Government to investigate rules restricting events at Eden Park
Ministers will investigate whether current planning rules and red tape are limiting the economic potential of Auckland's Eden Park. The inquiry will look at restrictions, such as the limit of 12 concerts per year, to see if changes could boost tourism and job growth.
+15 outlets · Prime Minister expects inquiry into Tom Phillips case handling
Christopher Luxon says an inquiry is expected into how government agencies handled the search for Tom Phillips. Phillips died in a shootout with police in the western Waikato last Monday after nearly four years on the run. The Prime Minister noted that several questions regarding the case need to be answered.
+15 outlets · Accused woman's spending surged after husband's death, court hears
A forensic accountant told the Auckland High Court that Hakyung Lee's credit card spending increased by 1397% following her husband's death. Lee faces two murder charges regarding the 2018 deaths of her children, Yuna and Minu Jo, whose bodies were found in suitcases.
+15 outlets · Christchurch pair receive extra jail time for tax fraud
Marlanna Harris and Richard Rapana have had their prison sentences extended following a large-scale tax fraud investigation. The pair admitted to obtaining over $115,000 in illegitimate payments through income tax refunds, student loans, and Working for Families entitlements between 2019 and 2022.
4 outlets · Three inmates charged after serious assault at Auckland Prison
Three men have been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm following an assault at Auckland Prison on 19 August. The victim sustained critical injuries and remains in hospital. The accused, aged 27, 29 and 42, are due to appear in court on 16 September.
4 outlets · Police seek witnesses after fatal crash near Palmerston North
A person was found dead near an overturned vehicle on Hansens Line in Newbury on Sunday. Police believe the crash occurred shortly after 3am, though emergency services were notified around 9am. Authorities are looking for witnesses who saw two vehicles travelling together at the time.
4 outlets · Fourteen players named for Silver Ferns series against South Africa
A 14-player Silver Ferns squad has been selected for the Taini Jamison Series against South Africa. Interim coach Yvette McCausland-Durie, who takes over following the standing down of Dame Noeline Taurua, plans to use rotating captains during the series.
3 outlets · Christian clergy protest at ministers' offices over Gaza sanctions
Christian leaders have staged protests at the Auckland and Wellington offices of National Party ministers. The group, who have been fasting and chaining themselves to doors, are calling for New Zealand to sanction Israel and recognise Palestine. Some protesters have invited Finance Minister Nicola Willis to join them for communion.
3 outlets · Thousands march in Wellington to mark 50 years of Māori Language Week
Thousands of people participated in a hīkoi along Wellington's waterfront on Monday to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori. The parade included students, teachers, and whānau marking the milestone anniversary of the language week.
3 outlets · Defence claims Loafers Lodge accused was insane during fatal fire
A psychiatrist has told a High Court jury that the 50-year-old man accused of murdering five people in the Loafers Lodge fire was insane at the time. The defendant, whose identity is suppressed, denies the charges and has previously been jailed for an assault involving a weapon.
+26 outlets · Coroner releases findings into fatal Waitara River jet ski accident
Coroner Heidi Wrigley has released findings regarding the 2021 death of Tira Wilson, who hit a bridge support while being towed on a sea biscuit. The coroner identified jet ski speed as the key factor and recommended installing signs to encourage travelling slower than five knots near structures.
+15 outlets · Partial solar eclipse to be visible across New Zealand next week
A partial solar eclipse will be visible across New Zealand in the early morning on Monday, 22 September. The event will only be visible in a small number of countries, with Aucklanders expected to see approximately 60% of the sun covered.
+15 outlets · Government deliberates on whether to recognise Palestine
Cabinet has reached a preliminary decision regarding the diplomatic recognition of Palestine. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has declined to disclose the outcome, stating that Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters will announce the Government's position at a United Nations meeting in New York.
3 outlets · Prime Minister considers Family Court inclusion in Tom Phillips inquiry
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is open to including the Family Court in a potential government inquiry regarding the Tom Phillips case. This follows the death of Phillips during a police shootout on 8 September. A psychotherapist has also suggested the lifestyle Phillips maintained with his children may have shown cult-like characteristics.
3 outlets · Assistant Police Commissioner Paul Basham retires after 40 years
Assistant Commissioner of Investigations Paul Basham has reportedly retired after 40 years of service. His departure follows the recent retirement of Deputy Police Commissioner Tania Kura. Basham has been with the police since 1985.
+26 outlets · One person dies after truck and car collide in Mt Wellington
One person has died following a two-vehicle crash involving a truck and a car in Mount Wellington. Emergency services were called to the intersection of Morrin and Fraser Roads at approximately 9:10am. While three people were taken to hospital, one person has since died from their injuries.
3 outlets · Clergy hold sit-ins at ministers' offices over Gaza
Christian priests and pastors are protesting at the offices of Nicola Willis and Simeon Brown in Wellington and Auckland. The demonstrators are calling for government action regarding Israel. Police monitored the protest at the Pakuranga office and served five trespass notices after the group left without incident.
3 outlets · Police investigate unexplained death of man at Hawke’s Bay prison
Police are investigating the death of a man at Hawke’s Bay Regional Prison following an incident on Sunday. The man was found alone in his cell and could not be revived by staff. Officers were called to the facility west of Hastings at approximately 12.45pm.
3 outlets · Emergency set net fishing ban imposed to protect Otago penguins
Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones has ordered an immediate three-month ban on set-net fishing around the Otago Peninsula. The emergency measure aims to protect the endangered yellow-eyed penguin (hoiho) population following urgent calls from conservation groups.
+15 outlets · Blood cancer patients claim government is breaking drug funding promises
Patients and families are calling on the National government to fulfil election campaign pledges to close the medicine gap. They claim the government has failed to provide promised life-saving drugs for blood cancer, forcing some to fundraise or seek treatment overseas.
3 outlets · Talley’s begins High Court defamation case against TVNZ
Talley’s has commenced a defamation trial in the Auckland High Court against TVNZ and reporter Thomas Mead. The food company alleges it suffered reputational damage and lost income following reports regarding health and safety concerns. TVNZ maintains that its reporting between 2021 and 2022 was truthful and responsible.
2 outlets · Child injured after being hit by truck in Halswell
A child was taken to hospital after being struck by a truck during the morning school rush in Christchurch. Emergency services attended the collision at the intersection of Sparks and Halswell roads around 8:18am on Monday. Police, Fire and Emergency, and St John responded to the incident.
2 outlets · Wellington falls to bottom of regional economic scoreboard
Wellington has dropped to the lowest position in ASB's latest regional economic scorecard. While Bay of Plenty claimed the top spot following a strong kiwifruit season, economists expect Wellington's recovery to be the slowest among the hubs.
3 outlets · Noah Hotham ruled out of Rugby Championship with broken leg
All Blacks half-back Noah Hotham has undergone surgery for a fractured fibula. The injury occurred during the match against the Springboks in Wellington. Hotham will miss the remainder of the Rugby Championship.
2 outlets · Health NZ Southern failed cancer patient, commissioner finds
The Health and Disability Commissioner found that Health NZ Southern failed a man, referred to as Mr A, by not providing timely specialist appointments and treatment. The delays in accessing palliative chemotherapy and radiation therapy affected his quality of life before he died in August 2025.
3 outlets · Police appeal for sightings of missing 15-year-old in Whangārei
Police are searching for Krishjarn, a 15-year-old girl reported missing from her Kensington home on 10 September. She was last seen by family five days ago, which officials say is unusual. Senior Sergeant Steve Dickson stated she could be anywhere in the Whangārei area.
2 outlets · Man charged after alleged theft of tools from Auckland trade stores
A 38-year-old man faces court after allegedly stealing between $14,000 and $15,000 worth of tools and equipment from various trade stores in Counties Manukau. Police took the man into custody following a shoplifting incident at Bunnings Manukau earlier this month.
2 outlets · Police seize $680,000 in assets from New Plymouth drug offender
Police have seized approximately $680,000 in assets, including cash and property, from Marlon John Bird. The seizure follows Bird's conviction for drug manufacturing and supply. The High Court at New Plymouth ordered the handover of the assets, which include a car and $56,000 in cash found at a property.
2 outlets · Police name 19-year-old killed in Bluff Highway crash
Southland Police have identified Caleb Wilson Moss, 19, as the victim of a fatal two-vehicle crash. The incident occurred near the intersection of State Highway 1 and Kew Road at approximately 6am on Thursday, 11 September.
2 outlets · Wet weather and strong winds forecast to return from Wednesday
MetService is forecasting rain and strengthening winds for much of the country starting Wednesday. A weather system moving up the South Island is expected to bring these conditions during the second half of the week, following a period of sunny skies.
2 outlets · Health NZ criticised after hospital delay jeopardised teenager's teeth
A 14-year-old cyclist nearly lost five front teeth after crashing into a parked car. Health NZ has been asked to apologise because doctors reportedly missed the best opportunity to reattach the teeth due to delays. The accident also caused internal bleeding in the boy's head.
4 outlets · Man arrested for alleged $90,000 retail crime in Auckland
A 25-year-old man has been arrested following a police operation at Lynnmall in West Auckland. He faces 26 shoplifting charges and two burglary charges related to incidents in Mt Albert, Henderson, and New Lynn. The man has been remanded in custody and will appear in Waitākere District Court next week.
2 outlets · Ryman Healthcare abandons planned Christchurch retirement village project
Ryman Healthcare has cancelled plans to develop a retirement village on Park Terrace in central Christchurch. The project, which was valued at between $240 million and $248 million, was intended to feature multiple buildings up to seven storeys high. The company is now marketing the land for sale.
2 outlets · Spark and One NZ launch real-time mobile outage service
Spark and One NZ have introduced a service that displays mobile network outages across New Zealand in real time. The tool can also show planned outages up to two weeks ahead. Police Minister Mark Mitchell has welcomed the development, which is believed to be a world first.
3 outlets · All Blacks suffer record defeat against Springboks in Wellington
The All Blacks fell to a 43-10 loss against the Springboks in Wellington, marking their heaviest defeat in history. Former winger Jeff Wilson noted that the team conceded 36 points in the second half and compared the performance to the 1999 Rugby World Cup semi-final loss to France.
2 outlets · Shane Jones dismisses concerns over Wellington gold exploration bids
Resources Minister Shane Jones has downplayed opposition to prospecting permits lodged in the Long Gully area near Zealandia. He described the applications as hobby fossicking rather than large-scale extraction and criticised the backlash as woke hyperventilation.
2 outlets · Voting opens for the 20th Bird of the Year competition
Voting has officially opened for the Bird of the Year competition, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The election remains open until 28 September and has previously seen significant surges in participation.
4 outlets · New funding package to bring superstar acts back to New Zealand
A veteran music promoter says a government funding package will help bring major events back to New Zealand. The coalition is providing up to $70 million, including $45 million in new funding, to support the tourism and events sectors.
2 outlets · Economists forecast New Zealand economy contracted in June quarter
New Zealand's GDP data for the June quarter is expected to show an economic contraction of up to 0.5 percent. Economists suggest the economy stalled due to cautious consumer spending and job security concerns. While a rebound was previously expected sooner, forecasts for recovery have been pushed out to 2026.
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