Man has some sexual abuse charges acquitted, others ended with hung jury

Source: Radio New Zealand Michael Mclean. RNZ / Finn Blackwell A man accused of sexually abusing a boy into his teens has been acquitted on some charges, while others left a hung jury. Michael Mclean has been on trial in the Auckland District Court, with his defence calling the allegations nonsense and claiming they never … Read more

New research project uses sound to protect native birds from cats

Source: Radio New Zealand Feral cat caught in a live trap in Fiordland National Park. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly A research project has discovered a way to use sound as a harmless deterrent to keep cats away from nesting native birds. Senior scientist at the Bioeconomy Science Institute (formerly known as Manaaki Whenua – Landcare … Read more

Did New Zealand shortchange Samoa over HMNZS Manawanui wreck compensation?

Source: Radio New Zealand Diesel fuel slicking out from the wreck of the HMNZS Manawanui, in late 2024, after the navy shift grounded on a reef near the village of Tafitoala in Samoa. Ministry of Works Transport and Infrastructure Samoa Concerns are being raised that the New Zealand government has shortchanged Samoa since HMNZS Manawanui … Read more

SIM Graduates Demonstrate Strong Employment Outcomes in High-Demand Sectors

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 December 2025 – As Singapore’s economy continues to evolve and sectors undergo rapid transformation, the need for adaptable, industry-ready talent remains paramount. The Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), one of the nation’s leading private education institutions, continues to play a significant role in equipping graduates … Read more

Police impersonator arrested after almost pulling over unmarked cop car

Source: New Zealand Police Counties Manukau Police have arrested one person in a bizarre incident when carrying out patrols in an unmarked vehicle last night. Inspector Kerry Watson said officers on duty noticed a station wagon following them equipped with a flashing bar of red and blue lights – a typical Police signal for the … Read more

Police arrest one, seek witnesses to Wellington city bar stabbing

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Sergeant Graeme Muir, Wellington Criminal Investigation Branch: Police have arrested one person while investigating a recent stabbing at an Allen Street bar in Wellington. A 34-year-old woman has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and will appear at the Wellington District Court on … Read more

Fiery crash blocking lanes on State Highway 1

Source: Radio New Zealand (File photo) RNZ / REECE BAKER Emergency Services are working at the scene of a fiery crash, and police warn it has closed State Highway One lanes near Hampton Downs. No one was seriously injured in the crash on Sunday, police said in a statement. However the vehicle had caught fire … Read more

Officials say transparency key to build trust in govt data system, release heavily redacted docs

Source: Radio New Zealand Officials say transparency is critical to build trust in the government’s most important data system, but the business case for expanding it is mostly blanked out (File photo). RNZ Officials say transparency is critical to build trust in the government’s most important data system, but the business case for expanding it … Read more

Tairāwhiti motorists urged to keep vehicles secure

Source: New Zealand Police Police in Tairāwhiti are urging motorists to keep vehicle security top of mind, especially over the busy summer season. “We’ve seen a rise in recent weeks in the number of thefts from vehicles, as well as reports of vehicles being stolen or interfered with,” says Acting Inspector Bryan Smith, Tairawhiti Area … Read more

Crash obstructing Waikato Expressway, northbound

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a single-vehicle crash on the Waikato Expressway (SH1), northbound, near Hampton Downs.  While there have been no serious injuries, a fire has subsequently broken out in the vehicle.  The northbound lanes will be closed while emergency services work at the scene.  Motorists should avoid … Read more

Advocacy – PSNA will continue to protest Israel’s genocide despite efforts to muzzle the Palestinian solidarity movement across the western world

Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA)   Despite plans to suppress Palestine support protests throughout most of the western world, Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa says it will continue to hold regular rallies and marches against Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza.    PSNA co-chair John Minto says the movement will continue to organise consumer boycotts and … Read more

The Ashes live: Australia v England – third test, day five

Source: Radio New Zealand Follow all the cricket action, as the third in the five-test series between archrivals Australia and England continues at Adelaide Oval in Adelaide. Australia currently has a 2-0 lead in the series, after successful campaigns in both Perth and Brisbane. First ball is scheduled for 12.30pm NZT. Sign up for Ngā … Read more

Body pulled from water at Waiotapu, near Rotorua

Source: Radio New Zealand (File photo) RNZ A sudden death investigation is underway after a person was pulled from the water, at Waiotapu, near Rotorua. At 6.15am on Sunday, emergency services were told a person had been “pulled from the water unresponsive” near Waiotapu Loop Rd. “Enquiries are now underway to establish the circumstances surrounding … Read more

Live: Black Caps v West Indies – third test, day four

Source: Radio New Zealand Follow all the action on day four of the Black Caps’ third test against the West Indies at Bay Oval in Mt Maunganui. First ball is scheduled for 11am. Black Caps squad: Tom Latham (captain), Tom Blundell (wicketkeeper), Michael Bracewell, Kristian Clarke, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Daryl Mitchell, Ajaz … Read more

Police investigating sudden death, Waiotapu

Source: New Zealand Police Police are responding to a sudden death near Waiotapu Loop Road, Waiotapu. Emergency services were alerted to an incident about 6.15am where one person had been pulled from the water unresponsive. Enquiries are now underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the death, which is being treated as unexplained. A scene examination … Read more

Parliament’s year in numbers

Source: Radio New Zealand VNP / Phil Smith Analysis – The 2025 Parliamentary year has ended and it was a monster. In MPs’ final hurrah-the adjournment debate-David Seymour announced “this government has passed more legislation in the first two years of its three than any MMP Parliament has passed in its whole three years.” Previous … Read more

Correction: Tawa off-ramp

Source: New Zealand Police A previous release stated the Tawa off-ramp was closed on SH1 following a single-vehicle crash.  The off-ramp (northbound) remains open, and traffic is being diverted through the off-ramp.  The northbound on-ramp is closed while staff work at the scene of the crash. SH1 is closed northbound until the Keneperu on-ramp, where … Read more

Study shows the experience of Māori grappling with ‘te reo trauma’

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Mark Papalii A new report published by Te Mātāwai has highlighted the narratives of Māori individuals grappling with language loss and trauma. An earlier study by Dr Raukura Roa and Professor Tom Roa (2023), defined te reo trauma as ‘the emotional, psychological, physical and spiritual harm and distress experienced … Read more

Auckland owners warned to control dogs after attacks on little blue penguins

Source: Radio New Zealand Kororā found on Tiritiri Matangi island with neck twisting symptoms. BirdCare Aotearoa The Department of Conservation says there have been ongoing dog attacks on little blue penguins around Auckland’s coastline. The attacks have prompted DOC, conservation organisations, Auckland Council and mana whenua to urge dog owners to keep their pets under … Read more

Tawa off-ramp closed, SH 1

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1 by the Tawa off-ramp is completely closed following a single-vehicle crash. Emergency services were called to the scene around 6.20am. One person received serious injuries and were taken to hospital by ambulance services. A diversion is in place closing the Tawa off-ramp. Motorists are to join SH 59 … Read more

People warned to check equipment, seaworthiness of boats

Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington’s Harbourmaster Grant Nalder. RNZ / Mark Papalii Wellington’s Harbourmaster says it’s important people check their equipment and the seaworthiness of their boats before heading on the water. Maritime NZ’s latest annual report found in the 2024 to 2025 financial year there were 19 fatal recreational boating accidents. The agency said … Read more

Inside the ‘mind-blowing’ world of competitive spreadsheeting

Source: Radio New Zealand For some people, Excel spreadsheets are organisational heaven. For others, they’re more like hell. For Giles Male, though, buzzing around a spreadsheet, fixing up rows and columns, is an exciting and “crazy competitive” live esport. “You’ve got a room full of people cheering, watching others play around with spreadsheets on a … Read more

Helping hands: Could care robots solve aged-care crisis?

Source: Radio New Zealand Pepper is a robot designed by Aldebran to specialise in communication and interaction with humans for situations including providing companionship for elderly people. RNZ / Philippa Tolley The global population is ageing, and New Zealand is no exception. Almost 20 percent of Kiwis are projected to be 65 or older by … Read more

Three car pileup closes SH1 south of Dunsandel

Source: Radio New Zealand One person is reported to have serious injuries. RNZ / Nate McKinnon A three car crash shut down State Highway One in the town of Dunsandel south of Christchurch. The highway has since been reopened. Emergency services were called to the collision near the intersection with Selwyn Lake Road just before … Read more

Hundreds of lightning strikes lash Canterbury

Source: Radio New Zealand The Canterbury region has been lashed by hundreds of lightning strikes. MetService put out a warning earlier on Saturday about thunderstorms that could bring heavy rain and large dumps of hail to parts of the region south of the Rakaia River. Areas near Ashburton have seen up to 25mm of rain … Read more

SIM Career Fairs: Connecting Talent with Top Employers

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 December 2025 – The Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) reinforces its commitment to student success through flagship career fairs that connect graduates with leading employers across diverse industries. These initiatives form part of SIM’s comprehensive employability ecosystem, Career Connect, which integrates coaching, mentorship, internships, and … Read more

Wellington Phoenix claim biggest win with rout of Sydney FC

Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington Phoenix celebrate one of their goals against Sydney FC. Photosport Wellington Phoenix have bounced back from back-to-back losses in spectacular style, with a 7-0 win over Sydney FC in an A-League women’s game at Porirua. The winning margin is their biggest since they joined the competition in 2021. Their previous … Read more