Advocates express concerns over ACT government wombat management plan
The ACT government is considering how to better manage and care for the territory’s wombat population amid challenges…
China ends tax break on condoms in push to lift falling birth rate
“Decisions about having children in China today are shaped primarily by broader economic and lifestyle factors, such as…
Frankton Golf Centre clubhouse in Queenstown gutted as crews battle major fire
They said crews immediately worked to extinguish the fire and were able to suppress it at about 7.40pm.…
Double-fatal Kaimai crash: Coroner finds driver under the influence of cannabis
Coroner Dunn said Wilson “tragically” died at the scene, and Chase succumbed to his “significant injuries” in Waikato…
Wild video shows San Francisco Muni train barrel out of tunnel
A speeding Muni train in San Francisco in September had passengers scrambling to keep their balance with some…
Is NZ closer to a social media ban? MP’s bill pulled from the biscuit tin
After her bill was pulled from the ballot, Wedd said it was “progress” and could “be picked up…
Nelson air traffic control tower opens late: Auckland-bound flight delayed
“In line with standard procedure, contingency measures were activated and pilots were notified.” One passenger on the flight…
Rotorua iwi trust devastated by thefts of pest control gear before awards ceremony
Through iwi and charitable donations over the past two years, the trust bought specialised equipment for its now…
South Dunedin supermarket could face $200k fine after failing to control rat infestation
New Zealand Food Safety deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle said it had launched an investigation into rodent activity within…
California officials probe Napa Valley winery about Pickett fire start
California fire investigators appear to be investigating what role, if any, a prestigious Napa Valley winery played in…
Trump vows to move homeless ‘far’ from Washington, cites safety
“It’s all going to happen very fast,” he said. Washington is ranked No 15 on a list of…
Suspect named in fatal shooting near Atlanta CDC as agency holds call with staff
The GBI said DeKalb County police officer David Rose, 33, was shot and killed. No civilians were shot.…