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Thousands of rugby fans hit by train delays, left waiting 45 minutes to travel from Eden Park
Rugby fans poured out of Eden Park to find they had to wait half a match again for ride.
Read at NZ HeraldPolice reiterate appeal following Norsewood assault
Location: Central Police investigating an assault in Norsewood earlier today are reiterating our appeal for information from the public. Cordons have been lifted following the altercation around 10:30am today at the side of State Highway 2
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Winston Peters mounts fierce defence of all races that come here legally
The NZ First leader has made remarks about MP Lawrence Xu-Nan that were called racist.
Read at NZ HeraldFatal crash: Te Puke
Location: Bay of Plenty One person has died in a serious crash in Te Puke this morning. Emergency services were alerted to the crash near the corner of Te Puke Highway and Rangiruru Road at about 10.50am. One person was pronounced deceased
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Norsewood assault: Police seek dashcam footage after man critically injured
Inquiries are underway to find those who drove off after a fight on SH2 near Norsewood.
Read at NZ HeraldSerious assault in Norsewood
Location: Central Attributable to Sergeant Ryan Harrison: A man is in critical condition after a reported assault in Norsewood. Police and ambulance were called to reports of disorder around 10:30am on the side of State Highway 2, following
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Noah Kahan backs All Blacks before Bledisloe Cup clash with Wallabies
Noah Kahan wore an All Blacks jersey for the closing songs at Spark Arena last night.
Read at NZ HeraldCharges laid in Phillipstown double homicide
Location: Canterbury Attribute to: Detective Inspector Greg Murton A 58-year-old man has been charged in relation to a double homicide in Phillipstown, Christchurch this morning. The man will face two charges of murder, one charge of attemp
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Eight die in battle that killed ex-NZSAS soldier Justin Conaglen, wounded Green Beret and MMA star Tim Kennedy
Details emerge about scale of Congo ambush and how UFC fighter was caught up in attack.
Read at NZ HeraldPerson charged in relation to Braydon Hepworth death
Location: Canterbury Attribute to: Detective Inspector Scott Anderson A 60-year-old Christchurch man has been charged in relation to the disappearance and subsequent death of 21-year-old Braydon Hepworth. The man is facing charges relating
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Read at NZ HeraldHomicide investigation launched: Phillipstown, Christchurch
Location: Canterbury Attribute to Detective Inspector Nicola Reeves Two people have died and two others are in custody following a serious incident in Phillipstown, Christchurch this morning. Police were called to an address on Olliviers Ro
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Māngere incident: Armed police at health clinic, street blocked after two injured in Harwell Place incident
St John was notified at 12.33pm of an incident on Harwell Place, Māngere.
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National winks to Opportunity promising to review bottom trawling and create new Waiheke reserve
National released its fishing policy today.
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Election 2026: Are there 480,000 undecided voters who will determine this election? - Adam Pearse
Both National and Labour will be hoping some undecided Kiwis head their way before Nov 7.
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Ethan Smith and associates burgled Christchurch homes, set car alight
The victim says she and her family have lost their sense of safety, even in a new home.
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Additional domestic student places for veterinary science at Massey University
“An increase in the number of funded domestic places in Massey University’s Bachelor of Veterinary Science programme from 125 to 140 per year from 2027 onwards will help address demand for veterinarians in the future,” says Minister for Ter
Read at BeehiveDistrict Court Judges Appointed
Attorney-General Hon Chris Bishop has announced the appointment of Leighvi Maynard of Gisborne and Nicola Graham of Napier as District Court Judges. Mr Maynard began his legal career at Simpson Grierson in Auckland, where he was a member of
Read at BeehiveSimpler food safety, stronger focus on risk
The Government is proposing changes to make it easier for food businesses to meet their food safety obligations, with less paperwork and a sharper focus on the risks that matter, Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard says. Consultation opened
Read at BeehiveFood and fibre exports hit record $65.2 billion
Food and fibre exports reached a record $65.2 billion in the year to 30 June 2026, up $4.8 billion on the year before, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. "Kiwi farmers and growers keep delivering for the New Zealand economy
Read at BeehiveInvestigation into Apollo Stadium site planning rules
An investigation has been launched into whether Christchurch planning rules are getting in the way of new housing, economic growth and the future redevelopment of the former Apollo Projects Stadium site, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop say
Read at BeehiveFour more school redevelopments get the green light
The Government is investing a further $37 million to redevelop four schools, taking investment in school redevelopment projects approved this year to more than $200 million, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. “When we came into Governm
Read at BeehiveNext steps in fight against organised crime
The new Transnational, Serious and Organised Crime (TSOC) Chief Executive Board has met for the first time today, Associate Police Minister Casey Costello has announced. “We need better organised government to fight organised crime, and the
Read at BeehiveMedia advisory - Police Media Centre hours this weekend
Location: National News Media are advised that due to staffing constraints, the Police Media Centre will close at 7pm on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October. As always, information about any critical events outside our operating hours will be
Read at NZ PoliceMore Kiwis choosing teaching
More New Zealanders are choosing to become teachers, with initial teacher education enrolments up 40 per cent since 2023. Education Minister Erica Stanford says the increase shows more Kiwis want to be part of New Zealand’s teaching workfor
Read at BeehiveDeath following water related incident, Tangimoana
Location: Central One person has died after a water related incident in Tangimoana this afternoon. About 2.30pm, Police were called to Tangimoana Beach Road after reports of two people were swept out to sea while swimming. One person has ma
Read at NZ PoliceRMA national direction reforms complete
The Government has completed the biggest overhaul of national direction in the history of the Resource Management Act - with the final changes making it faster, easier and more affordable to build and upgrade New Zealand’s electricity and t
Read at BeehiveName release: Unexplained death, Dunedin
Location: Southern Police can confirm the identity of the man that was found deceased on Leckhampton Court on Wednesday 30 September. He was 40-year-old David Noah, from Dunedin. Police continue to investigate the circumstances around Mr No
Read at NZ PoliceMore psychology hubs to grow the frontline
The Government is growing the frontline psychology workforce by ensuring more psychology students have access to internships, with the number of Psychology Intern Hubs increasing next year, Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey says. “We k
Read at BeehiveSmall white hatchback driver sought following fatal crash on Dyers Pass Road
Location: Canterbury Police are appealing for information as enquiries continue into a fatal crash involving a cyclist on Dyers Pass Road, Christchurch, this morning Friday 9 October. As part of the investigation, Police would like to speak
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