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Archives for 23 May 2018

'He's a poser' Jeremy Wells finds something in common with his race horse namesake

"I don't know how he's going to feel about me. Is he gonna like me?" the Seven Sharp host wondered.

Watch: Meghan Markle gets down to the art of being Royal at first official engagement after marrying Prince Harry

The pair attended a Buckingham Palace garden party in honour of Prince Charles' many years of charitable work.

Royalty •

'I actually live on the race circuit' - Brendon Hartley eager for F1 bow in adopted hometown Monaco

The Kiwi has lived in the principality for over three years.

Hail, thunderstorms, thousands of lightning strikes batter North Island overnight with more severe weather expected today

The atmosphere over the country will remain "unstable" today, with a continued thunderstorm risk.

Is this menstruation cartoon on the cover of Otago Uni's student mag 'degrading' to women? Editor says no, Uni bosses order it to be binned

"The Proctor understood that the reason copies of this week's issue had been removed from public places, was that the cover was objectionable to many people," a university spokesperson said.

Dunedin And Otago •

Watch: 'I used my kids to get money' - Northland woman bravely shares story of drug addiction, and new life at rehab centre

Seany Snowden owes her life to Faye and Tim Murray, who run Hope House in the Far North.

Social Issues •

Flights cancelled at Wellington airport

So far three services have been affected.

Travel •

Fekitoa in, Aki and Piutau out for Barbarians squad to face England

The ex-All Blacks star is a late addition to Pat Lam's side, while Aki and Piutau are both out injured.

One dead after crash involving truck and pedestrian in Canterbury

The accident happened in Oxford.

Accidents •

Bastareaud expected to captain, Parra returns for France side to face All Blacks

Coach Jacques Brunnel has named his 32-man squad to travel to New Zealand next month.

All Blacks •

'White privilege' - Maori academic dismisses legitimacy of Sally Anderson's moko as 'business branding'

Dr Mera Lee-Penehira says it’s not appropriate for the life coach to have a moko, as her genealogy is totally Pakeha.

Maori Issues •

Thousands of teachers set to meet before negotiations with government

More than 16,000 secondary teachers will discuss their collective agreements.

Politics •

Fonterra announces strong opening milk price forecast

Chairman John Wilson said they were seeing a "continued positive global supply".

Farming •

Identity of teenager accused of killing South Auckland Countdown security guard to stay hidden - judge worried he won't get fair trial

The 17-year-old was charged earlier this month after Goran Milosacljevic died from injuries he got while on the job at the Papakura supermarket.

Auckland •

Why more employers are bringing skilled migrants to NZ

The construction industry expects it'll need an extra 50,000 workers over the next four years to keep up with demand.

Employment •

Decision to force Wellington tenant to hand over profits shows there are 'consequences' for subletting properties you don't own on Airbnb

That's according to NZ Property Federation's Andrew King who spoke about the issue on TVNZ1's Breakfast today.

Wellington •

Footage, photos show Southland landscape transformed into a picture of white

Just weeks out from the 2018 ski season, more than 40cm of snow has fallen in some parts.

Dunedin And Otago •

Parole declined for serial rapist Malcolm Rewa as he awaits third trial over murder of Susan Burdett

Rewa was sentenced to 22 years for the rape of more than 20 women.

Crime And Justice •

Woman jailed for three-and-a-half years for organising female associates to smuggle meth-filled condoms from Hawaii into NZ

Shimaine Riviere was sentenced in the Christchurch District Court. Her two associates were earlier sentenced to home detention.

Crime And Justice •

Chiefs prop Karl Tu'inukuafe called into All Blacks squad

A hamstring strain to Tim Perry sees the 25-year old loosehead link up with the national side.

All Blacks •

Watch: Gripping timelapse shows storm, lightning lashing Oriental Bay last night

Local's video shows how Wellington got smashed by last night's big storm.

Wellington •

'Saying it's a train wreck for Maori and Pasifika is an understatement' - Maori Public Health boss warns NZ can't hit 2025 Smokefree goal

Maori Public Health boss Lance Norman told politicians today that 35 per cent of Maori still smoke, along with 25 per cent of Pasifika and 12-13 per cent of all other ethnicities.

Health •

Watch: The historic moment NZ's first contracted women pro rugby players are announced

A total of 28 players have become the first offered professional status by NZ Rugby.

Watch: Black Ferns skipper Fiao'o Fa'amusili explains her retirement U-turn - 'I'm still passionate about the game'

The World Cup winning leader isn't hanging up her boots as women's rugby enters a new era.

'There's a massive opportunity for them' - Black Ferns skipper hoping to inspire next generation of women's stars

Fiao'o Fa'amusili spoke as New Zealand's first contracted female players were revealed.

Video: Black Ferns coach hails women's rugby heroes, says they lost money 'from their own pocket' to represent their country

Glenn Moore says the game is only going to get bigger after the historic announcement today of the first contracted female players.

Watch: Crusaders young gun George Bridge in disbelief over new four-year contract - 'It was no-brainer'

Bridge said he was blown away when he was approached by the Crusaders.

Crusaders •

Most watched video: 'Nah, I'm leaving' – exasperated Paula Bennett ditches Parliament after spat with Speaker Mallard

The National Party deputy got fed-up with the Speaker and decided to leave the House rather than continue to debate.

Politics •

Watch: Black Fern tells brave story of overcoming prejudice after playing junior rugby with boys - 'We don't want girls'

Grace Booker has gone through trials on and off the field to earn her shot.

Most watched: 'Did you say meth?' – Deadpool 2 star Julian Dennison's Kiwi accent mocked by talk show host Jimmy Kimmel

Dennison told Kimmel he was doing school work before the show, working on his Te Reo Maori and 'math' homework.

Movies •

'This is really testing us' - Scott Robertson on propping woes ahead of monster Hurricanes clash

Owen Franks, Joe Moody and Tim Perry are all sidelined.

Crusaders •

Watch: Shoppers look on in disbelief as hammer-wielding thief performs smash and grab at Michael Hill in busy mall

'Oh my god!' The woman filming exclaimed as the brazen robbery took place in Melbourne's south-west.

Crime And Justice •

Watch: Who? Commentator spots British heavyweight boxing champ 'Anthony Johnson' at NBA playoff game

Reggie Miller may want another look at Joshua's surname.

Boxing •

Video: Gerry Brownlee has 'serious concerns' over Speaker's handling of alleged sexist comment made about Jacinda Ardern by National MP in the House

National has sent a letter to Trevor Mallard accusing him of lacking neutrality towards the Government during Question Time in Parliament.

Politics •

From desk job to an All Blacks call-up: Hear Karl Tu’inukuafe’s Hollywood tale from health issues to the black jersey

The Chiefs front rower is living out his dream.

All Blacks •

Watch: 'Settle petal' - Ron Mark scolded for 'sexist remark' in Parliament

The comment by the NZ First minister was apparently directed at National MP Amy Adams.

Politics •

Do you know these people? Auckland cops hunting trio after man sitting at train station suffered 'savage' beating, left with fractured eye socket

The 25-year-old victim was waiting for a train at Onehunga station on Saturday afternoon when he was punched and kicked on the ground.

Auckland •

'The chicken pox was nasty!' NZ-born UFC champ Rob Whittaker reflects on long trip back to octagon after illness

Whittaker said his family helped him get through the rough 11 months.

Kiwi mum battling cancer pleas for funding to help others donate breast milk for her baby

Merania French's diagnosis means she's unable to breastfeed, but costly blood tests are hampering those wanting to donate their breast milk.

Exclusive: Commerce Commission investigating 'flawed' wall panels that have left people devastated

Two houses in Northland have been demolished after the product caused cracks.

Pacific Islands •

Photographer reveals secret behind Harry and Meghan's stunning wedding photos

The quirky method led to some relaxed Royals at the Windsor Castle shoot.

Royalty •

'We want people to be safer' – gun owners will soon have to pass more stringent test

It's hoped the new rules will make it harder for firearms to fall into the wrong hands.

Crusaders' headaches continue to grow as Sam Whitelock, Ryan Crotty both ruled out for Hurricanes encounter

Coach Scott Robertson is without his captains and three All Blacks props for the top-of-the-table clash.

Crusaders •

New Auckland performance centre proposed to bring more innovation and tech to assist elite Kiwi athletes

Plans are in place to get the centre off the ground in 2020.

Experts tell Government to ban cigarette sales by 2025 as smoke free goal 'a train wreck for Maori and Pasifika'

A Maori health leader and anti-smoking campaigner warned politicians more needs to be done, and soon, to save lives.

Politics •

Black Ferns receive personal development help, life insurance and maternity leave as part of new contracts

It’s not just about the retainer and match fees for the 28 players selected.

Kiwi bride warns of buying cheap wedding dresses from overseas - 'The armhole started at my waist'

Jayde has a cautionary tale after buying a $260 China-made dress.

Dane Coles' return to rugby delayed again after Hurricanes hero has second surgery on troublesome knee

Coles is looking at a minimum of three months on the sideline.

Hurricanes •

Jordie Barrett to start at centre as Hurricanes change things up in the backline for Super Rugby clash with Crusaders

Barrett joins Ngani Laumape in the midfield for Friday's contest.

Hurricanes •

Watch: Japanese American football player apologises and bows to opponent after deliberate cheap shot

Taisuke Miyagawa intentionally injured the opposing quarterback.

'We thought our chances were zero' - how TVNZ 1 Sunday journalists got into North Korea

Mark Crysell, Louisa Cleave and Martin Anderson have a great yarn about getting into the secretive north.

Asia •
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