Hipikins speech like ‘lump of jelly’ filled with sentiment, says Willis

Source: Radio New Zealand Chris Hipkins’ State of the Nation speech read like a “lump of jelly” filled with sentiment, but no concrete plans, and that Chat GPT could have written it, says Nationals’ deputy leader. Nicola Willis is calling for a contest of “actual ideas” with the Labour leader, because if the party does … Read more

Christchurch father and son in hospital after ‘bloodbath’ dog attack

Source: Radio New Zealand Emergency services at a house in Bryndwr, Christchurch. Sam Sherwood / RNZ A dog attack that left a Christchurch father and his teenage son in hospital resembled a bloodbath, a friend of the dogs’ owner says. The father and son were visiting a friend in Bevin Place in Bryndwr on Saturday … Read more

Youth arrested following aggravated robbery in Palmerston North

Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested and charged a 16-year-old male following an aggravated robbery at a commercial premises in Palmerston North at the weekend. Detective Senior Sergeant Dave Thompson says at around 2pm on Saturday 21 February, Police were called to the premises on The Square after a person armed with a knife … Read more

Anaplan Launches AWS Data Center in Singapore to Enhance Global Reach and Support Local Enterprises

Source: Media Outreach New location expands company’s global infrastructure, while offering faster data processing, robust security measures and regulatory compliance SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 February 2026 – Anaplan, the global leader in AI‑driven scenario planning and analysis, today announced the launch of its new Amazon Web Services data center in Singapore. This … Read more

Stolen historic war medals found during search, Palmerston North

Source: New Zealand Police Police want to find the owners of four historic war medals, that were recovered during a search warrant in Palmerston North. Police conducted a search warrant today, at an address in Kelvin Grove. During the search, the pictured medals were found and recovered, and are believed to be stolen. The medals … Read more

Million dollar pay day for golfer Ryan Fox

Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz It was a top 10 finish for Auckland golfer Ryan Fox on the PGA Tour. Fox carded a final round four under par 67 to finish at 12 under and in a tie for seventh at the Genesis Invitational in California. He started the … Read more

Trad To Tech: Craftsmanship Growing Inside the Most Beautiful Homes as MIFF Leads the Way

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 February 2026 – At the Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF), a master craftsperson brings a solid wood tabletop to fruition, overseeing finish, joinery and the quiet patience required to get it right. Just steps away, a sleek, minimalist booth hums softly, where beds … Read more

NZ Rugby agrees to new deal with players

Source: Radio New Zealand The agreement includes the expansion of the medical, life and trauma insurance cover to include Aupiki players. ©INPHO/Billy Stickland / PHOTOSPORT A greater investment in health and well-being, and rewards for long service are among the changes to the new collective agreement between players and New Zealand Rugby. The New Zealand … Read more

Rugby: Tevita Ofa hopes to follow in Julian Savea’s footsteps

Source: Radio New Zealand Tevita Ofa wants to emulate the impact Savea had on his younger self on the next generation. Brett Phibbs / www.photosport.nz Shaking his idol Julian Savea’s hand was a surreal moment for an 11-year-old Tevita Ofa. Now in 2026, he calls him team-mate. “He was my favourite player growing up. He … Read more

Man charged over indecent assaults near North Shore schools

Source: New Zealand Police North Shore Police have arrested a man over alleged indecent assaults against high school students and a staff member in recent months. Quick reporting meant units quickly caught up with the man in the Milford area last week. Relieving Waitematā East Area Commander Mike Rickards says the staff member was on … Read more

Tonga to miss out on Moana match again

Source: Radio New Zealand The franchise has again made the decision to cancel this year’s round nine fixture against the Chiefs in Tonga, initially scheduled to take place at Teufaiva Stadium. Andy Radka/ActionPress The Pacific Islands will once again be without Super Rugby in 2026. Tonga was set to host Moana Pasifika against the Chiefs … Read more

Baby died while nurse went on break, Health and Disability Commissioner says

Source: Radio New Zealand Unsplash / RNZ composite A slightly premature baby who died while the nurse caring for him was on a break should have been checked while she was away, an investigation has found. The Health and Disability Commissioner report said the case highlighted the challenges of caring for late pre-term babies, those … Read more

Samson Aruwa, who rescued people from a fatal stairwell pile up at a Dunedin student flat recognised for courage

Source: Radio New Zealand Sophia Crestani died at the Dunedin party in 2019. Facebook The man who rescued people from a fatal stairwell pile up at a Dunedin student party is being recognised for his courageous actions. University of Otago student Sophia Crestani died at the overcrowded party in October 2019, with a Coroner finding … Read more

Keeper Security Expands Relationship With Ingram Micro to Broaden Availability of Privileged Access Management in Singapore

Source: Media Outreach Expansion strengthens cybersecurity resilience by delivering a modern, scalable privileged access solution SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 February 2026 – Keeper Security, the leading zero-trust and zero-knowledge Privileged Access Management (PAM) platform, is expanding its relationship with Ingram Micro to increase the availability of KeeperPAM® in Singapore. Through Ingram Micro’s … Read more

WNBA back on fit-again Charlisse Leger-Walker’s radar

Source: Radio New Zealand Charlisse Leger-Walker of the UCLA Bruins. RONALD MARTINEZ After an injury delay, Tall Fern Charlisse Leger-Walker’s dream of becoming just the second New Zealander to play in basketball’s WNBA is back on track. A torn ACL sidelined Leger-Walker from United States college basketball for the majority of last season and forced … Read more

Labour’s Chris Hipkins to put ‘affordability’ at the heart of election year decisions

Source: Radio New Zealand Labour leader Chris Hipkins has taken aim at the government’s cost of living and climate policies in his State of the Nation speech in Auckland. Hipkins did not announce any new policy in the speech on Monday, repeating his promise that the public would see a “different” Labour to 2023. “Labour … Read more

Chris Greenacre steps in as Wellington Phoenix coach for fourth time

Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington Phoenix interim coach Chris Greenacre, right pictured with former head coach Ufuk Talay in 2021. Andrew Cornaga / www.photosport.nz Chris Greenacre has taken over as head coach of the Wellington Phoenix for the forseeable future following the abrupt departure of Giancarlo Italiano. Greenacre is stepping up from his role at … Read more

South Taranaki councillor ‘disgusted’ at behaviour of ‘hostile’ group at car meet

Source: Radio New Zealand Police officers retreated after their car was surrounded by what they describe as a “hostile” group of people at a car meet in Taranaki. Supplied / YouTube A South Taranaki District councillor says she’s “disgusted” at the behaviour of a “hostile” group of people who forced a police patrol into retreat … Read more

Three properties red-stickered in flood-hit Banks Peninsula

Source: Radio New Zealand Flooding at Little River Cafe. Cameron Gordon/Supplied Three properties have been red-stickered on Canterbury’s flood-hit Banks Peninsula after torrential rain last week. The local state of emergency on the peninsula was lifted by Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger at 12.30pm on Monday. The area was lashed by heavy rain last week, causing … Read more

‘No doubt’ new move-on orders for homeless will drain police resources

Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf.com Requiring police officers to shift rough sleepers from one place to another could see other crime work delayed or dropped, the Police Association’s boss says. The government is giving officers new powers to move on rough sleepers or people displaying disorderly behaviour in town and city centres. Breaching an order, … Read more

Critics urge coalition to slow down on MSD law change

Source: Radio New Zealand Minister for Social Development Louise Upston. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Lawyers and health professionals are urging the government to slow down a law change, making it legal to claw back welfare supports once someone has been backpaid for an ACC claim. The coalition, with Labour’s support, is moving to quickly pass … Read more

Dogs euthanised after killing Mihiata Te Rore in Northland

Source: Radio New Zealand Mihiata Te Rore, 62, was killed by dogs at a Kaihu property. Supplied Police have confirmed the dogs that killed a woman in Northland have been euthanised. Mihiata Te Rore, 62, was attacked by three dogs while visiting a property in Kaihu, North of Dargaville, last week. She was pronounced dead … Read more

‘Not a first responder’: Lake Taupō harbourmaster speak on rescue of boy from burning boat

Source: Radio New Zealand Lake Taupō. (File photo) RNZ / Libby Kirkby-McLeod The Lake Taupō harbourmaster has clarified its role in rescues with Fire and Emergency after FENZ struggled to get hold of them when a boy was rescued just before Christmas. The harbourmaster helped search for a 14-year-old who had jumped off a burning … Read more

Five rescued from Mount Taranaki

Source: New Zealand Police Five climbers have been safely rescued off Mount Taranaki following a significant search and rescue operation yesterday. At around 2:15pm, emergency services received reports of a group of climbers in trouble on the mountain, with one person under CPR. Acting Sergeant David Bentley, Search and Rescue Incident Controller says the Search … Read more

Labour leader Chris Hipkins put to make ‘affordability’ at the heart of all decisions

Source: Radio New Zealand Labour leader Chris Hipkins has taken aim at the government’s cost of living and climate policies in his State of the Nation speech in Auckland. Hipkins did not announce any new policy in the speech on Monday, repeating his promise that the public would see a “different” Labour to 2023. “Labour … Read more

Man sought after allegedly entering home, assaulting occupant in Greymouth

Source: Radio New Zealand Police are asking for anyone who has seen a man matching the description, or any suspicious behaviour in the area to get in touch. 123RF Police are seeking the public’s help to find a man accused of entering a home and assaulting one of the occupants in Greymouth. Police said the … Read more

Illegal lender, Nane Easy Loan Finance Services, charged 15 percent interest per week

Source: Radio New Zealand The Commerce Commission is trying to contact borrowers who had a loan from Ilaisaane Malupo, trading as Nane Easy Loan Finance Services. (File photo) 123RF The Commerce Commission is looking for borrowers who might have received illegal loans from a lender in South Auckland. Ilaisaane Malupo, trading as Nane Easy Loan … Read more