Greenpeace protesters arrested after boarding fishing trawler in Nelson
Greenpeace activists boarded the Talley’s vessel Amaltal Columbia at Nelson Port on Saturday morning to protest bottom trawling. The demonstration prevented the boat from leaving, resulting in the arrest of three protesters. Two of the individuals are scheduled to appear in a Dunedin court.
+15 outlets · Person in critical condition after sand dune collapse at Muriwai Beach
A person was airlifted to hospital in critical condition after becoming trapped under a collapsed sand dune at Muriwai Beach. Emergency services were called to the Auckland west coast location at approximately 5pm on Saturday.
4 outlets · One person critically injured in Taupō intersection crash
A two-vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of Broadlands Road and Off Road Highway near Taupō around 3.15pm. One person has been left with critical injuries, while others sustained serious and moderate injuries. Emergency services responded to the scene, and the road has been blocked.
3 outlets · Save the Children NZ calls for end to Gaza blockade
Save the Children New Zealand has urged an end to the Gaza blockade as medical teams face widespread hunger and disease. A United Nations-backed monitor has declared a famine in the area, where more than half of new and expectant mothers are reportedly malnourished.
3 outlets · Two dead and several injured in North Island crashes
Two people have died following separate crashes in Taranaki and Northland. Additionally, emergency services are responding to a serious two-car collision near Taupō that has resulted in multiple injuries.
4 outlets · Police seize five weapons in Levin following gang conflict warrant
Police have seized four firearms and one knife in Levin while investigating gang-related offending. The seizures follow a gang conflict warrant issued on 21 August after four firearms incidents occurred within four days.
3 outlets · Warriors face Titans in NRL clash on the Gold Coast
The NZ Warriors will play the Gold Coast Titans at Cbus Super Stadium on Saturday night. Rocco Berry is expected to return to the starting side following a shoulder injury. The Warriors aim to improve their recent record against the Titans.
2 outlets · Black Ferns reshuffle squad for Rugby World Cup opener against Spain
The Black Ferns have made significant changes to their lineup ahead of their opening Rugby World Cup match against Spain. The squad includes the return of four injured players and the elevation of veteran playmaker Kelly Brazier. The match is scheduled to take place at York Community Stadium on Monday 25 August.
2 outlets · Christchurch schools warned after man approaches female students
Police have sent written warnings to 11 schools in the Merivale and St Albans areas. This follows reports of an older man on a bicycle approaching female students on 4 August. The man allegedly offered cash in exchange for inappropriate favours.
2 outlets · Waikato wins Ranfurly Shield after late comeback against Taranaki
Waikato secured the Ranfurly Shield with a 23-22 victory over Taranaki at Yarrow Stadium on Saturday. A late penalty goal from Lima Sopoaga clinched the win, marking Waikato's first time holding the Log o' Wood since 2018.
2 outlets · Zoe Pedersen wins gold at junior world swimming championships
New Zealand swimmer Zoe Pedersen won the 50m butterfly at the World Aquatics junior swimming championships in Romania. The 18-year-old recorded a time of 25.63 seconds to secure the gold medal. She is only the second New Zealander to swim the event in under 26 seconds.
2 outlets · Wellington beret business faces closure after NZ Post US shipping halt
South Pacific Berets is facing potential closure after NZ Post suspended shipping to the United States due to tariffs. The Wellington-based business owner says the suspension occurred without warning and noted that approximately 90% of their customers are located in the US.
4 outlets · Criminologist questions effectiveness of proposed social media ban for under-16s
An Auckland-based criminologist has expressed concerns that New Zealand's proposed social media ban for children under 16 may not be effective. The proposal follows similar social media restrictions announced by Australia.
2 outlets · Thirty suppliers apply to deliver government school lunch programme
Thirty suppliers have applied to provide the Healthy School Lunches programme to non-intermediate primary schools next year. This follows a Cabinet decision to implement a cheaper $3-a-meal approach starting from 1 January 2026.
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