Archives for 5 March 2018

Topless protester jumps on to ballot table as Silvio Berlusconi casts his vote in Italian election

The woman had the words "Berlusconi, you've expired" written in black marker on her topless torso as she confronted the known playboy.

March 5, 2018

Nearly 150,000 people in need of food, water and sanitation after last week's PNG quake

It's believed the earthquake has destroyed the homes of about 7000 people, with at least 31 dead.

Pacific Islands •March 5, 2018

Video: 'It's like a curse' - tearful Stan Walker releases raw and personal trailer for documentary on health battles

The Kiwi singer is set to reveal more details on his illness.

Music •March 5, 2018

More the 40 searching for missing Alexandra man Christopher Bates

The 22-year-old has been missing for almost a month.

Dunedin And Otago •March 5, 2018

'They are making crime an issue here' - Bridges says NZ should push back against Comanchero, Bandido deportations from Australia to NZ - but gently does it

Mr Bridges agrees that New Zealand should be raising the issue, but also acknowledged that Australia has a right to make their own decisions.

Politics •March 5, 2018

Watch: US high school kid nails insane full-court buzzer-beater to win New York school champs

Julian McGarvey became an instant legend at Ardsley High School with this game-winner.

March 5, 2018

'There's a sanctity of life argument' - Simon Bridges still doesn't support euthanasia bill, despite pleas from Tauranga constituents

The End of Life Choice Bill passed a conscience vote in Parliament 74 to 44, and Mr Bridges admitted he was in the minority.

Politics •March 5, 2018

Minister for Women 'ambitious' yet realistic about power of new pay-equity bill: 'There's no silver bullet'

The Government will produce new pay-equity legislation by mid-2018.

Politics •March 5, 2018

Retirement home residents shaken after man found dead in nearby pub carpark

A man was found with serious injuries outside a Flaxmere eatery at 10.45pm last night.

Hawkes Bay •March 5, 2018

Should fruit and vegetables be GST exempt? New study shows it costs $27 a week more to eat 'healthily' than average Kiwi diet

A new study shows it costs $27 a week more on average to eat "healthily" than it does a regular diet.

Food And Drink •March 5, 2018

Watch: PM Jacinda Ardern, partner Clarke Gayford and Deputy Winston Peters presented with flower garlands upon arrival in Samoa

The NZ delegation were given a warm welcome in Apia.

Pacific Islands •March 5, 2018

Jacinda Ardern inspects guard of honour as first Pacific Mission begins

The PM is on a whistle-stop tour of the Pacific, a trip that started in Samoa.

Pacific Islands •March 5, 2018

'We could be in trouble here' - GP warns that flu could hit NZ health system hard, urges people to vaccinate this year

A GP warns this year's flu season could see hospital wards "swamped".

Health •March 5, 2018

NZ gives $3m to Samoa's Cyclone Gita relief to assist with recovery, $6.5m to support Samoan business

The island nation was hit hard by last month's cyclone.

Pacific Islands •March 5, 2018

NZ to help with Papua New Guinea's relief after 7.5 magnitude quake

A RNZAF C130 Hercules aircraft is on its way after tens of thousands of people reported needing help.

Politics •March 5, 2018

Ministry of Education seeks input into gun handling at NZ schools

There are no guidelines on providing pupils with firearms for education or sporting purposes.

Education •March 5, 2018

Watch: Savage fight between wild tiger and bear captured on camera in India

The 15 minute fight was captured by a tourist on safari at the Tadoba National Park in India.

Asia •March 5, 2018

'I am still at least two weeks out from being able to run again' - Nick Willis forced to withdraw from Commonwealth Games with leg injury

The 1500m runner was diagnosed with a stress reaction in his fibula five weeks ago and despite showing improvements in training, is yet to resume running.

March 5, 2018

Opinion: The Flying Spaghetti Monster speaks - time to review our religious charity laws

In 2018, does it make sense that a person adhering to a satirical anti-religion could legally get tax breaks by registering as a charity? 1 NEWS NOW's Luke Appleby ponders.

Religion •March 5, 2018

Rod Drury stepping down as head of Kiwi accounting software giant Xero

After 11 years at the helm, Rod Drury will hand over leadership of Xero to Steve Vamos.

Technology •March 5, 2018

'Go to hell, George Pell!' Catholic Cardinal arrives at court under heavy police guard for sex abuse hearing

Pope Francis' former finance minister was charged in June last year with sexually abusing multiple people in his Australian home state of Victoria.

Religion •March 5, 2018

Watch: Deranged Dutch fans storm onto field, attack opposing players for dominating their football team

It’s fair to say supporters of the Go Head Eagles weren’t happy about losing to De Graafschap 4-0.

March 5, 2018

'You aren't alone Stan' - outpouring of grief and well-wishes meets news of Stan Walker's new documentary detailing serious health battle

It is understood Walker is battling a rare cancer-causing gene that runs in his family.

Music •March 5, 2018

Talks between transport union and Auckland Transport end amicably, with more industrial action ruled out

Trains operated on a reduced timetable in the past week.

Transport •March 5, 2018

Super Rugby Power Rankings: Crusaders dominate, Blues fall and Rebels shine in Australia

Campbell Burnes breaks down week two's action and how it reflects where the teams are at early on.

March 5, 2018

'I was very nervous in Christchurch' – Mrs Brown's Boys star's interesting opening to interview with Jack Tame

Brendan O'Carroll says he thought the city "was going to blow up any minute", before admitting he was in awe at the way the city had recovered from its earthquakes.

Media •March 5, 2018

Watch: NZ sevens star runs entire length of the field to score extra time game-winner against Aussies in Las Vegas

The All Blacks Sevens finished a tough campaign on a high, coming fifth.

March 5, 2018

Rocket Lab's Humanity Star to be visible over New Zealand skies tonight

The best viewing conditions of the week will be tonight according to the space company.

Space •March 5, 2018

Woman shot dead in front of brother, Crown tells High Court

After quarrelling, Turiarangi Tai grabbed a shotgun and blasted his girlfriend at point blank range, Court told.

Crime And Justice •March 5, 2018

Hopes pest control efforts will return Antipodes Islands, one of the wildest places on Earth, to original state

Around 800 kilometres south of the South Island, surrounded by the vast Southern Ocean and buffeted by strong westerly winds, these islands are inhospitable for humans.

Conservation •March 5, 2018

Watch: Toni Street says 'complete stranger' filmed her daughter on playground pole

The broadcaster says the "scary" incident happened in a Queenstown pub.

Dunedin And Otago •March 5, 2018

Raw: Startling CCTV captures David Warner’s ugly dressing room showdown with de Kock

Aussie vice-captain has to be held back as relations between Australia and Proteas reach lowest ebb.

March 5, 2018

Stink bug woes affect new vehicle sales

February saw the first annual monthly decline in sales since May 2015.

Business •March 5, 2018

Cauliflowers fetching up to $10 each as weather affects vegetable prices

Some growers are "losing $100,000" per week.

Economy •March 5, 2018

Fears for man missing after jumping into Waikato River following police pursuit on Saturday

"The driver was seen swimming north in the river before disappearing from view."

Hamilton And Waikato •March 5, 2018

Blues captain Augustine Pulu out for six weeks with foot injury

The Auckland team in en-route to face the Lions in Johannesburg.

Blues •March 5, 2018

Maori Broadway star blows away Oscars crowd with performance of song from The Greatest Showman

Keala Settle plays a role in the film which also stars Hugh Jackman.

Movies •March 5, 2018

Malcolm Turnbull 'outplayed' by Jacinda Ardern in their Sydney speeches - Aussie commentator

Tony Boyd wrote that Ms Ardern's jokes were much funnier than Mr Turnbull's.

Politics •March 5, 2018

Tropical disturbance near Vanuatu has 'high potential' to become a cyclone later in week

At the moment, the system looks set to stay well north of New Zealand.

Weather News •March 5, 2018

Otago University cancels law camp after claims of 'inappropriate actions' from former students at previous camp

"All concerns about the camps are taken seriously, and are being promptly examined by the University," a spokesman said.

Dunedin And Otago •March 5, 2018

Online Census alienates the elderly, won't give accurate picture - Age Concern

It's claimed the new system is isolating people who aren't computer savvy, like the elderly.

March 5, 2018

Samoan woman who lost everything in a cyclone 'speechless' after receiving aid to rebuild her home

Today, Jacinda Ardern announced New Zealand would be giving nearly $10 million in aid to the Pacific nation.

Pacific Islands •March 5, 2018

Mike King opens up about moment his life 'spiralled out of control' as he embarks on nationwide tour promoting mental health awareness

The Kiwi comedian's unorthodox approach about mental health is winning friends all over NZ.

Health •March 5, 2018

The woman who got stuck with a $100K bill after her investment property was turned into a P den

Do landlords get value for money from property managers?

Auckland •March 5, 2018

Last officer of WWII's Maori Battalion laid to rest in the Chatham Islands

Alfred "Bunty" Preece was injured during the Battle of Monte Cassino in Italy.

Maori Issues •March 5, 2018

Mike King lets parents know 'the number one thing kids want' as he embarks on nationwide mental health awareness tour of NZ

The Kiwi comedian is spreading the good message after being clean and sober for 11 years.

March 5, 2018

Papua New Guinea rocked by 6.0 magnitude aftershock following last Monday's deadly earthquake

Reuters news agency puts the death toll from last weeks quake at 55.

Pacific Islands •March 5, 2018