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Archives for 2 May 2019

Auckland hill view lobby group tells other communities 'don't give up, keep fighting' in campaign over house heights

Howick's Save Stockade Hill Views group has got the council to reduce planned height limits that would block views from the hill.

Auckland •

Meet one of NZ's youngest ever university graduates

Tristan Pang graduated from Auckland University with a Bachelor of Science degree.

Science •

Research finds some Kiwi teens are posting mean or harmful content about themselves online

Netsafe found six per cent of NZ teens have anonymously posted self-harm content in the last year.

Technology •

Measles cases continues to rise throughout New Zealand, new cases in Auckland and Bay of Plenty region

Yesterday, it was revealed another Aucklander has contracted measles and a further three in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes District.

Health •

Southern Steel cruises to victory with win over Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic

The defending champions were too strong for Magic in Hamilton last night.

Issac Luke would welcome Broncos halfback with open arms

But Luke has warned the club must also look after rookie playmaker Chanel Harris-Tavita.

Israel Folau comments have caused 'division' in Pasifika communities, expert says

Dr Jemaima Tiatia-Seath, Auckland University’s Co-Head of Māori and Pacific Studies says a dialogue has now been started in the wake of the comments.

Social Issues •

Concerns raised over Government's proposed legislation to crackdown on synthetic cannabis crisis

The Bill's wording around discretion could make it difficult to prosecute users of the drug, Police Association president says.

Politics •

Rise of gang-related violence needs a deeper approach, sociologist says

Sociologist Dr Jarrod Gilbert says unless family violence is addressed, gang-related violence will remain.

Social Issues •

The Chills rockumentary premieres in Dunedin

The movie rolls out in theatres today.

Arts And Culture •

Former anti-vaxxer feared conspiring medical professionals making people sick, now she's made a 180 degree turn

"I was terrified that they [my children] would end up as sick as I was and vaccination was one of those things I just couldn't risk. I was so fearful."

Health •

Man dies after crashing motorcycle into power pole in Invercargill

Emergency services were called to the crash on Watt Road, Otatara, about 10pm.

Accidents •

Government promises thousands more teachers over the next four years - at a cost of $95 million

Education Minister, Chris Hipkins says 3280 additional teachers will be trained or supported over the next four years.

Education •

Some Wallabies could boycott team if Israel Folau cleared to play

Folau faces a hearing this weekend following his anti-gay social media comments.

Australia •

West Coast most affordable, Auckland most unaffordable place to live according to report

The latest Massey University Home Affordability Report is out and has shown a small increase in national home affordability.

Property •

Sudden death of baby in Whakatāne not being treated as supicious

Police were advised of the death yesterday morning.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •

Missing 82 year-old Wellington man found

Shuyou Lin had been missing since about 3pm yesterday.

Wellington •

US game developer cancels release of Māori skin after apparent backlash

The company had planned to release a new loot crate containing a "Maui" skin which characters can equip.

Maori Issues •

Charming photos released to celebrate Princess Charlotte turning four

Kensington Palace posted three new photographs of the young royal on their social media platforms and wished her a happy birthday.

Royalty •

Ben Smith returns for Highlanders for Chiefs derby

Smith missed the thrashing of the Sunwolves due to an All Blacks-enforced stand down.

Highlanders •

Mark Lundy seeks third appeal, this time through the Supreme Court

Mark Lundy was convicted in 2002 for the double murder of his wife and daughter.

Crime And Justice •

New developments in rebuild of earthquake-ruined Christchurch Cathedral

New engineers and architects have been appointed for the job.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

City of Leeds in England sees impressive decline in childhood obesity

By the time children in England leave primary school, a third will be overweight or obese but the city of Leeds has bucked the trend.

Food And Drink •

NZ Treasury boss appointed Governor of Ireland's Central Bank

Gabriel Makhlouf, who is British, is the first overseas official to head the bank.

UK And Europe •

Drone footage shows great white shark feasting on fish at Sydney's Bondi Beach

At one point a surfer was only metres away from the spectacle.

Australia •

Final construction work will see West Coast's Waiho River bridge closed most nights in May

The bridge near Franz Josef was washed away in March flooding.

West Coast •

Tomorrow's planned re-entry to Pike River Mine drift delayed

Twenty-nine men died in November 2010 after two methane blasts tore through the mine.

West Coast •

Arab the kākāpō - one of New Zealand's oldest - dies after surgery complications

The population of adult kākāpō in New Zealand now stands at 145, along with 77 chicks.

Animals •

UFC star Robert Whittaker keen to learn more about his Māori heritage

Whittaker proudly fights for Australia, but is eager to learn about the Kiwi blood that runs through him.

Maori Issues •

'Not a show-stopper'- agency for Pike River Recovery says there will definitely be re-entry, despite postponement

Tomorrow's re-entry attempt is off.

West Coast •

Vehicle owner with GUN number plate requests replacement in wake of Christchurch terrorist attacks

The owner of the registration plate contacted the NZTA after feeling "uncomfortable" about the letter combination.

Terrorism •

Court reserves its decision in National Party Eminem damage appeal case

The owners of 'Eminem Esque' are fighting the reduction of a fee imposed on National for using the song in the 2014 election ad.

Music •

Delay of Pike River mine re-entry 'deeply upsetting', but safety the priority – Jacinda Ardern

Tomorrow's re-entry was delayed due to the detection of heightened oxygen levels.

Politics •

Comanchero gang member charged over aggravated robbery, assault on cop

The alleged incident took place in Mount Maunganui in July last year.

Crime And Justice •

Government planning to reveal cannabis referendum details next week, 1 NEWS understands

New Zealand is set to hold a referendum at the 2020 election on whether the drug should be legalised.

Politics •

One person dead after crash in Tuakau, Waikato

A car rolled on Buckland Road at 4.30pm.

Accidents •

Atiamuri families 'don't feel safe' following series of horror crashes

A head-on collision that killed eight people on Sunday is the latest.

Accidents •

Rising gang tensions in South Auckland prompt school to issue warning letter

The warning to parents comes amid fears of a gang war after a shooting last Friday.

Auckland •

Hops and business on the agenda for New Zealand's first full-time brewing course

The course is now on offer at Otago Polytechnic's Cromwell campus.

Education •

University of Canterbury's Muslim students get safety tips in workshop with police

"I'd be lying if everybody said they felt safe."

Terrorism •

Life jacket crucial for survival of man who spent three hours in Manukau Harbour - police

"His lips were shivering, he was blue all around his mouth."

Accidents •

Man allegedly robs Picton service station at gunpoint

Police say cash was taken from the business.

Crime And Justice •

Robbie Deans says Japanese rugby has key role in helping the All Blacks keep their best players

The key is the flexibility that Sam Whitelock's new four-deal has, says ex-Wallabies coach.

All Blacks •
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