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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 07 May 2026 Source: Department of Conservation and Pioneer Energy The primary purpose of the structures is worker access to the hydro scheme, south of Queenstown, however public usage has surged in recent years, with around 12,000 people crossing the dam and pipeline per year. Because of the significant increase in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Luke Metcalf has played twice at five-eighth for the Warriors in 2026. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport Reports Warriors half Luke Metcalf is seeking reassurance about his future role are being met with no comment from the club. Metcalf, 27, was a key re-signing over the summer – extending his stay at Mt Smart … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A Police Tactical Dog Team was on the scent of fleeing youths last week, tracking them through Northland bush for over a kilometre. Just after midnight on 2 May, Police received reports of a group attempting to steal vehicles in Kerikeri and Whangārei. Northland District Prevention Manager, Inspector Dean Robinson, says … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Inspector Matenga Gray, Area Commander Manawatu A man is in court this morning following a Police stop which found him in possession of a pistol, drugs and a large amount of cash. Just after 11.30pm last night, Police were patrolling on Hobson Street in Feilding and observed a man … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Minister Hon Andrew Hoggard visited Silver Fern Farms in Dunedin to hear how the company is responding to growing export market demand for credible nature and biodiversity outcomes. “For many buyers, demonstrating real nature outcomes is becoming part of the licence to trade – affecting both access and price,” Mr … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement for members of Association of Salaried Medical Specialists (ASMS), who represent Senior Medical Officers. “I am pleased for the approximately 5,500 senior doctors who will benefit from this agreement. Senior doctors play a critical role in our healthcare … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is progressing work to replace the Royal New Zealand Navy’s aging frigates as part of broader efforts to strengthen New Zealand’s Defence capability, Defence Minister Chris Penk has announced. “As a remote island nation, maritime security underpins New Zealand’s economic prosperity. Our safety, international connectivity and the vast majority of our trade is dependent … Read more
Source: Privacy Commissioner Kia hiwa rā, kia hiwa rāKia hiwa rā ki tēnei tukuKia hiwa rā ki tērā tukuKia tū, kia oho,kia mataara! Privacy is precious – help protect itThe Office of the Privacy Commissioner is Aotearoa New Zealand’s privacy regulator, protecting the taonga that is personal information. Our mahi addresses systemic and population-scale privacy … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Brendon and Trina Cole were found dead at a rural property in Ruatiti last December. SUPPLIED A 30-year-old is facing murder charges in relation to the December deaths of Brendon and Trina Cole. The bodies of 56-year-old Brendon Leigh Cole and 54-year-old Trina Michelle Cole were found at a rural property … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has launched a new prevention initiative for parents and caregivers to help keep New Zealand children safe from sexual harm, Associate Minister for ACC Nicola Grigg says. Little Matters is a set of 10 everyday actions that the adults in young children’s lives can take to build healthy relationships and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Urgent, decisive action is needed on how communities will pay for the costs of adapting to climate change, a major new report says. Climate-driven severe weather events were already causing “long-lasting hurt, grief and fear”, and tens of thousands more people would likely be exposed to hazards by 2050, the Climate … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Santana Minerals CEO Damien Spring who says Cromwell is well placed to benefit from the mine. RNZ / Katie Todd The company behind the Bendigo‑Ophir gold project in Central Otago has received Overseas Investment Office consent to purchase the land required to progress the development. It’s a project that has faced … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Several edits have been made to this story for clarity and to include the developer’s reply on claims kiwi are present in the area. A developer is calling on the Upper Hutt City Council to let it build what it believes to be a crucial road, so it can construct 1600 … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Public Health Summer School – Otago University Youthline says it is undertaking an average of three emergency interventions a day, up from one a week five years ago. On Wednesday, the helpline released a new report that found young people are facing a perfect storm of mental health distress, rising living … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm a 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged in relation to the deaths of Brendon and Trina Cole on Murumuru Road in December 2025. Detective Inspector Gerard Bouterey says this arrest represents a significant milestone for the investigation team and Police are pleased to have this result for … Read more
Source: Banking Ombudsman Scheme Delays in processing payments while banks conduct fraud checks can be frustrating but are necessary to prevent scams, says the Banking Ombudsman. Nicola Sladden said the scheme recently investigated a case in which a customer was unhappy with such a delay, and the consequences it caused. The customer asked the bank to transfer $500,000 … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Elon Musk is suing OpenAI and its chief executive, Sam Altman, alleging the company abandoned the public-interest mission on which it was built. New research suggests Musk has a point, though the full picture is complex. The article, OpenAI: Governance for Public Good or Private Gain? by Alexandra Andhov (University … Read more
Source: Consumer NZ Consumer NZ has opened nominations for the worst businesses, services and products in Aotearoa New Zealand – the ones that have excelled at letting consumers down. It’s time for the Yeah, Nah Awards 2026. “If you’ve been at the pointy end of a bad experience that’s cost you time or money, given … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing up to $7.1 million to upgrade six Great Rides cycle trails, strengthening regional tourism and safety, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston and Conservation Minister Tama Potaka say. “This investment supports the continued growth of New Zealand’s world-renowned cycle trails, one of our most successful regional tourism … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has been a vocal supporter of making English an official language in New Zealand. A bill doing just that is now before Parliament. VNP / Phil Smith Explainer – You’re reading this in English right now – but should English be an official language? Parliament … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand There are heavy rain warnings for the north and west of the South Island. METSERVICE / SCREENSHOT Heavy rain is expected for the parts of the South Island through until the weekend with MetService issuing orange heavy rain warnings. MetService said heavy rain was expected for most of the West Coast … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is moving to permanently shut down loopholes that allowed children adopted overseas to be brought into unsafe homes, says Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee. The Overseas Adoptions Legislation Bill is being introduced to Parliament today and replaces last year’s temporary suspension with a stronger, enduring system that puts child … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Will O’Rourke returns to the Blackcaps test squad, after recovering from a stress fracture. PHOTOSPORT The return of two key fast bowlers, and the maiden selection of a batting allrounder, are the highlights in the Blackcaps squad to play upcoming test matches against Ireland and England. Kyle Jamieson and Will O’Rourke … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Piha beach, west of Auckland City, is considered one of New Zealand’s most dangerous beaches. RNZ / Rayssa Almeida Surf lifeguards at Auckland’s notoriously dangerous Piha beach have raised questions with police about possible delays in activating rescues at the drowning blackspot. One spoke up about worries over helicopters being delayed, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Justin Evans, 24, disappeared from Papa Stronsay in Scotland. Supplied / Scotland Police A body had been found in the water near a remote Sottish island where a New Zealand monk disappeared last month. Justin Evans, 24, went missing from the Golgotha Monastery, on Papa Stronsay, shortly before midnight on April … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand An inset of Tom Phillips and one of the campsites he used. RNZ / Supplied / Police Police are assessing their media and communications team including whether it’s “resourced in the right places”. It comes as police review the processes around the management of a Tom Phillips documentary. In response to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A developer is calling on the Upper Hutt City Council to let it build what it believes to be a crucial road through native bush, so it can construct 1600 homes. Guildford Timber Company (GTC) wants to build the road through an area of council-owned land known as the Silverstream Spur, … Read more