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Archives for 24 November 2020

NRL in mourning over death of rising Manly star, 20-year-old Keith Titmuss

He died suddenly after falling ill at training.

Australia •

Domestic tourism isn't enough to sustain sector amid Covid-19 pandemic — report

A report out this morning reveals the pressure the tourism industry is under.

Tourism •

Tana Umaga reveals Moana Pasifika squad for historic clash with Māori All Blacks

The 26-man squad coached by Fa'alogo Tana Umaga contains players from Samoa, Tonga and Fiji who play both in New Zealand and abroad.

Pacific Islands •

Morning Briefing Nov 24: NZ authorities track new mystery Covid case

Air NZ crew member tests positive for Covid-19 and another much cheaper coronavirus vaccine shows promise.

Morning Briefing •

'Difficult legal' issue delays high-profile Jarryd Hayne rape trial in Australia

Already postponed six months because of Covid-19, the trial had another delay after the jury was selected this week.

Australia •

Kiwi Chris Wood fires Burnley to first win of Premier League season

The All Whites striker's goal ensured victory against Crystal Palace.

'More than a crisis' - Emergency housing group calls for urgent action from Government as demand soars

Monte Cecilia used to get 10 to 15 calls a week. Now it's 20 to 30 calls a day.

Politics •

Full video: Jacinda Ardern talks with media after delivering speech at Te Papa

The PM was speaking at the Primary Industry Summit.

Wellington •

New Children's Minister Kelvin Davis promises shift in power within Oranga Tamariki

However, he wouldn't be drawn on how he feels about the organisation's chief executive, Gráinne Moss.

Maori Issues •

Gaming billionaire Gabe Newell donates $286k to Starship after 'Gnome Chompski' space adventure

The American, who is currently living in New Zealand, pledged to give $1 to the children's hospital for every person who tuned in to Rocket Lab's latest launch live stream.

Space •

'We let Nevaeh down' - Police admit failings in 111 call before toddler's death

Nevaeh Ager's great-grandmother was told police couldn't intervene because she didn't have custody.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •

First Moana Pasifika squad 'the start of something bigger', Tana Umaga says

Umaga named the first squad for the Pacific franchise which is set to join Super Rugby in 2022.

Pacific Islands •

Covid-19 vaccines look promising, but Ardern says it's too soon for any border changes

The Prime Minister says "2021 will be the year of vaccine".

Coronavirus Pandemic •

Air NZ crew in China with positive Covid-19 case will isolate after returning tomorrow

Health Minister Chris Hipkins says the crew will be isolated, and the potential positive case is now showing "one or two mild symptoms".

Air New Zealand •

Former Dunedin doctor who stabbed teen to death claims trial was unfair

Justices at the Court of Appeal have today reserved their decision.

Crime And Justice •

Meet the Canterbury seamer nicknamed 'Cricket's McCaw' whose bowling career is taking off

Will Williams is a flight instructor, as well as a gun bowler.

Travel •

Kiwis urged to not overlook smaller, but often tastier, avocados this season

Many in the industry consider small avocados to be superior to larger ones in both taste and value for money.

Food And Drink •

Report of inmate gassed with pepper spray at Auckland Women's prison 'disturbing' – Corrections Minister

Kelvin Davis says he wasn't aware of the practice.

Auckland •

Jacinda Ardern wants to remain friends with Winston Peters despite end of work relationship

The PM told reporters she had spoken with her former Deputy PM in the days after his election loss but hadn't seen him in person.

Politics •

Consumer NZ seeks investigation into Airbnb, Bachcare for denying full refunds during lockdowns

The Commerce Commission confirmed it's looking into the complaint.

Travel •

Way NZ gathers, uses DNA in criminal investigations severely inadequate, report finds

The four-year review by the Law Commission made nearly 200 recommendations.

Crime And Justice •

Accepting low rates of Māori achievement in school is 'systemic racism' - Kelvin Davis

The Associate Education Minister is calling for streaming to be removed because it “harmed Māori”.

Education •

Two new Covid-19 cases in managed isolation today, none in community

Also, a recently confirmed case has been reclassified as historical.

Coronavirus Pandemic •

'Impeachment', 'Covid-19' and 'Black Lives Matter' among Oxford English Dictionary's words of the year

For the first time, the dictionary didn't just pick just one word of the year.

UK And Europe •

People who visited Auckland pet store asked to get Covid-19 test after visit from Air New Zealand crew member

The cabin crew member who tested positive in China is being treated as a confirmed case here.

Air New Zealand •

Daniel Vettori reunited with much-loved hat after it was stolen from his home

Arrests have been made after items were taken from the cricket legend's home and other Auckland properties.

Crime And Justice •

Wellington woman expresses heartbreak at constantly being priced out of first home — 'We are consistently $100,000 out'

Jo Bowley says missing out again and again is taking its toll.

Wellington •

Jacinda Ardern says 'sorry to the Uighurs' in Spitting Image sketch calling out China's human rights record

The BBC political satire show this week took aim at Australia and New Zealand’s China trade deal.

Politics •

Almost 200 greyhounds were euthanised during the last racing season

Greyhound Racing New Zealand says those numbers are down 40 per cent on the previous season.

Animals •

Robertson writes to Reserve Bank over soaring house prices, wants to give first home buyers 'a shot'

"We can and should do more," said the Finance Minister.

Economy •

Tall Blacks' Asia Cup qualification games in NZ postponed due to Covid-19

Games scheduled for Friday and Monday now won't go ahead.

NZ not on track to be smokefree by 2025 - ASH

“We need a much more dramatic decline in cigarette smoking rates," according to anti-tobacco campaigners ASH.

Health •

'A good mix' - Salesi Rayasi proud to bring Samoan, Fijian heritage to Pasifika Moana

The Hurricanes star says next month's match will be about giving back to the communities who helped him get to where he is.

Pacific Islands •

Aucklanders warned of potential power cuts as heavy rain forecast

It's the first time the region has seen an elevated risk of downpours since 2017.

Weather News •

Greens say more needed to 'fix this runaway housing crisis'

The Green Party said it was a disservice "not to use all of the tools in the toolbox".

Politics •

Teenager charged after spate of Ōtara gang-related shootings

A vehicle was searched and a quantity of live shotgun shells were located in Flat Bush, Auckland today.

Auckland •

St John ambulance staff strike withdrawn after tentative agreement reached

The agreement is subject to ratification from union members, documents seen by 1 NEWS show.

Employment •

Wellington City Council investigating Mayor Andy Foster after Shelly Bay vote complaints

A councillor claimed Foster revealed information to her on the day of the vote that she believed he was not permitted to do so.

Wellington •

Man alleges he was kicked out of well-known Christchurch bar for kissing male friend

Fat Eddie's disputes the man's account of the situation.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Samoan PM says nation's first Covid-19 case continues to return positive and negative results

The man arrived in the Pacific nation earlier this month on a repatriation flight from New Zealand.

Pacific Islands •

Steven Adams reportedly signs two-year extension with New Orleans Pelicans worth just over $50 million

Adams will also be paid a trade kicker worth NZ$ 2.87 million after being traded from OKC.

Vodafone apologises for PlayStation 5 promotion that overcharged customers

Other customers were left wondering when their console would arrive.

Technology •

Christchurch's Amelia Garvey taking up opportunity of a lifetime at US Open

"It’s the biggest tournament a professional women’s golfer could play."

Dunedin family who lost everything in house fire overwhelmed as community rallies around them

They escaped with their lives and just the clothes on their backs.

Dunedin And Otago •

Ross Taylor saying he's targeting 2023 World Cup as career swan song

The 36-year-old is five appearances away from being New Zealand’s most capped international cricketer ever.

Black Caps •

Police release identity of man who died after crashing into river in Warkworth

The car narrowly missed parents and children using the public playground next to the Mahurangi River.

Auckland •

'Suspected' Covid-19 case visited Resene paint store in Auckland

The company says as a precaution the store will be cleaned before reopening.

Auckland •

Liam Messam named in Māori All Blacks side to face Moana Pasifika in Hamilton

The squad features eight new caps.

All Blacks •
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