Woman charged after assault at Dunedin's Moana Pool
A 39-year-old woman has been charged with breach of bail and assault with a sharp weapon following an incident at Moana Pool. Emergency services were called to the Littlebourne Road location around 3.15pm, where one person was hospitalised in moderate condition.
+48 outlets · Man dies following hunting incident on Stewart Island
A man has died following a hunting incident near Lords River on Stewart Island on Saturday. Police were notified around midday and deployed a Search and Rescue team via helicopter, who located the deceased man. Investigations are currently underway and the Coroner has been advised.
+26 outlets · Waikato farmer Hugh Jackson named Young Farmer of the Year
Hugh Jackson, a 26-year-old farmer from Te Akau, has been crowned the 57th FMG Young Farmer of the Year. The award was presented on Saturday night during a grand final held in Invercargill.
2 outlets · Five people rescued after boat trouble at Motunau beach
Coastguard volunteers rescued five people after their vessel encountered difficulties crossing the Motunau bar in North Canterbury on Saturday. The boat was hit by three-metre waves, resulting in one person being taken to hospital with injuries. The rescue took place during dark and rocky conditions following a distress call.
3 outlets · Woman arrested after fire at Christchurch church
A woman has been arrested and charged with arson following a fire at Life Church QE2 in New Brighton. Emergency services responded to the Atlantis Street address on Sunday afternoon. The blaze reportedly started in the church's children's area.
4 outlets · Recovery begins in Nelson-Tasman after historic flooding
The Nelson-Tasman region is beginning to recover after experiencing its worst flooding in almost 150 years. While weather is expected to improve, a state of emergency remains in place. Civil Defence has warned of hidden hazards and unstable ground following the heavy downpours.
+15 outlets · Air New Zealand flight lands safely in Auckland after hydraulic issues
Air New Zealand flight ANZ538 from Christchurch landed safely at Auckland Airport despite hydraulic issues. Emergency crews from Mount Wellington, Papakura, and the airport were on standby during the arrival.
3 outlets · Whatatutu residents petition council over heavy vehicle traffic
Members of the Whatatutu Mangatū community have presented a petition to the Gisborne District Council regarding heavy vehicle traffic. The 155 signatories are seeking action over noisy, idling trucks during the night and damage to local roads.
4 outlets · Justice Minister suggests possible introduction of more mandatory sentences
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith has defended recent law and order policies, including new coward punch laws and increased penalties for assaults on first responders. He stated that the government may consider introducing further mandatory or minimum sentences for certain crimes in the future.
2 outlets · State Highway 1 blocked in Northland after serious two-vehicle crash
State Highway 1 in Hukerenui was closed following a two-vehicle crash north of Whangarei on Sunday evening. Police reported that two people sustained serious-to-critical injuries, while a third person suffered minor injuries. The Serious Crash Unit has been notified and diversions are in place.
2 outlets · Immigration New Zealand receives nearly 300 offshore visa applications
Immigration New Zealand has received almost 300 offshore visa applications from Israeli, Palestinian and Iranian nationals since 1 June 2025. Most of these applications have been submitted by Iranian nationals following recent armed conflict between Israel and Iran.
2 outlets · Semaglutide drugs Ozempic and Wegovy become available in New Zealand
The drugs Ozempic and Wegovy have recently been made available for prescription in New Zealand. While used to treat type 2 diabetes and other conditions, their availability has sparked debate regarding weight loss and potential risks such as vision loss.
2 outlets · Large fire engulfs apartment block under construction in Māngere
Firefighters responded to a blaze at a block of two-storey units on Hain Avenue in Māngere East on Sunday. Fire and Emergency New Zealand reported that approximately half of the units in the block were on fire. Crews have since contained the blaze.
2 outlets · Large fire engulfs apartment building under construction in Māngere
Emergency services responded to a large fire on Hain Avenue in Māngere on Sunday afternoon. The blaze reportedly affected an apartment building still under construction, with multiple dwellings becoming engulfed in flames. Black smoke was seen rising above the South Auckland area near Walter Massey Park.
2 outlets · Two kayakers rescued near Whangārei harbour entrance
Two kayakers were rescued by Coastguard Whangārei on Saturday evening after getting into difficulty near the harbour entrance. The pair had drifted approximately two miles out to sea before alerting rescuers by flashing their mobile phone torches in the dark.
2 outlets · Du Plessis Kirifi to gift blood-stained debut jersey
All Blacks loose forward Du Plessis Kirifi will gift his blood-stained jersey from his first test match to someone special. Kirifi and Fabian Holland both made emotional debuts during the All Blacks' 31–27 victory against France in Dunedin on Saturday night.
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