Archives for Sat, Oct 4, 2025

Archives for 4 October 2025

Auckland family shocked by $37k gas quote, despite DIY efforts to cut costs

Vector apologised and lowered the bill, but the cost remains unaffordable for the family, as the Vector's new policy shifts the full installation expense to customers.

Auckland •Sat, Oct 4

Car clocked speeding at 204km/h highlights need for cameras – AA

Some "incredibly reckless, dangerous" behaviour on the roads is inevitable, says AA spokesperson.

Transport •Sat, Oct 4

How a family of seven (plus five pets) eats well for less than $280 per week

Mum and businesswoman Danielle Coolbear Jenkins has found herself low on work lately, but not on inventive ideas for feeding her family.

Personal Finance •Sat, Oct 4

Poor sleep may make your brain age faster

A new UK study found that people with poor sleep had brains that appeared significantly older than expected based on their actual age.

Science •Sat, Oct 4

What is 'revenge saving' and are you part of the latest financial trend?

As the world continues to recover from the altered spending habits of the post-pandemic period, "revenge saving" is the latest trend taking hold.

Economy •Sat, Oct 4

More government funding for natural pharmaceutical sector

The Government has announced it will be investing in more funding for natural pharmaceuticals, as it aims to boost exports for what it described as a "fast-growing" sector.

Health •Sat, Oct 4

Greymouth homicide: Teen charged with murder of Donald Baikie

Police were called to a property on Chapel St in Greymouth at around 12.15pm on Tuesday where they found Baikie dead on arrival.

Crime And Justice •Sat, Oct 4

Sean 'Diddy' Combs is sentenced to over 4 years in prison

The judge said a lengthy sentence was needed for deterrence and that he was unconvinced that if Combs is released, these crimes won’t happen again.

Crime And Justice •Sat, Oct 4

Homicide investigation after man found dead in Dunedin

"The circumstances of the man’s death remain under investigation, but initial indications suggest he died from non-accidental injuries," police said.

Crime And Justice •Sat, Oct 4

F1: Liam Lawson collides with wall to end Singapore GP practice early

"It’s frustrating to end the session in the wall." the Kiwi driver said.

Asia •Sat, Oct 4

'My views are different' Taurua speaks amid Silver Ferns coaching saga

Earlier today, Netball New Zealand (NNZ) confirmed a resolution had not yet been reached in time for the Constellation Cup series against Australia later this month.

Silver Ferns •Sat, Oct 4

Classification change for Otago's seismic risk causes division

A heritage trust is concerned historic buildings will be demolished, but scientists stress the earthquake risk to Dunedin in particular is much more than previously thought.

Earthquakes •Sat, Oct 4

Young child dies after vehicle incident in Auckland

Police said the circumstances of the incident remain under investigation.

Auckland •Sat, Oct 4

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