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Source: Radio New Zealand An Auckland judge had upheld a petition in the Manukau District Court calling for a judicial inquiry following allegations of fraud in an Auckland local body election RNZ / Liu Chen Nominations are open for a new election in an Auckland local body after previous results have been voided by a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Patrice Allen The Rakaia Bridge at State Highway 1 in Canterbury is blocked following a crash. Emergency services were called to the crash involving a truck and a car about 12.40pm. Police said no injuries had been reported. “The bridge is expected to be blocked for sometime while emergency … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police The southbound lane of Auckland’s Southern Motorway at Randwick Park is blocked between Hill Road and Takanini following a crash this afternoon. Police were called to a collision involving a car and a motorbike around 12.30pm today. Early indications are that one person has been seriously injured. Emergency services are still … Read more
Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa says the government urgently needs to join international condemnation of Israel’s suspension of dozens of humanitarian organisations, including Doctors Without Borders, which provide food, water and medical services for Palestinians in Gaza. “This is a death sentence to thousands more Palestinian in Gaza,” says … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied The personal health portal ManageMyHealth is investigating reports of a cyber breach. The service connects patients with clinicians and allows people to access their medical records. ManageMyHealth said it was aware of claims that had been made online of a cyber breach and was working with its partners and the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police The Rakaia Bridge, State Highway 1, Bankside is blocked following a crash this afternoon. Police were called to the two-vehicle crash, involving a car and a truck, around 12:40pm. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported. The bridge is expected to be blocked for sometime while emergency services work at the scene. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested and charged a man after a routine traffic stop led to locating a firearm, ammunition, methamphetamine, another offensive weapon, and drug paraphernalia. On Tuesday 30 December, around 10.10pm, Police clocked a vehicle exceeding the 50km/h speed limit on State Highway 11, Kawakawa. The vehicle was subsequently stopped by … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand It begins with two people, one blanket, and two very different ideas of what’s a comfortable sleeping temperature. By midnight, one partner is hot and sweaty while the other is freezing. Sounds familiar? You’re not alone. It’s no wonder many couples are curious about the “Scandinavian sleep method”, which is having … Read more
Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) Our summer is the main time for Israelis to visit New Zealand, and PSNA is warning that many soldiers who have been serving in the IDF genocide in Gaza will be among them. Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa says Immigration NZ figures show 799 Israelis visited New Zealand last … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Red Bull F1 driver Max Verstappen. PHOTOSPORT Max Verstappen may have been beaten for the Formula 1 title this year but he has been voted the top driver of the year by his peers. The Dutchman came up just short in his quest for a fifth successive world title, finishing two … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand An Auckland councillor is urging calm as revellers prepare to ring in the 2026 new year. AFP / NurPhoto An Auckland councillor is urging calm on the city’s streets as well as in homes on Wednesday evening as revellers prepare to ring in the 2026 new year. It comes after two … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Qantas flight was going from Auckland to Perth. Nicolas Economou / NurPhoto via AFP A person has died after a medical incident on a Qantas flight from Auckland to Perth Tuesday. The flight was diverted to Sydney due to the incident and emergency services were provided. New South Wales police … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Marika Khabazi One person has died after a crash this morning on State Highway 1 north of Kaikōura. The death brings the road toll over the Christmas holiday period to a provisional total of four. The section of the road near Ohau Point is blocked after the two-vehicle crash … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are asking for the public’s help finding Stuart, who has been reported missing from Central Auckland. Stuart has been out of touch with his family for quite some time now, which is out of character. He typically resides in Waterloo Quadrant, Central Auckland and frequents the central city. Police and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The star of one of Rob Reiner’s most celebrated films, The Princess Bride, has posted a lengthy and loving tribute to the director and his wife, more than two weeks after they were found dead, saying he “can finally put my grief into words.” Cary Elwes shared footage of the filming … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Marika Khabazi Two people have been seriously injured after a crash this morning on State Highway 1 north of Kaikōura. The section of the road near Ohau Point is blocked after the two-vehicle crash just after 9.30am. Travellers are asked to plan ahead. – Published by EveningReport.nz and AsiaPacificReport.nz, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Police continue investigation into the killing of Teishallia Te Paea. RNZ / Nate McKinnon Police say there are four people they want to speak to as they investigate the killing of Teishallia Te Paea. Te Paea’s body was found at a house in the Hastings suburb of Camberley on 29 October … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Campers at Totaranui Abel Tasman National Park had a near miss when a tree came down on some of their tents during Tuesday’s storm. Supplied / Warwick Fitzsimmons Residents in parts of Horowhenua are being urged to conserve water immediately after recent heavy rain and strong winds caused power outages. The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now advise one person has died following a crash on State Highway 1 at Ohau Point this morning. A second person sustained serious injuries and was airlifted to hospital. Travel will be disrupted and motorists should plan for delays if they’re travelling on that road. ENDS Issued by Police … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Patricia Allan Supplied An Anglican priest who has advocated for the victims of sexual abuse for decades has been recognised in the New Year Honours. Reverend Dr Patricia Allan has been made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to the survivors of abuse. In 1987 … Read more
Source: IHC 31 December 2025 – David Corner has dedicated his life’s work to advocating for the rights and inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities and he has now been honoured with an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit Award. David, an IHC Self Advocacy Advisor, received the award in the 2025 New Year’s … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand Board Chair Rebecca Keoghan congratulates seven personnel, both paid and volunteer, from Ashburton, Leeston, Amberley, Napier, Wairoa, Te Aroha and Rongotea who have been recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours List released today. “These Honours are a worthy recognition of the many years of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Defence Force Commodore Andrew Brown RNZN (Retd) has been awarded the Distinguished Service Decoration (DSD) In the New Year Honours List 2026 for his leadership of New Zealand’s response to the grounding and subsequent sinking of HMNZS Manawanui on the south coast of Upolu, Samoa in October 2024. The Naval dive and hydrographic vessel … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A search is underway for a dog missing after a man was rescued from a capsized yacht in in Whananaki in Northland yesterday. The police were called to the incident near Elizabeth Reef at around 5:10pm. A police spokesperson said a dog was reportedly on the boat too, and to the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1 near Ohau Point is blocked following a serious crash this morning. Police were notified at 9.38am that two vehicles had collided. Initial information from the scene is that two people have been seriously injured. An update on injury status will be provided as soon as we’re able. Travel … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Actor George Clooney and his family have been granted French citizenship, official government documents show, after he has previously voiced concern about raising his children amid the glitz of Hollywood. A gazette notice listing all new French naturalisations, released on Saturday, includes Clooney – as well as his wife, Amal Clooney, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Ex-All Black Eroni Clarke sings the national anthem before the All Blacks v Australia 2025 Rugby Championship test match at Eden Park om 27 September 2025 Photosport / Brett Phibbs The New Year 2026 Honours List for Aotearoa includes eight Pasifika recipients this year. Leading the accolades for the Member of … Read more