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Two men have died following separate incidents involving a farm and a quad bike this afternoon.Emergency services were called to property in Okaiawa, South Taranaki shortly after midday following an incident involving a farm bike. “On arrival, a male was pronounced deceased at the scene,” a police spokesperson said. St John said it sent one ambulance.”Our crew was not required for transportation,” a spokesperson said. Police also confirmed emergency services were called to an incident involving a quad bike at a property in Saint James Range, near Hanmer Springs just before midday. “On arrival, a male was pronounced deceased at…
More than 8000 high school students have sung their hearts out at this year’s Big Sing competition in Dunedin.The Big Sing Finale 2025 showcased the top 24 secondary school choirs selected from more than 250 choirs who competed at regional festivals earlier in the year. From Auckland to Invercargill, students have travelled hundreds of kilometres to take part in the national finale.The competition has taken on new prominence this year, thanks in part to the box office success of Tinā, the fifth highest-grossing New Zealand film of all time. The film, which was partly inspired by a viral choral performance from the Big Sing, has drawn fresh attention…
Winter’s final day is set to bring strong winds to parts of the country, with MetService issuing a string of weather warnings and watches. A series of fronts embedded in a strong west to southwest flow was forecast over the next few days, bringing severe gales to exposed places.An orange-level strong wind warning has been issued for Auckland, Great Barrier Island, and the Coromandel Peninsula for Sunday afternoon, with several southwesterly gales forecast to gust up to 120km/h in exposed areas. New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) warned the Auckland Harbour Bridge was likely to close intermittently during strong…
One lucky Bay of Plenty ticket holder has won $12.5 million with Powerball First Division in last night’s live Lotto draw.The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto in Ōpōtiki.The prize was made up of $12 million from Powerball First Division and $500,000 from Lotto First Division.One other Lotto player will be celebrating after winning $500,000 with Lotto First Division. The winning ticket was sold at Hornby Mall Lotto in Christchurch.Saturday’s numbers were 13, 4, 40, 33, 9, and 15. The Bonus ball was 1 and the Powerball was 4.There were four Division 2 winners, each taking a share of $30,917.Saturday’s…
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake rattled the top of the South Island and the lower North Island last night.Geonet said the tremor struck 10km south of French Pass at around 11.31pm on Saturday at a depth of 51km.The shaking, described as “moderate”, was reported by nearly 7500 people.It was felt widely across the Taranaki, Wellington, and Nelson-Tasman regions.NZ Civil Defence said earthquakes were a “good reminder to stay preapred”.”Drop, Cover, and Hold remains the right action to take during an earthquake. If you’ve already headed to bed for the evening, remember to Stay, Cover, and Hold.”A 3.1 magnitude earthquake with a…
A large warehouse fire at a plant nursery in Auckland’s northwest prompted a major response from firefighters last night, with sixteen trucks and multiple support vehicles called to the scene.Fire and Emergency NZ said it was called to a “fully involved” fire at Van Lier Nurseries on Riverhead Rd in Kumeū at around 9.45pm on Saturday.The affected structure measured approximately 25 by 50 metres and was engulfed in flames when crews arrived.Firefighters worked for over two hours to contain the fire, successfully bringing it under control by 11.53pm.”Sixteen trucks, as well as support vehicles, were on site at the height…
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay says he has undergone treatment to remove skin cancer.The 58-year-old said he had basal cell carcinoma, a non-melanoma form of skin cancer, removed in a post to Instagram.”Grateful and so appreciative for the incredible team at The Skin Associates and their fast reactive work on removing this basal cell carcinoma, thank you,” the Kitchen Nightmares star said.”Please don’t forget your sunscreen this weekend, I promise you it’s not a facelift. I’d need a refund.”The post showed the side of his face following the treatment with a plaster beneath his ear.Basal cell carcinomas were New Zealand’s most…
Te Pati Māori’s candidate for Tāmaki Makaurau, Oriini Kaipara, has offered some backhanded praise to her chief rival, Peeni Henare, as potential prime ministerial material during wide-ranging Q+A interviews about the campaign.The two candidates appeared in separate interviews, broadcast this morning, as voting gets underway in the Māori seat by-election. Henare, an existing Labour Party list MP and the previous holder of the seat before the last election, emphasised his party’s focus on “jobs, health and homes”. Kaipara has repeatedly urged voters to help her gain Te Pati Māori another seat in Parliament, as Henare would still remain a list…
Three years, eight months and 12 days.That’s how long it has been since Tom Phillips and his three children Jayda, Maverick, and Ember went missing in December 2021.Police released CCTV footage today of two masked individuals, believed to be Phillips and one of his children, allegedly breaking into a Piopio business at around 2am on August 27.The vision, captured in Piopio on August 27, shows Phillips and one of his children, police believe. (Source: Other)Phillips has been on the run for more than three-and-a-half years and there is a warrant for his arrest related to aggravated robbery, aggravated wounding and…
By Euronews Published on 30/08/2025 – 21:45 GMT+2 ADVERTISEMENT Speaking in Estonia in a joint news conference on Saturday with Prime Minister Kristen Michal, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stressed that sanctions against Russia should be tightened and Europe needs to bolster its defence spending. “Our aim is that by 2030, we have significantly filled all gaps that we have identified today,” von der Leyen said speaking at the Ämari Air Base, where NATO aircrafts are stationed. “Here we put a strong focus on defence.” “Estonia is making the Eastern flank safer. And Europe, stronger,” von der Leyen added.…