Archives for 13 November 2021

Man achieves lifelong goal of becoming physicist - at 89

His advice was to always follow your dreams.

Science •November 13, 2021

Hospitality NZ says venues are ready to open

Venues across the country are launching a campaign to open up.

Business •November 13, 2021

RJ's licorice recalled after using contaminated sugar

The recall affects the Black Knight Medley 500g Licorice product.

Food And Drink •November 13, 2021

Focus on Covid, fossil fuels and US-China in APEC conclusion

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern spoke to New Zealand and international media after chairing the leader's meeting.

Politics •November 13, 2021

Pacific leaders agree on vaccines but not on US hosting APEC

Jacinda Ardern said the atmosphere in the room was pragmatic, despite the geopolitical tensions.

North America •November 13, 2021

Covid-19 cases rising in Western Europe

It's a region with relatively high vaccination rates and good health care systems but where lockdown measures are largely a thing of the past.

UK And Europe •November 13, 2021

Pair rescued after boat sinks off Wellington Harbour

A wave stalled the engine at around 8am, police say.

Accidents •November 13, 2021

Heavy wind, rain to batter most of the country

It's time to scrap plans for a trip to the beach or a backyard barbecue this weekend.

Weather News •November 13, 2021

NZ to send support staff to PNG amid Covid crisis

The island nation formally requested humanitarian and medical support from partner governments.

Coronavirus Pandemic •November 13, 2021

Waylon Smithers to find love in landmark The Simpsons episode

An upcoming episode of the long-running animated sitcom will see him start a relationship with a new boyfriend.

November 13, 2021

Britney Spears freed from conservatorship

The popstar's life and money had been controlled for nearly 14 years.

Music •November 13, 2021

Motorcyclist dies following crash near Blenheim

No other vehicles were involved in the crash at Renwick.

Marlborough •November 13, 2021

Disruption as anti-lockdown protesters hit Auckland roads

NZTA has advised motorists against travelling on a number of motorways.

Coronavirus Pandemic •November 13, 2021

175 new Covid-19 community cases in NZ today

There are now 93 people with Covid-19 in hospital, up from 85 on Friday.

Coronavirus Pandemic •November 13, 2021

‘Unexplained’ death in Auckland’s Swanson

Police are investigating after being called to a Candia Road property.

Crime And Justice •November 13, 2021

'It's become real' - Covid case confirmed in Taupō

“We knew this day would come,” Taupō District Mayor David Trewavas says.

Coronavirus Pandemic •November 13, 2021

Covid vaccine mandate extended for Fire and Emergency NZ staff

The deadline has been extended until November 29 for first doses.

Coronavirus Pandemic •November 13, 2021

Young Te Puna boy's death treated as homicide

Malachi Subecez, 5, was found with injuries on November 1. He died on Friday.

Crime And Justice •November 13, 2021

Migrants fear visas will be declined if they ask for help

Medical student Kate Li has been in Aotearoa for 10 years and faces a difficult dilemma.

Immigration •November 13, 2021

Two start-ups win awards for residential solar energy ideas

Red Phase Technology and Empower Energy are being recognised by big business after their solar energy innovations.

Business •November 13, 2021

Lost flagpole honouring fallen soldiers found atop Bluff Hill

A memorial created a century ago in honour of a pair of brothers killed in the Battle of the Somme has been found after being lost for decades.

Southland •November 13, 2021

White Ferns begin preparations for Women's World Cup

The squad have had their first training camp in Christchurch as they try to find a winning formula ahead of their home World Cup in March.

Christchurch And Canterbury •November 13, 2021

Nelson College proud to see 3 old boys in All Blacks Test

David Havili and Ethan Blackadder will be sporting the black jersey, while James Lowe will be kitted out in the Irish colours.

Nelson •November 13, 2021

NSW records no new Covid-19 deaths for first time in 3 months

NSW Health's Dr Jeremy McAnulty said now the state has passed the 90 per cent double-dose vaccination milestone, those aged 18 and over who have been vaccinated for six months should seek out a booster jab.

Coronavirus Pandemic •November 13, 2021

Four Covid cases in Taupō, Ministry of Health confirms

Eight locations of interest in both Taupō and Masterton are set to be released by the ministry.

Hamilton And Waikato •November 13, 2021

Helicopter search underway for person missing in Taranaki

The person allegedly disappeared in the Waiwakaiho River in New Plymouth.

Taranaki •November 13, 2021

Strip club among Taupō locations of interest

Four locations of interest have been listed in Taupō, while an additional four are in Masterton.

Coronavirus Pandemic •November 13, 2021