Police investigate homicide after prisoner dies at Mt Eden prison
A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man at Mt Eden Corrections Facility on Friday. Police were notified of the death after an incident occurred at the Auckland prison around 4pm. Corrections and the coroner are also conducting investigations into the circumstances.
+15 outlets · Tornado damages at least 11 homes in Waitara
A tornado hit a neighbourhood in Waitara just after midnight, damaging at least 11 homes. MetService recorded wind gusts of approximately 130kph and intense downpours during the event. Residents reported significant damage, including roofs being ripped off houses.
+15 outlets · Police appeal for information after alleged sexual assault in Tokoroa
Police are investigating an alleged sexual assault involving a woman walking her dog on Dumfries Road. The incident occurred around 11.20pm on Friday. Officers are seeking a man seen riding a bicycle and wearing a white hooded sweatshirt near the scene.
4 outlets · Four teenagers injured after car crashes in West Auckland
Four teenagers were injured after their vehicle crashed off the Coatesville-Riverhead Highway and hit a property. Two of the teenagers remain in critical condition. Police stated they had previously signalled the driver to stop due to the manner in which the vehicle was being driven.
3 outlets · Spring Creek resident confronts Marlborough District Council chief executive
A resident confronted the Marlborough District Council chief executive and the mayor during a visit to Spring Creek. The visit occurred after a precautionary 24-hour evacuation order was lifted. At the time, residents and contractors were building sandbag walls to protect homes from surface water.
+26 outlets · Broncos defeat Warriors at Suncorp Stadium
The Brisbane Broncos defeated the New Zealand Warriors 26-12 at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday. This result marks the first time the Warriors have suffered consecutive losses this NRL season. The defeat comes amid concerns regarding injuries to key Warriors players.
3 outlets · Spring Creek and Renwick residents return to flooded homes
Residents of Spring Creek and Renwick in Marlborough have returned to their properties following a precautionary evacuation on Friday. People are now inspecting water-logged homes after the Marlborough District Council confirmed it was safe to return on Saturday.
3 outlets · One person dies after vehicle and pedestrian crash in Tokoroa
A person died following a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on Lomond Avenue in Tokoroa around midnight. Emergency services were unable to save the individual, and the Serious Crash Unit has since examined the scene. Police are currently making inquiries to determine the circumstances of the accident.
3 outlets · Police seek witnesses after sexual assault on Porirua walking track
Police are investigating a daylight sexual assault that occurred on June 18 on the Rangituhi/Colonial Knob walking track near Porirua. Officers are seeking information regarding a man described as wearing a cap, dark long-sleeve top, and dark track pants.
3 outlets · Otago state highways reopen following heavy snow
State highways in Otago have reopened after heavy snow, though some reports indicate some may still be closing. MetService has issued heavy snow watches for inland Otago and Southland, with warnings remaining for the Crown Range and Milford Road.
2 outlets · Māori All Blacks defeat Japan XV in Tokyo
The Māori All Blacks secured a 53-20 victory against the Japan XV at Prince Chichibu Memorial Stadium. After trailing 17-15 at halftime, the visitors scored six unanswered tries in the second half to win the match.
2 outlets · Waikato officer made 1700 off-duty police database queries
A Waikato police officer conducted approximately 1700 non-work-related searches of an individual on the police database over 19 months. The officer claimed the queries were for personal information and believed the actions would make them a better police officer. The conduct breach led to an investigation.
2 outlets · Police search for missing 17-year-old girl in Auckland
Police and family are concerned for the safety of Whetu Bennett, who has been missing for three days. The 17-year-old was last seen on Wednesday at LynnMall in New Lynn. Authorities are now appealing for public assistance to locate her.
2 outlets · Greenpeace activists paint ocean killer on Talley’s fishing vessel
Greenpeace Aotearoa activists branded the Amatal Atlantis as an "ocean killer" after witnessing baby sharks being caught in a Talley’s bottom trawler. The confrontation occurred on the Chatham Rise. Talley’s stated that the activists' actions put a crew of more than 40 people at risk.
2 outlets · Person dies after being hit by tree in Tasman District
A person died at the scene in Wai-iti, south-east of Wakefield, on Saturday morning. Police say the individual was hit by a tree while clearing flood damage. Emergency services attended the incident, which occurred around 9.40am.
2 outlets · Clutha council confident Mt Cooee Landfill will not run out of room
The Clutha District Council expects to find a solution for the Mt Cooee Landfill before it reaches capacity. The site was reported to be critically close to capacity in February, with potential costs of $157,000 per month to ship waste elsewhere if it must stop accepting waste by August.
2 outlets · Lorde performs secret set at Glastonbury to mark new album release
Lorde played a surprise 11.30am performance at the Glastonbury Festival's Woodsies Stage on Friday. The set was held to celebrate the release of her latest album, Virgin. Hundreds of fans gathered for the performance in Somerset, England.
2 outlets · Wairoa woman injured after dog pulls her from mobility scooter
A 63-year-old great-grandmother was attacked by a dog in Murraee Street, Wairoa. Carol Stewart sustained serious bite wounds to her arms and legs and was flown to Hawke's Bay Hospital for treatment. The dog involved in the incident has been euthanised.
3 outlets · Hobby horsing and pickleball gain popularity in New Zealand
Two non-traditional sports, hobby horsing and pickleball, are gaining traction among New Zealanders. Hobby horsing combines elements of gymnastics and horse riding, while pickleball is a combination of several racket sports.
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