Man charged with murder of Christchurch man Tyrone Munns
A 29-year-old man has been charged with the murder of Tyrone Munns, who died at a social housing complex in Mairehau on 9 March. The accused was arrested by police and the Armed Offenders Squad at a Christchurch address. He has appeared in court and was remanded in custody.
+26 outlets · Commerce Commission to monitor Wellington Water financial management
The Government has tasked the Commerce Commission with economic monitoring of Wellington Water. Ministers cited concerns regarding high costs and unsound financial management following reports into the entity. Local council leaders have expressed support for the intervention to ensure transparency and value for ratepayers.
+15 outlets · Auckland man fined for illegal home kill business
Peni Naivaluvou, 64, has been fined $8000 after appearing in the Papakura District Court on Friday. He was sentenced on three charges for slaughtering and selling pigs and a chicken through an unregistered business, despite previously being ordered to stop.
4 outlets · Two critically injured in State Highway 2 crash near Mangatāwhiri
Two people are in critical condition and a third is seriously injured following a two-vehicle crash near the Maramarua Golf Club. State Highway 2 was closed in both directions on Friday afternoon. Two people were airlifted to hospital and the Serious Crash Unit has been deployed.
+15 outlets · Man facing more charges after allegedly hitting pedestrians near Auckland University
A 20-year-old man is due in court facing multiple charges, including careless driving causing injury and possessing nitrous oxide. The charges follow an incident on Monday where a vehicle mounted a footpath, injuring pedestrians outside the university's engineering school. Three people, including a staff member, were hospitalised.
4 outlets · Researchers suggest mechanisms to remove impaired prime ministers from office
A study published in the New Zealand Medical Journal suggests implementing processes to remove prime ministers when health issues impair their decision-making. Researchers examined four former leaders, including Robert Muldoon and Joseph Ward, noting that illness or other factors impacted their performance while in office.
4 outlets · Queenstown councillor may lose committee roles after information leak
Niki Gladding may be removed from two committees following the disclosure of a confidential plan to discharge treated sewage into the Shotover River. The council will meet next Tuesday to vote on the recommendation that she breached the code of conduct.
+48 outlets · Palmerston North man jailed for sexual abuse to appeal convictions
A prominent Palmerston North man has been sentenced to seven years and two months in prison for sexually violating a 14-year-old boy in 2007. While he has been granted temporary name suppression, he is appealing his convictions and a decision to decline permanent name suppression.
4 outlets · Willis to announce plans to encourage third supermarket competitor
Finance Minister Nicola Willis will announce Cabinet decisions this weekend aimed at incentivising a third supermarket player. The government intends to break the current duopoly through measures such as land access and tax breaks. It is understood that the specific identity of a potential competitor has not been confirmed.
+15 outlets · Dunedin promotional video criticised for disturbing sea lion
The New Zealand Sea Lion Trust has called for the removal of an Enterprise Dunedin marketing video. The footage shows people playing rugby near a sea lion, which advocates say actively disturbs the protected animal. The video has since been pulled following the criticism.
3 outlets · Tauranga City Council reinstates iwi representatives with voting rights
Three iwi representatives have been welcomed to their roles on Tauranga City Council committees following a vote by elected members late last year. Arthur Flintoff, Rohario Murray, and Jacqui Rolleston-Steed were welcomed at a pōwhiri held at Wairoa Marae. The representatives will hold voting rights on three council committees.
3 outlets · Winton Capital ordered to pay former assistant $100,000
The Employment Relations Authority has ordered Winton Capital to pay more than $100,000 to a former executive assistant. The ruling follows a dispute where CEO Chris Meehan used profanity after being dissatisfied with a business class seat on a long-haul flight. The authority found the company showed no regard for New Zealand employment law.
4 outlets · King Charles hospitalised following side effects from cancer treatment
King Charles III spent a short time in hospital under observation on Thursday after experiencing side effects from his cancer treatment. Buckingham Palace and royal sources described the issue as minor. The King has been undergoing treatment for an unspecified form of cancer since February last year.
3 outlets · New Zealand drama After The Party receives BAFTA nomination
The TVNZ drama After The Party has been nominated for the Best International TV Series award at the upcoming BAFTA TV awards. Created by Robyn Malcolm and Dianne Taylor, the Wellington-filmed series follows a teacher who accuses her husband of sexual abuse. The show previously won nine awards at the 2024 NZ Television Awards.
3 outlets · Otago man wins $5.3m Lotto Powerball using same numbers for five years
An anonymous Otago resident has won $5.3 million in Lotto Powerball after using the same six numbers since the 2020 Covid-19 lockdown. The winning ticket was purchased at Windsor On the Spot Express in Port Chalmers.
3 outlets · Highlanders suffer third consecutive loss to Brumbies in Canberra
The Highlanders lost 34-27 to the Brumbies at GIO Stadium, marking their third straight defeat. Despite Caleb Tangitau scoring two tries, scrum issues and a poor first half contributed to the result. The Highlanders secured a bonus point following a late try by Tangitau.
2 outlets · Hurricanes defeat Waratahs 57-12 in Wellington
The Hurricanes secured a dominant 57-12 victory over the New South Wales Waratahs at Sky Stadium. Kini Naholo scored a hat-trick as the Hurricanes recorded nine tries. The result comes after the Waratahs entered the match with the competition's best defensive record.
2 outlets · New Zealand actor Clive Revill dies aged 94
New Zealand-born actor Clive Revill has died at a Los Angeles care facility after a battle with dementia. He was the original voice actor for the character Emperor Palpatine in the Star Wars film The Empire Strikes Back.
2 outlets · New Zealanders paying up to $90m annually in credit card surcharges
An investment adviser warns that credit card surcharges are becoming common as retailers recover contactless payment costs. These extra fees can have a significant financial impact on shoppers over time, potentially costing New Zealanders up to $90 million per year.
3 outlets · State Highway 1 closed after multi-vehicle crash in Hataitai
State Highway 1 was closed on Friday afternoon following a crash involving multiple vehicles in Wellington. The incident occurred on Wellington Road between Walmer Street and Moxham Avenue, leaving one car on its roof. Police have directed motorists to use a diversion.
2 outlets · Luxon distances himself from funding Eden Park upgrade
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has distanced himself from providing government funding for a $110 million Eden Park upgrade. This follows an Auckland Council vote to endorse the redevelopment project, though the Council stated it would not provide the necessary funding.
2 outlets · Police appeal for information after aggravated robbery at Tauranga dairy
Police are seeking information following an alleged aggravated robbery at a Willow Street dairy on Wednesday evening. A group of people, some allegedly carrying weapons that were not firearms, stole vape products. One young person has been arrested, while efforts to locate other individuals involved continue.
2 outlets · Man arrested after altercation leaves person seriously injured near Oamaru
A man has been arrested following a violent altercation at a property on State Highway 1 near Alma. Police were called to the scene at approximately 1.10pm and found a person in serious condition. The incident involved individuals known to each other.
2 outlets · Government to amend Wildlife Act following High Court ruling
Conservation Minister Tama Potaka has announced targeted changes to the Wildlife Act. This follows a High Court decision that ruled a permit for the Mt Messenger bypass project, which allowed for the inadvertent killing of protected species, was unlawful. The government aims to ensure future infrastructure and housing developments are not delayed.
2 outlets · Law firm partner found guilty of misconduct following Christmas parties
A senior lawyer has been found guilty of misconduct after behaving inappropriately towards junior staff and summer clerks. The incidents, which occurred during Christmas parties, included making lewd comments and grabbing a junior solicitor's genitals. A penalty hearing will be scheduled in the near future.
3 outlets · Magnitude 4.4 earthquake strikes south-west of Levin
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake occurred at 12.59pm on Friday, 20 kilometres south-west of Levin. The quake was recorded at a depth of between 35km and 36km. Thousands of people reported feeling the light shaking across the lower North Island.
2 outlets · Woman dies after being hit by a car in Naenae
A woman has died and another person was injured after being hit by a vehicle on Cambridge Terrace in Lower Hutt on Thursday night. Emergency services were called to the scene near Naenae around 11pm. Police have arrested a woman in connection with the incident.
2 outlets · Green MP Tamatha Paul faces criticism over police comments
Green Party MP Tamatha Paul has faced backlash following recent comments regarding the benefits of beat police. Opinion writers have criticised her remarks, with some suggesting the controversy reflects poorly on the political discourse in New Zealand.
2 outlets · Traffic delays on SH1 northbound following crash near Drury
A crash near the SH1 and SH22 interchange at Drury caused significant delays for northbound commuters on the Southern Motorway. The incident initially reduced the motorway to a single lane, creating lengthy queues. The affected lane has since been reopened.
2 outlets · Auckland councillors endorse Eden Park redevelopment plan
Auckland councillors have voted to support the redevelopment of Eden Park into the country's primary stadium. The Eden Park Trust indicates that $110 million is required for the project and plans to present a business case to the government. The council will not provide funding for the development at this stage.
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