National proposes removing right to silence in child murder cases
National has announced a policy to amend the Crimes Act if re-elected. Under the proposal, adults present when a child aged 12 and under is killed could face up to 10 years in prison for refusing to disclose information to police.
+26 outlets · Troy Forsyth named as man killed in Mt Dixon avalanche
Troy Forsyth, an experienced ski patroller and mountain guide, died Sunday morning after being buried by an avalanche on the east face of Mount Dixon. Forsyth was skiing with three other mountaineers in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park when the incident occurred.
+15 outlets · NZ First promises Canterbury commuter rail trial and Southerner reinstatement
New Zealand First has pledged to trial commuter rail services between Rolleston, Rangiora, and Christchurch for 12 months if re-elected. The party also intends to bring back The Southerner long-distance service. Labour leader Chris Hipkins stated his party is open to expanding rail but is making no specific Canterbury commitments.
+26 outlets · Man dies in Mount Dixon avalanche
A highly experienced mountaineer has died after being trapped in an avalanche on Mount Dixon in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park on Sunday. Emergency services were alerted at approximately 10am, and the man's death has been referred to the coroner. Experts have warned that clear spring weather can mask avalanche risks.
+15 outlets · Australia beat White Ferns by two wickets in T20I series opener
Australia defeated the White Ferns by two wickets at North Sydney Oval to win the first T20 International. Despite Georgia Plimmer scoring an unbeaten 85, New Zealand's total of 162 was surpassed by Australia, who reached 165-8 with seven balls remaining.
+15 outlets · Canterbury defeat Taranaki to reach NPC final
Canterbury have secured a place in the NPC final after defeating Taranaki 38-28 at One NZ Stadium in Christchurch. Despite a spirited comeback attempt from the visitors, the defending champions held on to book a Labour Day final against Northland.
+15 outlets · Luxon faces voter suppression claims over election date and enrolment changes
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has dismissed opposition claims of voter suppression after advice revealed he chose a challenging election date. While Labour expressed concerns over enrolment law changes, the Electoral Commission stated that current enrolment levels are higher than at the same stage during the 2023 election.
+15 outlets · Daniel Hillier finishes runner-up at DP World India Championship
Wellington golfer Daniel Hillier finished second at the DP World India Championship in New Delhi, finishing two shots behind Eugenio Chacarra. The result moves Hillier up to eighth in the Race to Dubai and strengthens his bid for a 2027 PGA Tour card.
4 outlets · Labour announces plan to reduce children's screen time
Labour has unveiled a policy to encourage children to spend less time on devices by making after-school activities more affordable. The plan involves investing in the Active Me – Kia Tū programme to provide sports grants and establishing clearer national expectations for screen use. The proposal was announced by Chris Hipkins and Ginny Andersen in Petone.
+15 outlets · Justin Bieber shares photos from New Zealand trip and performs in Russell
Canadian singer Justin Bieber has shared social media photos from his New Zealand holiday, which included golf, fishing, and helicopter rides. The 32-year-old also surprised diners with an impromptu piano performance at the Duke of Marlborough Hotel in the Far North.
4 outlets · ACT proposes $400 million investment for general practice
The ACT Party has promised to invest $400 million over four years into GP clinics to increase appointment availability. The funding aims to retain New Zealand doctors, attract overseas practitioners, and incentivise longer hours. The party stated this approach addresses workforce capacity more effectively than subsidising doctor visits.
+15 outlets · UCSA apologises after crowd boos and throws items at DJ twins
The University of Canterbury Students Association has apologised to the Katayanagi Twins after a crowd turned hostile during a Christchurch university event on Saturday. The DJ duo faced booing and thrown items when technical issues with a mixer cut their set short at the Tea Party.
4 outlets · Firefighters control large blaze at Whangateau house
Emergency services have controlled a fire at a two-storey hillside property in Whangateau. The blaze, which was first spotted by someone on a boat, gutted the top storey and caused the roof to collapse. Twelve fire trucks responded to the incident on Sunday afternoon.
3 outlets · Teenager named following fatal car crash into Tauranga Harbour
Maddison Kalea Muriwai Aitken has been named as the 18-year-old woman who died after her car entered the Waikareao Estuary on Friday morning. Her family described her as a bright light following the accident near Chapel Street. Another person was taken to Tauranga Hospital in moderate condition.
3 outlets · Wellington Phoenix men and women split opening A-League matches
The Wellington Phoenix men defeated Melbourne Victory 2-1 at Hnry Stadium to start their A-League season. In the earlier women's fixture, the Phoenix lost 2-1 to Melbourne City following late goals from Melina Ayers and Momo Hayashi.
3 outlets · State Highway 65 closed after truck rolls near Murchison
State Highway 65 has been closed south of Murchison after a truck rolled near Maruia West Bank Road on Sunday evening. Police say no injuries were reported in the crash. The road is fully blocked and expected to remain closed for some time.
2 outlets · Police officer pleads guilty to database misuse and reckless driving
An unnamed police officer has pleaded guilty to dishonestly accessing a database and reckless driving. The officer used the database to find sensitive information about a brother-in-law's ex-partner and took the relative on an unofficial ride-along involving sirens and speeds of up to 146km/h.
3 outlets · Erica Stanford implements significant changes to the school system
Education Minister Erica Stanford has overseen major reforms in less than three years. These changes include rewriting every school curriculum, mandating structured literacy in primary schools, and altering the NCEA qualification.
2 outlets · Relocating a 1970s house helps Taranaki first-home buyers
Martin and Jess Cudmore are relocating a 1970s house to a Taranaki farm to provide a home for their family. The $195,000 project involves significant renovation work to turn the pre-loved property into a suitable first home.
1 outlet · Auckland lawyer found negligent for helping foreign land buyers
A disciplinary body has found senior lawyer Andrew Jarvis negligent for helping foreign buyers bypass overseas investment rules. Jarvis, who was previously fined $275,000, failed to recognise warning signs and failed to inform himself in a new area of practice.
2 outlets · Dunedin councillor Benedict Ong hints at resignation
Dunedin City Councillor Benedict Ong has indicated he may resign from his position this year. In recent social media posts, Ong stated he intends to step down if he fails to win the Dunedin electorate as an independent candidate in next month's general election.
2 outlets · Court rejects ACC treatment injury claim regarding Alecia Sanderson's death
A court has dismissed a claim by the family of Alecia Sanderson following her death. The 32-year-old woman suffered severe headaches six weeks after giving birth, and an aneurysm reportedly ruptured 30 minutes after she underwent a CT scan.
3 outlets · Mark Porter wins Freya's Great Kiwi Sandwich Search
Mark Porter has been named the winner of the Freya's Great Kiwi Sandwich Search. His winning recipe involves cooking corned beef in L&P, a method he learned from his family.
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