Missing 17-year-old found safe and well in Auckland
Whetu Bennett, a 17-year-old from Waikato, has been located safe and well after being reported missing from LynnMall in New Lynn. She was last seen at the shopping centre around midday on Tuesday or Wednesday.
+15 outlets · Two men rescued from car rooftop in flooded Canterbury river
Two men were rescued by helicopter after becoming stranded on their vehicle's roof in fast-flowing water. The incident occurred near the fork of the Ōpihi and Temuka rivers on Saturday night. Police were alerted to the situation at approximately 9.30pm.
+15 outlets · Extensive damage reported in Motueka Valley following heavy rain
Heavy rain has caused widespread damage across the Tasman district, particularly in the Motueka Valley and Kohatu. Following a helicopter survey by officials, residents and farmers are beginning to clean up as the region prepares for further heavy rain later this week.
3 outlets · Christchurch woman's death follows other missing dementia patients this year
The death of Elisabeth Nicholls has highlighted concerns regarding dementia patients going missing from rest homes. One man reported his wife disappeared from an Auckland retirement village in May while receiving respite care. This follows other instances of dementia patients being lost in New Zealand this year.
3 outlets · Government proposes longer prison sentences for assaults on first responders
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith has announced proposed legislation to increase penalties for assaulting on-duty police, paramedics, firefighters, and prison officers. The new criminal offences aim to provide stronger consequences for offenders targeting emergency workers. This proposal was part of the National and New Zealand First coalition agreement.
3 outlets · Flood damage revealed across Nelson-Tasman region after severe weather
Heavy rain caused the Motueka River to burst its banks, leaving some communities cut off and farmland submerged. A state of emergency remains in place, while a boil water notice has been issued for some areas. Minister Mark Mitchell has been touring the storm-ravaged region to assess the damage.
3 outlets · Hop farmer killed by falling tree while clearing flood debris
Fifth-generation hop farmer Peter Lines was killed by a tree on Saturday morning. The accident occurred while he was clearing flood damage on his property in Wai-iti, south-east of Nelson.
4 outlets · Nelson-Tasman residents urged to remain cautious following weekend floods
A Civil Defence controller has advised Nelson-Tasman residents to stay vigilant as waters recede. The region remains under a state of emergency following heavy rain and the Motueka River bursting its banks. Police reported that one person died during cleanup efforts on Saturday.
3 outlets · New sentencing reforms come into effect to cap offender discounts
New sentencing reforms have been introduced to cap the discounts judges can grant to offenders and include new aggravating factors. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith stated the changes aim to restore consequences for crime, while the Labour Party warned the move could increase costs and pressure on the court system.
2 outlets · Kai Kara-France loses UFC flyweight title shot to Alexandre Pantoja
New Zealander Kai Kara-France was submitted by Alexandre Pantoja during his UFC flyweight title fight at UFC 317. The bout took place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The event also featured a co-main event between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira.
2 outlets · Two people hospitalised in critical condition after Auckland CBD crash
Two people are in critical condition following a car crash in central Auckland early Sunday morning. A Mazda collided with a light pole at the intersection of Anzac Avenue and Parliament Street around 1:55am. Police say a third person was also injured in the incident.
2 outlets · Rotorua mobile library service delivers over 80,000 books
The Library To You service has issued 81,906 books to housebound residents, schoolchildren, and youth offenders over the last five years. The mobile service also distributed various items including magazines, DVDs, and talking books.
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