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Lotto’s Powerball jackpot has grown to $20 million after no tickets won the prize this evening. The winning numbers are: 10, 1, 3, 38, 32, 24, Bonus Ball 7, and Power Ball 3.One Lotto player in Hamilton has won $1 million with Lotto First Division. The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto. Strike Four has also rolled over to $500,000 on Saturday night.
The man jailed for almost 13 years for killing RNZ journalist Phillip Cottrell has been released, despite still being high risk and disengaging with rehabilitation.Nicho Waipuka was sentenced to 12 years and 10 months for manslaughter in 2013 and was freed from prison this week.In July he was declined parole, and his statutory release date was 11 October, with Corrections confirming he was released on Wednesday.Cottrell was on his way home at about 5:30am after finishing an overnight shift at the broadcaster when he was attacked on Boulcott St in December 2011.The 43-year-old had brittle bones as a result of…
Family and the fight against the demographic crisis gripping Europe have long been central to the ECR and FDI’s political agenda. ADVERTISEMENTAddressing issues related to family and demography will be at the centre of the upcoming European Congress on family organised by the ECR party in Dubrovnik from the 18th until the 20th of October. In a briefing held in Rome on Wednesday the party’s Secretary General Antonio Giordano alongside representatives of Brothers of Italy explained the focus of the event and why these topics are central to the conservatives’ political agenda. “When it comes to our values conservatives have a very…
A final report by the Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) into a collision between a ferry and a recreational boat in the Bay of Islands last year has highlighted the importance of safety management systems that are fit for purpose.The Waitere — known locally as the Blue Ferry — was carrying 19 passengers from Russell to Paihia when it was struck by the 9.8m powerboat Onepoto near Russell on April 13, 2023.The bow of the Onepoto caused catastrophic damage to the Waitere after penetrating its wheelhouse, seriously injuring the ferry master and causing the vessel to sink.Some of the Waitere’s…
The storm has caused damage in Portugal and Spain and left other countries on alert. ADVERTISEMENTThe storm was a major hurricane as it moved between Bermuda in the Caribbean and the Azores in the mid-Atlantic over the weekend, peaking at a category four status. Kirk has since weakened to a post-tropical storm. The storm caused flooding in Portugal and left 300,000 people without power. Almost 600 incidents were recorded by the Civil Protection on Wednesday, most cases related to fallen trees.Spain also saw heavy winds and rainfall, with waves as high as 7 metres crashing ashore, that is according to…
Auckland’s Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) is calling on Kiwis to adopt a tram in a bid to keep Aotearoa’s transport history on the tracks.MOTAT — which celebrate its 60th anniversary this month — must raise $1 million to fund essential track upgrades and keep the trams rolling along the Western Springs Tramway.Parts of the tramway’s nearly century-old tracks are designed for trains, exacerbating the need for urgent replacements and repairs at the risk of confining the trams to the museum’s grounds, MOTAT said today in a statement.More than 200,000 visitors hop aboard the trams as they traverse the…
A marine and coastal expert has raised concerns that the paint on the HMNZS Manawanui may cause damage to the surrounding reef.Seventy-five personnel were rescued from the ship at the weekend after it ran aground on a reef off Samoa’s Upolu and sank shortly after. Around 100 Navy staff headed to Samoa yesterday as the effort to begin the cleanup began.The Defence Force has since salvaged a Blackbox, hoping it may hold answers on why the ship ran aground.But the biggest concerns were around how the ship’s sinking might affect the environment. The Manawanui had around 1000 tonnes of diesel…
In the dynamic field of search engine optimisation (SEO), several influencers have emerged as leading figures, sharing insights, strategies, and trends that help businesses and marketers enhance their online presence. Here are some of the top SEO influencers to follow in 2024: Top SEO influencers Craig Campbell James Dooley Matt Diggity Matthew Woodward Julie Adams Olesia Korobka Holly Starks Craig Campbell Craig Campbell is considered among the top SEO influencers. He is a well-known SEO specialist based in Glasgow, recognised for his extensive experience and contributions to the digital marketing industry. Craig Campbell has been involved in SEO for over…
Strategies for Success When it comes to fundraising events, making a memorable first impression is crucial. But how do you ensure your event captures attention and motivates donations? Enter the hero of our story: the vibrant pop up gazebo. Adorned with colours that could outshine a peacock at a rave, these gazebos serve as your primary fundraisers. They do more than merely protect against unpredictable weather—they command attention and draw crowds. This guide will help you harness the full potential of inflatable gazebos, blending practicality with undeniable style to engage donors effectively. From selecting the perfect location that maximises foot…
Liliana Itamar Carillo Barba Published: Jan 2023 Department of International Development London School of Economics and Political Science Houghton Street Tel: +44 (027957425/6252 London …