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Source: New Zealand Police Investigations into a woman’s death in Kaihu after she was attacked by dogs last week are continuing. Emergency services responded to the rural address off State Highway 12 at about 11.25am on 17 February. Sadly, Mihiata Te Rore had suffered unsurvivable injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Detective Senior … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 23 February 2026 A coastal seabird, tākapu disperse widely to feed on squid and fish in waters over New Zealand’s continental shelf, including harbours, estuaries and bays. Their detailed flightpaths have previously been unknown to researchers. In October 2025, 15 tākapu from the Muriwai colony in West Auckland were fitted … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Labour leader Chris Hipkins is set to deliver a State of the Nation speech in Auckland, but the party is not promising many bells and whistles ahead of the address. Hipkins will speak to the Auckland Business Chamber, just as National leader Christopher Luxon did in January – although Labour’s is … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand (File photo) Mt Taranaki. RNZ/Sally Round One person is in a critical condition and two are seriously injured after five climbers got into trouble on Mt Taranaki. Senior Sergeant Andy Guy said emergency services were called to the area at 2.15 pm on Sunday. He said the climbers were were taken … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Auckland High Court. RNZ / Simon Rogers The trial of two men facing charges related to the wrongful conviction of Alan Hall in the 1980s has been delayed. Hall was sentenced to life in prison in 1985 for the murder of Arthur Easton, but he was acquitted by the Supreme … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Genesis Energy chief executive Malcolm Johns . Supplied / Brett Phibbs / PhibbsVisuals Brimming hydro lakes and less use of coal and gas have powered Genesis Energy to a strong lift in half year profit, as it moved to raise $400m to finance new generation projects. Key numbers for the half-year … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to West Coast Area Investigations Manager, Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Brent Lyford: Police are appealing for information following an unprovoked assault at an address in Greymouth on the weekend. On Saturday 21 February, around 11.15pm, Police received a report that man had entered an address on Reid Street, Blaketown and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has today announced that Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei will open a charter school called Te Kura o Ngāti Whātua ki Tamaki in Term 3 2026. “Every child deserves the opportunity to learn and grow in ways which are more specific to their needs. Today’s announcement demonstrates the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The “Blood Moon” is pictured during an eclipse in the night sky over Sydney on September 8, 2025. AFP / DAVID GRAY It might pay to stay up late next week with a total lunar eclipse taking place. According to Stardome, the only lunar eclipse of 2026 will begin on Tuesday, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand State Highway 1, near Redwood Pass, was closed for six hours while the serious crash unit conducted a scene examination. Google Maps A third person has died after a crash between a car and a campervan on State Highway 1 in Marlborough. Emergency services were called to the crash near Redwood … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Chorus’s chief executive said the company had coped with tougher economic times and restrained consumer spending, as it looked to become an all-fibre operation. RNZ Telecommunications company Chorus posted a modest half-year profit on the back of a lift in sales and connections to its fibre network, and lower costs. Key … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A record 235 primary care registered nurses will begin advanced education this year – nearly doubling the number originally planned – following strong demand for the Government’s new Registered Nurse Primary Care Scholarships, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Last year we committed to supporting up to 120 primary care registered nurses … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 23 February 2026 The free annual hunting competition has been run by DOC’s Maniapoto team, with support from the NZ Deerstalkers Association (NZDA), for more than 30 years. Allan – who’s been a part of the NZDA for 30 years – has been involved in for the competition numerous times, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand pole vaulter Imogen Ayris. Simon Stacpoole / www.photosport.nz The Athletics New Zealand selectors have a dilemma on their hands as they try to finalise their squad for next month’s World Indoor Championships in Poland. New Zealand’s three female pole vaulters are fighting for just two spots at the event. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Campervan operator Tourism Holdings (THL) says strong growth in its rental business has helped drive first-half net profit up 17 percent, with revenue growth of 4 percent. “Our rentals business remains the engine of THL’s business model and continues to power our global revenue performance,” chief executive Grant Webster said. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Eagle-eyed Police who spotted a vehicle driving with no lights on through the streets of Papakura overnight have taken a pair into custody. At about 12.30am, a vehicle travelling with its lights off sped past a Police car on Great South Road. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm a third person has died following a serious crash on State Highway One near Redwood Pass. Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash at around 10.40am on Sunday 22 February. Two people died at the scene, and three others were transported to hospital with serious to critical … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Gill Bonnett Changes to the United Kingdom’s entry requirements for dual citizens come into force on Wednesday, but a last-minute update has added further confusion according to travel agents. Late last year, the British government announced anyone classed as a British citizen would soon need a valid UK passport to enter … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Emergency services were at the scene. (File photo) RNZ A pedestrian has been hit by a car in Te Anau. Police said the crash was reported at 8.45am on Monday on Town Centre, in Te Anau. The road was closed between Te Anau Terrace and Miro St. Police said the pedestrian … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Police said the vehicle hit a tree and flipped onto its side in the middle of the road. RNZ / REECE BAKER A person has died after they were injured in a crash where a vehicle hit a tree and flipped in Auckland. Emergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Catherine, Princess of Wales and Prince William, Prince of Wales, arrive at the BAFTA British Academy Film Awards in London, on 22 February, 2026.Jaimi Joy / POOL / AFP ‘One Battle After Another’ US singer-songwriter and actor Teyana Taylor.AFP / Adrian Dennis ‘Bugonia’ US actress Emma Stone.AFP / Adrian Dennis ‘Spider-Man: … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The redundancies were forced on Health NZ by government cuts, says the PSA. RNZ Spending millions on redundancy payouts for non-clinical staff at Health NZ is a “disgraceful waste of money”, says the PSA union. Te Whatu Ora made nearly $58 million in redundancy payouts between late 2023 and 2025. In … Read more
Source: World Vision This week as Ukraine marks the grim anniversary of four years of war and a growing mental health crisis, World Vision New Zealand is funding a digital chatbot to help caregivers support children living through conflict. Four years of armed combat, bombings, and death have scarred children and nearly 85% of households … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Fisher & Paykel Healthcare has upped its full year revenue and profit guidance on the back of “good growth” in its full range of hospital products. “We have continued to see good growth across the full range of our hospital products so far during our second half,” managing director Lewis Gradon … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to the presentation of a Certificate of Appreciation to Samson Aruwa in recognition of his courageous actions at a critical incident in Dunedin on the night of 5 October 2019. On that night, during a life threatening crowd crush at a student gathering, Samson demonstrated exceptional courage, calmness, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Customs Minister Casey Costello will travel to Honolulu this week to represent New Zealand at the United States’ Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security, and Shared Prosperity Summit. “The Summit is an important opportunity for New Zealand to strengthen partnerships that support the Pacific’s long‑term prosperity and resilience,” Ms Costello says. “Stronger economic connections, resilient … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has confirmed it will buy up to $200 million of new Genesis Energy shares as part of a capital raise announced by the company this morning. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the raise will support and advance the Government’s goals for secure and affordable energy. “We confirmed last year … Read more