Waitārere Beach shooting: Three people still fighting for their lives in hospital

Source: Radio New Zealand Police at the scene of the Waitārere Beach shooting. RNZ/Mark Papalii Police say they remain in the early stages of an investigation into a shooting that left three people critically injured and a man dead, and are yet to speak to the injured survivors. A man, identified by his sister as … Read more

Is hyaluronic acid all hype? We look at the science

Source: Radio New Zealand If you’ve picked up a skincare product recently, it might have included hyaluronic acid as one of the ingredients. But far from just being a buzzy beauty ingredient, the well-advertised molecule exists throughout our body in our organs and tissues. Hyaluronic acid also plays a crucial role in the way our … Read more

Benjamin Timmins’ body undergoes post-mortem

Source: Radio New Zealand Benjamin Timmins. Supplied The body of Benjamin Timmins is set to undergo a post-mortem. Police were called to the Waitārere Beach Road address by a silent 111 call, made by a child at the scene, where they found four people with gunshot wounds. A 60-year old man, who family have identified … Read more

White bread price up 60 percent – here’s how much more expensive food got last year

Source: Radio New Zealand Public domain Food prices rose 4 percent over 2025, Stats NZ, says, and the price of a loaf of bread lifted almost 60 percent. It has released the latest food price data, which shows that the annual rate of inflation slowed slightly in December, down from 4.4 percent in the 12 … Read more

Prize money motivating Breakers in tough NBL season

Source: Radio New Zealand Rob Baker from the Breakers wants to win big with Ignite Cup. AAP / Photosport Prior to the tip off of the Australian NBL season, the Breakers knew very little about the league’s latest innovation – now it is the club’s only realistic chance of silverware this season. A new in-season … Read more

Update: Waitārere Beach incident

Source: New Zealand Police To be attributed to Inspector Ross Grantham, Manawatū Area Commander: Police are aware of a number of comments made by family members of the man who died at a Waitārere property this week, however we will not be responding to requests for comment on each of these claims. This is an … Read more

Employment Disputes – Strike period safety warning – NZPFU declines request to agree community safety process

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is warning the public to take care and be vigilant during today’s strike by the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU). The strike will take place between midday and 1pm and will mean responses to emergencies in areas covered by paid firefighters will be delayed. … Read more

Benjamin Timmins’ body undergoes post-mortem, as family grapples with Waitārere Beach shooting

Source: Radio New Zealand Benjamin Timmins. Supplied The body of Benjamin Timmins is set to undergo a post-mortem today, as family grapple with confusion over Wednesday’s events. Police were called to the Waitārere Beach Road address by a silent 111 call, made by a child at the scene, where they found four people with gunshot … Read more

Winston Peters off to Kiribati year after being snubbed

Source: Radio New Zealand Winston Peters will be the first New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister to visit all 17 members of the Pacific Islands Forum. RNZ / Mark Papalii Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters leaves for Kiribati on Sunday after being snubbed by the country’s president last year. Taneti Maamau UN Photo Peters said the … Read more

Northland News – Marris to head Kaipara Moana Remediation Operations

Source: Northland Regional Council Kaipara District Council (KDC) chief executive Jason Marris has been appointed the new Pou Tātaki (General Manager) of Kaipara Moana Remediation (KMR) operational arm Kaipara Maurikura. Kaipara Moana Remediation Joint Committee Chair Tame Te Rangi says Mr Marris offers a profile of more than 25 years of experience in leading, motivating, and … Read more

Fire Safety – Restricted Fire Season in coastal parts of North Otago

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Outdoor fires will need a permit in the coastal area of North Otago from Monday morning, when Fire and Emergency New Zealand brings in a Restricted Fire Season for its Coastal Waitaki Zone. The zone stretches from just south of Palmerston to the Waitaki River and extends about 50km inland. … Read more

Manufacturing starts year by shifting up a gear

Source: New Zealand Government New data showing New Zealand manufacturing is experiencing its highest level of activity since December 2021 signals a strong start to the year, Small Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk says.  The latest BNZ – BusinessNZ Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI) shows the seasonally adjusted PMI for December has risen by 4.4 points compared to November, bringing … Read more

All Blacks: Who is next after Scott Robertson’s sacking?

Source: Radio New Zealand So now what? There’s six months till the All Blacks will play their first test of the year, a not so insignificant showdown with a full strength France in Christchurch. Between now and then, someone needs to be hired to replace Scott Robertson after his tenure was sensationally cut short on … Read more

Former All Blacks captain blasts NZ Rugby after Scott Robertson sacking

Source: Radio New Zealand A former All Blacks captain says New Zealand Rugby was left with no option but to sack Scott Robertson. The coach’s reign came to an end after just two years in the top job following a less than favourable internal review. NZR’s chair David Kirk said they took on a wide … Read more

Winston Peters off to Kiribati a year after being snubbed

Source: Radio New Zealand Winston Peters will be the first New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister to visit all 17 members of the Pacific Islands Forum. RNZ / Mark Papalii Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters leaves for Kiribati on Sunday after being snubbed by the country’s president last year. Taneti Maamau UN Photo Peters said the … Read more

National accounts (income, saving, assets, and liabilities): September 2025 quarter – Stats NZ information release

Source: Statistics New Zealand National accounts (income, saving, assets, and liabilities): September 2025 quarter – information release 15 January 2026 We have developed experimental quarterly estimates for institutional sector accounts and balance sheets, to provide more timely data on New Zealand’s economy. We have published these experimental estimates on a quarterly basis since the first release … Read more

Serious injury outcome indicators: 2000–2024 – work-related injury targets at a glance data released

Source: Statistics New Zealand Serious injury outcome indicators: 2000–2024 – work-related injury targets at a glance data released 15 January 2026 The ‘Work-related injury targets at a glance: 2008–2024’ tables are now available. These tables complete the Serious injury outcome indicators: 2000–2024 release which has been published in two parts to ensure confidence in the quality of … Read more

Three in custody following burglary and flee

Source: New Zealand Police Three people are in custody and enquiries are continuing following a burglary which ended in a 90 minute fleeing driver event across Auckland. Just after 5.30am, Police received a report of three people allegedly smashing their way into a store on Moore Street, Howick. Acting Detective Inspector Chris Robson, Counties Manukau … Read more

SH2 closed between Ōpōtiki and Matawai

Source: New Zealand Police District: Bay of Plenty State Highway 2 has been closed between Ōpōtiki and Matawai due to an earlier slip. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays while detours are in place. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI

Leaders to meet over tourists trashing Blue Spring

Source: Radio New Zealand Blue Springs, near Tirau RNZ/Carol Stiles The tourism minister says she has a meeting planned with the mayor to discuss concerns about the Putāruru Blue Spring being trashed by tourists. Earlier this week, Waikato Regional Council chairperson Warren Maher shared his concerns about the site, which he said was being trashed … Read more

Support from community key in response to Mt Roskill fruit fly find

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Significant work continues in the Auckland suburb of Mt Roskill, with no signs of any further Queensland fruit flies, says Mike Inglis, Biosecurity New Zealand commissioner north. “We’ve had fantastic support from the Mt Roskill community and sector groups to date, and we appreciate their ongoing cooperation with the … Read more

Kiwis set to receive medal bonuses at Olympic Games

Source: Radio New Zealand The bonus structure has been developed in consultation with the NZOC Athletes’ Commission. AFP / MARCO BERTORELLO New Zealand athletes will receive a medal-winning bonus in the upcoming Olympic Games. In addition to sponsorship for the New Zealand Team, Kathmandu will offer bonuses to medal winners at February’s Milano Cortina 2026 … Read more

Two killed in two-vehicle crash in Hamilton

Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Two people have died after a crash in Beerescourt in western Hamlton overnight. Emergency services were called to the two vehicle crash on Te Rapa Road at around 12.30am. Two people were found dead at the scene. The road was closed while the Serious Crash Unit conducted a scene examination, … Read more

Woman charged with murder month after man’s death in Tauranga

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Patrice Allen A woman has been charged with the murder of a man in Tauranga last month. A man was found dead at an address on Fraser Street on 14 December. The woman, initially charged with assault on a person in a relationship, has today been charged with murder … Read more

Scott Robertson sacking ‘couldn’t have come sooner’: former All Blacks captain

Source: Radio New Zealand Scott Robertson’ reign as All Blacks coach came to an end after just two years. Marty Melville A former All Blacks captain says New Zealand Rugby was left with no option but to sack Scott Robertson. The coach’s reign came to an end after just two years in the top job … Read more

Warnings over car heat missing the mark for some dog owners

Source: Radio New Zealand File pic 123RF SPCA inspectors in Bay of Plenty and Waikato have been getting up to four calls a day this summer for dogs left in hot cars. Jason Blair, who leads the local team of inspectors, told Summer Report they were receiving more calls every summer, and the message didn’t … Read more

Fatal crash, Te Rapa Road, Hamilton

Source: New Zealand Police Two people have died following a serious crash in Beerescourt overnight. Emergency services were called to the two vehicle crash at around 12.30am. Sadly, two people were located deceased at the scene. The road was closed while the Serious Crash Unit conduct a scene examination, however is currently being reopened. Enquiries … Read more