Police appeal for information to locate pair, Christchurch

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Senior Sergeant Roy Appley: Christchurch Police investigating the burglary of two mountain bikes are seeking the public’s assistance to identify the two people pictured. We believe the two people pictured may have some information that could assist in our enquiries into a burglary on Bealey Avenue. On Sunday 1 … Read more

RIF investment supports Māori horticulture

Source: New Zealand Government Government investment in two horticulture developments on underutilised Māori land will unlock economic potential in Northland and Waikato, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka say. “These Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) investments will bring collectively owned Māori land into productive use in these regions. They will strengthen … Read more

Kauri Protection Education Trailer: Te Ara Mātauranga o Te Kauri to launch at Waitangi

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  05 February 2026 This mobile kauri education resource brings a unique multi-sensory experience to the people of Te Tai Tokerau and its visitors. The public are invited to visit from 9:30 am at the sports field, M1, opposite the Treaty Grounds. The innovative advocacy and education platform results from a … Read more

Green Member’s Bill to recognise the personhood of tohorā

Source: Green Party Green Party MP Teanau Tuiono has launched his Member’s Bill to recognise whales as legal persons with inherent rights, including the right to freedom of movement, a healthy environment, and the ability to thrive alongside humanity.  “Our tohorā are sacred ancestors for many communities across Te Moana Nui a Kiwa, but they are under threat from … Read more

Man arrested following Taupō CBD fire

Source: New Zealand Police The quick action of Police has resulted in the arrest of one person following an investigation into a suspicious fire at a commercial premises on Oruanui Street in Taupō. The fire was reported to emergency services around 10.30pm on Tuesday 3 February. One property sustained substantial damage, and spread to the … Read more

Lanes blocked, Southern Motorway, Auckland

Source: New Zealand Police The Southern motorway is down to one lane following a four-vehicle crash this afternoon. The crash was reported to Police at 4.05pm. One vehicle has flipped on to its side and is blocking the right-hand lanes. There are multiple injuries reported ranging from minor to moderate. Motorists are asked to delay … Read more

Joint action stops 4.2 tonnes of cocaine

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand agencies have collaborated with French authorities in a major international operation that has intercepted 4.24 tonnes of cocaine in French Polynesia, Customs Minister Casey Costello announced today. The New Zealand Customs Service, New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) supported French authorities, with assistance … Read more

Crime spree ends in custody

Source: New Zealand Police Police have thwarted a small crime wave across a west Auckland suburb, with a man facing a raft of burglary charges. Waitematā West Tactical Crime Unit has been investigating the spree of offending in recent weeks in Glen Eden. Police have laid four burglary charges, with a further 10 burglaries still … Read more

Woman arrested after elderly people targeted

Source: New Zealand Police A brazen offender allegedly ripping off elderly people across Hamilton and Auckland communities will face court. Police executed a search warrant at a Rānui property today, investigating fraud and burglary offending between December 2025 and January 2026. A 37-year-old woman has been arrested and now faces court, as enquiries continue. Detective … Read more

Name release, fatal crash, Springston

Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the person who died following a crash in Springston on 4 February. He was 10-year-old Alexander Bennett, of Springston. Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. ENDS Issued by Police Media … Read more

Road closed, Cambridge Road near SH 1

Source: New Zealand Police Cambridge Road near Racecourse Road heading towards State Highway 1 is closed following a two-vehicle collision, reported just after 2pm. Three people are injured, one in a serious condition and two sustaining moderate injuries. They are receiving medical attention. The road will remain closed as emergency services work the scene. The … Read more

Christopher Luxon – Waitangi Speech

Source: New Zealand Government E ngā mana, e ngā reo, e ngā rau Rangatira mā. Tēnā koutou katoa. Ki ngā mate, haere, haere, haere atu ra. Kia tatou te hoonga ora. E te hau kainga,  Te Whare Tapu o Ngapuhi  Ki runga, i te kaupapa, o, te kotahitanga. Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, Tēna tātou katoa. … Read more

“Eighty-nine new cops for the new year

Source: New Zealand Police Friends and family members from all over New Zealand celebrated with their loved ones at Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua today, when Wing 392 graduated from their initial course. Deputy Police Commissioner Mike Pannett addressed the wing alongside members of the police executive and wing patron, Raelene Castle, Ngāpuhi ONZM. “Once … Read more

Construction of rail crossing bridges a step closer

Source: Auckland Transport Date: 18 December 2025 New bridges for drivers and pedestrians over the rail lines in Takanini are a step closer with the award of a construction contract for new bridges to replace rail level crossings.  Auckland Transport (AT) has announced the appointment of Fulton Hogan as the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) partner … Read more

Months of work in just two weeks as Eastern Busway moves closer

Source: Auckland Transport Date: 17 December 2025 About 2,500 tonnes of asphalt will be laid in just two weeks while the Ti Rākau Drive/Pakūranga Highway intersection is closed from 27 December 2025 to 12 January 2026. The closure allows Auckland Transport’s Eastern Busway alliance crews to complete months of work in just two weeks. Auckland … Read more

Environment Canterbury steps in on stench

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Chair Dr Deon Swiggs says the regional council’s responsibilities are very clear: while the Christchurch City Council owns and operates the sewage treatment plant, Environment Canterbury’s job is to ensure it meets the conditions of its resource consent. One of the key conditions is that odour should not leave the … Read more

Early warning: Enhancing Canterbury’s flood warning system

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council During a flood we: Have dedicated knowledgeable staff who actively manage the flood defence systems (such as stop banks and floodgates), make field observations and give advice on the performance of the assets protecting the community. Our technology measures and transmits rainfall and river level data in real-time. Stand up … Read more

Turn local ideas into environmental action — funding closing soon

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 03 Feb 2026 From weekend planting days to stream clean-ups, predator control and education projects, community groups across Waitaha Canterbury are already doing incredible work for the environment – often powered by volunteers, passion and local know-how. Now, we’re inviting community groups across Waitaha Canterbury to take their ideas … Read more

What you need to know about the Nīkau Palm Valley Bay vessel incident

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Preliminary assessment Initial assessments undertaken on Monday show the vessel has sustained more significant damage than originally anticipated. It is likely that the full amount of marine diesel fuel that was on the vessel has been released to the sea; observations are showing us that the environment is coping with … Read more

Councillors gather to discuss submissions on “consequential reforms”

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council “These are the most consequential reforms that New Zealand has faced for quite some time and there is a lot at stake” Chair Swiggs said. Canterbury Regional Council plans to file submissions regarding rates capping, the Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill, and Simplifying Local Government proposal. Staff prepared the … Read more

Expert hearing panel confirmed for proposed Plan Change 120

Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council and the Government have confirmed the appointment of the expert group that will lead hearings on proposed Plan Change 120.   Known as an ‘independent hearings panel’, the group is made up of nine members with extensive backgrounds in planning, natural hazards, law, infrastructure, transport, economics, design, landscape, cultural values and tikanga Māori.  Mayor of Auckland, Wayne Brown, welcomes the appointments to the panel.  “I’m pleased … Read more

Auckland celebrates the City Rail Link’s first finished station neighbourhood

Source: Auckland Council The Waitematā Station Plaza and eastern glasshouse entrance to the station are open, completing the City Rail Link’s first station neighbourhood in the city centre.  This is the first of three above ground renewal programmes being delivered around CRL stations by the Auckland Council group and City Rail Link Limited, in the … Read more

Top 10 city centre wins in 2025

Source: Auckland Council We reflect on another year of renewal and vibrancy in the city centre.  Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson welcomes the opportunity at the end of the year to look back and appreciate the visible progress on so many fronts, evident throughout Auckland. “2025 has been another busy year of renewal in the city … Read more

Inside the consent process that cleared the path for New Zealand’s first IKEA

Source: Auckland Council If you’ve driven past Sylvia Park lately, you’ll have noticed a giant blue-and-yellow newcomer has arrived! Getting the green light for New Zealand’s first IKEA store at Sylvia Park wasn’t as simple as dropping in some flat-packs and grabbing an Allen key! The construction, now complete, was one of the most technically … Read more

Last call for feedback on Auckland’s future housing plan

Source: Auckland Council Aucklanders have until 5pm on Friday 19 December to make a submission on Proposed Plan Change 120, which updates Auckland’s planning rules to strengthen natural hazard protections and meet legislative requirements from the Government to enable more housing, including near public transport, jobs, and everyday services.  Mayor Wayne Brown says the proposed changes are an important step in ensuring Auckland reduces … Read more

New beginnings for Milford: Ngā Wairau project brings hope and renewal

Source: Auckland Council A heartfelt blessing in Milford last week marked the start of a new chapter for the Wairau catchment, as mana whenua, led by Ngāti Paoa and supported by Te Kawerau a Maki, marked the start of the deconstruction of the Woodbridge Lane bridge. This moment signalled the official launch of the Ngā … Read more

More funding, more impact:

Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council is investing big in community climate action with the launch of Te Ara Urutau – Climate and Emergency Ready Fund, offering more than $1million to help community organisations across Tāmaki Makaurau take bold, practical steps to tackle climate change and be emergency ready.  The fund supports projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, prepare for emergencies, and adapt to the impacts of a … Read more