Archives for 26 January 2023

Thousands of tamariki offered free tickets to NRL all-star game

Kotahi +1 is a Rotorua Lakes Council initiative that last ran in 2019 as a trial. It will allow 3503 lower decile pupils and their whānau to attend the games on February 11 at Rotorua International Stadium.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •January 26, 2023

Kanye West could be banned from Australia over Hitler comments

West is reportedly planning to travel to Melbourne to meet the family of new wife Bianca Censori, but may be barred from entering the country.

Australia •January 26, 2023

Cost of living, inflation 'front of mind' for Govt - Sepuloni

She pointed to half-price public transport, fuel cost subsidies and scheduled changes to childcare subsidies as measures the government has taken to help Kiwis struggling with household costs.

Politics •January 26, 2023

'My little princess' - Labour MP Tamati Coffey welcomes baby girl

Coffey posted pictures of his newborn on Facebook last night, saying she "surprised us by being about 5 weeks early".

January 26, 2023

Buckingham Palace tried to 'discredit' Harry and Meghan series

Liz Garbus said working on the project gave her an insight into the "alleged palace mind games" the couple have experienced.

Television •January 26, 2023

Simeon Brown, Arena Williams spar over new Labour leadership

The young MPs for Nationals and Labour joined Breakfast's Jenny-May Clarkson for the first regular political panel of 2023.

Politics •January 26, 2023

Trade Me reveals where rents increased the most in 2022

Every region except Wellington saw rents climb in 2022, Trade Me property sales director Gavin Lloyd said.

Property •January 26, 2023

America's Cup: Two-time Coast to Coast champ joins Team NZ

Dougal Allan is one of the new faces that will be on the Kiwi boat when they defend the Auld Mug next year in Barcelona.

Americas Cup •January 26, 2023

Earth's core 'wriggling', 'spinning' nothing to worry about - scientist

Professor John Vidale of the University of Southern California joined Matty McLean on Breakfast to discuss the mysteries of the Earth's core.

Science •January 26, 2023

Prime suspect in Waiheke mailbox sausage mystery cleared?

Breakfast reporter Tessa Parker interrogated the young man who broke the story and discovered he may have an alibi which clears his name.

Auckland •January 26, 2023

Severe gales see possible 'red alert' for Auckland Harbour Bridge

A red alert would mean the bridge will be completely closed.

Auckland •January 26, 2023

'Moisture plume' to drench Auckland on anniversary weekend

Northland, the Coromandel Peninsula and parts of the Bay of Plenty are also in for heavy rain over the coming days.

Weather News •January 26, 2023

Rotorua police taser 'young person' with knife

Police said that while a responding officer was arresting an individual, a "young person" attempted to stab them with a knife.

Crime And Justice •January 26, 2023

Crucial kelp restoration underway in Lyttelton Harbour

The project, funded by Live Ocean, the NZ Sail GP charity partner, sees local scientists collaborating to help revive the languishing ecosystem there.

Environment •January 26, 2023

'A good day in Wellington' happens only 7% of the time - analyst

The capital allegedly only gets an unbeatable "good day" 26 times a year on average.

Wellington •January 26, 2023

'We blew it' - Papali'i still haunted by Super Rugby final defeat

Blues captain enjoyed a good All Black campaign as Sam Cane's replacement and then a refreshing break, but the events of last June are not forgotten.

Blues •January 26, 2023

Blues coach MacDonald wary of dramatic tackle height rule change

"It will change the game completely" - move to lower legal tackle height in England amateur rugby not too popular at Blues.

Blues •January 26, 2023

Wellington beach closed after 'large' shark spotted

Beachgoers at Lyall Bay were urged to evacuate the water this afternoon.

Animals •January 26, 2023

Media merger bill tweaked, but falls short - expert

The project is potentially on the chopping block, as Prime Minister Chris Hipkins reviews spending and resets the Government's focus on the economy.

TVNZ •January 26, 2023

Man sought after assaulting group, stealing car in Wellington

The man had been picked up by the driver and two of their friends in Porirua earlier this month.

Crime And Justice •January 26, 2023

Investigation into 'woody debris' after boy dies at Gisborne beach

Police said the 12-year-old boy suffered an injury on Waikanae Beach and died a short time later.

Gisborne •January 26, 2023

2 people injured after train, car collide in Invercargill

Emergency services were called to the scene on Ross St this afternoon.

Accidents •January 26, 2023

Olympic champion Hamish Bond to defend Auld Mug with Team NZ

Bond, who brings experience as a Commonwealth Games bronze medal cyclist, will join the team as one of four new faces for their defence in Barcelona.

January 26, 2023

Watch: A look at tanks being donated to Ukraine by the West

Germany, the UK and the US are stepping up with more firepower.

Russia Invades Ukraine •January 26, 2023

PM, te ao Māori leaders pay tribute to Titewhai Harawira

The revered Māori rights activist of Ngāti Hau, Ngāti Wai and Ngāti Hine descent died yesterday morning at the age of 90.

Te Ao Maori •January 26, 2023

Hipkins promises to get 'closer to business' in first outing as PM

Speaking at a roundtable with the Auckland Business Chamber, the new Prime Minister said his government was getting "closer to business".

Politics •January 26, 2023

New study reveals Long Covid symptoms are 'misunderstood'

Māori, Pasifika, and disabled people were also more likely to report barriers to healthcare when they had the virus.

Covid 19 •January 26, 2023

Antisemitism in NZ 'on the increase' - Holocaust survivor

New research suggests a rise in antisemitic beliefs in the US. Holocaust survivor Alicja Newman warns these views are creeping closer to home.

Social Issues •January 26, 2023

Australia Day protests take on new life in 2023

The public holiday is often referred to as "Invasion Day" by First Nations people in Australia.

Australia •January 26, 2023

Jason Momoa welcomed to Auckland marae during visit to NZ

It's the latest show of love for Aotearoa from the actor, who's embraced Māori culture before.

Te Ao Maori •January 26, 2023

Women's cricket to 'take off' with new T20 league in India

Kiwi cricketers could be set for some big pay cheques in March when the inaugural Women's Premier League - the female equivalent of the IPL - launches in India.

January 26, 2023

Woman, 29, posed as New Jersey high school student, attended classes

Police said Hyejeong Shin enrolled as a student at New Brunswick High School using a fake birth certificate.

North America •January 26, 2023

Man dies after 'water-related incident' in Clutha River waterhole

Emergency services were called to a waterhole in the Clutha River around 5.30pm.

Accidents •January 26, 2023

Three gentoo penguin chicks welcomed at Kelly Tarlton's

"The little ones arrived late last year and have been settling in nicely," a statement from the iconic Auckland aquarium said.

Auckland •January 26, 2023

'I'll bring the tomato sauce' - Hipkins responds to UK PM's sausage roll joke

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak congratulated New Zealand's new leader over Twitter, alluding to his taste for sausage rolls.

Politics •January 26, 2023