Archives for 22 August 2025

At-home blood pressure testing is invaluable – but only if the cuff fits

High blood pressure is a leading contributor to preventable disability and early death, so home testing is excellent, but you have to know how to choose the right device.

Health •Fri, Aug 22

Rural road rules for agricultural vehicles 'null and void'

Rural contractors say current regulations are decades out of date and don't reflect the size of modern machinery now being used.

Christchurch And Canterbury •Fri, Aug 22

Cyclist dies following crash with car in Auckland's Onehunga

Emergency services were called to the crash, between a vehicle and cyclist, just before 3pm yesterday.

Accidents •Fri, Aug 22

Govt's list of council core services 'bizarre' says Nándor Tánczos

Key aspect of new Government bill is to remove reference to four wellbeings — social, economic, environmental and cultural — from core council services.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •Fri, Aug 22

Taylor to celebrate 100-Test mark as All Blacks roll dice on debutant

Hooker Codie Taylor will reach his milestone against Argentina in Buenos Aires alongside loose forward Simon Parker, who will play his first.

All Blacks •Fri, Aug 22

Five announces NZ show as part of group's reunion tour

The group behind hits like If Ya Gettin’ Down and Everybody Get Up announced it would return after 25 years for a world tour.

Music •Fri, Aug 22

TVNZ the new home of grassroots rugby, Sky signs All Blacks deal

TVNZ announced today it is New Zealand Rugby’s free-to-air provincial rugby partner in a multi-year agreement that starts with the 2026 season.

TVNZ •Fri, Aug 22

News in 90 Seconds August 22

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including the Menendez brothers' fight for freedom, the level of unhealthy ads our kids see, and the Black Ferns eye up a three-peat.

Crime And Justice •Fri, Aug 22

Fonterra to sell consumer businesses - including Mainland and Anchor - for $3.8b

Fonterra has agreed to sell its Consumer and associated businesses, including Mainland and Anchor, to French dairy giant Lactalis for $3.845 billion.

Business •Fri, Aug 22

'Serious concerns' for Hamilton man reported missing

Aydan, 39, was reported missing on August 19 after being last seen on August 17 at an address on Snell Dr in Chartwell.

Hamilton And Waikato •Fri, Aug 22

Work stops at Whakatāne council facility after human remains found

Police and an archaeologist have confirmed that bones found at the Waiewe Street reserve site are human.

Tauranga And Bay Of Plenty •Fri, Aug 22

Doja Cat announces New Zealand show

The singer will bring her Ma Vie World Tour to Auckland's Spark Arena this November.

Music •Fri, Aug 22

Top netballer training with Canterbury's Farah Palmer Cup squad

It's been announced Paris Lokotui won't return to the ANZ Premiership winning Tactix as she looks to pursue rugby.

Fri, Aug 22

Resident urges tougher stance on illegal dumping in Auckand's Māngere

"Māngere deserves clean parks, safe footpaths, and spaces that reflect the strength of our people," said Fegafeuō Tuigamala at a recent board meeting.

Auckland •Fri, Aug 22

What Chase host Bradley Walsh says he'd be fired for

Bradley Walsh has been presenting the hit game show The Chase since it first aired in 2009.

Television •Fri, Aug 22

Seventeen-year-old stabbed, critically injured in Hamilton

Police were seeking seven people in relation to the stabbing in Melville at 5pm yesterday.

Hamilton And Waikato •Fri, Aug 22

Analysis: All Black debutant gives Razor a one-two punch against Pumas

Simon Parker, named alongside 99-Test veteran Codie Taylor, could provide a cutting edge with fellow No.8 Wallace Sititi, writes Patrick McKendry.

All Blacks •Fri, Aug 22

Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis among stars to appear at Armageddon Expo 2025

Organisers this afternoon announced the pop culture expo's line-up of guests, describing it as a "dream team".

Auckland •Fri, Aug 22

Taranaki Maunga finds its human voices

Taranaki Maunga and its surrounding peaks are collectively known as the legal person, Te Kāhui Tupua.

Te Ao Maori •Fri, Aug 22

Parts of Akl motorway reopen after fatal incident, serious crash

A fatal incident and a serious truck crash shut down key sections of SH16 for a period today.

Auckland •Fri, Aug 22

No tsunami threat to NZ after 7.5 quake off South America

The quake struck off South America at a depth of 10km at around 2.15pm on Friday.

Central And South America •Fri, Aug 22

Council chair speeds more than 100 times in work car

Nicol Horrell is the only elected member of his council with a company car and exceeded the limit a total of 107 times during a one-year period.

Southland •Fri, Aug 22

Two police officers bitten after stopping driver evading checkpoint

The two officers were being medically assessed following the incident in Lower Hutt.

Crime And Justice •Fri, Aug 22

'It’s not personal': What White House told NZ’s trade envoy on tariffs

US Correspondent Logan Church spoke with Finance Minister Nicola Willis in New York about the impact of tariffs on NZ's economy.

Donald Trump •Fri, Aug 22

Attempt to smuggle meth disguised as Christmas gifts ends in jail

A Canadian national was arrested after Customs officers carrying out a baggage search identified the Class A drugs wrapped as gifts.

Crime And Justice •Fri, Aug 22