Man found with serious unexplained injuries near Queenstown
Police are investigating after a man was found with serious, unexplained injuries at the intersection of Moke Lake Road and Glenorchy-Queenstown Road on Sunday evening. Officers are exploring whether the man was injured elsewhere and moved to the location. The man was taken to Dunedin Hospital.
+37 outlets · Strong winds cause widespread power outages in upper North Island
High winds caused significant damage to trees and power lines across the Coromandel Peninsula and western Bay of Plenty over the weekend. While thousands were initially without electricity, Powerco reported that 1,694 customers remained without power by Monday morning.
+15 outlets · Government announces $70 million package to boost events and tourism
The government has unveiled a $70 million investment to support New Zealand's tourism and events sectors. The funding, which will be rolled out over two years, includes $40 million to secure large-scale international events from 2026. The initiative aims to attract global acts and drive regional visitor growth.
+26 outlets · Springboks hand All Blacks heaviest defeat in history
The Springboks defeated the All Blacks 43-10 in Wellington on Saturday night. Despite leading 10-7 at halftime, the All Blacks conceded 36 unanswered points in the second half. Head coach Scott Robertson is searching for answers following this record loss.
4 outlets · Black Ferns advance to Rugby World Cup semifinals
The Black Ferns defeated South Africa in their Rugby World Cup quarter-final in Exeter. After a tightly contested first half, New Zealand secured the win with a dominant second-half performance. Reports indicate the final score was between 46-17 and 47-17.
3 outlets · Health NZ to expand hospital visiting hours to 24/7 nationwide
Health New Zealand is gradually rolling out a national policy to allow family members to stay with patients around the clock. While Health NZ states the move values family support, the nurses union suggests the change may be a response to staffing shortages.
+48 outlets · Queenstown hotelier fined for illegal crayfish trips
Rees Management Limited was fined $22,000 for illegally selling recreationally caught crayfish during luxury helicopter trips. The business provided guests with photo opportunities while a diver collected the maximum recreational limit. The hotelier also failed to maintain required records for the excursions.
+15 outlets · Five people confirmed safe after emergency callout at Roaring Meg
Emergency services responded to reports of a kayaker and four bodyboarders in distress in the water at Roaring Meg near Cromwell on Sunday afternoon. All five individuals have since been confirmed safe and well.
3 outlets · Tugboat reaches oil and chemical tanker stuck near Stewart Island
The MMA Vision tugboat has reached the Golden Mind, an oil and chemical tanker that lost steering west of Stewart Island last Wednesday. Maritime NZ reports that the ship's crew is safe and no distress calls were made. Weather conditions will determine when the two vessels can connect.
+15 outlets · NZ police join Australian manhunt for alleged cop killer
Eleven New Zealand police officers have been deployed to Victoria to assist in the search for Dezi Freeman. The operation, described as Australia's largest tactical police operation, involves hundreds of officers searching for the accused killer in various terrains.
2 outlets · Air New Zealand flight returns to Auckland after failed Dunedin landing
Air New Zealand flight NZ676 attempted to land in Dunedin on Saturday but was forced to return to Auckland due to significant windshear. The flight diversion occurred during the strongest winds recorded in Dunedin this year. Passengers are being re-accommodated on subsequent flights.
2 outlets · Warriors eliminated from NRL finals after loss to Penrith Panthers
The NZ Warriors were knocked out of the NRL finals on Saturday following a 24-8 defeat to the Penrith Panthers at Go Media Stadium. Coach Andrew Webster suggested the team is missing a final ingredient to become title contenders despite the competitive performance.
2 outlets · Wayne Brown holds commanding lead in Auckland mayoral polling
A new Freshwater Strategy survey shows incumbent Mayor Wayne Brown holds a significant lead, with nearly two-thirds of likely voters intending to back him. His closest rivals, including councillor Kerrin Leoni, are currently trailing behind in the polling results.
1 outlet · Statue unveiled in Thames to honour Battle of Britain commander
A statue and a replica Hurricane fighter plane have been unveiled in Thames to honour Sir Keith Park. The New Zealand-born Royal Air Force commander was credited with developing key strategies during the 1940 Battle of Britain. The ceremony was attended by family, local dignitaries, and community members.
3 outlets · Auckland landlord faces debt after tenant leaves property damaged
Fiona McLaren is facing significant debt and stress after a tenant left her property with $14,000 in damages and $9,000 in unpaid rent. Although the Tenancy Tribunal ordered the tenant to pay over $13,000 for repairs, cleaning, and rent, McLaren is doubtful she will recover the funds.
3 outlets · Better Wellington deletes post comparing councillor to alleged killer
A social media post by the group Better Wellington has been deleted after comparing Green councillor Rebecca Matthews to the person who shot American commentator Charlie Kirk. Matthews described the post, which also called her an extreme communist, as hyperbolic and dangerous.
2 outlets · Canterbury defends Ranfurly Shield against Tasman
Canterbury is defending the Ranfurly Shield against Tasman in a match between the unbeaten red-and-blacks and their Crusaders rivals. The Shield was recently won by Canterbury following a defeat of Southland in Invercargill.
2 outlets · Five trampers rescued after getting lost near Middlemarch
Five young adults were rescued by local farmers and police search and rescue after getting lost in Otago on Saturday. The group was caught in snow, rain and gale-force winds without adequate clothing or supplies. Police said the group was fortunate to avoid a tragic situation.
2 outlets · Serious single-vehicle crash closes Hansens Line in Newbury
Emergency services are responding to a serious single-vehicle crash on Hansens Line in Newbury, Manawatū. Police were called to the scene around 9am on Sunday. The road is currently closed and motorists are advised to avoid the area.
3 outlets · Real Housewives star Anne Batley-Burton to run for local board
Former Real Housewives of Auckland star Anne Batley-Burton is contesting a seat on the Waitematā Local Board. Running on the Communities & Residents ticket, she aims to address issues within her Auckland community in the upcoming elections.
2 outlets · Andrew Little leads in Wellington mayoral poll
A new Q+A Verian poll shows Labour candidate Andrew Little holds 58% of first preference votes in the Wellington mayoral race. He leads following the withdrawal of incumbent Tory Whanau, while Ray Chung and Karl Tiefenbacher trail at 16% and 10% respectively.
2 outlets · Tom Phillips' four-year flight from authorities ends in King Country
The search for fugitive Tom Phillips ended following an explosive incident on a gravel road near Waitomo earlier this week. The case, which has drawn significant international attention, has raised questions regarding the public interest and the impact on the children involved.
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