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Panda Mart Recalls Music Cube and 6-Sided Cube Toy
Panda Mart has issued a recall for its Music Cube and 6-Sided Cube Toy, as these products do not comply with New Zealand toy standards. According to a release, the toys may present a potential risk to children under three…
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Two Caught Illegally Whitebaiting in Southland After Season End
Two men are facing potential prosecution after being caught illegally whitebaiting in Southland. Police and the Department of Conservation (DOC) have been jointly running Operation Īnaka, targeting illegal whitebaiting in Western Southland. On a recent enforcement night, police caught two…
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Police Investigate Twyford Burglaries, Seek Public Assistance
Hawke's Bay Police are investigating a series of rural burglaries in the Twyford area. They are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying a possible vehicle or person of interest. The incidents occurred in close proximity over consecutive nights.…
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Serious Crash Closes Puketaha and Taylor Roads in Gordonton
Puketaha Road and Taylor Road are currently closed near their intersection in Gordonton following a serious two-vehicle crash this afternoon. Police were called to the scene at approximately 1pm. Initial reports indicate that there have been critical injuries. The Serious…
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New Zealand's Unemployment Rate Stays Above 5% in September 2025
New Zealand's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained at 5.3 percent in the September 2025 quarter, according to Stats NZ. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter with the unemployment rate exceeding 5 percent. The last time the unemployment rate reached 5.3…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Rain and Winds Forecast for South Island
A weather outlook issued at 10:05am on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, indicates that a front will bring rain and strong northwest winds to the southern South Island on Saturday, November 8, 2025, though watches or warnings are unlikely. A weakening…
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Nothing Naughty Recalls Pea Protein Due to Undeclared Allergen
Nothing Naughty 2021 Limited is recalling a specific batch of its Nothing Naughty brand Premium Pea Protein - Natural Caramel because it contains an undeclared milk allergen. The recall affects the 1kg product with a best before date of 07…
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Wellington City Council Issues and Receives Resource Consents
Wellington City Council has announced the recent resource consents issued and applied for between October 6 and October 19, 2025. The council has provided access to the information through two PDF documents. One document details the resource consents issued during…
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Police Seize Vehicles After Burnouts Disrupt Funeral
Police have condemned the disruptive actions of individuals performing burnouts at Waikumete Cemetery during funeral proceedings. The incident, which occurred yesterday afternoon, led to the arrest of two men and the seizure of two cars and a motorbike. Waitematā West…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Minimal Severe Weather Risk
A weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:19am on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, indicates a minimal risk of severe weather across New Zealand from Thursday, November 6, through Sunday, November 9, 2025. According to the forecast, a front will move…
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Timezone Recalls Rubber Duck Figurines Due to Choking Hazard
Timezone has announced a recall of its Rubber Duck Figurines, sold between 1 November 2022 and 17 October 2025, due to a potential choking hazard. The product could be classified as a Squeeze Toy and it may pose a risk…
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Auckland's SH16 to Close for Infrastructure Upgrade in November 2025
State Highway 16 (SH16) in Auckland will be closed in both directions between Trigg Road and Foster Road from 7pm Saturday, November 8, to 5am Monday, November 10, 2025. The closure is to allow for the replacement of a large…
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Police Investigate Deliberate Cafe Fire in Ōrewa, New Zealand
Police have launched “Operation Governor” to investigate a deliberately lit fire at a cafe on the Hibiscus Coast over the weekend. The Waitematā North CIB is also investigating a previous attempted arson and damage to businesses in nearby Ōrewa. The…
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Truck Crash Blocks State Highway 5 Near Rotorua
A truck crash has blocked State Highway 5 at Whakarewarewa, south of Rotorua, this afternoon. The incident occurred around 3:30 PM when a truck and trailer carrying logs overturned between Waipa State Mill Road and Eight Mile Gate Road. The…
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Hawke’s Bay District Enters Restricted Fire Season
Restricted Fire Season for most of the Hawke’s Bay District Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand -- Much of the Hawke’s Bay District will move into a restricted fire season from midday 4 November until further notice. A restricted fire…
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Auckland SH1 Motorway Maintenance: Closures from Bombay to Drury
Auckland motorists should prepare for disruptions as maintenance work is set to take place on State Highway 1 (SH1) between the Bombay and Drury interchanges. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced that closures will be in effect from Tuesday,…
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Search and Rescue Team Find Body at Fox River
A 27-year-old woman has been found dead near Fox River after she was reported overdue from a tramping expedition. Police were called to the Fox River around 6 a.m. on Saturday, November 1, after the woman, who had left on…
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New Zealand Enjoys Warm, Dry Start to November After Wet October
Following a wet October, New Zealand is experiencing a warm and dry start to November. Wānaka and Queenstown, which had their second-wettest Octobers on record, will particularly welcome this change. Marlborough Anniversary Day began with sunshine and blue skies across…
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Shotgun Fired at Brooklyn Residential Complex, Wellington
Wellington Police are appealing for information following a firearms incident at a residential complex in Brooklyn on Sunday afternoon. A shotgun was discharged at a property on Brooklyn Road around 3.30pm on November 2nd. Detective Senior Sergeant Lee Underhill stated…
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Swift Police Response Foils Alleged Car Thieves in Northcote
A rapid police response in Northcote led to the arrest of two individuals suspected of breaking into cars early Thursday morning. At approximately 2:10 am, Waitematā Police received a report from a resident concerning individuals breaking into vehicles on Clarence…
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Illegal Hunting Investigation in Canterbury Leads to Firearm Seizures and Licence Suspensions
An investigation into illegal hunting in North Canterbury has led to the seizure of 31 firearms and the suspension of six firearms licences. The police operation, supported by the Firearms Safety Authority – Te Tari Pūreke, uncovered a network of…
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New Zealand Stats Seeks Public Input on Next Census Design
Stats NZ has opened a public consultation on the design of the next census, scheduled for 3 November 2025. The consultation seeks feedback on proposed data collection methods and content. New Zealand is shifting to a census model that emphasizes…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Minimal Risk of Severe Weather
A weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:25 am on Monday, November 3, 2025, indicates a minimal risk of severe weather across New Zealand for the upcoming days. The forecast spans from Wednesday, November 5, through Saturday, November 8, 2025.…
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Fatal Crash in Rangiriri Claims One Life
One person died in a two-vehicle crash in Rangiriri overnight. Police were called to Rodda Road around 10 p.m. yesterday, where they found one person deceased at the scene. Two others were transported to hospital in critical to serious condition.…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
MetService has issued a severe weather outlook, forecasting minimal risk of severe weather across New Zealand from Tuesday, November 4th, to Friday, November 7th, 2025. On Tuesday, a front is expected to move northeast to the east of the South…
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Warns Against Buying Toys, Chargers From Temu, Shein
Consumer NZ is reporting that consumer testing has found numerous children’s toys and products, as well as USB chargers and necklaces, sold on Temu and Shein are not safe. Consumer NZ also noted that Microsoft is in court for allegedly…
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Severe Gale Risk for Southern New Zealand
A high moving east of the North Island is extending a ridge over northern New Zealand. A front over the Southern Ocean will reach the south of the South Island on Monday night, bringing moist northwesterlies. MetService has issued a…
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Magnetic Fidget Pens Recalled Due to Magnet Hazard
Relacom Technologies Ltd, operating as Winbox / Chargerrus, has issued a recall for Magnetic Fidget Pens sold between October 5, 2022, and September 30, 2025. The pens, sold via Trade Me stores “winbox” and “chargerrus”, pose a hazard due to…
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Fatal Crash in Whatawhata Claims One Life
One person has died following a serious crash in Whatawhata this evening. At approximately 5.15pm, emergency services were called to a report of a car that had gone into a river near Te Pahu Road. After the vehicle was recovered,…
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Glenorchy Man Remanded in Custody After Drug Search
A 46-year-old man from Glenorchy has been remanded in custody following a search warrant executed at his property. The Otago Lakes Central Organised Crime Team conducted the search as part of an ongoing operation targeting methamphetamine supply. Quantities of cocaine,…
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