Archives for 15 January 2025

Researchers give futuristic wind turbine a whirl south of Adelaide

If successful, the twin-blade creation that promises greater efficiency and less noise could show up in more places, with wineries, hotels, and local councils expressing interest in the technology.

Australia •Wed, Jan 15

Thieves set themselves ablaze in Australian car arson

CCTV footage shows the pair setting a car on fire outside a house in the Victorian city of Wangaratta and setting themselves alight in the process.

Australia •Wed, Jan 15

Research links childhood trauma to obesity — but this can be turned around

Research shows positive childhood experiences can counter negative ones when it comes to the issue of obesity.

Health •Wed, Jan 15

Ashburton loses 'turtle town' title with speed changes

Ashburton District Council is ending permanent 30km/h school speed zones.

Christchurch And Canterbury •Wed, Jan 15

Vegetation fire contained in Waitākere Ranges

In an update this morning, FENZ said two crews had returned to monitor the scene and dampen hotspots.

Auckland •Wed, Jan 15

NCEA results available online today

More than 160,000 students can now view their NCEA results from 2024 on the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) website.

Education •Wed, Jan 15

Body found on Piha beach, believed to be missing fisherman

The search began on Thursday after the man reportedly fell into the water from rocks at the southern end of the beach.

Auckland •Wed, Jan 15

Man who escaped police custody in Taupō hands himself in

The man fled from a police transport vehicle at the Taupō District Court at around 6pm on Monday.

Crime And Justice •Wed, Jan 15

David Havili named Crusaders captain for 2025

The 30-year-old fullback replaces Scott Barrett in the role.

Crusaders •Wed, Jan 15

Whose Line is it Anyway? star Tony Slattery dies aged 65

The British comedian's death was confirmed today by his partner of nearly four decades, actor Mark Michael Hutchinson.

Television •Wed, Jan 15

'Very worried': Christchurch mum's plea for sightings of missing boy

Natasha Churcher said her son had been playing in the backyard of their Aorangi Road home when she noticed he was missing around 2.30pm on Monday.

Christchurch And Canterbury •Wed, Jan 15

Fishermen rescued as fishing boat sinks in Hauraki Gulf

The vessel's sinking prompted a warning from the local coastguard about debris.

Auckland •Wed, Jan 15

Abolishing Eke Panuku is step backwards for Auckland – councillor

Councillors have voted for structural changes to council-controlled organisations (CCOs), including disbanding Eke Panuku.

Auckland •Wed, Jan 15

Police open arson investigation after fire lit near Raglan Airfield

Police said the fire was extinguished after a short time, with no damage to property.

Hamilton And Waikato •Wed, Jan 15

Edgecumbe flood: $7 million pegged for legal claims

Regional council chairman Doug Leeder said the cases raised issues across the local government sector in terms with how they deal with natural disasters.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •Wed, Jan 15

Police observe minute of silence for slain police officer Lyn Fleming

The minute's silence at 1pm today marked 24 hours before Fleming will be farewelled at a funeral service in Nelson with full police honours.

Nelson •Wed, Jan 15

Students opt for music, sports — 'can't get enough instruments'

Kaiapoi High School principal Jason Reid says more students have been signing up for sports and clubs since the Covid-19 restrictions of 2020/21.

Christchurch And Canterbury •Wed, Jan 15

Multiple crews, helicopters respond to fires across North Island

Three vegetation fires are burning in the Waikato, Auckland and Manawatū-Whanganui regions this evening.

Hamilton And Waikato •Wed, Jan 15

Former motorbike club president killed in crash 'doing what he loved'

Police have named Mark Macaulay, 68, as the person who died in a crash on Colyton Rd, Bunnythorpe at around 2.55pm on January 12.

Manawatu Wanganui •Wed, Jan 15

Reading Cinemas to return to central Wellington as deal struck

The cinema closed in 2019 over seismic concerns with the property, but now the curtain's been lifted on a new $38m redevelopment plan.

Wellington •Wed, Jan 15

World's best freeride mountain bikers set to descend on Queenstown

More than 20 of the world’s best riders are locked in for the Natural Selection Bike.

Dunedin And Otago •Wed, Jan 15

Women seeking new lives out on the open road in Australia

Student Margaret Yates has interviewed 29 women travelling solo across the country from the dusty Oodnadatta Track to the spectacular Tasmanian wilderness.

Australia •Wed, Jan 15