Coroner finds faulty roller door caused death of Auckland pastor
Coroner Janet Anderson has ruled that a defective installation caused a 273kg roller door to fall and kill Helen Verry at a Glendene church in 2022. The findings described the church's failure to identify the slumping door as a hazard as a serious deficiency. Verry's husband said the findings answered most of his questions.
4 outlets · National Party falls below 25 per cent in latest poll
The National Party has dropped to 24.8 per cent in the latest RNZ-Reid Research poll, falling below its 2020 election result. Meanwhile, Opportunity has reached a record 7.2 per cent. National has dismissed the findings as being out of step with other polling data.
+15 outlets · 3 new reportsNikola Tsolov to drive Liam Lawson's car in Mexican Grand Prix practice
Racing Bulls prospect Nikola Tsolov will drive Liam Lawson's car during the first free practice session at the Mexican Grand Prix. The 19-year-old Bulgarian driver will take part in the one-hour session at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez to fulfil Formula One rookie requirements.
3 outlets · 3 new reportsSouthern Motorway reopens after serious head-on crash in Auckland
A section of the southbound Southern Motorway has reopened following an overnight collision between a car and a van. The crash occurred near Sylvia Park around 1am, leaving one driver in critical condition and another in serious condition. Emergency services used rescue tools to free two people trapped in a vehicle.
3 outlets · 3 new reportsNine New Zealand golfers compete for major tournament invitations
Nine New Zealand amateur golfers have begun competing at the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship at Te Arai Links in Northland. The tournament winner will earn invitations to both the 2027 Masters at Augusta National and The Open at St Andrews.
3 outlets · Four men charged after burglary and car theft in Mt Roskill
Four men face charges following an alleged burglary and car theft targeting an elderly woman in Auckland. Police say a man forced his way into the home and stole a Suzuki Swift. During the subsequent arrests, an officer was assaulted and a Taser was deployed.
2 outlets · NewFast-moving front brings heavy rain and strong winds across New Zealand
A fast-moving weather front is bringing heavy rain and strong winds to parts of the country. MetService has issued wind watches for Hawke's Bay, while Canterbury faces potential hail, thunder, and gusty southwesterly winds.
2 outlets · NewDavid Seymour visits controversial Santana gold mine in Central Otago
ACT leader David Seymour visited the Santana Minerals site in Central Otago. During the visit, Seymour responded strongly to opponents of the gold mine project.
2 outlets · New crustacean exhibition opens at the Māruawai Centre in Gore
The Māruawai Centre is hosting a new mini-exhibition titled Mawhiti Tino Rawe, Clever Crustaceans. Presented by the Eastern Southland Gallery, NIWA, and Te Papa, the display explores the diverse world of five marine crustaceans and will remain on view until 13 December.
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