Category: sport
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Special Olympics Flame to Visit Wellington
The Flame of Hope will be carried by Wellington District’s Special Olympics athletes this Saturday as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run, hosted by Wellington District Police. The event supports the upcoming Special Olympic Games. The run will begin…
SportPolitics and GovernmentLaw Enforcement Special OlympicsWellingtonLaw Enforcement Torch RunLower HuttParliamentInspector Rupert FriendWolfbrook ArenaNew Zealand Police
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New Police Officers to Graduate in Wellington and Auckland
Two recruit wings, 389 in Wellington and 390 in Auckland, are set to graduate this week, marking their attestation as Police Officers. The ceremonies signify the completion of their initial training course. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and Associate Minister of…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSportGeneral Politics New Zealand PoliceRichard ChambersCasey CostelloCameron LeslieSir John KeyWellingtonAuckland
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Arrests and Infringements Follow Pacific Rugby League Championship Celebrations
New Zealand Police have expressed disappointment following the actions of a minority of league fans during celebrations of the Pacific Rugby League Championship. Despite deploying additional staff to Ōtāhuhu, Māngere, Ōtara, and Clendon to ensure safe and lawful celebrations, some…
Law EnforcementSportSocial Issues Pacific Rugby League ChampionshipŌtāhuhuMāngereŌtaraClendonArrestsInfringement noticesNew Zealand Police
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports firefighters return to wildfire
Radio New Zealand is reporting that firefighters have returned to Tongariro National Park to battle an out-of-control wildfire. RNZ said the large fire had triggered evacuations of trampers and caused the closure of a nearby highway.
SportEntertainmentWeatherDisastersTransportationSocial IssuesClimate ChangeMusicDigital and Print PublishingGeneral Weather RNZTongariro National ParkfirefighterswildfireevacuationshighwayRNZ News
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New Zealand Forecast: Warmer Temperatures and Possible Thunderstorms
MetService is forecasting warmer temperatures than average for almost everyone in New Zealand over the next few days, with high pressure persisting over parts of the country. The outlook covers the period from Thursday, November 6th, to Monday, November 10th,…
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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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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…
WeatherSportAustralasiaGeneral Weather MetServiceWeather ForecastMarlborough Anniversary DayMichael PawleyGuy FawkesT20 CricketMetService New Zealand
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Z Energy Apology, Online Scams Surge
RNZ is reporting that Z Energy has apologized for its 2022 ad campaign following legal action. Consumer groups and environmental organizations claimed the campaign was misleading and constituted greenwashing. RNZ also reports that New Zealanders are losing more money to…
BusinessScience & TechnologyEntertainmentSportWeatherEconomyEnvironmentMusicMedical ScienceAgricultureGeneral Weather Z EnergyOnline ScamsNetsafeBeneficiariesPensionersFood InsecurityRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports Christopher Luxon meets world leaders
RNZ is reporting that Christopher Luxon met with Japan's new Prime Minister and other world leaders. It said a bilateral meeting with the Indonesian president went much longer than other formal sit downs, lasting for more than an hour.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentSportScience & TechnologyWeatherEconomyGeneral PoliticsTradeMedical ScienceAsiaGeneral Weather
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New Zealand Weather Forecast: Settled Weather Expected After Halloween Showers
New Zealand will experience a mix of weather conditions over the next few days, with a settled change expected for the weekend. Today, Thursday, showers and rain will persist in Northland and the western South Island, with rain extending to…
WeatherSportAustralasia MetServiceOscar ShivitiAuckland MarathonWellingtonNorthlandMetService New Zealand
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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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23 Arrested Following Rugby League Celebrations in Tāmaki Makaurau
Tāmaki Makaurau Police have arrested 23 people following celebrations related to a rugby league game over the weekend. Police monitored town centres where celebrations traditionally occur. While most celebrated peacefully, police reported multiple disappointing incidents. Over the weekend, police observed…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Emergency Continues After South Island Storm
Radio New Zealand is reporting that the state of emergency in Southland and Clutha, New Zealand, will likely remain in place into next week. Officials made the announcement following a severe storm in the South Island. RNZ also reported that…
WeatherSportEntertainmentSocial IssuesLegalGeneral WeatherMusic SouthlandCluthaMorrinsvilleMoeaia TuaiAuckland High CourtStormRNZ News
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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…
WeatherSportAustralasiaGeneral WeatherDisasters MetServiceSevere WeatherCanterburyAucklandWellingtonMetService New Zealand
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Law Enforcement Torch Run to Support Special Olympics in Rotorua
Police are supporting Bay of Plenty’s Special Olympics athletes this weekend as they carry the Flame of Hope in Rotorua. The Law Enforcement Torch Run, hosted by Rotorua Police, will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, starting at 10.15am…
SportLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Law Enforcement Torch RunRotoruaSpecial OlympicsRichard ChambersBay of PlentyChristchurchWolfbrook ArenaNew Zealand Police
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on White Ferns' World Cup Hopes
RNZ is reporting that New Zealand's hopes of reaching the Cricket World Cup semi-finals have been damaged after another washout. It said the weather has impacted the White Ferns' chances of progressing in the tournament. RNZ also noted an article…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on School E.coli Outbreak
Radio New Zealand is reporting that a school trip to a Canterbury campground led to an E.coli outbreak. RNZ said the school noticed an unusual number of children experiencing car sickness on the return journey. It added that the school…
WorldPolitics and GovernmentBusinessHealthSportWeatherTradeHorticultureMedical ScienceSocial IssuesGeneral Weather
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New Zealand Weather: Wild Winds and Heavy Rain Expected This Week
New Zealand is experiencing a week of classic spring weather, marked by strong winds and heavy rain followed by clearer skies later in the week. Wellington experienced the strongest gusts of the year so far on Sunday morning, reaching up…
WeatherSportAustralasiaGeneral Weather WellingtonHeavy Rain WarningMetServiceOscar ShivitiTongariro National ParkMetService New Zealand
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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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Media Monitor: The Guardian reports Macron faces pressure to call snap elections
The Guardian is reporting that French President Emmanuel Macron is facing mounting pressure to call snap parliamentary elections or resign. It said that Macron's former allies are joining opponents in demanding he act to end a spiraling political crisis. The…
WorldPolitics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportClimate ChangeEuropeMiddle EastAsiaMedical ScienceFilm and TVFootballRugbyEconomy Emmanuel MacronFranceParliamentary ElectionsMount EverestGlobal WarmingThe Guardian
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Auckland Police Support Special Olympics with Torch Run
Police in Auckland are supporting Special Olympics athletes this weekend as they carry the Flame of Hope, building excitement for the Special Olympics Games in Christchurch from December 10-14. The Law Enforcement Torch Run includes three events in Auckland this…
SportLaw EnforcementSocial Issues AucklandSpecial OlympicsLaw Enforcement Torch RunChristchurchFlame of HopeVictoria ParkMountfort ParkNew Zealand Police
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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
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Media Monitor: The Guardian reports on politics, cyber fraud, and global energy
The Guardian is reporting that Malarndirri McCarthy is proposing penalties for states that fail to meet Closing the Gap targets. Separately, Western Sydney University graduates were sent fraudulent emails claiming their degrees had been revoked. In other news, global renewable…
WorldPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyMediaSportEducationGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsRenewable energyAstronomy and SpaceDigital and Print PublishingMedia BiasTennisFootball AustraliaMalarndirri McCarthyWestern Sydney UniversityWinston PetersCyberattackGuardian Australia
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Hospital Negligence, Police Shooting
RNZ is reporting that a three-year-old boy died from septic shock in a rural hospital after critical errors by an on-call doctor and a nurse. It said the Health and Disability Commissioner has contacted Health NZ to address staffing suitability…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessSportWorldMedical ScienceState GovernmentsSocial IssuesEconomyFinancial MarketsAsia
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on All Blacks' win, Māori MP's recognition, parenting approach, and netball coach's sidelining
Radio New Zealand is reporting that All Blacks coach Scott Robertson said the "hurt" felt during the Rugby Championship was used as motivation in their win over the Wallabies. RNZ also reports that Time magazine named Te Pāti Māori MP…
SportPolitics and GovernmentMediaHealthWeatherNational PartyGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print PublishingSocial IssuesGeneral WeatherAustralasia
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Funding Boost, Port Expansion, Sports, and More
RNZ is reporting that the government has announced a $42.8 million funding boost for the 'Biodiscovery Platform'. It also said that Northport has been granted consent for a major expansion by the Environment Court after committing to new conditions. In…
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessSportWorldWeatherSamoaAsiaTradeMedical ScienceEnvironmentTransportationDairyGeneral Weather RNZNorthportAll BlacksLiam LawsonSingapore Grand PrixRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Nurses Join October Strike in New Zealand
RNZ is reporting that nurses in New Zealand have voted to strike on Oct. 23, the same day primary school teachers and allied health workers plan to strike. It said more than 36,000 nurses who work for Health NZ will…
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEntertainmentSportEmployment and LaborFinancial MarketsFilm and TVMedical ScienceSocial IssuesLegal RNZNursesStrikeTeachersHealth WorkersWinston PetersRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports on Auckland House Fire, Election
RNZ is reporting that emergency services are at the scene of a house fire in Auckland's Bucklands Beach, where two people have died. It said police have taped off part of Murvale Dr as they investigate. Separately, RNZ reports that…
WorldPolitics and GovernmentBusinessHealthSportLaw EnforcementAustralasiaEconomySocial IssuesLegalMedical ScienceFilm and TVMilitaryTradeEmployment and Labor AucklandHouse FireLocal ElectionErin PattersonGazaWealthRNZ News
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New Zealand Braces for Swirling Showers and Possible Thunderstorms
New Zealand is preparing for a bout of active weather as a low-pressure system moves across the country. MetService reports that while a standard rain system is passing over the country today (Thursday), more interesting weather is expected Friday and…
WeatherSportAustralasiaGeneral Weather MetServiceKatie HillyerNorth IslandSouth IslandThunderstormsMetService New Zealand