Waikato police say petrol-powered bicycles built by inventive teens may be impressive engineering, but were also illegal to ride on public roads.
New Zealand
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Video of the meteor was captured and shared online by the Tauranga Astronomical Society just before 7.45pm.
Mon, Aug 31
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Younger generations still aspire to traditional milestones, but are much less confident of achieving them.
Sun, Aug 23
The 45-second video — taken by Cayle Cross and Madison Pusch in October 2025 — showed the two adult kiwi striking each other with their powerful legs and claws.
Wed, Aug 19
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Three thieves entered the Akaroa Salmon factory shop on Treffers Rd in Wigram just before 1am on Sunday.
Mon, Aug 17
Earlier, a weather radar detected severe thunderstorms offshore north of Cape Brett, Purerua, Paihia and Kerikeri.
Fri, Aug 14
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Chief executive Jason Walbridge said "the economic conditions facing our business are real, and they require us to make some hard choices about how we're set up for the future".
Thu, Aug 13
Kiwi couples hoping to cut costs could choose to say "I do" outside the traditional wedding calendar.
Life
Sat, Aug 8
This morning, MetService said Auckland was the coldest it's been since 2021.
Thu, Aug 6
1:03
The Commerce Commission said it will argue that alleged anti-competitive conduct was widespread.
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Tyre tracks tear through the grass area on Fyffe Quay by Jimmy Armers Beach, on Kaikōura's Peninsula.
Fri, Jul 31
Data from Southern Cross Pet Insurance and PD Insurance has revealed which breed of pampered pets are generating the most insurance claims.
Sun, Jul 26
Landlords and property managers have been urged to be more vigilant in checking their rental properties, after recent busts at growhouses linked to organised crime.
Sun, Jul 5
Store owner Richard Funnell told 1News the alleged burglary had been a stressful experience for him and his staff who "put our heart and soul into this place".
Tue, Jun 30
Some items were practical and commonly-forgotten – while others raised more questions than answers.
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The proposal reflected "challenging market conditions, falling demand in key markets, rising costs and insufficient work to keep the mill operating sustainably".
Wed, Jun 24
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The 56-year-old plans to undergo CAR-T cell treatment in China later this year.
Mon, May 11
1:29
Matt Balkham from Wellington Astronomical Society said although the comet was getting fainter and further away, it may actually be a better time to photograph it.
Wed, May 6
3:29
One resident said she heard an explosion before a dark smoke cloud was pictured in the air above the beach shortly after 9.15am.
Pharmac said supply of some funded oestradiol patches and progesterone capsules remained "tight and unpredictable" due to global supply issues.
Thu, Apr 30
Kate Prior said the past five months were the hardest she had ever been through.
Sun, Apr 26
The national day of remembrance held annually on the 25th looks a little different this year as it falls on a Saturday.
Mon, Apr 20
As one of the most beloved icons of NZ television prepares to return, she talks about imposter syndrome, kids on screens and the joy of being 58.
Sat, Apr 18
Ten-year-old Kaea and his mother Neisha were checking out Tairua's Ocean Beach after Cyclone Vaianu when he came across the Jack Daniels bottle encrusted with shells.
Mon, Apr 13
The Property Relationship Act was progressive 50 years ago, but society has changed and experts say the laws are now archaic and often brutally unfair.
Fri, Apr 3
