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Good Evening - Today was: Saturday, 27 April 2024 20:05:30 NZST
Current: 10.1°C, Max: 16.5°C, Min: 2.6°C
FORECAST: Mainly clear. Low near 5C. Winds light and variable. It feels like 8.6°C. 4 clothing layers recommended.
Station Forecast: Fine weather | Sunrise: 06:59 | Sunset: 17:31 | Dawn: 06:31 | Dusk: 17:59
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 Temperature : Current trend is Falling, changing by -1.2 °C/hr 10.1°C, 79%   Pressure : Current trend is Rising, changing by 0.8 hPa/hr 1022.0hPa
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Wind Speed :  NE  Current wind speed is Light air (F1) from NE (35°) 4km/h   Wind Gust : Current trend is Steady 6km/h
Air Quality :  0 AQI  0ug/m3   Rainfall : Current trend is Steady 0.0mm
Sun Light : 0Lux, 6.3hrs   Solar UV :  0.0UVI  0W/m2
Last weather station contact: Saturday, 27 April 2024 at 20:05:21. Updated in seconds

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Tonight
Mostly Clear
5°C
Mostly Clear		 Tomorrow
Sunny
19°C
Sunny
Mainly clear. Low near 5C. Winds light and variable.
Chance of Rain: 8%
 Moon & Sun Forecast
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous       Day & Night Ratio Clock Graph
Moonrise
19:06
Moonset
10:10
Visability
89% 		Sunrise
06:59
Sunset
17:31
Day Length
10.32 Hrs
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Sun Phase: Below Horizon
There will be 2min 20s less daylight tomorrow
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Updated: 20:05:21 27/04/2024
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System Rollover: Midnight
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Elevation: 36m (118ft)
Lat:S40°21'32.2"(-40.35894°)
Lon:E175°34'21.9"(175.57275°)
City: Palmerston North
State: Manawatū/Wanganui
Country: New Zealand
Time Zone: UTC +12:00(NZST)


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Saturday, 27 April 2024
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Week
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Latest Top 3 News Stories
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Social media posts of luxury Mercedes-Benz on Auckland beach with ‘clown mask’ driver leads to arrest of Head Hunter. The patched member of the Head Hunters gang often posts content online of a clown character interacting with police, but denies wearing the mask while driving on Muriwai Beach in April 2024. Photo / Instagram Photo / NZ Police. Source: NZ Herald.
The patched member of the Head Hunters gang often posts content online of a clown character interacting with police, but denies wearing the mask while driving on Muriwai Beach in April 2024. Photo / Instagram Photo / NZ Police.
Source: NZ Herald.
2/3
Israel-Hamas war: Sadness for Kiwi family after premature Palestinian baby Sabreen Jouda dies. Sabreen Jouda, who was delivered prematurely after her mother was killed in an Israeli strike along with her husband and daughter, has lost her fight for life aged 5 days. She's pictured in an incubator in the Emirati hospital in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip aged 1 day. AP Photo/Mohammad Jahjouh. Source: NZ Herald.
Sabreen Jouda, who was delivered prematurely after her mother was killed in an Israeli strike along with her husband and daughter, has lost her fight for life aged 5 days. She's pictured in an incubator in the Emirati hospital in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip aged 1 day. AP Photo/Mohammad Jahjouh.
Source: NZ Herald.
3/3
Destiny Church member Ashara Kingi jailed for stealing $377,000 from her employer. Destiny Church member Ashara Jaymie Kingi, 33, was sentenced to two years and two months jail after stealing $377,167.92 from her employer Larry John O'Neill while employed part-time as his bookkeeper.. Source: NZ Herald.
Destiny Church member Ashara Jaymie Kingi, 33, was sentenced to two years and two months jail after stealing $377,167.92 from her employer Larry John O'Neill while employed part-time as his bookkeeper..
Source: NZ Herald.
  Social media posts of luxury Mercedes-Benz on Auckland beach with ‘clown mask’ driver leads to arrest of Head Hunter
But the gang member has hit back online to claim that he wasn't wearing the clown mask.
Published: 6:57PM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/social-media-posts-of-luxury-mercedes-benz-on-auckland-beach-with-clown-mask-driver-leads-to-arrest-of-head-hunter/3UOS7POXWZBE5NT7L3LTSIM3H4/

 Israel-Hamas war: Sadness for Kiwi family after premature Palestinian baby Sabreen Jouda dies
Baby Sabreen loses fight for survival after being cut from dead mother’s womb.
Published: 5:27PM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/israel-hamas-war-sadness-for-kiwi-family-after-premature-palestinian-baby-sabreen-jouda-dies/72LLZDCGE5FOFNUKHQAFZEELIU/

 Destiny Church member Ashara Kingi jailed for stealing $377,000 from her employer
'She was a good actor who portrayed herself as a good Christian woman.'
Published: 5:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/bay-of-plenty-times/news/destiny-church-member-ashara-kingi-jailed-for-stealing-377000-from-her-employer/NECY5JDQUFFTNAUVF6TGSSQ6GM/
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New Zealand Newsroom
Police praise teenagers lost in Southland bush
The five boys were rescued overnight after getting lost on the Makarewa Falls track in the Hokonui Hills.
Published: 6:33PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515361/police-praise-teenagers-lost-in-southland-bush

Government urged to hit the gas on revamp of road user charges
Infrastructure New Zealand is pushing for new road user charges to be brought in quicker to help relieve pressure on strained transport funding.
Published: 6:03PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515360/government-urged-to-hit-the-gas-on-revamp-of-road-user-charges

Auckland property investment scammer will be deported back to China
A man who was jailed after concocting an elaborate $6 million property scam to defraud overseas investors has been granted a year to get his affairs in order before he is deported back to China.
Published: 6:43PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515362/auckland-property-investment-scammer-will-be-deported-back-to-china

Child dies after driveway crash in Karaka, rural Auckland
Police have closed a section of road after the second driveway fatality involving a child in the past week.
Published: 4:57PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515357/child-dies-after-driveway-crash-in-karaka-rural-auckland

The curious case of the Wellington pigeon pincher
Two bronze bird statues have flown the coop, leaving art lovers all aflutter.
Published: 5:18PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515358/the-curious-case-of-the-wellington-pigeon-pincher

Kaitāia bus driver, 71, sentenced to home detention for kissing 13-year-old boy
The man groomed the boy through their mutual interest in toy cars.
Published: 3:56PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515352/kaitaia-bus-driver-71-sentenced-to-home-detention-for-kissing-13-year-old-boy

Person dies after fleeing police, wrong-way crash on State Highway 1
Police pursued the stolen ute, but abandoned the chase before it collided head-on with another vehicle.
Published: 3:34PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515342/person-dies-after-fleeing-police-wrong-way-crash-on-state-highway-1

Police searching for source of 'loud bangs' heard in Wairarapa
The mystery bangs were heard throughout the early hours of the morning over a stretch of several kilometres.
Published: 3:21PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515349/police-searching-for-source-of-loud-bangs-heard-in-wairarapa

Quick thinking helps save bush-walking teenagers lost in the dark
The five were walking on Makarewa Falls track in the Hokonui Hills, near Gore, but lost their way after dark.
Published: 12:44PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515339/quick-thinking-helps-save-bush-walking-teenagers-lost-in-the-dark

US police officer convicted over shooting death of Christchurch man during mental health breakdown
A US jury has found a former police officer guilty of reckless endangerment after fatally shooting Christian Glass while he was suffering a significant mental health episode.
Published: 1:31PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515343/us-police-officer-convicted-over-shooting-death-of-christchurch-man-during-mental-health-breakdown

Injured man gives up waiting for help after seven hours at hospital ED
Facing an all-night wait, Binn Wharton went home. By the time he was seen the next day, he was nauseous, shaking and needed IV antibiotics.
Published: 6:23AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515314/injured-man-gives-up-waiting-for-help-after-seven-hours-at-hospital-ed

Much of NZ 'dotted' with little-known volcanoes, scientist reveals
Saturday Morning - Many people do not know Northland was built on a volcanic field, while the Otago Peninsula is "one big volcanic complex".
Published: 12:51PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515340/much-of-nz-dotted-with-little-known-volcanoes-scientist-reveals

Free speech vs hate speech: Victoria University postpones debate after student backlash
Victoria University postponed the event, fearing it could become a platform for hate speech.
Published: 7:36AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515322/free-speech-vs-hate-speech-victoria-university-postpones-debate-after-student-backlash

NZ Centre for Brain Research testing Alzheimer's treatments on sheep
A University of Auckland geneticist says sheep are ideal for testing drugs, due to their longer life span, complex brain structure and genetic similarity to humans.
Published: 8:34AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515325/nz-centre-for-brain-research-testing-alzheimer-s-treatments-on-sheep

How to tell if your preschooler is autistic - the new tool being trialled in Wellington
Saturday Morning - A first of its kind one-to-one support programme for pre-school children showing signs of autism is about to be trialled in Wellington.
Published: 10:51AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515332/how-to-tell-if-your-preschooler-is-autistic-the-new-tool-being-trialled-in-wellington

Wellington's Garage Project wins silver at 2024 World Beer Cup
A Wellington brewery has won two medals at what is billed as the 'beer Olympics'.
Published: 10:14AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515331/wellington-s-garage-project-wins-silver-at-2024-world-beer-cup

Yoghurt pouches recalled over fears of plastic contamination
The issue came to light after consumers complained pouch nozzles had broken and pieces of plastic were in the yoghurt.
Published: 7:52AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515324/yoghurt-pouches-recalled-over-fears-of-plastic-contamination

'Most horrific threats' - Rainbow storytime tour cancellation draws outrage
Members of the rainbow community say they are heartbroken but not surprised at the cancellation of a tour where drag performers read stories to children in libraries.
Published: 8:14PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515308/most-horrific-threats-rainbow-storytime-tour-cancellation-draws-outrage
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Global Newsroom
Thousands rally in Australian capitals to demand gender violence justice
Violence against women is an "epidemic" in Australia, says Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Published: 7:27PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515366/thousands-rally-in-australian-capitals-to-demand-gender-violence-justice

Donald Trump's vice presidential contender defends killing dog on family farm
Kristi Noem says the dog behaved like a "trained assassin", but Democrats have accused of her bragging about its death.
Published: 5:18PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515359/donald-trump-s-vice-presidential-contender-defends-killing-dog-on-family-farm

US police officer convicted over shooting death of Christchurch man during mental health breakdown
A US jury has found a former police officer guilty of reckless endangerment after fatally shooting Christian Glass while he was suffering a significant mental health episode.
Published: 1:31PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515343/us-police-officer-convicted-over-shooting-death-of-christchurch-man-during-mental-health-breakdown

Scott Morrison says he took medication for anxiety while he was prime minister
The former Australian PM has revealed his experience with acute anxiety while serving as the nation's leader, saying it is a conversation that should be normalised in politics.
Published: 3:56PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515353/scott-morrison-says-he-took-medication-for-anxiety-while-he-was-prime-minister

Biden says he's ready for election debate with Trump
"I am happy to debate him," the president said. "I am, somewhere. I don't know when."
Published: 2:02PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515344/biden-says-he-s-ready-for-election-debate-with-trump

Columbia campus protester apologises for 'kill Zionists' comments
A leader of students protesting the war in Gaza at Columbia University has apologised after video emerged of him saying "Zionists don't deserve to live".
Published: 3:26PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515351/columbia-campus-protester-apologises-for-kill-zionists-comments

Australian federal government commits $160 million for creation of national firearms register
The move is the first major update to Australian gun laws since the gun buyback of 1996-97.
Published: 10:02AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515329/australian-federal-government-commits-160-million-for-creation-of-national-firearms-register

Yemen's Houthis say their missiles hit Andromeda Star oil ship in Red Sea
The ship's master reported damage to the vessel, the Andromeda Star.
Published: 2:44PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515347/yemen-s-houthis-say-their-missiles-hit-andromeda-star-oil-ship-in-red-sea

National Enquirer boss says he killed story of Trump's affair, even though it cost him
David Pecker agreed with a prosecutor who asked whether the Stormy Daniels story would have been "National Enquirer gold".
Published: 11:25AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515337/national-enquirer-boss-says-he-killed-story-of-trump-s-affair-even-though-it-cost-him

How recording their latest album helped Sleater-Kinney work through 'incredible grief'
In the wake of a personal tragedy, writing songs gave them "a sense of purpose", singer Corin Tucker tells Music 101.
Published: 4:42PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515356/how-recording-their-latest-album-helped-sleater-kinney-work-through-incredible-grief

Teen facing terror-related charges as part of Sydney church stabbing investigation was already on bail for gun possession charges
The 14-year-old had been charged with possessing unauthorised weapons just a fortnight earlier.
Published: 9:38AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515328/teen-facing-terror-related-charges-as-part-of-sydney-church-stabbing-investigation-was-already-on-bail-for-gun-possession-charges

King Charles to resume public duties after progress in cancer treatment
The King will begin next Tuesday with a symbolic trip to a cancer treatment centre.
Published: 6:39AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515318/king-charles-to-resume-public-duties-after-progress-in-cancer-treatment

Antony Blinken says China helping fuel Russian threat to Ukraine
The US Secretary of State says he had made clear to his counterparts they were "helping fuel the biggest threat" to European security since the Cold War.
Published: 7:12AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515321/antony-blinken-says-china-helping-fuel-russian-threat-to-ukraine

Andrew Tate and brother Tristan to be tried in Romania on rape and trafficking charges
The controversial influencer and his brother are accused of exploiting women via an adult content business.
Published: 9:15AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515327/andrew-tate-and-brother-tristan-to-be-tried-in-romania-on-rape-and-trafficking-charges

Explainer: What is so special about TikTok's technology?
The US is threatening to ban TikTok - but why? Here is how it works and why it has attracted more discussion than technology used by its rivals.
Published: 8:57PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515311/explainer-what-is-so-special-about-tiktok-s-technology

Faraz Tahir, security guard who died trying to stop Bondi Junction Westfield attacker, remembered as 'national hero'
At an emotional funeral, family salute Faraz Tahir - who was killed trying to protect others - as the "bravest person" they know.
Published: 7:55PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515306/faraz-tahir-security-guard-who-died-trying-to-stop-bondi-junction-westfield-attacker-remembered-as-national-hero

South Korea: World Scout Jamboree disaster blamed on government
Tens of thousands were evacuated from the campsite after children fainted in the 40C heat, without enough food to eat.
Published: 8:30PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515309/south-korea-world-scout-jamboree-disaster-blamed-on-government

Baby saved from dead mother's womb in Gaza dies
Baby Sabreen was delivered by an emergency C-section after an Israeli air strike killed her mother, but has now died in hospital.
Published: 8:49PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/515310/baby-saved-from-dead-mother-s-womb-in-gaza-dies
Sports Newsroom
A-League live updates: Wellington Phoenix v Macarthur FC
Follow all the action from the A-League Premiership Plate decider at Sky Stadium in Wellington.
Published: 7:45PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515363/a-league-live-updates-wellington-phoenix-v-macarthur-fc

Hurricanes suffer first loss of the season against Brumbies
The Hurricanes' unbeaten run has come to an end in Canberra after the Super Rugby Pacific leaders fell to the Brumbies 27-19.
Published: 7:27PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515367/hurricanes-suffer-first-loss-of-the-season-against-brumbies

Mea Motu dominates Thai opponent
Mea Motu has made light work of her Thai opponent in her latest bout.
Published: 6:54AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515319/mea-motu-dominates-thai-opponent

Recap: Brumbies v Hurricanes
The Hurricanes end an unbeaten run in Canberra falling to the Brumbies 27-19.
Published: 6:49PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515355/recap-brumbies-v-hurricanes

Damian McKenzie inspires dramatic Chiefs turnaround against Waratahs
Damian McKenzie took in the second half, sparking numerous attacking raids as the Chiefs lodged their sixth win of the campaign in Sydney.
Published: 6:54AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515320/damian-mckenzie-inspires-dramatic-chiefs-turnaround-against-waratahs

Crusaders ruthlessly put down Rebels in Christchurch
Signs of life from the defending champions as they cruise to a 39-0 victory.
Published: 9:32PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515312/crusaders-ruthlessly-put-down-rebels-in-christchurch

China to cooperate with investigation into swimmers
China will cooperate with an investigation into the events that led to 23 swimmers avoiding sanctions after testing positive.
Published: 10:50AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515334/china-to-cooperate-with-investigation-into-swimmers

England and France square off for Six Nations glory
There is a sense of déjà vu as France and England meet in the Women's Six Nations title decider in Bordeaux.
Published: 10:50AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515335/england-and-france-square-off-for-six-nations-glory

Hulkenberg switching to Formula One team Sauber
German driver Nico Hulkenberg will race for Sauber next season after signing a multi-year contract Formula 1 contract.
Published: 10:59AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515336/hulkenberg-switching-to-formula-one-team-sauber

Superstitious Phoenix coach worries about 'kryptonite' trophy being on sideline
Giancarlo Italiano does want the Premiers Plate to be at Saturday's match - but says it's 'almost like Kryptonite on us'.
Published: 5:10PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515295/superstitious-phoenix-coach-worries-about-kryptonite-trophy-being-on-sideline

Rebels' administrators push rescue deal for embattled Super Rugby club
Administrators for the Melbourne Rebels have recommended that creditors accept a deal put forward by directors to save the debt-ridden Super Rugby Pacific team and said the club may have been trading while insolvent for the last five years.
Published: 2:17PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515259/rebels-administrators-push-rescue-deal-for-embattled-super-rugby-club

Recap: Crusaders 39, Rebels 0
Follow all the action from Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch.
Published: 8:57PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515304/recap-crusaders-39-rebels-0

NZ driver Scott McLaughlin responds to disqualification
New Zealand driver Scott McLaughlin has responded to his disqualification from last month's season opening IndyCar race, where he finished third.
Published: 7:46AM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515237/nz-driver-scott-mclaughlin-responds-to-disqualification

Dame Valerie Adams hopes other sports follow athletics' prize money plan
World Athletics' decision to reward Olympic champions with cash prizes is a sign of progress and can spur other global sports federations to do the same for their athletes, New Zealand shot put great Dame Valerie Adams says.
Published: 8:05AM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515241/dame-valerie-adams-hopes-other-sports-follow-athletics-prize-money-plan

Moana Pasifika tackle Fijian Drua as they aim for top eight finish
Moana Pasifika forwards coach Tom Coventry reckons playing Fijian Drua in Lautoka is as demanding a gig as you can get in rugby.
Published: 11:11AM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515256/moana-pasifika-tackle-fijian-drua-as-they-aim-for-top-eight-finish

Indonesian off spinner claims best T20 international figures
Indonesia's Rohmalia Rohmalia has taken 7-0 to claim the best bowling figures in T20 international cricket.
Published: 5:04PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515294/indonesian-off-spinner-claims-best-t20-international-figures

WADA's credibility dented, former NZ boss says
The former New Zealand boss of the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) says the organisation's credibility has been dented just months out from the Paris Olympics.
Published: 9:55AM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515250/wada-s-credibility-dented-former-nz-boss-says

Black Caps beat Pakistan, take 2-1 series lead
The Black Caps have scored a four run win over Pakistan in the fourth T20 cricket international in Lahore.
Published: 6:58AM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515230/black-caps-beat-pakistan-take-2-1-series-lead
News In Pictures
 Live: Phoenix double their lead in pursuit of A-League Men glory. Source: Stuff.
Live: Phoenix double their lead
in pursuit of A-League Men
glory.
Source: Stuff
Published: 7:47PM 27/04/2024		 We need to stick together. Source: Stuff.
We need to stick together.
Source: Stuff
Published: 7:00PM 27/04/2024		 Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ lawyers push back against sexual assault claims. Source: Stuff.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs’ lawyers
push back against sexual
assault claims.
Source: Stuff
Published: 6:46PM 27/04/2024		 Live: Highlanders v Force. Source: Stuff.
Live: Highlanders v Force.
Source: Stuff
Published: 6:41PM 27/04/2024		 Hurricanes’ unbeaten Super Rugby Pacific run halted by Brumbies. Source: Stuff.
Hurricanes’ unbeaten Super
Rugby Pacific run halted by
Brumbies.
Source: Stuff
Published: 6:28PM 27/04/2024		 Recap: Hurricanes lose to Brumbies in Canberra. Source: Stuff.
Recap: Hurricanes lose to
Brumbies in Canberra.
Source: Stuff
Published: 6:28PM 27/04/2024		 Child dies after driveway crash in Auckland. Source: Stuff.
Child dies after driveway crash
in Auckland.
Source: Stuff
Published: 5:00PM 27/04/2024		 Social media posts of luxury Mercedes-Benz on Auckland beach with ‘clown mask’ driver leads to arrest of Head Hunter. Source: NZ Herald.
Social media posts of luxury
Mercedes-Benz on Auckland beach
with ‘clown mask’ driver
leads to arrest of Head Hunter.
Source: NZ Herald
Published: 6:57PM 27/04/2024		 Israel-Hamas war: Sadness for Kiwi family after premature Palestinian baby Sabreen Jouda dies. Source: NZ Herald.
Israel-Hamas war: Sadness for
Kiwi family after premature
Palestinian baby Sabreen Jouda
dies.
Source: NZ Herald
Published: 5:27PM 27/04/2024		 Destiny Church member Ashara Kingi jailed for stealing $377,000 from her employer. Source: NZ Herald.
Destiny Church member Ashara
Kingi jailed for stealing
$377,000 from her employer.
Source: NZ Herald
Published: 5:00AM 27/04/2024		 Wellington Phoenix v Macarthur: Live A-League updates . Source: NZ Herald.
Wellington Phoenix v Macarthur:
Live A-League updates .
Source: NZ Herald
Published: 7:00PM 27/04/2024		 Wynyard Quarter crossing bridge - why is it closed for so long? Angry Auckland hospitality owners losing half their revenue, laying off staff. Source: NZ Herald.
Wynyard Quarter crossing bridge
- why is it closed for so long?
Angry Auckland hospitality
owners losing half their
revenue, laying off staff.
Source: NZ Herald
Published: 7:00AM 27/04/2024		 Highlanders v Force: Live updates Super Rugby Pacific round 10. Source: NZ Herald.
Highlanders v Force: Live
updates Super Rugby Pacific
round 10.
Source: NZ Herald
Published: 6:50PM 27/04/2024		 Inside Norsewear’s rural factory keeping a village afloat, one pair of socks at a time. Source: NZ Herald.
Inside Norsewear’s rural
factory keeping a village
afloat, one pair of socks at a
time.
Source: NZ Herald
Published: 5:00AM 27/04/2024
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Business Newsroom
Government six-month report card: Is the coalition on the right track? - Bruce Cotterill
OPINION: Momentum is on the rise, but plenty more to do.
Published: 10:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/government-six-month-report-card-is-the-coalition-on-the-right-track-bruce-cotterill/KZLNKQD3EBCXXK3ADQZ42RORVE/

Wynyard Quarter crossing bridge - why is it closed for so long? Angry Auckland hospitality owners losing half their revenue, laying off staff
'Catastrophic': Eateries say they have lost half their revenue; now they're cutting staff.
Published: 7:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/wynyard-quarter-crossing-bridge-why-is-it-closed-for-so-long-angry-auckland-hospitality-owners-losing-half-their-revenue-laying-off-staff/X6WEZ3ELDBCFLE6C3ETM5HTHBY/

Mary Holm: How to kill debt without selling that classic car or treasured artwork
OPINION: How to balance debt repayment and investment growth in NZ.
Published: 5:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/mary-holm-how-to-kill-debt-without-selling-that-classic-car-or-treasured-artwork/MMKM4S65BJAWJBDAQ6LLA3VX6U/

New Mitre 10 chairman Andrew Smith on co-operative’s success, 50-year birthday
'This is about galvanising the membership and Mitre 10 being a co-operative' - Smith
Published: 5:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/business-hub-new-mitre-10-chairman-andrew-smith-on-cooperatives-success-50-year-birthday/Y5B2S4DGCBFGBEU565W22OHEOQ/

Did Christopher Luxon land the right moves in Southeast Asia? - Fran O’Sullivan
Luxon brought a human dimension to the serious international work.
Published: 5:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/fran-osullivan-did-luxon-land-the-right-moves-in-south-east-asia/JTTKLMY3T5CEHDQUEAG6PHGVII/

$200m-plus Ayrburn: Northbrook Arrowtown, new hotel coming next to precinct
'It will take us five years, hoping to be the most visited destination in Queenstown.'
Published: 5:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/100m-plus-ayburn-whats-coming-to-new-arrowtown-hospitality-precinct-next/72RQCZ4DKBCOVJFG33BN2IVNJQ/

Inside Norsewear’s rural factory keeping a village afloat, one pair of socks at a time
A woollen goods factory is defying the odds, in the process keeping a Kiwi village going.
Published: 5:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/great-kiwi-yarn-inside-the-rural-factory-keeping-a-village-afloat-one-pair-of-socks-at-a-time/BVW2GYYMSFGXTFDU2BBPGY4VUU/

New Zealand supermarket sector shake-up - independent store in Hamilton set to open
The Hamilton West space has been vacant since Countdown moved out eight months ago.
Published: 7:44PM 26 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/new-zealand-supermarket-sector-shake-up-independent-store-in-hamilton-set-to-open/R65HFZSIWBE2BHHAFQ527JRRBM/

Media Insider: Film production firm Stripe Studios (Comedy) Ltd owes $2.25m, including more than $600,000 to US comedian and actress - liquidator’s report
Production company's managing director and NZ Film Commission point fingers at each other.
Published: 6:46PM 26 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider-film-production-firm-stripe-studios-comedy-ltd-owes-227m-including-more-than-600000-to-us-comedian-and-actress-liquidators-report/2K732VNRS5EZJCHM2ZLGEWKTLA/

NZ sharemarket rocked by US inflation data
Dogged inflation continues to weigh on financial markets.
Published: 6:10PM 26 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/nz-sharemarket-rocked-by-us-inflation-data/YHJF46UEJJFVRA7FY2U25DXTN4/
Politics Newsroom
Government urged to hit the gas on revamp of road user charges
Infrastructure New Zealand is pushing for new road user charges to be brought in quicker to help relieve pressure on strained transport funding.
Published: 6:03PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515360/government-urged-to-hit-the-gas-on-revamp-of-road-user-charges

Is NZ bringing in 'Indonesian coal every month to keep the lights on'?
Analysis: The Resource Minister said it, but is it true and why does it matter?
Published: 7:16AM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/environment/515221/is-nz-bringing-in-indonesian-coal-every-month-to-keep-the-lights-on

After-hours clinics on verge of collapse in some regions
Overworked GPs have signalled they can no longer cover, while funding is falling short.
Published: 1:02PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515240/after-hours-clinics-on-verge-of-collapse-in-some-regions

Loopholes will be exploited in new vape rules - experts
There is no doubt vape manufacturers will find and exploit gaps in new regulations, an experts say.
Published: 11:10AM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515222/loopholes-will-be-exploited-in-new-vape-rules-experts

Vaping regulations fight 'immeasurably harder' under coalition - campaigner
Focus on Politics - Successive governments have claimed crack downs on youth vaping, but the bending and breaking of rules seems pervasive.
Published: 10:09AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/focusonpolitics/audio/2018935501/vaping-regulations-battle-immeasurably-harder-under-coalition

Former Te Whatu Ora chairperson Rob Campbell criticises Health NZ's 'savings' directive
Rob Campbell said it shows "poor management" and is "frankly irresponsible".
Published: 2:32PM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/515345/former-te-whatu-ora-chairperson-rob-campbell-criticises-health-nz-s-savings-directive

NZ and Türkiye pledge cooperation during natural disasters
The two countries have "a long history of coming to each other's aid", including after the 2023 Turkish earthquakes, Winston Peters says.
Published: 10:50AM 27 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/515333/nz-and-turkiye-pledge-cooperation-during-natural-disasters

Fast-track bill could affect NZ's reputation - Transparency International
The ministers responsible for green-lighting major projects need to be open about potential conflicts of interest, says Transparency International.
Published: 8:02PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/environment/515307/fast-track-bill-could-affect-nz-s-reputation-transparency-international

Government unveils fetal alcohol guidelines, plan for diagnosis training
The government is promising to step up the response to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, promising to boost diagnoses and raise awareness.
Published: 3:39PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/515280/government-unveils-fetal-alcohol-guidelines-plan-for-diagnosis-training

The Week in Politics: Days of drama and demotions
Analysis - Two ministers were stripped of portfolios, drama broke out at the Waitangi Tribunal, and the gang patch ban bill ran into opposition.
Published: 12:54PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/on-the-inside/515260/the-week-in-politics-days-of-drama-and-demotions

The government's 20 trips abroad in April
The government appears committed to overseas visits with 14 ministers and MPs in 18 countries this month.
Published: 4:05PM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/515216/the-government-s-20-trips-abroad-in-april

Political editors panel: A reshuffle and the fast track
Listen - RNZ's Jo Moir and NZ Herald's Claire Trevett dissect the demotion of two ministers and the PM's response on Morning Report.
Published: 9:27AM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/morningreport/audio/2018935840/political-panel

Paul Goldsmith starts as new Media Minister replacing sacked Melissa Lee
The media industry is "under pressure", Paul Goldsmith says, but he plans to plot a path forward as he takes up the difficult role.
Published: 9:10AM 26 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/515239/paul-goldsmith-starts-as-new-media-minister-replacing-sacked-melissa-lee

National emergency response facing 26 separate inquiries: What have we learned
The country's emergency response is besieged by inquiries, despite years of reviews and efforts to make laws that deliver.
Published: 4:01PM 24 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/515120/national-emergency-response-facing-26-separate-inquiries-what-have-we-learned

GCSB refuses to release details of spy deal 'to protect interests'
The spy agency is refusing to release a copy of its deal with a foreign agency to run a secret operation out of this country.
Published: 1:50PM 25 April 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/515190/gcsb-refuses-to-release-details-of-spy-deal-to-protect-interests
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Entertainment Newsroom
Ellen DeGeneres says she was ‘kicked out’ of Hollywood after 2020 scandal
The comedian has made claims about the 2020 scandal that led to her career's demise.
Published: 3:26PM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/ellen-degeneres-says-she-was-kicked-out-of-hollywood-after-2020-scandal/NGZV5P7EXZDAVEGCSKV3FDCY6Y/

Mira Sorvino breaks silence after Harvey Weinstein’s New York convictions overturned
'Evil rears its ugly head but we are the army of light and will prevail.'
Published: 1:24PM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/mira-sorvino-breaks-silence-after-harvey-weinsteins-new-york-convictions-overturned/EJMVZUWKTZBD7JXSJNMA7STXLU/

Review: Niall Horan sings, dances and calls out ‘bullsh*t’ New Zealand claim
The former One Direction member brings boy band energy and radio hits to Spark Arena.
Published: 11:22AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/review-niall-horan-sings-dances-and-calls-out-bullsht-new-zealand-claim/OWL47UGFS5HMZAGMF4RTN2RQ64/

Why the Spice Girls reunion is being held up by Geri Horner
Plans are in 'chaos' after singer allegedly refused to film a documentary.
Published: 11:19AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/why-the-spice-girls-reunion-is-being-held-up-by-geri-horner/KXKB464QFRH7RCJ6RQPER43KCQ/

Johnny Flynn: ‘Ripley? It was my hardest job ever’
Times: The actor discusses the challenges of filming the latest Netflix hit TV show.
Published: 10:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/johnny-flynn-ripley-it-was-my-hardest-job-ever/NOQ2LCLQVBCQVHA4GEJXULKKPE/

Chris Parker will be the host with the most at the Comedy Gala - Spy
The Kiwi comedian will be 'bringing all the drama' on the night.
Published: 5:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/chris-parker-will-be-the-host-with-the-most-at-the-comedy-gala-spy/JF2DS23PZZG4RBVVHEO6X7YFOA/

RNZ host Ingrid Hipkiss reveals what’s next for her, reflects on Newshub closure
'The media landscape is changing, but I can’t see myself leaving.'
Published: 5:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/rnz-host-ingrid-hipkiss-reveals-whats-next-for-her-reflects-on-newshub-closure/4JOBK3WPTVETHLNR6K47R5AKMA/

Actor Emma Stone says she wants to be known by her real name
Oscar-winning star reveals that she prefers her given name to her showbiz one.
Published: 6:21PM 26 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/actor-emma-stone-says-she-wants-to-be-known-by-her-real-name/LP7SJ2ITJNCZHCLHSVPTUPVLHM/

Victoria Beckham on turning 50: ‘Ageing? It is what it is’
Times: The Spice Girl turned fashion designer on a milestone birthday.
Published: 6:00PM 26 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/victoria-beckham-on-turning-50-ageing-it-is-what-it-is/4TIGKI4G5NAETMTHFBIBGVP6SQ/

Matty Healy responds to songs on Taylor Swift’s new album said to be about him
Swift's ex has revealed his thoughts on her new album.
Published: 12:22PM 26 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/matty-healy-responds-to-songs-on-taylor-swifts-new-album-said-to-be-about-him/PCXD67XKZNH43A5M37GZ27VDFA/
Lifestyle Newsroom
What it’s really like to live with a stoma bag
Telegraph: After 20 years, Joanna Prance realised this was the solution she had to face.
Published: 3:00PM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/what-its-really-like-to-live-with-a-stoma-bag/XMLK6ODHL5D3RCK27HHWYJW3NY/

King Charles’ return will take pressure off Kate, Princess of Wales during cancer recovery
Charles’ resumption of public duties will help his daughter-in-law's cancer recovery.
Published: 1:12PM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/king-charles-return-will-take-pressure-off-kate-princess-of-wales-during-cancer-recovery/ALZVOQIC25B45I5HWXL4CE5D7A/

‘Karen’ who confronted teenage girl over miniskirt charged by police
A woman who threatened to call the cops over a youngster's mini skirt has been arrested.
Published: 12:30PM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/karen-confronts-teenage-girl-over-miniskirt-and-it-instantly-backfires/NOHJDVCFHZFWFOGYWBQIDEPMHE/

Annabel Langbein’s preserves recipes: Tomato sambal, pickled watermelon rind and peach chutney
Easy preserves to personalise your pantry, saving time and money.
Published: 12:00PM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/annabel-langbeins-preserves-recipes-tomato-sambal-pickled-watermelon-rind-and-peach-chutney/CO7UDLHYZNBHFNIBKEGG562J6Q/

Don’t vape if you want to have children, scientists tell women
A protein that is a useful proxy for determining fertility is affected by vaping.
Published: 11:22AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/dont-vape-if-you-want-to-have-children-scientists-tell-women/EF6LRFT44ZHJVJSOGFUAMUIMVM/

King Charles to resume public duties as doctors pleased with cancer treatment
King Charles has been undergoing treatment since February.
Published: 7:01AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/king-charles-to-resume-public-duties-as-doctors-pleased-with-cancer-treatment/TNPUBXVH7ZGSFIX7EID7ASALKQ/

Nine things to do in Auckland this weekend, from painting sessions to rock concerts
It's time to immerse yourself in Auckland's creative art scene.
Published: 5:00AM 27 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/nine-things-to-do-in-auckland-this-weekend-from-painting-sessions-to-rock-concerts/LCSIJP5KXJFXVMGK5WQI2CKQOQ/

What do weight-loss drugs mean for a diet industry built on eating less and exercising more?
Are drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy affecting the way we view food and exercise?
Published: 2:32PM 26 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/what-do-weight-loss-drugs-mean-for-a-diet-industry-built-on-eating-less-and-exercising-more/YY4QYENSIFFAPFSQOCFK3FUPVM/

King Charles’ funeral plans reportedly being updated after cancer diagnosis
Source says Charles is "really very unwell. More than they are letting on".
Published: 2:23PM 26 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/king-charles-funeral-plans-reportedly-being-updated-after-cancer-diagnosis/EE6JR2I2ENDUVLCTBLF2J5MXVQ/

When should you worry about acid reflux or heartburn?
It’s a common problem – but certain symptoms require further investigation.
Published: 12:21PM 26 April 2024
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/when-should-you-worry-about-acid-reflux-or-heartburn/PHQKM4PEOFBURB6KCESUTD4JWM/
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