Saturday 6 September 2025
17 stories first reported this day, covered by two or more outlets
Oriini Kaipara wins Tāmaki Makaurau by-election
Te Pāti Māori candidate Oriini Kaipara has won the Tāmaki Makaurau by-election. Kaipara secured the seat after Labour's Peeni Henare conceded the race once the vote count reached 80 per cent. The by-election was held to fill the vacancy left by the passing of Takutai Tarsh Kemp.
+37 outlets · Family share new photo of missing Auckland woman
The family of Te Anihana Pomana has released a new photograph to assist in finding the 25-year-old, who has been missing since 21 August. She was last seen leaving the Sky City Hotel in Auckland CBD in all white clothing, leaving her belongings behind. Police do not suspect foul play.
+15 outlets · Former Labour minister Stuart Nash speaks at NZ First conference
Former Labour Cabinet minister Stuart Nash has addressed the New Zealand First annual conference, declaring his allegiance to the party. While not currently a member, Nash is pitching to become an MP and has not ruled out campaigning for the party at the next election.
4 outlets · Extra police deployed to Hawke's Bay following gang conflict
A gang conflict warrant was issued in Hawke's Bay following two serious assaults linked to gang tensions. While extra police are patrolling Napier, Hastings and Wairoa, a community leader suggests more officers may not address the underlying causes of the conflict. One man has already been arrested for weapon possession.
4 outlets · Huntly man built pipe bomb to scare off neighbours
A 76-year-old former quarry worker, Warren Lee, built a pipe bomb containing enough ammonia to damage everything within a 1km radius of his Huntly home. Lee reportedly constructed the device after his belongings were stolen and his car and home windows were smashed.
3 outlets · Canterbury win Ranfurly Shield from Southland in first defence
Canterbury defeated Southland 54-14 in Invercargill to claim the Ranfurly Shield. This loss ended Southland's six-day tenure, which was the shortest reign in the trophy's history. The Stags had previously won the Log o' Wood from Waikato six days earlier.
3 outlets · Government presents revised pay offer for primary school teachers
The Public Service Commission has issued a new salary offer for primary school teachers to address cost-of-living pressures. Sir Brian Roche stated the deal is strong and fair but noted the government has reached its fiscal limit with no further room for movement.
+15 outlets · All Blacks score early against Springboks at Eden Park
New Zealand took an early lead against South Africa in their Rugby Championship test match in Auckland. Emoni Narawa scored the opening try after catching a crossfield kick, which Beauden Barrett successfully converted.
2 outlets · Former Labour MP Stuart Nash speaks at NZ First annual meeting
Former Labour Party MP Stuart Nash was a guest speaker at the New Zealand First annual meeting. Nash addressed members amid rumours regarding a potential alignment with the party.
+15 outlets · All Blacks defeat South Africa to extend Eden Park winning streak
The All Blacks beat the Springboks 24-17 in an Auckland Rugby Championship match on Saturday night. The victory maintains New Zealand's 31-year unbeaten record at Eden Park. Emoni Narawa scored an early try following a crossfield kick.
2 outlets · Shane Jones criticises government managerialism at NZ First convention
NZ First MP Shane Jones says his party has struggled against managerialism within the Government. Speaking at the party's annual convention, Jones stated it was not feasible to wait for the Reserve Bank to improve their electoral prospects. The comments come as two former National and Labour MPs join NZ First.
2 outlets · Former National MP Harete Hipango joins New Zealand First
Harete Hipango, a former National Party MP for Whanganui, has joined New Zealand First. She is attending the party's annual conference in Palmerston North this weekend.
2 outlets · Air New Zealand passengers stranded in Wellington due to weather
Thunderstorms and strong winds caused dozens of Air New Zealand flight cancellations in Wellington on Friday night. The severe weather also resulted in parts of State Highway 2 being closed. Flights have since begun to resume as conditions change.
3 outlets · Winston Peters says fixing New Zealand will take time
At the New Zealand First annual convention in Palmerston North, leader Winston Peters stated that repairing the country will be a slow process. He criticised political parties for promising quick solutions during the 2023 election and predicted a massive political victory for his party next year.
2 outlets · Expert says doctors' rejection of binding arbitration was not surprising
The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists has rejected a request for binding arbitration from Health Minister Simeon Brown. An employment law expert noted the rejection was expected, while the association has accused the minister of illegal interference in the bargaining process.
2 outlets · Christchurch Hospital emergency department faces record patient numbers
Christchurch Hospital's emergency department is experiencing record numbers of patients due to winter illnesses. Senior doctors have described the situation as similar to a mass casualty event and previously considered using a tent to help triage patients.
2 outlets · Missing 14-year-old Auckland schoolgirl has been found
Fourteen-year-old Vera-Lee Rosandich, who was reported missing from her Oratia home in west Auckland, has been located. Police confirmed the teenager was found after she had disappeared from her bed overnight.
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