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Archives for 6 March 2024

Quiz: Where was the iconic 'Nek Minnit' video filmed?

Think you know your Kiwi trivia? Test yourself with 1News' daily quiz.

Are you overthinking everything? Try these tips

A clinical psychologist shares some solutions for when thoughts are on a loop in your head.

Wellbeing •

Man, 90, told to get new phone so he can use bank's app

Alan Weir from Mosgiel is perfectly happy with his phone, but his bank told him he needs a new one to use their app.

Business •

Watch: Woman dangles in air after being hoisted by shop shutters

Anne Hughes, a cleaner at the Best One convenience store in Tonteg, Rhondda Cynon Taf, was lifted into the air when her jacket got caught in the shutters.

UK And Europe •

Youth offender boot camps 'become really abusive' – lawyer

Lawyer Amanda Hill was scathing in her assessment of the Government's "military-style academy" plan.

Politics •

Aus tradie charged after allegedly tying up 3 kids on driveway

The incident unfolded after the man reportedly found the children swimming in a client's pool.

Australia •

Bill passes to remove taxpayer funding for cultural reports

The move's been criticised as something that will disproportionately impact Māori and low-income people.

Politics •

Charity director 'floored' after community rallies to reopen store

After it was closed in January due to a spike in abuse and threats against staff, Porirua's Free for All has reopened thanks to a flurry of community support.

Wellington •

Ross Taylor says Neil Wagner was forced into retirement

The former Black Caps star was clear in his criticism of the selectors ahead of the second Test against Australia.

Black Caps •

Major bank trims shorter-term mortgage rates

All the major Australian-owned banks have lowered some interest rates slightly over the past fortnight.

Economy •

'Samoan killer left hook' - trainer draws up Parker's plan for Zhang

Andy Lee describes how Kiwi boxer will beat his Chinese opponent in what is an honest description, misinformation or merely wishful thinking.

Boxing •

CCTV shows group ransacking petrol station amid spate of attacks

Burglaries in Remuera and Green Bay are the most recent in a series of incidents in Auckland.

Crime And Justice •

Covid-19: German man vaccinated 217 times

The 62-year-old received the doses privately over about 29 months.

Covid 19 •

Auckland apartment to be auctioned with $1 reserve: 'Risky'

Listing agent Grant Elliott said a $1 reserve is a risky move, but can be rewarding if it's done right.

Property •

Remote South Island beach named among world's best

The pristine location previously came to global attention after a unique campaign over its future.

Travel •

Two-car crash closes Tākaka Hill highway

One person has been critically injured and another is in a serious condition following the accident on the eastern side of the windy pass into Golden Bay.

Accidents •

Queenstown Airport security breach forces travellers rescreening

Delays after a passenger entered a departures lounge without going through security checks.

Dunedin And Otago •

Increased scrutiny on those seeking emergency housing – Govt

Changes will also see families with children leapfrog to the top of the social housing list if they have been in emergency housing for longer than 12 weeks.

Politics •

Hurricanes Poua told to stop haka criticising 'redneck' Govt

Sports and Recreation Minister Chris Bishop said he disagreed with the message of the haka however, the Poua were entitled to their view.

Hurricanes •

Penney wants Crusaders to find consistency against Fijian Drua

"I think we had 36 opportunities with the ball and 18 of them turned into errors and turnovers…we’re better than that," Penney said.

Crusaders •

Jordie Barrett gets three-week ban for high-tackle red card

Hurricanes midfielder will miss derbies against the Blues and Crusaders plus a game against the Rebels.

Hurricanes •

Camilla 'encouraged to take a week off' by King Charles

A royal insider says Charles urged Queen Camilla to take care of herself.

Royalty •

Blood sauce, offal ice cream — chefs use science to elevate taste

Meet the 'mad scientist' chefs pushing the boundaries of Kiwi produce.

Food Drink •

Tasman library roof sagging and leaking

The Richmond Library building dates back to 1985 and was originally a retail store before being refitted as a library by the council in 1991.

Tasman •

'Nobody forced to retire': Williamson on Taylor's Wagner comments

Former captain Williamson said Wagner had an amazing week with the team in Wellington after announcing his retirement.

Black Caps •

US library 'pawses' late fees in exchange for cat photos

The library says borrowers can "show us a picture of your cat, a famous cat, a picture you drew of a cat, a shelter cat, any cat" and fees can be waived.

North America •

BNZ outage affecting online banking, cards, ATMs now resolved

The bank confirmed a systems outage but said there was no risk of compromised customer accounts or information.

Personal Finance •

Five Big Things: Wednesday, March 6

Youth offender boot camps, $1 apartments, and a picturesque South Island beach.

Highlanders captain Harmon dropped to bench for discipline breach

Coach Clarke Dermody said standards were agreed at start of season and were for everyone after Harmon was late to a team meeting.

Highlanders •

Broadcasting Minister says Newshub bombshell was a shock to her also

Broadcasting Minister Melissa Lee has spoken to RNZ after refusing radio and TV interviews since the announcement of Newshub's closure.

Politics •

'Grave concerns' over increased scrutiny on emergency housing clients

Opposition parties aren't impressed, but the Government says its a pathway out of the controversial system.

Politics •

Warriors name team — aware of expectations but not carried away

The Warriors coach doesn't want his side to get ahead of themselves going into their opening match against the Cronulla Sharks on Friday.

Warriors •

'Brother Cedi': Police name man found dead in Raglan driveway

A homicide investigation into the 58-year-old's death continued today.

Crime And Justice •

Poua wāhine 'absolutely heroic' to perform haka – expert

Kaihaka and reo expert Mataia Keepa has lauded the Hurricanes Poua team for “taking up the challenge”.

Te Ao Maori •

TVNZ expected to unveil job losses tomorrow

There has been no official confirmation of the news.

Media •

Zero percent alcohol: Should parents be concerned?

Australian research says many parents across the ditch are "conflicted and concerned" about zero percent alcohol drinks and some parents here feel the same.

Food Drink •

Controlled detonation planned for explosive in Auckland park

The device, which was found at a reserve near Seabrook Avenue, was reported to police earlier this afternoon.

Auckland •

NZ is tourism booming — but what do visitors want more of?

Tourists spent on average just over $300 dollars a day, and stayed on average for 10 days, with New Zealand scenery, history and culture being big reasons why people choose to visit.

Tourism •

Stewart Islander 'with no council services' faces a 500% rates hike

The ratepayer contested a jump in their rates from $348.68 to $1743.95 in the space of a year but received little sympathy from officials.

Cost Of Living •

Rising concern for fertility as birth rates in NZ drop

Specialists, looking into the decreasing birth and fertility rates in Aotearoa, have designed a new toolkit to help advise the Government.

Health •

Drake Bell to talk about childhood sexual assault at Nickelodeon

A description for a preview of the show, which is called Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV, says, "Drake Bell will be sharing publicly, for the first time, the story of the abuse he suffered".

Television •

Bluecliffs residents evacuated due to potential hazards in landfill

Emergency Management Southland controller Lucy Hicks said in a release a 1km radius of the tip will be set up to ensure safety for the nearby locals.

Environment •

ASEAN summit considers: How worried should we be about China?

As the ASEAN summit concludes, much of the debate was dominated by the superpower’s actions in the Pacific.

Australia •
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