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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is seeking feedback on proposed changes for two important rock lobster stocks as part of its twice-yearly fisheries sustainability review, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. The proposed changes affect rock lobster fisheries in the North Island’s Gisborne, East Cape, and Māhia region (CRA 3), and the South … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Rabbi Eli Schlanger’s family confirmed his death. chabad.org via ABC A 10-year-old girl, a Rabbi and a Holocaust survivor are among the those killed during a terror attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia. Sixteen people, including one of the gunmen, were killed during the mass shooting on Sunday evening. Those … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand STATEMENT: 15 December 2025 – The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has filed civil proceedings in the High Court against ASB Bank Limited for breaches of core requirements under the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Act 2009 from at least December 2019. ASB’s … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 December 2025 – Chubb announced today the appointment of Chris Colahan as Head of Commercial Property & Casualty, Asia Pacific, effective 9 February 2026. In this role, Colahan will have overall operating responsibility for Chubb’s Commercial Property & Casualty portfolio throughout the Asia Pacific region. … Read more
Source: PHARMAC Pharmac’s Prioritisation Update provides the latest information about applications for medicines, vaccines, and related products that we’ve assessed for funding. Proactively releasing this information is part of our ongoing commitment to transparency. Pharmac’s Prioritisation Update provides the latest information about applications for medicines, vaccines, and related products that we’ve assessed for funding. Proactively … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The scene outside ACG Parnell College. Kim Baker Wilson / RNZ Firefighters have cordoned off ACG Senior College Parnell in Auckland following a “chemical spill”. A police spokesperson said Fire and Emergency New Zealand were at the scene of a chemical spill on Monday. A reporter at the scene said a … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Central District Commander Superintendent Dion Bennett: Police investigating a double homicide in Ruatiti are seeking assistance from the public to locate a person of interest. Two people were located deceased at a Murumuru Road property by officers on Saturday afternoon. A scene examination is still underway at the large, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A pair of burglars were no match for a quick-thinking security guard who assisted in their arrest overnight. At about 12.40am, Police were called to a commercial premises on Portage Road, New Lynn after a security guard reported a possible burglary in progress. Acting Inspector Nick Salter, Acting Waitematā West Area … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 15 December 2025 The Marlborough beach and campsite offers family-friendly swimming thanks to the Rārangi Surf Life Saving Club patrols. The area is also popular for kayaking, swimming, walking and mountain biking, and has significant ecological, historic and cultural values. DOC South Marlborough Operations Manager Stacey Wrenn says the site … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Emergency services at the scene last month at a property on Kākāriki Grove. Supplied Six people have now been arrested in relation to the murder investigation of a Kāpiti man, as police call for the public to come forward with information. Michael Kenneth Tofts was found with critical injuries at home … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Fire and Emergency said the fire ripped through cutover pine forest across several gullies. RNZ / Alexander Robertson Firefighters, helicopters and heavy machinery are back at a large forestry fire near Whanganui trying to get it under control before winds pick up in the afternoon. It has so far ripped through … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister welcomes the Ministry of Education’s ECE Food Programme Kōhanga Reo Survey Report. The report shows overwhelming support for the service provided by KidsCan in delivering taxpayer funded meals for up to 10,000 ECE children who need them. The list of positive ratings given to KidsCan from 130 … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Have you ever thought a font looked “friendly” or “elegant”? Or felt that Comic Sans was somehow unserious? You’re not imagining it. Typefaces carry personalities, and we react to them more than we realise. My work explores how the shapes of letters can subtly influence our feelings. When we read, we … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Glyphosate-free oat crops in the South Island for Dunedin company Harraway and Sons. SUPPLIED/HARRAWAYS Longstanding Otago business Harraways and Sons is investing millions of dollars into its oat mill, the only operational one in Aotearoa, to meet growing demand for the healthy and humble locally-grown oat. The company, known as Harraways, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating the death of a man in Waikanae are asking the public for information and vehicle sightings. Police have now charged five gang associates with murder, and one with being an accessory, in the ongoing homicide investigation in Waikanae. Detective Inspector Jamie Woods, Field Crime Manager, says Police are resolute … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A police car outside a Wellington synagogue on Monday 15 December 2025. RNZ / Mark Papalii Security measures have been increased for the Jewish community across New Zealand after the Bondi Beach terror attack in Sydney, Australia. Sixteen people died and dozens were injured after two gunmen opened fire on the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Sixteen people have been killed after gunmen opened fire at a Jewish holiday celebration at Sydney’s Bondi Beach. Australian officials described it as a targeted, anti-semitic terror attack. One of the suspected gunmen was also killed. Authorities said far more people would have been killed were it not for a bystander, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealand’s Emma Twigg wins gold in the Women’s Solo event at the World Beach Sprint Championships in Turkey 2025. Rowing NZ / Photosport Three New Zealanders are up for World Rowing awards. Single sculler Emma Twigg has been recognised for her efforts in 2025, while Kerri Williams and Grace Prendergast … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Members of the Wesley Community Action group Ngahere Korowai are measuring the water clarity at the pond. RNZ / Mark Papalii The birds are calling in Cannon’s Creek reserve, and strands of Raupō flax wave tall fingertips in the breeze. Members of the Wesley Community Action group Ngahere Korowai are measuring … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Henry Nicholls scores a century for Canterbury. www.photosport.nz Henry Nicholls’ red hot form with the bat continues as the Canterbury skipper recorded his highest ever first class score. The 34 year old’s knock lasted almost eight hours and included 25 boundaries. His previous best score for Canterbruy was an unbeaten 171 … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand First-placed New Zealand’s Alice Robinson celebrates on the podium after the Women’s Super G event of the FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup 2025-2026, in St. Moritz. FABRICE COFFRINI / AFP Queenstown skier Alice Robinson has won her maiden Super G World Cup title, beating American legend Lindsey Vonn in the process. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Ajaz Patel of New Zealand celebrating a wicket, India, 2024. PHOTOSPORT The Black Caps have called in spinner Ajaz Patel for this week’s third Test against West Indies, while Tom Blundell is also in the 14-player squad. Patel replaces his Central Districts team-mate Blair Tickner, who suffered a dislocated shoulder during … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Fire and Emergency said the fire ripped through cutover pine forest across several gullies. RNZ / Alexander Robertson A large fire in the Lismore Forest near Whanganui last night has spread to about 100 hectares. Firefighters and helicopters will be back in full force on Monday morning, trying to contain a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Being a good driver isn’t just about following the road rules, sometimes it’s the little things that count. Polite gestures, like flashing your hazard lights when another driver lets you in, or a wave when they let you pass, are all part of road etiquette. But with lives getting busier and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Lake Taharoa is the Kaipara District’s most popular swimming and boating spot. RNZ / Peter de Graaf An electronic gate is to be installed at one of Northland’s most popular – and ecologically precious – lakes in the hope of keeping out a hugely destructive aquatic pest. The move comes amid … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand More than 1.3 milllion passports were set to expire in the next two years. 123RF With a massive surge in passport applications expected next year, the government is urging people to renew early to beat the rush. Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden said with the anniversary of 10-year passports coming … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealander Gorka Zozaya is leaving for Europe four days after Christmas, to comply with INZ rules, but his 21-year-old son Enzo will stay in NZ. Supplied An immigration lawyer says authorities need to crack down on unscrupulous ‘ghost’ agents – not victimise migrants who were defrauded by them. New Zealander … Read more