Oriini Kaipara to contest Tāmaki Makaurau by-election for Te Pāti Māori
Former broadcaster and journalist Oriini Kaipara has been selected to represent Te Pāti Māori in the upcoming Tāmaki Makaurau Māori seat by-election. She was chosen during a hui at Hoani Waititi Marae. The by-election follows the death of Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp.
+15 outlets · New Zealand First becomes third most popular party in latest poll
The Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll shows New Zealand First has surged to become the country's third most supported party. The party edged ahead of both the Green Party and ACT following a 3.7 percentage point increase in support. Winston Peters is also ranked as the third most popular option to be prime minister.
+15 outlets · Electric wheelchair user dies after Ashburton car collision
A person using an electric wheelchair has died in hospital following a collision with a car on Burnett Street in Ashburton. The incident occurred around 1pm on Saturday. Police are now appealing for public assistance regarding the fatal crash.
+15 outlets · Orange heavy rain warnings issued for upper North and South Islands
MetService has issued orange heavy rain warnings for the upper North and South Islands as a moist front moves across the country. Northland is under a heavy rain watch, while Nelson faces a high chance of a red warning upgrade. Heavy rain is also expected to impact Taranaki, Tasman, and the Bay of Plenty.
4 outlets · Man charged with murder after Hamilton shooting and carjacking
A 20-year-old man has appeared in Hamilton District Court charged with murder following a shooting and carjacking in Chartwell. Police responded to a house on Bellmont Avenue on Wednesday evening, where they found a 31-year-old man deceased.
4 outlets · Missing four-year-old boy found safe and well in Whanganui
Harlem, a four-year-old boy reported missing from Springvale on Thursday morning, has been located safe and well. He was last seen around 9am on Somerset Road before police and his family raised concerns for his wellbeing.
4 outlets · All Blacks name squad for second test against France
The All Blacks have named their squad for this Saturday's test against France in Wellington. Timoci Tavatavanawai will make his debut from the bench, marking one of three changes to the side. Scott Barrett will miss the remainder of the series.
4 outlets · Rotorua police to crack down on illegal dirt bike riders
Rotorua police are planning a crackdown on illegal dirt bike riders following numerous reports of damage to parks and recreational areas. Acting area commander Inspector Phil Gillbanks warned that the activity could lead to injuries or fatalities. Recent incidents include an assault on an elderly person and a rider hitting a lamppost.
4 outlets · State of emergency declared for Nelson Tasman due to flooding
Tasman Mayor Tim King has declared a pre-emptive state of emergency for the Nelson Tasman region. This follows recent severe weather and comes as MetService issues heavy rain watches and warnings for the top of the South Island and much of the North Island.
4 outlets · Search underway for missing diver at Whatipū Beach
Police and emergency services are searching for a man reported missing while diving at Whatipū Beach in West Auckland on Thursday morning. Authorities were alerted to the incident around 5.23am. The search involves the Police Eagle helicopter, the police launch Deodar, Search and Rescue, and Coastguard New Zealand.
4 outlets · Uncertain future for pensioners living in Hamilton carpark
Pensioners living in campervans at the Classics Museum in Frankton face an uncertain future. The site owner, Tom Andrews, says many residents cannot afford alternative accommodation. Local leaders have met to discuss finding creative solutions to prevent the campers from being moved on.
4 outlets · Jury sees police interview in Khandallah murder trial
A High Court jury in Wellington has viewed video footage of Julia DeLuney's first police interview following the death of her mother, Helen Gregory. DeLuney, who denies the murder charge, was questioned about her actions and clothing changes the day after the incident in Khandallah.
+26 outlets · Jockey Ngakau Hailey dies after dirtbike and car collision
Ngakau Hailey, 18, has died following a collision between a dirtbike and a car in Whitiora. The accident occurred at the intersection of Willoughby and Mill Street on Wednesday afternoon. Two young people in the car were also taken to hospital.
4 outlets · Smith & Caughey’s to auction shop fittings and surplus stock
The closed Auckland department store Smith & Caughey’s is auctioning its remaining fixtures and inventory next week. Items for sale include clothing racks, gold mannequins, and decorations from its Santa's Grotto, such as a sleigh. The store ceased trading on 15 June after 145 years.
3 outlets · New Zealand recorded net migration loss of 30,000 to Australia in 2024
Provisional estimates from Stats NZ show New Zealand had a net migration loss of 30,000 people to Australia in the year ending December 2024. This figure is the largest annual net loss to Australia since 2012 and is similar to the 29,400 loss recorded in 2023.
3 outlets · Man rescued after crashing car down Great Barrier Island bank
An injured man was airlifted to Auckland City Hospital after his vehicle crashed down a 10 to 15 metre bank onto rocks at Tryphena. The driver spent the night trapped in the wreck before being rescued following the single-vehicle accident on Puriri Bay Road.
3 outlets · Jockey killed in Hamilton car and dirtbike collision
Eighteen-year-old jockey Ngakau Hailey has died following a crash between a car and a dirtbike in Hamilton. The collision occurred Wednesday afternoon at the intersection of Willoughby and Mill streets. Two other people were injured in the incident.
4 outlets · Ngamatapouri residents cut off by flooded Waitotara Valley Road
Torrential rain in Taranaki caused the Waitotara River to breach its banks, covering parts of the Waitotara Valley Road with silt and debris. The flooding has cut off Ngamatapouri to everyone except local residents. Many locals remain unfazed by the road closure.
3 outlets · Virtual reality tour of Scott's Discovery Hut debuts at Te Papa
Wellingtonians can now experience a virtual reality tour of Captain Robert Falcon Scott's Discovery Hut at Te Papa. Developed by the Antarctic Heritage Trust and StaplesVR, the experience allows users to interact with huskies and penguins while exploring Antarctica.
2 outlets · Family of Porirua woman killed by elephant in Zambia
The family of 67-year-old Alison Jean Taylor has expressed gratitude for the support they are receiving following her death. Ms Taylor was killed by a female elephant while on safari in Zambia's South Luangwa National Park. Her relatives are currently working to bring her home.
3 outlets · Government forms alliance to combat online scammers
The coalition government is establishing an 'Anti-Scam Alliance' to target financial con-artists. The task force will involve police, major banks, telecommunications companies, and digital platforms working together to share intelligence. This new structure is expected to roll out early next year.
2 outlets · Lawyer Jason Yang suspended for three months
Criminal lawyer Jason Yang has been suspended for three months after failing to be fully frank with police. The disciplinary action follows an incident in May 2023 involving the rescue of a nightclub employee who had been kidnapped and tortured.
2 outlets · Yellow-bellied sea snake washes up on Whangamatā beach
A venomous yellow-bellied sea snake was found on a Whangamatā beach on Thursday morning. Holidaymakers have been urged to stay away from the area following the discovery of the reptile, which was estimated to be approximately 70cm long.
2 outlets · Nurse Maude's legacy remembered 90 years after Christchurch funeral
A new film commemorates the legacy of Emily Sibylla Maude, New Zealand's first district nurse. The release marks the 90th anniversary of the largest individual funeral in Christchurch's history.
2 outlets · Ruapehu councillors reject proposal for multi-council water body
Ruapehu District Council has voted 6-4 against joining a four-council water services entity. Officials estimated the multi-council arrangement could save the community $40 million. Instead, the council is opting to join only with Whanganui.
3 outlets · Motueka River flooding devastates Tapawera farm in Tasman
The Motueka River burst its banks during recent floods, causing significant damage to Dion McGaveston's Tapawera farm. The farmer lost dozens of hectares of land to the river, which left grazing paddocks covered in debris and slash.
2 outlets · Government funds $1.6 million bridge near Ross on West Coast
The Government has announced up to $1.6 million to build a new Totara River Rail Bridge. The replacement will reconnect the Ross community to the West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail after the previous bridge was closed last August due to safety concerns.
2 outlets · Two Christchurch rugby players expelled following match brawl
Two members of the Christchurch Football Club have been expelled after a fight during a premier reserve match against Marist Albion. The incident, which occurred at South Hagley Park, involved a player delivering a punch from behind. The match was called off during the second half while Marist Albion was leading.
2 outlets · Senior lawyer suspended for 15 months following Christmas party misconduct
A senior lawyer at a large firm has been suspended for 15 months after inappropriate behaviour at firm-run Christmas parties several years ago. While intoxicated, the man grabbed a junior colleague's genitals and made lewd comments about staff members. He is currently under interim name suppression.
3 outlets · Record $161,000 Angus bull settles into Wairarapa home
An elite Angus bull named Tangihau U418 has set a national price record after selling for $161,000. The animal is now being settled into its new home near Masterton, where it is undergoing artificial insemination collection at a local breeding centre.
2 outlets · Expert criticises recommendation to phase out government flood buy-outs
A climate policy expert has described a proposal to end government assistance for property buy-outs as "morally bankrupt". The recommendation came from an independent reference group established by the Ministry for the Environment to assist with climate adaptation legislation.
2 outlets · Cyclist seriously injured in Lyttelton vehicle collision
A cyclist was seriously injured after colliding with a car at an intersection in Lyttelton on Thursday morning. The incident occurred shortly after 6am where London Street meets Sumner Road. The individual was taken to hospital following the crash.
2 outlets · Wellington median weekly rents fall to lowest level since 2022
The median weekly rent in Wellington dropped to $600 in June, a $50 decrease from the previous year. According to Trade Me data, the capital has seen the most significant annual decline in median weekly rents across New Zealand.
2 outlets · Police seize cocaine, shotgun and cash in Waikato searches
More than half a kilogram of cocaine and a pump action shotgun were found during a search of a Matamata property on Wednesday. A separate search in Cambridge uncovered more cocaine and $20,000 in cash. A 39-year-old man has been remanded in custody following the operations.
2 outlets · Rotorua Lakes Council to bring parking services in-house
Rotorua Lakes Council has begun transitioning city parking services to an in-house model, aiming for completion by July 2026. This follows a decision not to renew the contract with current provider i-Park. Proposed changes include a three-hour limit in the CBD and one hour of free parking citywide.
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