Auditor-General scrutinises Chatham Islands Council spending where Paul Eagle is CEO

Source: Radio New Zealand Paul Eagle has been chief executive at the Chatham Islands Council since November 2023. RNZ/Daniela Maoate-Cox The Auditor-General is scrutinising spending at Chatham Islands Council where former Labour MP Paul Eagle is chief executive. The Office of the Auditor-General confirmed it was looking into “sensitive expenditure and procurement” at the council … Read more

Oranga Tamariki aims to use new design for young offenders’ boot camp in March

Source: Radio New Zealand An example of the military style uniform the youth in the pilot boot camp were required to wear. RNZ / Rachel Helyer-Donaldson Oranga Tamariki aims to run its second boot camp for serious youth offenders in March next year using a new design. The Children’s Minister earlier this week in a … Read more

Breath testing data concerns to be resolved ‘as quickly as possible’, police say

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ earlier revealed about 130 staff were under investigation throughout the country after 30,000 alcohol breath tests were “falsely or erroneously recorded”. RNZ Police say they are working to resolve concerns around breath testing data “as quickly as possible,” after the New Zealand Transport Agency halted $6m worth of funding until … Read more

Proposed amendments to rock lobster reporting requirements

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say Fisheries New Zealand is proposing amendments to technical circulars under the Fisheries (Reporting) Regulations 2017. The circulars cover the electronic reporting requirements for commercial fishing. These amendments only apply to fishers who target rock lobster (CRA or PHC) by the method rock lobster pot (RLP). The … Read more

Former Auckland councillor wins defamation case against Pro-Beijing commentator

Source: Radio New Zealand Morgan (Zhi Hong) Xiao. Supplied An Auckland-based pro-Beijing online political commentator has been ordered to pay more than $200,000 in defamation damages to former Auckland Councillor Paul Young. Morgan (Zhi Hong) Xiao, also known as ‘Demon King’ (魔王) online, runs a social media account on WeChat and describes himself as a … Read more

State Highway 6 Rocks Road – recovery repairs on track

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Good progress is being made on recovery works on State Highway 6 Rocks Road.Repairs and improvements have been underway at the site since November, in response to slips and debris falls that occurred on the route during bad winter weather this year. Rob Service, System Manager Nelson/Tasman, says a considerable … Read more

Resilience work bolsters State Highway 6 Whangamoa Saddle

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Resilience work on State Highway 6 over the Whangamoa Saddle has wrapped up for the year, making the route stronger and better able to withstand heavy rain events.  Since late September, crews have worked on three separate sites on the critical transport link between Nelson and Blenheim. It followed similar … Read more

E3 Compression Latch with Visual Indicator Now Available in Zinc

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2025 – Those prioritizing safety and security now have a cost-effective option. Southco’s E3 VISE ACTION® Compression Latch with Visual Indicator is now available in zinc. The latch features red, reflective indicator wings that can be easily viewed when open, allowing latch … Read more

Dunedin man Andrew Mercer jailed for causing death of partner who fell from moving trailer

Source: Radio New Zealand Andrew Mercer was sentenced on Friday at the High Court at Dunedin. (File photo) RNZ / Nate McKinnon The mother of a Dunedin man who died after falling from a moving trailer is still haunted by the decision to turn off his life support, a court has heard. Robert Douglas Ralston … Read more

Resilience of Auckland City Hospital future-proofed

Source: New Zealand Government Auckland City Hospital has completed major upgrades to its critical infrastructure to strengthen resilience and ensure patients continue receiving essential care even during a major event, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.  The $364.3 million second stage of the Facilities Infrastructure Remediation Programme, unveiled today, delivers a new Central Plant Building and … Read more

A-League: What you need to know ahead of Auckland FC v Wellington Phoenix derby

Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland FC v Wellington Phoenix Saturday, 6 December Kick-off: 5pm Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland Live blog updates on RNZ Auckland FC may be the most vulnerable they have ever been ahead of a New Zealand derby game in the A-League. Saturday’s fifth edition of the derby with the Wellington Phoenix is … Read more

Emergency services respond to incident at Christchurch daycare

Source: Radio New Zealand One person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition from a childcare centre in the Christchurch suburb of Woolston. RNZ / Nathan Mckinnon One person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition from a childcare centre in Christchurch. St John is treating multiple patients at the centre, … Read more

Air New Zealand updates rules of portable power bank usage on flights

Source: Radio New Zealand Air NZ said power banks must not be put in overhead lockers. (File photo) Supplied/ Air NZ Air New Zealand has updated its rules around the use of portable power banks on its flights following bans by multiple international airlines. Air NZ’s chief risk and safety officer Nathan McGraw, confirmed that … Read more

Pro-Beijing commentator loses defamation case against former Auckland councillor

Source: Radio New Zealand Morgan (Zhi Hong) Xiao. Supplied An Auckland-based pro-Beijing online political commentator has been ordered to pay more than $200,000 in defamation damages to former Auckland Councillor Paul Young. Morgan (Zhi Hong) Xiao, also known as ‘Demon King’ (魔王) online, runs a social media account on WeChat and describes himself as a … Read more

Finance and climate ministers from NZ and Australia meet

Source: Radio New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Climate Change Minister Simon Watts are meeting with their Australian counterparts in Auckland to discuss energy security and affordability. It is the third such trans-Tasman meeting, with a focus on strengthening cooperation on climate action, clean energy and related regulations. In a joint statement, Australia’s Treasurer … Read more

Global Qualifications Made Local: Leading Overseas Universities Partner with SIM

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2025 – For students seeking an international education experience without relocating overseas, Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) offers a wealth of globally recognised degree options through partnerships with top universities around the world. These programmes deliver the same academic rigour and credentials as their … Read more

Host and theme for Matariki unveiled in Auckland

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has unveiled the host iwi and theme for next year’s national broadcast of Matariki, Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “I’m delighted Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei in Auckland has agreed to host next year’s official ceremony.  “They’ve been welcoming the wider Auckland region to their public Matariki events … Read more

Further appeal for information following fatal crash, Tāneatua

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Acting Inspector Paul Wilson, Eastern Bay of Plenty Area Commander: Police investigating a fatal crash in Tāneatua are seeking further information from members of the public who witnessed the crash, or any movements leading up to the crash, to assist with our enquiries. Prior to the crash, Police can … Read more

Remember when we flagged getting a new flag?

Source: Radio New Zealand It’s 10 years since New Zealand voted in a referendum to keep flying the flag for tradition. Over 10,292 alternative designs were submitted, then whittled down to a long list of 40 and then five. From there, Kyle Lockwood’s black, white and blue silver fern flag was chosen to go up … Read more

Pro-Beijing activist loses defamation case against former Auckland councillor

Source: Radio New Zealand Morgan (Zhi Hong) Xiao. Supplied An Auckland-based pro-Beijing online political commentator has been ordered to pay more than $200,000 in defamation damages to former Auckland Councillor Paul Young. Morgan (Zhi Hong) Xiao, also known as ‘Demon King’ (魔王) online, runs a social media account on WeChat and describes himself as a … Read more

Person dies after truck crash on SH2 north of Dannevirke

Source: Radio New Zealand St John says one person with serious injuries is being flown to Palmerston North Hospital. RNZ / REECE BAKER Police have confirmed one person has died following a crash on State Highway 2 north of Dennevirke on Friday morning. Emergency services were called to the crash near Okane Road in Matamau … Read more

Women in finance more than twice as likely to be sexually harrassed than men – survey

Source: Radio New Zealand Despite reports of sexual harassment against women dropping from 2021 levels, CA ANZ general manager for New Zealand, Charlotte Evett, said it remained too high. 123RF Women are still more than two-and-a-half times as likely to experience sexual harassment compared to men in the finance sector. Chartered Accountants Australia and New … Read more

EIT announces appointment of new CEO

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 18 seconds ago EIT Council has appointed Lucy Laitinen as its new Chief Executive of the Eastern Institute of Technology Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti. Lucy brings extensive experience across international development, social services, local government and regional economic development. She is the former Chief Executive of Anglican Care Waiapu and … Read more

Napier commercial fisher placed on 3 months’ community detention, 9 months supervision for fisheries offences

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries A Napier commercial fisher has been placed on 3 months’ community detention and 9 months supervision for dumping fish, not reporting his catch, and failing to follow basic regulations.  Robert Bruce Wigmore (34) was sentenced (2 December 2025) in the Hastings District Court on 6 charges under the Fisheries … Read more

Awards – Nova Energy Dominates the NZ Compare Awards 2025, Celebrating the Best of Broadband, Power and Mobile

Source: NZ Compare Now in their 9th year, the NZ Compare Awards have once again shone a spotlight on the best providers across broadband, power, and mobile services in Aotearoa. This year’s awards recognised organisations going above and beyond to deliver value, innovation, and outstanding customer experiences for Kiwi households and businesses. Nova Energy: The Standout … Read more

Queenstown’s iconic Wine Cave turns 30

Source: Gibbston Valley Wine tourism and experience leader Gibbston Valley is celebrating the 30th birthday of its iconic Wine Cave this weekend. Completed in 1995, the immersive Gibbston Valley Wine Cave has welcomed more than one million visitors and is renowned for igniting the region’s prosperous wine tourism industry. Gibbston Valley executive managing director Cristina … Read more

WEL Networks Approved For More Network-Level Generation

Source: WEL Networks Electricity Distribution Business (EDB) WEL Networks welcomes the Electricity Authority’s (EA) decision to approve a further amendment to WEL’s generation cap, increasing maximum capacity to 101 megawatts. This increase further supports the WEL Group’s plans (that includes NewPower Energy), for new generation assets beyond the original 66 megawatt exemption granted under Part 6A … Read more