National releases 100-day plan for potential second term
The National Party has unveiled a 26-point plan outlining its first 100 days if re-elected. Leader Christopher Luxon said the plan includes student loan promises, grocery market intervention, and extending paid parental leave. Meanwhile, Labour leader Chris Hipkins has promised a Labour-led government would be formed by Christmas if elected.
+26 outlets · Man charged with attempted murder after Myers Park assault
A 20-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder following an assault at a Myers Park playground on Sunday. The victim, a child, is in a stable condition at Starship Hospital. The man was taken into custody at the scene and was being treated for self-inflicted injuries.
+15 outlets · Advance voting begins as election enrolment deadline passes
Voting has commenced for the 2026 general election following the closure of enrolments on Sunday. Approximately 300,000 New Zealanders remained unenrolled by the deadline, with young people aged 18-24 making up nearly half of that figure. National leader Christopher Luxon expects enrolment rates to be higher than in previous elections.
+15 outlets · National removes volunteer following discovery of sexual conduct conviction
The National Party has dismissed Roger Buchanan from the Palmerston North electorate committee after learning of his 2021 conviction for sexual conduct with a minor. Candidate Ankit Bansal stated he was unaware of the conviction and dismissed the volunteer upon finding out.
+26 outlets · Motorcyclist in critical condition after Christchurch motorway crash
A motorcyclist is in serious to critical condition in hospital following a single-vehicle crash on the Southern Motorway's Halswell Junction off-ramp. The incident occurred around 5.55am on Sunday. The off-ramp remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit investigates the crash.
+15 outlets · Victim remains in critical condition after Māngere assault
A person remains in stable but critical condition in hospital following a serious assault on Massey Road in Māngere on Sunday morning. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred outside a commercial premises, and say the alleged offender fled the scene. Authorities believe the attack was an isolated incident with no ongoing public safety concerns.
4 outlets · Kimi Antonelli wins US Grand Prix as Liam Lawson finishes ninth
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli secured victory at the US Grand Prix in Austin, moving closer to the Formula One world championship. New Zealander Liam Lawson finished ninth for Racing Bulls, maintaining his position from the start to earn two championship points.
4 outlets · Kiwi Ferns defeat France 92-0 in World Cup rout
The Kiwi Ferns secured a dominant 92-0 victory against France at One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch. New Zealand scored 18 tries, including hat-tricks from Apii Nicholls, Mele Hufanga, and Stacey Waaka, following a narrow win in their opening match against Fiji.
+15 outlets · Fire and Emergency assessing ground after Southland scrub fire
Emergency services are assessing the area following a large vegetation fire in the Centre Hill region on Sunday afternoon. Up to seven helicopters were used to protect two telecommunications towers from the blaze. Strong winds were expected to impact the area following the incident.
4 outlets · Man charged after alleged assault on Auckland train
A man has been arrested and charged following an alleged assault on a train near Mount Albert Station on Saturday. The incident, which involved reports of disorderly behaviour, resulted in one person sustaining injuries. The disruption caused delays and cancellations on the East West and Onehunga West lines.
3 outlets · Hipkins and Luxon urge voters to enrol before Sunday deadline
Labour leader Chris Hipkins and National leader Christopher Luxon have both urged citizens to enrol for the upcoming election. The deadline for enrolment is midnight this Sunday. National leader Luxon has denied claims that recent changes to the enrolment deadline will disenfranchise voters.
3 outlets · Liam Lawson to start ninth at US Grand Prix
Racing Bulls driver Liam Lawson has secured ninth place on the starting grid for the US Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas. Although he reached the final qualifying session, his team opted to save his tyres for the race. Kimi Antonelli claimed pole position during the qualifying event in Austin.
3 outlets · Person critical after train and car collide in Paengaroa
A person is in critical condition following a collision between a car and a train on Te Puke Highway in Paengaroa on Sunday morning. Emergency services, including a helicopter and ambulance, attended the scene. The Serious Crash unit has been notified of the incident.
3 outlets · Five people rescued after boat sinks in Hauraki Gulf
Five people were rescued from the water after their boat sank near mussel farms east of Ponui Island on Sunday evening. Emergency services, including the Coastguard and a police helicopter, located the group using phone location data after a brief distress call. All five individuals were taken to shore.
3 outlets · Amber Alert issued for missing 11-year-old girl in Hawera
Police have issued an Amber Alert for D’Havland Phoebe Jade Laupama, who went missing from her Hawera home on Sunday afternoon. The 11-year-old has neurological disabilities and a developmental age of approximately seven years. An urgent search is currently underway for the girl.
3 outlets · Auckland player wins $15.25m Powerball jackpot
An Auckland player has won $15.25 million after scooping the Powerball and Lotto First Division prizes via MyLotto. Other winners include three players who each won $250,000, including one ticket sold at Paper Plus Stratford.
3 outlets · Sport and sunshine boost Christchurch economy over Labour weekend
An estimated 10,000 visitors travelled to Christchurch for a sports-filled Labour weekend, expected to contribute $3.5 million to the local economy. The influx of people and warm weather provided a boost for hospitality businesses, including Riverside Market's Dosa Kitchen, which reported higher trade than the previous year.
2 outlets · Opportunity Party proposes Future Generations Commissioner to monitor long-term policy impacts
The Opportunity Party plans to establish an independent Future Generations Commissioner if elected. Through a proposed Future Generations Act, the role would assess the long-term risks and benefits of government policies and coordinate citizens' assemblies to debate national goals.
3 outlets · Royal NZ Ballet announces 2027 season of classics and new works
The Royal New Zealand Ballet has unveiled its 2027 programme, which will feature a New Zealand premiere of Don Quixote and a world premiere of Alice in Wonderland. The upcoming season will include contemporary works and a mix of classical favourites performed across New Zealand.
2 outlets · Ryan Fox finishes tied fourth at Genesis Championship in South Korea
New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox secured a top-five finish at the Genesis Championship in Cheonan, South Korea. He finished tied for fourth place, three shots behind winner Yuto Katsuragawa. The result marks another strong performance for Fox on the DP World Tour.
2 outlets · Breakers lose 86-84 to Taipans in Cairns
The New Zealand Breakers suffered a narrow defeat against the Cairns Taipans in their latest Australian National Basketball League match. Despite leading for most of the game, the visitors were overtaken by three-pointers in the fourth quarter.
2 outlets · One person in custody after BB gun shooting in Wellington
A person was taken into custody without incident after a BB gun shooting in Brooklyn on Sunday evening. The injured victim was transported to Wellington Hospital in serious condition. Police cordoned off the area near Tanera Crescent while armed officers responded to the scene.
2 outlets · Homicide investigation launched after woman found dead in Kawerau
Police are investigating a suspicious death after a woman's body was discovered at a Kawerau property. The discovery followed a collision between a car and a train at a private level crossing in Paengaroa on Sunday morning. The car's driver remains in critical condition at Waikato Hospital.
2 outlets · Two seriously injured in single-vehicle crash in Waitaki Valley
Two people sustained serious injuries following a single-vehicle crash on State Highway 83 near Duntroon on Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred near the Ngāpara-Georgetown Road intersection, causing the highway to be blocked. Motorists have been advised to avoid the area while emergency services attend the scene.
2 outlets · Police investigate deliberate fires and disorder at Māhia beach
Police say fires were intentionally lit on a Māhia beach on Saturday night during a gathering of hundreds of young people. Officers also reported that glass bottles were thrown at a police vehicle. Acting Inspector Andrew Knox noted that many individuals involved appeared to be intoxicated.
2 outlets · HDC refers Health NZ following patient deaths at Dunedin Hospital
The Health and Disability Commissioner has referred Health NZ after two patients died following care failures. One 67-year-old woman with sepsis waited 13 hours at a rural hospital for a transfer that was denied due to alleged bed shortages and staff assessments.
2 outlets · Airfares expected to rise for summer holiday travellers
Travelers planning summer trips may face higher costs this Christmas. Economist Benje Patterson notes fares will be more expensive than last year, with Stats NZ data showing September domestic flight bookings rose by 5.1% compared to the same period last year.
4 outlets · Kristopher Vindriis sentenced for West Auckland hit-and-run
Kristopher Vindriis has been sentenced for a hit-and-run involving 93-year-old Joy Delgrosso in West Auckland. The incident occurred at a pedestrian crossing, after which Vindriis fled the scene by overtaking cars and driving into oncoming traffic.
2 outlets · Political careers at stake in Mt Albert electorate battle
National's Melissa Lee and Labour's Helen White are competing for the Mt Albert seat in a high-stakes election. In the 2023 election, Lee missed defeating the Labour stronghold by only 18 votes. The upcoming vote is scheduled for 7 November.
1 outlet ·
