Dame Tariana Turia laid to rest at Whangaehu Marae
Te Pāti Māori co-founder Dame Tariana Turia was buried at Whangaehu Marae on Tuesday. She died on Friday at age 80 following a stroke. Thousands of mourners, including politicians and iwi leaders, attended the proceedings to pay their respects.
+37 outlets · Funeral service planned for Nelson police officer Lyn Fleming
Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming will be farewelled with full police honours at a special service on 16 January at Nelson's Trafalgar Centre. The 62-year-old veteran died on New Year's Day after being struck by a vehicle in Buxton Square. A 32-year-old man has been charged with her murder.
+26 outlets · Woman named after pleading not guilty to infant neglect charges
Yixia Chen has been named following charges of neglect and possession of a drug utensil. The 37-year-old appeared in Christchurch District Court after two-month-old Kevin Chen died in unexplained circumstances at an Oxford property in August 2024.
+26 outlets · Unprecedented number of submissions made on Treaty Principles Bill
An unprecedented number of people have submitted feedback on the Treaty Principles Bill ahead of Tuesday's deadline. While some users reported difficulties using the Parliament website, the Clerk of the House confirmed the high volume of engagement. Selwyn District Council has also recommended that the government drop the legislation.
+48 outlets · Hastings man named following fatal Havelock North crash
Police have identified 19-year-old Wade William Crosbie as the man killed in a crash on Foster Lane on 2 January. The incident involved a car leaving the road and rolling into a gully. Two other people were reported to have sustained serious injuries in the crash.
3 outlets · Two children allegedly murdered in Auckland and Hamilton
Two children have allegedly been murdered in Auckland and Hamilton during the first week of 2025. A 34-year-old man has been charged in relation to the deaths. Minister for Children Karen Chhour has encouraged the public to report family violence following these incidents.
4 outlets · Garden waste dumped in manholes blocks Gisborne sewer pipes
The Gisborne District Council is clearing sewer pipes in Mangapapa after garden waste dumped into manholes caused blockages. An emergency sewer valve was opened into the Taruheru River, and authorities have warned residents to avoid swimming or gathering shellfish in local rivers and beaches.
4 outlets · Three arrested after jewellery store robbery at St Lukes mall
Three people have been arrested following a smash and grab robbery at a Michael Hill jewellery store in Auckland on Tuesday. Two men reportedly used tools to smash counters and steal jewellery at approximately 3.30pm. Police found stolen items in two vehicles that fled the scene.
3 outlets · State Highway 60 closed after serious two-vehicle crash in Tasman
State Highway 60 near Appleby was closed on Tuesday afternoon following a collision between a car and a truck. Emergency services attended the crash between Maisey and Redwood roads, where police say there have been serious injuries. Motorists are advised to expect delays and follow diversions.
3 outlets · Seven youths arrested after night of disorder in Raglan
Seven young people have been arrested following a series of incidents in Raglan in the early hours of Tuesday. Police responded to reports of burnouts, attempted theft, and a car fire. During the incidents, two vehicles were spiked as suspects attempted to flee from officers.
3 outlets · DOC seeks help locating entangled juvenile dolphin in Waitematā Harbour
The Department of Conservation is asking for public sightings of a subadult bottlenose dolphin entangled in a fishing net. The dolphin was last seen near the western end of the Waitematā Harbour. A specialist marine mammal disentanglement team is preparing to attempt to remove the net.
3 outlets · Man charged with attempted murder after Palmerston North shooting
A 21-year-old man is due in Palmerston North District Court today facing attempted murder and unlawful possession of a firearm charges. The charges follow a December 13 incident on Tremaine Avenue where a woman was shot and left with critical injuries. Police say the shooter was known to the victim.
+15 outlets · Man loses personal grievance claim over unfulfilled truck driving job
Shaun Cavanagh has lost his bid for compensation after claiming he was unjustifiably dismissed from a truck driving role at Dynes Transport Tapanui. The Employment Relations Authority ruled against his claim following an offer of employment made in August 2023.
3 outlets · Firefighters respond to bedroom blaze in Queenstown
Emergency services attended a fire in a Fryer Street unit shortly after 11pm on Monday. Around 25 firefighters and ambulance staff responded to the blaze, which was contained to a bedroom. Up to 10 people were treated for minor injuries and smoke inhalation.
3 outlets · Cook Strait ferry disruptions expected to ease as winds subside
Strong southerly winds have caused delays and cancellations for inter-island ferry services between Picton and Wellington. MetService indicates that while a new weather system may increase waves on Tuesday, the northerly winds are not expected to cause the same level of disruption seen recently.
4 outlets · WorkSafe investigating after migrant worker dies following workplace fall
Jun Jiang, a 37-year-old Chinese migrant worker, has died in hospital after falling from a scissor lift at SD Aluminium in Auckland on 28 December. WorkSafe has launched an investigation into the incident, which allegedly occurred while Jiang was not wearing protective gear.
4 outlets · Tawhai Tunnel near Reefton to reopen after eight month repair
The 134-year-old Tawhai Tunnel is scheduled to reopen this Sunday following repairs to its damaged brick lining. The closure began in June after structural issues were discovered, and coal trains are expected to resume running to Lyttelton. KiwiRail has advised West Coast locals to remain vigilant at level crossings.
2 outlets · Runner completes all 10 Great Walks in nine days
Romain Groleau completed New Zealand's 10 Great Walks starting on 28 December. The 44-year-old runner finished the journey at 2am on Sunday, covering the distance in eight days and 16 hours.
+15 outlets · Auckland woman and toddler named as victims of Mangaweka crash
Police have identified the Auckland woman and toddler killed in a two-car crash on State Highway 1 in Mangaweka. Sumeet Sumeet and 2-year-old Agambir Singh Dhanju died during the December holiday road toll period.
3 outlets · Christchurch man fails bid for early prison release
David Rata Bagley has lost a Court of Appeal bid for early release from prison. The court cited no undue impact on his 11 children. Bagley, who has 163 convictions, must remain in jail until September.
3 outlets · Experts call for more action following child deaths in family violence
Prevention experts say family violence is a larger issue than commonly understood. This follows the deaths of two children in separate incidents in Hamilton and Auckland this year. Experts are calling for increased efforts to prevent such tragedies.
2 outlets · Abandoned Reading Cinema complex in Wellington has been sold
The Courtenay Central site, which has been empty for six years, has been sold. The building was closed following a 2019 engineer's report regarding earthquake proneness. Local residents have suggested various redevelopment options, including a bowling alley or mini-golf, to revitalise the central business district.
2 outlets · Five arrested after armed robbery at Karaka petrol station
Five people have been arrested following a robbery at a service station on Harbourside Drive in Karaka on Tuesday morning. Police were called at approximately 5.30am after masked individuals carrying weapons entered the premises. No injuries were reported during the incident.
2 outlets · Cam Norrie apologises after racquet hits spectator at ASB Classic
Cameron Norrie apologised for hitting a female spectator with his racquet during a loss to Facundo Diaz Acosta at the ASB Classic. The incident occurred in a corporate box after Norrie threw his racquet in frustration. The spectator was reported to be unharmed.
2 outlets · Man charged after alleged assault on Middlemore Hospital staff member
A 23-year-old patient faces a charge of attempted strangulation following an alleged assault on a staff member at Auckland's Middlemore Hospital. The staff member required hospital treatment after the incident. Health New Zealand has confirmed the assault occurred.
2 outlets · Dogs attacking penguin colony at Muriwai Beach
The Muriwai Environmental Trust says dogs are attacking a fledgling penguin colony at Muriwai Beach. The trust reports that some owners are ignoring signs regarding where dogs are permitted. The colony is also considered at risk from cars.
2 outlets · Hawke’s Bay man injured after stingray attack while fishing
Eli Carroll sustained a 10cm laceration to his thigh after accidentally stepping on a stingray in Hawke’s Bay. The fisherman was airlifted to a hospital after the incident left him critically injured in a remote location.
2 outlets · Point Chevalier resident criticises abandoned shopping trolleys on local street
A Point Chevalier resident has described his street as a dumping ground for abandoned shopping trolleys. Andrew McMartin reported finding 17 trolleys on a single Monday and estimates he has seen approximately 50 on his street over recent months.
2 outlets · Lifeguards and locals rescue stranded bottlenose dolphin in Otago
Lifeguards and community members worked together to rescue a large bottlenose dolphin trapped in the shallows of an estuary in Blueskin Bay, north of Dunedin. The animal was located near Manse Road after midday on the weekend, prompting rescuers to assist in floating the dolphin to safety.
2 outlets · Unfinished housing developments in Auckland cause local frustration
Several housing projects in Auckland appear abandoned, including an Epsom apartment building that has been derelict for five years. The Epsom project halted following building consent issues and was purchased by a new director in September 2023. Local residents have expressed concerns regarding vandalism and the state of the sites.
4 outlets · CAA investigating drone flight near Auckland Sky Tower
The Civil Aviation Authority is reviewing reports of a drone flying close to the top of Auckland's Sky Tower. The aircraft was used to film the city's New Year's Eve fireworks on 31 December.
2 outlets · Canterbury total fire ban to be lifted this Wednesday
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is revoking the total fire ban for the Canterbury district from 8am on Wednesday. The region, spanning from north of the Rakaia River to south of the Clarence River, will move into a restricted fire season following recent wildfires and dry weather.
3 outlets · Unseasonable cold snap expected to continue for at least another week
Meteorologists say an unseasonable chill will persist across parts of the country for at least another week. While unsettled conditions continue, MetService suggests glimpses of summer weather will occur and warmer temperatures are expected to return next week.
2 outlets · Southerly fronts bring cooler weather despite warm summer predictions
Unexpected southerly fronts have brought cooler, wetter conditions across much of New Zealand, contrary to expert forecasts of a warm summer. While the West Coast has experienced the warmest weather, eastern areas and Christchurch have faced much colder conditions.
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