Category: australasia
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Severe Weather Warning: Storm to Hit New Zealand on Labour Day
A significant storm is forecast to impact much of New Zealand during Labour Day and Tuesday morning, prompting severe weather warnings from MetService. An active low-pressure system in the Tasman Sea will move across the country, bringing heavy rain and…
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Baby Way Recalls Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker Due to Safety Concerns
Baby Way NZ Limited is recalling its Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker with Push Handle and Stationary Stand (Model 509), sold between 18 November 2023 and 11 October 2024. This recall expands upon a previous notice issued on 14 January 2025,…
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Cyclist Critically Injured in Western Bay of Plenty Crash
A serious crash between a cyclist and a car at the intersection of State Highway 29 and Poripori Road in Western Bay of Plenty has resulted in critical injuries to the cyclist. Police were notified of the incident at 11am.…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ on Sales Season Rules, Surcharges
Consumer NZ is reporting that businesses in New Zealand can only charge public holiday surcharges on actual public holidays. It said that means businesses can’t add surcharges on Saturday and Sunday of the Labour Day weekend. Consumer NZ also noted…
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Severe Storm Predicted to Hit New Zealand on Labour Day
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 10:25 am on Saturday, October 25, 2025, forecasts a significant storm to impact much of New Zealand on Labour Day, Monday, October 27, 2025. A complex trough of low pressure moving from…
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Baby Way Recalls Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker Due to Safety Concerns
Baby Way NZ Limited has issued a recall for the Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker with Push Handle and Stationary Stand (Model 509). This recall expands upon a previous notice issued on January 14, 2025, which offered a fix-up kit with…
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New World Te Kuiti Recalls Hot Roasted Chickens Due to Chemical Contamination
New World Te Kuiti has issued a recall for a specific batch of its in-store Pams Hot Roasted Chickens, sold on October 23, 2025, due to possible contamination with a cleaning chemical. The recall involves the following products: Pams Large…
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Regal Marlborough King Salmon Dip Recalled Due to Incorrect Date
The New Zealand King Salmon Co. Limited has issued a recall for a specific batch of Regal Marlborough King Salmon Dip with Gherkins, Capers & Dill (190g) because it is labelled with an incorrect Use-By date. The affected product has…
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Waikato Police Urge Patience Amid Holiday Traffic Congestion
Waikato Police are advising motorists to exercise patience as heavy congestion builds on roads across the district with the start of the long weekend. Southbound traffic is particularly affected south of Cambridge. Congestion is expected to increase through Waitakaruru and…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementTransportationAustralasia
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Man Arrested Following Aggravated Robbery in Glen Eden
A man has been arrested and charged following an aggravated robbery at a park in Glen Eden. The incident occurred on October 21st, when police responded to a report of a person being assaulted and threatened with a knife at…
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New Zealand Weather: Settled Weekend Before Severe Weather Returns on Monday
After a week of wild weather, New Zealanders can look forward to a more settled weekend before another severe weather event arrives on Monday. Thursday saw extreme conditions across the country, with infrastructure and properties damaged, power cuts, flooding, and…
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Man Charged with Murder in Bucklands Beach Double Homicide
A 38-year-old man has been charged with two counts of murder in connection to the deaths of Jung Sup Lee, 36, and his son Ha-il Lee, 11. The victims died in a fire on Murvale Drive, Bucklands Beach, on October…
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Names Released in Brynderwyn Fatal Crash
Police have released the names of the two individuals who died in a crash on State Highway 1, Brynderwyn, on October 17. The victims have been identified as Vicky-May Davies and Memphis Strachan, both 20 years old. "Our thoughts are…
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Man Arrested in Wanaka Cell Tower Arson Case
A 41-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a series of cellphone tower arsons in Wanaka, including one in Lindis Pass in early July. The man is scheduled to appear in Queenstown District Court today, facing charges…
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Auckland Motorway Closures Announced for October 28-31
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight motorway closures between October 28 and 31, 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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Waitematā Police Warn Businesses of Fraudulent Activity
Waitematā Police are urging businesses to exercise vigilance following a recent increase in attempted fraudulent activities. Detective Sergeant Mark Renfree of the Waitematā CIB reports three recent incidents where individuals attempted to fraudulently obtain goods. The scammers call local hardware…
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New Zealand Braces for Severe Weather: Heavy Rain, Snow, and Gales Forecast
A strong westerly flow is expected to cover New Zealand, bringing a series of severe weather conditions across the country. Issued at 10:20am on Friday, October 24, 2025, the MetService outlook warns of potential impacts from Sunday, October 26, through…
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Auckland's SH16 The Strand Project: Stage 2 Improvements Continue
Auckland's SH16 The Strand Optimization Project is moving forward with several key improvements. Site preparations are underway this week, including grading and rolling to reinstate the car park. The installation of foundations and ducting for the Special Vehicle Lane (SVL)…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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New Guidance for Drone Operators Applying Agrichemicals and VTAs
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has released new guidance for drone operators applying agrichemicals and vertebrate toxic agents (VTAs). This guidance, available on aviation.govt.nz, assists operators in navigating the rules, training, and certification requirements. According to the CAA, agricultural drone…
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaAgricultureFederal Government
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Fatal Crash in Cavendish Claims One Life
One person died in a single-vehicle crash in Cavendish, Ashburton, overnight. Police were called to the scene on Anama Valetta Road at approximately 10.45pm. One person was pronounced dead at the scene. Another individual was transported to a hospital with…
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Tamaki Drive Reopens After Fatal Crash
Tamaki Drive in Parnell, Auckland City, has reopened following Wednesday night's fatal crash between a bus and a car. Police have thanked road users for their patience and understanding. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing, according to…
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Energizer Recalls Hard Case Professional Rechargeable Spotlight
Energizer NZ Limited has issued a recall for its Hard Case Professional Rechargeable Spotlight, 1000 Lumen, due to a potential safety hazard. The recall affects spotlights sold between September 1, 2024, and July 1, 2025, at Bunnings Warehouse, Mitre 10,…
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Severe Gale Warning Issued for Tararua District
MetService has issued a Severe Weather Warning at 8:24pm on Thursday, October 23, 2025, for central New Zealand, anticipating westerly gales and heavy rain. A front over the central North Island is expected to move north early Friday morning, with…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for Central New Zealand
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for central New Zealand, effective as of 5:00pm on Thursday, October 23, 2025. The warnings include Orange level alerts for heavy rain and strong winds. These warnings follow the passing of a weakening front…
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State Highway 1 Reopens Between Clinton and Balclutha
State Highway 1 between Clinton and Balclutha has now re-opened to all traffic, according to the New Zealand Police. However, the police advise that the stretch of highway further north, between Milton and Balclutha, is open only to light vehicles.…
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for Beach Road
Auckland residents should prepare for overnight maintenance work on State Highway 16 (SH16) at Beach Road. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that work will take place between Sunday, October 26, and Thursday, October 30, from 9pm to 5am.…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Police Seek Public Help to Find Missing Teen Aimee
Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating Aimee, a 17-year-old who has been reported missing from the Palmerston North area. Aimee was reported missing on Wednesday, October 15. Initial inquiries have been unsuccessful, prompting a public appeal for information.…
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Auckland SH2 Maintenance Planned for Late October
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight maintenance work on State Highway 2 (SH2) between Steen Road and the SH25 roundabout from Tuesday, October 28, to Thursday, October 30, between 9pm and 5am. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises that stop/go…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for October 30
Auckland motorists should prepare for overnight maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1) between the Ellerslie interchange and Mt Wellington Highway on Thursday, October 30, from 9pm to 5am. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises that the work is weather…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for October 30
Auckland residents should expect overnight maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1), Greville Road, on Thursday, October 30, between 9pm and 5am. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises that the work is weather dependent and dates may change. Motorists are…