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Porirua deputy mayor Kylie Wihapi dies after fall at home
Porirua deputy mayor Kylie Wihapi has died following a fall at her home on Saturday morning. Mayor Anita Baker expressed shock at the sudden loss of the 45-year-old, who was the city's first elected Māori ward councillor. Tributes are being paid to Wihapi, who was appointed deputy mayor in 2022.
+26 outlets · Man found dead at St Leonards Beach has been identified
Police have identified a man who died after being pulled from the water at St Leonards Beach on Sunday. Emergency services were called to the North Shore beach around 5.45pm after a member of the public pulled the man to shore and attempted CPR.
4 outlets · Labour leads National on all top five voter issues in new poll
A new Ipsos Issues Monitor poll shows Labour leads National on all top five voter concerns. Concerns regarding petrol prices have reached a record high, becoming the third most important issue behind inflation and healthcare.
+37 outlets · Police examine scene after alleged serious assault at Balclutha campground
Police are investigating an alleged serious assault that occurred at a campground on Charlotte Street in Balclutha on Sunday afternoon. While the victim was not physically injured, they were left incredibly shaken. Officers have been conducting a scene examination following an overnight guard at the location.
4 outlets · Heavy rain and gales expected for parts of South Island
An active weather front is moving north, expected to stall over the Westland district on Monday afternoon. This may bring heavy rain to the west and northwest gales to parts of the south and east. Orange heavy rain warnings are currently in place for the West Coast.
3 outlets · Kimi Antonelli becomes youngest F1 champion as Lawson finishes eighth
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli has been crowned the youngest Formula 1 world champion. Racing Bulls' Liam Lawson secured eighth place at the Mexico City Grand Prix, moving up from ninth after post-race penalties were applied to other drivers.
4 outlets · 2 new reportsPresbyterian Church names late minister as child sex abuser
The Presbyterian Church has identified David Wentworth Pimm as a child sex abuser who served in various parishes between 1955 and 1986. Pimm, who died in 2014, may have been involved with students in Dunedin. The church is now offering redress and encouraging more victims to come forward.
3 outlets · Tonga defeats Samoa to reach Rugby League World Cup semi-final
Tonga secured a 20-18 victory against Samoa in a thriller at Sydney's CommBank Stadium. The win keeps Tonga's undefeated group-stage record intact. They will face New Zealand in the first semi-final in Newcastle next weekend.
4 outlets · Auckland and Selwyn lead New Zealand population growth
New Stats NZ data shows Auckland is the fastest-growing city and Selwyn is the fastest-growing territorial authority. While two-thirds of local areas experienced growth in the year to June, some larger cities have seen population decreases, including Wellington.
4 outlets · Enrolled nurse suspended for a year over false references
Nashida Ali has been suspended for 12 months after a disciplinary tribunal found she used fake employment references to secure a job in Auckland. Concerns regarding her clinical competence and reliability were raised by senior staff shortly after she began working for the District Nursing Service at Te Whatu Ora.
2 outlets · Senior police staffer describes family violence response system as outdated
A senior Police staffer has criticised the current multi-agency response system for at-risk family violence victims, calling it outdated and unfit for purpose. This criticism follows reports that the Government has shelved a system intended to support timely multi-agency responses.
3 outlets · Tasman woman named following fatal Stoke cyclist crash
Police have identified 78-year-old Elena Meredith as the cyclist who died in a crash in Stoke on Labour Day. The incident occurred on Main Road near the Songer Street intersection. Meredith, a Tasman resident, was reportedly crossing the road with her bicycle when the crash involving a car occurred.
2 outlets · NewAct campaign leaflet referred to advertising authority in Tāmaki
A voter has referred an Act Party campaign leaflet to the Advertising Standards Authority over a graphic deemed misleading. The leaflet targeted National candidate Mahesh Muralidhar during the election contest in the Tāmaki electorate. Meanwhile, National Party supporters were reportedly advised to wear rosettes instead of blue clothing during a local walkabout.
2 outlets · Taika Waititi criticises reviewers of Klara and the Sun
Director Taika Waititi has dismissed critics of his new film, Klara and the Sun, on social media. The dystopian adaptation has received harsh reviews and struggled at the box office, earning US$725,000 during its opening weekend.
2 outlets · KMD Brands in exclusive takeover talks with Bluestar Alliance
NZX-listed KMD Brands, owner of Kathmandu and Rip Curl, is in exclusive negotiations with American brand management firm Bluestar Alliance LLC regarding a potential takeover. Following the announcement, KMD Brands shares rose more than 10% on Monday.
2 outlets · NewNetball NZ CEO refuses to guarantee 2027 professional domestic league
Netball New Zealand chief executive Jennah Wootten has declined to guarantee a professional domestic league for 2027 following the collapse of a private competition deal with Anna Mowbray and Ali Williams. While an alternative plan is being developed, Wootten hinted that discussions with multiple private investors are ongoing.
4 outlets · 2 new reportsNitrate levels rise in many rural Canterbury water supplies
A survey of 358 wells by Environment Canterbury found that nitrate levels have increased in over half of rural Canterbury's water supplies over the last ten years. The 2025 annual survey reported that 10.6 per cent of the sampled wells exceeded the maximum acceptable value for nitrate-nitrogen in drinking water.
2 outlets · Inmate Hayden Gobey stole identities of 22 people
Inmate Hayden Gobey stole the identities of 22 victims, including impersonating police officers. While in prison, Gobey used a private police number to contact NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi staff. By providing a fake name and ID number, he convinced staff to release personal details of others.
3 outlets · Labour promises to crack down on unfair household bills
The Labour Party has pledged to prevent phone, internet and insurance companies from charging loyal customers more than new ones. If elected on 7 November, the party also intends to ban fake discounts and stop significant price increases following introductory offers.
3 outlets · 2 new reportsCreditors lose $2m as Stirling Sports franchisee liquidation concludes
Hamleigh Holdings Limited, which operated Stirling Sports stores in Northlands and The Palms, has been removed from the companies register. The liquidation process has ended with insufficient funds to pay fifteen unsecured creditors, who face losses exceeding $2 million. Former employees were able to receive full payment for their preferential claims.
2 outlets · Chris Hipkins to make election announcement in Auckland
Labour leader Chris Hipkins is in Glen Eden, Auckland, to make an election announcement. During his visit to a garden centre, he also interacted with a dog that had picked up a dead bird.
2 outlets · 2 new reportsForestry site near Te Araroa ordered to undergo remediation
Summit Forests NZ and associated parties must remove debris and plant native vegetation at Awatere Forest on the East Coast. The enforcement order requires that streams and high-risk sites be cleared of slash by 31 March 2027.
2 outlets · Wellington Heritage Festival features 170 events across the region
The Wellington Heritage Festival is currently in its second week, offering approximately 170 events. The community-led festival highlights the history and culture of the greater Wellington region, with more than 40 events scheduled to take place in the Wairarapa.
1 outlet · Christopher Luxon sign-waves in Tamaki during final election week
National Party leader Christopher Luxon and supporters were sign-waving in Auckland's Tamaki electorate. As the election campaign enters its final week, one passing driver reacted to the group with gestures and a pūkana.
2 outlets · SpaceOps founder says no formal policy against military work
SpaceOps, a space company operating in Southland and north of Auckland, has no formal policy regarding military activity. Chief executive Robin McNeill stated that while employees might protest defence contracts, there are currently no plans to draft a specific policy against such work.
2 outlets · Eftpos outages affect businesses across lower South Island
Electronic payment disruptions hit supermarkets, pharmacies, and council facilities across the lower South Island on Monday. Some motorists also reported being unable to pay for fuel at self-service stations. Paymark stated that a fix for the outage was implemented on Monday morning.
+15 outlets · Firefighters look to hand over control of Waiouru scrub blaze
Fire and Emergency NZ is preparing to hand over control of the large scrub fire in the Waiouru military training area. After burning through more than 3,700 hectares, containment lines were strengthened on Sunday as weather conditions improved.
2 outlets · Chapman and Ravindra ruled out of Black Caps ODI series against India
Mark Chapman and Rachin Ravindra will miss the five-match ODI series against India due to injury. Ravindra is recovering from a dislocated shoulder, while Chapman rehabilitates a hamstring issue. Tim Seifert, Henry Nicholls, and Dean Foxcroft have been called into the squad to replace them.
3 outlets · Ngāti Kahungunu ki Tāmaki-nui-a-Rua Trust takes over Pahīatua Medical Centre
The Ngāti Kahungunu ki Tāmaki-nui-a-Rua Trust has purchased the Pahīatua Medical Centre from Tararua Health Group. The ownership change follows recent staff resignations, including a doctor and nurses, due to safety concerns. The clinic serves approximately 5,000 patients in the Tararua region.
2 outlets · Train services resume after attempted cable theft on Kāpiti Line
Police have cleared train services to resume following an attempted cable theft near the Glenside tunnel over State Highway 1. The incident, which occurred shortly after 7.30am on Monday, caused delays and cancellations on the Kāpiti Line. Initial reports indicate that no cables were damaged during the attempt.
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