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Source: New Zealand Police Dunedin Police are thanking members of the public for their assistance leading to four youths being apprehended for a burglary in Dunedin Central today. At around 12:50pm, Police were called after a Stuart Street resident heard a window smashing at an unoccupied property down the road. Police in the area responded … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Police have set up a dedicated portal for witnesses of a mass brawl in Auckland to upload any footage they might have. The brawl happened on Karangahape Road in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police estimate more than 50 people were present and say there were three serious assaults. In … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand State Highway 2 near Tangoio in Hawke’s Bay is closed following a single vehicle crash. The crash north of Tangoio Settlement Road was reported to police just after 11:40am. Initial indications include serious injuries, while the number of people injured cannot be confirmed. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Phoenix head coach Bev Priestman Marty Melville / PHOTOSPORT After a historic victory the Wellington Phoenix women’s coach Bev Priestman will take a win any way it comes. The Phoenix got to enjoy their short Christmas break with the sweet taste of success after scoring a 7-0 victory over Sydney FC. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand English actor Idris Elba attends the 95th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on March 12, 2023. AFP/SUPPLIED Actor Idris Elba, a former All Blacks coach and members of England’s triumphant Women’s Euro 2025 football team were among famous Britons recognised in the country’s traditional New Year … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 2, Tangoio is closed following a crash. The single vehicle crash north of Tangoio Settlement Road was reported just after 11:40am. Initial indications are that there are serious injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays, detours are in place. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are sending a clear message ahead of New Year’s Eve: reckless and anti-social behaviour on our roads will not be tolerated. Officers will be out in force across Gisborne and the wider Eastern District to keep communities safe and hold dangerous drivers to account. Eastern District Commander Superintendent Jeanette Park … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand England’s Head Coach John Mitchell celebrates after the women’s Rugby World Cup final victory, 2025. ©INPHO/Billy Stickland / PHOTOSPORT Former All Blacks coach John Mitchell has been recognised in the British New Years Honours. Mitchell has been appointed an OBE for services to rugby after guiding England to the women’s Rugby … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ explainer journalism aims to make sense of the news of the day. 123rf Explainer – What were some of the biggest topics RNZ’s journalists explained this year? Here’s a look back. Explainer features have exploded in journalism the last few years as a way for writers to make sense of … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand [embedded content] An alien invasion that could threaten New Zealand’s entire economy is just a plane ride away. That is the key message from a new video, which will be compulsory viewing for the country’s 6 million international arrivals from now on. Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard said the updated video – … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand I don’t own a dishwasher, so when it’s time for me to help stack one in the homes of friends and family, I’m not across the rules. What I do know is some people like to rinse the dishes before stacking, and others bypass this step, loading up some of the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute the following to Auckland City Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Greaves: Police are appealing to the public for any footage they may have of the mass disorder that occurred on Karangahape Road in Auckland in the early hours of Sunday 28 December. Emergency services were called to the disorder around … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Tourism New Zealand’s René de Monchy says the recent month-on-month visitor growth rate has been promising. RNZ / Nate McKinnon Tourism New Zealand is confident it can hit $5 billion off-peak plan targets Tourism Industry Aotearoa chief executive Rebecca Ingram is calling for their industry to remain on the radar of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The new inflight biosecurity video delivers a clear and urgent message to all international air passengers regarding their responsibility to safeguard New Zealand’s primary industries and irreplaceable environment, says Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard. This updated video strongly emphasises the necessity for travellers to declare or dispose of any risk items, including … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A man has died after being struck by a car in Napier on 26 December. The incident occurred at around 10.10pm on McGrath Street. The man was critically injured and was transported to hospital. Sadly he passed away in hospital on 29 December. Our thoughts are with his family and loved … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand International and French media on Monday paid tribute to Brigitte Bardot, with some highlighting her reputation as “the greatest sex symbol of French cinema” and others her role as a “controversial activist”. Images of the screen legend were splashed across media outlets around the globe following the announcement of her death … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A media release earlier today regarding a man who had died after being struck by a car in Napier contained an incorrect date. The man was struck by the car on 26 December, not 27 December as stated in the earlier release. Police apologise for the error and any confusion it … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are asked to avoid the road between Shannon and Tokomaru in Central District this morning due to a truck roll-over. The truck crashed just north of Shannon at about 9.15am today. The driver was not injured. Trees have also come down over this road due to strong winds. Traffic will … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The roof of an unoccupied home in the Auckland suburb of Hillsborough came off in high winds and scattered debris down the road. RNZ / Kim Baker Wilson Wild weather battered much of the North Island on Monday, disrupting campers, and there’s more stormy conditions on the way. Follow the latest … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police As holiday-makers enjoy their time in the sunny Hawke’s Bay, Police have advice for both locals and visitors about how to ensure we head into 2026 on a high note. Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Hawke’s Bay Area Commander, says he wants everyone to have a safe and enjoyable New Year in our … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / REECE BAKER A man has died in hospital after being struck by a car in Napier on Saturday. The man was hit around 10pm on McGrath Street, and suffered critical injuries. Police said the man died on Monday. Police would like to speak to any witnesses and are continuing … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Campground managers in the North Island are hoping for sunnier weather leading up to New Year’s. Ruth Kuo Wild weather battered much of the North Island on Monday, disrupting campers, causing power outages and downing trees. In the parts of the South Island, strong winds brought down trees overnight. Has your … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A man has died after being struck by a car in Napier on 27 December. The incident occurred at around 10.10pm on McGrath Street. The man was critically injured and was transported to hospital. Sadly he passed away in hospital on 29 December. Our thoughts are with his family and loved … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Phoenix are now 10th following the defeat to Melbourne Victory. Masanori Udagawa/Photosport The Wellington Phoenix have fallen to their heaviest defeat of the A-League season, thumped 5-1 by Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park. Ramy Najjarine drew the Phoenix level at 1-1 midway through the first half but the hosts scored … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Wiremu Keretene (Ngāti Hine) holds a sleeping child during the waka display at Tii Beach this morning. RNZ / Peter de Graaf After the rollercoaster year that was 2024 te ao Māori may have expected that to continue into 2025 and in many ways it did with so many stories making … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Campground managers in the North Island are hoping for sunnier weather leading up to New Year’s. Ruth Kuo Campground managers in the North Island are hoping for sunnier weather leading up to New Year’s after a lashing of wind and rain. Wild weather battered much of the North Island on Monday, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand PETA says video footage captured on New Zealand farms exposes the cruelty involved in sheep shearing. Supplied / PETA Asia Animal rights advocates are calling for cameras in shearing sheds, saying “welfare training” for shearers is not enough to stop sheep being mistreated. The government and the industry have this week … Read more