EIT graduate finds passion behind the scenes in live events

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 1 day ago A Hawke’s Bay music graduate is working behind the scenes of major live events across the region after completing her Bachelor of Creative Practice (Music) at EIT. Brooke Rowe (Ngāti Kahungunu), 24, completed the degree at the end of last year after returning home from Wellington, where … Read more

Spinal injury inspires EIT graduate to pursue physiotherapy

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 1 day ago An EIT graduate who rebuilt his life after a serious spinal injury is one step closer to becoming the physiotherapist he never had, following a study pathway through sport and exercise programmes. Mason Moeke (Ngāi Takoto, Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Porou, Ngāti Kahungunu) began studying at EIT … Read more

Landmark contracts for Super Rugby Aupiki

Source: Radio New Zealand Maama Vaipulu is one of three Blues players to secure three year contracts. photosport In a first for Super Rugby Aupiki, a trio of players have been signed to long-term contracts. Blues players Tara Turner, Maama Vaipulu, and Jaymie Kolose have all signed on with the franchise through to the end … Read more

Statement following sentencing of Daniel James Work

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Phil Taylor: Police acknowledge the sentence handed down to Daniel James Work in the Whanganui High Court today. The 39-year-old has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum non parole period of 10 years, 6 months after pleading guilty to the murder of Albert Coe … Read more

Karla Epiha sentenced after running over child on pedestrian crossing

Source: Radio New Zealand Karla Epiha was sentenced in Christchurch District Court after earlier pleading guilty to two counts of careless driving causing injury. Anna Sargent / RNZ A woman who ran over a child on a Christchurch pedestrian crossing broke down in court as she was sentenced for careless driving. The boy was critically … Read more

Ingdan, Inc. Announces 2025 Annual Results

Source: Media Outreach Ingdan Posts Landmark Full-Year Results with 50.1% Revenue Growth, Backed by Robust AI Chip Demand and Expanding Proprietary Product Portfolio Highlights of the Annual Results for the Year Ended December 31, 2025: Robust Revenue Growth: Group revenue surged by 50.1% year-on-year to RMB15,206.7 million, driven by heightened demand for AI computing power … Read more

Man after arrested after pizza aggravated robbery

Source: New Zealand Police A late-night drive-thru run has foiled one offender, after allegedly committing an aggravated robbery at another fast food outlet earlier in the night. Auckland City Police responded to a pizza restaurant on Sandringham Road at around 10.15pm on Tuesday. “A person has entered the store, armed with a machete, threatening the … Read more

The offender’s new clothes

Source: New Zealand Police An Auckland man’s elaborate getaway plan changing his appearance was just a case of the emperor’s new clothes. The offender’s efforts resulted in further offences being committed, all playing out on camera, and ending in a trip to court today. Police had been responding to a burglary at a Birkenhead venue … Read more

How cocaine use has skyrocketed to an all-time high in New Zealand – and why

Source: Radio New Zealand Cocaine use in New Zealand has nearly doubled in just a year, according to new figures. 123rf Explainer – Cocaine isn’t cheap, but its use is skyrocketing in New Zealand according to new figures. What’s driving the snowstorm? Until relatively recently, cocaine was somewhat of a rarity in New Zealand, explained … Read more

Marriott’s 2025 Cage-Free Pledge in the Spotlight as Field Visit Raises Animal Welfare and Hygiene Concerns

Source: Media Outreach Field visit finds dead birds, eggs surrounded by faeces and fly infestations at egg farm whose operators claim to supply Marriott properties JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 April 2026 – Marriott International (Marriott) has yet to publicly confirm whether it has met its commitment to source 100% cage-free eggs … Read more

Arrest in Fielding stabbing

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute the following to Detective Senior Sergeant David Thompson: Police have arrested a man over stabbing two people in Fielding last month. A 20-year-old man will appear in the Palmerston North District Court on Tuesday 7 April with two charges of wounding. The arrest follows the investigation into an incident … Read more

Fonterra settles activists’ misleading packaging lawsuit for ‘100 percent NZ grass-fed’ claims

Source: Radio New Zealand Greenpeace Aotearoa is claiming victory against dairy giant Fonterra for misleading butter packaging it labels as “greenwashing”. The activist group filed the lawsuit in September 2024 for logos featured on Fonterra Brands’ Anchor butter sold between December 2023 and April 2025 that said “100-percent New Zealand grass fed”. But it argued … Read more

Man to face court after dangerous driving incident

Source: New Zealand Police A dangerous driver is headed to court after he drove on the wrong side of State Highway 1 at excessive speeds before crashing in Auckland overnight. At around 3.15am, Police received multiple reports of a northbound vehicle travelling the wrong way on the Northern Motorway near Northcote. Senior Sergeant Carl Fowlie, … Read more

Rule change to make ‘green’ bonds easier to use

Source: Radio New Zealand The Financial Markets Authority has granted a class exemption for ‘green’ bonds. Wikipedia Bond issuers will now have less paperwork to deal with when taking a so-called ‘green offer’ to market. The Financial Markets Authority has granted a class exemption allowing bond issuers to make offers of green, social, sustainability or … Read more

One dead after car crashes into hedge in Auckland’s Stanmore Bay

Source: Radio New Zealand Hato Hone St John says it was notified of the incident on Vipond Road, at 10.26am today. RNZ/Nick Monro One person has died after a single vehicle crash in Stanmore Bay, on the Whangaparāoa peninsula north of Auckland. Hato Hone St John says it was notified of the incident on Vipond … Read more

Latest fuel stock update shows overall figures down

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Unsplash There is a slight decrease in national fuel stock across petrol, diesel and jet fuel since the last update, but “supply remains within normal levels”. That’s according to the latest fuel stocks update, which says the change remains within expectations and shows normal patterns. Data released on Wednesday … Read more

Should students qualify for fuel relief?

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Yiting Lin Auckland university students are asking for free public transport and financial support as the fuel crisis continues. The Auckland University of Technology and the University of Auckland students associations, have launched a joint petition, saying fuel prices are impacting university students disproportionately. AUT student association president James … Read more

Kapiti takes aim at ‘possums of freshwater’

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  01 April 2026 The Department of Conservation (DOC) has partnered with mana whenua to eradicate introduced koi carp from stormwater retention ponds on private land in Paraparaumu. DOC Freshwater Technical Advisor Phoenix Hale says koi carp are “an absolute menace” to freshwater plants and animals, outcompeting them for food, preying … Read more

Kiwis aren’t getting their five-plus a day – vege boss

Source: Radio New Zealand Process Vegetables New Zealand chair David Hadfield said there has been a significant drop in the demand for frozen vegetables. Unsplash/ Yoav Aziz At a time when both Wattie’s and McCain have announced factory closures, supermarket retailer Woolworths says sales of frozen vegetables have been declining. Process Vegetables New Zealand chairman … Read more

Car crashes into hedge in Auckland’s Stanmore Bay

Source: Radio New Zealand Hato Hone St John says it was notified of the incident on Vipond Road, at 10.26am today. RNZ/Nick Monro Emergency services have rushed to a single vehicle crash in Stanmore Bay, on the Whangaparāoa peninsula north of Auckland. Hato Hone St John says it was notified of the incident on Vipond … Read more

Do you have travel plans this year? What you need to keep in mind

Source: Radio New Zealand Christopher Walsh, the founder of the financial advice website Moneyhub, is halfway through an extensive business and pleasure trip through Europe, Africa, the US, and various stopovers in between, including Qatar. When I first spoke to him for this story, he was in Sierra Leone. By the time I got around … Read more

Hunt for the Wilderpeople: Ten years of ‘the most New Zealand film ever made’

Source: Radio New Zealand Sam Neill has seen iconic New Zealand film Hunt for the Wilderpeople twice. The first time was its premiere at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival, and the second was last night at a 10th anniversary screening in Auckland. “You had no idea what was going to happen there [at Sundance], whether … Read more

Gurjit Singh murder: Rajinder sentenced to 17-year jail term

Source: Radio New Zealand Rajinder was found guilty of murder following a High Court jury trial last year. RNZ The man who murdered Gurjit Singh at his Dunedin home will spend at least 17 years behind bars. The 35-year-old, known only as Rajinder, was jailed for life with a 17-and-a-half year non-parole period, when he … Read more

Allbirds set to be bought by American Exchange Group

Source: Radio New Zealand Allbirds footwear company was founded by former All Whites and Phoenix footballer Tim Brown but is now based in the US. Supplied New Zealand-founded but US-listed footwear company Allbirds is set to be bought by American Exchange Group, a brand management company known for acquiring under-performing consumer labels. Its US valuation … Read more

Purchasing rules lifted for disability support

Source: New Zealand Government From today, disabled people with flexible funding will gain more choice and control over their supports, with purchasing rules removed and guidance available to help people manage their budgets. Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston says restoring flexibility is possible because of action taken since 2024 to stabilise the disability support … Read more

Beauty pageant contestant breaks norm, busting out hectic moves

Source: Radio New Zealand A Thailand beauty pageant contestant is making waves on social media after busting out some bold dance moves on stage. Darathorn Yoothong, a professional dancer, made headlines around the world for going against the tide in the scene as fellow contestants stood swaying to the music in their spot during the … Read more

Open Banking to power business growth

Source: New Zealand Government Open Banking will be extended to business banking channels, opening the door to a broad range of tools and services for businesses, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson and Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk say.  It means businesses can share their banking data with trusted providers, unlocking faster … Read more