Coroner finds fatal school caving trip should have been cancelled
A coroner has ruled that a 2023 school trip to Abbey Caves should have been cancelled due to severe weather warnings. The inquest into the death of 15-year-old Karnin Petera found that teachers applied an overly optimistic risk tolerance by proceeding during an active heavy rain warning.
+15 outlets · One person dead and four hospitalised after Westmere crash
One person died and four others were taken to hospital following a single-vehicle crash in Westmere, northwest of Whanganui, on Wednesday night. The incident occurred near the intersection of Tayforth Road and Francis Road around 10.20pm. Two of the hospitalised individuals are reported to be in critical condition.
3 outlets · 3 new reportsSupercars confirms 2027 calendar with changes to New Zealand rounds
The Supercars championship's 2027 season will feature 14 rounds. The New Zealand double-header has been moved from April to May, with Christchurch's Ruapuna Raceway hosting the first event followed by Taupō International Motorsport Park.
2 outlets · NewGlobal markets rally after Democrats win control of Congress
Global markets have risen sharply following the Democratic Party's landslide victory in the US midterm elections. Democrats secured control of both the House and Senate, prompting aggressive buying from investors despite President Donald Trump's intention to veto Democratic legislation.
2 outlets · Iva Jovic to return for 2027 ASB Classic in Auckland
American tennis player Iva Jovic will return to the ASB Classic in Auckland this summer. The 18-year-old has risen to a world ranking of No. 13 following her recent performances on the WTA tour.
2 outlets · Seven parties to face off in final televised election debate
Seven political parties will participate in the final election debate tonight, moderated by Jack Tame. The Q+A People's Debate will feature questions sourced directly from the public. This event occurs as the election campaign enters its final two days before Saturday's vote.
2 outlets · New Zealand house prices fall for seventh consecutive month
National median house prices dropped 0.4 percent in October to $790,987, marking the seventh straight monthly decline. While Buller saw the largest decrease, Southland and Queenstown bucked the downward trend. National values are now 2.3 percent lower than they were a year ago.
2 outlets · Hipkins expresses confidence as election approaches
Labour leader Chris Hipkins says high voter turnout could be a positive sign for his party. Speaking on the Kāpiti Coast, he suggested Labour may outperform recent polls. The comments come three days before the 2026 election.
2 outlets · Wellington City records largest population decrease in New Zealand
Wellington City experienced the country's most significant population decline in the year to June, falling from 210,800 to 208,300 people. Stats NZ data shows the city's population has returned to 2017 levels as public sector job cuts drive people away. Some believe the tech sector could help reverse this trend.
2 outlets · Proposed Harlow Lifestyle Village seeks fast-track approval in Te Awamutu
Te Awamutu Developments has proposed the Harlow Lifestyle Village on Ōhaupō Road. The project aims to include approximately 400 homes, a village centre, and a care facility. The developer is seeking to have the proposal fast-tracked.
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