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Archives for 15 August 2024

The kidnapping of Chloe Ayling – the shocking events behind new BBC drama

In a new drama kicking off on TVNZ+ tonight: the glamour model who was kidnapped and threatened with being trafficked, whose troubles didn’t end when she made it back to Britain.

Crime And Justice •

Quiz: Where in NZ would you find a church made of trees?

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

Yes, it's OK to look for a new job when you already have one

Ready for a new job? Start looking while you're still employed, says a recruitment expert.

Employment •

Global mpox emergency: What New Zealanders need to know

Kiwis may be eyeing headlines nervously as a global health emergency is declared amid rising mpox cases. What should we be aware of here?

Health •

Is it OK to lie to someone with dementia?

Ethical care can be challenging when a person is in the later stages of dementia, writes Steve Macfarlane.

Opinion And Analysis •

Part of Stonehenge was moved 750km from Scotland, study finds

Researchers say the "jaw-dropping" study rewrites what we know about prehistoric Great Britain.

UK And Europe •

Former Kiwis star Benji Marshall inducted into NRL Hall of Fame

Marshall joins legends of rugby league such as Jonathan Thurston, Billy Slater and Cameron Smith.

NRL •

Armed police close Auckland road as search warrant carried out

Police said the operation presented no ongoing risk to the public.

Crime And Justice •

Meth lollies: Detection of drug use up 30% on last year – researcher

A drug researcher says there has been a shift in where meth in New Zealand is coming from, and detections of the drug have gone up 30% in wastewater testing.

Health •

Weekend avalanches prompt warning for backcountry skiers

No one was injured in three "significant" avalanches which occurred across New Zealand over the weekend in Canterbury and the central North Island.

Dunedin And Otago •

Wellington Phoenix find goalkeeper replacement for Alex Paulsen

The Phoenix needed a replacement goalkeeper for outgoing star Alex Paulsen, who signed for AFC Bournemouth before being sent on loan to Auckland FC last week.

Phoenix •

OCR cut: Deputy leaders at odds over NZ's economic prospects

Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni joined Breakfast this morning to unpack the latest official cash rate announcement from the Reserve Bank.

Politics •

Disability support services to move from Disability Ministry to MSD

Whaikaha the Ministry for Disabled People will become a standalone department responsible for advocacy and policy advice.

Politics •

Man found critically injured on Auckland road fell from car

Emergency services were called to the intersection of Elmdon St and Bader Drive in Māngere around 5.55pm on Tuesday.

Auckland •

Man found stabbed in car park of Auckland supermarket

Police said the man was located in the Pukekohe car park just before 10pm on Wednesday.

Auckland •

Good as Gold: Chch couple fostering down-on-their-luck felines

Alyssa O’Connor and Nate Ball run a café where you can have a coffee in the company of cats who've had a paw start in life.

Animals •

Cannabis, firearms and cash seized, arrests made in Ashburton

Around $200,000 in cash, 14 firearms, 844 cannabis plants and 12.3kg of cannabis head was seized alongside "substantial" equipment for cannabis cultivation.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Why recent mpox outbreaks have global health authorities worried

A virologist sets out some of the reasons why the latest mpox outbreaks in Africa are causing concern.

Explainers •

'They're going to charge me with murder': Polkinghorne to wife's friend

A long-time friend of Pauline Hanna has recounted the phone call the Auckland woman's husband Philip Polkinghorne made to them following her death.

Crime And Justice •

Two found dead at Tūrangi home, homicide investigation launched

Police responded to the Poihaere St address around 9.50pm on Wednesday.

Crime And Justice •

All Blacks: Cane back as Razor rings the changes in bid for revenge

Former skipper Sam Cane has been named on the bench for the Eden Park Test against the Pumas, with four changes to the All Blacks' starting line-up.

All Blacks •

Restaurant worker not paid minimum wage, leave or public holidays

The director of a liquidated Taupō eatery has been ordered to pay a former employee more than $40,000 in wages arrears.

Employment •

Ashburton College student hospitalised, police look into assault report

A "completely unacceptable" incident between two Year 9 students has left one in hospital, with police making inquiries.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

Stuff CEO Laura Maxwell steps down, takes up job in Queensland

Maxwell was appointed as chief executive officer of the NZ media company in June 2023.

Media •

Cold, wet and wind bearing down on New Zealand this weekend

After some mid-week sunshine, Aotearoa is set for a wet and windy weekend, followed up by some cold and snowfall in parts of inland South Island.

Weather News •

The Notebook star Gena Rowlands dies aged 94

TMZ reported the retired actress died today in Indian Wells, California at her home surrounded by family including her husband and daughter.

Movies •

Food prices up 0.6% annually - Stats NZ

The increase was partly driven by higher prices for restaurant meals and ready-to-eat food, which increased by 3.7%.

Economy •

Two more Black Caps turn down central contract offers

Devon Conway and Finn Allen have turned down central contract offers, with both players looking to play franchise cricket overseas.

Black Caps •

Disability community 'shell-shocked' by ministry changes

The Minister has said the changes will improve service delivery to disabled New Zealanders.

Politics •

Composure and leadership the keys for All Blacks after Pumas defeat

The selections of Sam Cane and TJ Perenara suggest Scott Robertson is seeking to avoid an historic loss at Eden Park by backing experience.

All Blacks •

It's the Māori King's coronation — here's what it means

"It serves as an opportunity for all of us to come together to recommit ourselves to the journey of kotahitanga."

Te Ao Maori •

Polkinghorne trial: Pauline Hanna contacted GP about suicidal thoughts

Philip Polkinghorne, 71, is accused of killing his wife in Easter 2021.

Crime And Justice •

Vandals damage power infrastructure along rural Southland roads

The "power structures" were damaged early on Wednesday morning, police say.

Southland •

Five Big Things That Happened Today: Thursday, August 15

The disability community says it's "shell shocked" over Government changes, a phone call is recounted as the Polkinghorne trial continues, and one shocking story.

Argentina have no fear for All Blacks heading into Eden Park Test

Los Pumas trained in West Auckland this week, confident after their 38-30 win in Wellington.

All Blacks •

Ex-Auckland Airport baggage handlers jailed over meth case

The men, aged 24 and 20, were jointly convicted for attempting to possess methamphetamine for supply, according to Customs.

Auckland •

Justice Minister signs Kim Dotcom's extradition order

The 50-year-old Internet entrepreneur has been living in New Zealand since 2010.

Crime And Justice •

Mother claims son was hit unconscious by Ashburton College student

Nandita claims her son was assaulted to the point of unconsciousness during a class last week.

Crime And Justice •

Kids charity worker hospitalised after eating meth 'lolly'

Two families at Ronald McDonald House received the meth disguised lollies in food parcels from the Auckland City Mission.

Auckland •

Lachie Jones inquest: Coroner hopes to cast some light in the shadows

The second phase of the inquest into the three-year-old's 2019 death wrapped up today in Invercargill.

Southland •

Kiwis could be losing 'tens of millions' over supermarket refund policies

The Grocery Commissioner's warning the supermarket giants they must make urgent changes or face a mandatory refund regime.

Cost Of Living •

Concern for future of Chch's square if cathedral project mothballed

A decision is expected next week on whether the iconic building will be permanently fenced off and left as is.

Christchurch And Canterbury •

'Consternation' at proposal for amalgamated southern councils

Southland Mayor Rob Scott's voiced his vision for the region to consist of two unitary authorities: one district-based and one unitary-based.

Politics •
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