Green MP Benjamin Doyle resigns due to safety and wellbeing concerns
Green Party list MP Benjamin Doyle is stepping down from Parliament on 3 October. Doyle cited ongoing harassment, death threats, and concerns for their whānau as reasons for the resignation. The departure marks the loss of a third of the Green Party caucus.
+59 outlets · Police increase presence after attempted firebombing of Christchurch gang pad
Police will increase patrols around Christchurch and Wainoni following an attempted arson on Friday morning. Flammable projectiles were thrown at a gang property fence on Cuffs Rd at approximately 7.30am, causing minimal damage. Authorities are currently investigating the incident.
+26 outlets · Julia DeLuney sentenced to life for murdering her mother
Julia DeLuney has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of her 79-year-old mother, Helen Gregory. Following a guilty verdict in July, DeLuney was sentenced at the High Court in Wellington to serve a minimum of 18 years before being eligible for parole. The killing occurred at the victim's Khandallah home in January 2024.
+48 outlets · Auckland Transport to be stripped of most powers
Auckland Council will take responsibility for transport policy, planning, and road control as Auckland Transport shifts focus to public transport services. The government has unveiled legislation for these reforms, which are expected to be implemented within a year.
+37 outlets · Mother makes plea for missing woman Te Anihana Pomana
Te Anihana Beau Pomana, 25, has been missing for more than two weeks after leaving SkyCity in Auckland on 21 August. Her mother has made a public appeal for her daughter to return home safely. Police previously released footage of Pomana's last known movements.
+15 outlets · Police appeal for sightings of missing Waikato man
Police are urgently seeking information regarding 39-year-old Aydan Brown, who has been missing since August 17. He was last seen in the early hours of a Sunday on Snell Drive in Chartwell. Brown was believed to be driving a 2016 grey Mazda ute.
+15 outlets · Sealord proposes closing Nelson coated fish factory
Sealord has opened consultation on a proposal to close its coated fish factory in Nelson. The move could result in the loss of 79 permanent positions, including 57 factory roles and 22 management or office roles. The company stated the closure would not impact its canned tuna or deep sea fishing operations.
4 outlets · Extra police deployed to Hawke’s Bay after gang-related incidents
Additional officers are being sent to Hawke’s Bay following two serious gang-related incidents involving a shooting and an assault. Four people were injured, including two youths who sustained life-threatening injuries. Police are calling for calm as investigations continue into the attacks in the Napier and Hastings areas.
4 outlets · Car fire blocks southbound lanes on Auckland's Southern Motorway
A car fire occurred on southbound lanes of State Highway 1 near Grafton around 1pm on Friday. The incident has caused traffic delays and blocked lanes near the Grafton Road on-ramp. Police confirmed that no one was injured in the vehicle.
4 outlets · Man charged after two window washers allegedly stabbed in South Auckland
A man has been arrested following a disagreement between a motorist and two car window washers in central Manukau. The incident occurred Thursday evening at the intersection of Te Irirangi Drive and Great South Road. The two victims sustained moderate stab wounds.
4 outlets · Māori Queen delivers first public address at Koroneihana
Te Arikinui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po has given her first national address at Tūrangawaewae Marae. This speech breaks a year-long period of public silence observed following the death of her father, Kiingi Tuheitia.
3 outlets · Dam debate impacts Central Hawke’s Bay local elections
The proposed Tukituki Water Security Project at the Makaroro River is a key issue in the 2025 Central Hawke's Bay District Council elections. Two prominent figures with opposing views on the dam are both seeking seats on the council.
3 outlets · Eight Smiths City stores to hold liquidation sales
Eight of the nine Smiths City stores are reopening temporarily for liquidation sales following the retailer's entry into voluntary administration. Administrators say more than 21,000 items will be offered at significant discounts while stocks last.
3 outlets · Closing arguments heard in trial of sportsman accused of injuring baby
A Dunedin District Court has heard closing arguments in the trial of a prominent sportsman accused of breaking a baby's ribs and collarbone. The Crown alleges the injuries were caused by the defendant squeezing the infant in frustration, while the defence has dismissed the accusations as rubbish.
+15 outlets · Police pursuit across Auckland ends with arrests at LynnMall
A police pursuit that began in Māngere Bridge following a family harm report ended at LynnMall in New Lynn on Friday morning. The incident involved a vehicle striking a police car and two other motorists. Police have arrested at least one person and inquiries are ongoing.
3 outlets · Sonny Chin sentenced to home detention for indecent assault
Sonny Hang Chin has been sentenced to four months of home detention in the Dunedin District Court. The 67-to-68-year-old healer pleaded guilty to indecently assaulting a client seeking help for back pain.
3 outlets · Severe weather hits Wellington and South Island with wind and rain
High winds, heavy rain, and thunderstorms have impacted the Wellington region, including a lightning strike on a block of flats in Mt Victoria. Severe weather advisories are also in place for the South Island, with warnings for strong winds and snow on several roads.
4 outlets · Defence Force appeals sentence for soldier guilty of attempted espionage
The New Zealand Defence Force is appealing a two-year military detention sentence handed to a soldier for attempted espionage. The Defence Force described the current sentence as manifestly inadequate. The soldier, whose name remains suppressed, pleaded guilty to three charges following a string operation.
3 outlets · One person dead in two-vehicle crash near Allanton
One person has died and another sustained moderate injuries following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 near Allanton on Thursday afternoon. The Serious Crash Unit attended the scene, and the road has since reopened.
3 outlets · Charges dismissed against officer accused of helping Mama Hooch family
A police officer has had charges dismissed after being accused of accessing a national intelligence database to help the family of Danny and Roberto Jaz. The Jaz brothers were convicted of drugging and violating more than 20 women at Mama Hooch and Venuti between 2015 and 2018.
4 outlets · David Seymour leads Parnell meeting regarding high-rise zoning plans
Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour addressed a meeting in Parnell regarding proposed urban intensification. He warned that introducing 15-storey towers could overwhelm local infrastructure, despite supporting high-rise developments near transport hubs.
2 outlets · David Seymour criticises motorist after video shows him overtaking on SH1
Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has criticised a driver who filmed him overtaking on Auckland's State Highway 1. The video, shared on Reddit, shows an ACT Party branded vehicle accelerating past a motorist in the right-hand lane. The footage shows the car's speedometer reaching just under 110km/h.
2 outlets · Deportation law changes respond to Mama Hooch rapists, says Stanford
Immigration Minister Erica Stanford stated that proposed changes to deportation laws are a response to the convicted Mama Hooch serial rapists. The Jaz brothers were convicted in 2023 for drugging and violating more than 20 women between 2015 and 2018.
4 outlets · Riverton pāua shell requires further repairs after recent refurbishment
The large pāua shell at Kohikohi Park in Riverton/Aparima needs additional work to fix small cracks and peeling. This follows a major refurbishment completed just one year ago. The unexpected repairs are estimated to cost $15,000.
3 outlets · Union rejects minister's call for binding arbitration in doctors' dispute
The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists has refused Health Minister Simeon Brown's request for binding arbitration to settle a dispute with Health New Zealand. The union described the minister's proposal as misinformed and accused him of illegal interference in the bargaining process.
3 outlets · Christchurch mother sets world record running barefoot over Lego bricks
Gabrielle Wall has broken the Guinness World Record for the fastest 100m barefoot run over Lego bricks. The Christchurch mother of two completed the challenge in 24.75 seconds in January. The feat required nearly 300kg of Lego bricks.
2 outlets · Ross Taylor comes out of retirement to play for Samoa
Former Black Caps player Luteru Ross Poutoa Lote Taylor is returning to international cricket to represent Samoa. He aims to help his mother's birth country qualify for next year's T20 World Cup and is expected to join the team later this month.
2 outlets · Sixteen-year-old girl missing from Auckland's Dairy Flat
Police are searching for Alyssa, a 16-year-old girl missing from the Dairy Flat area. She was last seen on Thursday afternoon wearing a maroon hoodie with a white zip. Alyssa is described as being between 160cm and 170cm tall with brown hair and green eyes.
2 outlets · New Zealand to see lunar and solar eclipses this month
A total lunar eclipse will be visible across New Zealand in the early hours of Monday, 8 September. This event will turn the moon a deep red colour. A rare partial solar eclipse is also expected to occur on 22 September.
2 outlets · Government outlines plan to support people sleeping rough
Housing Minister Chris Bishop has announced measures to help rough sleepers transition into social housing. The plan includes expanding Housing First and boosting support services following reports showing a sharp increase in homelessness across New Zealand.
2 outlets · Auckland Museum proposes cutting up to 30 jobs
Auckland Museum is consulting staff regarding a proposal to reduce up to 30 roles. The venue faces financial pressures caused by a 10 per cent drop in visitor numbers and remediation costs of up to $10 million following the discovery of asbestos.
2 outlets · Large gang presence expected on Auckland roads for funeral
Police are monitoring Auckland roads as hundreds of gang members are expected to travel for the funeral of King Cobras leader Ulaiasi Pulete. The service is being held at a funeral home in Henderson following Pulete's death last week.
2 outlets · Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani dies aged 91
The Armani Group has announced the death of designer Giorgio Armani at the age of 91. The fashion icon was known for dressing Hollywood stars and leading a company with an annual turnover of approximately 2.3 billion euros.
2 outlets · Road closed in Hastings after serious incident leaves three injured
Police closed Omahu Road in Hastings early this morning following a serious incident. One person is in critical condition and two others have sustained serious injuries. Authorities are currently investigating the incident, which police say was not a crash.
2 outlets · Nelson residents return home after bomb squad callout ends without threat
Evacuation cordons were lifted in Nelson South early Friday morning after an item was found to be safe. Police were called to a Waimea Road address on Thursday evening, prompting a New Zealand Defence Force explosive ordnance disposal team to assess the situation.
2 outlets · Luxon calls for more rural land for Auckland housing
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has supported opening up more rural land for housing in response to Auckland's intensification plans. This comes amid debates regarding the city's zoning policy and infrastructure concerns.
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