Ferry cancellations: Stranded travellers left with thousands in costs

Source: Radio New Zealand Multiple sailings on the Connemara ferry were cancelled due to a problem with the winch that controls the stern door. RNZ / Mark Papalii Bluebridge passengers have been left stranded or out of pocket after several cancelled sailings due to a ramp fault on the Connemara ferry. A problem with the … Read more

East Coast drownings prompt water safety warning

Source: Radio New Zealand Mahia Peninsula. Supplied Police are asking the public to take care in the water after two separate drownings on the North Island’s East Coast in 24 hours. A man died in the water near Wainuiorangi Road in Mahia at about 9.20pm Sunday. On Monday a woman was pulled from the water … Read more

Kiwi wildcard James Watt beaten in first round of ASB tennis classic

Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand’s James Watt during Round 32 Singles Men’s ASB Classic Tennis Tournament at Manuka Doctor Arena. Photosport New Zealand wildcard James Watt has been knocked out in the first round of the men’s ASB Classic tennis tournament in Auckland, losing to Jenson Brooksby in straight sets on centre court 6-4, … Read more

State Highway 1, Rakaia closed following crash

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1/Rakaia Highway is closed near Hatfield Overdale Road following a crash. The two-vehicle crash was reported at 5:50pm. Three people have been seriously injured, a fourth person has sustained moderate injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI

Investing in naturing: DOC and Te Roroa take Waipoua forward

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  12 January 2026 Phase One of the Rākau Rangatira project, opened in December 2024, restored the mana of Tāne Mahuta’s visitor experience, set new standards for kauri protection, and provided a significant boost to Northland’s visitor economy. “We are excited that now Phase Two is ready to continue that momentum,” … Read more

River Road near Clarkin Road closed, Fairfield

Source: New Zealand Police A section of River Road near Clarkin Road will be closed until at least 6pm while Police conduct a vehicle recovery. Motorists are asked to use alternative routes and Police thank the public for their patience. ENDS Issued by the Police Media Centre. MIL OSI

‘Avoid the area’: Police at scene of serious incident in Palmerston North’s Highbury

Source: Radio New Zealand Cordons are in place around Pioneer Highway, police said. Google Maps / Screenshot There’s a large police presence in Palmerston North’s Higbury after a “serious incident” at an address on Pioneer Highway. Police confirmed officers were called to the area at 3.15pm due to the incident. Cordons had been put in … Read more

Urgent care in Napier closed overnight due to staffing issues

Source: Radio New Zealand Napier Health has a nurse-provided overnight urgent care service. Google Maps / Screenshot An overnight urgent care provider in Hawke’s Bay was closed last night and for a number of other days in January due to staffing issues. The service was closed on Sunday, as well as from New Year’s Day … Read more

Government expecting Open Electricity savings by 2027

Source: Radio New Zealand Energy Minister Simon Watts has talked up the prospect of having the services available as early as September. (File photo) RNZ/Mark Papalii The government says bringing in Open Electricity could save you $360 a year through improved competition. Energy Minister Simon Watts was talking up the prospect of having the services … Read more

Pukehina deaths: Investigation into ‘suspicious’ death of woman and ‘unexplained’ death of man ongoing

Source: Radio New Zealand Two people died at a property on Old Coach Rd in Pukehina earlier this month. (File photo) RNZ / REECE BAKER The deaths of a man and a woman at the same Bay of Plenty property earlier this month remain under police investigation. Police were called to a house on Old … Read more

Bus etiquette: Do you need to wave to the driver to get them to stop?

Source: Radio New Zealand Waving down a bus is not required, but it sure helps. RNZ / Mark Papalii Clarification: This story has been updated to add more detail about the bus rules in Christchurch. Whether you’re heading to work before an important morning meeting, or coming home with kids and shopping in tow, there … Read more

Yoyoso, Miniso in liquidation – Temu gets the blame again

Source: Radio New Zealand The Yoyoso store that was on Queen Street, Auckland. Supplied / Google Maps Retail chain Yoyoso has been placed into liquidation owing millions of dollars, and liquidators say it is unlikely unsecured creditors will get their money back. The Yoyoso group includes the retail brands Yoyoso, Miniso and Acecco. Liquidators McDonald … Read more

Police issue water safety reminder after two fatal water-related incidents

Source: New Zealand Police Police are issuing a reminder on water safety after two people have died in two separate water-related incidents across the Eastern District in the last 24 hours. A man died following an incident off Wainuiorangi Road in Mahia at around 9:20pm yesterday. Today, a woman was pulled from the water unresponsive … Read more

‘How do the people break through?’ – third of Māori land considered landlocked

Source: Radio New Zealand Public roads, even if they are unformed, shouldn’t be locked shut RNZ / Tracey Neal Up to a third of Māori land is considered landlocked, meaning owners have no physical access to land they own without obtaining the consent of neighbouring owners. The Outdoor Access Commission Herenga ā Nuku Aotearoa released … Read more

Media OutReach Newswire and Asia News Network (ANN) Form Corporate News Release Partnership

Source: Media Outreach Agreement reaffirms Media OutReach Newswire’s role as the leading newswire for Asia Pacific HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 January 2026 – Asia News Network (ANN) and Media OutReach Newswire have entered a partnership for corporate news releases. The landmark agreement means that Media OutReach Newswire, as the only … Read more

Serious incident, Highbury, Palmerston North

Source: New Zealand Police Police have a visible presence in the Highbury suburb of Palmerston North, as officers respond to a serious incident. Police were called to the address on Pioneer Highway about 3.15pm. Cordons are in place around Pioneer Highway, between Cardiff Street and Botanical Road. Members of the public are asked to avoid … Read more

Golden Globes 2026: All the winners

Source: Radio New Zealand Here is the full list of winners from the 2026 Golden Globe Awards. The latest winner will be added to the top. Refresh this page to stay up to date. Teyana Taylor attends the 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 11, 2026 in Beverly Hills, California. … Read more

TAT Releases Teaser of “Feel All The Feelings”, featuring “LISA” as “Amazing Thailand Ambassador”

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 January 2026 – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has commenced the year 2026 with a new tourism promotion by releasing a teaser for its “Feel All The Feelings” commercial. This is going to be the first TVC to feature “LISA – Lalisa Manobal” … Read more

SL Aesthetic Group Celebrates 22 Years of Growth and Innovation Across Singapore and Southeast Asia

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 January 2026 – SL Aesthetic Group celebrates its 22nd anniversary, marking its growth from a single clinic into a multi-brand medical aesthetics and healthcare group. Founded in Singapore in 2003, the Group has grown to encompass five specialised brands operating more than twenty outlets across … Read more

Hundreds in lower North Island remain without power following strong winds

Source: Radio New Zealand Hundreds of homes in Wairarapa and Manawatū are still without power following high winds over the weekend, PowerCo says. Gusts over 100km/h were recorded in Wellington on Sunday; however, winds have since eased. A total of 3313 homes on the power supplier’s network were cut off at the wind’s height on … Read more

Update on investigation into deaths of two people, Pukehina

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Investigations Manager Tauranga, Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Varnam: Bay of Plenty Police are continuing to investigate the deaths of two people at an address on Old Coach Road in Pukehina. Police are able to confirm that the death of the woman is being treated as suspicious, and the death … Read more

Weather News – Hot weather eases with rain on the way – MetService

Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 12th – Friday 16th January – After a scorching weekend for parts of the country, MetService is forecasting a return to typical summer temperatures for the North Island, while cooler conditions take hold in the South Island. The settled weather lasts for the start of the week before rain arrives … Read more

Farewell Spit stranding: 11 euthanised, 42 returned to sea

Source: Radio New Zealand More than 50 whales became stranded on Thursday at Farewell Spit. Supplied / Project Jonah New Zealand Eleven whales have been euthanised five days on from a mass stranding in Golden Bay. More than 50 whales became stranded on Thursday at Farewell Spit, and over the weekend hundreds of volunteers worked … Read more

Second health provider, Canopy Health, hit in major cyber attack

Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF A leading private provider doing breast cancer diagnosis and treatment took six months to notify some patients or the public of a major cyber attack on its systems. In an update on its website this week, Canopy Health – the largest private medical oncology provider in the country – said … Read more

Man charged after pedestrian run down, police car rammed

Source: Radio New Zealand File image. RNZ / Richard Tindiller A 36-year-old man is due to appear in court after allegedly running down and assaulting a pedestrian in Nelson. Inspector Simon Feltham said police received a report of a vehicle crashing into a person and a fence in Atawhai about 8pm on Sunday. He said … Read more

All the looks from the Golden Globes red carpet

Source: Radio New Zealand The countdown is on for the 83rd Golden Globes, the first major film and TV awards show of the season, as stars hit the red carpet. Top nominees include Leonardo DiCaprio, Timothée Chalamet, Michael B. Jordan, Cynthia Erivo and Emma Stone, with leading TV contenders The Pitt, The White Lotus and … Read more

Quick actions lead to arrests following aggravated robbery

Source: New Zealand Police One person has been arrested and enquiries are continuing following an aggravated robbery in Okaihau yesterday. At about 2.30pm, Police were notified of two people entering a superette on Settlers Way and taking a number of items before presenting a firearm towards the store worker. Detective Sergeant Natalie Syddall, Northland CIB, … Read more