Latest fuel stock data for NZ released; Aus cop killer Dezi Freeman shot dead after months on the run; Tottenham Hotspur to play Auckland FC in NZ
Latest official fuel stocks data – how much does NZ have?
New Zealand's fuel stock levels have risen in the latest official update, with new data showing 15 tankers were either in local waters or heading for the country as officials continue work to reassure the public over supply.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment data, published this afternoon, showed an increase across petrol and diesel compared with the previous update.
Total petrol stocks climbed to 59.3 days of cover as of March 25, up from 48.7 days in the previous snapshot taken on March 22.
Cop killer Dezi Freeman shot dead after months on the run
Fugitive Dezi Freeman, who killed two Australian police officers last year and had been on the run in the more than seven months since, has been shot dead by police.
Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Mike Bush confirmed during a press conference that the shooting occurred during a stand-off between police and the person.
"There was an opportunity for him to surrender peacefully, which he did not. We strongly believe, yet to be confirmed, that he was armed." Bush said.
KiwiSaver, fuel relief, minimum wage: April changes affecting your wallet
From higher pay and bigger retirement contributions to fuel relief and benefit increases, Kiwis will see several financial changes kicking in from April 1.
The beginning of the month marks the start of a new financial year, and with it a "moderate" increase to the minimum wage, alongside benefit and student support adjustments that could impact many households.
1News explains what’s changing, who it affects, and how it could impact your household budget.
Watch: Tova O'Brien challenges Prime Minister on fuel plan options
The Breakfast co-host said "people are getting desperate" as the Middle East conflict sees petrol prices increase.
ONE BIG GAME
English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur are heading to New Zealand.
It'll be the first time in 12 years that a Premier League side has visited these shores – providing the North London club can turnaround their season and stave off relegation.
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