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Man arrested following Taupō CBD fire
Source: New Zealand Police The quick action of Police has resulted in the arrest of one person following an investigation into a suspicious fire at a commercial premises on Oruanui...
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Early warning: Enhancing Canterbury’s flood warning system
Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council During a flood we: Have dedicated knowledgeable staff who actively manage the flood defence systems (such as stop banks and floodgates), make field observations and...
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Turn local ideas into environmental action — funding closing soon
Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 03 Feb 2026 From weekend planting days to stream clean-ups, predator control and education projects, community groups across Waitaha Canterbury are already doing incredible...
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Expert hearing panel confirmed for proposed Plan Change 120
Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council and the Government have confirmed the appointment of the expert group that will lead hearings on proposed Plan Change 120. Known as an ‘independent hearings panel’, the group is made up of nine members with extensive backgrounds in...
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Top 10 city centre wins in 2025
Source: Auckland Council We reflect on another year of renewal and vibrancy in the city centre. Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson welcomes the opportunity at the end of the year to...
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Inside the consent process that cleared the path for New Zealand’s first IKEA
Source: Auckland Council If you’ve driven past Sylvia Park lately, you’ll have noticed a giant blue-and-yellow newcomer has arrived! Getting the green light for New Zealand’s first IKEA store at...
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Last call for feedback on Auckland’s future housing plan
Source: Auckland Council Aucklanders have until 5pm on Friday 19 December to make a submission on Proposed Plan Change 120, which updates Auckland’s planning rules to strengthen natural hazard protections...
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New beginnings for Milford: Ngā Wairau project brings hope and renewal
Source: Auckland Council A heartfelt blessing in Milford last week marked the start of a new chapter for the Wairau catchment, as mana whenua, led by Ngāti Paoa and supported...
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More funding, more impact:
Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council is investing big in community climate action with the launch of Te Ara Urutau – Climate and Emergency Ready Fund, offering more than $1million to help community organisations across Tāmaki Makaurau take bold, practical steps to...
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8 Adorable Sanrio characters x Rody “Lucky Plush Daruma Dolls” – Bounce into the New Year
Source: Media Outreach Featuring the Exclusive Hidden Edition Sparkle Kuromi X Rody and 7-Eleven App Exclusive Cinnamoroll X Rody Pop-Up Ears Plush Doll Plus: Limited Edition Cuddle Cushions and Desk...
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Golden Horse Brings Auspicious New Chapter, Yung’s Bistro at K11 MUSEA Presents a Festive Feast Before Relocation
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 February 2026 – Yung’s Bistro, the first contemporary brand of the renowned Yung Kee Restaurant Group, announces that,...
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Mautohe Cathedral Cove closed due to rain, weather warnings
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 21 January 2026 MetService has issued a Red Heavy Rain Warning for Coromandel in response to the weather system moving down the northern half of...
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Weather live: Red warning as storm bringing gales, heavy rain to Northland, Coromandel
Source: Radio New Zealand Follow the RNZ liveblog above for the latest updates. A heavy rain warning for Northland and Coromandel Peninsula has now been upgraded to red, with hundreds...
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Massive solar storm fires up aurora in New Zealand skies
Source: Radio New Zealand An aurora seen from Hoon Hay, Christchurch. Rebecca Bull / RNZ Rays from the biggest solar storm of the last couple of decades hit the Earth...
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Weather live: Storm bringing gales, heavy rain with ‘high chance’ of red warnings
Source: Radio New Zealand Follow the RNZ liveblog at the top of the page for the latest updates. Bands of heavy rain are expected to spread south across the motu...
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What is going on with the Beckham family feud?
Source: Radio New Zealand Many people find the Christmas holidays strain their family relationships, but few go to the extent of issuing lengthy statements on social media about them. If...
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Whangārei Mayor Ken Couper says some storm damage ‘as bad as you see in north’
Source: Radio New Zealand Whangārei Mayor Ken Couper visits the damages areas around Ōakura. Supplied / Whangārei District Council Whangārei Mayor Ken Couper says the storm damage he witnessed on...
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UFC: Predictions, previews and wish-list for 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand’s Carlos Ulberg has all but guaranteed his shot at gold this year. AAP / Photosport The most pulsating, unpredictable and primal sport on the...
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80 campers trapped in Whangaruru return home after having to hike over massive slip
Source: Radio New Zealand Low-lying Bland Bay, on the Whangaruru Peninsula, is highly susceptible to flooding. Peter de Graaf About 80 campers trapped at Whangaruru since Sunday have finally made...
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Vehicle of interest in Auckland’s Onehunga shooting seized by police
Source: Radio New Zealand Police at the scene of the shooting in Onehunga on Friday. Kim Baker Wilson / RNZ A van believed to be have been atthe scene of...
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Fire crews put out blaze at Christchurch Hospital
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Nathan Mckinnon Firefighters have extinguished a fire at Christchurch Hospital. Eight crews were called to the hospital after being alerted by an automatic alarm...
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Fire crews battle blaze at Christchurch Hospital
Source: Radio New Zealand File photo. RNZ / Nate McKinnon Firefighters are working to extinguish a fire at Christchurch Hospital. Fire and Emergency confirmed eight crews are at the hospital...
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Update: Serious incident Onehunga
Source: New Zealand Police Auckland City Police are continuing to make progress in investigating a firearms incident in Onehunga on Friday morning. Detective Senior Sergeant Matt Bunce says a vehicle...
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NZ agencies have eye on ‘largest solar radiation storm in over 20 years’
Source: Radio New Zealand Aurora lights up the sky in Mercer, Auckland on 11 May, 2024. Supplied / Laura Acket A solar storm is being monitored by the National Emergency...
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Fire Safety – Fire restrictions eased in Hawke’s Bay
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Rain and cooler temperatures have eased the fire risk in parts of Hawke’s Bay, which has enabled Fire and Emergency New Zealand to reduce restrictions...
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When will Election Day be, and how is it decided?
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to announce the 2026 Election Day soon. RNZ / Marika Khabazi / Photo illustration / 123rf Explainer – Only one...
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A fisherman’s yellow leggings helped save them after capsizing at Tolaga Bay
Source: Radio New Zealand Three men spent six hours in the water off Tolaga Bay before a major search and rescue effort reached them. Supplied / NZDF Yellow leggings and...