Archives for 25 July 2018

One person dead after tractor rolls on farm in Taranaki

The incident occurred in Midhurst at around 10pm.

Accidents •July 25, 2018

App to diagnose children's ailments at early childhood centres goes national

The iMoko app is the brainchild of Dr Lance O'Sullivan.

Health •July 25, 2018

Primary school teachers to start online ballot to vote on possible strike action

It comes after teachers voted in favour of a three-hour strike earlier this month.

Education •July 25, 2018

Delays expected following seven-car crash on State Highway 1 from Kāpiti Coast to Wellington

A seven-car crash occurred south of the Raumati on-ramp at 6am.

Accidents •July 25, 2018

Watch: ‘Always done it’ - All Blacks Sevens star Kurt Baker on nude victory photo ritual (more photos inside)

Baker has a habit of always taking a celebratory picture with any title or cup he has won in rugby and sevens.

Sevens •July 25, 2018

Quarter of Kiwis arrive at emergency department with injuries that were caused while drinking, study reveals

There has been a big fall since 2000, however.

Food And Drink •July 25, 2018

'Not the type of education system I want' – Minister defends official end to charter schools, says they are devoid of 'security'

Education Minister Chris Hipkins has announced six of NZ’s existing charter schools will become designated character schools.

Education •July 25, 2018

'Shock increases' on cigarette tax ineffective, says ASH - 'there was no plan'

"What we need now is some real strong cross-party consensus."

Politics •July 25, 2018

Grammy-nominated singer Demi Lovato 'awake and responsive' after being rushed to LA hospital following reported heroin overdose

Last month, the former Disney star released a song called Sober, which chronicles her struggle with alcoholism.

Music •July 25, 2018

'It was really special' - NZ Sevens hero Joe Ravouvou on playing against Fiji

Ravouvou talked up his teammates' efforts at the RWC Sevens in San Francisco.

Sevens •July 25, 2018

Kiwi mum tearfully describes the 'guilt' after son nearly dies from swallowing magnets

A five-year-old has barely survived surgery after swallowing 30 magnets.

Australia •July 25, 2018

'Without them I'm nothing' - All Blacks Sevens star Trael Joass credits family with comeback after suffering heart issues in 2014

Joass said his family’s belief and words of encouragement helped him stick with his dream of playing footy.

Sevens •July 25, 2018

'I'm feeling in better shape' - Joseph Parker on fitness and strength ahead of must-win bout

He says he is in better fight shape than he was against Anthony Joshua.

Joseph Parker •July 25, 2018

Dutch Viagra trial on pregnant women urgently stopped after 11 babies die

A similar trial in NZ found no harm from the drugs, but no benefit either.

Health •July 25, 2018

Potholes responsible for deaths of 10 people a day last year in India

In 2017 alone, 3597 people have been killed and 25,000 were injured due to incidents caused by potholes.

Asia •July 25, 2018

Kim Richmond argued with partner over 'Feelers CD' in car on night she died, court hears

Kim Richmond disappeared on July 31, 2016, and her body was discovered in her car in Lake Arapuni nearly a year later. Cory Scott Jefferies is accused of her murder.

Crime And Justice •July 25, 2018

Auckland dance group aims to get people fit, promote diversity and 'build a community'

Ezymovez is an Auckland dance fitness group encouraging all ages, genders and ethnicities to get active while bringing people together.

1 News Community •July 25, 2018

Left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel to debut for Black Caps against Pakistan

He captured 48 wickets at 21.52 as Central Stags won last season's Plunket Shield.

July 25, 2018

NZDF stands down seven staff as investigation launched into allegations of sexually inappropriate behaviour at Waiouru camp

Seven army instructors at The Army Depot at Waiouru are under investigation, with two leadership members having been replaced.

Defence •July 25, 2018

Highlanders rubbish rumours that Quade Cooper is set to move south

The Otago Super Rugby franchise called the rumours "#FakeNews."

Highlanders •July 25, 2018

'There will be less movement' - Joseph Parker reveals Dillian Whyte game plan while speaking Samoan

The heavyweight boxer says going to the body will be key in getting the win against Dillian Whyte.

Joseph Parker •July 25, 2018

Take a tour through Christchurch’s lovingly restored Rose Chapel

The heritage building was severely damaged in the 2011 Christchurch earthquake.

Christchurch And Canterbury •July 25, 2018

National pulls support for Government's medicinal cannabis bill it says 'utterly fails', puts forward own member's bill

The party supported the Government's bill earlier this year, but has now changed its mind.

Politics •July 25, 2018

Medicinal cannabis bill brings Health Select Committee to deadlock

It means it cannot recommend the Government's bill proceeds.

Politics •July 25, 2018

Watch: Simon Bridges denies National's medicinal cannabis bill is a 'stunt' after tough question

1 NEWS' Jess Mutch put the curly question to the National leader.

Politics •July 25, 2018

Samoa sevens star charged with assault after alleged fight at World Cup

Gordon Langkilde reportedly got into a fight in the players' tunnel after losing to Wales.

Sevens •July 25, 2018

Watch: Peter Burling and Blair Tuke pumped for Olympics and America's Cup

The sailing duo said they wanted to be sure they could give their all in both events before committing.

Team NZ •July 25, 2018

Facebook appeal over classic Ford Mustang stolen from Ashburton property garners huge response

The drama played out on Monday.

Christchurch And Canterbury •July 25, 2018

Watch: Winston Peters accuses National of 'silly politics' and being 'leaderless rabble' after criticism of medicinal cannabis bill

Simon Bridges says the Government's medicinal cannabis bill doesn't have enough regulatory controls.

Politics •July 25, 2018

Cory Jefferies claims he’d never hurt Kim Richmond as she’s ‘too beautiful to touch’ – murder trial hears

Cory Jefferies is accused of murdering his partner Kim Richmond.

Crime And Justice •July 25, 2018

Warriors' war with officials hits new low with under-fire ref assigned to their 'lower-profile match' by NRL

Australian broadcaster Phil Gould slammed the NRL over the decision.

Warriors •July 25, 2018

Most watched: 'Poor man's Donald Trump' – fired up Simon Bridges likens Winston Peters to US President in Parliament

Mr Bridges also said he drew a bigger crowd in Invercargill than the Acting Prime Minister at a recent speaking engagement.

Politics •July 25, 2018

Families of Erebus disaster victims' views sought for national memorial

In 1979, 257 people died when an Air New Zealand sightseeing flight crashed in Mt Erebus, Antarctica.

Accidents •July 25, 2018

Nurses Organisation recommends members accept revised pay offer from DHBs

The latest offer will be voted on by nurses next week.

Politics •July 25, 2018

Fans throw chairs, invade ring in chaotic riot after hometown boxer loses

Carlos Jairo Cruz’s loss in the Dominican Republic wasn’t received well by the attending crowd.

Boxing •July 25, 2018

Government promises nearly $11 million to Red Cross for disaster response in Pacific and across the world

The funding will be over five years.

Pacific Islands •July 25, 2018

Watch: Helmet cam captures rally driver’s horrifying escape from blazing car after high-speed crash

Ken Block somehow walked away from his terrifying experience in the US state of Maine.

July 25, 2018

New law sees victims of domestic violence given 10 days paid leave from work

The Domestic Violence – Victims' Protection Bill comes into effect next April.

Politics •July 25, 2018

Two teenagers, 15 and 16, charged over three aggravated robberies in Rotorua

The pair are due to reappear in Rotorua Youth Court on July 31.

Crime And Justice •July 25, 2018

New Zealand scientists disappointed trial using generic version of Viagra on pregnant women called off

An alarming number of mothers on the Dutch trial lost their babies.

Health •July 25, 2018

Anger after five kids allegedly left in car for hours during their mum's arrest - 'I wouldn't leave my dogs like that'

On Monday Jeff Angell's relation was pulled over and arrested in Whakatane, her five children were also in the car.

Crime And Justice •July 25, 2018

Survivors of Florida school mass shooting meet with Kiwi peers in Christchurch

Students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School are wanting to inspire others.

Christchurch And Canterbury •July 25, 2018

Concerns Sir Ray Avery hasn't been clear in fundraising for baby incubators project

He's on a mission to finance the manufacture of the LifePods.

Health •July 25, 2018

Sailing world reacts to first footage of foiling monohull testing for America’s Cup

Sir Ben Ainslie's Team UK are the first to launch a prototype but the Kiwis are taking a different tack.

Team NZ •July 25, 2018

Rescue effort continues after Laos dam breach as hundreds remain missing

The cascade of 5 billion cubic metres from the collapse left more than 6,600 people homeless.

Asia •July 25, 2018

'I want to smash him' – Joseph Parker promising combinations galore in UK bout with Dillian Whyte

Parker could line up another title shot against with a win this weekend.

Joseph Parker •July 25, 2018

Most watched: Tsunami fears as monster iceberg looms dangerously close to small Greenland village

The iceberg is around the same height as London's Big Ben.

Environment •July 25, 2018

Anti-abortion protest delivers thousands of baby booties to Parliament

About 40 people turned out in support, but there were at least double that number of counter-protesters.

Wellington •July 25, 2018

Woman rescued after getting stuck in cat flap at Waikato property

Caitlin Mays says the person who answered her 111 call for help was in "utter disbelief".

Hamilton And Waikato •July 25, 2018

'Spreading hope' - Palmerston North woman learning to walk again after diving accident gifted $10k for rehab

Doctors were close to saying she would not walk again, but Marina Theron had other plans.

July 25, 2018