Teenager identified as motorcyclist fatally shot in Northland
Police have named 18-year-old Kyle Zachary Jenkins as the motorcyclist shot dead in Northland. His body was discovered in a creek near Otaika Valley Road on 29 January. Investigators believe the shooting occurred in a layby on State Highway 15 and are seeking dashcam footage.
4 outlets · Police investigate unexplained death of 19-year-old woman in Hamilton
Police are investigating the unexplained death of a 19-year-old woman in Forest Lake, Hamilton. Emergency services were called to an address shortly before 12.30am after she was found unresponsive. Medical staff confirmed her death on arrival, and officers are currently speaking with people at the scene.
+15 outlets · Māori language revitalisation leader Dame Iritana Tāwhiwhirangi dies aged 95
Dame Iritana Tāwhiwhirangi, a founder of the Kōhanga Reo movement, died peacefully at home on Saturday. She was surrounded by whānau at the time of her death. Tāwhiwhirangi was a prominent educator known for her work in Māori language revitalisation.
+15 outlets · Sam Ruthe becomes youngest man to win national senior athletics title
A 15-year-old runner from Tauranga has become the youngest man to win a national senior track and field title. Sam Ruthe won the men's 3000m event at the Potts Classic in Hastings, finishing nearly 10m ahead of his competitors.
3 outlets · Auckland school principal criticises late Ka Ora, Ka Ako lunch deliveries
McAuley High School had to purchase 200 pies after free lunches arrived nearly four hours late. School leadership described the lack of communication and logistical issues regarding the Ka Ora, Ka Ako programme as unacceptable.
3 outlets · New Massey University guidelines detail retirement spending requirements
Massey University has released updated retirement spending guidelines for New Zealand. The research provides information on the costs of both "no frills" and "choices" lifestyles in provincial and metropolitan areas.
3 outlets · Prime Minister to skip Waitangi Day celebrations
Christopher Luxon is expected to be in the South Island during Waitangi Day celebrations. The Prime Minister has stood by his decision not to attend the events, stating more details will be provided next week.
4 outlets · Passenger trains return to newly electrified Pukekohe Station
Trains have resumed service at Pukekohe Station following a closure that began in August 2022. KiwiRail electrified the line between Papakura and Pukekohe to allow direct connections to the Auckland CBD. Commuters can now access the station every 20 minutes.
2 outlets · Protesters hold sit-in to save Wellington Begonia House
More than 150 people staged a sit-in at Wellington's Botanic Garden on Sunday to protest the demolition of the Begonia House. Organisers of the event say thousands of dollars have already been raised to support the campaign to rescue the 60-year-old building.
2 outlets · Sixty years since The Rolling Stones toured New Zealand
The 60th anniversary of The Rolling Stones' first visit to New Zealand and Australia is being marked this weekend. The band's 1965 tour included performances in Auckland and Wellington, as well as a visit to Invercargill.
2 outlets · Two custody officers assaulted while escorting prisoner at Auckland court
Police are investigating an attack on two custody officers at the Auckland District Court on Tuesday. The officers were escorting a prisoner from a courtroom when they were assaulted without warning. One officer reportedly suffered a broken jaw and both sustained facial injuries.
2 outlets · Israel Adesanya supports bill to criminalise coward punches
UFC fighter Israel Adesanya has shared a video backing a new members' bill to criminalise coward punches. Introduced by MP Paulo Garcia, the legislation would create a specific offence for strikes to the head or neck when a victim cannot defend themselves. The bill aims to address incidents causing injury or death.
2 outlets · Man suspected of attacking and taking black swan from Auckland park
Authorities are investigating an incident at Western Springs Park where a man allegedly lured, beat, and captured a black swan. A photographer witnessed the man entering the park and reportedly stuffing the bird into a bag. The investigation into the suspected attack is ongoing.
2 outlets · Investigation launched after alleged attack on swan at Western Springs
The Ministry for Primary Industries is investigating reports of a man allegedly attacking a black swan at Auckland's Western Springs. Witnesses claim the man lured and beat the bird before placing it into a bag. The bird was reportedly injured during the incident.
2 outlets ·
