Cyclone Gabrielle inquest: Timing of emergency mobile alert explained

Source: Radio New Zealand Images of those who died in relation to the cyclone are on display in the courtroom. RNZ / Alexa Cook The man in charge of the emergency response during Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke’s Bay was worried about putting people in danger if he issued an evacuation alert earlier, a coronial inquiry … Read more

Pilot reveals chaos amid Whakaari eruption aftermath

Source: Radio New Zealand Whakaari/White Island eruption in December 2019 from a helicopter. WARNING: This story includes content that may be distressing to some readers. A helicopter pilot, who was the first civilian to land on Whakaari/White Island after its 2019 eruption, has revealed the chaos of tending to survivors while the volcano threatened to … Read more

Tongariro fire: Tourists helicoptered out as ash fell from sky

Source: Radio New Zealand Tourist describes ash falling from the sky before he was helicoptered from hut He was then evacuated from Whakapapa Residents in affected area can return home, but businesses not sure yet when they can reopen Business owners hope for short closure of Tongariro Crossing. A tourist helicoptered out of the Tongariro … Read more

Edgefield Secondary School Students Clinch Top Honours at the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025 Competition

Source: Media Outreach Their winning project, BuddyBot, is a smart assistant that helps individuals with Down Syndrome overcome challenges with executive functioning, building independence for their everyday routines, while alleviating the burden on their caregivers to provide constant guidance and support SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 November 2025 – Samsung Electronics Singapore crowned … Read more

‘Dinner or debt’: Pensions cut to cover student loan payments

Source: Radio New Zealand Taupō woman Fenella says the pension and her accommodation supplement barely cover weekly bills and rent. File photo. 123RF Some people receiving the pension are being forced to choose between eating dinner and playing off their debt, after taking on student loans later in life. One Taupō woman says she is … Read more

MEXC’s Risk Control, Anti-Fraud, and Asset Freeze Measures: Building the Security Firewall for Crypto Users, an In-Depth Analysis

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 November 2025 – In the 2025 crypto market, security has become the core battleground for exchange competition. According to CertiK’s June Blockchain Security Report, global crypto-related losses from hacking and fraud have surpassed $2.1 billion this year, with both trading platforms and personal … Read more

Name release, fatal crash, Sanson

Source: New Zealand Police Police can now name the man who died in a fatal crash on State Highway 3 near Sanson on 18 September. He was 34-year-old Brook Paul Morgan, from Marton. Police offer our sympathies to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash remain ongoing. … Read more

Christchurch council gets green light to withdraw from part of housing plan

Source: Radio New Zealand Christchurch City Council has confirmed its housing plan provides for future growth, Chris Bishop says. RNZ / Maree Mahony Christchurch can withdraw from part of a plan change aimed at increasing housing density, because it has met its housing growth target, says RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop. Bishop said Christchurch and … Read more

Cyclone Gabrielle inquest: Delay in emergency mobile alert explained

Source: Radio New Zealand Images of those who died in relation to the cyclone are on display in the courtroom. RNZ / Alexa Cook The man in charge of the emergency response during Cyclone Gabrielle in Hawke’s Bay was worried about putting people in danger if he issued an evacuation alert earlier, a coronial inquiry … Read more

Awards – ProCare wins 2025 Cooperative Business New Zealand Innovation Award

Source: ProCare Leading healthcare provider ProCare has been named the winner of the 2025 Cooperative Business New Zealand Innovation Award, recognising its bold approach to transforming primary care through technology, partnerships, and smarter systems. Bindi Norwell, Chief Executive of ProCare says, “Innovation is central to how we operate.” “This award reflects the collective strength of … Read more

Employment and Law – PSA legal action prompts ACC’s change of heart on flexible work

Source: PSA The PSA welcomes ACC’s decision to pause its planned changes to remote working policies and properly consult with staff. ACC had planned to require staff to work in the office a minimum of three days per week from 1 December, up from two days tirggering legal action from the PSA. But it told staff … Read more

NZ Pacific – The inaugural Fiji Business Awards NZ 2025

Source: Fiji Business Awards NZ Celebrating Excellence and Resilience in the NZ Fijian Diaspora the inaugural Fiji Business Awards NZ 2025 Event Overview The inaugural Fiji Business Awards NZ 2025 will take place on 19 November 2025 at the Remuera Club in Auckland. This landmark event, supported by Bunnings Trade and other generous sponsor partners, … Read more

First Responders – Tongariro National Park Fire Update #12

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand A Fire and Emergency observation flight this afternoon has found no visible signs of fire following today’s rainfall. District Commander Nigel Dravitzki says the rain has had a significant impact in helping to suppress the fire, while ground crews have been working on the flanks of the fire to strengthen … Read more

First Responders – Tongariro National Park Fire Update #11

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Conditions on the fireground in the Tongariro National Park have improved significantly today. Fire and Emergency District Commander Nigel Dravitzki says that steady rain and minimal wind have been a huge help to firefighters, who are working hard to take advantage of the situation. Ground crews are concentrating on reinforcing … Read more

Tongariro fire: Respiratory health warning for people living, travelling nearby

Source: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation Kiwis living with a respiratory condition near the Tongariro National Park fire are being urged to take precautions to protect themselves from exposure to the smoke. The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is advising residents near the blaze – and in the wider region – to close all windows and doors … Read more

Police issue warning over electric dirt bikes

Source: New Zealand Police Electric dirt bikes are creating serious concerns for Police, with the vehicles featuring in a growing number of crashes and cases of illegal riding. In most instances, the bikes, which can exceed 80kmh, are required to be registered. That comes as a shock to many of the riders who Police speak … Read more

In pictures: The devastating impacts the Tongariro National Park wildfire has had on our landscape

Source: Radio New Zealand A huge wildfire in Tongariro National Park is expected to have significant impacts on biodiversity. The large fire on the Central Plateau broke out on Saturday afternoon, triggering evacuations of trampers and residents, including Whakapapa Village. Firefighters have been battling the fire for three days, which has since grown to over … Read more

Way forward for Christchurch housing growth

Source: New Zealand Government Christchurch City Council has met its Housing Growth Target and is therefore able to withdraw part of Plan Change 14, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says. “Christchurch City Council’s Plan Change 14 (PC14) was notified in March 2023, and was designed to update the city’s planning rules to reflect national housing … Read more

RSV immunisation could prevent thousands of babies being hospitalised

Source: Radio New Zealand Pharmac needs to act quickly on the RSV vaccine to ensure it is ready for next winter, say experts. SERGII IAREMENKO/Science Photo Library via AFP A “game-changer” immunisation that could save thousands of babies from a potentially deadly lung infection is sitting in the hands of Pharmac, according to respiratory health … Read more

Black Caps, West Indies fourth T20 rained out

Source: Radio New Zealand Mitchell Santner. Chris Symes / www.photosport.nz The fourth T20 international between the Black Caps and West Indies has been wiped out by rain in Nelson. There were just 6.3 overs played before rain took hold at Saxton Oval and didn’t abate enough for a return to the field. The Black Caps … Read more

Wellington teens do the heavy lifting to help full the new library’s shelves

Source: Radio New Zealand A group of Wellington students has turned a page on history, moving some of the last books into the capital’s redeveloped central Library. Te Matapihi has been closed since 2019 after it was deemed earthquake-prone. Following years of construction, the library is set to reopen in March next year. Now, its shelves are … Read more

NZTA discovers 440 fake commercial driver licences

Source: Radio New Zealand NZTA is in the process of contacting the individuals involved. 123RF The New Zealand Transport Agency has discovered and revoked 440 fake commercial driver licensees. NZTA said they discovered false or altered documentation that converted overseas licences to New Zealand licences. The discovery was made in an audit during the “conversion … Read more

NZTA cancelling fraudulently obtained commercial driver licences

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 10 November 2025 3:35 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) has revoked 440 commercial driver licences following the discovery of fraudulent activity. The licences have been revoked after the discovery of false or altered documentation provided by individuals converting overseas licences to New … Read more

Police appealing for information following fatal crash, Waipa

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Sergeant Steven Jones, Waikato Road Policing, Police are appealing for information from the public following a fatal crash in the Waipa District on Saturday 18 October. Emergency services were notified of the crash on Te Pahu Road just after 11am involving a motorcycle that appears to have left … Read more

Arrests, infringements following league celebrations

Source: New Zealand Police Police are disappointed in the actions of a minority of league fans during the final weekend of the Pacific Rugby League Championship. To ensure celebrations were safe and lawful, additonal Police staff were deployed to Ōtāhuhu, Māngere, Ōtara and Clendon as fans took to the streets. Counties Manukau District Commander, Superintendent … Read more

New pathway to grow GP workforce

Source: New Zealand Government Expressions of interest open today for graduate doctors keen to gain hands-on experience in general practice and other community-based settings across New Zealand, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Primary care is the cornerstone of our health system, but New Zealand has a shortage of family doctors, who play a vital role … Read more

Te Pāti Māori purge fails to end the party war

Source: Radio New Zealand Te Pāti Māori co-leaders Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi. RNZ/Samuel Rillstone Analysis: As the Iwi Chairs Forum fought fruitlessly to keep Te Pāti Māori together last week, spokesperson Bayden Barber offered a warning: a split tōtara is only good for the fire. Now Te Pāti Māori finds itself in an inferno. … Read more