Category: australasia
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Auckland Motorway Maintenance Planned for Late November and Early December
Auckland motorists should prepare for disruptions due to scheduled maintenance work on State Highway 1 (SH1) and Great South Road in late November and early December. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi has announced the following works: On Sunday, November 30,…
TransportationPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaState Governments
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Auckland's SH20 Southbound Lanes to Expand
Auckland motorists should prepare for upcoming roadworks on State Highway 20 (SH20) as NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi undertakes a safety improvement project. Beginning in mid-January and continuing until late March 2026, the project aims to increase the capacity of…
Politics and GovernmentTransportationAustralasiaState Governments
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Fatal Motorcycle Crash Closes SH1 Near Kaikoura
A serious crash near Waipapa Bay, Kaikoura, involving a motorcycle has resulted in one fatality. Police were called to the scene around 10 a.m. One person was found with injuries and died at the scene. The Serious Crash Unit is…
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New Zealand Weather: Heatwave Continues Amidst Warnings and Watches
New Zealand is set to experience a mix of wet weather and fine breaks, with consistently high temperatures. MetService has issued several weather warnings and watches across the country, effective from Thursday, November 27th, to Monday, December 1st. An Orange…
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New Zealand Updates Drone and Aviation Rules for Innovation
New Zealand's updated drone and advanced aviation rules will take effect on December 22, 2025, introducing a new Part 107 to support research and development flight testing, and providing greater clarity for drone operators. The changes follow the Government’s announcement…
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyTransportationAustralasiaLawFederal Government
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Surfer Rescued After Being Swept Out to Sea at Piha Beach
A surfer was rescued at Piha Beach on Tuesday after being dragged out to sea. Around 8pm, Police were alerted that a surfer was missing north of Lion Rock, having been caught in a large rip. Senior Sergeant Garry Larsen,…
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New Zealand Government Net Operating Deficit Reaches $5.3 Billion
New Zealand's general government experienced a net operating deficit of $5.3 billion in the year ended June 2025, according to government finance statistics. This follows a $2.0 billion deficit in the previous year. Total operating income saw a 1.5 percent…
Politics and GovernmentBusinessAustralasiaEconomyFinancial MarketsTradeGovernment
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New Zealand's Net Worth Increases 4.2 Percent in 2024
New Zealand's net worth increased by 4.2 percent in the year ended March 2024, driven by a rise in assets that outpaced liabilities. This information comes from the latest annual balance sheets, which provide estimates of assets, liabilities, and net…
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsBankingTradeAustralasia
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New Zealand Retail Sales Surge 1.9% in September Quarter
New Zealand's retail sector experienced a boost in the September 2025 quarter, with total sales volumes increasing by 1.9 percent, according to Stats NZ. The increase equates to $472 million compared to the June 2025 quarter. The figures have been…
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Serious Motorcycle Crash Blocks State Highway 1 Near Kaikoura
State Highway 1 is blocked near Waipapa Bay, Kaikoura, following a serious crash this morning. Police were called to the single-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle at around 10 a.m. One person was located with serious injuries. The road is fully…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:49 am on Thursday, November 27, 2025, indicates potential weather hazards for New Zealand. On Saturday, November 29, fronts are expected to move onto the southern South Island while high pressure covers…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Forecast for New Zealand's South Island
MetService has issued a severe weather warning at 8:51am on Thursday, November 27, 2025, for parts of southern and central New Zealand. A series of fronts, preceded by humid northerlies, are expected to bring heavy rain to western areas of…
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Multiple Product Recalls Announced Due to Asbestos Risk, Fire Hazard, and Choking Hazards
Several products have been recalled due to safety concerns, including the presence of asbestos, potential fire hazards, and choking risks. Consumers are urged to stop using the affected products immediately and follow the provided safety guidelines. Two sand art sets,…
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Motorcycle and Car Crash Blocks State Highway 2 at Melling
A crash involving a motorcycle and a car has blocked the southbound lanes of State Highway 2 at Melling, Wellington. The incident occurred on Western Hutt Road, just south of Melling Link Road, at approximately 8am. One person is currently…
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Police Correct Name in Stewart Island Hunting Incident Report
Police have issued a correction to a previous media release regarding a hunting incident on Stewart Island in July 2025. The correction concerns the identity of the deceased. The full name of the man who died was Jock David Grant…
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Woop Limited Recalls Pistachio Dukkah Due to Undeclared Peanut Allergen
Woop Limited has initiated a recall of a specific batch of its Woop brand Pistachio Dukkah due to the presence of an undeclared peanut allergen. The affected product is the Woop brand Pistachio Dukkah with a best before date of…
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Man Seriously Injured in Henderson Incident
A man is in serious but stable condition after being found with injuries in Henderson. Police were called to Edsel Street at 2.40pm following the incident. The victim was transported to Auckland City Hospital. According to Inspector Simon Walker, Waitematā…
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Search Continues for Suspect in Pahiatua Homicide
Police are continuing their search for 52-year-old Jeremy Robertson in connection to the death of 74-year-old Karen Gilbert-Palmer, who was discovered at her Pahiatua home on October 15th. A friend found her after being unable to reach her. The victim’s…
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Two-Truck Crash Blocks State Highway 2 Near Maramarua
A two-truck crash has blocked State Highway 2 near Maramarua. Police responded to the incident around 11.42am. Two individuals have sustained serious injuries and are receiving assistance from emergency services. The Serious Crash Unit has been notified. Diversions are in…
TransportationDisastersLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesAustralasia
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Man Charged with Arson Following Waiuku Business Fire
A 30-year-old man is due in court today, charged with arson following a large fire at a Waiuku business on Monday night. Police treated the fire as suspicious, conducting a scene examination. Acting Detective Inspector Chris Robson, of Counties Manukau…
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New Zealand's Serious Injury Outcome Indicators for 2000-2024 Released
Stats NZ released its serious injury outcome indicators for 2000–2024, presenting the annual number and rate of serious injury outcomes in New Zealand, using indicators for fatal and non-fatal injuries. However, the release of the work-related injury targets at a…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentAustralasiaSocial IssuesFederal Government
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook for New Zealand
MetService has issued a severe weather outlook, predicting potential heavy rain for parts of New Zealand. Issued at 10:29am on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, the outlook covers weather patterns from Friday, November 28, to Monday, December 1, 2025. On Friday,…
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MetService Issues Severe Weather Outlook
MetService issued a severe weather outlook at 10:02am on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, detailing potential weather risks over the coming days. On Friday, November 28, fronts are expected to move onto the North Island, bringing rain, while a weak front…
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Severe Weather Warnings Issued for South Island
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for the South Island, with heavy rain expected in western regions and gales in Fiordland and inland Canterbury. A series of fronts are expected to bring periods of heavy rain today and Thursday. North…
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Wellington City Council Pauses Golden Mile Project, Releases Deloitte Report
Wellington City Council Chief Executive Matt Prosser has released the independent analysis of City Council processes and spending, the Future Fit Pōneke report by Deloitte, on November 25, 2025. In related news, the Golden Mile project has been paused by…
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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for West of South Island, New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService for the west of the South Island, New Zealand, effective from 6:00am to 2:00pm on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. The warning, categorized as 'Orange', covers the Tasman area, west of Takaka.…
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Fatal Crash in Ashburton Claims Motorcyclist's Life
A motorcyclist died following a crash at the intersection of Hinds Arundel Road and Gills Road, Ashburton. Police were notified of the two-vehicle crash, involving a car and a motorcycle, around 6pm. The motorcyclist was found deceased at the scene.…
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Police Seek Graeme Shuter Following Indecent Assaults in Auckland
Auckland Central Police are seeking Graeme Dylan Shuter, 34, in connection with alleged indecent assaults that occurred on the morning of November 22nd on Mayoral Drive. Police have obtained warrants for his arrest. Detective Senior Sergeant Martin Friend, Auckland Central…
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Arrest Made in Stewart Island Hunting Death
A 39-year-old man from Ashburton has been arrested in connection to the death of Jock Grant Davies, who died in a hunting incident near Lords River, Stewart Island. The man is charged with careless use of a firearm causing death.…
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Two More Arrests Made in Waikanae Homicide Investigation
Two men, aged 23 and 35, have been arrested in connection to the death of Michael Kenneth Tofts in Waikanae on November 19. The arrests occurred after search warrants were executed in Naenae and Lower Hutt with assistance from the…