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A very early Good Morning - Today is: Tuesday, 21 October 2025 05:00:29 NZDT
Current: 15.8°C, Max: 16.1°C, Min: 15.5°C. It feels like 13.6°C
FORECAST: Showers early, becoming a steady rain for the afternoon. Windy. High 19C. Winds WNW at 40 to 55 km/h. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall near 12mm. It feels like 13.6°C. A windproof and 3 clothing layers recommended.
Station Forecast: Rain at times, very unsettled | Sunrise: 06:21 | Sunset: 19:44 | Dawn: 05:53 | Dusk: 20:12
Weather Forecast
 Temperature : Current trend is Rising, changing by 0.1 °C/hr 15.8°C, 78%   Pressure : Current trend is Falling slowly, changing by -0.4 hPa/hr 1008.7hPa
Based upon today's weather there is a Low Fire Danger (restrictions may apply)
Fire Danger
Wind Speed :  WNW  Current wind speed is Gentle breeze (F3) from WNW (293°) 14km/h   Wind Gust : Current trend is Steady 44km/h
Air Quality :  3 AQI  0.8ug/m3   Rainfall : Current trend is Steady 0.0mm
Sun Light : 0Lux, 0.0hrs   Solar UV :  0.0UVI  0W/m2
Last weather station contact: Tuesday, 21 October 2025 at 05:00:17. Updated in seconds

 Weather Forecast
Today
Rain, Wind
19°C
Rain, Wind		 Tonight
Mostly Cloudy, Wind
12°C
Mostly Cloudy, Wind
Showers early, becoming a steady rain for the afternoon. Windy. High 19C. Winds WNW at 40 to 55 km/h. Chance of rain 100%. Rainfall near 12mm.
 Moon & Sun Forecast
Moon Phase: Waning Crescent       Day & Night Ratio Clock Graph
Moonrise
05:51
Moonset
19:31
Visibility
1% 		Sunrise
06:21
Sunset
19:44
Day Length
13.23 Hrs
Moon Phase: Waning Crescent
Sun Phase: Below Horizon
There will be 2min 33s more daylight tomorrow
 System Information
Station Is Online
Updated: 05:00:17 21/10/2025
System Up: 5 days 10 hours
Prgm Up: 5 days 10 hours
Hardware:WeatherDuino Pro2+
TX Power: Solar/Battery 13.22V
System Rollover: Midnight
Station Environment: Urban
Elevation: 23m (75ft)
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 +13:00(NZDT)


The Palmy Sun
Palmy Weather News presented in-conjunction with: Radio New Zealand, New Zealand Herald and Stuff
Tuesday, 21 October 2025
Day
293
Week
43
Latest Top 3 News Stories
1 of 3
Moeaia Tuai slavery and rape trial begins in Auckland High Court. Moeaia Tuai in the High Court at Auckland - he has been charged with 16 counts of sexual abuse, two counts of assault with a weapon and two counts of dealing in slaves. Photo / Jason Dorday Source: NZ Herald.
Moeaia Tuai in the High Court at Auckland - he has been charged with 16 counts of sexual abuse, two counts of assault with a weapon and two counts of dealing in s.... Source: NZ Herald
2 of 3
Black Caps v England result: New Zealand hammered in Christchurch as T20 series victory hopes dashed. Rachin Ravindra reacts to his dismissal against England in Christchurch. Photo / Photosport Source: NZ Herald.
Rachin Ravindra reacts to his dismissal against England in Christchurch. Photo / Photosport. Source: NZ Herald
3 of 3
Formula 1: Have Red Bull accidentally revealed future plans for Liam Lawson? - Opinion. Liam Lawson at the US Grand Prix. Photo / Red Bull Source: NZ Herald.
Liam Lawson at the US Grand Prix. Photo / Red Bull. Source: NZ Herald
  Moeaia Tuai slavery and rape trial begins in Auckland High Court
The Crown say Moeaia Tuai kept $78k in wages from one woman, made her take out a $7k loan.
Published: 7:00PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/crime/moeaia-tuai-slavery-and-rape-trial-begins-in-auckland-high-court/4FRWK3AFIJBOZHA4KDLOVXGBLQ/

 Black Caps v England result: New Zealand hammered in Christchurch as T20 series victory hopes dashed
New Zealand were second best in all three departments at Hagley Oval.
Published: 10:31PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/cricket/black-caps/black-caps-v-england-result-new-zealand-hammered-in-christchurch-as-t20-series-victory-hopes-dashed/PR6GZ7PJ5FFVZLADO4QZHWBWA4/

 Formula 1: Have Red Bull accidentally revealed future plans for Liam Lawson? - Opinion
Opinion: What we learned from the US Grand Prix.
Published: 1:01PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/motorsport/formula-1/formula-1-have-red-bull-accidentally-revealed-future-plans-for-liam-lawson-opinion/OVQH4ZMALFGA7JFEVO7EWHW7KI/
Manawatū Local Newsroom
Sister accused of defrauding brother out of $16k
Ngawai Patricia King denies stealing from her brother by fraudulently filling in forms to obtain more than $16,000 from his KiwiSaver.
Published: 5:00AM 21 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360859425/sister-accused-stealing-brothers-kiwisaver-funds

Massey building reaches end of life
The section of the Riddet Complex no longer meets building standards.
Published: 4:45AM 21 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360859352/massey-university-building-reaches-end-life

Ladies Rest in artistic focus for art prize recipient
Examining the history of an everyday convenience is to be the focus of a new $40,000 art prize designed to bring top artists to the region.
Published: 4:40PM 20 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360860070/ladies-rest-artistic-focus-art-prize-recipient

Have you seen Roxanne?
The 14-year-old went missing near Palmerston North central about 1pm on Friday.
Published: 3:25PM 20 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360859944/have-you-seen-roxanne

Increased voter turnout confirms new city council
Palmerston North had its highest voter turnout since 2010.
Published: 12:11PM 20 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360859350/increased-voter-turnout-confirms-new-city-council

Originair introduces direct flights from Palmerston North to Blenheim
The service comes just after Originair began flights between Blenheim and Christchurch, after competitor Sounds Air cut the route.
Published: 10:26AM 20 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360859495/originair-introduces-direct-flights-palmerston-north-blenheim

Police ‘urgently’ searching for man in Pahīatua homicide investigation
They think the public may have seen the man, Jeremy Robertson, near Tarawera Rd in Rotorua, where police found a car belonging to the woman found dead in Pahīatua last week.
Published: 10:00AM 20 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360859372/police-still-searching-man-pahiatua-homicide-investigation

Ghost Dog’s cultural melting pot
SOCIAL CINEMA: Jim Jarmusch deftly navigates a fusion of Italian mafia tropes and urban Black culture, with ancient Japanese tradition slicing through both sides.
Published: 9:49AM 20 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/culture/360859442/social-cinema-ghost-dogs-cultural-melting-pot

Inland Revenue seeks to liquidate award-winning butchery
The Department of Inland Revenue has signalled its intention to file liquidation proceedings against Moreish, a former Manawatū success story that was flying high, winning national awards only two years ago.
Published: 5:00AM 20 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360853771/ird-seeks-liquidate-award-winning-butchery

Challenging but successful: 30th Targa Rally done and dusted
Even faced with wild weather and a few challenges, participants of the 30th Targa Rally still had a great time competing, the rally’s event director said.
Published: 4:11PM 19 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360859115/challenging-successful-30th-targa-rally-done-and-dusted

One dead, three injured after serious crash in Feilding
Emergency services were called to Halcombe Rd near Mt Taylor Drive around 2.30pm on Saturday where one person died and three others were injured.
Published: 10:28AM 19 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360858958/one-dead-three-injured-after-serious-crash-feilding

21-year-old Māori-Tongan rangatahi secures council seat in rural Tararua
Keshaan Te Waaka, 21, has secured the Tamaki nui-a-rua Māori ward at the Tararua District Council, unseating incumbent Naioma Chase in a close race.
Published: 10:00AM 19 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360858979/21-year-old-maori-tongan-rangatahi-secures-council-seat-rural-tararua

‘Our community has matured’
Though wounded from the looming loss of Manawatū District Council’s Māori ward, Bridget Bell has taken hope and joy from a campaign trail starkly different to the one that confronted her three years ago.
Published: 5:15AM 18 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360857699/our-community-has-matured-solace-and-hope-mana-whenua-representation

Tararua's new mayor Scott Gilmore shares first messages with district
OPINION: New Tararua Mayor takes the opportunity to thank the outgoing mayor and look ahead to the future.
Published: 5:00AM 18 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360857052/mayoral-column-tararuas-new-mayor-scott-gilmore-sets-scene

Players and coaches need comforting whispers from today's sports psychologists
Opinion: The current netball player uprising shows performance psychologists, once the ugly ducklings of sports science, are needed more than ever.
Published: 4:30AM 18 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360856306/players-and-coaches-need-comforting-whispers-todays-sports-psychologists

Kosy: The little theatre with the big history
When studying old buildings we view many as historic. One quietly slipped under the radar, a movie theatre once known by insulting names such as “fleapit”.
Published: 4:00AM 18 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360857325/back-issues-little-theatre-big-history

The small North Island school that has won four consecutive national rugby titles
A triple international coaches the team that has made a habit of beating schools with rolls 10 times larger than theirs.
Published: 4:00AM 18 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/sport/360858336/secret-manukuras-unprecedented-run-girls-first-xv-titles

‘No other choice’: Protest action for career firefighters
More than 2000 unionised firefighters have walked off the job in what they say is a last resort to fixing poor conditions and pay.
Published: 6:00PM 17 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360853082/no-other-choice-protest-action-career-firefighters

Little change as councils finalise election results
Three councils in the wider region had an increase in voting numbers, but others still had to finalise the special votes.
Published: 4:53PM 17 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360857860/little-change-some-councils-finalise-election-results

‘Jinkies!’ Beloved cartoon van inspires new Buzz
It you’ve got a Scooby-Doo-worthy caper to solve, a Palmerston North car dealer has got the wheels for you.
Published: 11:00AM 17 October 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360856800/jinkies-beloved-cartoon-van-inspires-new-buzz
New Zealand Newsroom
Firefighters battle blaze on Wellington's Tory St
A fire investigator is at the scene of a blaze that's caused disruption in central Wellington.
Published: 11:50PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576473/firefighters-battle-blaze-on-wellington-s-tory-st

Several emergency call-outs hours before severe weather warning kicked in
High winds have been wreaking havoc in some parts of both islands thoughout the day.
Published: 11:39PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576474/several-emergency-call-outs-hours-before-severe-weather-warning-kicked-in

Upper Hutt film studio goes up for sale
The film studio is looking for a new owner, despite housing several large scale productions.
Published: 8:23PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576458/upper-hutt-film-studio-goes-up-for-sale

The question of freezing eggs from a migrant perspective
"For the longest time, I was hoping and expecting it to happen organically and now it feels like intervention is required."
Published: 8:55PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/relationships/family/the-question-of-freezing-eggs-from-a-migrant-perspective

'You're gonna have rubbish everywhere else' - halving collections not popular with some residents
Moving from weekly to fortnightly rubbish collection is an idea that some Aucklanders want to see binned before it has even begun.
Published: 8:23PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576466/you-re-gonna-have-rubbish-everywhere-else-halving-collections-not-popular-with-some-residents

'Controlling them as if they were his property' - slavery trial starts
Moeaia Tuai is on trial accused of controlling two young people, keeping their passports and pay, sexual violation and assault.
Published: 5:30PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576451/controlling-them-as-if-they-were-his-property-slavery-trial-starts

Greater Wellington council wants people to stop adopting possums as pets
The Greater Wellington council says the marsupials pose a serious threat to native birds and plants.
Published: 8:11PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576465/greater-wellington-council-wants-people-to-stop-adopting-possums-as-pets

Council candidate alleges fellow candidate behind online attacks
A local election candidate claims a rival competitor created fake social media accounts to attack him and other candidates.
Published: 7:33PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576463/council-candidate-alleges-fellow-candidate-behind-online-attacks

Young people speak about the pain and challenge of not finding work
Two Taranaki job hunters speak about their frustration at doing everything they can to find work, but remaining without a job for months.
Published: 9:05PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576469/young-people-speak-about-the-pain-and-challenge-of-not-finding-work

Parents offered uniforms, stationery if children attend school regularly
Parents at a Christchurch school are being offered financial incentives if their children meet attendance targets.
Published: 7:14PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576459/parents-offered-uniforms-stationery-if-children-attend-school-regularly

Hauraki marine protection law creates 'dangerous precedent' - recreational fishers
A recreational fishing advocacy group has accused the government of creating exclusive zones for commercial fishing with a new marine protection law.
Published: 4:01PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576441/hauraki-marine-protection-law-creates-dangerous-precedent-recreational-fishers

Whakaari inquest: Communications were 'chaotic' after eruption, says police officer
Police had no access to marine radio, and staff were deployed to the offices of Whakatane Coastguards and White Island Tours to get information.
Published: 10:12PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576462/whakaari-inquest-communications-were-chaotic-after-eruption-says-police-officer

Ruapehu communities cut off by floods, damage, now accessible
Access has been restored to communities in Ruapehu District who were isolated by flooding and storm damage.
Published: 7:26PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576461/ruapehu-communities-cut-off-by-floods-damage-now-accessible

New measles case spent hours in Auckland City Hospital while infectious
The person was at Auckland City Hospital's emergency department for nearly 10 hours on Friday, but Health NZ says there is a low risk of spread to the community.
Published: 6:13PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576455/new-measles-case-spent-hours-in-auckland-city-hospital-while-infectious

Corrections van breaks down, inmates stranded for hours
A prisoner escort vehicle broke down last week while carrying four inmates, who had to wait two and a half hours for a replacement vehicle.
Published: 5:57PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576453/corrections-van-breaks-down-inmates-stranded-for-hours

Power outages, flights canned as strong wind and rain hit
A rough night lies ahead as further win and rain looms for many rainsoaked areas in the South Island..
Published: 7:14PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576429/power-outages-flights-canned-as-strong-wind-and-rain-hit
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Global Newsroom
Pollution spikes with days of fireworks set off to mark Diwali in New Delhi
Fireworks for Diwali have worsened the haze despite restrictions on their use.
Published: 6:32PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/pollution-spikes-with-days-of-fireworks-set-off-to-mark-diwali-in-new-delhi/F4FDXJLO7JEHHPZUPNGSTIA2I4/

Explainer: Where the Israel-Hamas ceasefire stands after deadly strikes and disputes
New York Times: Dozens of Palestinians were killed, but both sides say the truce remains.
Published: 4:54PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/explainer-where-the-israel-hamas-ceasefire-stands-after-deadly-strikes-and-disputes/3GOXQ4WXCRBLZFCLZJCPHYGBEA/

Sarah Ferguson and princesses ‘visited Epstein after he left prison’
Paedophile financier said the Royals were ‘the first to celebrate my release’.
Published: 4:14PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/sarah-ferguson-and-princesses-visited-epstein-after-he-left-prison/KDY2GJTKTFDXRFR455M3I2LELE/

Two killed as cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway into sea
The cargo jet had arrived from the United Arab Emirates before dawn.
Published: 3:21PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/two-killed-as-cargo-plane-skids-off-hong-kong-runway-into-sea/3I2WQU6M6RGC5PKX6LLNJE2YQU/

Bolivia elects centre-right president, ending two decades of socialism
The 58-year-old says his 'capitalism for all' plan will revive the economy.
Published: 2:17PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/bolivia-elects-centre-right-president-ending-two-decades-of-socialism/K5ZK3EFW3BASJDZX5LQ2OYZILY/

Donald Trump shares AI ‘King Trump’ video amid nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests
Clip shows Trump bombing protesters with brown liquid as ‘King Trump’ blares on screen.
Published: 12:53PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/donald-trump-shares-ai-king-trump-video-amid-nationwide-no-kings-protests/5MGXYC7DWRHRZEZLNY2PC4MQZU/

In just seven minutes, thieves stole invaluable historical jewels. Will they ever be recovered?
Nine Napoleonic-era jewels, including the Emerald Parure, were taken in minutes.
Published: 12:33PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/in-just-seven-minutes-thieves-stole-invaluable-historical-jewels-will-they-ever-be-recovered/LRRBWBG5FRAP3B5GUFPXH7QJ4M/

Australian minerals, submarines on the agenda as Albanese goes to Washington
Australia is selling itself to Washington as a future source of rare earth metals.
Published: 11:51AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/australian-minerals-submarines-on-the-agenda-as-albanese-goes-to-washington/AJTOQYDZXRD6TDPBZJ63XCCSPA/

Disgraced French ex-president insists he is ‘not afraid of prison’ and will write book behind bars
The 70-year-old will serve his sentence in solitary at Paris’s La Sante prison.
Published: 10:44AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/disgraced-french-ex-president-insists-he-is-not-afraid-of-prison-and-will-write-book-behind-bars/SKGMJGZJ3NHBTOFOJUKBQGUIRM/

Trump told Zelenskyy to surrender Donetsk or face ‘destruction’, reports say
Trump told Volodymyr Zelenskyy Putin would ‘destroy’ Ukraine without a deal.
Published: 10:41AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/trump-told-zelenskyy-to-surrender-donetsk-or-face-destruction-reports-say/PL3B3B3TQREJTPREHRMJ33V6B4/
Sports Newsroom
Cricket live updates: Black Caps v England - second T20 international
It was a mammoth task for the Black Caps they looked to take a series lead at Christchurch's Hagley Oval.
Published: 4:11AM 21 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576460/cricket-live-updates-black-caps-v-england-second-t20-international

Rugby: Otago's golden NPC era
Otago finished the 1998 season with 598 points, still a record for an NPC season.
Published: 8:12PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576464/rugby-otago-s-golden-npc-era

Kiwi combination place second at prestigious Maryland 5* equestrian event
Monica Spencer and Artist placed second in equestrian's prestigious Maryland 5 Star event in the United States this morning.
Published: 3:21PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576439/kiwi-combination-place-second-at-prestigious-maryland-5-equestrian-event

Devon Biggs races to 10km gold at para-cycling world champs
New Zealand finally bag their gold medal on the final day of the para-cycling world championships as Devon Biggs powers past his rivals.
Published: 11:58AM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576415/devon-biggs-races-to-10km-gold-at-para-cycling-world-champs

Kane Williamson back in Black Caps for England ODIs
Batting great Kane Williamson will play his first match for the Black Caps in more than seven months.
Published: 6:31AM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576376/kane-williamson-back-in-black-caps-for-england-odis

Australia confident injured Pat Cummins will feature strongly in Ashes
Cummins is recovering from a back stress injury and has yet to resume bowling.
Published: 8:15AM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576390/australia-confident-injured-pat-cummins-will-feature-strongly-in-ashes

League: Booed on home turf, Kiwis channel hostile reception
The crowd was firmly in Toa Samoa's corner against the Kiwis in Auckland.
Published: 6:01AM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576373/league-booed-on-home-turf-kiwis-channel-hostile-reception

League - Ferns skipper on Mele's match-winner: 'She's lethal'
The Kiwi Ferns staged an incredible second half comeback against Fetu Samoa.
Published: 10:56PM 19 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576365/league-ferns-skipper-on-mele-s-match-winner-she-s-lethal

League: Jahream Bula scores four tries as Fiji's Bati defeat Cook Islands
Fiji scored a total of eight tries in their opening Pacific Championships Bowl rugby league clash.
Published: 10:23PM 18 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/international/pacific-news/576320/league-jahream-bula-scores-four-tries-as-fiji-s-bati-defeat-cook-islands

Rugby league live updates: NZ Kiwis v Toa Samoa
The Pacific Islanders had their chances to snatch a historic victory, but could not hold the ball when it mattered.
Published: 8:38PM 19 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576355/rugby-league-live-updates-nz-kiwis-v-toa-samoa

Rugby league live updates: Kiwi Ferns v Fetu Samoa
The NZ women trailled by 20 points at halftime, but wore their opponents down after the break.
Published: 5:49PM 19 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576353/rugby-league-live-updates-kiwi-ferns-v-fetu-samoa

NZ Breakers lose to ANBL leaders Melbourne United
American Izaiah Brockington topped the scoring with 25 points
Published: 7:58PM 19 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/576360/nz-breakers-lose-to-anbl-leaders-melbourne-united
News In Pictures
 ‘Not what I wanted’: Oscar Piastri is out of form and looking over his shoulder. Source: Stuff.
‘Not what I wanted’: Oscar
Piastri is out of form and
looking over his shoulder.
Source: Stuff
Published: 4:00AM 21/10/2025		 Minister says teacher strikes will impact exams. Teachers disagree. What’s the deal?. Source: Stuff.
Minister says teacher strikes
will impact exams. Teachers
disagree. What’s the deal?.
Source: Stuff
Published: 4:00AM 21/10/2025		 Can you out-run inflation? How much you need to put into your KiwiSaver – and where should you put it. Source: Stuff.
Can you out-run inflation? How
much you need to put into your
KiwiSaver – and where should
you put it.
Source: Stuff
Published: 4:00AM 21/10/2025		 The cost-of-living crisis laid bare as seniors queue for charity kai. Source: Stuff.
The cost-of-living crisis laid
bare as seniors queue for
charity kai.
Source: Stuff
Published: 4:00AM 21/10/2025		 Desperate mother says she is ‘not blind enough, not poor enough’ to get help. Source: Stuff.
Desperate mother says she is
‘not blind enough, not poor
enough’ to get help.
Source: Stuff
Published: 4:00AM 21/10/2025		 Billed $2200 with no warning: Debt collectors put on to grandmother who refused to pay. Source: Stuff.
Billed $2200 with no warning:
Debt collectors put on to
grandmother who refused to pay.
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Published: 4:00AM 21/10/2025		 US officials arrive in Israel to shore up Gaza ceasefire after major flareup. Source: Stuff.
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Business Newsroom
NZ sharemarket up 0.4% despite inflation report - Market close
The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 13,344.96, up 55.75 points or 0.42%.
Published: 6:22PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/markets/shares/nz-sharemarket-up-04-despite-inflation-report-market-close/56S5VQOFYJBZVOO7ZE27NMSORQ/

Labour’s economic policy really about cornering National on asset sales – Jenée Tibshraeny
Can National shift the conversation from asset sales to asset recycling?
Published: 6:04PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/economy/employment/labours-economic-policy-really-about-cornering-national-on-asset-sales-jenee-tibshraeny/REDOYUB7GVFBTNOALMHEOGBN4Q/

Apple’s NZ operation returns to growth in a recession-hit market
Treaty means tech giant pays tax across the Tasman, accounts indicate.
Published: 4:00PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/apples-nz-operation-returns-to-growth-in-a-recession-hit-market/HJAAXAW6S5BH3BCZWPY7XRI3JU/

Two killed as cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway into sea
The cargo jet had arrived from the United Arab Emirates before dawn.
Published: 3:21PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/two-killed-as-cargo-plane-skids-off-hong-kong-runway-into-sea/3I2WQU6M6RGC5PKX6LLNJE2YQU/

Inflation has peaked: Why economists believe the worst is behind us
Core inflation shouldn't trouble the Reserve Bank, economists say.
Published: 2:30PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/inflation-has-peaked-why-economists-believe-the-worst-is-behind-us/3KGZBJA6GVHZ7IWLSWXVZFGPNE/

Honey NZ’s Mānuka Phuel plans international push after rapid local growth
It took just seven months for Alex McDonald to take Mānuka Phuel from idea to can.
Published: 2:00PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/small-business/honey-nzs-manuka-phuel-plans-international-push-after-rapid-local-growth/6H3YB4YK4JFFPCN57NFFJC436E/

New Zealand ranks among world’s top five wealthiest countries per capita in rich list report
The majority of New Zealanders' wealth comes from real estate.
Published: 11:48AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/new-zealand-ranks-among-worlds-top-five-wealthiest-countries-per-capita-in-rich-list-report/MX2QDDZWXFBBNF3NT5734XTW3E/

Inflation hits 3% as consumers suffer largest power price spike since 1989
Inflation is now at the highest level in more than a year
Published: 10:53AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/inflation-hits-3-power-and-rates-do-the-damage/QX5SZVNWABCXZPBNMG2XE4JSVE/

Media Insider: Advertising industry shake-up - independent agency Bastion Shine poaches six key staff from VML
The move targets one of NZ's best creative agencies ahead of several Government tenders.
Published: 10:22AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-advertising-industry-shake-up-independent-agency-bastion-shine-poaches-six-key-staff-from-vml/DNZFDWU32NBQHGWGJ5TBDSAJWI/

Auckland restaurant Sidart owes former owner almost $1m after going into liquidation
The award-winning restaurant closed its doors last week.
Published: 10:09AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/auckland-restaurant-sidart-owes-former-owner-almost-1m-after-going-into-liquidation/KU65MHJQC5HXPLYPWEK2E23S44/
Politics Newsroom
Watch: Christopher Luxon on $515m spend-up for new roads
The government will spend more than half a billion dollars buying properties for its Roads of National Significance.
Published: 5:55PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576442/watch-christopher-luxon-on-515m-spend-up-for-new-roads

Tai Tokerau budget 'not ever been overspent' - Mariameno Kapa-Kingi
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi says she has taken "some time" to decide how to respond to the claims by Te Pāti Māori's leadership.
Published: 6:16PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576445/tai-tokerau-budget-not-ever-been-overspent-mariameno-kapa-kingi

Labour announces 'Future Fund' as first key election policy
The $200 million fund comes ahead of the party's highly-anticipated tax policy, expected this month.
Published: 2:58PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576428/labour-announces-future-fund-as-first-key-election-policy

Greens accuse government of 'clownish' smear campaign over mega strike
The party has savaged the government's response to the looming mega-strike.
Published: 12:09PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576417/greens-accuse-government-of-clownish-smear-campaign-over-mega-strike

Sam Broughton steps down as president of Local Government New Zealand
It comes after a landslide loss in the Selwyn District mayoralty race.
Published: 4:51PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576448/sam-broughton-steps-down-as-president-of-local-government-new-zealand

Public will back workers on 'mega strike' - Labour Party
The Prime Minister is doubling down on claims striking unions are "politically motivated" and says kids will be "massively impacted".
Published: 9:12AM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576367/public-will-back-workers-on-mega-strike-labour-party

Government compromises on consumer finance law change
The amendment included a retrospective fix that would see banks avoid a blanket penalty over disclosure breaches between 2015 and 2019.
Published: 1:26PM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576430/government-compromises-on-consumer-finance-law-change

New Zealand Performance Academy for sports announced as latest charter school
New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa will be based in Upper Hutt and is set to open early next year.
Published: 10:23AM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576398/new-zealand-performance-academy-for-sports-announced-as-latest-charter-school

Inflation still lower than under Labour, Christopher Luxon says
The prime minister says inflation may bounce around the 3 percent target rate.
Published: 10:50AM 20 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576394/inflation-still-lower-than-under-labour-christopher-luxon-says

New benefit sanctions will help beneficiaries find jobs, says Social Development Minister Louise Upston
Those failing an obligation for the first time will either have to do job-search activities or attend employment-related training courses.
Published: 6:30PM 19 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576356/new-benefit-sanctions-will-help-beneficiaries-find-jobs-says-social-development-minister-louise-upston

Public Service Minister Judith Collins lashes out at unions for 'politically motivated' strikes
An open letter by the Public Service Minister claims the teachers' union put Palestine ahead of students on an agenda list.
Published: 7:44PM 19 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576359/public-service-minister-judith-collins-lashes-out-at-unions-for-politically-motivated-strikes

Moe mai rā, Jim Bolger: MPs farewell the 'great helmsman'
On Thursday, Parliament's usual agenda was set aside, as MPs lamented the death of Jim Bolger, Prime Minister of New Zealand from 1990-97.
Published: 9:29AM 19 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576339/moe-mai-ra-jim-bolger-mps-farewell-the-great-helmsman

Defence MinisterJudith Collins visits Central Intelligence Agency headquarters
Judith Collins has met with the CIA director and held discussions, during a trip to Washington DC.
Published: 5:51PM 18 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/576309/defence-ministerjudith-collins-visits-central-intelligence-agency-headquarters

21-year-old Māori-Tongan rangatahi secures council seat in rural Tararua
Keshaan Te Waaka will sit on the Tararua District Council for the next three years and is already looking ahead.
Published: 2:24PM 18 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/576302/21-year-old-maori-tongan-rangatahi-secures-council-seat-in-rural-tararua

Inside NZ's 'hectic day' after US President Donald Trump's tariff shock
Official documents show the degree of alarm raised in the hours after the US president dropped his bombshell.
Published: 8:38AM 18 October 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/576265/inside-nz-s-hectic-day-after-us-president-donald-trump-s-tariff-shock
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Entertainment Newsroom
Ryan Adams says Auckland concert may be final show outside US after turbulent NZ tour
Fans at his New Zealand gigs described erratic rants and worrying behaviour.
Published: 2:59PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/ryan-adams-says-auckland-concert-may-be-final-show-outside-us-after-turbulent-nz-tour/7BTZQJIQG5HCDIXW2GYR7RQESA/

Jennifer Lopez’s ex accuses her of cheating and choosing fame over their marriage
The claims follow Lopez saying she had never been truly loved.
Published: 2:35PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/jennifer-lopezs-ex-accuses-her-of-cheating-and-choosing-fame-over-their-marriage/H34UXLJZGNED7O37XY26SX53HM/

Fat Freddy’s Drop announce 2026 world tour dedicated to Chris ‘Mu’ Faiumu
The tour honours late founder Chris 'Mu' Faiumu, who died in July, aged 57.
Published: 10:00AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/fat-freddys-drop-announce-2026-world-tour-dedicated-to-chris-mu-faiumu/SN6AUGPC75E4JDIMXF26JBGARU/

Radio’s Sam Wallace opens up on hair transplant journey and confidence boost
'Oh, my hair’s fallen out. Why not get it fixed?'
Published: 8:00AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/radios-sam-wallace-opens-up-on-hair-transplant-journey-and-confidence-boost/PBRDLDCUVVCSFLYXVTKRPMGQYM/

Kim Kardashian would like to know the price of milk
She also couldn't tell you how much she spends on glam, reckons it's probably a million.
Published: 7:26AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/kim-kardashian-would-like-to-know-the-price-of-milk/A34PFZOTBVH3PNYMC6CJW7JUMA/

Auckland Philharmonia thrill with Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique concert – William Dart
REVIEW: Pierre Bleuse shaped Berlioz' Symphonie Fantastique with electrifying clarity.
Published: 5:00AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/auckland-philharmonia-thrills-with-berliozs-symphonie-fantastique-concert-william-dart/P33YKKE42FE6HLWKATXZVKTOMM/

Sam Rivers death: Limp Bizkit mourn bassist they call their ‘heartbeat’
Rivers rejoined Limp Bizkit in 2018 after recovering from a liver transplant.
Published: 6:48PM 19 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/sam-rivers-death-limp-bizkit-mourn-bassist-they-call-their-heartbeat/P72FL3I5GJFVZBTKQFJYZCKHMI/

Keith Urban’s comic reaction to fan’s familiar first name amidst Nicole Kidman split
The quip was one of his first public nods to his split from Nicole Kidman.
Published: 5:53PM 19 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/keith-urbans-comic-reaction-to-fans-familiar-first-name-amidst-nicole-kidman-split/PSACAGAATVHGJPCA4M6B2RHHOY/

Michael Clarke matches with girlfriend Arabella Sherborne at Sydney race day
Michael Clarke stepped out with Arabella Sherbourne at Sydney's TAB Everest Day.
Published: 12:46PM 19 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/michael-clarke-matches-with-girlfriend-arabella-sherborne-at-sydney-race-day/G5GE5ZNLNZCINK2Q3TCKBWSPUI/

Lady Annabel Goldsmith dies aged 91
The former society hostess was a key figure in the swinging Sixties.
Published: 9:30AM 19 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/lady-annabel-goldsmith-dies-aged-91/6TADW3NEJJBNVOKGFSFOTT3WDE/
Lifestyle Newsroom
Luxury apartments hit the market in Dame Trelise Cooper’s block
Celebrated fashion designer tells OneRoof her own pad is no longer for sale.
Published: 6:00PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/luxury-apartments-hit-the-market-in-dame-trelise-coopers-block/QX5Q7MC2PVDKJO3KISORSPOWWU/

Six surprising foods to help you sleep, from turkey to kiwifruit
Telegraph: Research suggests foods rich in dietary tryptophan and melatonin can aid sleep.
Published: 6:00PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/six-surprising-foods-to-help-you-sleep-from-turkey-to-kiwifruit/2DGYTFJWDVGNRKUM376C5I6DQA/

30 under 30: Meet the Kiwi TikTok stars shaping culture online
From food hacks to fashion, these young Kiwi creators are taking NZ to the world.
Published: 2:00PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/30-under-30-meet-the-kiwi-tiktok-stars-shaping-culture-online/2Q2CBUDZOVBARBXAJBGFYO4OTE/

Shortages, smoothies and fraud: The matcha market cracks under pressure
New York Times: Can the popular drink survive its own popularity?
Published: 1:00PM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/shortages-smoothies-and-fraud-the-matcha-market-cracks-under-pressure/2QPTAJXALJC23HF3T2UDOXKNDY/

Radio’s Sam Wallace opens up on hair transplant journey and confidence boost
'Oh, my hair’s fallen out. Why not get it fixed?'
Published: 8:00AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/radios-sam-wallace-opens-up-on-hair-transplant-journey-and-confidence-boost/PBRDLDCUVVCSFLYXVTKRPMGQYM/

Prince Andrew facing police investigation over Giuffre smear claims
A leaked email shows Prince Andrew shared Virginia Giuffre’s private data.
Published: 7:52AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/prince-andrew-facing-police-investigation-over-giuffre-smear-claims/2EKVPOVJBBDYNICI22DHV6KQUM/

Why skipping breakfast is bad for your heart health
Telegraph: Evidence suggests that when we eat may be just as important as what we eat,.
Published: 6:00AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/why-skipping-breakfast-is-bad-for-your-heart-health/GA54SG5N7RBIHDYVF2ZRHGCQPM/

Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson will follow in Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson’s footsteps
The controversy-mired pair have lost friends, income streams and their titles.
Published: 5:00AM 20 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/prince-andrew-and-sarah-ferguson-will-follow-in-edward-viii-and-wallis-simpsons-footsteps/RTFLOBWNFZCMFN4PS4IO4SARVA/

For Prince Andrew, a steady fall from grace ends in a hard landing
Prince Andrew's move follows fresh claims in Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir.
Published: 6:06PM 19 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/for-prince-andrew-a-steady-fall-from-grace-ends-in-a-hard-landing/N2IH5AD3DRCHNKIID7A3IBKB7U/

Is ‘inflammaging’ part of getting older? Here’s what experts say
Washington Post: How lifestyle and biology shape the inflammation of ageing.
Published: 6:00PM 19 October 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/is-inflammaging-part-of-getting-older-heres-what-experts-say/DAT64EAWXRECNPUAJBJOMSMP5E/
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