Police investigate gang-linked shooting at a Gisborne house
Police are investigating a firearms incident on Ranfurly Street in Gisborne after shots were fired at a house early this morning. Occupants were inside the home at the time, but no injuries were reported. The attack is believed to be gang-related and part of a series of recent incidents.
4 outlets · One person dead and another critically injured in Linton crash
One person died at the scene and another was airlifted to Wellington Hospital in critical condition following a two-vehicle crash. The incident occurred on Tennent Drive near Linton on State Highway 57 around 10.10pm on Friday night. Police and the Serious Crash Unit attended the scene.
4 outlets · Man dies after shooting incident in Carterton
A man has died after being found in a vehicle with a gunshot wound in Carterton. The incident reportedly began when a firearm was discharged at a vehicle exiting a supermarket in Featherston. Police have launched a homicide investigation and two people are in custody.
3 outlets · New bill proposes three-day hospital stay for mothers and newborns
The Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) (3 Day Postnatal Stay) Amendment Bill proposes increasing minimum postnatal hospital stays from 48 to 72 hours. While the bill aims to improve care, concerns have been raised regarding whether the maternity system has the capacity to manage the change.
4 outlets · Tongariro Alpine Crossing closed following death of man
A rāhui has been placed on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing after a man in his 50s collapsed and died on Saturday. The track is expected to remain closed until 6am on Wednesday, March 26. Police have advised hikers to use alternative walking routes during this time.
3 outlets · Health New Zealand apologises to woman after medical mishaps
Jacqui Siou suffered an acute infection, blood clots, and stomach bleeding after receiving a routine injection at Wellington Hospital in February. Health New Zealand has apologised for her distress and is conducting an internal review. Siou intends to lodge a complaint with the Health and Disability Commissioner.
3 outlets · Hundreds protest the closure of Western Springs Speedway
Hundreds of motorsport enthusiasts marched through Auckland to protest the closure of the Western Springs Speedway in Grey Lynn. Following an Auckland Council vote, the venue will cease operations after 96 years, with the final event scheduled for this evening before the racing moves to Onehunga.
3 outlets · Cancer patient seeks answers after surgeon removed wrong part of lung
A cancer patient is seeking explanations nearly five years after a surgeon mistakenly removed the wrong part of his lung during a 2020 operation. Although a Health and Disability Commissioner investigation found the doctor breached three codes, the patient remains dissatisfied with the lack of answers regarding how the error occurred.
3 outlets · Man in his 20s dies during jetboating on Ruamāhanga River
A man in his 20s has died following a jetboating incident on the Ruamāhanga River in the Wairarapa. Emergency services were called to Lees Pakaraka Road on Friday afternoon after reports of an unresponsive passenger. Police are currently investigating the death.
4 outlets · Crusaders defeat Blues 42-19 at Eden Park
The Crusaders secured a 42-19 victory over the Blues in Super Rugby Pacific. This loss marks a continued slump for the defending champions at Eden Park. The Crusaders' win represents their first away victory under coach Rob Penney.
2 outlets · Waipā man loses name suppression after publishing intimate video
Neasan McVeigh, 23, has been convicted of publishing an intimate visual recording after showing a video of a Tinder date to a friend. While acquitted of making the film, McVeigh's request for name suppression and a discharge without conviction was dismissed by a judge.
2 outlets · Reds defeat Highlanders at Forsyth Barr Stadium
The Reds defeated the Highlanders 29-23 during a Super Rugby Pacific match in Dunedin. Although the Highlanders held a lead at halftime, they lost the game following a difficult second half.
2 outlets · Emergency services respond to incident at New World Carterton
Emergency services have converged on the New World supermarket in Carterton. The store has been closed until further notice following an incident on Saturday afternoon. Local reports indicate that police and ambulances are at the scene and parts of the main street have been cordoned off.
3 outlets · Gisborne District Council seeks legal advice on speed limit changes
Gisborne District Council is seeking legal counsel regarding a new government rule that reverses previous speed reductions. Because the council implemented its lower speeds through a bylaw process, officials say the implementation of the new rule may be more complicated than for other councils.
3 outlets · Truck driver sentenced for causing death of Marty Wood
Gary Peter Newman has been sentenced for careless use of a motor vehicle causing the death of Marty Wood. The crash occurred on 22 February 2024 when the driver went through a stop sign. Newman, who has previous convictions, was addressed by the victim's partner during the court proceedings.
2 outlets · Man charged with murder in Gisborne brawl dies while on bail
A 26-year-old man charged with murder following a mass brawl in Elgin, Gisborne, has died. The incident, which occurred at a party in March 2024, resulted in two deaths. Police have referred the man's death to the coroner.
+26 outlets · Hamish Kerr wins silver at indoor world high jump championships
New Zealand's Hamish Kerr finished second in the high jump at the world indoor championships in Nanjing. The Paris Olympic champion recorded a best clearance of 2.28m, finishing three centimetres behind South Korean athlete Wood Sang-hyeok.
3 outlets · Hamilton man forfeits $57,000 after cannabis dealer conviction
Royce Khan has been ordered to forfeit $57,572.60 following a drug-dealing conviction. The case began in April 2020 when police conducted a warrantless search of his vehicle after noticing a strong smell of cannabis. Khan has also received a sentence of home detention.
2 outlets · Centuries-old waka discovered on Chatham Islands coastline
Locals have found the remains of an ocean-voyaging waka buried in sand dunes on the Chatham Islands. The discovery has prompted discussions regarding the vessel's origins and ownership, with Moriori oral traditions suggesting a wreck occurred in the area several hundred years ago.
3 outlets · Philanthropists to fund base build for Wellington charity hospital
Sir Mark Dunajtschik and Dorothy Spotswood have agreed to fund the base build for a new charity hospital in Wellington. Board chairperson Graham Sharpe aims to finalise the site for the Dorothy Spotswood Charity Hospital by the end of April, with hopes to open within two years.
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