A late Good Evening - Today was: Tuesday, 30 September 2025 22:38:58 NZDT
Current: 9.6°C, Max: 15.4°C, Min: 5.6°C. It feels like 7.3°C
FORECAST: Partly cloudy skies during the evening will give way to cloudy skies and light rain after midnight. Low around 10C. Winds WNW at 25 to 40 km/h. Chance of rain 40%. It feels like 7.3°C. 4 clothing layers recommended.
Station Forecast: Unsettled, rain later | Sunrise: 06:54 | Sunset: 19:22 | Dawn: 06:27 | Dusk: 19:50
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Temperature : Current trend is Falling, changing by -0.4 °C/hr 9.6°C, 76%   Pressure : Current trend is Falling slowly, changing by -0.2 hPa/hr 1011.8hPa
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Wind Speed :  NW  Current wind speed is Light breeze (F2) from NW (322°) 6km/h   Wind Gust : Current trend is Rising 25km/h
Air Quality :  2 AQI  0.5ug/m3   Rainfall : Current trend is Steady 0.0mm
Sun Light : 0Lux, 5.9hrs   Solar UV :  0.0UVI  0W/m2
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Tuesday, 30 September 2025
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Weather: Antarctic cold snap brings freezing conditions for much of New Zealand. A fast-moving cold snap from Antarctica will bring chilly temperatures for much of New Zealand. Photo / Windy.com Source: NZ Herald.
A fast-moving cold snap from Antarctica will bring chilly temperatures for much of New Zealand. Photo / Windy.com. Source: NZ Herald
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Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban: Hollywood couple’s $68 million property portfolio revealed. Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman have amassed a substantial property portfolio in Australia and the United States during their 19 years of marriage. Photo / Instagram Source: NZ Herald.
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman have amassed a substantial property portfolio in Australia and the United States during their 19 years of marriage. Photo / Instagram. Source: NZ Herald
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TVNZ reporter defends anonymous sources as Talley’s alleges defamation. TVNZ Christchurch reporter Thomas Mead is sworn in at the High Court at Auckland to give evidence defending his reporting against a defamation claim brought by Talley's group. Photo / Dean Purcell. Source: NZ Herald.
TVNZ Christchurch reporter Thomas Mead is sworn in at the High Court at Auckland to give evidence defending his reporting against a defamation claim brought by Ta.... Source: NZ Herald
 Weather: Antarctic cold snap brings freezing conditions for much of New Zealand
Snow is forecast to fall as low as 100m on several South Island roads.
Published: 7:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/weather-antarctic-cold-snap-brings-freezing-conditions-for-much-of-new-zealand/QKLAJ6UURNHDXFANHHGCW3IVLI/

 Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban: Hollywood couple’s $68 million property portfolio revealed
The former couple have a portfolio worth millions split across Australia and the US.
Published: 8:39PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/nicole-kidman-and-keith-urban-hollywood-couples-68-million-property-portfolio-revealed/BLN5Z3FOWJCUXCLXDWVGBQJ7XA/

 TVNZ reporter defends anonymous sources as Talley’s alleges defamation
TVNZ's Christchurch reporter Thomas Mead defends his investigation into Talley's.
Published: 4:58PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/media-marketing/tvnz-reporter-defends-anonymous-sources-as-talleys-alleges-defamation/I5E35U35INFUHLVRRAVCMJALWA/

Manawatū Local Newsroom
Horizons not on board with ministry funding request
The council does not want to become the bad guy later on if it has to charge people or cut the services.
Published: 7:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360838714/horizons-not-board-ministrys-bus-funding-request

Migrant denies sexual abuse and strangulation
A man accused of sexually abusing a young girl and strangling her has denied the charges and will go to trial.
Published: 6:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360838704/migrant-denies-sexual-abuse-and-strangulation

Horse riders rail against discrimination in Ō2NL design
A shared path to be created alongside the expressway excludes people on horses, a decision described by an equestrian advocate as a human rights and animal welfare issue.
Published: 3:27PM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360839134/horse-riders-allege-rights-breach-o2nl-design

In pictures: Navratri’s dazzling, dizzying splendour
Song, dance and costumes blurred into brilliance as Palmerston North’s Hindu community held Navratri celebrations at the Senior Citizens Hall on Saturday night.
Published: 3:16PM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/culture/360839788/pictures-navratris-dazzling-dizzying-splendour

Man in custody after Downtown robbery leaves victim shaken
A 29-year-old man will appear in court after allegedly taking jewellery from a person after threatening them with violence.
Published: 11:32AM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360839410/man-custody-after-downtown-robbery-leaves-victim-shaken

The woman known as The Helmet Lady has died
Rebecca Oaten spent more than six years campaigning to make cycle helmets compulsory.
Published: 5:15AM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360837856/woman-known-helmet-lady-has-died

Overhaul of quake-prone building rules a ‘huge, positive step’
Sweeping changes to earthquake-prone building regulations, sparing main street buildings from expensive strengthening work, have been welcomed with relief in Manawatū.
Published: 5:00AM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360838867/overhaul-quake-prone-building-rules-huge-positive-step

‘I just knew what was going to happen’: Feilding artist guilty of indecent assaults
Colin Hoare will be sentenced in November for routinely abusing a child about 50 years ago, something he continues to deny.
Published: 5:00AM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360837784/i-just-knew-what-was-going-happen-feilding-artist-guilty-indecent-assaults

Road blues strike Manawatū Turbos again
Manawatū need to quickly move on from their big loss against Counties Manukau as Hawke’s Bay come to town this weekend.
Published: 5:00AM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/sport/360836924/road-blues-strike-manawatu-turbos-again

Cyclones can’t get past Canterbury in semifinal
The Cyclones believe they’re just as good as any of the top sides in the competition.
Published: 5:00AM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/sport/360836922/cyclones-cant-get-past-canterbury-fpc-semifinal

Patrons have to put down the axe before drinking
A Palmerston North events venue has been granted a liquor licence with conditions.
Published: 5:00AM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360836869/patrons-have-put-down-axe-drinking

Te Motu o Poutoa: culturally intrinsic or a ‘nice to have’?
EXPLAINER: A look at how we got here on a $16 million project proving contentious in the lead-up to election day.
Published: 5:00AM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360814261/te-motu-o-poutoa-culturally-intrinsic-or-nice-have

Targa rally marks 30 years of racing
Bevan Claridge loves his Holden Commodore so much that he bought it twice. And he’ll be racing it in the 30th edition of the Targa rally through the North Island.
Published: 5:00AM 30 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360835253/targa-rally-marks-30-years-racing

Inaugural Skeleton Crew showcase puts fresh talent centre stage
Young and learning creatives have loved being able to have the “joy of play and experimentation” shaping their performances.
Published: 5:00AM 29 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360837434/inaugural-skeleton-crew-showcase-puts-fresh-talent-centre-stage

House destroyed by fire at Himatangi Beach
Firefighters found the property well ablaze on Sunday morning.
Published: 10:29AM 28 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360837424/house-destroyed-fire-himatangi-beach

Funding cut could result in job losses at Massey
Twenty-five positions that support tertiary educators are proposed to be disestablished.
Published: 5:00AM 27 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360836064/jobs-could-go-massey-following-cut-govt-funding

Manawatū women kept Ferns afloat in World Cup semifinal crash
The Black Ferns would've been floundering even further in their Rugby World Cup loss to Canada without the stampeding No 8 Kaipo Olsen-Baker.
Published: 4:00AM 27 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360835106/manawatu-women-kept-ferns-afloat-world-cup-semifinal-crash

Reinventing school: When children were forced out of their classrooms
In the summer of 1941 most schools in Palmerston North – and two in Feilding – were commandeered for the mobilisation efforts following Japan’s attacks on allied territories.
Published: 4:00AM 27 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360834255/back-issues-reinventing-school-amid-wartime-displacement

Finals time for basketball championships
The two Manawatū teams in the AA competition are in the lower-grade playoffs.
Published: 5:30PM 26 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360836065/schools-basketball-championships-reaches-climax

Mental health ward advocates left off invitation list
Ngā Wai Ngāro has been designed to support those in mental distress to get better.
Published: 4:36PM 26 September 2025
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/360835709/new-mental-health-ward-officially-opened

New Zealand Newsroom
Man lured to reserve, shot out of a tree and beaten to death, Crown alleges
A South Canterbury man was lured to a reserve and shot out of a tree before being hit with a blunt object, a murder trial has heard.
Published: 10:02PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574625/man-lured-to-reserve-shot-out-of-a-tree-and-beaten-to-death-crown-alleges

Measles outbreak: Two new cases in Northland, new locations of interest
There are also several new locations of interest, primarily in Queenstown and Cromwell, but also in Northland, following ongoing contact tracing efforts.
Published: 8:34PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574617/measles-outbreak-two-new-cases-in-northland-new-locations-of-interest

FBI Director gifted NZ Police Commissioner a 3D-printed gun
The Police Commissioner was one of three people to receive a gift from Kash Patel in July.
Published: 8:41PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574618/fbi-director-gifted-nz-police-commissioner-a-3d-printed-gun

Not Her Destiny: Former church member asks: 'Did I not deserve to be protected?'
For years, Destiny Church shaped every part of Lynia Morseu-Tol's life. Now, she is reckoning with faith, identity and whānau.
Published: 5:42PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574595/not-her-destiny-former-church-member-asks-did-i-not-deserve-to-be-protected

Ministry of Education's $20,000 inquiry fails to find Budget leak to RNZ
The full report of the independent investigation was withheld, but the summary indicated an extensive hunt for the source of the leak.
Published: 6:22PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574602/ministry-of-education-s-20-000-inquiry-fails-to-find-budget-leak-to-rnz

North Canterbury's Bush Janitor and his vision for Island Hills Station
Why is he known as the Bush Janitor and what is his vision for the rugged Island Hills Station? RNZ investigates.
Published: 7:41PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574613/north-canterbury-s-bush-janitor-and-his-vision-for-island-hills-station

NZME to keep running controversial anti-Māori wards ad that Stuff removed after complaints
A controversial anti-Māori wards ad has been removed from Stuff's websites following complaints, but it will continue to be advertised with the NZ Herald.
Published: 5:54PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574597/nzme-to-keep-running-controversial-anti-maori-wards-ad-that-stuff-removed-after-complaints

New ship for Chatham Islands sails closer
A new 78-metre vessel that will serve the Chatham Islands from 2027 will be supplied by a company confirmed by the government today.
Published: 8:18PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574616/new-ship-for-chatham-islands-sails-closer

Cancer Society pushes for faster treatment in South Island
New figures showed 86.3 percent nationally now receive cancer treatment within a month, but wait times for some districts had gone backwards.
Published: 8:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574614/cancer-society-pushes-for-faster-treatment-in-south-island

Tools stolen from vehicle auctioned off by police
The tools - worth $50,000 - were stolen from a work vehicle in 2023, only to be auctioned off on behalf of police more than two years later.
Published: 3:47PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574585/tools-stolen-from-vehicle-auctioned-off-by-police

What you need to know about digital driver licences in New Zealand
Explainer - The government aims to introduce digital driver licences by the end of the year. But are they safe - and will everyone have to use them?
Published: 2:32PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574579/what-you-need-to-know-about-digital-driver-licences-in-new-zealand

Santana Minerals close to lodging application for $4.4 billion Central Otago gold mine
Getting consent for a vast gold mine is an "extremely rigourous and difficult process", the company has told shareholders.
Published: 6:42PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574609/santana-minerals-close-to-lodging-application-for-4-point-4-billion-central-otago-gold-mine

Internal misconduct charges after prison cell fire
A small fire was started by two prisoners.
Published: 7:35PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/574611/internal-misconduct-charges-after-prison-cell-fire

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Global Newsroom
Aukus clears US review ahead of Australian PM’s Washington visit, report says
Australia reportedly has an answer on the fate of its most expensive defence deal to date.
Published: 4:04PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/aukus-clears-us-review-ahead-of-australian-pms-washington-visit-report-says/BCZ33CW2D5A6LIIRSDB46B72JE/

Work-from-home policeman banned for life after faking work with jammed keyboard
Niall Thubron spent 45 of 85 work hours with one key pressed down.
Published: 2:41PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/work-from-home-policeman-banned-for-life-after-faking-work-with-jammed-keyboard/ZZHZPEACXJHETKRYBJWKAYF63Y/

Mother and child found dead in luxury Airbnb in Kenmore Hills, Brisbane
Queensland Police said there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Published: 2:39PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/mother-and-child-found-dead-in-luxury-airbnb-in-kenmore-hills-brisbane/5ILIYVZA5JBIZNP62I4CAQAL4U/

Tony Blair has never quit the Middle East. Now, he could run Gaza
Ex-PM may be a key player in planning for the rebuilding and governance of the Gaza Strip.
Published: 2:25PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/tony-blair-has-never-quit-the-middle-east-now-he-could-run-gaza/S5CBW6JWYVHIXKF42XRPIJXPQM/

Alaska seized a $164,360 plane over illicit cargo - a six-pack of beer. The pilot is fighting back
Alaska pilot fights US Supreme Court case over Cessna seized for beer run.
Published: 1:04PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/alaska-seized-a-164360-plane-over-illicit-cargo-a-six-pack-of-beer-the-pilot-is-fighting-back/AQNXS6HMONGJPFDS4MGX6WCRWA/

Ball State University staffer fired after Facebook post on Charlie Kirk sparks backlash
Suzanne Swierc lost her Ball State University job five days after her Facebook post.
Published: 12:46PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/ball-state-university-staffer-fired-after-facebook-post-on-charlie-kirk-sparks-backlash/4UGHZEGHA5AGFOT2MWQYJYMWTI/

YouTube to pay $42.4m to settle Trump lawsuit over post-January 6 suspension
The 2021 lawsuit alleged it unfairly blocked Trump’s account after the Capitol attacks.
Published: 12:10PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/youtube-to-pay-424m-to-settle-trump-lawsuit-over-post-january-6-suspension/X2TCCZJHYVF6HLR4E4INUMCMRQ/

Trump’s Gaza plan wins Netanyahu’s backing, but hinges on Hamas
Deal has pitfalls for Hamas and Israel, and the details could be battled over for weeks.
Published: 11:40AM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/trumps-gaza-plan-wins-netanyahus-backing-but-hinges-on-hamas/PP3ODFOTDJGP5HINEIFKJUP4BQ/

Give me back my life, Madeleine McCann suspect begs prosecutor
Brueckner was released this month after serving seven years for rape.
Published: 11:08AM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/give-me-back-my-life-madeleine-mccann-suspect-begs-prosecutor/OJFRX2WFFBGHFHFHR4J46LK3HQ/

Explainer: The full text of the Gaza plan released by the White House
New York Times: It calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and lays out other proposals.
Published: 11:06AM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/explainer-the-full-text-of-the-gaza-plan-released-by-the-white-house/KPON6U7CXJAWVFFHVJNR3UHJ54/

Sports Newsroom
Jamie Joseph on coaching All Blacks XV: 'Ultimately my job is to help Razor'
All Blacks XV coach Jamie Joseph admits the depth in some positions will be well tested on their Northern Hemisphere tour in November.
Published: 12:22PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/574565/jamie-joseph-on-coaching-all-blacks-xv-ultimately-my-job-is-to-help-razor

Netball: Silence around Dame Noeline Taurua's stand down 'frustrating' - former Silver Ferns' coach
Netball New Zealand dropped a bombshell three weeks ago when it announced Taurua and her coaching cohort would be stood down for the series against South Africa.
Published: 10:01AM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/574543/netball-silence-around-dame-noeline-taurua-s-stand-down-frustrating-former-silver-ferns-coach

Two debutants in All Whites side to play Poland and Norway
Owen Parker-Price and George Stanger have been named in the squad.
Published: 12:11PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/574561/two-debutants-in-all-whites-side-to-play-poland-and-norway

Jamie Joseph to coach All Blacks XV for next two years
The All Blacks fifteen will play the Barbarians in Brentford and England A in Bath in November.
Published: 10:06AM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/574525/jamie-joseph-to-coach-all-blacks-xv-for-next-two-years

Netball: Noeline Taurua set to return to negotiating table in effort to break deadlock
RNZ understands that Dame Noeline Taurua has a meeting with Netball New Zealand tomorrow.
Published: 5:44PM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/574485/netball-noeline-taurua-set-to-return-to-negotiating-table-in-effort-to-break-deadlock

Shaun Johnson's message to young upcoming league stars
Johnson made his Warriors NRL debut in 2011 in Round 13 against the Sydney Roosters.
Published: 8:35PM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/574508/shaun-johnson-s-message-to-young-upcoming-league-stars

Women's Rugby World Cup: Five most memorable moments
The Women's Rugby World Cup in England has been hailed as a landmark tournament for the sport, delivering historic firsts, drama on and off the field, and a fairy-tale ending for the hosts.
Published: 4:15PM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/574481/women-s-rugby-world-cup-five-most-memorable-moments

The five standout performers at Women's Rugby World Cup
Analysis - Sophie de Goede tops my choice of standout performers at the Women's Rugby World Cup, writes Lucy Thompson.
Published: 12:13PM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/574449/the-five-standout-performers-at-women-s-rugby-world-cup

Australia beat NZ in Netball World Youth Cup final
Australia ended the New Zealand U21 team's hopes of defending their World Youth Cup title when they outclassed the Kiwis 63-48.
Published: 11:51AM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/574446/australia-beat-nz-in-netball-world-youth-cup-final

World Para Athletics Championships: Lisa Adams wins shot put gold
Lisa Adams' opening throw was good enough to claim shot put gold at the World Para Athletics Championships.
Published: 6:34AM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/574413/world-para-athletics-championships-lisa-adams-wins-shot-put-gold

News In Pictures
Iraq war veteran who shot up church became ‘unhinged’ when talking about Mormon faith. Source: Stuff.
Iraq war veteran who shot up
church became ‘unhinged’
when talking about Mormon faith.

Source: Stuff
Published: 10:24PM 30/09/2025
A fast-moving front is set to bring a cold snap to parts of NZ. Source: Stuff.
A fast-moving front is set to
bring a cold snap to parts of
NZ.

Source: Stuff
Published: 10:20PM 30/09/2025
Watch: Air NZ plane forced to abort landing amid strong winds. Source: Stuff.
Watch: Air NZ plane forced to
abort landing amid strong winds.

Source: Stuff
Published: 9:02PM 30/09/2025
SH1 closed at Meremere after crash leaves one person critically injured. Source: Stuff.
SH1 closed at Meremere after
crash leaves one person
critically injured.

Source: Stuff
Published: 8:49PM 30/09/2025
Vacant house catches fire in Avondale, Auckland. Source: Stuff.
Vacant house catches fire in
Avondale, Auckland.

Source: Stuff
Published: 8:31PM 30/09/2025
Two new measles cases detected in Northland. Source: Stuff.
Two new measles cases detected
in Northland.

Source: Stuff
Published: 8:05PM 30/09/2025
Indian cuisine is inspiring a new wave of innovative cocktails. Source: Stuff.
Indian cuisine is inspiring a
new wave of innovative
cocktails.

Source: Stuff
Published: 8:00PM 30/09/2025
FBI boss Kash Patel gave NZ officials illegal 3D-printed guns. Source: Stuff.
FBI boss Kash Patel gave NZ
officials illegal 3D-printed
guns.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:49PM 30/09/2025
YouTuber MrBeast defends trapping man in burning building for cash prize. Source: Stuff.
YouTuber MrBeast defends
trapping man in burning
building for cash prize.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:33PM 30/09/2025
Passport stamps are out, fingerprint scans are in as Europe readies new biometric system. Source: Stuff.
Passport stamps are out,
fingerprint scans are in as
Europe readies new biometric
system.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:00PM 30/09/2025
Cheap and cheerful? We rank NZ’s five cheapest cars. Source: Stuff.
Cheap and cheerful? We rank
NZ’s five cheapest cars.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:00PM 30/09/2025
Trump posts fake video of Democrats as US government shutdown looms. Source: Stuff.
Trump posts fake video of
Democrats as US government
shutdown looms.

Source: Stuff
Published: 6:57PM 30/09/2025
The deadly weapon this decorated US general believes can win the war for Ukraine. Source: Stuff.
The deadly weapon this
decorated US general believes
can win the war for Ukraine.

Source: Stuff
Published: 6:48PM 30/09/2025
Nicole Kidman ‘broken-hearted’ amid split with Keith Urban. Source: Stuff.
Nicole Kidman
‘broken-hearted’ amid split
with Keith Urban.

Source: Stuff
Published: 6:35PM 30/09/2025
The Chatham Islands’ 40-year-old supply ship is finally being replaced. Source: Stuff.
The Chatham Islands’
40-year-old supply ship is
finally being replaced.

Source: Stuff
Published: 6:30PM 30/09/2025
Watch: Rotorua Airport becomes scene of surprise proposal. Source: Stuff.
Watch: Rotorua Airport becomes
scene of surprise proposal.

Source: Stuff
Published: 6:26PM 30/09/2025
An Islamophobic guest and an inexperienced host: How this Aussie TV show was axed. Source: Stuff.
An Islamophobic guest and an
inexperienced host: How this
Aussie TV show was axed.

Source: Stuff
Published: 6:02PM 30/09/2025
Was it a stunt? Did it get leaked? The strange story behind the 'bipartisan' letter. Source: Stuff.
Was it a stunt? Did it get
leaked? The strange story
behind the 'bipartisan' letter.

Source: Stuff
Published: 5:53PM 30/09/2025
Beachgoers warned of heavy swells reaching 6m ‘pumping over the country’. Source: Stuff.
Beachgoers warned of heavy
swells reaching 6m ‘pumping
over the country’.

Source: Stuff
Published: 5:22PM 30/09/2025
Ex-Silver Ferns coach says silence around Dame Noeline Taurua saga is frustrating. Source: Stuff.
Ex-Silver Ferns coach says
silence around Dame Noeline
Taurua saga is frustrating.

Source: Stuff
Published: 5:20PM 30/09/2025
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Business Newsroom
Mood of the Boardroom: Zespri forecasts $3b boost for growers as kiwifruit sales hit record highs
The exporter now sells to 52 countries, with US sales up 30% despite tariffs.
Published: 9:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/business-reports/mood-of-the-boardroom/mood-of-the-boardroom-zespri-forecasts-3b-boost-for-growers-as-kiwifruit-sales-hit-record-highs/UHES7PURPBCCNK3BU6JF6J3FTQ/

Mood of the Boardroom: Business leaders back independent budget watchdog
61% of top executives back an independent budget office for NZ.
Published: 7:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/business-reports/mood-of-the-boardroom/mood-of-the-boardroom-business-leaders-back-independent-budget-watchdog/R4V55ELBYNAKDLQ4DIXNRP35CI/

KFC-owner Restaurant Brands soars as NZX 50 locks in 1.22% gain - Market close
Restaurant Brands gained over 65% after a takeover notice.
Published: 6:01PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/markets/shares/kfc-owner-restaurant-brands-soars-as-nzx-50-locks-in-122-gain-market-close/R5MIJUKEA5AATGSNKBDH4CSB4I/

Carter Holt Harvey to close Tokoroa plywood plant with 119 jobs lost
A small number of roles will remain to process imported timber.
Published: 5:22PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/carter-holt-harvey-to-close-tokoroa-plywood-plant-with-119-jobs-lost/YE53V6GPVVEWJDCB3OILY5ZMBQ/

Mood of the Boardroom: China travel downturn puts New Zealand tourism recovery at risk
Chinese visitor arrivals are now just 55% of pre-Covid levels in 2018.
Published: 5:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/business-reports/mood-of-the-boardroom/mood-of-the-boardroom-china-travel-downturn-puts-new-zealand-tourism-recovery-at-risk/VT6FEZ4DNNFI5P4G65MNP3TY6U/

TVNZ reporter defends anonymous sources as Talley’s alleges defamation
TVNZ's Christchurch reporter Thomas Mead defends his investigation into Talley's.
Published: 4:58PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/media-marketing/tvnz-reporter-defends-anonymous-sources-as-talleys-alleges-defamation/I5E35U35INFUHLVRRAVCMJALWA/

Second-quarter GDP shocker dealt a blow to September business confidence - ANZ
Businesses that responded to the ANZ Outlook survey after the GDP result were gloomier.
Published: 4:45PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/second-quarter-gdp-shocker-dealt-a-blow-to-september-business-confidence-anz/324HCXBFINEI3OAIWC255IQ6YM/

Naut shows off its latest electric propulsion system for boats, clocks up offshore sales
A Whangārei-based start-up hits the Waitematā.
Published: 4:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/naut-shows-off-its-latest-electric-propulsion-system-for-boats-clocks-up-offshore-sales/Z5YROJ5DAFAWPOS4WHIS32XE6A/

Media Insider: Revealed - TVNZ’s new chairman is a no-nonsense corporate dealmaker
TVNZ is set for a major shake-up, with the appointment of Goldman Sachs' NZ boss as chair.
Published: 3:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/media-insider/media-insider-revealed-tvnzs-new-chairman-is-a-no-nonsense-corporate-dealmaker/ZEMBY4NGSFAA7GFRAG6HI75NHE/

Denheath Desserts liquidation: Who’s owed money and a possible buyer?
The Timaru dessert company is famous for its custard squares.
Published: 1:26PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/denheath-desserts-liquidation-whos-owed-money-and-a-possible-buyer/2M4C7CU6GZHD5NIXSNUOACSTEI/

Politics Newsroom
Why Trump makes strong case for 100 percent tariff on foreign movies - and why he'll struggle to do it
The chief economist at a Wellington-based think tank believes the US president has a stronger than usual argument, but says he'll struggle to do it.
Published: 5:55PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574590/why-trump-makes-strong-case-for-100-percent-tariff-on-foreign-movies-and-why-he-ll-struggle-to-do-it

'Uncertainty and changing nature' of US tariffs making it hard for NZ exporters - trade minister
NZ Trade Minister Todd McClay is confident New Zealand exports will still find markets, as the US continues to pile on the tariffs.
Published: 6:15PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574599/uncertainty-and-changing-nature-of-us-tariffs-making-it-hard-for-nz-exporters-trade-minister

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon asks Labour leader Chris Hipkins to support offshore gas exploration
The prime minister's attempts to get bipartisan support for offshore exploration for natural gas has been written off an an "ham-fisted political stunt", by the Labour Party leader
Published: 3:56PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574530/prime-minister-christopher-luxon-asks-labour-leader-chris-hipkins-to-support-offshore-gas-exploration

Goverment changes how New Zealand buys medical equipment
The government is touting it as an end to more than a decade of confusion.
Published: 1:48PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574574/goverment-changes-how-new-zealand-buys-medical-equipment

Unions call for return of electricity generators to public ownership
The electricity market should be treated as a public utility that serves the interests of workers, Council of Trade Unions president says.
Published: 12:19PM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574564/unions-call-for-return-of-electricity-generators-to-public-ownership

Government meets three milestones to improve healthcare in New Zealand
Last year, the government set five targets to measure progress in the health system, with the hope of improving healthcare in New Zealand.
Published: 7:23AM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574514/government-meets-three-milestones-to-improve-healthcare-in-new-zealand

What building owners think about the earthquake law change
The government estimated the planned law change will save $8.2 billion across the country.
Published: 7:20AM 30 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574515/what-building-owners-think-about-the-earthquake-law-change

Māori lawyers reject Goldsmith's comments over tikanga Māori court rulings
Minister of Justice Paul Goldsmith said he was worried New Zealand was developing a "bespoke" legal system that incorporated concepts of tikanga Māori.
Published: 6:59PM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/574497/maori-lawyers-reject-goldsmith-s-comments-over-tikanga-maori-court-rulings

ACT leader David Seymour hails government shake-up of earthquake strengthening laws
The ACT leader says he was the lone MP in 2016 who stood against the the Earthquake-prone Buildings law, which he labelled as a "costly triumph of emotion over logic".
Published: 6:35PM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574487/act-leader-david-seymour-hails-government-shake-up-of-earthquake-strengthening-laws

Local elections: Errors in voting packs could lead to change
Currently councils run local elections but recent errors have sparked calls for the Electoral Commission to take over responsibility.
Published: 6:33PM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574493/local-elections-errors-in-voting-packs-could-lead-to-change

Watch: Government announces shake-up of earthquake strengthening laws
A new "risk-based" approach to earthquake strengthening will allegedly save building owners more than $8.2 billion across the country.
Published: 3:18PM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574470/watch-government-announces-shake-up-of-earthquake-strengthening-laws

Kiwis 'can be proud' NZ isn't recognising Palestine yet - PM Christopher Luxon
New Zealand was among only a handful of countries - including the US, Japan and South Korea - which had not formally recognised Palestinian statehood.
Published: 5:56PM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574427/kiwis-can-be-proud-nz-isn-t-recognising-palestine-yet-pm-christopher-luxon

Priests chain themselves to MP's Auckland office over Gaza stance
An Anglican priest chained to MP Erica Stanford's Auckland electorate office says they will stay there until they get an audience.
Published: 1:47PM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574460/priests-chain-themselves-to-mp-s-auckland-office-over-gaza-stance

'NZ on wrong side of history on Palestine' - Helen Clark
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark said the government's decision not to recognise a Palestinian state was very disappointing.
Published: 9:12AM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574418/nz-on-wrong-side-of-history-on-palestine-helen-clark

Pragmatism over protest: Govt risks backlash on Palestine
Analysis: Many will be outraged over the government's decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood, as the humanitarian catastrophe on the ground in Gaza worsens.
Published: 9:08AM 29 September 2025
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/574406/pragmatism-over-protest-govt-risks-backlash-on-palestine

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Entertainment Newsroom
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban: Hollywood couple’s $68 million property portfolio revealed
The former couple have a portfolio worth millions split across Australia and the US.
Published: 8:39PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/nicole-kidman-and-keith-urban-hollywood-couples-68-million-property-portfolio-revealed/BLN5Z3FOWJCUXCLXDWVGBQJ7XA/

Benny Blanco wedding ring features birthstones for him and Selena Gomez
The 18-carat gold ring has their wedding date engraved inside the band.
Published: 7:51PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/benny-blanco-wedding-ring-features-birthstones-for-him-and-selena-gomez/2KVHY3YTZBB6JL2L4TPWNLVUFA/

Jeff Bezos and wife Lauren Sanchez turn heads at Sydney Sweeney’s birthday
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez were among those who appeared at the A-lister's party.
Published: 6:42PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/jeff-bezos-and-wife-lauren-sanchez-turn-heads-at-sydney-sweeneys-birthday/F3O2SCO5WJEHJMN5HRLHVIQLQQ/

Experts warn AI music like Xania Monet raises copyright and cultural appropriation risks
Xania Monet’s AI-generated tracks have clocked over 17m US streams since July.
Published: 5:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/experts-warn-ai-music-like-xania-monet-raises-copyright-and-cultural-appropriation-risks/SDCNTG2MIVAQXIGRWUA7DL6OMY/

Kiwi band The Beths have instruments and gear stolen while on tour in France
The Beths are the second band to be hit by thieves while on tour in France this year.
Published: 3:49PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/kiwi-band-the-beths-have-instruments-and-gear-stolen-while-on-tour-in-france/R7KC63TMHRHBXFQAWL2MZZHD7M/

Madonna contemplated suicide during the custody battle over her son Rocco Ritchie
She recalled sobbing on tour nights while fighting ex-husband Guy Ritchie in 2016.
Published: 3:39PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/madonna-contemplated-suicide-during-the-custody-battle-over-her-son-rocco-ritchie/GEAE7RRTTREYZOWJYZP2YVK43E/

Josh Hartnett hospitalised after crash
The 47-year-old actor has been filming a Netflix series in Newfoundland.
Published: 2:24PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/josh-hartnett-hospitalised-after-crash/2TBIJ7EYPZALZHGMOCJXSHZHVU/

Comedian Madeleine Sami confirmed as new host of The Traitors NZ season 3
After weeks of speculation, the Herald can finally reveal who is stepping into the role.
Published: 12:28PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/comedian-madeleine-sami-confirmed-as-new-host-of-the-traitors-nz-season-3/Q27SKVNIYJBVZMUF6NZUK6WCLY/

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban split after 19 years together
The couple, married in 2006, share two daughters aged 17 and 14.
Published: 11:27AM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/nicole-kidman-and-keith-urban-split-after-19-years-together/HAKE262OSRHRLINPCPMTVZUJRI/

Bruce Springsteen surprises New York film premiere with speech on American Dream
Bruce Springsteen made a surprise appearance at the New York Film Festival.
Published: 9:14AM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/bruce-springsteen-surprises-new-york-film-premiere-with-speech-on-american-dream/AH3TFYINQVEBLG43AGSJQHUJZM/

Lifestyle Newsroom
Five dairy myths experts want to correct
New York Times: The truth about raw milk, lactose intolerance, low-fat dairy and more.
Published: 6:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/five-dairy-myths-experts-want-to-correct/WKFZMAT72NBEHGJ4STE5X4YPG4/

Inside the secret world of Kiwis working on billionaires’ superyachts
Privilege, romance, and dark secrets are all part of life above and below deck.
Published: 1:27PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/inside-the-secret-world-of-kiwis-working-on-billionaires-superyachts/CNDMQIWOPJF5BCGG2T3FJAUQBU/

What researchers suspect may be fuelling cancer among millennials
Modern life might be rewriting the body’s cellular fate, scientists say.
Published: 1:00PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/what-researchers-suspect-may-be-fuelling-cancer-among-millennials/X743XYHU45GOBLIWVYQGBJP7GE/

Summer festivals and events guide: What’s on around New Zealand in 2025-26
From sports and comedians to art and music festivals, bookmark these events across NZ.
Published: 12:18PM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/travel/summer-festivals-and-events-guide-whats-on-around-new-zealand-in-2025-26/3CKXNF3J4BEGTPYP5IPTABCVEE/

Basketball star Tiana Mangakahia dies of breast cancer weeks before joining Wellington’s Tokomanawa Queens
Designer Kiri Nathan collaborated with the star before her death to fundraise for a cure.
Published: 9:45AM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/basketball-star-tiana-mangakahia-dies-of-breast-cancer-weeks-before-joining-wellingtons-tokomanawa-queens/P7Y77VOEYJEQXPBO3UZ3CHPS4A/

The most common fantasies I see as a sex therapist and what they reveal about you
Telegraph: Fantasies can tell us a lot about ourselves and our real-life relationships.
Published: 7:00AM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/the-most-common-fantasies-i-see-as-a-sex-therapist-and-what-they-reveal-about-you/HLSJQI3MXBDCZP5PYIAPVYJG4Q/

Suzanne Lynch on the power of saying yes - Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
The music icon has a simple mantra: “Keep smiling, keep saying yes, you’re doing great.”
Published: 7:00AM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/suzanne-lynch-on-the-power-of-saying-yes-ask-me-anything-with-paula-bennett/4NPSARY3EBGS3LXYO7TQMUOQ4Y/

Baby formula from Chemist Warehouse under investigation after Auckland mum allegedly finds bugs
NZ Food Safety will independently test the product to rule out wider risks.
Published: 5:00AM 30 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/baby-formula-from-chemist-warehouse-under-investigation-after-auckland-mum-allegedly-finds-bugs/DUNRZCOOFZDP5OH6JM2YPW56HM/

From the manosphere to tradwives: Why are young women embracing traditional gender roles?
OPINION: The online manosphere and tradwives movements may be behind the shift.
Published: 8:02PM 29 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/from-the-manosphere-to-tradwives-why-are-young-women-embracing-traditional-gender-roles/ZT5BJ33TDZFWRFPBWQZ35IKEBA/

What six glasses of wine a week really does to your brain
Telegraph: What you need to know about your weekly drinking habit.
Published: 6:00PM 29 September 2025
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/what-six-glasses-of-wine-a-week-really-does-to-your-brain/VCTBBA253FGK3C3BXWQ4KKJMYM/

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