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A very early Good Morning - Today is: Tuesday, 21 January 2025 05:52:01 NZDT
Current: 14.0°C, Max: 15.8°C, Min: 13.9°C. It feels like 14.3°C
FORECAST: Clouds and some sun this morning with more clouds for this afternoon. High 26C. Winds E at 15 to 30 km/h. It feels like 14.3°C. 2 clothing layers recommended.
Station Forecast: Rain at times, very unsettled | Sunrise: 06:12 | Sunset: 20:45 | Dawn: 05:41 | Dusk: 21:17
Weather Forecast
 Temperature : Current trend is Falling, changing by -0.3 °C/hr 14.0°C, 87%   Pressure : Current trend is Falling slowly, changing by -0.2 hPa/hr 1010.0hPa
Based upon today's weather there is a Moderate Fire Danger (restrictions may apply)
Fire Danger
Wind Speed :  NE  Current wind speed is Light air (F1) from NE (53°) 1km/h   Wind Gust : Current trend is Rising 5km/h
Air Quality :  0 AQI  0ug/m3   Rainfall : Current trend is Steady 0.0mm
Sun Light : 0Lux, 0.1hrs   Solar UV :  0.0UVI  0W/m2
Last weather station contact: Tuesday, 21 January 2025 at 05:51:54. Updated in seconds

 Weather Warnings
No WarningsNo current weather
station warnings
Rain Information15 Consecutive days of no rain
 Weather Forecast
Today
Partly Cloudy
26°C
Partly Cloudy		 Tonight
Partly Cloudy
15°C
Partly Cloudy
Clouds and some sun this morning with more clouds for this afternoon. High 26C. Winds E at 15 to 30 km/h.
Chance of Rain: 3%
 Moon & Sun Forecast
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous       Day & Night Ratio Clock Graph
Moonrise
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Moonset
13:09
Visability
61% 		Sunrise
06:12
Sunset
20:45
Day Length
14.33 Hrs
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Sun Phase: Is Rising
There will be 1min 51s less daylight tomorrow
 System Information
Station Is Online
Updated: 05:51:54 21/01/2025
System Up: 1 days 12 hours
Prgm Up: 1 days 12 hours
Hardware:WeatherDuino Pro2+
TX Power: Solar/Battery 13.20V
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 January 2025
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Latest Top 3 News Stories
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Trump Inauguration live updates: Trump to be sworn in as US President, promises a raft of executive orders for day one. The Village People perform during a rally with US President-elect Donald Trump (left) at Capital One Arena ahead of the 60th presidential inauguration in Washington, DC. Photo / Getty Images. Source: NZ Herald.
The Village People perform during a rally with US President-elect Donald Trump (left) at Capital One Arena ahead of the 60th presidential inauguration in Washington, DC. Photo / Getty Images.
Source: NZ Herald.
2/3
Pro kiteboarder saves swimmer in trouble at Mangawhai Estuary. Kite-boarder Marc Jacobs rescued a swimmer who had got into difficulty in the estuary mouth on Friday. Photo / Geoff Short. Source: NZ Herald.
Kite-boarder Marc Jacobs rescued a swimmer who had got into difficulty in the estuary mouth on Friday. Photo / Geoff Short.
Source: NZ Herald.
3/3
Media Insider: 25 of the pickiest and most peculiar complaints about NZ advertisements in the past 12 months. A complainant suggested this Kiwibank ad – featuring togs in a suburban street – was sexual harassment.. Source: NZ Herald.
A complainant suggested this Kiwibank ad – featuring togs in a suburban street – was sexual harassment..
Source: NZ Herald.
  Trump Inauguration live updates: Trump to be sworn in as US President, promises a raft of executive orders for day one
Trump has vowed to move big and fast when he returns to the White House.
Published: 5:00AM 21 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/trump-inauguration-live-updates-trump-to-be-sworn-in-as-us-president-promises-a-raft-of-executive-orders-for-day-one/INWAFNO6CJBCTEZGYYRZ6DHDUY/

 Pro kiteboarder saves swimmer in trouble at Mangawhai Estuary
The young man got lucky when Marc Jacobs spotted him struggling to keep afloat.
Published: 5:00AM 21 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/northern-advocate/news/pro-kiteboarder-saves-swimmer-in-trouble-at-mangawhai-estuary/XREJALPFVBFPNPKSZBNB54FLE4/

 Media Insider: 25 of the pickiest and most peculiar complaints about NZ advertisements in the past 12 months
Hundreds of ad complaints, some bizarre. 'I am not prudish or trying to be a Karen.'
Published: 5:48AM 21 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-25-of-the-pickiest-and-most-peculiar-complaints-about-nz-advertisements-in-the-past-12-months/WLTGDAEX7FEZXF2YRTKFB3A5ZM/
Manawatū Local Newsroom
Why are NZ’s rescue helicopters not fully funded by the Government?
Why must something so important rely on sponsorship and donations in order to keep operating? Explainer Editor Lloyd Burr finds some answers.
Published: 5:00AM 21 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360553852/why-are-nzs-rescue-helicopters-not-fully-funded-government

The regions to be in if you want to find a job
It was a tough year for job hunters last year with job advertisements down 22% compared to the year before.
Published: 5:00AM 21 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/360550915/regions-be-if-you-want-find-job

Company accused of forging customer’s signatures on loan contracts worth over $700k
Neville Rodgers says he took out loans on the understanding they were on fixed rates, but later discovered they were floating and the contracts were allegedly signed by someone else.
Published: 5:00AM 17 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360540290/udc-finance-accused-forging-contractors-signatures-loan-agreements

‘Passionate’ former motorbike club president killed in crash
Mark Macaulay, 68, died in a crash in Bunnythorpe near Palmerston North on Sunday.
Published: 7:02PM 15 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360549261/man-who-died-after-crash-involving-car-and-motorbike-near-palmerston-north-named

Police name motorcyclist killed in Palmerston North crash
He was 50-year-old Paul Campbell of Hokowhitu.
Published: 3:53PM 15 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360549121/police-name-motorcyclist-killed-palmerston-north-crash

Three generations united in moko: A journey towards ‘completeness’
For Kirsten Crawford, the journey to receiving her moko kauae has been one of identity, connection, and the feeling of “becoming complete”.
Published: 9:21AM 13 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/te-ao-maori/360545940/three-generations-united-moko-journey-toward-completeness

One person dead after crash involving car and motorbike near Palmerston North
Colyton Rd in Bunnythorpe remains closed while the crash is investigated, police said.
Published: 5:11PM 12 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360545719/road-closed-after-serious-crash-bunnythorpe-near-palmerston-north

Desert Rd SH1 now closed for two months
The two-month closure is for the section of SH1 “in one of the worst conditions in the Waikato region”.
Published: 8:44PM 11 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/360510037/why-desert-road-being-closed-half-summer-and-early-spring

Motorcycle crash victim dies in hospital
The rider was taken to hospital in a critical condition on Monday but police say he has since died.
Published: 5:19PM 10 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360545001/motorcycle-crash-victim-dies-hospital

Man accused of attack on public bus remanded in custody
A gang member accused of smashing a bus windscreen with a hatchet to get to three passengers on board faces 25 charges.
Published: 4:25PM 10 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360544332/mobster-accused-attack-public-bus-remanded-custody

‘Heartbreaking’: Kiwi soldier named as South Taranaki crash victim
A 20-year-old has been remembered after he died in a crash on State Highway 3 near Mokoia on Sunday.
Published: 3:56PM 09 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360543800/kiwi-soldier-named-south-taranaki-crash-victim

Greyhound NZ track employee banned after allegedly sending unsolicited genital pictures
One of the complainants said the man had sent her 60 to 70 pictures of his genitals
Published: 5:00AM 09 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360539091/greyhound-nz-track-employee-banned-18-months-after-allegedly-sending-pictures-his-genitals-young

Tramper missing overnight in Tararua Forest Park found
Police say the woman was reported missing on Tuesday evening.
Published: 6:24PM 08 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360542906/person-rescued-bush-tararua-forest-park

Pahīatua’s dazzling sunflower field up for sale
The field that “put the community on the map” is up for sale, 130,000 sunflowers each year included.
Published: 5:00AM 08 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/home-property/360541415/pahiatuas-dazzling-sunflower-field-sale

Police name woman and toddler killed in Mangaweka crash
They were 2-year-old Agambir Dhanju and 38-year-old Sumeet Sumeet from Auckland.
Published: 3:53PM 07 January 2025
Source: Stuff. https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360541874/police-name-woman-and-toddler-killed-mangaweka-crash
New Zealand Newsroom
Ultrarunner's team attacked by dogs on first week on Te Araroa trail
A well-known international running seeking to log the shortest-ever traverse of the Te Araroa trail has reported being attacked by dog.
Published: 8:55PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539468/ultrarunner-s-team-attacked-by-dogs-on-first-week-on-te-araroa-trail

'My entire year's wages': Mum's $47k debt for Working for Families
Calls are growing for a 'substantial overhaul' of the system.
Published: 6:46PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/539458/my-entire-year-s-wages-mum-s-47k-debt-for-working-for-families

NZ woman Destiny Otton-Rakuraku fighting for life after she was allegedly set on fire in Queensland
Destiny Otton-Rakuraku is fighting for her life in a Queensland hospital after allegedly being set on fire by a man in her own home.
Published: 8:55PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539423/nz-woman-destiny-otton-rakuraku-fighting-for-life-after-she-was-allegedly-set-on-fire-in-queensland

Homegrown's move out of Wellington 'will leave a massive hole'
Wellington musicians are mourning the loss of a unique gig in their home town, after news that the Homegrown festival will no longer be held in the capital.
Published: 5:29AM 21 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539472/homegrown-s-move-out-of-wellington-will-leave-a-massive-hole

Auckland Airport seizure: Meth worth $11m found in US woman's suitcase
The woman has appeared in court after 31kg of meth was found in her checked-in suitcases at Auckland Airport over the weekend.
Published: 7:21PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539460/auckland-airport-seizure-meth-worth-11m-found-in-us-woman-s-suitcase

Auckland researcher granted $1.5m for child cancer nutrition study
A researcher got so sick of arguments over the importance of good food for helping children with cancer she's leading a study on it.
Published: 10:14PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539469/auckland-researcher-granted-1-point-5m-for-child-cancer-nutrition-study

The movie soundtracking legend helping Kiwi composers get Hollywood gigs
Music supervisor and part-time Kiwi Karyn Rachtman talks about working on iconic films like Boogie Nights and her mission to get music composed in New Zealand on American cinema screens.
Published: 7:30PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539463/the-movie-soundtracking-legend-helping-kiwi-composers-get-hollywood-gigs

Weather: Heavy rain and gales for northern parts of the North Island
Residents are being warned to brace for heavy rain and gale-force winds as a subtropical low sweeps down from Northland.
Published: 8:22PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539420/weather-heavy-rain-and-gales-for-northern-parts-of-the-north-island

Water leaks cost NZ $122m a year - research
Public health experts have found New Zealand's water infrastructure system is leaking at a rate far higher than in leading European countries - wasting about $122 million each year.
Published: 5:29AM 21 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539473/water-leaks-cost-nz-122m-a-year-research

Missing Lake Taupō jetskier's body found
The body of a jetskier who went missing on Lake Taupō has been found.
Published: 6:40PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539457/missing-lake-taupo-jetskier-s-body-found

Fire on Māngere maunga deliberate - Auckland Council maunga authority
However, Fire and Emergency has refused to confirm the two fires are being treated as arson.
Published: 8:03PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539465/fire-on-mangere-maunga-deliberate-auckland-council-maunga-authority

Russian businessman buys former Ashburton council building
A Russian business that owns a high country station in Mid Canterbury now owns a slice of Ashburton's CBD.
Published: 5:29PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539449/russian-businessman-buys-former-ashburton-council-building

Watch: Ferry sails through SailGP practice session
"Not even a flying F50 was stopping this ferry," SailGP said on its official Instagram account.
Published: 4:09PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539444/watch-ferry-sails-through-sailgp-practice-session

One rescued from house fire in Whakatāne
A person was rescued from a house fire in Whakatāne this afternoon, and has been treated by ambulance staff.
Published: 9:35PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539451/one-rescued-from-house-fire-in-whakatane

NZ scientists expected to focus on tackling the big challenges - study
Aotearoa ranks ninth in the world for trusting scientists, according to a new study.
Published: 5:34AM 21 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539476/nz-scientists-expected-to-focus-on-tackling-the-big-challenges-study

Auckland eatery Amore to pay $18k after insisting teen must sign unfair contract
After eight months working as a kitchen hand, a 16-year-old says she felt backed into a corner by her employer who told her she no longer had a job if she did not sign a casual contract.
Published: 6:25PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539452/auckland-eatery-amore-to-pay-18k-after-insisting-teen-must-sign-unfair-contract

Major crash closes State Highway 14 in Kaipara
State Highway 14 at Tangiteroria in Kaipara will be closed for several hours following a crash.
Published: 7:42PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539464/major-crash-closes-state-highway-14-in-kaipara

The New Zealander making fresh juice for thirsty New Yorkers
Tom Wright's journey began humbly on the back of his bike, peddling his product during the pandemic and dropping orders door to door.
Published: 4:03PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539442/the-new-zealander-making-fresh-juice-for-thirsty-new-yorkers
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Global Newsroom
Watch live: Donald Trump's second US presidential inauguration
Trump is set to outline his vision for the next four years as he is sworn in as the president of the United States of America for the second.
Published: 5:27AM 21 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539470/watch-live-donald-trump-s-second-us-presidential-inauguration

NZ woman Destiny Otton-Rakuraku fighting for life after she was allegedly set on fire in Queensland
Destiny Otton-Rakuraku is fighting for her life in a Queensland hospital after allegedly being set on fire by a man in her own home.
Published: 8:55PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539423/nz-woman-destiny-otton-rakuraku-fighting-for-life-after-she-was-allegedly-set-on-fire-in-queensland

Biden leaves office nostalgic about five-decade career, and frustrated by how it ended
As US President Joe Biden was making one final lap around town this week, his appearances belied a grim reality: This is not how he'd hoped his half-century career in Washington would end.
Published: 8:55PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539467/biden-leaves-office-nostalgic-about-five-decade-career-and-frustrated-by-how-it-ended

Trump promises 'Iron Dome' shield, release of JFK secrets, to 'fix every single crisis'
Trump also repeated his campaign pledge to launch the largest deportation effort in US history.
Published: 12:47PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539428/trump-promises-iron-dome-shield-release-of-jfk-secrets-to-fix-every-single-crisis

What to expect inside the courtroom during the Erin Patterson murder trial
The upcoming trial of Erin Patterson is shaping up as the biggest case Victoria has seen in years.
Published: 4:54PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539446/what-to-expect-inside-the-courtroom-during-the-erin-patterson-murder-trial

Weary LA firefighters brace for 'last' dangerous winds
Exhausted Los Angeles firefighters on Sunday braced for the return of yet more dangerously strong gusts.
Published: 2:41PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539434/weary-la-firefighters-brace-for-last-dangerous-winds

Colombia death toll from rebel violence rises to 80
Guerrillas are targeting community leaders and former members of a separate rebel group, a government minister says.
Published: 5:19PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539450/colombia-death-toll-from-rebel-violence-rises-to-80

Britain wants to get close to Trump. Will Elon Musk stand in the way?
Analysis - It was not the start to 2025 that Keir Starmer wanted or expected, as Elon Musk engulfed his government in a very public fight.
Published: 5:19AM 06 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/538222/britain-wants-to-get-close-to-trump-will-elon-musk-stand-in-the-way

A long-awaited ceasefire has finally begun in Gaza. Here's what we know
The deal will see the release of dozens of Israeli hostages in exchange for almost 2000 Palestinian prisoners and will allow for a significant uptick in aid.
Published: 11:09AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539414/a-long-awaited-ceasefire-has-finally-begun-in-gaza-here-s-what-we-know

Trump meme coin now worth more than $68 billion
This is the first cryptocurrency endorsed by the incoming US president, who once trashed bitcoin as "based on thin air."
Published: 11:38AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539409/trump-meme-coin-now-worth-more-than-68-billion

Instagram rolls out TikTok-like features amid uncertainty about rival’s future
It will launch a new video creation app called Edits, which bears an uncanny resemblance to CapCut.
Published: 10:54AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539413/instagram-rolls-out-tiktok-like-features-amid-uncertainty-about-rival-s-future

Trump promises 'brand new day' at pre-inauguration victory rally
Donald Trump told thousands of roaring supporters on Sunday that he would usher in a new era of American prosperity when he takes office.
Published: 11:58AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539422/trump-promises-brand-new-day-at-pre-inauguration-victory-rally

TikTok restores US service, thanks Trump
The statement comes after US users reported being able to access the Chinese-owned service's website.
Published: 7:00AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539395/tiktok-restores-us-service-thanks-trump

Ceasefire brings hope in Gaza; freed Israeli hostages reunited with mothers
"The nightmare of death and starvation is over," one displaced woman says, as the Red Cross retrieves hostages freed under the deal.
Published: 8:37AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539387/ceasefire-brings-hope-in-gaza-freed-israeli-hostages-reunited-with-mothers

Inauguration Day, Trump-style: What will happen?
The countdown is on for the pomp and circumstance that will unfold when Trump is sworn in inside the Capitol due to frigid weather.
Published: 8:03PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539384/inauguration-day-trump-style-what-will-happen

Gaza ceasefire deal takes effect and fighting halts after delay
The ceasefire pauses a 15-month-old war which has brought devastation and seismic political change to the Middle East.
Published: 11:28PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539373/gaza-ceasefire-deal-takes-effect-and-fighting-halts-after-delay

Donald Trump inauguration celebrations begin with Elvis impersonator, fireworks
Trump arrived in the Washington area for a celebration of his return to power ahead of an inauguration ceremony.
Published: 6:10PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539378/donald-trump-inauguration-celebrations-begin-with-elvis-impersonator-fireworks

Taiwan carries out first execution in five years, upsetting rights groups
Despite Taiwan's reputation as Asia's most liberal democracy, the death penalty remains broadly popular according to opinion polls.
Published: 1:49PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539368/taiwan-carries-out-first-execution-in-five-years-upsetting-rights-groups
Sports Newsroom
Kiwi Routliffe, Dabrowski advance to Australian Open doubles quarterfinals
The second seeded pair are through to the last eight, but only after another come from a set down victory.
Published: 8:04PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539466/kiwi-routliffe-dabrowski-advance-to-australian-open-doubles-quarterfinals

Manager labels his Man United team the worst in club's history
Manager sympathises with fans as he declares: "We are being the worst team, maybe, in the history of Manchester United".
Published: 6:00PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539453/manager-labels-his-man-united-team-the-worst-in-club-s-history

Joseph opts for co-captains at the Highlanders
Jamie Joseph has named blockbusting winger Timoci Tavatavanawai and hard-working loose forward Hugh Renton as co-captains for the Highlanders in this year's Super Rugby competition.
Published: 6:52PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539459/joseph-opts-for-co-captains-at-the-highlanders

Nine reporter apologises to Djokovic over 'insulting' comments
Reporter Tony Jones has said sorry to Novak Djokovic after the tennis great boycotted an interview over "insulting and offensive comments".
Published: 12:12PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539424/nine-reporter-apologises-to-djokovic-over-insulting-comments

Calls for SailGP to become long-term fixture in Auckland
AUT sport and recreation professor Dr Mark Orams said the large crowds that turned out showed the growing popularity of sailing.
Published: 10:08AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539410/calls-for-sailgp-to-become-long-term-fixture-in-auckland

Golf: Runner-up Daniel Hillier one shot off victory at rich Dubai tournament
Daniel Hillier's emotions were "bittersweet" after finishing a narrow runner-up at the rich Dubai Desert Classic.
Published: 6:24AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539394/golf-runner-up-daniel-hillier-one-shot-off-victory-at-rich-dubai-tournament

Football: Wood on target again for high-flying Nottingham Forest
Chris Wood scored his 14th goal of the English Premier League season as Nottingham Forest beat Southampton to continue a fairytale run.
Published: 7:03AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539396/football-wood-on-target-again-for-high-flying-nottingham-forest

Novak Djokovic wants apology from Nine Network after Tony Jones comments
Novak Djokovic has said he will avoid doing interviews on court at the Australian Open until he receives an apology from the Nine Network
Published: 2:52AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539388/novak-djokovic-wants-apology-from-nine-network-after-tony-jones-comments

Australia rule Waitematā Harbour with dominant SailGP Auckland victory
But the Black Foils have vowed to bounce back from their disappointment at Sydney next month.
Published: 8:03PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539383/australia-rule-waitemata-harbour-with-dominant-sailgp-auckland-victory

SailGP Auckland, day 2 updates - Australia claim victory on Kiwi waters
The Black Foils fell behind their rivals to finish fifth overall.
Published: 5:56PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539367/sailgp-auckland-day-2-updates-australia-claim-victory-on-kiwi-waters

Wellington Phoenix grab dramatic last-gasp win over Jets
Wellington Phoenix scored in the eighth and final minute of extra time to complete a stunning 3-2 A-League win over Newcastle.
Published: 6:56PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539381/wellington-phoenix-grab-dramatic-last-gasp-win-over-jets

Cycling: Veteran Aaron Gate eyes first World Tour race at Tour Down Under
Aaron Gate will tick another box in his storied cycling career when he contests the UCI Tour Down Under.
Published: 3:04PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539371/cycling-veteran-aaron-gate-eyes-first-world-tour-race-at-tour-down-under

Surfing: Dunedin teen Owen stuns Stairmand at national champs
Dunedin teenager Alexis Owen caused a major upset at the national surfing championships, snatching the title from Billy Stairmand.
Published: 1:23PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539366/surfing-dunedin-teen-owen-stuns-stairmand-at-national-champs

Football: Liverpool extend Premier League lead with late win at Brentford as Arsenal stumble
Nottingham Forest can join second-place Arsenal on 44 points if they beat bottom side Southampton on Sunday, after the Gunners 2-2 draw with Villa.
Published: 10:48AM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539359/football-liverpool-extend-premier-league-lead-with-late-win-at-brentford-as-arsenal-stumble

Tien matches titan Nadal as Monfils defies age at Australian Open
American Learner Tien kept the teenage revolution going at the Australian Open by reaching the fourth round after 38-year-old Gael Monfils had made a big statement for the old guard.
Published: 8:01AM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539351/tien-matches-titan-nadal-as-monfils-defies-age-at-australian-open

Snowboarding: Sadowski-Synnott back on the podium
Wanaka snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has claimed the 10th World Cup podium of her career, with a second-place finish at the prestigious LAAX Open Slopestyle in Switzerland.
Published: 8:04AM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539353/snowboarding-sadowski-synnott-back-on-the-podium

Daniel Hillier in front in Dubai Desert Classic
New Zealand golfer Daniel Hillier has grabbed the lead after the third round of the $16 million Dubai Desert Classic.
Published: 7:25AM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539347/daniel-hillier-in-front-in-dubai-desert-classic

Late victory saves Black Foils from SailGP disaster on Auckland Harbour
A blustery day on the Waitematā had the Kiwis in deep water, but they pulled themselves back from the brink.
Published: 8:11PM 18 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/539331/late-victory-saves-black-foils-from-sailgp-disaster-on-auckland-harbour
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elephant’.
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Published: 5:00AM 21/01/2025		 Why are NZ’s rescue helicopters not fully funded by the Government?. Source: Stuff.
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Published: 5:00AM 21/01/2025		 Luxon says the cost of living is ‘under control’ - is that really the case?. Source: Stuff.
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Published: 8:14PM 20/01/2025		 Family of Kiwi woman allegedly set on fire distraught as she is left 'almost lifeless'. Source: Stuff.
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Business Newsroom
Media Insider: 25 of the pickiest and most peculiar complaints about NZ advertisements in the past 12 months
Hundreds of ad complaints, some bizarre. 'I am not prudish or trying to be a Karen.'
Published: 5:48AM 21 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-25-of-the-pickiest-and-most-peculiar-complaints-about-nz-advertisements-in-the-past-12-months/WLTGDAEX7FEZXF2YRTKFB3A5ZM/

Property Insider: 6 of the biggest themes likely to dominate 2025
Seascape, Ikea, some big new buildings and a court drama loom.
Published: 5:01AM 21 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/property-insider-themes-likely-to-dominate-2025/BFEYXQSWSBHN5O2L3RT5MP56BA/

Port pricing the remedy for ‘alarming’ decline in sector’s returns on capital: Forsyth Barr
Most ports are owned by local councils suggesting "public good" thinking over performance.
Published: 5:00AM 21 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/freight-logistics/port-pricing-the-remedy-for-alarming-decline-in-sectors-returns-on-capital-forsyth-barr/MTTTU2X4OBAXFLVE24NXO6DPS4/

Housing: Quotable Value shows drop from peak to now: Auckland -19.2%, NZ -15.2%, Wellington -23%
We can't say 'peak to trough' because we don't yet know if we have hit rock bottom.
Published: 5:00AM 21 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/quotable-value-shows-drop-from-peak-to-now-auckland-192-nz-152-wellington-23/5IFSCI6I6NDUXJRDSNVPQFDHLQ/

Millennium hotel takeover offer bright spot in quiet sharemarket - Market close
The market still declined despite the corporate action.
Published: 6:22PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/markets/shares/millennium-hotel-takeover-offer-bright-spot-in-quiet-sharemarket-market-close/OXJCI2C6ABFMFHZIVT7COEVL3M/

Trump inauguration: Donald Trump plans blitz of executive orders for first days in White House
Financial Times: Deportations, tariffs and cuts to regulation are expected to be ordered.
Published: 5:58PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/trump-inauguration-donald-trump-plans-blitz-of-executive-orders-for-first-days-in-white-house/MLQM77BNFVDUBGGB5EQIK4N4S4/

Ubco collapse: Customers anxious about parts, ex-staffer speaks out
Can the electric biker maker still go postal? Crown agency owed $400,000.
Published: 4:48PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/ubco-collapse-customers-anxious-about-parts-ex-staffer-speaks-out/BYD2EL5TGRCVPP3PXKSGW4XR5A/

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels majority owner proposes full takeover
City Developments wants to buy the remaining 24% it doesn't already own.
Published: 4:20PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/millennium-copthorne-hotels-majority-owner-proposes-full-takeover/RQYFQAJYCZDLBP4I2MBENQFOCI/

Australia earmarks $2.2 billion for ‘green’ aluminium
Smelters switch as almost all Australia’s coal plants are set to close in next decade.
Published: 3:06PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/australia-earmarks-21-billion-for-green-aluminium/IM4MNGBIRZDKTENFLIUQ4JVOSY/

Turkish Airlines eyeing Auckland-Istanbul flights – report
Istanbul-based airline is growing aggressively and last year started flying to Australia.
Published: 3:03PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/airlines/turkish-airlines-eyeing-auckland-istanbul-flights-report/32C2W2YG5JFAHKOMVXCXLRJL6M/
Politics Newsroom
Watch live: Donald Trump's second US presidential inauguration
Trump is set to outline his vision for the next four years as he is sworn in as the president of the United States of America for the second.
Published: 5:27AM 21 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/world/539470/watch-live-donald-trump-s-second-us-presidential-inauguration

MP James Meager's promotion strengthens South Island voice – mayor
James Meager is now a minister outside of cabinet after being given the new title of Minister for the South Island.
Published: 7:21PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539461/mp-james-meager-s-promotion-strengthens-south-island-voice-mayor

MPs won't be on stage at Auckland's Big Gay Out this year
Organisers say politicians are still welcome to attend the February event.
Published: 6:48PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/539436/mps-won-t-be-on-stage-at-auckland-s-big-gay-out-this-year

PM's portfolio reshuffle leaves Cabinet top heavy
Analysis - The prime minister has taken a close hard look at the varying skills of his ministers, resulting in a portfolio allocation imbalance following Sunday's reshuffle, Jo Moir writes.
Published: 5:05AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539389/pm-s-portfolio-reshuffle-leaves-cabinet-top-heavy

Christchurch mayor Phil Mauger to stand for second term
Rates are among the lowest in the country and Mauger says he knows keeping them that way is a priority for residents.
Published: 2:02PM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539429/christchurch-mayor-phil-mauger-to-stand-for-second-term

Cabinet reshuffle: Change of health minister will be little comfort to delay-hit patients - advocates
New Health Minister Simeon Brown may be hamstrung in how much he can change, as cuts to the health system are "writ in stone", union head says.
Published: 8:13AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539390/cabinet-reshuffle-change-of-health-minister-will-be-little-comfort-to-delay-hit-patients-advocates

Fears high country land could be planted in pine under government's climate plan
Critics say it is a half-baked scheme that will not work - and could undo the millions spent removing wilding pines.
Published: 7:18AM 20 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539398/fears-high-country-land-could-be-planted-in-pine-under-government-s-climate-plan

Social media has a 'fascinating' impact on political engagement, University of Auckland professor says
A professor from the University of Auckland says social media is responsible for people "directly engaging with these proposed changes" in the Treaty Principles Bill and the Regulatory Standards Bill.
Published: 10:33PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539386/social-media-has-a-fascinating-impact-on-political-engagement-university-of-auckland-professor-says

Former minister Russell Marshall dies aged 88
The Methodist minister who became a Cabinet minister is being remembered as a "principled voice".
Published: 11:28PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539385/former-minister-russell-marshall-dies-aged-88

PM Christopher Luxon retains confidence in Shane Reti despite sacking him from health portfolio
Shane Reti's demotion was one of the major change in Christopher Luxon's reshuffle. See the other changes here.
Published: 6:41PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539377/pm-christopher-luxon-retains-confidence-in-shane-reti-despite-sacking-him-from-health-portfolio

As it happened: Luxon announces Cabinet reshuffle, Shane Reti loses health portfolio to Simeon Brown
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced a Cabinet reshuffle.
Published: 3:54PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539370/as-it-happened-luxon-announces-cabinet-reshuffle-shane-reti-loses-health-portfolio-to-simeon-brown

Shane Reti expected to lose health portfolio as PM reshuffles Cabinet
The Prime Minister is rearranging his team ahead of their first caucus meeting on Tuesday.
Published: 1:21PM 19 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539354/shane-reti-expected-to-lose-health-portfolio-as-pm-reshuffles-cabinet

Leaders plan pan-Māori assembly to challenge government
They are meeting today at Omāhu near Hastings to discuss the creation of a new pan-Māori assembly.
Published: 8:25PM 10 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/538594/leaders-plan-pan-maori-assembly-to-challenge-government

Fast-tracked hotel and hostel in Mount Eden surprise residents
Plans for a hotel and student hostel at Auckland's Eden Park stadium have been revealed in the release of fast-track application documents.
Published: 7:27AM 20 December 2024
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/in-depth/537192/fast-tracked-hotel-and-hostel-in-mount-eden-surprise-residents

Decision on proposed Waikato medical school taking too long - union
The school aimed at producing more GPs to plug dire shortages, particularly in rural and regional areas.
Published: 2:41PM 18 January 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/539312/decision-on-proposed-waikato-medical-school-taking-too-long-union
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Entertainment Newsroom
Australian TV reporter Alex Cullen stood down after accepting $55,000 from billionaire Adrian Portelli
The Nine presenter was taken off air after accepting the billionaire's lavish cash gift.
Published: 4:58PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/australian-tv-reporter-alex-cullen-stood-down-after-accepting-55000-from-billionaire-adrian-portelli/Y2QHU2NK65BAZGO2YWOBSFLOEE/

Snoop Dogg criticised by fans for performing at Donald Trump ball event
The 53-year-old rapper's unexpected move earned the ire of his fanbase.
Published: 4:27PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/snoop-dogg-criticised-by-fans-for-performing-at-donald-trump-ball-event/4KEQHKICPRBQLDGXOF5PLP3CS4/

Justin Baldoni’s legal team accuses Blake Lively of inventing sexual harassment claims
Lively’s team called Baldoni’s lawsuit 'another chapter in the abuser playbook'.
Published: 2:15PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/justin-baldonis-legal-team-accuses-blake-lively-of-inventing-sexual-harassment-claims/IFJZJZVYNZEV5I6XLGGLMFNGAU/

Moana 2 box office: Hit animated film earns over $1 billion worldwide through theatrical release
'There is still a significant demand for high-quality family films on the big screen'.
Published: 11:48AM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/moana-2-box-office-hit-animated-film-earns-over-1-billion-worldwide-through-theatrical-release/5QRRL6HRB5AGZKRZ4E54Z63LXY/

Iranian court sentences pop singer Tataloo to death – media
The heavily tattooed singer is known for combining rap, pop and R&B.
Published: 11:31AM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/iranian-court-sentences-pop-singer-tataloo-to-death-media/SI63BTLROZB4NEL5GLVM47OUNI/

Trump inauguration: All the celebrities set to perform, from Carrie Underwood to Lee Greenwood
The festivities planned for Donald Trump symbolise a vibrant return to the White House.
Published: 10:56AM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/trump-inauguration-all-the-celebrities-set-to-perform-from-carrie-underwood-to-lee-greenwood/E5ZFLGIYPZE6BCJVMNDY7C4EPY/

Review: Cold Chisel scorch in Queenstown
Ageless pub rockers show they've still got it.
Published: 10:48AM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/review-cold-chisel-scorch-in-queenstown/X6YVY2GFMRHXZMOHI5C2FWTVBE/

David Baldacci: ‘I’ve had death threats – but I am proud to have challenged what people think’
David Baldacci talks death threats, censorship and why books should challenge readers.
Published: 10:18AM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/david-baldacci-ive-had-death-threats-but-i-am-proud-to-have-challenged-what-people-think/GIWLPE6HXREV3HA5SAKEI7J7LY/

Man loses $430k after falling for crypto scam seemingly endorsed by Rod Stewart
He thought a Bitcoin scheme could be the answer amid his wife's breast cancer diagnosis.
Published: 8:23AM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/man-loses-430k-after-falling-for-crypto-scam-seemingly-endorsed-by-rod-stewart/5C52JTLX5RDLLKZIM725XE3ZNI/

Jim Beam Homegrown Festival to leave Wellington after 18 years
The festival has taken place on the Wellington Waterfront each year ever since 2008.
Published: 7:59AM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/jim-beam-homegrown-festival-to-leave-wellington-after-18-years/W2RFKBXMWJCLLHRLP7BITPZ5NM/
Lifestyle Newsroom
I caught my husband using a dating app. He claimed it was a harmless ‘ego boost’
Telegraph: One woman explores whether his actions were infidelity or a cry for attention.
Published: 5:00AM 21 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/i-caught-my-husband-using-a-dating-app-he-claimed-it-was-a-harmless-ego-boost/YKEBH6F6HZBUFM723MOX3QPE4E/

Best Beach 2025: New Zealand’s top 10 surf beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 surf beaches – vote for your favourite now.
Published: 5:00AM 21 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/best-beach-2025-new-zealands-top-10-surf-beaches-how-to-vote-for-the-winner/BKTGEQ5LIVCBVEVVD3PRD2ZPSQ/

Auckland kava lounge Four Shells launches kava vending machine
Aotearoa’s first kava vending machine has opened. Here is where to find it.
Published: 7:01PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/talanoa/auckland-kava-lounge-four-shells-launches-kava-vending-machine/2XAUNC5JSBE4HM75WTRUAV3YFE/

Seven ways to improve your heart health
New York Times: Cardiologists offer their advice on how to keep your heart healthy.
Published: 5:00PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/seven-ways-to-improve-your-heart-health/M5MMNBMLEBGARD7GWK7O5XK4JM/

What happens to your health if you stop having sex?
Could not having sex be good for you or is it harmful to your overall wellbeing?
Published: 4:39PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/what-happens-to-your-health-if-you-stop-having-sex/3J3U2TDFDFDCVOAIRAA7RZUE7Y/

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, at 60: ‘I don’t know how I got here’
Sophie talks about the Queen’s legacy and her evolving public persona ahead of her 60th.
Published: 2:58PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/sophie-duchess-of-edinburgh-at-60-i-dont-know-how-i-got-here/A7PFIHTRJNFKXOE7WLBUNEUCQI/

Charles M. Blow: I quit drinking four years ago - I’m still confronting drinking culture
New York Times - Opinion: Navigating a sober life in an alcohol-centric culture.
Published: 2:00PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/charles-m-blow-i-quit-drinking-four-years-ago-im-still-confronting-drinking-culture/IEVAP4MW7VEILI7CLKUMJUZCVE/

Real Life: Pam Corkery on battling back from near-fatal alcohol and drug addiction
'My children said, ‘Mum, this is not funny’ and I'd said, ‘I'll stop now’. I was lying.'
Published: 1:32PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/real-life-pam-corkery-on-battling-back-from-near-fatal-alcohol-and-drug-addiction/MRHDQVI5IBHOLL2MBE77FNJPFQ/

What is RedNote? The app TikTok users are fleeing to
OPINION: It's a glimmer of hope for connection and communication in a divided world.
Published: 1:15PM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/what-is-rednote-the-app-tiktok-users-are-fleeing-to/QGWVQFSSEJGA3OTGGNQXWOPXHE/

From soba to spaghetti: Why chilled noodles are the perfect summer meal
Cool down with flavour-packed chilled noodle dishes – easy, versatile and delicious.
Published: 11:44AM 20 January 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/from-soba-to-spaghetti-why-chilled-noodles-are-the-perfect-summer-meal/657MI5LAP5GRFDTBJWFHCUDJWY/
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