more have been injured and 800 children are believed missing under rubble. These figures use...

Evening business for 25 October 2023 from 2023-10-25T17:35

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NZ Ultra-marathon runner aiming for backyard world record from 2023-10-25T17:28

A New Zealand ultra-marathon runner is moving closer to a world record, by running loops in a backyard in the United States. Sam Harvey from Christchurch is competing in Big Dog's Backyard Ultra in...

The Cloud: Popular Auckland venue's time may soon be up from 2023-10-25T17:17

There's a potential storm gathering over Auckland's venue the cloud. The 12 year old structure has played host to fan viewing events for the Rugby World Cup and America's cup, Fifa Women's World cu...

Wellington councillors sign off on ballooning town hall repair bill from 2023-10-25T17:17

Wellington councillors have agreed to pour more money into repairing the town hall to pay the refurbishment bill of $330 million. The 120-year-old Town Hall has been closed since 2013, after being ...

What will National's crackdown on gangs look like? from 2023-10-25T17:08

National's promised to crack down on gangs in its first hundred days in government. So what is that actually going to look like in a town like Opotiki where gang tensions are simmering to boiling p...

WHO calls for humanitarian access and supplies to Gaza from 2023-10-24T18:07

The World Health Organisation is warning of a "public health catastrophe" if humanitarian access and an immediate ceasefire is not allowed in Gaza.

Man to walk 200km just months after a near fatal accident from 2023-10-24T17:54

Just six months after he nearly died during an accident when cutting a tree, a Dannevirke man will walk more than 200 kilometres to Wellington. 

Auckland marathon to clash with Rugby World Cup final from 2023-10-24T17:50

It is arguably the biggest, most iconic running event in New Zealand and it's happening this Sunday. The Auckland marathon has been going for 32 years, but this year, like in 2015, it is clashing w...

New ferry operator making waves in Hauraki Gulf from 2023-10-24T17:43

People who travel between Auckland and Waiheke Island are celebrating promised savings, with a new ferry operator making waves in the Hauraki Gulf. From next month, Island Direct will operate a 50-...

Police granted special powers to crack down on gangs in Opotiki from 2023-10-24T17:37

Police have been granted special powers to crack down on gangs in Ōpōtiki. They say recent shootings throughout the town are related to rising tensions between the Black Power and Mongrel Mob gangs...

Evening business for 24 October 2023 from 2023-10-24T17:31

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Black Ferns winning streak comes to an end against France from 2023-10-24T17:23

The Black Ferns don't have long to dwell on their WXV loss, with another game around the corner. New Zealand's 16-game winning streak came to an end with a one-point loss to France in Wellington on...

Fullers not concerned about new player in Waiheke ferry market from 2023-10-24T17:16

There's a new ferry service in town set to offer trips between Auckland and Waiheke at a cheaper price than long-running operator Fullers360. From next month, Island Direct will provide up to 18 cr...

Coroner promises to keep victims at the heart of March 15 inquiry from 2023-10-24T17:12

'None of them are defined by what happened on 15 March'. The words of the coroner as she opened an inquest into the Christchurch terror attack, as she promised to keep victims at the heart of her i...

Vanuatu braces for 300km/h winds from Cyclone Lola from 2023-10-24T17:07

The cyclone bearing down on Vanuatu has been upgraded to a Category 5 storm with our Pacific neighbours on Red Alert as they brace for winds close to 300km per hour. Tropical Cyclone Lola is sittin...

All Blacks gearing up for semi final clash against Argentina from 2023-10-20T18:06

We head to France now where the All Blacks are gearing up for their semi-final clash against Argentina. Live from Paris is rugby reporter Joe Porter.

Investigation into deaths of port workers finds industry safety issues from 2023-10-20T17:55

An investigation into the deaths of two port workers within six days of each other has found major safety issues within the stevedoring industry. Atiroa Tuaiti from Auckland and Don Grant from Lytt...

Banana shortage: Limited supply struggles to satisfy huge demand from 2023-10-20T17:51

Banana importers are finding it harder to keep up with New Zealand's voracious appetite for them. Floods and droughts on South American plantations are limiting supply around the world. Felix Walto...

Concerns over spate of baby penguin deaths from 2023-10-20T17:44

A spate of baby penguin deaths has raised concerns there could be a repeat of a catastrophic breeding season of five years ago, where there were mass fatalities of korora. On Waiheke Island alone s...

Exploited pizza shop worker wants former employer put in jail from 2023-10-20T17:37

A pizza shop worker swindled out of tens of thousands of dollars by his former employer says there's nothing left but for the man to go to jail. In October 2022, the Employment Relations Authority ...

Evening business for 20 October 2023 from 2023-10-20T17:33

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Some Auckland beaches still no-gos, coming up to long weekend from 2023-10-20T17:28

The long weekend is almost upon us and there's finally some settled weather in Auckland at least, meaning some of us may be keen to get out in the water. But with the Parnell Poonami still fresh in...

Eden Park in for Pacific Rugby league extravaganza over weekend from 2023-10-20T17:25

Eden Park is in for an extravaganza of Pacific rugby league this weekend. The Kiwi and Tongan A sides kick off the Pacific Championships tomorrow afternoon, followed by the Kiwi Ferns taking on Mat...

Hawaiian Airlines bails out of NZ for winter due to lack of demand from 2023-10-20T17:17

Hawaiian Airlines is bailing out of New Zealand over winter at least, choosing to fly more lucrative Northern hemisphere routes following patchy kiwi demand for American sunnymoons. The service, wh...

United Nations warns Middle East on the 'edge of an abyss' from 2023-10-20T17:11

The Middle East is on the "edge of an abyss". That's the warning from the United Nations. US President Joe Biden is asking for billions of dollars in funding for Ukraine and Israel, telling the Ame...

Hamilton man left with big repair bill after Uber hit and run from 2023-10-19T17:55

A Hamilton man has been left with a big repair bill after an Uber eats driver crashed into his car then took off ... the driver didn't drop off the KFC his next door neighbours had ordered, either....

Racing: Jockey shortage due to suspensions and locals leaving from 2023-10-19T17:51

Situations Vacant; elevated position in a rapid paced environment Must like horses more than carbs. Yup Aotearoa apparently has a shortage of jockeys. NZ Thoroughbred Racing says top notch riders a...

Concrete company fined after a worker lost his arm in a machine from 2023-10-19T17:47

A worker at a Manawatū concrete company lost his right arm when he had to pull himself from a machine he was cleaning. The company he worked for, Dunlop Drymix Ltd, has today been sentenced in the ...

Dunedin boy wants to bring back international flights to the city from 2023-10-19T17:42

A 13 year old Dunedin boy has launched a campaign to bring back direct, international flights to the city. The flights haven't been reinstated since borders re-opened and it seems young Benjamin Pa...

Union and Restaurant Association at odds over fair pay and employment trial plans from 2023-10-19T17:36

Some restaurant owners are looking forward to the end of fair pay agreements and the reintroduction of 90 day trials. They're two promises made by National on the campaign trail. But the Union for ...

Evening business for 19 October 2023 from 2023-10-19T17:27

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All Blacks welcome Mark Telea back after he breached protocol from 2023-10-19T17:23

The All Blacks have welcomed protocol-breacher Mark Telea back into the starting side for the semi final match against Argentina. Sam Whitelock joins Telea in the starting side and Samisoni Taukei'...

Son understood to be Wellington woman's suspected killer from 2023-10-19T17:19

A Wellington mother who RNZ understands was killed by her son, was a beloved member of the community she lived in. Irene Katsou-Giannis was found dead in her home in Miramar on Monday. Our reporter...

New Zealand beer cooler company Huski battles Chinese counterfeiters from 2023-10-19T17:07

An expensive game of wack a mole that can destroy some businesses. That's how a boutique NZ company describes the constant battle against China based counterfeiters stealing their intellectual prop...

Aid organisation calls for humanitarian corridor in Gaza from 2023-10-18T18:12

A doctor has described an operating room ceiling collapsing to the floor mid surgery during the bombing of a Gaza hospital. Palestinian officials claim Israel is responsible for the missile strike ...

Massey University science staff and students fight to save their jobs and studies from 2023-10-18T17:49

Science staff and students at Massey University are fighting to save their jobs, and their studies. The cash-strapped university is proposing to slash science causes from its Albany campus, which w...

Police at pains to remind parents to buckle up kids from 2023-10-18T17:44

A veteran police officer is trying to get people to buckle their kids in. Over the past seven weeks, Taupo police have set up seatbelt Checkpoints near schools and other spots around the district. ...

New kind of speed cameras more effective - Waka Kotahi from 2023-10-18T17:36

Waka kotahi says new road safety cameras that track a cars speed over a length of road are way more effective at reducing crashes than fixed spot speed cameras. The so called point to point cameras...

Evening business for 18 October 2023 from 2023-10-18T17:32

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US Water Warrior tells NZ crowd water problems are getting worse from 2023-10-18T17:29

A US water warrior immortalised by Hollywood has told a New Zealand crowd that water problems are getting much worse. But Erin Brockovich's message to a Water NZ industry conference today is that c...

All Blacks unlikely to make changes for World Cup semi final from 2023-10-18T17:25

The All Blacks coaches are unlikely to make too many changes for the side that runs out against Argentina in the World Cup semifinal. The two sides will meet in Paris on Saturday morning New Zealan...

Winston Peters arrives in capital, preparing for Govt negotiations from 2023-10-18T17:19

Winston Peters has touched down in the capital, as New Zealand First seeks to position itself as a power-player in approaching government negotiations. Any official talks involving National ACT and...

Claims&counter claims after hospital bombing in Gaza from 2023-10-18T17:13

Claims and counter claims after a massive explosion at the Al-Ahli Arabi Baptist Hospital in Gaza. Hundreds of Palestinians died after a suspected rocket hit the building. It was packed with the si...

'Significant gaps' in how domestic violence victims checked for brain injuries from 2023-10-17T18:10

New research has found "significant gaps" in the way domestic violence victims are checked for brain injuries. A study of over 600 incidents of domestic violence that presented to Wellington Hospit...

Auckland's light rail on chopping block under National Govt from 2023-10-17T18:06

Auckland Light Rail is one of many Labour Party projects on the chopping block under the incoming National government. The party has promised to scrap plans for the city-to-airport link within its ...

Long time MP Andrew Little quits politics to make way for fresh faces from 2023-10-17T17:53

Long time labour MP, former minister and leader of the Party Andrew Little has called time on his political career to make way for a talent refresh after the weekend's drubbing. The former union le...

Hopes for busy summer in Coromandel, despite closure of Cathedral Cove track from 2023-10-17T17:44

A Coromandel tour operator now has some access to a key tourism drawcard after eight months of a rāhui. The Department of Conservation (DOC) closed the walking track to Cathedral Cove after extreme...

Temporary fix at Auckland sinkhole stops wastewater flowing in from 2023-10-17T17:36

A bypass pipe at the site of an Auckland sinkhole is finally operating, meaning hundreds of litres of wastewater will no longer be flowing into the harbour. But that's where the good news ends, bec...

Evening business for 17 October 2023 from 2023-10-17T17:31

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'We are winning the war': Inflation cools to two year low from 2023-10-17T17:27

'We are winning the war on inflation' That's according to Kiwibank chief economist Jarrod Kerr following the news inflation has cooled to a two year low. It's eased to 5.6 percent. However inflatio...

Eddie Jones adamant he'll stick around as Wallabies coach from 2023-10-17T17:23

Having overseen the Wallabies worst ever Rugby World Cup campaign, coach Eddie Jones is adamant he's sticking around. Speculation was rife during Australia's short stay in the tournament that Jones...

Christchurch council has 'serious financial issues', rates rises on the cards from 2023-10-17T17:11

Christchurch residents could be facing a rates rise of up to 18 percent. Mayor Phil Mauger has said the city council has 'serious financial issues' and cuts are on the cards.

Hipkins remains Labour leader for now, after Caucus debrief from 2023-10-17T17:07

Chris Hipkins remains the leader of the Labour Party, for now, declaring he's still got a bit of fight in him after a caucus debrief to dissect its election night disaster. His longer-term future, ...

Noise, trucks, light pollution: Coastal community concerned about planned sand mine from 2023-10-16T18:14

The company behind a controversial sand mine at Cape Foulwind on the West Coast is now planning to establish another at Mananui, south of Hokitika. Last year, residents expressed their worry about ...

Northland swept up in blue wave, slender red lead in Maori seat from 2023-10-16T18:10

Northland's general electorates have been swept up in the blue wave engulfing New Zealand. Although, in the Maori electorate, Te Tai Tokerau, Labour's Kelvin Davis holds a slender lead. In a region...

Fainga'anuku stars in tense All Blacks Quarter Final win from 2023-10-16T17:55

One of the stars of yesterday's game would have to be young Leicester Fainga'anuku. Through a twist of fate and poor judgement by Mark Telea, who was dropped for breaching team rules, 24 year old F...

French Rugby fans devastated after team crashes out of World Cup from 2023-10-16T17:53

The Rugby World Cup hosts are out, after a one point loss to South Africa at Stade de France. It was a try-fest, in a frenetic match in Paris. French fans had dared to dream this was their chance t...

Pacific leaders fear they won't have a voice in new government from 2023-10-16T17:46

Pacific leaders fear they will have little or no voice in the new National-led Government National currently has two possible Pacific MPs Angee Nicholas, but only if she wins Te Atatu, and Agnes Lo...

Te Pati Maori electorate haul could affect coalition agreements from 2023-10-16T17:42

Te Pati Maori's victorous election haul could have a knock on effect on coalition arrangements. The party won an unprecedented four of the seven Maori seats on Saturday and it's optimistic it could...

Evening business for 16 October 2023 from 2023-10-16T17:35

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Rugby World Cup Semi Finalists locked in after nail-biting game from 2023-10-16T17:31

The semi finalists of the Rugby World Cup are locked in. Defending champions South Africa will meet England in a repeat of the 2019 final while the All Blacks, fresh off their epic win over Ireland...

Electoral law expert: Post election limbo and special votes from 2023-10-16T17:24

Returning to our earlier story about post election limbo. The deadline for the Electoral Commission to count special votes, including overseas ballots, is Friday 13 November. It's estimated there's...

Auckland Museum apologises after flying Israeli colours from 2023-10-16T17:19

A gesture for peace has backfired badly for the Auckland War Memorial Museum. They've apologised today after lighting the museum in Israeli colours last night, a move that sparked protests outside ...

National's Maureen Pugh wins long-time red West Coast seat from 2023-10-16T17:12

She calls herself the yoyo MP. But this time National's Maureen Pugh has sprung back into parliament in spectacular fashion apparently wrestling the long time red seat of West Coast Tasman off Labo...

Slim majority for National and ACT means NZ first may be needed from 2023-10-16T17:07

The election is done, now let the games begin. Early talks have started between National, ACT and New Zealand First - as they seek to form a governing arrangement. The result on election night give...

All Blacks face make-or-break World Cup battle against Ireland from 2023-10-13T18:13

Of course the election's not the only big event of the weekend. The All Blacks are facing a make or break Rugby World Cup battle against Ireland in the quarter finals tomorrow morning New Zealand t...

National&Labour hold final rallies before wrapping up campaign from 2023-10-13T18:07

The election campaign ends tonight, after a long six weeks on the road for politicians trying to sell their vision to voters. The hoardings have to come down tonight, and from tomorrow, there'll be...

Washing machine bursts into flames, forcing family to evacuate from 2023-10-13T17:55

A washing machine that burst into flames forcing an Auckland family to evacuate their home has prompted a wider warning about potentially fatal faults in four top loaders. The samsung toploader was...

Teed off: Golf course staff owed thousands in pay from 2023-10-13T17:52

Former staff members at the Gulf Harbour Country Club on Auckland's Whangaparaoa Peninsula say they're owed more than $100,000 after getting laid off on the spot. The club abruptly closed in July, ...

Report reveals issues with Chch council's handling of Bromley stench from 2023-10-13T17:48

A leaked independent report has painted a grim picture of Christchurch City Council and how it handled the Bromley stench. A fire at a wastewater treatment plant in November 2021 caused a terrible ...

'Not in our backyard': Old trains dumped in North Island town from 2023-10-13T17:43

'Not in our backyard thank you very much'. Taumaranui locals want to know why disused trains from Auckland have been dumped in their town. The unwanted Auckland carriages were surplus to requiremen...

Massive spike in copper cable thefts in Hawkes Bay - distributor from 2023-10-13T17:31

Thieves pinching valuable copper cable from the Hawkes bay electricity network are at risk of getting deadly shocks. The local distributor Unison says there's been a massive spike in thefts with pe...

Evening business for 13 October from 2023-10-13T17:27

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Mark Telea dropped from All Blacks squad for breaching protocol from 2023-10-13T17:24

All Blacks winger Mark Telea has been left out of the side to play Ireland in the quarter final on Sunday morning, for breaching team protocol. Leicester Fainga'anuku has been named on the left win...

Dog that killed elderly woman in Northland was a pet - Police from 2023-10-13T17:17

Police say the dog that killed an elderly woman in an attack in her Far North backyard was a household pet. The community in Moerewa is shocked and grieving after the woman, in her 70s, died - and ...

Frantic final day of political campaigning before voting closes from 2023-10-13T17:07

After a gruelling six weeks, Politicians have had a frantic final day of campaigning, ahead of voting closing tomorrow night. Polls suggest National and ACT have the edge - but would need New Zeala...

Santa shortage: Struggle to recruit St. Nick&his helpers from 2023-10-12T17:55

They're calling it a jingle bell shock. A warning this story could be upsetting to small children and those who love the festive season. There could be a santa shortage this year potentially leavin...

First Maori Women's National cricket tournament starts tomorrow from 2023-10-12T17:52

The first ever Maori Women's National Cricket Tournament starts tomorrow in Hastings. Five teams will be playing over the weekend for the trophy, 'Rona Mckenzie Taonga' in honour of the first Maori...

How can you vote if you live on the street? from 2023-10-12T17:48

People living on the streets of Auckland say a lack of voting information and accessibility is stopping them from exercising their democratic right. As New Zealanders cast their votes in this year'...

Hot, dry El nino summer forecast places extra stress on farmers from 2023-10-12T17:42

The forecast hot, dry El Nino summer is placing extra stress on farmers battered by Cyclone Gabrielle. In the lower North Island's Tararua District, a Big Dry could hit particularly hard after a bo...

Evening business for 12 October 2023 from 2023-10-12T17:36

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Politicians frantically make last minute pitches to voters from 2023-10-12T17:32

The race debate was back at the fore today after the Labour leader renewed attacks on policies by the right bloc. Chris Hipkins slammed National, ACT and New Zealand First saying they are running c...

Google maps error putting off would-be visitors to Coromandel from 2023-10-12T17:25

Thames - Coromandel is on the map but in the wrong way and the local mayor says it's putting much needed visitors off. Google's online map service is displaying out of date road closure information...

Ireland favourites to beat All Blacks, despite never reaching semis of World Cup from 2023-10-12T17:22

Ireland are the bookies pick to beat the All Blacks in the Rugby World Cup quarterfinal at Stade de France on Sunday morning New Zealand time. That's Election Boxing Day for those who celebrate. Th...

United Nations calls for access to food, fuel and water in Gaza from 2023-10-12T17:15

The UN has called for rapid and unimpeded access to essential supplies of food, fuel and water into Gaza as Israel's bombardment continues. Gaza's only power station has shut down, after Israel cut...

David Benbow found guilty of shooting childhood friend from 2023-10-12T17:07

Where's Michael? The question the family of Christchurch man Michael McGrath is asking, after his childhood friend was found guilty of his murder. David Benbow was accused of shooting the 49-year-o...

Poll mania: Right bloc loses seats, labour climbing in latest polls from 2023-10-11T18:08

With just two days to go until New Zealand goes to the polls, Labour is pushing back but is it too little too late? The lastest TVNZ Verian poll has Labour up 2 points to 28 percent, National up on...

Volunteers still travelling to Hawkes Bay for flood clean-up 8 months on from 2023-10-11T17:55

Volunteers are still travelling to Hawke's Bay from around the North Island to help with the cleanup, eight months on from Cyclone Gabrielle. Temporary housing requirements mean paid accommodation ...

Expect more extreme storms says latest Govt climate report from 2023-10-11T17:51

The latest government report on New Zealand's climate says people can expect bigger, heavier atmospheric rivers, like the one that brought record rainfall to Auckland in January. The report says in...

Cost of living and rent spikes hit pensioners who don't own homes from 2023-10-11T17:46

For pensioners who don't own their own homes, the cost of living and rent spikes are eating into their income and sense of security. But, around New Zealand, a small number of accommodation provide...

Father of teenager with cancer says travel allowance scheme a 'failure' from 2023-10-11T17:41

A father whose teenage son has cancer says the scheme to help them travel to get treatment doesn't come close to covering costs, and people shouldn't have to rely on charity to get the care they ne...

Evening business for 11 October 2023 from 2023-10-11T17:35

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Frontline police officers often doing job of health services - union from 2023-10-11T17:33

The Police Minister and the Union are united in their view, that frontline officers are too often doing the job of health services. More and more, officers are responding to mental health callouts,...

Teenage climate activists disrupt ACT press conference from 2023-10-11T17:27

A teenage student climate activist, who is too young to vote, has still managed to have her say this election campaign - challenging David Seymour over his party's policy. 17 year old Aurora Garner...

American billionaire front-runner to own new Auckland A-league from 2023-10-11T17:25

An American billionaire has emerged as the front-runner to own Auckland's new A-League football club. Bill Foley who owns football clubs in England and Europe as well as wineries and restaurants in...

Shortage of prison officers means inmates shifted between jails from 2023-10-11T17:15

A shortage of prison officers means Corrections is being forced to transfer inmates to other jails to cope. Meanwhile it's alleged some prisoners are being denied their basic human rights, includin...

New poll gives Labour party 11th hour boost from 2023-10-11T17:10

Chris Hipkins reckons the momentum is gathering behind Labour at just the right time, as a new poll gave the party an 11th hour bump. A Guardian poll has Labour up 3.5 points, out of the wilderness...

Church group of 54 New Zealanders stranded in Jerusalem from 2023-10-10T18:07

A tour group of 54 New Zealanders are stranded after their Turkish Airlines flight scheduled to leave this Thursday was cancelled. The group arrived last Tuesday for an eight day pilgrimage. Pesi S...

Orangutan causes trouble in new home at Auckland zoo from 2023-10-10T17:54

A curious Orangutan has managed to make short work of a supposidly tamper proof sprinkler system, prompting a fire service call out and a special mention in an Auckland council board agenda. Daya, ...

Golfers continue to use abandoned Gulf Harbour Country Club course after sudden closure from 2023-10-10T17:51

Golfers blindsided by the sudden closure of a prestigious club on Auckland's Whangaparaoa Peninsula are taking matters into their own hands and continuing to use the abandoned course. The Gulf Harb...

Israel declares siege on Gaza, cutting off power, food&water from 2023-10-10T17:45

Returning to our earlier story about war in the Middle East. Israel has declared a complete seige on Gaza following co-ordinated attacks from Hamas; saying power, electricity, water and food would ...

Port Waikato voters heading back to polls 6 weeks after election from 2023-10-10T17:39

Voters in Port Waikato will be heading back to the polling booth just six weeks after the general election. The electorate will have a by election on November 25th. The sudden death of ACT candidat...

Man tries to bounce into record book with most bungees in 24 hours from 2023-10-10T17:35

A man is trying bounce his way back into the record books, for the most bungees in 24 hours. Mike Heard hopes to complete more than 765 bungy jumps off the Auckland Harbour Bridge, by tomorrow morn...

Evening business for 10 October 2023 from 2023-10-10T17:31

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Press leaders debate kicks off, minus the two main leaders from 2023-10-10T17:28

Following some disagreement and delay, the Press Leaders' debate will finally take place in Christchurch this evening. The two Chrises were set to face off in the notoriously rowdy debate last week...

More money, more games: Changes to Women's Super Rugby from 2023-10-10T17:24

Changes are coming for women's rugby with Super Rugby Aupiki to expand ahead of the 2025 Rugby World Cup. More games, more players and more money is part of New Zealand Rugby's plan. However, inclu...

Israel calls up 300,000 army reservists as counter attacks ramp up from 2023-10-10T17:16

Israel is calling up 300,000 army reservists as it ramps up its counter attacks on the palestinian militant group Hamas. The group staged a surprise highly co-ordinated attack on Israel on Saturday...

Otago university warns a student could be killed in flat initiation from 2023-10-10T17:07

Otago university's warning a student could be killed or seriously harmed in flat initiations that can quickly lead to bullying, intimidation and harassment. And it's written to flats it knows are p...

First-of-it's-kind low carbon pipes installed at Auckland sinkhole from 2023-10-09T18:25

A new low-carbon stormwater pipe being installed today at the site of a sinkhole in central Auckland will be the first of its kind in New Zealand. In July, a 2.5 metre wide sinkhole appeared on Col...

Telehealth workers finish second strike in a month from 2023-10-09T18:22

Telehealth workers have just finished a 24-hour strike, their second in a month, after union members voted on Friday to reject the latest pay offer from their employer. The telehealth service Whaka...

Foreign minister criticised for delay over condemning Hamas attacks from 2023-10-09T18:16

Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta has faced criticism over a delay in her condemnation of the militant group Hamas's deadly attack on Israel. The Minister Nanaia Mahuta speaks to Lisa Owen. [embed] ht...

Death of ACT candidate will trigger by-election in Port-Waikato from 2023-10-09T18:08

The death of a candidate in the port waitako electorate race means the district will face a by-election ACT candidate Neil Christensen has died, with advanced voting already underway. Meanwhile the...

Bakery causes a stir with viral video on how to cut a custard square from 2023-10-09T17:53

A Melbourne bakery is thinking outside the square, the custard square that is. And to use a culinary term, it's causing a stir. Apparently the uneducated masses have been cutting-up these delicious...

Law professor breaks down possibility of hung parliament&election re-do from 2023-10-09T17:48

National's doubling down on its claim there's a "very real and growing possibility" of a hung Parliament and that would mean going back to the polls. Christopher Luxon has defended the comments mad...

Kiwi living in Israel describes devastation of attack by Hamas from 2023-10-09T17:39

Israel has declared war on Hamas, after it launched a brutal and highly co-ordinated surprise attack on Israel, taking hostages and killing civilians. More than 700 Israelis and 400 Palestinians ar...

Evening business for 9 October 2023 from 2023-10-09T17:35

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338705191112

'No particular reason' National can't cut deal with NZ First - Jim Bolger from 2023-10-09T17:29

Returning to the campaign trail now and National is sounding the alarm warning a second election could be on the cards if forming a coalition govenrment proves too difficult. Leader Christopher has...

Fiji sneak into last Rugby World Cup quarter final spot from 2023-10-09T17:25

The Rugby World Cup quarterfinalists have been found, with Fiji the last team to lock in a spot in the final eight today. Despite a shock one point loss to Portugal in their last pool match, Fiji a...

More than 1,000 dead in Hamas conflict as Israel declares war from 2023-10-09T17:19

At least 1100 people have been killed and tens of thousands displaced as rocket attacks and gun battles continue in Israel and Gaza. CNN's Nada Bashir speaks to Lisa Owen. [embed] https://players.b...

Labour leader says National scaremongering over talk of election re-do from 2023-10-09T17:11

As the campaign hurtles towards the end, the prospect of a hung parliament or even a second election dominated talk out on the road today for party leaders. Over the weekend National flagged the gr...

Many in South Island potentially exposed to bacteria in drinking water from 2023-10-06T18:11

Hundreds of thousands of people in the South Island are potentially being exposed to bacteria and parasites in their drinking water. Regulator Taumata Arowai has singled out 27 councils without pro...

Gunman who shot man at Auckland escort agency still on the loose from 2023-10-06T18:08

Police are still trying to find a gunman who shot a man at a central Auckland escort agency early this morning. The victim remains in a serious condition in hospital afer the incident at the 133 cl...

Hawkes Bay residents with flood-ruined gardens get helping hand from 2023-10-06T17:53

Hawke's Bay residents whose gardens were ruined during Cyclone Gabrielle have been given a little help to start over. A gifting day at Pakowhai School saw 400 people walking away with free plants t...

Locals still reeling after yesterday's violent assault in West Auckland dairy from 2023-10-06T17:48

Locals are still reeling from yesterday's violent assault at New Windsor dairy, desperate for change and exhausted after yet another frightening ordeal. A 24-year-old man appeared in Auckland Distr...

Otago uni investigating claims mistreated eel was part of flat initiation from 2023-10-06T17:45

Otago University is investigating claims students mistreated an eel as part of a flat initiation. The police have also been notified of the incident that was apparently filmed at a student flate ne...

Free at last: Labour leader returns to campaign after Covid isolation from 2023-10-06T17:39

Free at last, Chris Hipkins emerged from covid isolation today and back on the campaign trail for one last blitz. It's now close to a week until polling booths close and political parties are throw...

Evening business for 6 October from 2023-10-06T17:34

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338491101112

Human poo in drinking water likely cause of Qtown crypto outbreak from 2023-10-06T17:29

Human poo in the drinking water is the likely cause of Queenstown's parasite induced gastro outbreak. There's been 62 confirmed cases of crypto, 18 probable and 24 under investigation. It can cause...

All Blacks thrash Uruguay to make World Cup Quarter Final from 2023-10-06T17:26

The All Blacks have emphatically made their way into the quarter finals at the Rugby World Cup, after a 73-nil drubbing of Uruguay. They'll now likely face Ireland next weekend, but an upset could ...

Bank boss believes scams are among the top three threats they're facing from 2023-10-06T17:18

A bank boss believes scams are among the top three threats they're facing. And it's prompted SBS bank to drop its cap for online transfers via its app or internet banking, from $50,000 a day to jus...

Report of explosive device shuts down Queenstown airport from 2023-10-06T17:07

Travellers to and from Queenstown faced a chaotic end to the school holidays after reports of an explosive device shut down the airport, led to cancelled flights and left them travellers stranded. ...

Deputy Debate: Carmel Sepuloni and Nicola Willis go head to head from 2023-10-05T18:08

You've heard from the sheriffs, now it's the turn of the deputies. National's Deputy leader, Nicola Willis and Deputy Prime Minister Carmel Sepuloni. It's just over a week til the polls close and t...

Waitaki mayor on the need for drinking water filters in region from 2023-10-05T17:48

The water regulator Taumata Arowai has today released the names of 27 councils that are not complying with safe water drinking standards. It's revealed that 84 drinking water supplies across the co...

Proposed cuts have Massey Uni students stressed about future from 2023-10-05T17:43

Students affected by proposed cuts to science courses at Massey University say they're stressed about their futures, at a time when they should be preparing for exams. Last night we heard from acad...

Black caps World Cup campaign begins with clash against England from 2023-10-05T17:38

The Cricket World Cup begins tonight and will keep sports fans awake at the opposite end of the day to the rugby. The 50 over showpiece will be played in India and begins with a highly anticipated ...

Early voting numbers lagging behind last election from 2023-10-05T17:35

The number of people beating the crowds and advanced voting is lagging behind this time last election. But it's still early days, and in the South Auckland electorates of Panmure-Ōtāhuhu and Manure...

Evening business for 5 October from 2023-10-05T17:31

News from the business sector, including a market report [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338422306112

Water regulator names councils without necessary protective filter from 2023-10-05T17:27

More than 300,000 people are being potentially supplied drinking water that doesn't have the necessary protective barriers. The country's water regulator, Taumata Arowai, has named 27 councils that...

Next All Black coach reportedly asked not to attend teams games from 2023-10-05T17:23

The next All Blacks coach has been reportedly asked not to attend All Blacks games while he's at the World Cup in France. Scott Robertson will take over from Ian Foster in the new year, and is in F...

Race relations commissioner on allegations of race baiting in election from 2023-10-05T17:16

Meanwhile the acting Race Relations Commissioner is calling for respect and dignity to be maintained at a time when political tensions are high saying she's concerned there's been racist and classi...

Latest poll brings former PM out of retirement for social media video from 2023-10-05T17:12

The latest poll has prompted a former Prime Minister out of retirement, with Sir John Key urging voters to swing behind National, to prevent it having to work with New Zealand First. It comes as th...

Dairy owner hospitalised after being stabbed in suspected robbery from 2023-10-05T17:07

An Auckland dairy owner is in a critical condition in hospital after what police are describing as a "violent and vicious attack". The man was stabbed at a dairy on New Windsor Road, and his wife w...

ACT biggest loser in latest TVNZ political poll from 2023-10-04T18:08

The ACT party is the biggest loser in the latest TVNZ Verian poll with just 10 days to go until the election. Whilst National remains steady on 36 percent, no change from last week, David Seymour's...

Celebration of NZ's best songwriters at Silver Scrolls awards from 2023-10-04T17:53

The Silver Scroll Awards Ceremony, celebrating the country's best songwriters, is about to get started in Auckland's Parnell in just over an hour's time. Singer-songwriter Marlon Williams is chasin...

Pay-what-you-want food truck sees huge rise in business from 2023-10-04T17:49

A Dunedin vegetarian eatery that lets people pay what they can afford for a feed has tripled the number of meals its making each night. The Bowling club started as a food truck but moved into premi...

Cash-strapped Massey University proposing to slash science jobs from 2023-10-04T17:44

Cash-strapped Massey University is wielding the axe, proposing to slash jobs and courses. Students and staff say the plan puts the university into a death spiral. If courses are cut expertise will ...

Temporary fix to 'pretty significant' landslide expected in one week - permanent repair expected to be pricey from 2023-10-04T17:35

Engineers have been assessing a massive landslip that's cut off more than 1500 residents from Gisborne, unless they want to take a significant detour. The slip has swept away a section of Tiniroto ...

Evening business for 4 October 2023 from 2023-10-04T17:31

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338351872112

Canine crisis: Animal control grapples with surge of dog attacks in Auckland from 2023-10-04T17:27

Animal control is grappling with a surge in dog attacks in Auckland. There have been almost 2500 attacks in the year to June, 250 more than the same time last year. Over 2500 canines had to be put ...

NZ Rugby League signals new era ahead of Pacific Championships from 2023-10-04T17:23

New Zealand Rugby League is signaling a new era for the men's and women's national sides ahead of the inaugural Pacific Championships. After losing the World Cup final to Australia last year the Ki...

Players from team who broke Ranfurly shield available for weekend's game, despite investigation from 2023-10-04T17:10

All Rugby players from the team that trashed the Ranfurly shield are available for selection for this weekend's games despite an ongoing investigation into behaviour at a post match party. Pictures...

Over a million New Zealanders yet to receive EasyVote cards from 2023-10-04T17:07

Both Labour and National were back on the hustings today, encouraging people to vote, but as many as 1 million New Zealanders have yet to receive their EasyVote card. People do not need the card to...

Calls for urgent emissions cuts as Antarctic sea ice 'drops off a cliff' from 2023-10-03T18:07

Scientists studying dramatic Antarctic sea ice loss have called for urgent reductions to greenhouse gases to keep the planet within liveable conditions. Marine and ice specialists from top research...

Former uni friends go head-to-head in south Auckland electorate from 2023-10-03T17:53

The Panmure-Ōtāhuhu electorate, or Manukau East as it was formerly known, has long been a Labour stronghold. Labour MP Jenny Salesa has held the seat for three terms and has her eyes on a fourth. B...

Budget to fix Wellington Town Hall blows out to double the price from 2023-10-03T17:49

The budget for fixing Wellington's Town Hall has blown out to nearly double the estimated cost. The building has been closed for close to a decade after it was deemed an earthquake risk in 2009. Bi...

Man given home detention for 'cowardly' samurai sword attack from 2023-10-03T17:45

A man's been sentenced to ten months home detention for a "callous and cowardly attack "on a dog walker with a samurai sword. Darryn Clarke, 43, earlier pleaded guilty to causing grevious bodily ha...

No money to clean up Hawkes Bay beach still covered in slash from 2023-10-03T17:37

A normally pristine Hawkes Bay beach is still blanketed with slash following Cyclone Gabrielle, but there's no money to clean the wood debris away. Waikare Beach, a regional gem, is inundated with ...

Evening business for 3 October 2023 from 2023-10-03T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338288072112

Sanitarium backs down on cutting off Warehouse from Weet-Bix from 2023-10-03T17:27

The warehouse weetbix supply crisis is over, following pressure from shoppers. Manufacturer Sanitarium says it heard the calls from consumers. And its reducing weetbix exports, so it can keep feedi...

Black caps get win in final World Cup warm-up against South Africa from 2023-10-03T17:23

The Black Caps got the ideal hitout ahead of their opening Cricket World Cup game against England on Thursday with a win in their final warm-up match in India. In a rain-reduced game against South ...

Aucklanders could be facing double-digit rates hike next year from 2023-10-03T17:17

Aucklanders could be facing a double-digit rates hike next year, as the city council again looks at how to cover costs. Earlier this year, council put rates up by 7.7 percent as part of a plan to p...

Several councils could face huge bills to get drinking water up to scratch from 2023-10-03T17:11

Several councils and government ministries could be facing bills in the hundreds of thousands to fit essential filters to their drinking water supplies in the wake of Queenstown's cryptosporidium g...

Political playground stoush: Allegations of porkies and calls of chicken from 2023-10-03T17:07

Chris Hipkins reckon's he'll be fighting fit and ready to re-enter the campaign arena post covid. But the scrapping's well and truly started without him. In isolation, he's dealing with distraction...

Hawkes Bay ranfurly shield win marred by after-game antics from 2023-10-02T18:16

Hawke's Bay Magpies' Ranfurly Shield win has been marred by after game antics - after a photo emerged showing the shield broken in two with small piles of white powder on half of it. New Zealand Ru...

Auckland councillor on stoush between land owner and council from 2023-10-02T18:08

Returning to our earlier story about the coastal walkway on Auckland's North Shore that's been closed due to a stoush between a land owner and the council. For years, the owner of the Firth family ...

Businesses on the West Coast battle post-covid pressures from 2023-10-02T17:49

Business owners around Greymouth on the South Island's West Coast know about tough times, trading through coal mine closures, the Christchurch quakes and recessions. And then there's Covid and a co...

National says gang members have threatened its candidates from 2023-10-02T17:43

National says its candidates have been subject to incidents of violence and intimidation during the election campaign. Its campaign chair says one candidate has been forced to move house after a ga...

Wild weather: Dozens of flights cancelled as severe gales hit from 2023-10-02T17:40

Dozens of flights have been cancelled and Cook Strait Ferry crossings abandoned as severe gales continue to lash many parts of the country. Power has also been cut in many areas, and wind warnings ...

Gulf Harbour commuters face more cancelled ferry trips from 2023-10-02T17:35

Commuters on Auckland's Gulf Harbour peninsula are facing even more cancelled ferry trips, leaving some with no option but to spend two hours on a bus if they need to get to town. From today, the G...

Evening business for 2 October 2023 from 2023-10-02T17:31

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338217501112

Council vs land owner: Popular walkway closed due to stoush from 2023-10-02T17:25

The public has been blocked from a hugely popular coastal walkway, because of a stoush between the council, and a property owner. The Takapuna to Milford coastal walk runs through the Firth family ...

Wallabies in waiting game to find out Rugby World Cup fate from 2023-10-02T17:22

The Wallabies are playing a waiting game in France as wait until next Monday to find out their fate at the Rugby World Cup. A win over Portugal this morning means the Australians will be hoping Fij...

Labour accuses National of chickening out of debate from 2023-10-02T17:16

The Labour Party is accusing National's leader Christopher Luxon of chickening out of a debate. The high-profile Press Debate in Christchurch was set to go ahead tomorrow evening, until Chris Hipki...

NZ Rugby 'deeply disappointed' after player breaks Ranfurly shield from 2023-10-02T17:07

New Zealand Rugby says it's "deeply disappointed" and has launched an investigation into circumstances around the damage to the Ranfurly Shield. Hawke's Bay won the prized Log O' Wood off Wellingto...

ABs back in World Cup action tomorrow in must-win against Italy from 2023-09-29T18:18

The All Blacks are back in World Cup action tomorrow morning following a week off in Bordeux, with their match against Italy a must win as both teams chase a place in the quarter-finals. The game w...

Icon of Lyttelton set to re-open after years of being quake damaged from 2023-09-29T18:13

An icon of Whakaraupō Lyttelton Harbour is set to re-open tomorrow, after being damaged in the Canterbury Earthquakes. The Governors Bay jetty, locally known for its extraordinary length and unoffi...

Police investigating after Labour candidate alledgedly assaulte from 2023-09-29T18:07

Police are investigating after a Labour Party candidate was allegedly assaulted following an election debate earlier this week. Angela Roberts, who's standing in the Taranaki-King Country electorat...

Jellybean poll: Tight race in ACT stronghold Epsom electorate from 2023-09-29T17:55

It's been an Act Party stronghold for the last 20 years but this year six candidates are campaigning for Auckland's epsom electorate seat. It's certainly going to be one of the electorates to watch...

$70 million of meth stashed in farm equipment seized by police from 2023-09-29T17:51

More than $70 million of meth stashed in farm equipment has been seized in a joint police and customs operation leading to 9 arrests including three gang members. The gang allegedly involved cant b...

Auckland's huge sinkhole cancels events and holiday programmes from 2023-09-29T17:47

The fallout from Auckland's giant sinkhole continues, forcing the cancellation of weekend events and school holiday programmes across the Waitemata Harbour. It comes as hundreds of litres of sewage...

Evening business for 29 September from 2023-09-29T17:41

News from the business sector, including a market report [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338045705112

National's Nicola Willis promises 'powerful jobs&paychecks' from 2023-09-29T17:30

As you'd expect National's fiscal plan is full of big numbers, but it also came with some chunky promises; including a bigger surplus and less debt than labour's offering and a committment to creat...

Netball NZ stands firm on forbidding Silver Ferns from playing in Australia from 2023-09-29T17:26

Netball New Zealand is aware Silver Ferns want to play in Australia's domestic netball competition but they are standing firm on the rule that deters the move. One of the leading clubs in Australia...

Countdown pledges to keep essentials at 'low prices for longer' from 2023-09-29T17:10

The cost of eggs, bread, butter cheese or almost any staple remains a hot topic. This week Countdown's pledged to keep more than 1500 everyday essentials at "low prices for longer". It follows clai...

National party promises to spend and borrow less than Labour from 2023-09-29T17:07

The National Party has confirmed its long awaited fiscal plan, pledging to spend and borrow less than Labour, through a range of savings and prioritisations. It includes the billions of dollars nee...

Library hopes to connect Pasifika with Polynesian voyaging history from 2023-09-28T18:11

The National Library of New Zealand is hoping to connect Pasifika youth to their Polynesian voyaging history with the launch of an interactive education programme in Wellington. As part of this, a ...

Greens, National mount attack on Labour stronghold of Mt Albert from 2023-09-28T18:07

Auckland's Mount Albert electorate has always been held by Labour. It's produced party leaders and Prime Ministers like Helen Clark and Jacinda Ardern. But this year National is running a strong gr...

Rollout of food waste bins to Auckland households on track to be completed next month from 2023-09-28T17:55

Small green bins have been popping up around Auckland as the council's scheme to recycle leftover food scraps kicks into action. Residents in west, north and central Auckland have now got their bin...

Wairoa apprentices earn qualifications by repairing flood-damaged homes from 2023-09-28T17:50

A group of Wairoa residents is earning their building qualifications by repairing flood-damaged homes. After homes north of the river were inundated by metre-high flooding during the storm, locals ...

Wellingtonians relieved as parliament protest remains peaceful from 2023-09-28T17:43

Wellingtonians can breathe a sigh of relief after a protest involving hundreds of people mirroring last years anti mandate occupation remained peaceful. The protest organised by Brian Tamaki's Free...

Warehouse group's profits plummet despite record sales from 2023-09-28T17:34

The cost of living crisis is proving a double edged sword for the Warehouse group that is haemoraghing profits despite record sales. The group which includes Noel Leeming, Torpedo seven and the red...

Evening business for 28 September 2023 from 2023-09-28T17:30

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6337964257112

Hauraki Gulf takes a hit as human waste flows into harbour from 2023-09-28T17:27

The no-swim warning for the Waitemata harbour could be in place for up to ten days, because of human waste overflowing from a busted sewer pipe. About three tonnes of material was cleared out of th...

ABs bring back four players from injured list, ahead of must-win clash from 2023-09-28T17:23

The All Blacks have brought back four players from the injured list for this weekend's must win match against Italy at the Rugby World Cup. Captain Sam Cane returns and will be on the bench with pr...

Akl mayor says sewage from sinkhole a result of old infrastructure from 2023-09-28T17:16

Auckland's Mayor says the sinkhole pumping sewage into the Waitematā Harbour is a consequence of a city with old infrastructure. It's expected to be ten days before crews can stop the flow from the...

Main parties cool expectations after heat of the moment promise from 2023-09-28T17:07

The two main parties have been quick to hose down expectations, after their leaders made a swag of promises in last night's leaders' debate. Chris Hipkins and Christopher Luxon both promised they w...

National will need NZ First to govern according to new poll from 2023-09-27T18:08

But they don't get any better for Labour's fortunes and National will need more than ACT if it wants to form the next government. That's according to the latest TVNZ Verian poll released just a few...

Election campaign leaves some still wondering who to vote for from 2023-09-27T17:54

The humdrum of the election campaign has some people still wondering who they'll give their vote to. In the last 1News Verian poll, 12 percent of those polled didn't know or wouldn't say who they'l...

Chloe Swarbrick 'taking nothing for granted' in tight Auckland Central race from 2023-09-27T17:49

The Greens are facing some friendly fire from Labour in the Auckland Central seat, making the race a tight run thing for the incumbent, Chloe Swarbrick. Swarbrick prized the seat off National last ...

Streets near parliament close as police brace for influx of protestors from 2023-09-27T17:45

Streets surrounding Wellington's Parliamentary precinct have been closed as police and the council brace for an influx of protesters. Buses routes have been diverted and commuters this morning had ...

Some flood-displaced people miss out on assistance packages from 2023-09-27T17:39

Yet another roadblock for people displaced by this year's summer storms. Earlier this month, the government established an assistance package for people unable to get back into their homes after th...

Queenstown crypto outbreak grows with 40 confirmed cases from 2023-09-27T17:34

Queenstown's cryptosporidium outbreak continues to grow with forty confirmed cases. On top of that, there's ten probable cases and eight under investigation. The parasitic infection can cause sever...

Evening business for 27 September 2023 from 2023-09-27T17:30

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6337898983112

Air NZ rolls out app to help find lost luggage from 2023-09-27T17:25

Ever experience that sinking feeling at the Airport baggage carousel when you've arrived at your end destination but your undies, tooth brush and the rest of your precious luggage has not? It's arg...

Silver Ferns must win tonight to avoid embarrassing series loss from 2023-09-27T17:22

The Silver Ferns must win tonight's second test in Porirua if they're to avoid an embarassing series loss to a side they labelled England B. England won the opening game by a goal with a side that ...

Labour and National trade barbs over economic credibility from 2023-09-27T17:15

Labour and National traded barbs today over their economic credibility, with both saying the other could not be trusted. Chris Hipkins published his party's full fiscal plan this morning to prove i...

Witness sees police shoot man after car chase in Auckland from 2023-09-27T17:13

Police have shot at an armed man after vehicle pursuit this afternoon. The incident began just before 3:30 this afternoon when they spotted a vehicle of interest in Te Atatu Peninsula. They pursued...

Huge sinkhole in Auckland after major sewage pipe collapses from 2023-09-27T17:07

Aucklanders are being warned to stay out of the ocean after the collapse of a major central city sewage pipe which contaminated CBD beaches. A sink hole, at least thirteen metres deep opened up at ...

'This NZ election, Australia decides': Tongue in cheek campaign encourages Kiwis in Australia to vote from 2023-09-26T18:09

A tongue in cheek campaign has been launched in Australia to encourage Kiwis there to vote in the upcoming election. "This election, Australia decides." Overseas voting opens tomorrrow and non-part...

Far north town vying to be judged most beautiful in the country from 2023-09-26T17:56

Forget the election - in one corner of the Far North, the only contest that matters is the one to decide which town will be judged the most beautiful in Aotearoa. Reporter Peter de Graaf pays a vis...

Chef who cooked for thousands during cyclones hangs up apron - for now from 2023-09-26T17:52

A former chef who has cooked around 170-thousand meals for cyclone-affected families and volunteers in Hawke's Bay will soon hang up her apron for a well deserved break. Neela Neela has been feedin...

US recognises Cook Islands and Niue as sovereign states from 2023-09-26T17:49

The New Zealand government has given its full blessing to Cook Islands and Niue establishing diplomatic relations with the United States. At the second US/Pacific summit in Washington this morning,...

Trio of brothers on a mission to keep fruit and veges affordable from 2023-09-26T17:44

A trio of Northland brothers is on a mission to keep fruit and vege affordable for local families battling the cost of living crisis. Kumara is cracking more than $13 per kg in some bigger stores. ...

Evening business for 26 September 2023 from 2023-09-26T17:36

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6337836841112

National promises to impose tougher sanction on beneficiaries from 2023-09-26T17:32

National is promising to impose tougher sanctions on beneficiaries who repeatedly fail to turn up to job interviews. Punishments could include mandatory community work or having their welfare suppo...

Former tennis world number one will continue comeback at ASB classic from 2023-09-26T17:28

Former world number one Caroline Wozniacki will continue her tennis comeback at the ASB Classic in January. It will be the eighth time the Danish star has played in the Auckland tournament. The las...

Convoys make it through Haast pass as one lane opens for traffic from 2023-09-26T17:23

Two return convoys have managed to get through Haast Pass today as Waka Kotahi opened a single lane on the vital storm damaged route along state highway six. Muddy Creek Bridge north of Makarora wa...

Fishing boat carrying thousands of litres of diesel runs aground from 2023-09-26T17:17

There are now two investigations into how a fishing boat carrying thousands of litres of diesel ran aground near a Banks Peninsula marine reserve. Conservationists are worried endangered wildlife c...

National says traffic light policy for beneficiaries driven by 'love' from 2023-09-26T17:07

Cruel, dehumanising and out of touch. That's one description of National's policy to get more beneficiaries into work. But party leader Christopher Luxon's reckons it's a policy driven by love. If ...

'It's rough': Queenstown residents sleeping in tents due to housing crisis from 2023-09-25T18:18

Queenstown is fighting fires on a couple of fronts - as it cleans up from a state of emergency, and deals with a cryptosporidium outbreak. As well as that, the resort town is still dealing with a s...

Scientists reassure Ruapehu skiers of safety after crater plume from 2022-05-03T18:14

Volcanologists say they have seen a steam plume from Mt Ruapehu, visible for 45 minutes. Mt Ruapehu is putting out the strongest tremor - or vibrations - in two decades and the crater lake temperat...

Youth crime: Referral to Youth Aid not a free pass - police from 2022-05-03T18:08

Police concede the pandemic and MIQ duties mean resources have been diverted away from Youth Aid and they are playing catch up. An 11-year-old ram raid driver and a seven-year-old burglar in recent...

National up, Labour down in latest political poll from 2022-05-03T18:07

Labour has dived in the latest Newshub/Reid Research poll. The party now sits at 38.2 percent, a drop of 6.1 percent. National has taken advantage, jumping 9.2 percent to 40.5 percent. Jacinda Arde...

Bowl of Brooklands' plan for more crowds hits sour note for some from 2022-05-03T17:53

A proposal to pump up crowd capacity at a popular New Plymouth concert venue is hitting a sour note with some. The Bowl of Brooklands currently has a capacity of 15,000, but the council has floated...

Dunedin knife attacker jailed for 13 years from 2022-05-03T17:50

The man who stabbed four people during a frenzied knife attack in a Dunedin supermarket has been jailed for 13 years. Luke James Lambert was this afternoon jailed on each of four counts of attempte...

Queenstown hotels' quality concerns as cleaners unavailable from 2022-05-03T17:44

There are concerns top Queenstown hotels may have to lower their gold star standards because there aren't enough cleaners to go around. The boss of the Hilton says as tourist numbers bounce back, s...

Budget: Robertson unveils fiscal rules, debt cap, debt measure from 2022-05-03T17:41

As the Budget creeps closer, Grant Robertson has unveiled a new set of rules governing how he and future Finance Ministers can divvy out funds. A new debt cap, a new way of measuring debt, and a su...

US Supreme Court may overturn landmark abortion law from 2022-05-03T17:38

The US Supreme Court could be overturning the landmark ruling which made abortion legal in that country. A leaked draft opinion which has been obtained by political journalism site Politico, shows ...

Evening business for Tuesday 3 May 2022 from 2022-05-03T17:33

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Petrol prices near same high as before govt discount from 2022-05-03T17:24

Petrol pain is setting in once again as temporary government tax cuts start to wear thin. Prices are nearly back where they were before the Government slashed fuel taxes by 25c a litre. So today we...

Retailers on edge as Auckland midnight robberies continue from 2022-05-03T17:16

The spate of ram raids across Tāmaki Makaurau has workers on edge and calling for stronger action. Overnight the Harvey Norman and Huffer stores in Westgate and Ponsonby were burgled and three peop...

Dunne rebukes Mallard over trespass of Peters from Parliament from 2022-05-03T17:07

Speaker Trevor Mallard has been told to consult other parties over his decision to trespass Winston Peters from the grounds of Parliament for two years. The former Deputy PM is one of several peopl...

'Sobering' sea level rise data increases urgency of councils' planning from 2022-05-02T18:10

An Auckland councillor says it's ludicrous councils cannot stop new homes being built on private land that will flood in next two decades due to rising sea levels. Richard Hills is chair of the Auc...

Sea rise: Race against time to save Tāmaki Drive from 2022-05-02T18:07

Authorities are in a race against time to save one of Auckland's most iconic waterfront areas and transport routes. Tāmaki Drive is one of the prized coastal areas in the forefront of grim new pred...

NZ-designed whale tails up for auction at Auckland Viaduct from 2022-05-02T17:55

Now an auction that's bound to make a splash, the last of 80 NZ-designed whale tales are about to go under the hammer at Auckland's viaduct. The colourful creations have been dotted around Tāmaki M...

Black Ferns fall just short of fairytale return to World Series from 2022-05-02T17:52

The Black Ferns Sevens have fallen just short of a fairytale return to the world circuit. New Zealand cruised into the final against arch-rivals Australia in Canada today. But as Felicity Reid repo...

Australia rises to help Edmonds as NZ faces wheat shortage from 2022-05-02T17:48

Bakers are being warned there's a bit of a supply issue with New Zealand wheat. A bad growing season means Edmonds is short on local supply for flour, but Australia's rising to the occasion. To exp...

PM declares NZ open for business at summit from 2022-05-02T17:39

The Prime Minister has declared New Zealand open for business. She told a summit on New Zealand and US business today that the country is moving into a new phase of its Covid -19 recovery - reconne...

Evening business for Monday 2 May 2022 from 2022-05-02T17:34

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6305496553112

First international tourist flights land in two years at Auckland Airport from 2022-05-02T17:27

The first international flights have touched down in Auckland in over two years, bringing in tourists, family and Kiwis home from holidays or business trips. A historic and entirely unprecedented d...

Budget: Ardern rules out wealth tax after National challenge from 2022-05-02T17:23

The Prime Minister has twisted and turned over a wealth tax today - as the Opposition revisited a well-worn debate from 2020. Jacinda Ardern first refused to rule out introducing a wealth tax in a ...

Chris Luxon defends pre-Budget speech from 2022-05-02T17:17

'An economic approach that will get Kiwis ahead'. That's how National leader Christopher Luxon is selling his party's vision for the country in a pre-Budget speech. Luxon says the government has no...

Sea level rise to hit NZ sooner than thought - new data from 2022-05-02T17:07

Rising sea levels and cities that are slowly sinking. Scientists say the impacts of sea level rise will be be knocking on peoples doors sooner than expected. New data from NZ Sea Rise has painted a...

Black Ferns Sevens back for World Series from 2022-04-29T18:26

Look out World Series, the Black Ferns Sevens are back. After an absence of more than 800 days due to the pandemic, the New Zealand women's side return to the circuit in Canada this weekend. As Fel...

Cryptocurrency con: Police warn of 'fake puppy' scam from 2022-04-29T18:17

Are you looking to buy a puppy online? Beware of the cryptocurrency con, police say. They've recently seen a staggering rise in online trading scams. In one of the latest swindles, people are payin...

Survivors sceptical about FENZ workplace culture review from 2022-04-29T18:11

People who say they've suffered bullying, harassment and abuse at Fire and Emergency New Zealand are sceptical about a new review of the workplace culture. The independent review was announced toda...

Concern at no health warnings over Christchurch burnt wastewater plant from 2022-04-29T18:07

A Christchurch resident who lives and works near the burnt out wastewater plant - sending a stench over the city - says he's amazed there's been no warning on the health impact. Yesterday Christchu...

Cook Islands stray dogs shot by police amid spate of attacks from 2022-04-29T17:55

Police in the Cook Islands have resorted to shooting stray dogs, amid a spate of dog attacks on locals. Thousands of unregistered animals are roaming freely, menacing and attacking people and lives...

Crown's $58m deal with iwi housing provider for 200 homes from 2022-04-29T17:37

A $58 million deal signed between the Crown and an iwi housing provider today is promising to make the dream of home ownership more achievable for Māori. It plans to deliver a minimum of 170 afford...

Evening business for Friday 29 April 2022 from 2022-04-29T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6305357714112

West Australian company's extreme measures to win electricians from 2022-04-29T17:24

If you think we have a skills shortage here, how desperate must you be if you're offering bonus haircuts and paid dinners out in a bid to attract workers? A company in Western Australia has gone to...

Vulnerable people concerned at dangers of looser mask rules from 2022-04-29T17:18

Immunocompromised people say looser mask exemption criteria means they may need to further restrict their activities in order to stay safe. Under the new rules, exemptions can be handed out for tho...

Most youth in ram raids not in schools - Oranga Tamariki from 2022-04-29T17:10

Almost all the children involved in ram raids in recent weeks are not in school, Oranga Tamariki says. Smash and grabs using a car have appeared to be on the rise, with police saying they are often...

Govt takes shareholding model in Three Waters reforms from 2022-04-29T17:07

The government is forging ahead with its Three Waters reforms and says it's time everyone else got on board. It means drinking, waste and storm water systems will come under four massive water enti...

Most extreme online content in Aotearoa from white supremacists - report from 2022-04-28T18:11

White supremacy continues to be the leading driver of extreme, illegal online content in Aotearoa. That's the key finding out of the Department of Internal Affairs' first annual report on online ex...

Ram raids for TikTok: What can be done about crime footage? from 2022-04-28T18:06

TikTok's no longer a platform for dance moves or mocking your mum, it's become the place to catch the latest crime being carried out. Recent ram raids have been captured on camera - and police say ...

Tight race between Fisher, Carrington in K1 500m sprint trials from 2022-04-28T17:55

It was world champion versus Olympic medalist in the battle to represent New Zealand in the k1 500m at the World Canoe Sprint Championships. Locked at one-all, the best-of-three internal trials bet...

Wastewater plant fire smell 'intolerable' - Christchurch Mayor from 2022-04-28T17:45

Dealing with Christchurch's bog of eternal stench has taken about 14 years, and will cost tens of millions of dollars. Today the Council agreed in principle to relocate the organics processing plan...

Auckland suburbs get govt infrastructure boost for more homes from 2022-04-28T17:41

Staying in the Super City, where five Auckland suburbs are getting a cash injection to make them 'build ready' for 16 thousand homes. $1.4 billion will be pumped into Mt Roskill, Mangere, Tāmaki, O...

Auckland Council CEO on possible rates rise to meet needs from 2022-04-28T17:35

Aucklanders may need to pay higher rates to deal with the financial trouble the council is facing. Last year Auckland council agreed to cap annual rates rises at three-and-a-half percent for the ne...

Evening business for Thursday 28 April 2022 from 2022-04-28T17:32

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6305303572112

NZers flock to outdoor conservation areas under in 2020-22 from 2022-04-28T17:26

There's been an unexpected up-side to the whole Covid experience, with tourists unable to visit, more New Zealanders have been taking advantage of their wonderful backyard. DOC has released its sum...

Cancer patients urge govt to boost funding for life-saving drugs from 2022-04-28T17:22

Cancer patients want the government to step up as many struggle to fund their own treatment. A report by the Cancer Control Agency has found 18 gold-standard cancer medicines are funded by Australi...

Police shocked at 1am shop burglary involving 7-year-old from 2022-04-28T17:17

Four children have been caught by police stealing from a Hamilton mall in the dead of the night. Police say the children - aged seven, 10, 11 and 12 were found at Chartwell shopping centre around 1...

Christchurch locals fed up with council facilities' foul stench from 2022-04-28T17:07

Fed-up Christchurch residents at their wits end fronted up to a meeting today to describe life living with the combined putrid stench from two council facilities. Bromley residents described not be...

NZ names big swimming team for 2022 Commonwealth Games from 2022-04-27T18:25

New Zealand has named one of the largest swimming teams ever for the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. A 12-strong team, including able-bodied and para-athletes, is headlined by the experienced Dam...

BNZ art collection for sale, expected to go for more than $10m from 2022-04-27T18:18

Going, going and gone to a good cause. BNZ's art collection is about to be sold, to fund a charitable foundation. The collection includes some of our most well-known artists, like Colin McCahon, Ri...

Govt releases six-year plan on impact of climate change from 2022-04-27T18:14

Faced with the growing impact of climate change, the government has released a six year plan discussing the thorny issue of whether some coastal areas need to be abandoned altogether. Preparing for...

Sir Ian Taylor welcomes judgement on MIQ lottery system from 2022-04-27T18:07

The government has come out defending its MIQ programme, despite losing a High Court challenge launched by the Grounded Kiwis group, representing New Zealanders stranded overseas and unable to come...

Rakiura tour operators worried about visitor levy rise from 2022-04-27T17:55

Stewart Island tourism operators have told the Southland District Council a tripling of the visitor levy will scare off tourists. The council's been hearing from submitters on the proposal to incre...

Locals worried as strange fish wash up on Otago beaches from 2022-04-27T17:50

Weird and wonderful species are washing up on South Island beaches - worrying locals. Visitors to Aramoana beach got a shock after finding a serpent-like Oar fish floating in the shallows. Ray's Br...

Dunedin's George St facelift gets underway from 2022-04-27T17:46

The traffic cones are out and barriers are up as Dunedin's Retail Quarter undergoes a face lift. The George Street revamp was prompted by the need to replace old water, wastewater and stormwater pi...

Shock, disappointment as Australia Zoo rejects elephant Burma from 2022-04-27T17:39

A team from Auckland Zoo visited Australia Zoo just three weeks ago to pave the way for the relocation of Burma only for it to pull the pin in an email on Easter Monday. The 38-year-old elephant wa...

Evening business for Wednesday 27 April 2022 from 2022-04-27T17:34

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6305232850001

CostCo launches in Auckland with discounted petrol from 2022-04-27T17:26

In what many New Zealanders hope will be a strong challenge to the supermarket duopoly, American giant discount retailer Costco has begun trading in Auckland today. With construction of its store s...

Politicians urged to get tough on ram raiders from 2022-04-27T17:20

Between 15 and 20 ram raids are said to be happening each week across the country. That's according to the Dairy and Business Owners Group - which is demanding more action. Last night saw at least ...

Union welcomes govt inquiry into deaths at NZ ports from 2022-04-27T17:15

On the eve of International Workers' Memorial Day the government has announced there will be an investigation into deaths at New Zealand ports. Pressure was mounting after a man was killed at Lyttl...

Grounded Kiwis wins High Court challenge over MIQ from 2022-04-27T17:07

'Not demonstrably justified in a free and democratic society'. Grounded Kiwis has won its High Court challenge against the Minister of Health after claiming the MIQ lottery system failed New Zealan...

Family centre manager responds to rise in reported ram raids from 2022-04-26T18:06

Putting the brakes on a recent spate of ram raids is proving tough with some of those involved as young as 11. The latest saw a gang of young thieves swoop on an Auckland electronics store after ra...

Rugby league: Warriors' major loss 'embarrassing, disastrous' from 2022-04-26T17:54

Embarrassing, disastrous, and the result of a massive attitude problem. Just some of the words being used in the post-mortem of the Warriors' record-setting defeat to Melbourne Storm on Monday nigh...

HUHA animal shelter gutted after second robbery from 2022-04-26T17:50

An animal shelter and charity has been left gutted in more ways than one after thieves cleaned them out for a second time. HUHA - Helping You Help Animals - was building new dog shelters for winter...

New study may overturn blood donation rules for gay men from 2022-04-26T17:45

Health researchers are hoping an ambitious new study will overturn what they say are unfair blood donation rules for gay and bisexual men. Over the next eight weeks, the University of Auckland-led ...

Evening business for Tuesday 26 April 2022 from 2022-04-26T17:35

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6305128534001

NCEA maths questions stump more than some students from 2022-04-26T17:28

Early trials suggest some students will struggle to pass new compulsory NCEA standards in numeracy and literacy. The new standards will be brought in for NCEA Level 1 next year. While some teachers...

Calls for port safety inquiry grow after second death in a week from 2022-04-26T17:24

Pressure to investigate safety at New Zealand ports is mounting after the second death of a port worker in a week. A man was killed at Lyttleton Port yesterday while coal was loaded onto a ship. It...

Not clear who will operate Auckland's electric ferries from 2022-04-26T17:16

It's unclear whether two new electric ferries for Auckland will mean cheaper trips for passengers. The government has announced $27 million of funding - about 75 percent of the cost - for two elect...

Increase in ram raids 'distressing' - Retail NZ boss from 2022-04-26T17:11

Retail NZ chief executive Greg Harford says ram raid crimes are "definitely growing in significance". "It seems to be becoming increasingly commonplace ... it's really distressing for the staff, th...

Ram raiders target high end goods in Ormiston, Auckland from 2022-04-26T17:07

Ram raiders have struck again in Auckland, this time targeting shopping malls for high value goods. 

Soft plastics recycling collections absent in top of South Island from 2022-04-22T18:11

There's still no collection for soft plastics in the top of the South Island - despite the scheme restarting nationwide more than two years ago. The scheme stopped in 2018 when offshore plants said...

Dame Patsy Reddy joins NZ Rugby board from 2022-04-22T18:10

New Zealand Rugby has appointed the former Governor-General, Dame Patsy Reddy to its board. Dame Patsy joins respected rugby administrator Rowena Davenport as new NZR Board appointees. The move com...

Palmerston North revs up for Superstock Teams Champs from 2022-04-22T17:55

Engines are revving and bar tills ringing in Palmerston North for the city's biggest weekend of the year. The Superstock Teams' Champs bring thousands of petrol heads to Manawatū and pump millions ...

Fatberg causing sewage overflow near Kaiteriteri from 2022-04-22T17:49

A fatberg's caused a raw sewage overflow into Stephens bay at the gateway to the Able Tasman National Park.  The wetland and beach is being monitored for contamination after a fat residue buildup c...

Ardern ends trade mission with meeting Japan prime minister from 2022-04-22T17:40

Jacinda Ardern is wrapping up the final leg of her overseas mission after a pivotal sit-down with Japan's prime minister. The two leaders met in Tokyo overnight and emerged with an agreement which ...

Evening business for 22 April 2022 from 2022-04-22T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6304706865001

Suspect declared in Madeleine McCann disappearance from 2022-04-22T17:26

Portugese prosecutors have officially declared someone a suspect in the disappearance of British toddler, Madeleine McCann.  The three-year-old went missing during a family holiday to Portugal in 2...

Who owns New Plymouth Airport's long abandoned car? from 2022-04-22T17:21

A blue 2018 Suzuki Swift car has been apparently abandoned at the New Plymouth Airport carpark for two years.  Parked up as people and planes come and go; the tidy little car has been a constant du...

Canterbury town plagued by dirty water a year on from floods from 2022-04-22T17:16

Now to the Canterbury town that's got make shift showers in a car park because what runs out of their taps, gives people rashes. The water in Springfield runs brown or yellow and in the last year t...

The costs behind the rising price of fruit and vegetables from 2022-04-22T17:11

New inflation figures show grocery food prices have gone up 6.7 percent in the past year. Fruit and vegetable prices are up 18 percent. What costs are involved in the rising prices? Chair of Vegeta...

Expect more high prices - fruit and vege growers warn from 2022-04-22T17:07

Just when we thought it couldn't get any higher, fruit and vegetable growers say they may be forced to let crops rot as record inflation takes hold. Tomatoes, broccoli and lettuces have already inc...

Electric seaglider pitched to change transport by 2025 from 2022-04-21T18:13

They look a bit like something out of Thunderbirds - zero carbon electric passenger seagliders. And the ambition is to have them winging their way across New Zealand in less than three years on the...

Govt unveils first nine 'localities' of new health system from 2022-04-21T18:10

The government has shared which regions have been selected as the first 'locality networks' of the new health system. It's exactly a year since the government announced it would scrap the country's...

What's behind skyrocketing inflation? from 2022-04-21T18:07

Who is to blame for skyrocketing inflation - problems created overseas or the government due to its economic management? Annual inflation has hit 6.9 percent - while slightly below expectations, it...

Masterton's skating culture continues with new skatepark from 2022-04-21T17:54

You wouldn't expect a small town in Wairarapa to be home to some of New Zealand's gnarliest skating moments, but Masterton has everything from roller-blading to skateboarding on lock. Our reporter ...

For sale: Waiwera hot pools, condition poor from 2022-04-21T17:54

For sale - a rundown thermal water park, about 45 minutes north of Auckland. It could be perfect for those nostalgic for the Black Hole, the Gutbuster, the Twister, or Bob's Mistake. The owners of ...

Tennis player groups criticise Wimbledon over Russia ban from 2022-04-21T17:45

The Associations representing international tennis players have criticised Wimbledon's banning of players from Russia and Belarus. The Grand Slam tournament has made the call because of Russia's in...

Domestic inflation incredibly high - Bagrie from 2022-04-21T17:37

New Zealand's inflation is cracking a 30-year high at 6.9 percent. Basic consumer items are getting more and more expensive. In the past year the cost of a new house went up about 18 percent. Petro...

Evening business for 21 April 2022 from 2022-04-21T17:32

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6304588195001

Ex-All Blacks coach Wayne Smith new coach of Black Ferns from 2022-04-21T17:27

Former All Blacks coach Wayne Smith has been named as the new coach of the Black Ferns, replacing Glenn Moore who resigned at the weekend. Moore threw in the towel following a scathing review into ...

Computer Recycling unveils new machine to deal with NZ's huge e-waste problem from 2022-04-21T17:22

A new state-of-the-art machine that sorts and shreds electronic waste has officially started operation in Auckland.

Dancing kiwifruit, calligraphy, clean cars - Ardern's day in Tokyo from 2022-04-21T17:19

Dancing kiwifruit, calligraphy, and clean cars. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern had an eclectic first day in Tokyo as she embarks on the second leg of her international trade mission. Jacinda Ardern ...

Kaoss Price did not have firearm when fatally shot - police from 2022-04-21T17:16

Police have just released more information about the fatal shooting of Kaoss Price last weekend. Price was shot dead on the road between New Plymouth and Waitara on Saturday night. Our reporter Nic...

More middle-income earners seeking help - budgeting service from 2022-04-21T17:11

Figures out on Thursday confirm what most have already been feeling. The consumers price index increased 6.9 percent in the year ending March 31 - a three decade high. Andrew Henderson from the Dun...

High cost of living confirmed by record consumer price index rise from 2022-04-21T17:07

Figures out on Thursday confirm what most have already been feeling. The consumers price index increased 6.9 percent in the year ending March 31 - a three decade high. Food prices are among the mai...

Boris Johnson apologises again for Downing St party from 2022-04-20T18:20

UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson has apologised again for attending a party at Downing Street during Covid lockdowns. Other party leaders are calling for his resignation with the opposition Labour ...

Auckland mayoral hopefuls on council's housing supply plan from 2022-04-20T18:16

Auckland Council is asking for feedback on some pretty controversial unitary plan changes that'll encourage high density development in Auckland. It's on the back of central Government requirements...

'Brain drain' of young skilled workers from NZ as borders open from 2022-04-20T18:11

With the borders finally open, a brain drain of skilled young workers is now underway. Young people are booking flights, quitting their jobs and moving overseas. Last week, the Ministry of Business...

Pregnant NZers stuck overseas react to revealed MIQ memo from 2022-04-20T18:07

Women forced to give birth overseas because they couldn't get an MIQ spot late last year, say its abhorrent to learn that at that time, health officials thought MIQ wasn't justified. It follows an ...

Red cards still a hot topic ahead of Super Rugby's super round from 2022-04-20T17:56

The not-so super topic of red cards continues to be a talking point as Super Rugby prepares for its so-called "Super Round" in Melbourne this weekend. Three more players have been suspended this we...

Pasifika media company introduces period leave from 2022-04-20T17:48

A Pasifika media company is bringing in menstrual and menopause leave for its union members. Women at Pacific Media Network can take up to 12 days off a year and it's now mandatory for the office t...

Solomon Islands officially signs security deal with China from 2022-04-20T17:45

The Solomon Islands officially signed a controversial security agreement with China against the wishes of local political influencers and its traditional diplomatic partners Australia and New Zeala...

Evening business for 20 April 2022 from 2022-04-20T17:39

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6304477471001

Workplace Minister to consider national inquiry after port death from 2022-04-20T17:33

The father of a young stevedore who fell to his death yesterday was also working on site when his son was killed. Twenty-six-year-old Atiroa Tuaiti, a father himself, is believed to have been lashi...

Security guards facing aggressive theft on daily basis - industry body from 2022-04-20T17:26

Police are continuing to investigate a violent attack at the Hamilton Kmart amid growing concerns thieves are getting more brazen and aggressive. A video on social media shows two women who appear ...

Security guards facing aggressive thefts on daily basis - industry body from 2022-04-20T17:26

Police are continuing to investigate a violent attack at the Hamilton Kmart amid growing concerns thieves are getting more brazen and aggressive. A video on social media shows two women who appear ...

Housing supply and heritage - how is Auckland going to change? from 2022-04-20T17:16

The face of Auckland is set to change, as new government legislation is introduced to increase housing supply. Nick Truebridge spoke to Aucklanders on the street and the city's mayoral contenders f...

Supply chain protection focus for Ardern in Singapore from 2022-04-20T17:11

Shoring up the supply chain between New Zealand and Singapore has been on Jacinda Ardern's agenda on the final day of her trip there. The PM and her Singaporean counterpart have pledged to protect ...

Young worker sixth killed at NZ ports in six years from 2022-04-20T17:07

The father of the young man who died at Ports of Auckland yesterday was working there when the tragedy unfolded. Tributes are pouring out for 26 year old Atiroa Tuaiti, who leaves behind his partne...

Destructive pest moth spreading across NZ likely from Australia from 2022-04-19T18:16

A crop-killing moth could cost New Zealand farmers tens of millions of dollars, if populations survive.  Eggs were found in suburban Tauranga in surveillance traps last month - and larvae have now ...

Auckland 'character' houses may be developed for more homes from 2022-04-19T18:06

A quarter of Auckland's character homes are marked to lose their heritage status when higher density rules come into force later this year.  Auckland Council has released draft maps of the areas pr...

Commonwealth Games countdown on for NZ top athletes from 2022-04-19T17:56

The countdown is once again on for many of New Zealand's top athletes. Today marks 100 days until the 2022 Commonwealth Games get underway in the British city of Birmingham. So, before the serious ...

Call for police to be more transparent after Taranaki shooting from 2022-04-19T17:49

A lifelong friend of a man shot and killed by police in Taranaki two years ago says he was shocked to hear of another fatal shooting. 22-year-old Kaoss Price was shot on Saturday night after he ram...

Russia launches all-out assault on eastern Ukraine from 2022-04-19T17:44

Russia has launched an all-out assault on Eastern Ukraine. Ukraine says Russian troops have started their fight for the Donbas region trying to break into the frontlines of Luhansk, Donetsk and Kha...

East Coast leader calls for native trees to protect whenua from 2022-04-19T17:38

It's time to recloak the whenua in native trees or lose more of it to extreme weather events - that's the call from well-known east coaster Manu Caddie. A series of storms in Tairāwhiti has left pa...

Evening business for 19 April 2022 from 2022-04-19T17:34

News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6304363200001

Latest from Ardern's first overseas trip in years from 2022-04-19T17:28

RNZ deputy editor Craig McCulloch joins Lisa Owen with the latest news from Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's trip overseas, first landing in Singapore. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072...

Australia Zoo suddenly scraps plans to take Auckland's elephant Burma from 2022-04-19T17:25

Australia Zoo has made a last-minute decision to pull the pin on plans to take Burma the elephant from Auckland Zoo. The 38-year-old was due to live out her twilight years at the zoo across the dit...

Jacinda Ardern in Singapore on first trip overseas in years from 2022-04-19T17:22

The Prime Minister has been officially welcomed to Singapore as she kicks off her first overseas trip since the pandemic. Jacinda Ardern arrived in the country last night New Zealand time - after c...

Maritime Union urges national inquiry after new fatality at Auckland port from 2022-04-19T17:17

There are calls for a national inquiry after another worker is killed on the job at Auckland's port. The worker from private stevedoring firm Wallace Investments died after falling from a height wh...

Top doctors signed off advice on ending MIQ in November from 2022-04-19T17:08

The country's two top doctors signed off on a suggestion to end MIQ in November last year. Dr Ashley Bloomfield and Dr Caroline McElnay agreed MIQ was no longer justified on public health grounds, ...

Football: Phoenix team return home after five months away from 2022-04-14T18:25

After spending the last five months based in Australia the Phoenix men's football team return home this weekend to play two A-League games. They'll play at their home ground in Wellington on Sunday...

East coast relieved to escape worst of Cyclone Fili from 2022-04-14T18:20

Some East Coast towns are breathing a sigh of relief they've escaped the worst in the latest big weather event. But while it wasn't as ferocious as the one three weeks ago, it's still left some cri...

Fair pay deal: 'No more money' for nurses - Health Minister from 2022-04-14T18:06

Nurses pay equity talks may need urgent resuscitation after the Health Minister gave their unions a very public serve.

The volunteers who make all our ANZAC poppies from 2022-04-14T17:56

With ANZAC Day nearly here the stock of poppies in a Christchurch workshop are ready to bloom. Each year all the poppies that go out to RSAs up and down the country are made by a small team of volu...

Church services go ahead for Easter services without red limits from 2022-04-14T17:52

With the lifting of restrictions under the Orange traffic light setting, there will be no limit on the number of people who can attend Easter Services at churches across the motu. For the last two ...

Golf clubs fear losing council-owned land from 2022-04-14T17:45

Auckland golfers are worried about council plans to use public courses for other purposes - such as housing, community facilities, public walkways or business use. The council's draft investment pl...

New research reveals dangers of vapes, e-cigarettes from 2022-04-14T17:39

Vaping or e cigarettes are a gateway to traditional smokes, according to new Australian research. A team at the Australian National University reviewed the results of close to two hundred studies. ...

Evening business for 14 April 2022 from 2022-04-14T17:34

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Easter review: Which Auckland hot cross bun is the best? from 2022-04-14T17:23

'Tis the season for hot cross buns, and we've had plenty of debate this week about what makes a good bun. Is it the humble supermarket six pack, the corner bakery bun - or the posh cafe creation? W...

Reports Tauranga bus drivers abused, threatened by teens from 2022-04-14T17:15

Allegations tonight that Tauranga bus drivers are facing racial abuse and death threats from local school boys hanging out at the city's transport hub. Bay of Plenty Regional council says there's b...

Wellington cafes welcome returning office workers from 2022-04-14T17:11

Wellington cafes are rejoicing at the return of many more public servants along the streets and in offices in the CBD. Yesterday's announcement that the country would go down to orange light restri...

Sandringham shops may shut after ongoing violent robberies from 2022-04-14T17:06

Auckland shop owners hit with a ram-raid and an armed hold-up in the past week are sick of teenagers getting away with violent crimes and boasting about it on social media. In the suburb of Sandrin...

50 NZDF troops fly to Europe to help Ukraine from 2022-04-13T18:21

As 50 Defence Force troops fly out to Europe, the Defence Minister says it's not out of the question that New Zealand could have boots on the ground in Ukraine in future. Peeni Henare says currentl...

Decades of pricey work to replace asbestos pipes - Water NZ from 2022-04-13T18:14

Water New Zealand says it will take decades, and cost a fortune, to replace aging asbestos pipes carrying our drinking water. New Zealand has over 88,000 kilometres of water pipes - enough to go up...

Netball leaders welcome move to orange restrictions from 2022-04-13T18:13

Confirmation of the move to the orange light setting comes as a relief to the country's top netballers - and the sport's administrators.

School leaders prepare for move to Covid orange restrictions from 2022-04-13T18:07

At midnight Thursday morning the Covid traffic light flicks from red to orange. Masks are still a must in many places including shops and on public transport. But schools will be left to make their...

Midwives, mums, supporters march in support of St George's Maternity Centre from 2022-04-13T17:56

About 150 Christchurch midwives, mothers and their supporters have marched to St George's Hospital to hand deliver a petition to save its maternity unit from closing. The petition has been backed b...

Dog trainer Mark Vette farewells Monty, the car-driving dog from 2022-04-13T17:45

Monty, the adorable, amazing mutt that literally drove a change in the way people think about rescue pups, has died suddenly. Monty and two other SPCA dogs were taught to drive a Mini car to prove ...

Social media, thrill-seekers drive ram-raid rush - police from 2022-04-13T17:44

Police believe a rush on ram raids is being driven by young thrill seekers looking for social media content - booze, vapes and cigarettes. On Monday luxury Queen Street stores Louis Vuitton & Gucci...

Rotorua's challenge to house homeless and holiday-makers from 2022-04-13T17:36

The border's now open to Australians but some traditional tourist towns have some recovering to do, after a bruising couple of years. The head of Rotorua's economic development agency fears tourist...

Evening business for 13 April 2022 from 2022-04-13T17:33

News from the business sector, including a market report.

Cyclone Fili: Wairoa drenched and heavy rain still falling from 2022-04-13T17:27

On the east coast in northern Hawke's Bay, Wairoa has been drenched, and the rain is still falling. The rain set in as the day dragged on - with locals still recovering from the storm just three we...

Commerce Minister on what's being done to lower food prices from 2022-04-13T17:21

If your growing grocery bill induces indigestion, figures out today confirm the biggest jump in food prices in more than a decade. Proof, the government says, that supermarket super profits need to...

Borders reopen: Tears of joy as Australians land at NZ airports from 2022-04-13T17:18

The arrival gates have been flung open to welcome Australians, who've been able to travel freely to New Zealand for the first time in more than two years. For some, it was a long awaited family reu...

NZ to move to orange Covid restrictions before Easter from 2022-04-13T17:13

Red Covid restrictions, which meant people had to be seated and separated at a bar or restaurant, are being eased as NZ moves to orange level restrictions. The whole of New Zealand will move to ora...

Economist worried as RBNZ takes 'sledgehammer' to inflation from 2022-04-13T17:07

Is the cost of food giving you a bellyache? Figures released today show prices are up 7.6 percent on the same time last year. It's the biggest jump in more than a decade. Mortgages will be costing ...

Warriors apologise after Montoya's homophobic slur from 2022-04-12T18:11

The Warriors are defending their response to a homophobic slur made by outside back Marcelo Montoya last Friday's rugby league match in Queensland. Montoya will front the NRL judiciary tonight, fac...

MetService issues red weather warning for Tairāwhiti, Wairoa from 2022-04-12T18:07

MetService has issued a Red Warning for Tairāwhiti and Wairoa. That means residents are being told to act now - to protect themselves, their properties and their animals. It's just three weeks afte...

NZ’s greenhouse gas emissions dropped 3% in 2020 - data from 2022-04-12T17:50

Covid-19 may have ground the country to a halt in 2020 - but new figures show total emissions dropped only three percent compared to the year before. It is the only year in two decades where New Ze...

Protections in place at ANZAC Day services around Aotearoa from 2022-04-12T17:40

The ongoing battle against Covid means ANZAC Day commemorations will be a little different again this year. The dawn service at Auckland War Memorial Museum - which is usually one of the biggest - ...

Evening business for 12 April 2022 from 2022-04-12T17:36