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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Source: Radio New Zealand Residents are without power as stormy weather continues to lash the North Island. Thunderstorms, heavy rain and localised downpours are forecast to drench parts of the North Island today. MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Gisborne, Hawke’s Bay, and Waikato. A heavy rain warning has been issued for Bay … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Rain delay at the ASB Classic Men’s ATP 250 tennis tournament at Manuka Doctor Arena, Auckland, New Zealand. Thursday 15 January 2026. © Andrew Cornaga / www.photosport.nz Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz Rain wreaked havoc on the ASB tennis Classic in Auckland on Thursday, with just one quarter-final in the men’s singles able to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied/LDR – ODT/Stephen Jaquiery A funeral service to publicly mark Sir Tim Shadbolt’s life and legacy will be held in Invercargill this afternoon. Tributes have been flowing in for the former mayor of Waitematā and Invercargill since he died last week, describing him as a colourful and charismatic character who championed … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Robin Martin A person has died following a crash in Winton on Thursday afternoon. The two-vehicle crash on State Highway 6/Great North Road was reported just after 3pm. One person died at the scene and three other people were injured in the crash. One person suffered moderate injuries while … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand There are reports of small tornados in the North Island, as severe thunderstorm and heavy rain watches remain in place for the top half of the country and upper South Island. One tornado happened near Orewa, north of Auckland, at about 7pm. Local MP Mark Mitchell – who is also Emergency … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Thunderstorm warnings are in place for parts of the central North Island this morning. MetService has forecast severe storms near Kawerau, Rotoehu, Totoitoi and Lake Tarawerea, as well as Rerewhakaaitu. The storms are expected to move east-south-east later on Friday morning, and lie near Waiohau, Matahina, Murupara, Kopuriki, and Galatea. MetService’s … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Ōamaru residents should be aware of possible delays on State Highway 1 (Thames Highway) this morning. A truck and trailer unit crashed at around 3.10am, between Sandringham Street and College Street. There are no reports of serious injuries from the crash but the road remains partially blocked. Motorists should take alternative … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Te Rapa Road is closed following a serious crash in Beerescourt overnight. Emergency services were called to the two vehicle crash at around 12.30am. At this stage, Police are unable to confirm any information regarding injuries to those involved. The road is closed between Forest Lake Road and Vardon Road. Members … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Health New Zealand has confirmed another major technology outage, this time for hospitals in the lower North Island. A clinician working in one of hospitals called the situation shambolic, while the medical specialists union said crumbling technology systems were putting both staff and patients at risk. A range of clinical … Read more