Category: australasia
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Red Warning Issued for Severe Gales in Inland Canterbury
MetService has issued a severe weather warning at 9:55 am on Sunday, September 21, 2025, for heavy rain and severe north to northwest gales affecting southern and central New Zealand. An active front is moving northeast over the South Island,…
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Man Arrested for Lasering Aircraft in Wellington
A 35-year-old man is due in court after allegedly using a laser in a dangerous manner, targeting two commercial aircraft in Wellington on Saturday evening. At approximately 6:45 pm, Air Traffic Control reported that a plane preparing to land at…
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Red Warning Issued for Severe Gales in Inland Canterbury
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for much of southern and central New Zealand, with a red warning in place for severe northwest gales in parts of inland Canterbury. The warnings, issued at 8:28pm on Saturday, September 20, 2025, cover…
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Fatal Crash in Whanganui East Claims One Life
One person died following a single-vehicle crash in Whanganui East this morning. The crash was reported around 9.50am on State Highway 4/Anzac Parade. Despite emergency services' efforts, the vehicle's sole occupant died at the scene. State Highway 4 has since…
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Red Warning Issued for Damaging Winds in Canterbury High Country
MetService has issued a Red Warning for Damaging Winds in the Canterbury High Country, effective from 10pm Saturday to 3pm Sunday. This escalation, made in consultation with the Canterbury Regional Council, is due to an active front bringing very strong…
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Serious Crash Blocks State Highway 4 in Whanganui East
A serious crash occurred on State Highway 4/Anzac Parade, Whanganui East, prompting a response from emergency services around 9:50 this morning. Initial reports indicate critical injuries resulting from the single-vehicle incident. The Serious Crash Unit has been notified, and the…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
MetService has issued a severe weather outlook, predicting active fronts will bring rain and strong gales to parts of New Zealand. The outlook, released at 10:20 am on Saturday, September 20, 2025, covers the period from Monday, September 22, to…
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Red Warning Issued for Severe Gales in Canterbury as Active Front Approaches New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued for southern and central New Zealand, with a Red Warning in place for parts of inland Canterbury due to severe northwest gales. The warning, issued at 9:58am on Saturday, September 20, 2025, forecasts…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Highlights Microwave Ovens, Power Bills, and Washing Machines
Consumer NZ is reporting on several consumer-related topics, including affordable microwave ovens under $300. It says it has identified several models, including its highest scorer. Consumer NZ also highlights a story about how some of its readers have achieved cheaper…
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on Kimmel Suspension, Vaccine Recommendations, and More
NPR is reporting that ABC's suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show has sparked a national conversation about free speech after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. NPR said Kimmel's show was pulled after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr threatened retaliation against ABC…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Train Passengers Stranded, US Tourists Masquerading as Canadians
Radio New Zealand is reporting that passengers were stranded on a train in Wellington for over three hours Friday morning after an overhead electric cable came down. RNZ said the cable failure caused major disruption on the Kāpiti Line. KiwiRail…
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Auckland's SH16 Strand Optimisation Project Nears Completion
Auckland's SH16 The Strand Optimisation Project is nearing completion, with asphalt surfacing finished this week. The most disruptive stage of the project has now been delivered, and fences and cones will be progressively removed from early next week. Crews have…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Crash Closes Tongariro Street in Chartwell
Tongariro Street in Chartwell is currently closed following a crash. The single vehicle crash was reported at 2:30pm. No injuries have been reported. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
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Three-Vehicle Crash Causes Delays on Auckland's Southern Motorway
A three-vehicle crash is causing delays for city-bound traffic on the Southern Motorway (SH1) near Greenlane in Auckland City. The incident, involving two vehicles and a truck, occurred near the northbound Greenlane off-ramp. Emergency services are currently at the scene.…
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Woman Charged with Arson in Hokitika Fire
A 42-year-old woman from Hokitika has been charged in connection to the fire that destroyed the old Seaview Hospital complex in Hokitika in August. The woman was arrested on Wednesday, September 17, following a search warrant executed at a local…
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Man Arrested in Te Awamutu for Public Safety Risk
Te Awamutu Police have arrested a 20-year-old man, who was wanted after being deemed a risk to public safety. He will appear in the Hamilton District Court on September 24, facing charges including burglary, intentional damage, reckless driving, and unlawful…
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Auckland Motorway Closures Planned for September 21-26
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight motorway closures between September 21 and 26, according to NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi. These closures are necessary for essential motorway improvements and maintenance work. Any work delayed by bad weather will be completed…
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New Zealand's Goods Exports Surge in August 2025
New Zealand's overseas merchandise trade statistics for August 2025 reveal a significant increase in goods exports compared to August 2024. Goods exports rose by $1.1 billion (23 percent), reaching $5.9 billion. Conversely, goods imports saw a slight decrease of $30…
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Severe Weather Expected to Hit New Zealand
An active front is expected to move northwards over the South Island on Sunday, bringing heavy rain and strong to gale northerly winds, according to MetService. There is high confidence of severe north to northwest gales about the Canterbury high…
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Severe Weather Warning: Gales and Heavy Rain for Southern and Central New Zealand
MetService has issued a severe weather warning for southern and central New Zealand, effective late Saturday and Sunday. An active front, preceded by a strong north to northwest flow, will move northeast over the South Island on Sunday, becoming slow-moving…
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Kmart Recalls ANKO Portable Blenders Due to Injury Risk
Kmart has issued a recall for ANKO Portable Blenders sold between January 23, 2025, and September 3, 2025. The recall affects blenders of various colors with the following SKUs: 43493081 (White), 43495474 (Blue), 43495467 (Green), and 43518364 (Lilac). The hazard…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for SH18
Auckland motorists should prepare for upcoming maintenance work on State Highway 18 (SH18), as advised by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi. The maintenance will occur on Sunday, September 21, and Wednesday, September 24, causing closures and detours. On September 21,…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Scheduled for Late September
Auckland residents should prepare for upcoming maintenance work on State Highway 2 (SH2), according to NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi. The work will take place between 9pm and 5am on the following dates and locations: * Monday, September 22: Between…
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Media Monitor: Former Finance Minister Calls for Willis' Resignation
RNZ is reporting that former Finance Minister Roger Douglas is calling for the resignation of current Finance Minister Nicola Willis. He and University of Auckland macroeconomics chair Robert MacCulloch said the contraction in GDP, as revealed by Stats NZ, is…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for Late September
Auckland motorists should prepare for disruptions as NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi undertakes essential maintenance work on State Highway 20 (SH20) between Cavendish Drive and Massey Road. The maintenance is scheduled from Sunday, September 21, to Thursday, September 25, between…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for The Strand and Gladstone Road
Auckland residents should prepare for upcoming maintenance work on State Highway 16 (SH16) and Gladstone Road, according to NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi. The work is scheduled to take place on The Strand from Sunday, September 21, to Thursday, September…
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RNZ Reaches Record 83% of New Zealanders, Trust Increases
RNZ has achieved a record reach of 83% of New Zealanders aged 18 and over per month, according to the latest Verian Value Indices Survey. This represents an increase from 79% in the previous survey. Simultaneously, trust in RNZ has…
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Severe Weather Warning Lifted for Lower North Island
MetService issued a severe weather warning at 3:36pm on Thursday, September 18, 2025, announcing that strong winds over the lower North Island are easing. Consequently, all warnings and watches related to this weather event have been lifted. The Strong Wind…
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Auckland Highway Maintenance Planned for September 21-25
Auckland residents should prepare for upcoming maintenance work on State Highway 16 (SH16) between Woodhill Park Road and McPike Road. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that work will take place from Sunday, September 21, to Thursday, September 25,…
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Auckland Harbour Bridge and Northcote Road to Onewa Road to undergo maintenance
Auckland, New Zealand – The NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced upcoming maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1) in the Auckland area. The Auckland Harbour Bridge will undergo maintenance on Wednesday, September 24, between 9pm and 5am, with…
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