Security stops David Seymour driving Land Rover up Parliament steps
ACT leader David Seymour was stopped by security while attempting to drive a historic Land Rover up the steps of Parliament. The vehicle was being driven to raise funds for Manaaki Manawa – The Centre for Heart Research. The Prime Minister described the incident as a "political sideshow."
+48 outlets · Left bloc could form government according to latest polls
Two new political polls suggest that a coalition of Labour, the Green Party, and Te Pāti Māori would have enough support to form a government if an election were held today. The results show National's support has fallen, while Labour has seen an increase in polling.
4 outlets · Prime Minister unveils government's first action plan for 2025
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced a 40-point action plan focused on economic growth and cost of living relief. The plan includes hosting a global investment summit in Auckland on 13 and 14 March to boost infrastructure and jobs.
4 outlets · Woman arrested after alleged supermarket theft in Pukekohe
A 28-year-old woman is due in court following an alleged theft at a Pukekohe supermarket on Sunday. Police recovered three bags containing 66 blocks of chocolate, 10 tubs of mayonnaise and 13 bottles of shampoo from nearby bush. Officers were alerted to the incident while conducting a prevention patrol.
4 outlets · Taradale man charged after allegedly swinging machete at Napier police
A 21-year-old man faces multiple charges after allegedly chasing an officer with a machete in Napier on Monday morning. The incident began after police spotted a speeding vehicle with its headlights off on Kennedy Road. Officers used Tasers and pepper spray to respond to the situation.
4 outlets · Dentist ordered to apologise after crowning wrong tooth
The Health and Disability Commission found a dentist provided care well below the required standard after mistakenly placing a crown on the wrong tooth. The patient experienced severe pain following the procedure in 2019. The retired dentist has been ordered to apologise to the woman.
4 outlets · Waimea Community Dam formally opens after 24 years of work
The $211 million Waimea Community Dam was officially opened on Friday morning. Managed by Waimea Water Limited, the project follows decades of work intended to prevent issues like saltwater intrusion and river drying seen during the 2001 drought.
3 outlets · Car crashes through shopfront in downtown Wellington
A car crashed into a shop window on Monday afternoon in central Wellington. Emergency services were alerted to the incident around 1.45pm. One person reported to have suffered minor injuries following the collision.
4 outlets · New shopping centre approved for Marshland in Christchurch
Christchurch City Council has granted resource consent for a 2.5-hectare shopping development on Prestons Road in Marshland. The project is planned to include a Mitre 10 Mega hardware store and up to 28 additional shops.
3 outlets · Union criticises Health NZ plan to cut data and digital roles
The Public Service Association has labelled Health New Zealand's new digital strategy unacceptable. The agency proposes to cut or pause more than 100 projects and reduce its data and digital workforce by over 1,000 positions.
3 outlets · Two pedestrians injured by falling debris on Auckland Queen Street
Two people sustained moderate injuries after material fell from a building facade on Queen Street in Auckland's CBD on Monday morning. Emergency services attended the scene shortly after 11am, and police have cordoned off a section of the footpath. The incident reportedly caused glass to shatter.
3 outlets · Instant Kiwi advertising may be misleading after top prizes are won
Consumer NZ has raised concerns that selling Instant Kiwi tickets could mislead customers if top prizes have already been claimed. Since December 2024, Lotto policy requires players to check prize availability via a QR code, the Lotto app, or by asking staff.
3 outlets · Man charged after police find methamphetamine and large cash sums
Police allege that Sunia Mano To’ofohe was involved in a major drug operation in Lower Hutt. During a search, officers reportedly found 11kg of methamphetamine and hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash. The investigation, known as Operation Elusive, included searches of a vehicle, a phone, and a rented room.
2 outlets · Advocates call for reform of prison pay rates
Reform advocates are calling for an increase in prison pay rates, which currently range from 20 to 60 cents an hour. They claim these rates have not changed for 20 years. A High Court judge previously found in 2022 that the Minister for Corrections failed in their duty regarding pay settings.
2 outlets · David Seymour responds to Prime Minister's criticism of Polkinghorne letter
ACT leader David Seymour has defended his 2022 letter to police regarding Philip Polkinghorne after Prime Minister Christopher Luxon described the correspondence as ill-advised. Seymour stated that police guidance allows individuals to contact their MPs if they feel they are being treated unfairly.
2 outlets · NZ First MP introduces bill to prevent banks from debanking clients
NZ First MP Andy Foster has introduced a bill to the member’s ballot to stop banks from withdrawing services for social or environmental reasons. The proposed legislation aims to prevent banks from refusing service to clients unless they are breaking the law. If passed, the bill could include fines of up to $500,000.
2 outlets · Woman dies in Rakaia River water incident
A woman has died following a quad bike incident at the Rakaia River mouth in Canterbury on Saturday afternoon. Police say the fatality occurred after a group of people became stuck in the river. Local officials have stated that improved signage would not have prevented the tragedy.
2 outlets · Soldiers face court martial for alleged assaults on lower ranking soldier
Sergeant Leaongo Tanginoa and Bombardier Gus Nove are facing a court martial for allegedly assaulting a lower ranking soldier during an international exercise in Hawaii. While one officer admits to a single strike, the victim reportedly lost consciousness twice during the incident.
4 outlets · New Zealand 3G network to be retired by end of year
New Zealand's 3G network will be shut down at the end of 2025 to make way for 4G and 5G technologies. While many users have already transitioned, tech experts warn that the closure could impact more people and devices than expected.
2 outlets · Government announces first quarterly action plan for 2025
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has released a quarterly plan focused on economic growth and rebuilding. The initiative includes hosting an international investment summit in March to attract global business leaders. Other goals involve upgrading visa settings, improving agriculture regulation, and reshaping planning rules.
2 outlets · Search continues for jet skier missing in Cook Strait
Police have notified the coroner as the search for a missing jet skier enters its second week. The man disappeared last Monday while attempting to cross the Cook Strait, and his jet ski was discovered near rocks on Monday night.
4 outlets · Police search for suspect after Birkenhead stabbing leaves man critical
A person remains at large following a stabbing on Birkenhead Ave on 4 February. A member of the public found the victim with multiple injuries, who was then taken to hospital in critical condition. Police are currently focusing their investigation on a vehicle seen leaving the area shortly after the incident.
2 outlets · Multi-factor authentication not a fail-safe against cyber attacks
A major New Zealand security firm warns that multi-factor authentication may not protect companies from cyber attacks. The firm stated that this method has been involved in significant security breaches in New Zealand and Australia.
2 outlets · Environmental group disputes herbicide regulator over Roundup safety
The Environmental Law Initiative is challenging the country's herbicides regulator regarding the weedkiller Roundup. The group expressed concern over the substance's hazards, while the regulator noted that the product and its active ingredient, glyphosate, are not banned in any major regulatory jurisdiction.
2 outlets · Chef fined for possessing weapon in Nelson court
Sean Francis Gannon, a 49-year-old Australian chef, has been fined after pleading guilty to possessing an offensive weapon. Police found him in the early hours of the morning carrying a knife, a metal rolling pin, and a homemade high-voltage stun gun.
2 outlets · US Coast Guard cutter Midgett moors in Wellington
The US Coast Guard cutter Midgett arrived in Wellington on Monday morning for a five-day visit. The vessel is travelling through the South Pacific to strengthen security relationships and ties with partners in the Indo-Pacific region.
2 outlets · Two fishermen rescued after being swept off Bethells Beach rocks
Lifeguards performed a difficult rescue at O'Neills Bay on Sunday evening after a fisherman was swept off the rocks. Two-metre swells prevented a rescue boat from approaching, but swimmers and a jetski were used to extract the pair. Two other fishermen helped bring an unconscious man back onto land.
2 outlets · Severe thunderstorm watch issued for central North Island
MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the central North Island for Monday afternoon and evening. The weather may bring heavy rain, flash flooding, and slips in areas including Waikato, Taupō, and Rotorua.
2 outlets · Te Kūiti shearer wins A$20,000 at Oberon Quickshear
Jack Fagan from Te Kūiti won the Oberon Quickshear in New South Wales, claiming a prize of A$20,000. Fagan secured the victory with a final shearing time of 19.78 seconds.
2 outlets · Police to monitor gang funeral in Hawke’s Bay
Police will maintain a high presence in the Hastings area on Monday to monitor a senior Mongrel Mob member's tangi. Approximately 100 gang members and associates are expected to attend. Officers aim to minimise disruption and will use checkpoints to enforce laws, including the gang patch ban.
2 outlets · One person dead after single vehicle crash on Lewis Pass Road
A person died at the scene following a single vehicle crash on State Highway 7 in Canterbury. Police were notified of the incident just before 10pm on Sunday. Emergency services attempted to save the individual, but they died at the scene, according to police.
3 outlets · Year 14 rowers banned from Maadi Regatta
Rowing officials have banned year 14 students from competing at the Maadi Regatta. The decision follows frustration from high school principals regarding the perceived abuse of the system. The vote to change the rules passed with 36 votes in favour and four against.
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