Foreign investors with residence visas allowed to buy New Zealand homes
The Government has announced an exemption to the foreign buyers' ban for wealthy investors holding an investor residence visa. These individuals will be permitted to buy or build a home with a minimum value of $5 million to encourage economic investment.
+26 outlets · Man arrested after shots fired at police in Palmerston North
A 20-year-old man is in custody following two separate incidents where shots were fired at police in Palmerston North over the last 48 hours. The most recent shooting occurred early Monday morning during a vehicle pursuit on Highbury Ave. The man faces charges including using a firearm against a law enforcement officer.
+15 outlets · Driver faces enforcement action after near-miss with child in Christchurch
A driver of a grey SUV has come forward to police after video footage showed them turning through a red arrow and narrowly missing a child. The incident occurred at a Christchurch intersection while the pedestrian signal was green. Police stated the driver showed genuine remorse and has been dealt with through enforcement action.
+15 outlets · Auckland woman dies after breathing tube mistakenly placed in oesophagus
A 73-year-old woman died after a breathing tube was incorrectly inserted into her oesophagus instead of her trachea during a 2021 surgery in Auckland. The Health and Disability Commissioner found that the error went unnoticed for 17 minutes, resulting in an unsurvivable brain injury.
+15 outlets · Man arrested for allegedly spitting at people on Auckland's North Shore
A 40-year-old Belmont man has been arrested and charged with assault following allegations of spitting at people in Devonport and Bayswater. Police say the man was located on Wairoa Road and allegedly attempted to spit at officers during his arrest. He is due to appear in the North Shore District Court on Tuesday.
4 outlets · Person seriously injured in incident involving a horse in Loburn
A person was seriously injured during an incident involving a horse on a North Canterbury farm on Monday morning. Emergency services responded to Traceys Road in Loburn, where the individual was airlifted to Christchurch Hospital.
4 outlets · CCTV footage shown in Loafers Lodge murder trial
A High Court jury in Wellington has viewed CCTV footage appearing to show a 50-year-old man lighting the fatal Loafers Lodge fire in May 2023. The man, who has name suppression, denies killing five people. His lawyer has revealed that the accused suffers from paranoid schizophrenia.
+37 outlets · Health NZ plans more part-time graduate nurse roles and less training
A leaked document reveals Health NZ intends to increase part-time employment for graduate nurses while reducing on-the-job training. While Health NZ describes the move as providing flexible job options, the country's largest nurses' union has accused the organisation of cost-cutting.
+37 outlets · Māori Queen's first Koroneihana celebrations begin at Turangawaewae Marae
Te Arikinui Kuini Ngawai hono i te po will mark her first Koroneihana anniversary this week at Turangawaewae Marae in Ngāruawāhia. The week-long event follows the passing of her father, Kiingi Tuheitia, and will include kapa haka and a formal address.
4 outlets · Auckland record store Marbecks to close physical shop and move online
Marbecks will close its Queens Arcade location in Auckland after more than 90 years of operation. The specialist music retailer plans to transition to an online-only business model starting on 31 October.
3 outlets · Jetstar fined $2.25 million for misleading customers about compensation
Jetstar has been fined $2.25 million in the Auckland District Court for misleading passengers regarding compensation rights. The airline faced over 20 charges related to how it communicated entitlements following flight delays or cancellations within its control.
3 outlets · Police seek information after man's body found on Fitzroy Beach
A man's body was discovered on the shoreline of Fitzroy Beach in New Plymouth around 6.50am on Monday. The deceased is described as being in his 50s with a thin build and a white beard. He was wearing a high-vis shirt and black sweatpants.
3 outlets · Calls for compulsory language study as enrolments hit historic lows
Educators and experts are calling for second-language learning to be mandatory from intermediate school. This follows a report released during New Zealand Chinese Language Week showing that language enrolments are currently lower than they were in the 1930s.
4 outlets · Government provides $30 million in loans to support regional airlines
The Government will provide up to $30 million in concessionary loans from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to support small passenger airlines. This one-off measure aims to stabilise the sector and prevent the loss of vital regional air routes due to rising costs.
3 outlets · One person dies in single-vehicle crash in Paremata
A person has died following a single-vehicle crash at the intersection of Paremata Road and State Highway 59 on Monday. Emergency services were called to the scene around 1:15pm, and the individual died while being transported to hospital. Paremata Road has since reopened.
2 outlets · Roigard and Tavatavanawai ruled out of Springboks tests
Halfback Cam Roigard and midfield back Timoci Tavatavanawai will miss the All Blacks' home tests against the Springboks due to injury. Roigard is recovering from a stress fracture in his foot, while Tavatavanawai has been sidelined for 12 weeks with a broken arm. Leicester Fainga'anuku has been called into the squad ahead of the Eden Park match.
2 outlets · Man arrested in Dunedin while wearing stolen hoodie
A 39-year-old man was arrested on Saturday afternoon in central Dunedin after being seen acting disorderly. Police say the man was wearing a hoodie with the price tag still attached, allegedly stolen from one of five businesses he is suspected of shoplifting from.
2 outlets · Rabbit infestation at Okere Falls property raises pest control questions
A property owner in Okere Falls has reported a rabbit plague causing garden damage and burrow holes. The situation has raised questions regarding which organisations are responsible for pest control in the region after attempts to contact neighbouring landowners and public organisations proved difficult.
4 outlets · Firefighters attend over 100 weather-related callouts in upper North Island
Strong winds and heavy rain battered the upper North Island overnight, causing trees and powerlines to fall. Firefighters responded to at least 114 callouts across Auckland, Waikato, and the Bay of Plenty, including incidents involving lifted roofing and trampolines.
3 outlets · Plans revealed for $200m Canterbury equine and training centre
The Southern Parallel Equine Centre at Lake Hood is expected to open in late 2027. Construction for the $200 million project is scheduled to begin in mid-2026. The development will also include the Southern Parallel Life Skills Academy.
3 outlets · Security technician loses licence after sharing viral CCTV footage
Matthew Armitage has lost his Certificate of Approval after accessing and sharing footage of a serious workplace accident without permission. The video went viral on social media, causing reputational damage to his former employer, their client, and the injured contractor.
2 outlets · Springboks aim for rare win against All Blacks in Auckland
South Africa's Springboks will face the All Blacks at Eden Park this Saturday. Coach Rassie Erasmus has urged fans not to panic following New Zealand's recent loss to Argentina, noting the All Blacks remain the top team.
2 outlets · Dunedin students say Tenancy Tribunal is not fit for purpose
University students in Dunedin claim the Tenancy Tribunal is inadequate for resolving disputes with landlords. Issues include the condition of flats and the withholding of bonds. One student reported needing parental assistance to successfully win a recent case.
2 outlets · Former prime ministers to attend military parade in Beijing
Former New Zealand Prime Ministers Helen Clark and John Key are scheduled to attend a major military parade in Beijing. They will join Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to commemorate the World Anti-Fascist War.
2 outlets · Health NZ acted unlawfully in refusing to release staffing data
Chief Ombudsman John Allen found Health NZ acted unlawfully by refusing to release information regarding hospital staffing levels. The nurses' union claims the agency's delay was politically motivated to suppress data showing more than a third of shifts were under-staffed.
2 outlets · High Court dismisses challenge to demolish Wellington City to Sea Bridge
The High Court has dismissed a judicial review brought by the Wellington Civic Trust regarding the planned demolition of the City to Sea Bridge. The council's decision to remove the structure, which connects Civic Square to the waterfront, was upheld by the judge.
2 outlets · Aurora Australis could be visible in New Zealand this week
Experts suggest the Aurora Australis may be visible in New Zealand starting Monday night. While a possible auroral storm warning has been issued, cloud cover and rain may obscure the view on the South Island's west coast.
2 outlets · Police investigating online death threats against Grey District Council members
Police have been called following online messages containing threats of assassination and torture directed at councillors. The Grey District Council chief executive condemned the messages, which appeared on community forums amid heated discussions regarding rates and water charges.
3 outlets · Court of Appeal rejects Miles McKelvy's bid to avoid US extradition
Miles McKelvy has failed in a second attempt to avoid being extradited to the United States. The Court of Appeal found the New Zealand fraudster was a central member of a conspiracy to traffic 400kg of cocaine. He was arrested in 2020 following police raids in Romania.
2 outlets · Portia Woodman-Wickliffe scores 50th try as Black Ferns beat Japan
The Black Ferns defeated Japan 62-19 in Exeter to secure two wins from two matches at the Rugby World Cup. Portia Woodman-Wickliffe became New Zealand's highest outright try-scorer in test rugby during the match. The team now heads to Brighton to compete for top seeding in Pool C.
2 outlets · Truck driver was using phone during fatal Blenheim crash
A truck driver was on his mobile phone when he crashed into the rear of a van on State Highway 1 near Blenheim last year. The accident killed RSE worker Kaiea Taubakoa and injured several other workers who were travelling to prune grapes.
3 outlets · Wedding venue ordered to refund couple's $23,000 deposit
The Disputes Tribunal has ordered a wedding venue to repay a couple $23,685 plus interest. The venue had previously refused to return the deposit, claiming the funds were stolen in a burglary shortly after they were provided. The owner had also accused the couple of being unable to hold their wedding without paying again.
3 outlets · Christchurch retirement village bans alcohol in common areas
Condell Retirement Village in Christchurch has prohibited alcohol in common areas following an incident at a 2023 Christmas Day barbecue. The decision follows a dispute involving the Retirement Commission, which included allegations of bullying and elder abuse.
2 outlets · Kiwis remain confident about buying homes despite slowing market
According to the latest ASB Housing Confidence Survey, 26% of New Zealanders believe now is a good time to purchase a home. While buyer sentiment is mixed across the country, expectations for further interest rate cuts have declined.
2 outlets · Woman arrested after allegedly throwing rock through neighbour's window in Dunedin
A 45-year-old woman was arrested following a dispute in the Dunedin suburb of Brockville on Saturday afternoon. Police were called to the scene around 5.30pm after a 20-year-old man reported that a rock had been thrown through his lounge window.
2 outlets · Registrations open for Southern Cross Round the Bays fun run series
Registration for the Southern Cross Round the Bays three-city series opens on Monday. The annual fun run events are scheduled to take place in February and March next year, featuring an Elemental theme. The series includes a stop in Ōtautahi Christchurch following its 2025 debut.
2 outlets · Man charged with arson after Auckland internet cafe fire
A 37-year-old man has been charged with arson following a fire at E-Force Internet Cafe in Grafton. Police were called to the City Road business shortly after 2am on Monday. Three people required treatment for smoke inhalation during the incident.
2 outlets · Whangārei man identified following fatal Northland crash
Police have named 36-year-old Don Craig Tataurangi, who died after a serious crash in Ngararatunua on 22 August. The Whangārei man passed away one day after the incident. Inquiries into the crash are ongoing.
2 outlets · Prime Minister criticises Reserve Bank following chairman's resignation
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has criticised the Reserve Bank and its former chairman, Neil Quigley, following Quigley's resignation. This follows the departure of governor Adrian Orr earlier this year. Luxon stated that Quigley's decision to step down was correct to avoid further reputational damage.
2 outlets · New Zealand property listings increase by 9% in August
New property listings rose to 8,769 in August, a 9% increase compared to the same month last year. Data shows the Bay of Plenty saw the highest growth, while asking prices also rose by 1.7%. The influx of homes comes alongside lower interest rates.
4 outlets · Liam Lawson misses points after late collision at Dutch Grand Prix
New Zealander Liam Lawson dropped to 12th place following a late collision during the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix. Lawson was running in seventh position and challenging for a career-best finish before the incident. Oscar Piastri won the race.
2 outlets · Fertiliser company warned 80 times before worker death
A major fertiliser company received 80 warnings in a single report regarding conveyor belt safety standards months before a fatality. Wesley Tomich died in July 2023 after falling onto a poorly guarded belt at the Ballance Agri-Nutrients plant in Mt Maunganui. A WorkSafe report has recently been released regarding the incident.
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