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Police make arrest in Raumanga serious assault investigation
Source: New Zealand Police A determined investigation in the past week has led to an arrest following an assault on a woman in her Raumanga home. Whangārei CIB have been...
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Intense rain, blustery wind and thunderstorms hit the North Island
Source: Radio New Zealand Severe thunderstorm warnings are in place for the Auckland region with MetService saying they could lead to very heavy downpours. MetService is forecasting downpours across the...
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Shocking number of cars with overdue registration, WoF
Source: Radio New Zealand State Highway 16 full of slow moving morning traffic as the sun rises. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly New data has found a large number of cars...
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‘Majestic’ Mt Taranaki picture wins International Photograph of the Year Award
Source: Radio New Zealand A striking image of Mt Taranaki in the North Island by an Austrian photographer has won an international award. Chosen from 3600 global entries by a...
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Five new cases of measles confirmed, increase ‘concerning’
Source: Radio New Zealand The measles virus, the US CDC says measles is very contagious and can be serious, and anyone who is not protected against the virus is at...
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NZ jockey crowned World’s Best Jockey for third time
Source: Radio New Zealand NZ Jockey James McDonald. DAN HIMBRECHTS New Zealand jockey James McDonald has won the Longines World’s Best Jockey title for the second consecutive year and third...
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I would have sacked Andrew Coster if he hadn’t quit, Sir Brian Roche says
Source: Radio New Zealand Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has resigned as Chief Executive of the Social Investment Agency. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche says...
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Greens say applications for advanced benefit payments ‘skyrocketed’ last year
Source: Radio New Zealand Minister for Social Development Louise Upston RNZ / Angus Dreaver The Greens say the number of applications for advanced support being denied has “skyrocketed” during the...
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ACT chief of staff resigns
Source: Radio New Zealand Andrew Ketels joined David Seymour’s office in 2017. RNZ / Marika Khabazi The ACT Party’s chief of staff has announced his resignation, after more than a...
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Economy – RBNZ Stats Alert: Updated weights for Trade-Weighted Index
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) 3 December 2025 – The annual re-weighting of the Trade-Weighted Index (TWI) takes effect on Thursday 4 December 2025. The TWI is a weighted...
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Foodbanks warn of closures if government fails to give ongoing funding
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland City missioner Helen Robinson says some foodbanks would close without government funding. Photo: RNZ Insight / Sarah Robson *This story has been updated to correct...
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Tourism – NZSki signs partnership with Sunac-BonSki to connect New Zealand with China’s fastest-growing ski market
Source: NZSki NZSki has signed a strategic partnership with Sunac-BonSki, marking one of the most significant international agreements in New Zealand’s ski industry. The deal opens direct access to China’s...
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Black Ferns set for three-Test showdown vs France at home in 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand celebrate during the Women’s Rugby World Cup third-place match against France, 2025. ADRIAN DENNIS / AFP The Black Ferns will resume their rivalry with...
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Hikers ignoring warning signs and risking lives on Hooker Valley track
Source: Radio New Zealand Advisory sign for Hooker Valley track. Department of Conservation Up to 20 people a day are risking their lives venturing into closed areas of a popular...
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Name release – Kotuku Street, Camberley homicide
Source: New Zealand Police To be attributed to Detective Inspector Martin James, Eastern District Manager – Criminal Investigations: Police can now release the name of the woman who was found...
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Notorious criminal charged with historical serious sexual assault
Source: Radio New Zealand The man has appeared in the Auckland District Court. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly One of the country’s most notorious criminals has been charged with a serious...
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Police seek information after man stabbed in Wellington car park on Sunday
Source: Radio New Zealand The incident occurred in a Wellington car park in the early hours of Sunday morning. RNZ / REECE BAKER Wellington police are appealing for information after...
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Cars torched at popular Invercargill park
Source: Radio New Zealand Police believe the cars were deliberately torched. RNZ / Angus Dreaver Police are investigating a fire where four vehicles appeared to be deliberately torched in a...
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Transport operators should prepare for random roadside drug testing
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Road freight association Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is recommending transport operators prepare for random roadside drug testing, which is being gradually being...
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Iwi file urgent Waitangi Tribunal inquiry over education Treaty changes
Source: Radio New Zealand Veteran Māori broadcaster Waihoroi Shortland. RNZ / Peter de Graaf Northland iwi Ngāti Hine and hapū Te Kapotai are calling for an urgent Waitangi Tribunal inquiry...
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All Whites to play at home before 2026 World Cup
Source: Radio New Zealand All Whites captain Chris Wood will be back in Auckland before the FIFA World Cup. Shane Wenzlick / Phototek.nz The All Whites will play two final...
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Police charge another teen with murder in relation to killing of Kyle Whorrall
Source: Radio New Zealand Kyle Whorrall was attacked at an Auckland bus stop and later died in hospital. SUPPLIED Police have made another arrest in relation to the murder of...
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Amped to the max: first boost for Kiwi events
Source: New Zealand Government The first tranche of the Government’s major events funding announced today showcases many exciting international and homegrown music acts, sports matches, arts and cultural events kicking...
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Statement – Response from Andrew Coster to IPCA report on Police handling of complaints against Jevon McSkimming
Source: Andrew Coster As reflected in the recently released public statement from Sir Brian Roche, Public Service Commissioner, I have decided to resign from my role as Secretary of Social...
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Offender swaps slumber for serious charges
Source: New Zealand Police One man’s afternoon nap quickly turned into a court appearance with two firearms safely taken off the street. A Police unit patrolling near Sylvia Park in...
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Information sought in relation to Queens Park fire, Invercargill
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Sergeant John Kean, from the Invercargill Criminal Investigations Team: Police are investigating a fire early this morning in Queens Park, Windsor, around...
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St Johns homicide: ‘Significant development’ as Police lay second murder charge
Source: New Zealand Police Police have made a further arrest in the ongoing investigation into the murder of Kyle Whorrall earlier this year. Operation Aberfeldy continues to investigate those who...