Category: australasia
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Christchurch Businesses Targeted in Overnight Burglaries
Two burglaries occurred in Christchurch early Wednesday morning. At 2.10am, an alarm was triggered at a Withells Road, Avonhead address. Shortly after, at 2.25am, police responded to a break-in at the Kwik Kiwi Diner on Parkhouse Road, Wigram. During the…
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Wellington City Council Announces Bus Route Plans and Recognizes Animal Control Officer
Wellington City Council has announced several updates, including recognizing Animal Control Officer Emily Aitkenhead for fostering over 50 dogs. Aitkenhead, who has a background ranging from dog grooming to training German Shepherds, dedicates her time to providing a safe and…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesAustralasiaTransportationLocal Government
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Rechargeable Dehumidifier (Set of 2) Recalled Due to Fire and Injury Risk
A recall has been issued for the Rechargeable Dehumidifier (Set of 2) sold at Innovations Direct between 13 October 2024 and 3 June 2025 [PO No. IN0064449]. The dehumidifier may overheat and short circuit, posing a risk of fire or…
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Man Missing Since 2019 Identified as Body Found in Waikato River
The Police have formally identified Michael Murdoch, 44, from Ngāruawāhia, as the man found deceased in a car in the Waikato River last year. Murdoch had been missing since September 2019. His body was discovered in his car on August…
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Crash Closes State Highway 3 at Ōhaupō
A three-vehicle crash has closed State Highway 3 in Ōhaupō at the West Road intersection. The incident occurred around 12:10pm. Authorities have reported no serious injuries. Detours are active via Forkert Road for northbound traffic and Kaipaki Road for southbound…
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Stats NZ: 1 in 10 Young Adults Identify as LGBTIQ+
A Stats NZ report reveals that 1 in 10 young adults (10.2 percent of those aged 15-29) identified as LGBTIQ+ in the 2023 Census. This is compared to 1 in 20 adults overall (4.9 percent). The report, titled "LGBTIQ+ population…
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Severe Weather Expected to Impact New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:58 am on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, indicates that warning amounts of rain and severe gales may affect parts of New Zealand. Watches and Warnings have already been issued. On Thursday, June…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Gales Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService at 9:46am on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, indicating heavy rain and northwest gales for central and southern New Zealand. An active front, preceded by strong north to northwest gales, is expected…
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Severe Weather Watch: Heavy Rain and Gales Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather watch has been issued for central and southern New Zealand, with an active front bringing heavy rain and strong winds from Wednesday through Friday. The MetService warns that some watches may be upgraded to warnings, and additional…
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Wellington City Libraries Announces Library Card Design Competition
Wellington City Libraries has announced a design competition to mark the opening of Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui in March 2026. The competition invites people of all ages to submit artwork reflecting the theme te taiao/nature, mirroring the new…
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State Highway 1 Blocked in Rototuna North
State Highway 1 near Ennion Rise in Rototuna North is currently blocked due to an incident. Police are at the scene. Motorists are advised to anticipate delays and, where possible, use alternative routes. Further updates will be available on the…
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Police Investigate Assault at Takanini Sikh Temple
Police are investigating an assault that occurred at a Sikh Temple in Takanini on Sunday evening, leaving two people with minor injuries. The incident took place at approximately 5 p.m. at the Takanini School Road site. According to Detective Senior…
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South Island Braces for Heavy Rain and Gales
A severe weather watch has been issued for parts of the South Island, with heavy rain and strong northwest gales expected from Wednesday through Friday. The MetService issued the watch at 10:36am on Monday, June 23, 2025, noting that an…
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South Island Braces for Heavy Rain and Gales
The South Island of New Zealand is bracing for severe weather as an active front approaches, bringing heavy rain and strong northwest gales from Wednesday through Friday. MetService has issued Severe Weather Watches for several regions and warns of potential…
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Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections in Wellington
Wellington City Council has released public notices for recent alcohol license applications. Pho Viet Street Food at 88 Riddiford Street, Newtown, has an application period starting June 16, 2025, and closing July 22, 2025, at 11.59 PM. Supra Restaurant, located…
Politics and GovernmentLegalBusinessAustralasiaState Governments
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Serious Crash Closes Auckland's Great North Road
Auckland's Great North Road in Glen Eden is closed following a serious multi-vehicle crash between Brandon Road and Westech Place. Police were notified around 4:30 pm. Diversions are in place as the road is closed. Authorities have indicated there are…
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Body Found in Christchurch Search for Missing Woman
Police in Christchurch have found a body believed to be that of Elisabeth ‘Lis’ Nicholls, 79, who was reported missing from Riccarton on June 4. Canterbury Police and Land Search and Rescue volunteers had been searching for Lis in the…
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Pakuranga Night Market Assault Leaves Two Critically Injured
Police are investigating an assault at Pakuranga Night Market on Aylesbury Street around 6:45 p.m. last night. Two people were critically injured and have undergone surgery. They are now in stable condition at a hospital. Locals will see an increased…
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Serious Crash Closes State Highway 2 Near Pukehina
State Highway 2 near Otamarakau Valley Road, Pukehina, is closed following a serious two-vehicle crash this morning. Police were alerted to the incident at around 10am. The crash has resulted in injuries. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes as…
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Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash in East Tamaki
A person died in a single-vehicle crash on Springs Road, East Tamaki, last night. Emergency services responded around 10:40 p.m. to reports of a rolled vehicle. The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene. Police are investigating the…
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Assault at Pakuranga Night Market Leaves Two Critically Injured
Emergency services were called to Aylesbury Street at approximately 6:45 p.m. following a reported assault at the Pakuranga Night Market. Two individuals were found with critical injuries. Police have established cordons around Aylesbury Street and Reeves Road, advising the public…
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Police Seek Public Assistance to Locate Missing Man in Mosgiel
Police in Mosgiel are asking for the public's help to find 72-year-old Christopher Beaumont, who has been missing since about 2.45pm today. He was last seen in the Goodall Street area of Mosgiel. Christopher was wearing a blue t-shirt, black…
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Four Apprehended After Stolen Vehicle Crashes in Manukau
Four individuals were apprehended after a stolen vehicle crashed in Manukau this afternoon. At approximately 3 p.m., police spotted the stolen vehicle on Portage Road in Otahuhu. The Eagle police helicopter tracked the vehicle as it headed south toward Manukau,…
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Levin House Fire Under Investigation; Man Arrested
A suspicious house fire in Levin is under investigation by Manawatū Police and Fire and Emergency New Zealand after being reported at 4:15 a.m. on Cambridge Street. The occupants escaped without injury. A 40-year-old Levin man is in custody and…
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Search Intensifies for Missing Woman in Christchurch's Hagley Park
Police are focusing their search for missing Christchurch woman Elisabeth ‘Lis’ Nicholls in the eastern end of Hagley Park, specifically around Park Terrace and Salisbury/Montreal Street. Nicholls was last seen at the Chateau on the Park in Riccarton on the…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementAustralasiaSocial Issues
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Correction to File Number in Tūrangi Homicide Enquiry
Police have issued a correction to the file number for the Tūrangi homicide enquiry. The correct file number is 250620/6271. The police are appealing to the public for information and any footage that may assist their investigation. Anyone with information…
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Police Seek Information on Unattended Dinghy in Kawau Bay, Auckland
Police are seeking information regarding an unattended tin dinghy found drifting off Kawau Bay this morning. Authorities have not received any missing person reports that seem to be related, but they want to ensure the owner of the dinghy is…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:06 am on Saturday, June 21, 2025, indicates a minimal risk of severe weather for Monday, June 23, and Tuesday, June 24. A weak front is expected to move over the North…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Names Top Electric and Hybrid Cars for 2025
Consumer NZ is reporting its experts have compiled a buying guide and test results to compare the best electric and hybrid cars of 2025. It said the guide makes it easy to find vehicles that are affordable to run and…
BusinessScience & TechnologyAustralasiaEconomyEnvironmentTransportation
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Supercheap Auto Recalls ToolPRO Engine Stand Due to Welding Defect
Supercheap Auto has issued a recall for the ToolPRO 570KG Engine Stand due to defective welding that may cause the support column to collapse. Sold between February 19, 2025, and May 20, 2025, at Supercheap Auto, the affected batch numbers…