Youth arrested for Southland burglaries and fuel thefts

Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating a string of burglaries and fuel thefts in Southland have arrested a 17-year-old youth and say the swift response should be a warning to anyone considering stealing fuel. Acting Inspector Mel Robertson, Invercargill’s Area Prevention Manager, says several rural thefts occurred overnight on Tuesday 7 April, with significant quantities … Read more

Police investigating fuel theft from Marton business

Source: New Zealand Police Police are investigating the theft of about 3000 litres of diesel from a Marton business this week. The theft happened on Tuesday, between 4.20am and 4.50am and was reported at 8am. Sergeant Wayne Sandbrook says two men arrived in a light truck and were seen filling a fuel trailer, a fuel … Read more

Witnesses to fatal mobility scooter in New Plymouth crash sought by police

Source: Radio New Zealand Two people had fallen from the mobility scooter last month. (File photo) 123rf/Igor & Alina Barilo Witnesses to a fatal crash involving two people on a mobility scooter are being asked to contact police. Detective Sophie Gurnssey, said the fatal crash happened in Blagdon, New Plymouth about 4.15pm on Thursday, March … Read more

Landmark Auckland deal to unlock city’s potential

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown have signed a landmark Auckland City Deal, marking New Zealand’s first city deal and a new era of long-term partnership between Auckland and central Government.  The Deal sets out how Government and Auckland Council will work together to unlock our biggest city’s … Read more

New Black Ferns coach names first team for Pacific Four opener

Source: Radio New Zealand Head coach for the Black Ferns Whitney Hansen Marty Melville / PHOTOSPORT Three players are set to make their debuts for the Black Ferns in Sunday’s Pacific Four game against USA in Sacramento. New coach Whitney Hansen’s first team selection includes loose forward Mia Anderson, halfback Tara Turner and winger Justine … Read more

Tough day for golfer Ryan Fox at Augusta

Source: Radio New Zealand Ryan Fox of New Zealand walks the first fairway at the 2026 Masters. ANDREW REDINGTON / AFP Auckland golfer Ryan Fox endured a tough start to the Masters golf tournament in Georgia. Fox fired an opening round five over par 77. He was five over by his seventh hole and then … Read more

Over 200% roll growth in first seven charter schools

Source: New Zealand Government Today’s roll return data tells us what we already knew; families want schooling options that reflect the needs of their children, says Associate Education Minister David Seymour.  Data released today shows that as of March 1 2026 there were 1,471 students enrolled in 16 charter schools.  “These numbers show that diversity … Read more

Live weather: North Island braces for Cyclone Vaianu

Source: Radio New Zealand Cyclone Vaianu will likely move across the Coromandel and the Bay of Plenty before hitting the rest of the North Island, according to MetService. All of the North Island is under a heavy rain and wind watch due to the cyclone – and MetService says it will have potentially life-threatening impacts. … Read more

Appeal for information following fatal mobility scooter crash, New Plymouth

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Sophie Gurnsey: Police are appealing for information following a fatal mobility scooter crash in Blagdon, New Plymouth, last month. On Thursday 5 March at around 4.15pm, Police were called with a report that two people had fallen off a mobility scooter while riding on the footpath of South … Read more

Organisations call on government to ditch LNG import terminal

Source: Radio New Zealand Sputnik via AFP Solar advocates, electricians and consumer campaigners are among those calling on the government to ditch its plans for an LNG import terminal and consider other options. The Sustainable Energy Association and six other organisations, including the Green Building Council, Master Electricians, and Consumer NZ, have joined together to … Read more

‘Amped up’: Matt Payne ready to defend JR Trophy at NZ Supercars races

Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand driver Matt Payne holds up the Jason Richards Trophy for winning the 2025 ITM Taupō 440 Supercars event at Taupō International Motorsport Park, 13 April 2025. Mark Horsburgh/EDGE Photographics New Zealand Supercars racer Matt Payne says he’s going to “fight with everything I’ve got” to win the Jason Richards … Read more

Live: North Island braces for Cyclone Vaianu

Source: Radio New Zealand Cyclone Vaianu will likely move across the Coromandel and the Bay of Plenty before hitting the rest of the North Island, according to MetService. All of the North Island is under a heavy rain and wind watch due to the cyclone – and MetService says it will have potentially life-threatening impacts. … Read more

What now for home loan rates?

Source: Radio New Zealand A ceasefire in Iran is unlikely to bring any relief for home loan borrowers. RNZ / Quin Tauetau A ceasefire in Iran is unlikely to bring any relief for home loan borrowers. Wholesale rates have been pushing higher on the expectation interest rates might need to rise to combat inflation caused … Read more

NRL: What you need to know about NZ Warriors v Melbourne Storm

Source: Radio New Zealand Hookers Harry Grant and Wayde Egan will face off, when Melbourne Storm meet NZ Warriors. RNZ/Photosport NRL: NZ Warriors v Melbourne Storm Kickoff 9.30pm, Saturday, 11 April AAMI Stadium, Melbourne Live blog updates on RNZ website Analysis: Can the NZ Warriors break the longest active head-to-head losing streak in the NRL, … Read more

The ‘ridiculous and unpredictable’ Kiwi film hitting theatres

Source: Radio New Zealand A New Zealand shoestring budget film that’s got audiences gasping and laughing is touring 21 theatres around the country. Comedy-horror The Weed Eaters, rated R13, debuted at the NZ International Film Festival last year to high praise, and has gone on to win best feature at SXSW Sydney last year. The … Read more

Kiwi cyclist Kiaan Watts banned for throwing punch

Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand cyclist Kiaan Watts wins a stage on the Tour of Southland, 2026. © Tour of Southland 2026 / PHOTOSPORT New Zealand cyclist Kiaan Watts has been banned for 25 days by cycling’s global governing body after he punched a fellow rider in the head during a race last month. … Read more

Conservationists alarmed by new report into New Zealand’s freshwater

Source: Radio New Zealand Modelling estimated 44 percent of New Zealand’s total river length was unsuitable for activities like swimming due to faecal contamination. RNZ / Tess Brunton Conservation advocates say a [https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/591849/sobering-reading-waterways-worsening-around-the-country-report-reveals new report confirms the country’s freshwater is at breaking point. The Ministry for the Environment and StatsNZ’s Our Freshwater 2026 report highlighted … Read more

North Island communities prepare for Cyclone Vaianu

Source: Radio New Zealand The community civil defence group in the settlement of Coville on the Coromandel Peninsula, testing a generator. Supplied Some North Island communities are preparing for the full force of Cyclone Vaianu – particularly coastal settlements that have been hit hard by previous storms. Some say they are better equipped now, with … Read more

Do peptides improve workout performance?

Source: Radio New Zealand Peptides are widely marketed as a kind of “holy grail” for workout recovery and physical performance. You may have seen advertisements online claiming these supplements can significantly boost muscle growth, eliminate joint pain, and accelerate recovery times. As the prevalence of joint-related issues such as osteoarthritis rises, many people are also … Read more

NZ film director Michael Seresin’s grandson Finbar Sullivan fatally stabbed in London park

Source: Radio New Zealand Finbar Sullivan. Supplied / London Metropolitan Police The 21-year-old grandson of acclaimed New Zealand filmmaker Michael Seresin has been stabbed to death in a busy London park. London Metropolitan Police have named Finbar Sullivan as the victim of a stabbing in Primrose Hill on Tuesday evening, local time. Detectives said police … Read more

How to save – or make – money during a fuel crisis

Source: Radio New Zealand Set yourself a limit on how much money you spend on discretionary items. 123RF Households around the country are under increasing financial pressure, as the cost of fuel rises – so what can you do if you’re feeling the pinch? RNZ asked experts for their tips. Cut spending Enrich Retirement founder … Read more

Netball: ANZ Premiership at tipping point after decade

Source: Radio New Zealand Tayla Earle in action for Northern Mystics against Southern Steel last season. Photosport Analysis: Netball New Zealand should be celebrating a milestone 10th season of the sport’s domestic showpiece, but instead officials are working furiously to secure its future. The country’s elite netballers are about to head into a third season … Read more

Whanganui residents nostalgic over demolition of much-loved landmark

Source: Radio New Zealand Whanganui Neville Gorrie was the castle’s most recent owner. RNZ/Robin Martin Whanganui residents are preparing to farewell a much-loved local landmark before its demolition – Liffiton Castle . The former villa-turned-mock-castle is a familiar site to travellers on the State Highway 3 link to Wellington – and has, for decades, been … Read more

Need for quality, accurate and timely financial reporting critical: FMA

Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF The Financial Markets Authority says the need for quality, accurate and timely financial reporting is critical as global volatility increases uncertainty for businesses and investors. “Investors need to be able to understand how relevant market conditions were considered at the time the financial statements were prepared,” FMA head of audit … Read more

Super Rugby Pacific: Hurricanes, Blues in top-of-table battle

Source: Radio New Zealand The Blues head to Wellington this weekend to meet the high-flying Hurricanes. Photosport Normality resumes. After a shortened Easter round, we return to five weekend games, as we head into the second half of the Super Rugby Pacific season. Round nine sees the two top teams go to battle in Wellington, … Read more