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Archives for 26 April 2018

'No one should be trapped' – third of all US seniors don't use internet, NZ similar

Internet NZ CEO said most Kiwis think benefits outweigh negatives of internet use.

Technology •

'We have to fix Auckland' - Transport Minister releasing updated Auckland transport plan today including two new major roads

Phil Twyford says the funding for the roads hinge on a new regional fuel tax in Auckland, and the plan will focus as a priority on public transport.

Transport •

Hip-hop superstar Kendrick Lamar announces 2018 New Zealand tour dates

The GRAMMY and 2018 Pulitzer Prize winner will play two shows.

Music •

Police recruits to be trained in Auckland for first time ever

Historically, recruits have always had to travel to the Royal NZ Police College in Wellington.

Auckland •

Issac Luke facing stint on the sidelines after knee injury against Storm

The Warriors' hooker lasted just 16 minutes of his side's 50-10 loss last night.

Warriors •

Property websites offering ethnicity statistics show Kiwis' unspoken prejudice, professor says - 'Using it to steer clear of those areas'

QV has been offering buyers statistics on the racial makeup of an area for some time and NZME's new property website OneRoof, launched last year, has followed suit.

Canterbury high school allows students to grow facial hair: 'No issues whatsoever'

Lincoln High School does however have some strict conditions.

Education •

'He was so full of life' - Johnny Danger's lifelong friend and 'mama bear' reveals how she rushed to accident scene and shock at his untimely death

The Kiwi cult figure died in a motorcycle accident in Auckland yesterday afternoon.

Auckland •

'Epic causing mischief with you' - Kiwi celebs post tributes to Johnny Danger after his tragic death

Danger had many high-profile friends and even got former Prime Minister Sir John Key to perform his infamous 'Danger Swig' on video with him.

Dargaville service station robbed by knife-wielding man who left attendant traumatised

The incident took place about 8.45pm at the Normanby St Mobil.

Crime And Justice •

Outrage as Tourism Fiji mistakenly translates 'toilet' to indigenous word for church

The social media post, which has since been deleted, infuriated locals and the opposition leader.

Pacific Islands •

Have a jacket handy! Auckland and much of North Island set for a drenching this weekend

The high pressure system bringing clear skies to much of NZ will retreat late Friday, according to MetService.

Weather News •

Auckland man wins two shares of the same first division Lotto prize - a total of $666,666

His numbers included a mixture of self-chosen combinations, one of which was on two separate tickets.

Auckland •

Kiwibank appoints new chief executive

Steve Jurkovich will take over the role on July 30, and wants greater scrutiny on banking practices.

Business •

Robbery, or Tarantino movie? Mexico CCTV footage plays out like Hollywood blockbuster

At one point the robber makes a critical mistake - he turns his back to the cowboy.

Central And South America •

Full details: Government's huge 10-year, $28 billion Auckland transport package unveiled

Minister for Transport Phil Twyford announced the Auckland Transport Alignment Project at midday.

Transport •

'Ride hard to your next destination Danger' - Bikies riding with Johnny Danger used CPR to try and revive friend, 'devastated' at death

The Kiwi cult comedian was on a commemoration ride with a charitable organisation when he died in a motorcycle accident on Auckland’s North Shore.

Auckland •

UK hospital on lock-down as protesters threaten raid to help toddler taken off life support and barely clinging to life

A court ruling saw 23-month-old Alfie banned from flying to Italy for last-ditch treatment .

Kiwi UFC star Dan Hooker on his latest victory: 'A lot rides on these fights, it's my livelihood'

Hooker defeated Jim Miller with a first round knockout.

Watch: Kiwi UFC fighter Dan Hooker explains his respectful callout to superstar Paul Felder

Hooker challenged Felder face-to-face after his last win.

Farmers back protests over rescue helicopter axing

Federated Farmers president Katie Milne says that saving lives is more important than saving dollars.

Children living in poverty in NZ three times more likely to die young - report

A report by the Child and Youth Mortality Review Committee has revealed some shocking findings.

Health •

Fire fighters battling blaze at block of shops in Auckland's Parnell

Eight fire trucks are currently in attendance at a roof fire.

Auckland •

Video: Steven Adams reunited with fellow Stache Brother Enes Kanter ahead of must-win playoffs clash

Adams and his OKC team will have a familiar face in the crowd.

West Coast teen's binge drinking death 'senseless' and a 'sad illustration of the prevalent drinking culture' - coroner

Mitchell David Heward was with a group of friends in which there was pressure to drink, the coroner said.

Social Issues •

Graphic warning: Sickening coward punch lands amateur Aussie Rules player life ban, after rival left motionless on the turf

Brad Huhn won't be lacing up his boots again after this dog act.

Most watched: Raw video - The horror moments young boy is trapped underwater for nine minutes, as heroes give CPR to keep him alive

The 12-year-old pried open a safety grate and became trapped by suction.

North America •

Watch: Astonishing helicopter footage captures sharks swarming after bait fish near Queensland beach

If ever there was a day to stay out of the water this was it.

Australia •

Revealed: The identity of secret Witness C whose false testimony helped send David Tamihere to jail for 20 years for the 1990 Swedish backpacker murders

Tamihere was convicted of murdering Sven Urban Hoglin and fiancee Heidi Paakkonen in the Coromandel in 1990. He's always maintained his innocence.

Crime And Justice •

Talented young artist of Kiwi and Fijian descent nominated for prestigious Turner Prize

Luke Willis Thompson is in the running for the award that was established in the UK in 1984.

Arts And Culture •

'A call you never expect to get' - Neil Finn on being invited to join legendary Fleetwood Mac

The former Crowded House frontman is replacing lead guitarist Lindsey Buckingham.

Music •

Singer in popular Kiwi reggae band Tomorrow People stood down after alleged domestic violence incident

"It's been a massive shock," said band member Tana Tupai.

Crime And Justice •

Watch the moment heroic bystanders band together to lift car off pedestrian trapped beneath

About 20 passers-by jumped into action in Washington DC.

North America •

80s stars Def Leppard bringing Hysteria show to NZ with Scorpions

British rock icons Def Leppard and Germany's Scorpions will play Auckland in November.

Music •

Watch: Here comes the Dothraki! Steven Adams angrily confronts rival Jae Crowder, who elbowed him in the face in earlier match

The latest in what is becoming an entertaining running battle between the Kiwi and his Jazz nemesis.

New dad Prince William struggles to keep his eyes open during Anzac service at Westminster Abbey

The Prince had just welcomed his third child into the world after all.

Royalty •

App data breach reveals personal information about thousands of Vector customers

The app became popular following this month's severe storms in Auckland.

Technology •

Social services say demand for food parcels reaching historically high levels

The Auckland Mission has handed out over 3000 emergency food parcels in three months.

Social Issues •

For first time new police recruits able to be taught in Auckland

A pilot programme will mean recruits don't have to spend four months in Porirua being trained.

Crime And Justice •

David Tamihere 'real dirty' on secret witnesses after snitch who helped convict him of Swedish tourists' murders revealed

"I reckon it's high time that this cellmate confession stuff gets stopped," Tamihere says.

Crime And Justice •

New base for Christchurch's air rescue services to mean faster treatment for patients

The $23 million facility is the South Island's only fully-integrated air ambulance centre.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

MMA safer than rugby and boxing, says Kiwi UFC fighter Israel Adesanya

Kiwi fighters making waves in UFC encourage their countrymen to get behind them and the sport.

Proud Christchurch man has spent over $30k mowing the red zone - 'We're supposed to be a Garden City!'

Tending the fields in Christchurch's eastern red zone is more or less a full time job for Bryan Fairburn.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Watch: 'What does it say to girls?' Hilary Barry lashes Women's Day over 'photoshopped' cover image of Kate Middleton

The Seven Sharp host wondered why the image had to be touched up, given how amazing the Princess looked just hours after giving birth. Meanwhile Women's Day are refusing to explain.

Royalty •

'Come on Danny!' Nervous Kiwi golfer Danny Lee tries to move alligator that was blocking his shot

Some timid prods with the rake aren't very successful in moving the hazard.

North America •

Watch: Joyful Wellington road worker will make you smile with brilliant dance moves - all while wearing hi-vis and helmet

Better work stories have got nothing on Ajay Utupo-Vaalepu.

Wellington •

Why does tap water in Christchurch need chlorine when bottled water doesn't?

Chlorinating water is a very big issue in Christchurch at the moment.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Terrifying holdup of Whangarei bank sees gun pointed at customer's back, waved at staff

Police hope CCTV footage of the March 22 robbery of the ANZ will help identify the two suspects.

Crime And Justice •

Black Sticks women's veteran Pippa Hayward retires

Commonwealth Games gold medal a perfect sign off for 158-Test veteran.

Hockey •

Watch: Kiwi player's adorable young son grabs mic, upstages dad during interview

The toddler clearly thought the mic was his birthday present after the Storm's big win over the Warriors.

Prince Harry asks William to be best man at his wedding to Meghan Markle

Duke of Cambridge had his younger brother alongside him at his wedding in 2011.

Royalty •
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