At least 16 people killed in Bondi Beach terror attack
At least 16 people, including a child, were killed and 38 others injured during a terror attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach. Two gunmen opened fire on a crowd celebrating Hanukkah, and one shooter was killed. A bystander was filmed disarming one of the attackers during the incident.
+59 outlets · Christopher Luxon addresses Sydney terrorist attack at post-Cabinet conference
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon addressed the mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Bondi Beach, Sydney. Reports indicate between 15 and 16 people died, including a shooter, and approximately 40 others were injured. Luxon has offered condolences to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and stated New Zealand's terrorism threat level remains unchanged.
+15 outlets · Police seek person of interest after Ruatiti double homicide
A homicide investigation is underway after Brendon and Trina Cole were found dead at a rural property in Ruatiti on Saturday. Police have released a photo of 29-year-old Mitchell Cole, a person of interest who is believed to be in the area near Whanganui National Park.
+15 outlets · One person killed and five injured in Waipā car crash
A person has died and five others were injured after a speeding black BMW collided with another vehicle on Arapuni Road in Waipā. The incident occurred around 8:40pm on Thursday. Police have launched a critical incident investigation and are seeking witnesses or footage of the crash.
4 outlets · Search for two overdue climbers on Aoraki Mt Cook
Police and Department of Conservation Search and Rescue teams are preparing to look for two climbers overdue on Aoraki Mt Cook. Strong winds and heavy rain are currently hampering efforts, and teams will begin searching as soon as weather conditions allow.
4 outlets · Man seriously injured in Wellington bar stabbing
A man sustained serious abdominal injuries during a fight involving a small group of patrons at the Ace of Spades bar on Allen Street. The incident occurred around 1.30am on Saturday. Police are now appealing for witnesses or video footage to assist with their investigations.
4 outlets · Woman charged after man found dead in Tauranga home
A 37-year-old woman has been charged with assault on a person in relation to a man found dead on Fraser Street in Parkvale. Emergency services were called to the Tauranga property around 11.40am on Sunday. Police are investigating the death and have not ruled out further charges.
4 outlets · Six arrested following Michael Tofts homicide in Waikanae
Six men have been arrested in connection with the death of 45-year-old Michael Tofts during a targeted home invasion in Waikanae. Five individuals face murder charges, while one has been charged as an accessory. Police are requesting dash cam footage and information regarding the incident on 19 November.
4 outlets · Fifteen killed in Bondi Beach terrorist attack by father and son
A father and son opened fire on people celebrating a Jewish festival at Sydney's Bondi Beach on Sunday. The attack resulted in 15 deaths and 42 injuries. Police have identified the gunmen as Sajid Akram and his son, Naveed Akram, who used legally owned weapons during the incident.
3 outlets · Mass shooting at Bondi Beach leaves 16 people dead
A father and son opened fire during a Jewish holiday celebration at Sydney's Bondi Beach, resulting in 16 deaths including the shooter. Witnesses, including a mother from Dunedin and a family from Queenstown, described running for their lives during the attack.
3 outlets · Auckland school cordoned off following chemical spill
ACG Senior College Parnell was cordoned off on Monday morning after a chemical spill involving a substance containing phosphorous. Firefighters and police attended the scene, and a woman was taken to hospital following the incident.
3 outlets · ANZ increases multiple fixed-term home loan rates
ANZ has raised most of its fixed-term mortgage rates in response to rising wholesale interest rates. The bank is increasing its 18-month and two-year rates by 20 basis points, while three, four, and five-year rates will rise by 30 basis points.
3 outlets · Firefighters battle large vegetation fire at Waiinu Beach
Firefighters are responding to a large vegetation fire near Waiinu Beach in South Taranaki that was reported shortly after 2pm. The fire is estimated to cover approximately one square kilometre. Police have advised residents in the area to be prepared for possible evacuations.
3 outlets · Homicide investigation launched after Rotorua man found dead in vehicle
Police have launched a homicide investigation following the death of 37-year-old Nicholas Patrick Mitchell in Rotorua on Friday night. Mr Mitchell was found dead in a vehicle on Ford Rd after it collided with a tree. Authorities have also noted that memorial flowers for the victim were stolen from the crash site.
3 outlets · Man who died at Karioitahi Beach named by police
Police have identified Ali Hayder Hadi, 26, of Te Atatū Peninsula, as the man who died at Karioitahi Beach last week. He was visiting the beach with his brother and two friends when they encountered difficulties in the water on 8 December. An Auckland Rescue Helicopter crew was previously called to the scene.
3 outlets · Bodies of two climbers recovered from Fiordland National Park peak
The bodies of two climbers have been found on the north buttress of Sabre Peak in Fiordland National Park. Police were alerted on Saturday night after a distress beacon was activated. One deceased climber was an Australian citizen, while the other held dual New Zealand and Canadian citizenship.
3 outlets · Names released of elderly couple killed in Foxton Beach house fire
Thomas Muliaga, 79, and Fiona Cameron, 71, died in a house fire on Queen Street last Tuesday. Police have concluded their investigation and confirmed the early morning blaze was not suspicious. The fire occurred on 9 December shortly after 5am.
3 outlets · Heavy rain and strong winds forecast for South Island
An active weather front is bringing heavy rain and winds of up to 120km/h to parts of the South Island. The system is expected to move north and reach the North Island by Tuesday morning.
3 outlets · Kiwis urged to renew passports as 1.3 million expire by 2027
Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden is urging New Zealanders to check their passport expiry dates due to a massive surge in applications expected next year. More than 1.3 million passports are set to expire over the next two years as the first wave of 10-year passports approaches expiry.
3 outlets · Footage emerges of car crushed by logging truck in Dunedin
Video has been released showing a logging truck crushing a car on Dunedin's Southern Motorway near Lookout Point last Friday. Three people, including a one-year-old boy, were taken to hospital following the afternoon collision. The motorway was temporarily closed after the incident occurred.
2 outlets · Person dies after being pulled from water at Titahi Bay
A person died on Sunday after being pulled unresponsive from the water at Titahi Bay in Porirua. Emergency crews and bystanders attempted to assist the diver, but they could not be saved. Ngāti Toa has placed a rāhui from Pipinui Point to Kōmanga Rau Tawhiti.
2 outlets · New measles case and two exposure sites identified in Auckland
Health New Zealand has reported one new measles case in Auckland, bringing the national total to 31. Two new exposure sites have been identified as part of the ongoing public health response. Officials expect further locations of interest may be announced.
2 outlets · All Black David Havili marries Lucy Sellwood in Wānaka
Crusaders captain and All Black David Havili married Lucy Sellwood on Saturday at Dublin Bay. The lakeside ceremony in Wānaka was attended by family, friends, and several rugby players.
2 outlets · Former Kāpiti Coast GP sentenced for sex offences against boys
Jared Cook, a 52-year-old former general practitioner, has been sentenced in Wellington District Court. He received 10 months of home detention for sex offences involving teenage boys, which included touching them while they slept and filming them secretly.
2 outlets · Haeata Community Campus has not released mouldy lunch investigation findings
Approximately 20 mouldy mince and potato meals were served to students at the Christchurch school. While a report blamed the school for the incident, Haeata Community Campus has not accepted responsibility or released the results of its internal investigation.
2 outlets · Reserve Bank Governor says market tightening exceeded intended levels
Dr Anna Breman stated that financial conditions have tightened more than the Reserve Bank intended. The Governor warned that recent mortgage rate hikes by banks could risk dampening the New Zealand economy.
2 outlets · Man accused of swallowing Fabergé pendant pleads not guilty
An unnamed man has pleaded not guilty to theft charges after allegedly attempting to steal a $33,500 Fabergé egg pendant from a central city jeweller. The accused has been remanded in custody and is due to reappear in court in February.
3 outlets · Wellington cinema complex to be renamed The Court
Resource consents have been lodged for a major exterior overhaul of the former Reading Cinema complex on Courtenay Place. The project will rename the building The Court and feature three different designs for its street entrances. The large, earthquake-prone building is currently abandoned.
3 outlets · House fire in Māngere East deemed suspicious
Fire and Emergency crews attended a house fire on Buckland Road in Māngere East on Monday afternoon. The incident, which involved a single-storey home, has been deemed suspicious. A fire investigator is currently involved in the investigation.
2 outlets · Canterbury enters restricted fire season from Monday night
Canterbury will enter a restricted fire season starting at 11.59pm Monday due to increasing fire danger. Anyone wishing to light an outdoor fire must obtain a permit authorised by Fire and Emergency New Zealand.
2 outlets · Customs seizes $5.6 million of cocaine at Port of Tauranga
New Zealand Customs intercepted 16kg of cocaine, found in 16 one-kilogram bricks, inside a refrigerated container at the Port of Tauranga. The shipment, which has an estimated street value of $5.6 million, was part of the second major drug seizure at the port within a week.
2 outlets · Lismore Forest fire near Whanganui remains uncontained
Firefighters are working to stop a blaze in Lismore Forest near Whanganui from spreading further. The fire has affected more than 100 hectares and remains active in many areas. Fire and Emergency New Zealand plans to continue operations through Tuesday.
2 outlets · One person dies in helicopter crash near Whanganui
A person has died after a helicopter crashed in a remote area of the Manawatū-Whanganui region on Saturday morning. The victim was the sole occupant of the aircraft. Police and the Transport Accident Investigation Commission are investigating the circumstances of the accident.
2 outlets · GP criticised for discussing pregnancy termination details in clinic reception
A doctor has been criticised by the Health and Disability Commissioner after discussing a patient's pregnancy termination details within earshot of others. The woman was left distressed following the discussion at the clinic reception and after being incorrectly told that no abortion services were available during a lockdown.
3 outlets · Final emergency housing motel contracts end in Rotorua
The government has officially shut down the contracted emergency housing motel system in Rotorua. Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka stated that the final residents were moved into other housing last month. This marks the conclusion of the contracted motel era in the region.
2 outlets · Alice Robinson wins maiden Super G World Cup title in Switzerland
Queenstown skier Alice Robinson secured her first Super G World Cup title at St Moritz. The 24-year-old beat American legend Lindsey Vonn to claim New Zealand's first-ever Super G World Cup podium. This follows Robinson's recent victories in two Giant Slalom rounds.
2 outlets · One person dead and three injured in Waipā vehicle crash
One person died at the scene following a two-vehicle crash on Arapuni Road in Parawera. Three other people sustained serious injuries during the incident, which was reported late last night.
2 outlets · Actor Brooklyn Nathan convicted of road rage assault
Former Shortland Street actor Brooklyn Nathan has been convicted of a road rage assault following a car crash. The 20-year-old punched a motorist in the face and head, resulting in the victim requiring surgery and suffering from double vision. Nathan previously claimed to police that he acted in self-defence.
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