Police search for missing vulnerable woman in Invercargill
Police are appealing for help to find 63-year-old Mary Coakley, who has dementia and is considered vulnerable. She was last seen on Monday on Durham Street in Waikiwi. Coakley is approximately 160cm tall with shoulder-length blonde and grey hair.
+15 outlets · 4 new reportsAll Blacks head of security Logan Cadwallader dies in Edinburgh
Logan Cadwallader has died following a medical event at the All Blacks' hotel in Edinburgh. Cadwallader had travelled with the team for 10 years. The team is currently in the city ahead of a test match against Scotland at Murrayfield.
4 outlets · Revolut becomes New Zealand's first digital-only bank
The Reserve Bank has granted a banking licence to London-based fintech Revolut, making it the country's 27th registered bank. As the first digital-only bank in New Zealand, the company plans to invest $120 million into local operations and will offer services such as savings accounts and credit cards.
4 outlets · NewPolice issue 29 move-on orders since new law took effect
Since the new law came into effect on 25 October, police have issued 29 move-on orders across New Zealand. Most orders were issued for intoxicated, disruptive, and disorderly behaviour. One person has been arrested as part of the implementation of these new policing powers.
4 outlets · 4 new reportsManhunt underway after two wounded in Avondale burglary
Police are searching for two men after an aggravated burglary in Avondale early Tuesday morning. Two people were wounded by a weapon during an altercation at a house on Ahiriri Avenue and have been hospitalised. The incident occurred around 3.20am while a group was socialising at the property.
4 outlets · 4 new reportsIPCA dismisses workplace conduct claims against Police Commissioner Richard Chambers
The Independent Police Conduct Authority has cleared Police Commissioner Richard Chambers of workplace conduct concerns following an investigation. The inquiry, sparked by an anonymous letter in November 2025, found no evidence to substantiate the claims, which the watchdog described as resting on rumour and hearsay.
3 outlets · NewMan charged with arson after Eden Terrace overbridge fire
A 55-year-old man has been charged with arson following a suspicious fire on Monday night. The blaze started in a homeless encampment under the Newton Road overbridge in Eden Terrace, destroying vegetation and closing part of the central motorway.
3 outlets · Police investigating Harry Mowbray's Split Your Vote website
Police are making enquiries into businessman Harry Mowbray's Split Your Vote website following a referral from the Electoral Commission. The campaign encourages National supporters to cast their party vote for Act or New Zealand First.
2 outlets · NewAnalysis of potential revenue from raising the top income tax rate
Ahead of next week's general election, political parties including the Green Party and Te Pāti Māori have proposed increasing the top income tax rate. While the parties suggest different income thresholds, analysis examines how much revenue these changes could generate for public spending.
2 outlets · NewThree uncapped Wellington Phoenix players named in All Whites squad
Coach Darren Bazeley has selected three Wellington Phoenix players, Corban Piper, Nathan Walker, and Matt Sheridan, for the upcoming All Whites series against India. The two-match series will take place in Auckland and Christchurch. This marks the final selection window for Bazeley as his contract will not be extended.
2 outlets · NewPolice seek witnesses after fatal ute crash near Ōtorohanga
Waikato Police are searching for witnesses who saw a black 2005 Holden Crewman ute on State Highway 3 on Sunday. The vehicle was travelling north when it crossed into the opposite lane and struck a bank between Ireland and Spicer roads, resulting in one death.
2 outlets · NewMan charged with arson after Napier church fire
A 54-year-old Napier man is due to appear in the Napier District Court today on an arson charge. He was arrested overnight in connection with the fire that damaged St Paul’s Presbyterian Church on Sunday, 25 October.
2 outlets · NewBreakers suffer 94-74 loss to Melbourne United
The New Zealand Breakers lost to Melbourne United at John Cain Arena, marking their seventh defeat of the NBL season. The team struggled with a slow start and poor three-point shooting. The Breakers' coach was also sidelined due to illness during the match.
2 outlets · Five Black Ferns selected in World Rugby Dream Team
Five Black Ferns players have been named in the World Rugby Women's 15s Dream Team of the Year. Kaipo Olsen-Baker, who was named Player of the Year, leads the New Zealand contingent. This follows a season where the team won 10 of 11 tests under coach Whitney Hansen.
2 outlets · Nesian Mystik and Hollie Smith added to Homegrown 2027 lineup
Nine more New Zealand music acts have been confirmed for the Jim Beam Homegrown 20th anniversary event in Hamilton. The latest additions include Nesian Mystik, Hollie Smith, Home Brew, and Zed. The festival is scheduled to take place on 3 April 2027.
2 outlets · Southland man spends 700 days with temporary catheter
An 82-year-old Southland man has lived with a temporary catheter for 700 days while waiting for surgery. He has faced monthly medical emergencies due to blocked catheters. The situation occurs as the region faces a shortage of urologists.
3 outlets · Mother named following fatal two-vehicle crash in Kawarau Gorge
Ayelén Amarilla, 37, has been identified as the woman killed in a crash involving a car and a truck in Central Otago. The accident occurred on State Highway 6 between Cromwell and Queenstown. Tributes have been paid to the mother, who lived in Cromwell with her partner and toddler.
2 outlets · Lightyears secures $174m for solar and battery projects
New Zealand-owned renewable energy firm Lightyears has secured $174 million in funding to grow its infrastructure pipeline. The investment includes a $100 million facility from InfraDebt and $74 million from Japan's Obayashi Corporation. The capital will support the delivery of 300MW of solar and battery projects.
2 outlets · National Party support falls in latest RNZ-Reid Research poll
The National Party's vote has dropped to 24.8 percent, while Labour leads at 30.6 percent. Analysis shows nearly one in five former National voters from 2023 have moved to ACT or New Zealand First, though Labour remains the largest beneficiary of the shift.
2 outlets · Kiwi teen selected for wushu at Youth Olympic Games
Seventeen-year-old Amber Zhou has been chosen to compete in wushu at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal. The martial art is making its official Olympic debut at the event, where Zhou is one of only 48 athletes selected to compete.
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