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Archives for 15 October 2018

Christchurch estuary receives international recognition for role in life of migrating birds

The Avon Heathcote Estuary has joined an exclusive list of wetlands.

Conservation •

Thousands enjoy first taste of fishing despite weed invasion in Christchurch ponds

It follows a huge effort over the past two months to rid the ponds of the unwanted visitor.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Saudi Arabia hits back at Donald Trump's threat of 'severe punishment' over journalist's disappearance

The kingdom warned that if it "receives any action, it will respond with greater action".

Middle East •

More than 300,000 without power as rare European hurricane slams into Portugal

Hurricane Leslie is a bit of a weather outlier.

Weather News •

Two dead in overnight crash near New Plymouth

The drivers of both vehicles died at the scene.

Taranaki •

Watch as boxing champion Deontay Wilder breaks jaw of mascot in promo stunt gone wrong

"I sincerely apologise to the brave man that was injured (if this is true)."

Boxing •

Person still on the run following gang-related death in Canterbury over the weekend

Members of the public witnessed the incident and were part of the first response team, police said.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Rap superstar Eminem to play massive Wellington show

The US star will play Westpac Stadium in his only NZ show.

Music •

Around 40 trucks rumble down Auckland motorway in fuel price protest

The heavy vehicles left Silverdale, north of Auckland, shortly after 7am, heading for the central city.

Transport •

Government's new $10.5m teacher recruitment boost 'probably isn't enough' to avert strike, union leader says

The drive, announced yesterday, aims to recruit 850 additional teachers.

Education •

Kererū takes out 2018 Bird of the Year competition

It had high the support of National's Paula Bennett and the Green Party's Chloe Swarbrick.

Animals •

Chloe Swarbrick debates cannabis legalisation with Family First's Bob McCoskrie - 'Putting out the welcome mat for big marijuana'

The pair debated the issue on TVNZ 1's Q+A.

Politics •

Simon Bridges defends previous National government’s record on fuel taxes - 'We wouldn’t have put it on at the current time'

The Opposition leader said fuel prices – in terms of tax – increased less under the nine years of the previous National government than it had in this term.

Politics •

Man who drowned at Hot Water Beach was trying to save child, church group says

Angelo Tuyay died at the popular Coromandel spot yesterday.

Accidents •

Transport Minister slams NZTA for 'not properly doing its job' in regards to companies that check heavy vehicles

NZTA was not properly checking on the companies that certify heavy vehicles as being safe for the road.

Transport •

Damning review finds ‘dysfunctional culture’ within Cycling NZ’s high performance programme

Michael Heron QC has spent the past five months looking into the culture at CNZ, in the wake of revelations uncovered by 1 NEWS.

Julian Savea's rough transition to French rugby continues, yellow-carded in Toulon's shock Champions Cup loss

Toulon were stunned 26-25 by English strugglers Newcastle.

Can the sea be stopped? John Campbell visits the West Coast communities under threat

Climate change and rising sea levels are a concern for many, none more so than on the West Coast, where the Sunday team went to investigate what is being done.

Climate Change •

Otago wing played part of Ranfurly Shield win with 'smashed testicle' - 'Don't worry...just a small operation'

The gruesome injury initially forced Jona Nareki from the field, before he returned late on.

Dunedin And Otago •

Humble Kiwis coach plays down win over Aussies - 'We haven't done anything yet'

Michael Maguire said it's more important to build consistency in the squad than claiming a one-off 26-24 win.

Kiwis •

'We've had enough' - hurting truckies caravan through Auckland to protest 'horrendous' fuel costs

"People are starting to suffer out there."

Transport •

Lime e-scooter test ride: Do they live up to the hype?

A new electric scooter sharing service called Lime has launched today in Auckland and Christchurch - but there are a few things you need to know before you take a ride.

Transport •

Dane Coles back, Akira Ioane axed, Dalton Papali'i the bolter as All Blacks name 51-man squad for Northern Tour

All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has named his huge team to travel to Japan and Europe.

All Blacks •

Christchurch boy, 16, dies after fall on school grounds

Te Hawiki Hona Kiri-Te Amo died from his injuries last night, police said.

Accidents •

MP Jami-Lee Ross says 'I'm expendable' as Simon Bridges names him as leaker

Mr Ross posted tweets saying he had fallen out with Mr Bridges over his leadership.

Politics •

Primary teachers to start voting tomorrow on whether to strike in November

Union flags week of rolling strikes on different days across the country.

Education •

Fletcher Building scraps Steel & Tube takeover

Rejection of enhanced $315.4 million offer sent target's shares plummeting from a four-month high.

Business •

All Blacks take serious injury blow in loose forwards, Jack Goodhue to miss part of Northern Tour because of glandular fever

The All Blacks' 51-strong squad will miss some key flankers this year.

All Blacks •

Two dead in two-vehicle crash on SH1 near Ashburton

diversions remain in place following the crash shortly before 1.40pm.

Accidents •

Strategic Steve Hansen reveals thinking behind huge 51-man All Blacks squad

The All Blacks coach says there's method to his madness with his eyes on big games and the World Cup.

All Blacks •

'He's very in the mix for the World Cup' - Hansen admits requesting NZR board bend eligibility rules for Matt Todd

Todd is playing rugby in Japan but will return to the Crusaders in 2019.

All Blacks •

Auckland woman wins Lotto's $11 million prize - her second jackpot in five months

One lucky punter has taken home the seven figure sum, having pocketed $333,333 earlier this year.

Auckland •

Watch: Kiwis rookie Joseph Manu treated to haka and traditional Cook Islands chant after stunning debut

Manu's family and friends gave the centre a special ending to an already-special evening.

Kiwis •

Jacinda Ardern remains tight-lipped on National Party leak saga: 'It's an issue they need to manage'

The PM told media today: "This is an issue for the National Party," after a PWC report pointed the finger at Jami-Lee Ross as the expenses leaker.

Politics •

Man dies after vehicle hits power pole, closing SH2 at Matata in Bay of Plenty

The crash was reported to emergency services at 4.24pm.

Accidents •

'I'm not a baby' - Donald Trump bristles as he's reminded of Kim Jong Un's 'cruel kingdom'

Reminded of North Korea's gulags and public executions the US president told 60 Minutes, "I know all these things".

North America •

'There are some weaknesses' – Tonga looking to inflict more pain on Kangaroos

The Mate Ma’a Tonga star wants to see another upset when the two sides meet this weekend.

'The boys thrive off the energy' – Tonga stars' message to fans ahead of Australia clash

Tui Lolohea and Andrew Fifita are grateful for the fanatical support their side receives.

Andrew Fifita opens up about picking Tonga over Australia - 'I'm very grateful that I come from two nationalities'

The Tonga prop will line up against his former side at Mt Smart Stadium this weekend.

'They're still the world's best' – Tonga happy to play underdogs ahead of Kangaroos Test

Mate Ma'a Tonga face Australia for the very first time this weekend.

Jacinda Ardern criticises minimum spend discounts by fuel retailers

The Prime Minister said some motorists would not be able to afford to reach the minimum spend.

Politics •

Exclusive: Hamish Carter handed confidential athlete feedback to Cycling NZ coach Anthony Peden

Highly confidential athlete and staff notes from a 2016 Olympics debrief were given to Peden by Carter.

Watch: Steve Hansen shuts down reporter's challenge about Government funding for All Blacks

"We continue to win Test matches and we've got some big Test matches to play."

NZTA failure to properly check companies that certify vehicles sparks urgent review

Now 850 compliance files are being reviewed by a law firm, 152 of them urgently.

Transport •

Wild weather forces longest delay in 40 years for Kiwi scientists journeying to Antarctica

The start of the science season is already two weeks behind schedule.

Antarctica •

Kiwi and Aussie police dogs fighting it out to be crowned the best in Australasia

For the first time in 20 years New Zealand's playing host to the trans-Tasman canine competition.

Duke and Duchess of Sussex announce they're expecting their first baby

Kensington Palace confirmed the news on Twitter today.

Royalty •

Project Runway NZ Recap: Teams of two and the ego of one

An unconventional materials challenge brings an unconventional result.

Television •

John Armstrong's opinion: Simon Bridges would've been castigated as incompetent if he didn't expose Jami-Lee Ross as leaker

"Bridges would have realised that at some point he was going to have to confront Ross. To delay that day of reckoning was to damage both himself and the party," writes our columnist.

Politics •
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