Homicide investigation launched after man dies following Te Puke shooting
Police have launched a homicide investigation after a man died in hospital following a shooting in Te Puke on Saturday. The victim was admitted with critical gunshot wounds around 10.30am. Authorities are now appealing for CCTV or dashcam footage from the Manoeka area recorded between 10am and 11am on Saturday.
+15 outlets · One person dies in single-vehicle crash near Morrinsville
One person was found dead following a single-vehicle crash on Matuku Road in Morrinsville around 2.45am on Sunday. The car reportedly flipped into a paddock. The road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene, and motorists are advised to avoid the area.
+15 outlets · Teen arrested in Dunedin over Wellington mosque bomb threat
An 18-year-old man has been arrested in Dunedin following an online bomb threat directed at the Kilbirnie Masjid in Wellington on Thursday. The man has been charged with causing harm by posting digital communication and is due to appear in Dunedin District Court on 27 October.
4 outlets · Man arrested after police pursuit through West Auckland
A 33-year-old man was arrested in Henderson following a police pursuit through West Auckland on Sunday. Police received reports of a vehicle being driven erratically in Westgate with a firearm visible inside. The chase involved ground units and an Eagle helicopter before the vehicle was stopped using road spikes.
4 outlets · One person dead and another seriously injured in Waiheke Island crash
One person died and another was seriously injured after a three-wheeled motorbike hit a tree on Ocean View Road, Oneroa. Emergency services attended the accident just before 2pm on Sunday. The injured person was airlifted to hospital, and a section of the road has been closed.
4 outlets · Fabio Wardley defeats Joseph Parker in London heavyweight bout
New Zealander Joseph Parker lost his WBO interim heavyweight title to Britain's Fabio Wardley at London's O2 Arena. Wardley won via an 11th-round TKO, ending Parker's pursuit of a fight against Oleksandr Usyk. Despite the loss, Parker has vowed to continue his boxing career.
3 outlets · Weather warnings issued for significant Labour Day storm
An active low pressure system is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and snow to parts of New Zealand over Labour Day. MetService has issued several orange-level warnings, with heavy rain likely in western regions and snow forecast for the Canterbury High Country.
3 outlets · Dame Noeline Taurua reinstated as Silver Ferns coach
Netball New Zealand has confirmed that Dame Noeline Taurua will return as the Silver Ferns coach. Chief executive Jennie Wyllie stated the intention was always to reinstate her, ending a two-month saga. The organisation has declined to confirm specific changes to the Silver Ferns environment or executive roles.
3 outlets · Tonga and Samoa face off in Pacific Championship rugby league
Tonga and Toa Samoa are competing at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane for a spot in the Pacific Championship final. Samoa requires a victory of at least seven points to secure qualification for the match on 9 November.
2 outlets · Native birds at risk from pest surge following beech seed drop
Scientists warn that a massive drop of beech seeds this autumn could trigger a plague of rats and stoats. The Department of Conservation expects trillions of seeds to fall, potentially leading to an extinction-level event for native bird populations.
2 outlets · Harry Brook scores century in first one-day international at Mt Maunganui
England captain Harry Brook scored 132 runs to help his team reach 223 in the opening one-day international against the Black Caps. New Zealand had England at 56/6 before the tourists were dismissed in the 35th over at Bay Oval.
2 outlets · Silver Ferns defeat Australia to keep Constellation Cup series alive
The Silver Ferns defeated the Australian Diamonds 61-52 at Globox Arena in Hamilton. This victory follows news that Noeline Taurua will be reinstated as coach. The win means the Constellation Cup series will now be decided during the fourth test.
2 outlets · Carlo Armiento scores late winner for Wellington Phoenix against Brisbane Roar
Carlo Armiento scored a goal in the 96th minute to secure a come-from-behind victory for the Wellington Phoenix at Sky Stadium. However, defender Tim Payne suffered a suspected dislocated shoulder during the match and is expected to miss upcoming international fixtures.
2 outlets · Truckers seek faster crash investigations to reduce road closures
Truck drivers are calling for improvements to how road crashes are investigated to avoid lengthy delays. Recent closures on State Highway 1 near Ward lasted nine hours, highlighting the impact of current protocols on the industry. Police maintain they must thoroughly investigate all fatal and serious accidents.
2 outlets · States of emergency in Southland and Clutha likely to continue
States of emergency for Southland and the Clutha District may remain in place until next week. Severe weather has left nearly 15,000 properties without electricity and disrupted water and communications. Crews are working to restore services as more severe weather is expected.
2 outlets · Christopher Luxon travels to Asia for international summits
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is departing for a week of diplomacy in Asia to attend the East Asia Summit and APEC. He aims to advocate for rules-based global trade and may potentially meet with US President Donald Trump during the summits.
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