New Zealand National Stuff
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 05:17:37 GMTLoose chips have damaged dozens of cars on Transmission Gully
At least 40 drivers on the new billion-dollar motorway have reported chip damage, prompting a call to double following distances.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 06:22:10 GMTMultimillion-dollar skate park on the cards for Wellington
A new $5.6 million park would improve “dire” skate facilities in the capital, as the once-underground sport entrenches itself in the mainstream.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 00:55:45 GMTCovid-19: Underwhelming turnout for third day of '14 days of protest'
About 30 people have gathered in central Wellington park to let it be known they don't like the way the Government has handled the pandemic.
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 17:00:00 GMTFrom pseudo-volcanoes to carbon-sucking rocks. Can technology fix the climate?
Are emerging technologies that alter the climate a risky distraction or a saviour? This week’s big global climate report should stoke the fiery debate.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 02:20:40 GMTResidency 'mercy' for woman who feared deportation after her husband's death
When Qianqian Geng's husband died in a car crash, her residency application was put on hold and she worried she'd have to leave NZ - until she got a call from the immigration minister.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 03:37:43 GMTOverwhelming support for miniature train expansion, but some say train toots are too loud
Plans to expand a miniature train network in a Christchurch domain have received overwhelming public support, but not everyone is happy.
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 17:00:00 GMTThe self-proclaimed 'sheriffs' who want to arrest the authorities
On a Tuesday afternoon last month, around two dozen people joined a Zoom meeting to decide whether to sentence the New Zealand Government to death.
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 20:55:17 GMTCrucial witness in Jane Furlong murder inquiry dies
The cold case has been dealt a blow, with the death of a key witness who was one of the last to see Furlong alive - her boyfriend.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 03:47:39 GMTChild remains in hospital after crash in South Taranaki on Saturday
Two people, including a child, remain in hospital after separate crashes in Taranaki over the weekend.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 04:09:51 GMTFENZ: 1000 hectare fire near Bluff could take a fortnight to extinguish
Nine helicopters and four ground crews are working to control a fire burning across 1000 hectares of Department of Conservation land at Awarua, south of Invercargill.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 03:23:56 GMTPolice not seeking anyone in relation to deaths of mother and son
A mother and son were found dead in their Christchurch home after police were asked to do a welfare check by a concerned relative.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 07:48:01 GMTTaranaki Round the Mountain Cycle Classic powers back after two-year absence
Eighty-two riders took on the 130-kilometre course
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 07:42:31 GMTTeen 'tackled' after fleeing driver hits wall, then police car
A 17-year-old has been arrested after a suspected stolen car crashed into wall amid dramatic scenes in Wellington's Aro Valley.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 06:00:00 GMTNew Plymouth fundraiser for Ukraine a sell-out success
It took less than two hours for the Taranaki community to raise $5000 for Ukraine – by clearing out the tables at a bake sale.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 06:00:00 GMTCovid-19 NZ: Cabinet set to decide whether traffic light setting moves from 'red' to 'orange'
ANALYSIS: The peak of the Omicron outbreak has passed, vaccine passes will no longer be mandatory, and the trans-Tasman border will re-open. Could the Covid-19 restrictions be unwound even further?
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 05:47:36 GMTFree Covid-19 healthcare message may not be reaching all, community providers say
The Government has put nearly $1 billion towards community healthcare for those with Covid-19, but not everyone is aware Covid-related GP appointments are free.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 05:45:40 GMTFinal 1080 drop leaves forest park's future uncertain
Bovine tuberculosis eradication in Aorangi Forest Park has been so successful, possum poisoning operations may end, leaving it vulnerable to pests.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 04:57:08 GMTRotorua Lakes Council’s representation review, ward models and law change push explained
Rotorua's council is pushing for an electoral law change. How did we get here?
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 04:47:23 GMTFear of catching Covid-19 keeping many older Kiwis from crucial social connections
Frances Sheehy, 76, has been playing Bridge for 55 years, but these days Covid-19 is keeping her from participating in the tournaments she loves so much.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 04:09:48 GMTFlood gate solution for Edgecumbe stormwater saga
Recent heavy rain flooded several properties in the township, but the Whakatāne District Council says it has a fix.