Weather live: Red warning as storm bringing gales, heavy rain to Northland, Coromandel

Source: Radio New Zealand Follow the RNZ liveblog above for the latest updates. A heavy rain warning for Northland and Coromandel Peninsula has now been upgraded to red, with hundreds of millimetres of rain forecast to fall on top of what has already accumulated. It comes after days of downpours flooded areas of the north, … Read more

Newmarket shopkeeper stabbed in attempted Pokémon card theft

Source: Radio New Zealand Three teenagers who allegedly stole items from a Hobby Lords store in Newmarket, as caught on CCTV. Hobby Lords / supplied Three teenage boys have been arrested after the stabbing of a shopkeeper in Auckland’s Newmarket. Senior Sergeant Matt Bunce said the three went boys into Hobby Lords on Broadway at … Read more

Activist News – Protest at today’s National Party caucus retreat – PSNA

Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa Palestine solidarity supporters will be outside the National Party caucus retreat this morning from 10am (Commodore Hotel, 449 Memorial Ave, Ōtautahi/Christchurch) to hold the party to account for complicity in Israel’s on-going genocide in Gaza. “As election year opens we are determined to keep this issue before the government and … Read more

Christopher Luxon throwing Chris Bishop under the bus on housing, says Chris Hipkins

Source: Radio New Zealand Chris Hipkins (Labour) and Chris Bishop (National). RNZ / Marika Khabazi / Reece Baker Chris Hipkins has accused the prime minister of starting this election year by “panicking” and throwing one of his senior ministers “under the bus”. The Labour leader made the comments to Morning Report on Wednesday, ahead of … Read more

Government backs economic growth in Southland

Source: New Zealand Government Southland is set for a major economic boost, with the Government committing a $3.1 million loan through the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) to kickstart an industrial subdivision near Gore, Associate Minister for Regional Development Mark Patterson announced today. “The 43-hectare development is a 50/50 partnership between Ngāi Tahu iwi authority Hokonui … Read more

David Beckham breaks silence after son Brooklyn cuts ties

Source: Radio New Zealand The spat burst out into the open after Brooklyn Beckham, 26, accused his parents of being “controlling” and placing “countless lies” in the media to preserve the facade of a perfect family Speaking to CNBC at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Sir David said he had tried to educate his … Read more

Labour MP Adrian Rurawhe to retire from politics

Source: Radio New Zealand Adrian Rurawhe RNZ / Angus Dreaver Labour MP Adrian Rurawhe has announced he will retire from politics next month. The former Speaker has been in parliament for more than a decade, starting in 2014 as the MP for Te Tai Hauāuru before being ousted by Te Pāti Māori MP Debbie Ngarewa … Read more

Massive solar storm fires up aurora in New Zealand skies

Source: Radio New Zealand An aurora seen from Hoon Hay, Christchurch. Rebecca Bull / RNZ Rays from the biggest solar storm of the last couple of decades hit the Earth overnight, causing aurora visible in both the north and south extremes of the globe. The lights were caused by a storm that nearly hit the … Read more

Parents devastated no one held accountable for disabled son’s death

Source: Radio New Zealand Unsplash / RNZ composite Parents believe poor care by staff and provider led to son’s death They say he should never have been placed in NZCL care facility, and initial assessment was flawed Health and Disability Commissioner found provider breached the code of patients’ rights – but case does not meet … Read more

‘They’re hungry’: Shark warning to Kiwis after spate of Australian attacks

Source: Radio New Zealand Riley ‘Sharkman’ Elliott swimming with a mako shark. Amber Jones Beachgoers, swimmers and surfers are not immune to the risk of shark encounters when taking a dip in New Zealand waters, an expert says. The advice comes amid high alert across the Tasman, following four shark attacks across New South Wales … Read more

Racist threats made to Asian communities accused of stripping Whangaparāoa rockpools

Source: Radio New Zealand People harvesting sea life at Army Bay. Protect Whangaparoa Rockpools Calls for Asians to be deported and threats of physical violence are among some of the latest social media comments aimed at people accused of stripping rockpools and breaching fishing rules. On Saturday, at least a hundred people demonstrated at Army … Read more

Racist threats made to Asian communities accused of stripping rockpools

Source: Radio New Zealand People harvesting sea life at Army Bay. Protect Whangaparoa Rockpools Calls for Asians to be deported and threats of physical violence are among some of the latest social media comments aimed at people accused of stripping rockpools and breaching fishing rules. On Saturday, at least a hundred people demonstrated at Army … Read more

Kiwis smashing it abroad: Lawyer swaps robes for national colours on field

Source: Radio New Zealand Across borders and industries, New Zealanders are carving out space, building influence and exporting creativity. In this series, RNZ speaks to Kiwis making their mark abroad, those coming home, and those living somewhere in between. When Wellington lawyer Natalie Olson pulled on the Thai national women’s football jersey for the first … Read more

Record-breaking year sets Sharesies investors up for 2026 investments

Source: Radio New Zealand Sharesies logo. Supplied Last year was a record-breaking year for the do-it-yourself (DIY) Sharesies investment platform, with investors well-positioned for further investments in 2026. Investor confidence jumped to a three-year high in the last three months of 2025, with the index peaking at 62 in October, before market volatility dampened enthusiasm … Read more

Black Caps batter Bevon Jacobs takes sensational Super Smash form into India T20 series

Source: Radio New Zealand Bevon Jacobs has been the form batter of the domestic Super Smash competition. Photosport Bevon Jacobs’ scorching Super Smash form has not gone unnoticed, even if it’s not quite enough to secure a spot at next month’s T20 World Cup. The Auckland Aces batter was an unlucky omission from the Black … Read more

Weather live: Storm bringing gales, heavy rain with ‘high chance’ of red warnings

Source: Radio New Zealand Follow the RNZ liveblog at the top of the page for the latest updates. Bands of heavy rain are expected to spread south across the motu on Wednesday, as orange heavy rain warnings continue for Northland, Coromandel, Rotorua and Gisborne. It comes after days of downpours flooded areas of the north, … Read more

Police make history with 100 former officers rejoining in 2025

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Commissioner Richard Chambers: New Zealand Police is celebrating a record-breaking year with 100 former officers rejoining in 2025. Last year was by far the largest year in history for rejoins, with more than double the previous record number when 40 officers rejoined in 2023.  “I’m thrilled that we … Read more

Youth arrested after aggravated assault in Newmarket

Source: New Zealand Police Three young people have been apprehended after a shoplifting event became violent in Newmarket. Police responded to the area on Tuesday night after reports of a shoplifting at a hobby store on Broadway, in which a staff member suffered a stab wound. “At around 5.40pm, three young males allegedly stole from … Read more

When should you fix your home loan?

Source: Radio New Zealand Reserve Bank data shows the average two-year special rate has dropped from about 7 percent at the peak to just over 4.5 percent at the end of last year. RNZ The big interest rate question this year will likely be when interest rates start to rise materially again – but borrowers … Read more

What is going on with the Beckham family feud?

Source: Radio New Zealand Many people find the Christmas holidays strain their family relationships, but few go to the extent of issuing lengthy statements on social media about them. If you’re the first-born son of a mega-famous and wealthy power couple, however, it’s the easiest way to stoke a gossip fire that’s been smoking for … Read more

Election date announcement due as MPs gather for caucus retreats

Source: Radio New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon giving his State of the Nation speech on Monday. RNZ / Calvin Samuel Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will announce this year’s general election date, as National MPs gather for their first caucus meetings of the year away from Parliament. National MPs will meet in Christchurch, while Labour MPs … Read more

Whangārei Mayor Ken Couper says some storm damage ‘as bad as you see in north’

Source: Radio New Zealand Whangārei Mayor Ken Couper visits the damages areas around Ōakura. Supplied / Whangārei District Council Whangārei Mayor Ken Couper says the storm damage he witnessed on Tuesday was as severe as any he’s seen in Northland. A precautionary state of emergency is already declared for the Whangārei District as large areas … Read more

100-Day Countdown Begins: Preparations for 6th Asian Beach Games Enter Final Stretch

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 January 2026 – The 6th Asian Beach Games will be held in Sanya, Hainan Province, China from April 22 to 30. The State Council Information Office held a press conference on Jan. 12 to mark the 100-day countdown to the Games and provide an … Read more

Hainan FTP’s first month of island-wide special customs operations boosts economic vitality, sets global benchmark

Source: Media Outreach HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 January 2026 – One month into the island-wide special customs operations, the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) in south China has maintained smooth and orderly functioning, with initial achievements in logistics efficiency, passenger convenience, and economic aggregation, highlighting the country’s commitment to high-level opening … Read more

AsiaBC Brings Award-Winning Incorporation & Asia Market Entry Expertise to UAE’s Global Founders

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR/DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 December 2025 – Asia Business Centre (AsiaBC), a Hong Kong-based leader in corporate services and cross-border startup consultancy, has been named “Outstanding Company Formation Services of the Year“ at the HKCT Business Awards 2025. Presented by the Hong Kong Commercial Times (HKCT), … Read more

Pharmacy error found by HDC: Endometriosis patient given antidepressant, left seriously ill

Source: Radio New Zealand The woman was mistakenly given the antidepressant sertraline instead of the Siterone branded cyproterone she was perscribed for her endometriosis. AFP/ Science Photo Library A young woman was left seriously ill after she was mistakenly given an antidepressant by a pharmacy instead of the prescribed pain relief for endometriosis. The woman, … Read more

Māori local councillors set direction for the next three years.

Source: Radio New Zealand New Plymouth District Councillor and Te Maruata co-chair Dinnie Moeahu. Supplied / NPDC Te Maruata – the national committee of Māori elected members within LGNZ – is celebrating the largest ever cohort of Māori elected members in local government. But it is also looking towards the challenges ahead in the next … Read more