Category: media
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Woman Charged After Facebook Marketplace PlayStation Scam
A New Zealand man who was scammed after selling his PlayStation 5 on Facebook Marketplace has had his console returned, and a woman has been charged. The victim, needing money for his wife’s dental surgery, listed his PS5 for sale…
Social IssuesLaw EnforcementLegalMedia Facebook MarketplacePlayStation 5scamNew Zealand PoliceWaitākere District CourtNetsafeCERT
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Stats NZ Corrects 2024 Work-Related Fatality Data
Stats NZ has issued a correction to the 'Serious injury outcome indicators: 2000–2024', initially published on 26 November 2025. The provisional number for work-related fatalities in 2024 has been updated in table 13 of the ‘Serious injury outcome indicators: 2000–2024…
HealthBusinessMediaEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesMedia CrisisAustralasia
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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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Special Olympics Flame to Visit Dunedin and Invercargill
The Law Enforcement Torch Run will visit Dunedin and Invercargill this weekend, marking the countdown to the National Summer Special Olympics Games. The public is invited to attend the Southern Law Enforcement Torch Runs to take photos and interview participants,…
SportLaw EnforcementMedia Special OlympicsLaw Enforcement Torch RunDunedinInvercargillFlame of HopeWolfbrook ArenaNew Zealand Police
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New Zealand Police Media Centre to Close Early Due to Staff Illness
The Police Media Centre will close early today, Tuesday 25 November, due to staff illness. Media Advisors will be available to respond to urgent queries and significant events only until 6pm. According to the release, information about any critical events…
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NZ On Air Boosts Journalism Funding by $1.6m
NZ On Air has extended funding for two journalism initiatives, the Local Democracy Reporting scheme (LDR) and Open Justice, after receiving an additional $1.6m from the Government in Budget 2025. The funding aims to support local journalism, with a focus…
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingMedia Crisis NZ On AirLocal Democracy ReportingOpen JusticeJournalismFundingAmie Mills
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Stats NZ Corrects Graph Title in October 2025 Overseas Merchandise Trade Report
Stats NZ has corrected the title of a graph in the Overseas merchandise trade: October 2025 news story published on 21 November 2025. The last graph in the news story had the incorrect title of Selected country of origins for…
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NZ Screen Awards Celebrate Local Content Success
NZ On Air joined in tonight’s celebration of local content at the NZ Screen Awards, with 26 of the awards won by screen content that received funding from NZ On Air. The awards were presented at the Viaduct Events Centre…
EntertainmentMediaFilm and TVDigital and Print Publishing NZ Screen AwardsNZ On AirLee TamahoriThe ConvertRobin ScholesCameron HarlandAwards
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Media Monitor: Consumer NZ Offers Black Friday Shopping Tips
Consumer NZ is advising shoppers to be wary of Black Friday deals. It said that retailers often tout big savings, but research shows not every deal is a real bargain. Consumer NZ offers a subscription that gives access to product…
BusinessMediaAustralasiaTradeDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues
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Special Olympics Flame to Visit Tasman District
The Special Olympics Flame will visit the Tasman district this weekend as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run. The event, scheduled for this Saturday, November 22, aims to promote the upcoming National Summer Special Olympics Games. Members of the…
SportLaw EnforcementMedia Special OlympicsTasmanLaw Enforcement Torch RunNelsonRupert FriendFran ScholeyNew Zealand Police
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Police to Address Fatal House Fire in Sanson
Inspector Ross Grantham, Manawatū Area Commander, will address the media this afternoon regarding the fatal house fire incident that occurred in Sanson over the weekend. A stand-up will be held at 2.30pm in Palmerston North, where Inspector Grantham will provide…
MediaDisastersLaw EnforcementMedia Crisis fatal house fireSansonManawatūInspector Ross GranthamPalmerston NorthNew Zealand Policeaccident
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on police report, fatal fire, sports results
RNZ is reporting that former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster was placed on leave from his role as chief executive of the Social Investment Agency, following the release of a report on Tuesday. It said Coster is unsure if he's 'free…
Politics and GovernmentSportHealthWeatherMediaLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesMedical ScienceDigital and Print PublishingGeneral Weather Andrew CosterSanson fireAll BlacksSilver FernsEnglandSocial Investment AgencyPolice CommissionerRNZ News
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New Police Officers to Attest at Auckland Graduation Ceremony
Recruit Wing 390 will graduate in Auckland tomorrow, marking their attestation as Police Officers. The graduation ceremony signifies the recruits’ completion of their initial training course. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and Associate Minister of Police Hon Casey Costello will attend…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMedia AucklandRecruit Wing 390Police Commissioner Richard ChambersHon Casey CostelloSir John KeyBarfoot and Thompson StadiumNew Zealand Police
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Stats NZ Clarifies Ready-Mixed Concrete Data Release
Stats NZ has clarified that it is not planning any changes to its Ready-mixed concrete release for the September 2025 quarter. An earlier communication incorrectly stated planned changes. Instead, Stats NZ aims to gather feedback on how customers utilize the…
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Special Olympics Flame to Visit Central District
The Central District Police are hosting the Central leg of the Law Enforcement Torch Run this Saturday, supporting Special Olympics athletes as they carry the Flame of Hope. The event aims to raise awareness and funds for the Special Olympics…
SportLaw EnforcementMedia Special OlympicsLaw Enforcement Torch RunPalmerston NorthCentral District PoliceFlame of HopeWolfbrook ArenaInspector Rupert FriendNew Zealand Police
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NZ On Air Launches KIDOGO to Reach Young Audiences on YouTube
New research highlights the necessity for innovative strategies to engage children with local media in New Zealand. NZ On Air and Te Māngai Pāho have released the latest "Where Are The Audiences" research, focusing on children aged 2-14 years. The…
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Fatal Crash on State Highway 3, Rukuhia Claims One Life
One person died following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 3, Rukuhia. The incident, near the Narrows Road intersection, occurred around 1:20pm. Police and emergency services attended the scene, where one person was found deceased. Two others were transported to…
DisastersTransportationLaw EnforcementMedia Fatal CrashState Highway 3RukuhiaWaipaNarrows RoadSerious Crash UnitNew Zealand Police
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Special Olympics Flame Arrives in Napier for Torch Run
The Special Olympics Flame of Hope will be in Napier this weekend as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run, leading up to the National Summer Special Olympics Games. The event will take place this Saturday, November 1, at Anderson…
SportLaw EnforcementMedia Special OlympicsNapierLaw Enforcement Torch RunFlame of HopeWolfbrook ArenaNew Zealand PoliceChristchurch
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New Zealand Police Launch 'Calling Card' Recruitment Campaign
The New Zealand Police have launched a new recruitment campaign, dubbed ‘Calling Card’, targeting individuals with varied skills and experiences. The campaign aims to highlight the diverse career opportunities within the police force and encourage those with relevant abilities to…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesMediaAustralasiaEmployment and LaborFilm and TVMedia Crisis
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Waiata Takitahi Funding Round Closing Soon
The 2025 Waiata Takitahi funding round, a collaboration between NZ On Air and Te Māngai Pāho, is closing this Thursday, October 30th, at 4pm. This round supports bilingual waiata with at least 25% te reo Māori lyrics, aiming to promote…
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Man Arrested After Police Chase in West Auckland
A 33-year-old man was arrested after fleeing from police in Westgate this afternoon. At approximately 4:20 p.m., authorities received reports of a vehicle being driven erratically in Westgate, with a firearm reportedly visible inside. Ground units tracked the vehicle through…
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesMedia ArrestPolice ChaseWest AucklandWestgateHendersonEagle HelicopterFirearmNew Zealand Police
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Waiata Takitahi Funding Round Open for 2025
The 2025 Waiata Takitahi funding round, a collaboration between NZ On Air and Te Māngai Pāho, is now open. This initiative supports bilingual waiata, requiring at least 25% te reo Māori lyrics, aiming to integrate the language into mainstream playlists…
EntertainmentMediaAustralasiaMusicDigital and Print Publishing
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Stats NZ Updates Household Living-Costs Price Indexes
Stats NZ has announced changes to the household living-costs price indexes (HLPIs) following a review. The changes will be implemented in the Household living-costs price indexes: September 2025 quarter, scheduled for release on 28 October 2025. Stats NZ paused the…
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Police Investigate Hit and Run Near Paeroa
Police are investigating a hit and run that occurred on State Highway 2, near Paeroa, last weekend. On Saturday, October 11th, authorities received a report concerning a vehicle that collided with a campervan while attempting a dangerous overtake. The incident…
Law EnforcementTransportationSocial IssuesMedia PaeroaState Highway 2Hit and RunDangerous DrivingTraffic CollisionSergeant Scott TyrrellAccidentNew Zealand Police
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Stats NZ Corrects Food Price Index Movements for September 2025
Stats NZ has issued a correction to the annual and monthly percentage movements for the food price index (FPI). The corrected data is available in the CSV files on Selected price indexes: September 2025 and in Infoshare. For all groups…
BusinessMediaEconomyDigital and Print PublishingMedia Crisis Stats NZFood Price IndexSeptember 2025InfoshareCSV filesPrice IndexesWellingtonStatistics NZ
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Vehicle Fire Blocks State Highway 1 Near Kekerengu
State Highway 1 north of Kekerengu is currently blocked in both directions due to a vehicle fire. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at approximately 4:15pm. Authorities are advising motorists to anticipate delays and, if feasible, to postpone their…
TransportationMedia State Highway 1KekerenguVehicle FireTraffic DelayEmergency ServicesNew Zealand Police
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Cyclone Gabrielle Inquest, Asbestos Discovery
RNZ is reporting that an inquest is underway into the deaths of 13 people in relation to the 2023 Cyclone Gabrielle. Separately, the union's vice president says the discovery of asbestos at a central Auckland fire station raises serious questions…
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Seventy-Seven New Police Officers to Graduate This Week
Seventy-seven new police officers are set to graduate from the New Zealand Police College this week. The graduation ceremony for the 388 Wally Haumaha - Te Arawa and Ngāti Ngāraranui, ONZM and QSM recruit wing will be held at Te…
Law EnforcementMediaSocial Issues New Zealand PolicegraduationWally HaumahaRichard ChambersHayden McNultyPorirua
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Auckland Police Support Special Olympics with Torch Run
Police are supporting Auckland’s Special Olympics athletes this weekend as they carry the Flame of Hope. This Law Enforcement Torch Run precedes the Special Olympics Games, which will be held at Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch from December 10-14. Three events…
SportLaw EnforcementMediaSocial Issues AucklandSpecial OlympicsLaw Enforcement Torch RunChristchurchWolfbrook ArenaFran ScholeyInspector Rupert FriendNew Zealand Police
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Law Enforcement Torch Run Ignites Excitement for Special Olympics in Auckland
Auckland will host the Law Enforcement Torch Run this weekend, with police joining Special Olympics athletes to carry the Flame of Hope. This event supports the Special Olympics Games, scheduled to take place at Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch from December…
SportLaw EnforcementMedia Law Enforcement Torch RunAucklandSpecial OlympicsFlame of HopeWolfbrook ArenaChristchurchInspector Rupert FriendNew Zealand Police