David Seymour defends letter to police regarding Philip Polkinghorne
Act leader David Seymour has defended writing a letter to police expressing concerns about their treatment of Philip Polkinghorne. Seymour stated that as an electorate MP, it is his role to pass on constituent concerns. Polkinghorne was acquitted of murdering his wife, Pauline Hanna, last year.
+15 outlets · Three men rescued after going missing while rafting in Southland
Three men were winched to safety on Sunday morning after being reported missing while rafting on the Waikaia River near Piano Flat. Police were alerted on Saturday night when the group failed to reach their scheduled pick-up point. One man was reported injured during the incident.
4 outlets · New Zealand expresses concern over Cook Islands agreements with China
The New Zealand government has expressed significant concern after the Cook Islands failed to consult on agreements Prime Minister Mark Brown is signing in China. Foreign Minister Winston Peters stated the Cook Islands is required to share such partnerships as a realm country.
+15 outlets · Government to lower investor visa threshold to attract wealthy foreigners
The National-led government plans to overhaul the Active Investor Plus visa starting 1 April. The changes include lowering the required asset threshold and removing English language requirements to incentivise more foreign investment into the New Zealand economy.
+15 outlets · Man charged after alleged stabbing in Titirangi
A 60-year-old man has been charged following an alleged stabbing in Titirangi on Saturday night. Police were called to a Woodlands Park Road address around 7.20pm after a man suffered serious injuries. The arrest was made at a Mount Roskill address shortly after 10pm.
4 outlets · Two unrelated fatal crashes reported in Ngāhinapōuri on Sunday
Two separate single-vehicle crashes occurred in the Waikato community of Ngāhinapōuri on Sunday. One fatal accident was reported on Oregan Road around 7.45pm, while another occurred on State Highway 39 at approximately 8.55am. Police have described the two incidents as unrelated.
3 outlets · Person airlifted in critical condition from Shipwrecked Festival
A person was airlifted to Auckland Hospital in critical condition following an incident at the Shipwrecked Festival in Te Ārai. Emergency services were alerted to the situation early Sunday morning. The Northland Rescue Helicopter was used to transport the individual to the hospital.
4 outlets · Auckland Art Gallery closes due to leaking pipe
The Auckland Art Gallery and its cafe have closed temporarily following the discovery of a leaking pipe on the second floor. Acting director Margaret Young stated the closure is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of staff, visitors, and the collection while a building safety assessment is conducted.
3 outlets · Court orders remediation for damaged Northland wetland
The Environment Court has ordered Paul Martin Harvey of Watermelon Distributors Limited to stop developments and undertake remediation at the Kaimaumau-Motutangi Wetland. The area, Northland's largest wetland, suffered significant damage after livestock were allowed into the site, pesticides were sprayed, and drains were illegally installed.
2 outlets · Missing Christchurch French bulldog found dead after six-week search
A four-year-old French bulldog named Cooper has been found dead following a six-week search. The pet disappeared from a home in Clarkville on 29 December, prompting a nationwide social media campaign by his owner.
2 outlets · Search underway for two missing kayakers in Southland
Police Search and Rescue teams are looking for two men reported missing while kayaking near Piano Flat. Emergency services were alerted on Saturday night after the pair failed to arrive at their scheduled pick-up point.
2 outlets · No arrests over assault on woman near Christchurch supermarket
Police continue to appeal for information after the woman was found in a park, across the road from a New World.
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