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Source: Radio New Zealand Global Sumud Flotilla boats were intercepted by Israeli Defense Forces. GLOBAL SUMUD FLOTILLA / SUPPLIED Up to six New Zealanders may have been caught up in an Israeli Defense Force’s interception of boats in a flotilla bound for Gaza, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade says. An MFAT spokesperson said … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Palmerston North Mayor Grant Smith. LDR A local council representative has called for “balance”, as the government contemplates a cap on unsustainable rates increases. The legislation, which would restrict the increases to 2-4 percent each year, was proposed for early 2027, with a two-year transition period, but international credit ratings agency … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The lawyer for the Commerce Commission has described it as a cynical marketing ploy. 123rf.com Gym chain City Fitness has battled claims in court it deceived customers with misleading membership prices. The fitness giant faced 16 charges under the Fair Trading Act . The Commerce Commission claimed City Fitness’ advertised membership … Read more
AM Edition: Here are the top 10 politics articles on LiveNews.co.nz for April 30, 2026 – Full Text
Source: Radio New Zealand A forklift on fire at Nelson Port. Supplied/ Mike Wilson Firefighters are working to extinguish a fire that started in a forklift at Port Nelson. Fire and Emergency says it was called to the fire at the port just before 4.30pm. When firefighters arrived they found a large forklift on fire … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Raw wool samples on display for buyers to peruse at the PGG Wrightson wool store and auction house. RNZ/Monique Steele A new national wool auction, closing a chapter for Hawke’s Bay, was off to a subdued but promising start in Christchurch this week. The hammer went down on more than 9000 … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are reminding anyone considering joining informal bicycle rides across Auckland in coming weeks that we will be taking action. Inspector Dave Christoffersen, of Counties Manukau, says Police are aware there are a number of these rides across parts of Counties Manukau and Auckland city planned for weekends in May. “We … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Landmark reforms to Auckland’s transport system passed their third reading today, restoring democratic accountability and fixing the basics of how Auckland makes transport decisions, Transport Minister Chris Bishop, Auckland Minister Simon Watts, and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown say. “These reforms deliver on the Government’s commitment to reset transport governance and restore … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland FC fans, crowd and supporters aka The Port. Andrew Cornaga / www.photosport.nz Auckland FC’s season is on the line this Saturday – and their patchy home form means survival is far from certain. Win the A-League Elimination Final against Melbourne City at Go Media Stadium and Auckland will progress to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The airline says the changes are because of the ongoing impact of high fuel costs. AFP Air New Zealand has made further cuts to some regional flights, in what one mayor calls “disappointing news”. The flag carrier last announced reductions earlier this month citing ongoing high costs for jet fuel. On … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith RNZ / Mark Papalii The National Iwi Chairs Forum (NICF) says the government has breached its Waitangi Treaty obligations to consult with Māori in proceeding with legislation that would weaken treaty clauses across a range of laws. In a joint letter to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Justice … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand By Sammy Carter Kiwi Aid & Refugee Evacuation (Kiwi K.A.R.E) have already distributed 8000 stoves and water boilers to Ukrainian families. Supplied A New Zealand charity is preparing to send aid of thousands more stoves and water boilers into Ukraine’s most dangerous red zones. Kiwi Aid & Refugee Evacuation (Kiwi K.A.R.E) … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Senior Sergeant Gary Iddenten, Gore Police: Gore Police are appealing for information following an aggravated burglary at a rural property on Mataura Island Road, Mataura Island in the early hours of Tuesday morning 28 April. At about 6.50am intruders were disturbed at the property. An altercation followed between a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Winston Peters. RNZ / Mark Papalii Winston Peters is “very, very confused” over the handling of official information relating to the Iran war, National’s deputy leader Nicola Willis said. Foreign Minister Winston Peters said it was a “process mistake”, while National said he was putting politics ahead of the country. The … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Dunedin City councillor Benedict Ong said he had no plans to resign. Tess Brunton / RNZ A Dunedin City Councillor has defended leaking a confidential email about a fresh code of conduct complaint against him to reporters. First-term councillor Benedict Ong is accused of disclosing confidential information in emails copied to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach New strategy highlights synergy among Global Payment, Global Account and Inclusive and Embedded Finance services built on progress in AI and interoperability. As a foundation to the business, Ant International’s global payment services support over 300 payment methods, including more than 10 national QR systems and 50 digital wallets and bank apps, … Read more
Source: Privacy Commissioner 30 Apr 2026, 16:13 The Policing Amendment Bill would create significant risks for the privacy and rights of New Zealanders, Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster says. “I do not support the Bill and recommend that it not be passed. If it does proceed, I recommend that it be amended to provide for safeguards”, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Google Maps Talley’s will close its Westport fish processing factory, the company has confirmed. Chief executive officer Tony Hazlett said Talley’s will consolidate its fish processing operations, and the last day for the Westport site will be Friday, 15 May. “Talley’s Seafood confirms that all 92 affected staff will be offered … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Three vehicles were involved in a crash at the intersection of Mile Flat Road and State Highway One. Google Maps Part of State Highway 1 is closed near Hampden in North Otago because of a serious crash. Police say three vehicles were involved in the crash at the intersection of Mile … Read more
Source: Heritage New Zealand Lunchtime in central Wellington is about to get a shake-up courtesy of Old St Paul’s and NZ Music Month Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa. Throughout May, Old St Paul’s will celebrate NZ Music Month with a series of lunchtime listening sessions featuring selected 2026 Aotearoa Music Award-nominated albums played in full. The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Two large unexploded Second World War-era bombs in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea, have been made safe by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) after the Autonomous Bougainville Government asked for New Zealand’s help to dispose of them. Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel deployed to Bougainville to dispose of a … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council During a Council planning process several years ago, a group of rainbow rangatahi from Aotea College requested a mural for the city celebrating their community, and Porirua City Council agreed to make it happen. Last year a group of students from Rainbow Aotea sat down with council officers to work out the … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council Porirua City Council is introducing licence plate recognition technology to efficiently enforce parking around the city and to keep parking officers safe. Licence plate recognition (LPR) was introduced in Wellington and Hutt City in 2024 and 2025, respectively, and is also in use in Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga. In Porirua, from 4 … Read more
Source: BusinessNZ The Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum (ANZLF) held a high-level industry roundtable on Friday 24 April to address ongoing fuel supply challenges. The session took place alongside the official bilateral meeting between the Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP, Treasurer of Australia, and the Hon Nicola Willis, Minister of Finance of New Zealand. The discussion … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation which provides the Serious Fraud Office with more powers to go after criminals has passed first reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say. “It’s estimated fraud in New Zealand results in billions of dollars in losses each year, and causes untold harm to … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 30 April 2026 DOC received a call on Monday 27 April stating a group of eight kororā had been allegedly killed by a dog at Long Beach, near Dunedin. DOC Acting Coastal Otago Operations Manager Chris Hankin says DOC is taking the claims seriously but needs evidence to progress investigations … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police is disappointed at the concerning number of deaths on our roads over the past fortnight as they highlight the importance of safe driving behaviours every day. Inspector Peter McKennie, acting Director of Road Policing, says since Monday 20 April, 18 people have been killed in 14 separate crashes. And as … Read more