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Archives for 1 August 2018

Kiwis in Australian detention express frustrations via art at Melbourne event

The live installation is the brainchild of NZ artist Cushla Donaldson.

Arts And Culture •

Asking prices for Auckland houses rise for the first time in four months

Record asking prices were registered in six regions in July compared to the previous month.

'It will happen' - South Island Independence Movement vows to break away

The movement's founder is determined to see the South Island become a separate country, saying: "There's massive discontent in the South."

Politics •

Could the Māori kete be part of the solution to our plastic pollution problem?

The Government has signalled a ban on single use plastic bags is imminent.

Environment •

Primary school teachers and principals vote to strike for a day over 'crisis in teaching'

The group previously planned three-hour strikes but have now changed to a single full-day strike on August 15.

Education •

Prominent Kiwi businessman Sir Owen Glenn claiming victory in multi-million dollar legal dispute with Eric Watson

The judge found Sir Owen's $250m investment was fraudulently secured, describing it as "a deceit planned and orchestrated by Mr Watson".

Business •

Police admit communication could have been better over opposition to Wellington bowling club liquor licences

Police met with bowling club members last night.

Wellington •

Watch as NFL star destroys metal equipment during brutal training drill hit

Chandler Jones, brother of ex-UFC star Jon, showed off remarkable display of power.

North America •

Australian man dragged off Perth train for bringing his therapy dog on board

The confrontation escalated and the man became agitated before the guards dragged him off.

Australia •

Rescuers express 'grave concerns' for tramper missing at Mt Aspiring

The Australian appears to have abandoned his sleeping bag and wet weather gear.

Environment •

'We're doing that still' - building minister denies 'micro-credentials' a skills training short-cut

Jenny Salesa said the four to 12 week courses will help NZ's skills shortage.

Politics •

'I wouldn't give them the money' - Professor praises Gloriavale's 'inventive' application for taxpayer money, but says they do well enough already

1 NEWS yesterday revealed the West Coast religious community, which has tax-free charitable status, has applied for millions to set up a health food business.

Religion •

Union president says 'overwhelming majority' of teachers voted to extend strike

Primary school teachers will now strike for a full-day on August 15.

Politics •

Kiwis can expect 'increasing trend' of whale sightings as populations recover

There is an increasing population of southern right whales centred around the Auckland Islands.

Environment •

Simon Bridges' sister accused of using science classes to teach creationism

A student says the teacher played a video claiming to show science had found proof of God's existence.

Religion •

Joseph Parker rubs shoulder with darts legend Michael van Gerwen as pair head for NZ

The pair swapped stories on a flight from the UK.

Boxing •

Lions coach says Crusaders 'get away with things' as he asks for 'fair deal' in Super Rugby final

The offside line is a particular area of concern for Swys De Bruin.

Crusaders •

Want one of these guys? NZ husky adoption centre warns abandoned dogs are 'high-maintenance'

Husky Rescue NZ received eight dogs for adoption last month.

Animals •

Keytruda could 'revolutionise' lung cancer treatment but NZ won't fund it, doc says

More money from tobacco tax should go into treating lung cancer, he says.

Health •

'The most seriously injured is the pilot' - Mexican airliner, with 101 aboard, crashed after taking off in storm, 37 hurt

The director of the Durango state civil defense says "the majority of passengers left (the plane) under their own power."

North America •

Four youths arrested after trying to rob Auckland McDonald's at gunpoint

Staff wouldn't give them anything, so they fled in a stolen car.

Crime And Justice •

'I don't give a rat's derriere' - Winston Peters defends Aussie PM for eating pie with knife and fork

Aussies called Malcom Turnbull eating a pie with cutlery "blasphemous".

Food And Drink •

Major construction company Ebert in receivership, workers locked out from sites

Workers are trying to get their tools back.

Employment •

Public tip-off leads police to Wairarapa poacher after shots fired from car

Police said they were grateful to the public for alerting them to the incident in the area of White Rock Rd.

Crime And Justice •

'He needs to go' - Joseph Parker should split with Kevin Barry, says Samoan Prime Minister

The Samoan-Kiwi heavyweight is also being advised to retire in NZ.

Joseph Parker •

'Shortland Street is known for tackling a range of challenging issues' - TVNZ responds to criticism of Down syndrome storyline

The show's producers say they work closely with medical advisors "to ensure health storylines are depicted with care in the context of a drama".

Television •

Lorina Papali'i named in women's Warriors squad, set to create history

Her son Isaiah Papali'i made his debut for the Warriors premier side last year.

Warriors •

Could metal legends Metallica be coming to play in New Zealand?

Drummer Lars Ulrich raised the possibility in a recent interview.

Music •

Residents of failed Bella Vista development reject Tauranga City Council's offer to buy homes

The group of homeowners will now pursue legal action against council.

Property •

Lydia Ko opens up on the sacrifices her 'inspiring' mum has made

Kiwi is hoping to emulate Sir Bob Charles by winning British Open at same course where NZ great won.

'It is something real for them' - Warriors women’s coach hopes new competition will inspire female players

Luisa Avaiki believes the inaugural NRL women's premiership is a big 'opportunity' for women playing in NZ to take their game to the next level.

Warriors •

Watch: Corrections seize cellphone and tattoo gun after Mongrel Mob gang member gets ink from fellow Rimutaka Prison inmate

The video showed one prisoner receiving a tattoo using a makeshift device, and was filmed using a contraband cell phone.

Crime And Justice •

Dr Pauline Kingi stands down from inquiry into appointment of deputy police commissioner Wally Haumaha

MP Tracey Martin announced the developments today.

Politics •

Watch: Winston Peters suggests the 'only job at risk' in NZ is Simon Bridges' during employment debate

The National Party leader says the number of new jobs created per month have halved under the current Government.

Politics •

Krystal Rota named in Warriors squad for inaugural women’s NRL competition while juggling sport and caring for daughter with rare kidney disorder

Rota credits family for their help with her daughter Nikayla who has nephrotic syndrome.

Hansen warns Crusaders fans Super Rugby title not won yet, citing ABs horror 2007 RWC France loss

The All Blacks coach says the heavy favourites still have to job to do.

Crusaders •

All Blacks hope to see Dane Coles back in action by October - 'We've just got to be patient'

Steve Hansen said it was important they get "the old Colsey" back.

All Blacks •

Family of US woman accuses paramedics of racially profiling her while she was dying

The Florida woman was eventually driven to the hospital by her mother because paramedics assumed she wouldn’t be able to afford the ambulance. She died five days later.

Health •

Family Court reforms to be examined by independent panel - 'Concerned that families and children are losing out'

Andrew Little said today former Chief Human Rights Commissioner Rosslyn Noonan and family law experts La Verne King and Chris Dellabarca will look at the changes.

Crime And Justice •

Lorina Papali'i creates NRL history with son Isaiah with pair both now part of Warriors teams - 'I feel like this is the dream'

Lorina, 41, has been named in the Warriors squad to play in next month's inaugural NRL women's premiership.

'Exhausted' Tauranga homeowners taking council to court for 'fair' compo on failed Bella Vista development

The residents have rejected the city council's offer to buy the homes for what the owners paid for them.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •

Most watched: Winston Peters heard saying 'yeah, throw fatty out' during heated debate in Parliament

Speaker Trevor Mallard was asking National's Gerry Brownlee to apologise for interjecting when the comment was made.

Politics •

Two people dead after crash involving car and train near Palmerston North

Police say they were called to the scene on Troup Rd, Woodville around 4:50pm.

Accidents •

Steve Hansen praises 'unique' Scott Robertson ahead of Super Rugby final

The All Blacks coach believes Crusaders coach Razor has a good support crew around him too.

Crusaders •

Watch: Dan Corbett forecasts what's in store for the Kiwi spring and summer

With winter fast drawing to a close it's time to look forward to warmer weather.

Weather News •

Ebert Construction's collapse stokes fears of NZ's booming building and construction industry going bust

The domino-effect could be devastating with experts saying the receivership could be just the tip of the iceberg.

Economy •

Casey Kopua weighing up return to Silver Ferns

The former captain and stellar defender played the last of her 101 Tests in 2015.

Silver Ferns •

Watch: Tactix show All Blacks how its done as teams conduct weights sessions in shared gym

The squads shared the Apollo Projects Centre in Christchurch today.

All Blacks •

Canadian far-right speakers arrive in NZ for controversial Auckland event

Lauren Southern and Stefan Molyneux will hold a talk on Friday.

Auckland •

Winston Peters' time as Acting PM: How did he do?

The 1 NEWS political team give their opinions on the NZ First leader's time at the top.

Politics •

Police appeal for witnesses to Mount Ruapehu bus crash that claimed life of 11-year-old girl

Eighteen others were injured in the crash.

Accidents •

All Blacks' positional battles heating up as Mo'unga, Frizell push cases for more time in the black jersey

Coach Steve Hansen says a number of players are putting their hands up.

Video: Rieko Ioane smashes All Blacks’ upper body workout with chin ups and high pull deadlift

The Blues speedster made the most of the weights session in Christchurch.

All Blacks •

Watch: All Black Nehe Milner-Skudder powers through gruelling weights session

The Hurricanes fullback dove head-first into the workout in Christchurch.

All Blacks •
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