Author: Press Room
The morning’s headlines in 90 seconds, including Liam Lawson’s best result, recognition for a Palestinian state, and the best view of today’s partial solar eclipseLiam Lawson scores his best finish yet, in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Tens of thousands of people have gathered for a memorial service for Charlie Kirk. Australia, the UK, and Canada have recognised a Palestinian state, prompting a scathing response from Israel. Investor confidence has hit lows not seen since the Covid pandemic. Clouds spoiled the view of a partial solar eclipse for many of us but clear skies in Christchurch gave people a “spectacular” view.
When Christchurch’s Tri-Rugby team was founded in 2020, they dreamed of one day having international fixtures. Now five years on, that’s becoming a reality.”It’s a big game.. nice to have a big game on an anniversary weekend,” said Brendan Tindall.The team based out of High School Old Boys’ Club in Christchurch will host Australia in a two-match series.When asked what it will be like to run out against the trans-Tasman rivals, player Josh Christie said:”Oh, pretty nervous cause I get pretty emotional for my game … I get involved, put my head down, focus.. don’t want to let the fans…
Police say it is “by good fortune only” that a driver – suspected to be under the influence of a substance – did not seriously injure or kill someone when his van and trailer jackknifed in rural Auckland overnight.Officers responded to a report of a crash on Runciman Rd at around 12.43am on Monday.Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes said a Mitsubishi van and trailer had jack-knifed and completely blocked the road.”When units attended the driver was asleep at the driver’s wheel, and it was suspected he was under the influence of a substance.”Methamphetamine and other substances…
Disgraced former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming instructed staff to make changes to the firearms vetting process, after he was contacted by an acquaintance who told him they would lose their firearms licence, if they got any more driving demerit points.Police Commissioner Richard Chambers said he was of the view “better judgement could have been exercised and a more robust process followed” by McSkimming.The Firearms Safety Authority has confirmed it’s considering reversing the changes.RNZ earlier revealed McSkimming was investigated over allegations he acted inappropriately in relation to the firearms licences vetting process.The investigation found he had the appropriate delegation to…
Waitangi Mountain Bike Park has just undergone its biggest expansion since the first trails opened a decade ago with the opening of a new, adrenaline-inducing jump zone.Pekenui Jump and Skills Park, which covers an entire hillside at the bike park’s entrance, features three jump lines, two climbs, a scenic ridge descent, and an area for honing bike handling skills.It is hoped the new facility will further boost mountain biking’s popularity in the Bay of Islands, and help attract visitors to Northland outside the busy summer months.Park manager Tiffany Holland, the driving force behind the project, said Sunday’s opening was the…
Tonight’s Good Sort is Dave Cattermole and his partner Gill Kane, who run free gyms across the South Island for those who’ve faced cancer. The idea began after Cattermole’s own kidney cancer diagnosis, when he struggled to find connection with other men in a similar situation to him. What started as a small support group had since grown to five gyms across the South Island. Cattermole died last year, but his legacy continued in the Blue Brothers gyms. “We owe him so much,” Kane told 1News. Members said the classes offered more than just strength, and helped them cope mentally…
Confidence among New Zealand investors dropped to its lowest levels since the Covid-19 pandemic during the last quarter, according to new numbers from ASB. ASB’s Investor Confidence Survey found net investor confidence, which was the difference between those who think investment returns will improve versus worsen in the coming year, had dropped from 9% in Q1 to just 1% in the June quarter. The drop in numbers, released after it was revealed New Zealand’s GDP had slumped 0.9% in the June quarter, was driven by the “flat” housing market, share market volatility, and global economic uncertainty. “It’s been a challenging…
It’s election time again. Ballot papers are arriving in mailboxes across the country, reminding us that democracy doesn’t just live in Parliament. It thrives in school boards and council chambers too. This always gets me thinking about what it takes to step up into these important roles. Whether you are on a local council, a regional council or a school board, the effectiveness of the new team you have joined depends not only on your individual expertise, but also on how well that collective energy is directed. Based on my work as a mediator, I have seen two qualities that…
When the brothers behind a Dunedin shoe business hand over the keys to someone new, it will end five generations of family ownership. McKinlays Footwear was established in 1879 and has stayed in the same family since the first McKinlay came to the city from Scotland. Co-owner Graeme McKinlay said the decision to sell came because he would be “hitting 65” soon, and his brother, co-owner David McKinlay, would not be far behind. “We’re at the stage that we need to start making a plan, and obviously we need to find someone to take the business over.” All of the…
Extreme winds have hit exposed parts of Canterbury this morning, MetService says.A rare red level strong wind warning is in effect for much of Canterbury, while orange level wind and rain warnings are in effect for much of the rest of the South Island.Power is out to pockets of the central and lower South Island.Alpine Energy in South Canterbury says power is out in Temuka, Makikihi, Geraldine and surrounding areas of the settlements due to the extreme wind buffeting the region this morning.Network Waitaki is also reporting power has been cut in Teaneraki and Enfield due to the weather.Downed lines…