Man charged with murder after baby dies in Hamilton incident
A 34-year-old man has been charged with murder and attempted murder following a violent incident in Fairfield on Wednesday. A baby died, while a woman and another child remain in hospital in serious but stable condition. Police are continuing their investigation and scene examination at the Douglas Crescent property.
+48 outlets · Man charged with murder after Nelson police officer killed in car ramming
A 32-year-old man faces murder and attempted murder charges after Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming was killed by a vehicle during a foot patrol in Nelson on New Year's Day. Senior Sergeant Adam Ramsay was also injured in the incident and remains in hospital in serious but stable condition. Police are continuing to investigate the event.
+26 outlets · Hundreds of young people involved in disorder at Wānaka park
Police responded to Dinosaur Park around midnight after approximately 300 young people gathered for a mass disorder event. Multiple fights broke out, resulting in at least three serious assaults that left teenagers unconscious. Police have urged parents to take responsibility for their children's whereabouts.
+15 outlets · Madison Keys advances to ASB Classic quarterfinals with dominant win
Top seed Madison Keys defeated Romania's Jaqueline Cristian 6-1, 6-2 at the ASB Classic in Auckland. The American player's match included a lengthy rain break and a dispute over an electronic line call. Keys is scheduled to face Denmark's Clara Tauson in the next round.
3 outlets · Sixteen people rescued from water on New Year's Day
Surf Life Saving rescued 16 people on the first day of the year, marking the start of what is considered the most dangerous month in the water. Teams worked nearly 5,100 hours across New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. This rescue figure matches the same period from last year.
4 outlets · One person critically injured in Waikato car and motorcycle crash
A person was taken to Waikato Hospital in critical condition following a collision between a car and a motorcycle. The crash occurred near the intersection of Morrinsville-Walton, Eynon, and Kuranui roads on Thursday evening. Police advised drivers to avoid the area south of Morrinsville due to diversions.
3 outlets · Cyclist dies in Waikato crash as holiday road toll reaches 12
A cyclist died at the scene following a collision with a car on State Highway 29 near Matamata on 2 January. Emergency services responded to the incident near Pond Road at approximately 10.30am. This fatality brings the holiday road toll to 12.
3 outlets · Cyclist dies in crash on State Highway 29 near Matamata
A cyclist has died following a collision with a vehicle on State Highway 29 near Pond Road on Thursday morning. Emergency services arrived at the scene around 10.35am, but efforts to resuscitate the person were unsuccessful.
4 outlets · Dame Tariana Turia has suffered a stroke
Te Pāti Māori co-founder and former minister Dame Tariana Turia suffered a stroke earlier this week. Her iwi, Te Ranga Tupua, stated that the 80-year-old is surrounded by her whānau. The family has expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and prayers.
4 outlets · Driver charged with murder after Nelson officer killed by vehicle
A 32-year-old man faces murder and attempted murder charges after a vehicle struck two officers in Nelson's Buxton Square on New Year's Day. Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming died from her injuries, while another officer was also hit during the incident.
2 outlets · Health warning issued for Selwyn River due to faecal bacteria
Health New Zealand has issued a warning for the Selwyn River/Waikirikiri after high levels of faecal bacteria were found in consecutive samples. The contamination was detected at Glentunnel and Whitecliffs, leading to advice for swimmers to stay out of the water.
2 outlets · New Zealand road toll reaches lowest level in 11 years
The provisional 2024 road toll is 289, marking the lowest annual figure since 2013. While police described the reduction as a fantastic achievement, officials noted that every life lost is a tragedy.
4 outlets · Tauranga mayor Mahé Drysdale reflects on first months in office
Olympian Mahé Drysdale says he has no regrets after his first few months as Tauranga mayor. Elected in July, he noted the significant scale of the role, including early decisions regarding $151 million in infrastructure funding.
2 outlets · Divers begin removing fuel from sunken Navy ship Manawanui
Divers have started removing fuel and pollutants from the wreck of the HMNZS Manawanui off the coast of Samoa. The vessel ran aground on a coral reef and caught fire in October 2024. The New Zealand Defence Force described the commencement of fuel recovery as a significant milestone.
+15 outlets · Person critically injured after reported assault in Karaka
Police responded to an assault at an address on Rorotu Ave in Karaka shortly after 4am Thursday. A person was treated by St John and taken to hospital in critical condition. A 38-year-old man has been taken into custody in connection with the incident.
2 outlets · Advocates question government plan to provide free vaping starter kits
Associate Health Minister Casey Costello announced that vaping starter kits will be provided to stop-smoking services nationwide from next week. The initiative aims to help smokers switch from cigarettes to vapes, but respiratory advocates have criticised the government's approach.
2 outlets · Police investigate fatal assault in Hamilton suburb
Officers attended a property on Douglas Crescent in Fairfield at 2.10am on Wednesday following reports of an assault. One person was found dead and two others were seriously injured. Police are expected to return to the scene to continue their inquiries.
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