Far North region plunged into darkness after substation failure cuts electricity for 23,000
“There is no evidence of fire or extensive damage on the site,” the post said. “One of the…
Biosecurity NZ sets 120 traps on Auckland’s North Shore amid yellow-legged hornet hunt
“To support surveillance, Biosecurity New Zealand is laying traps in a measured way in areas where females have…
Jaedyn Lovejoy sentenced for his role in the Palmerston North murder of Damon O’Rourke
Two other co-offenders, Windsor Martin and Grayson Gray, were sentenced on the same day on charges of aggravated…
Rebels gang member Ernest Albert’s claim of self‑defence rejected in Mid North stabbings case
Drinks turn to double stabbing According to the court’s recently released decision, Albert was in Kawakawa in June…
Food For Love charity raises $50,000 thanks to South Island butter bidding war
“So I was like, let’s find [another brand of] butter and see if we can beat that $10,000…
Far North power outage cuts electricity to more than 23,000 homes
Equipment failure at the Kaikohe substation was suspected but initial investigations by Top Energy crews on site showed…
Crews battle fire at old Fitzherbert Tavern in Palmerston North, residents told to stay inside
“If you live nearby, close your windows and doors and stay inside if possible to avoid the smoke.”…
Discovery of major cannabis grow sparks overnight police presence in Paremoremo, Auckland
A police presence was maintained at the address overnight, “as the grounds are extensive and contain a number…
Auckland traffic delays after crash on harbour bridge
Auckland commuters are being warned to expect delays following a crash on the harbour bridge.A two-vehicle crash on…
Lightning strike cuts power in central areas as snow traps vehicles across South Island
Transpower has declared a grid emergency this morning after a lightning strike. “The tripping of the Whirinaki, Wairakei…
Biosecurity NZ urges Aucklanders to report yellow-legged hornet sightings
“We responded quickly to this threat, but we need the public’s help to eliminate any further risk.” Yellow-legged…
Well-known New Zealander appears in North Shore District Court on sexual abuse charge
The alleged offending is historic in nature and relates to one victim. The charge carries a maximum penalty…