Good Morning - Today is: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 08:31:02 NZST
Current: 6.5°C, Max: 10.7°C, Min: 4.4°C. It feels like 4.9°C
FORECAST: Cloudy skies this morning will become partly cloudy this afternoon. High 14C. Winds SE at 10 to 15 km/h. It feels like 4.9°C. 4 clothing layers recommended.
Station Forecast: Settled fine | Sunrise: 07:13 | Sunset: 17:34 | Dawn: 06:44 | Dusk: 18:02
Weather Forecast
Temperature : Current trend is Falling, changing by -0.0 °C/hr 6.5°C, 94%   Pressure : Current trend is Rising slowly, changing by 0.5 hPa/hr 1021.9hPa
Based upon today's weather there is a Low Fire Danger (restrictions may apply)
Fire Danger
Wind Speed :  SSW  Current wind speed is Light air (F1) from SSW (204°) 3km/h   Wind Gust : Current trend is Steady 5km/h
Air Quality :   AQI  0ug/m3   Rainfall : Current trend is Steady 0.0mm
Sun Light : 14.1klx, 1.5hrs   Solar UV :  1.0UVI  111W/m2
Last weather station contact: Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 08:36:05. Updated in seconds

The Palmy Sun
Palmy Weather News presented in-conjunction with: Radio New Zealand, New Zealand Herald and Stuff
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
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Latest Top 3 News Stories
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Former Silver Ferns captain Ana Noovao dies aged 58. Ana Noovao in action for Auckland in 1992. Photo / Photosport Source: NZ Herald.
Ana Noovao in action for Auckland in 1992. Photo / Photosport. Source: NZ Herald
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Solar panel fears: The shadow of a fight over Napier’s six-storey high-density future. Lyndon Watson (inset) says his family are working to protect the rights of people investing in clean energy across New Zealand. Source: NZ Herald.
Lyndon Watson (inset) says his family are working to protect the rights of people investing in clean energy across New Zealand.. Source: NZ Herald
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Richlist Nakhle family court battle: Judge liquidates insolvent horseracing companies. Henriette Nakhle (left) and son Daniel Nakhle are involved in a legal feud amid allegations millions of dollars have been 'misappropriated' from the family's businesses. Composite images / Herald graphic Source: NZ Herald.
Henriette Nakhle (left) and son Daniel Nakhle are involved in a legal feud amid allegations millions of dollars have been 'misappropriated' from the family's busi.... Source: NZ Herald
 Former Silver Ferns captain Ana Noovao dies aged 58
Ana Noovao made her Silver Ferns debut in 1989.
Published: 7:08AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/netball/silver-ferns/former-silver-ferns-captain-ana-noovao-dies-aged-58/E32CGC7XNBBDVIU2HZYPCD754A/

 Solar panel fears: The shadow of a fight over Napier’s six-storey high-density future
'A high-rise built anywhere within that massive site will project a sweeping shadow.'
Published: 7:19AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/hawkes-bay-today/news/solar-panel-fears-the-shadow-of-a-fight-over-napiers-six-story-high-density-future/3SKLIVYPARGRPPDWYEEHVSTQTM/

 Richlist Nakhle family court battle: Judge liquidates insolvent horseracing companies
Surprise $7m Westpac debt reassignment labelled 'desperate last-minute tactic'.
Published: 5:00AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/auckland/richlist-nakhle-family-court-battle-judge-liquidates-insolvent-horseracing-companies/premium/ON3QTU4IYFEYRERLGKQN5PNVKY/

Manawatū Local Newsroom
Tonic for primary healthcare proves to be a boost
Kauri Healthcare celebrates being “in a good place” after 10 years of nurturing a new workforce.
Published: 4:30AM 11 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361059372/tonic-primary-healthcare-proves-be-boost

NovoLabs shares regional innovation success with visiting PM
A tech venture in Manawatū is widening its net as it builds global belief in its technology, though it is finding confidence in New Zealand technology is its own challenge.
Published: 4:30PM 10 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361059623/novolabs-shares-regional-innovation-success-visiting-pm

Charities raise money for Kaimanawa muster, save horses from culling
Kaimanawa wild horse charities have raised enough money for a fourth muster of the year, and found enough homes for a small group of animals living in an ecologically sensitive area of the North Island's central plateau.
Published: 4:25PM 10 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361059466/charities-raise-money-kaimanawa-muster-save-horses-culling

Wild comeback seals thrilling Turbos win over Southland
This was payback for last year’s meltdown in Invercargill.
Published: 11:36AM 10 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361059257/wild-comeback-seals-thrilling-turbos-win-over-southland

Call to regulate burial costs to ease families’ burden
As the “monopoly provider” of death care services and infrastructure across Aotearoa, councils need to do more to keep costs down, according to the New Zealand Funeral Directors Association.
Published: 4:30AM 10 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361058763/we-arent-too-bad-here-palmy-nationwide-councils-approach-death-services-similar-rates

Just Zilch goes solar with Meridian Energy grant
Meridian Energy is helping three Palmerston North community groups to put solar panels on the roof.
Published: 4:00AM 10 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361058670/just-zilch-goes-solar-meridian-energy-grant

Campaign to inform and advocate for tax reform
Workshop aims to help people understand how to make taxes fair and sufficient to support public services.
Published: 4:00AM 10 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361058460/campaign-inform-and-advocate-tax-reform

Victim’s perpetrator held to account 50 years after sexual abuse
A Feilding man who sexually abused a young boy several times in the mid-1970s has been sentenced to community work as jurisdictional issues do not allow a judge to impose a more punitive term.
Published: 1:00PM 09 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361057380/victims-perpetrator-held-account-50-years-after-sexual-abuse

Manawatū and Tararua cross with Palmerston North
Palmerston North’s neighbours oppose being included in the city’s potential merger proposals.
Published: 4:30AM 08 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361058722/manawatu-and-tararua-cross-palmerston-north

Luxon hypes up National candidate Bansal’s campaign launch
Ankit Bansal believes he can finally turn Palmerston North blue.
Published: 4:30AM 08 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361057766/luxon-hypes-national-candidate-bansal-upset-palmerston-north

Mementos of the past track our changes
Even the smallest or seemingly mundane items can acquire cultural significance through the passage of item.
Published: 4:00AM 08 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361057205/back-issues-mementos-past-track-changes

New bus routes are coming, but rural parents still upset
The Ministry of Education is working on establishing a new service, but sentiment at a public meeting shows many parents are not happy about changes.
Published: 4:00AM 08 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361057778/new-bus-routes-around-corner-rural-parents-still-upset

Tuneful tributes play on for jazz man ‘Johnny Mac’
Johnny McCormick was a man of music, style and many friends - and all three were deeply entwined.
Published: 5:14PM 07 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361058211/tuneful-tributes-play-jazz-man-johnny-mac

‘Extreme violence’: Community detention for shearer’s abuse of lambs
A judge has declined to impose a two-year ban on owning animals for a Palmerston North man caught ill-treating lambs in an undercover sting.
Published: 1:27PM 07 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361058612/extreme-violence-community-detention-shearers-abuse-lambs

Road upgrade runs over budget
Taking a shabby Ashhurst street up to residential standards has cost way more than expected.
Published: 11:00AM 07 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361057860/road-upgrade-runs-over-budget

Racing club has faith in Awapuni’s long-term future
Racing won’t be back before 2028 and the racecourse has taken a financial hit.
Published: 4:00AM 07 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361057175/racing-club-has-faith-awapunis-long-term-future

‘He brings world-class expertise’: Waitī Waters boss appointed
As Wellington residents receive their first water bill under new water entity Tiaki Wai, Wairarapa’s entity is making progress towards its go-live date of July 1, 2027.
Published: 2:03PM 06 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361057549/he-brings-world-class-expertise-waiti-waters-boss-appointed

Palmerston North and Horowhenua team up, open to more friends
City and district councillors have agreed to tell the local government minister they’re committed to working together on an amalgamation plan.
Published: 4:00AM 06 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361057083/palmerston-north-and-horowhenua-team-open-more-friends

Horowhenua parents to hear from expert in keeping kids safe online
It takes just seconds for a child to be exposed to harmful online content "far beyond what they're emotionally ready to process" an online safety educator warns.
Published: 5:27PM 05 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361056573/once-theyve-seen-it-they-cant-unsee-it-horowhenua-parents-hear-expert-keeping-kids-safe-online

Man declined discharge without conviction for sex with underage partner
A man who had a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old girl when he was almost five years her senior has failed to convince a judge the consequences of a conviction will outweigh the gravity of his offending.
Published: 5:00PM 05 August 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361057090/man-declined-discharge-without-conviction-sex-underage-partner

New Zealand Newsroom
Where have all the ATMs gone?
The number of bank-owned ATMs has dropped 32 percent over the past decade.
Published: 8:05AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/personal-finance/957512/where-have-all-the-atms-gone

Police didn't know child victim's name in reopened abuse case, documents reveal
A review into how police handled 40 child protection complaints has already triggered nine reports of concern.
Published: 7:59AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/956178/police-didn-t-know-child-victim-s-name-in-reopened-abuse-case-documents-reveal

The family business behind Air New Zealand’s iconic lolly
How an inflight revelation became a reality. Plus, how many lollies can you politely take?
Published: 7:52AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/food/the-family-business-behind-air-new-zealand-s-iconic-lolly

All Blacks suffer scare as Cam Roigard pulled from lineup
Star halfback Cam Roigard won't be involved in the All Blacks game against the Sharks on Wednesday morning.
Published: 7:26AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/957130/all-blacks-suffer-scare-as-cam-roigard-pulled-from-lineup

Number of teens with no qualifications higher than reported
The Education Ministry's method of counting qualifications is no secret, but it was still a surprise to principals spoken to by RNZ.
Published: 7:25AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/education/956853/number-of-teens-with-no-qualifications-higher-than-reported

Uni students skipping meals and classes to keep on top of bills
One in three students in a survey said they had skipped a meal in the previous week because they can't afford to eat.
Published: 6:58AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/education/956794/uni-students-skipping-meals-and-classes-to-keep-on-top-of-bills

Workers in University of Otago building exposed to asbestos for years
The contaminated material was within the Adams Building, which is home to the Department of Public Health in central Dunedin.
Published: 6:44AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/957511/workers-in-university-of-otago-building-exposed-to-asbestos-for-years

Union files complaint with police watchdog over response to violent mental health patient
Staff claimed police officers stood by while the male patient tried to break down a door and threatened to hurt them for more than an hour.
Published: 6:16AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/957193/union-files-complaint-with-police-watchdog-over-response-to-violent-mental-health-patient

$75k in dodgy subscription payments blocked each day - Westpac
The businesses involved aren't necessarily acting fraudulently because they often disclose details in the fine print - but that can be hard for customers to access.
Published: 6:11AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/957127/75k-in-dodgy-subscription-payments-blocked-each-day-westpac

A 'living room for the city': Nelson pub at risk of closure under council civic centre plans
A popular pub in a 100-year-old former church could face closure under one of three multi-million dollar options for a new library, community hub and civic centre.
Published: 4:30AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/956177/a-living-room-for-the-city-nelson-pub-at-risk-of-closure-under-council-civic-centre-plans

Coroner finds Corrections missed risk assessment before Invercargill inmate Nukuroa Strange's death
Nukuroa Strange died in his cell after he was shifted out of a unit for at-risk prisoners.
Published: 4:30AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/regional/956176/coroner-finds-corrections-missed-risk-assessment-before-invercargill-inmate-nukuroa-strange-s-death

Southland road closed overnight after serious crash
One person is in hospital with serious to critical injuries.
Published: 10:30PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergencies_local/954823/southland-road-closed-overnight-after-serious-crash

Council pushes Ohakune's water restoration another 24 hours
Ruapehu District's mayor has reversed an earlier pessimistic assessment of the town's water woes, and says service could be restored by 5pm.
Published: 9:35PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergencies_local/950129/council-pushes-ohakune-s-water-restoration-another-24-hours

Labour MP Ayesha Verrall recovering from unplanned surgery
The party's health spokesperson posted on social media on Monday evening that while the surgery was unplanned, it was "much-needed".
Published: 8:25PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/954166/labour-mp-ayesha-verrall-recovering-from-unplanned-surgery

Student surge during free power hour knocks out network
Free power periods are causing high demand in Dunedin's student area, and electricity networks were not built to manage the spikes.
Published: 7:29PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/953620/student-surge-during-free-power-hour-knocks-out-network

Ohakune businesses hurting as water restoration still another 24 hours away
Schools and eateries were closed on Monday and one motel reported losing a substantial booking.
Published: 5:59PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergencies_local/953303/ohakune-businesses-hurting-as-water-restoration-still-another-24-hours-away

Convicted insider trader Peter Huljich banned from being company director
Huljich is banned from being a director for seven years from his conviction on 3 November 2023
Published: 5:23PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/953260/convicted-insider-trader-peter-huljich-banned-from-being-company-director

Children as young as 7 seeking help as Youthline calls reach record high
Four young people a day are connected with emergency services because they're at immediate risk of harm.
Published: 4:51PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/953044/children-as-young-as-7-seeking-help-as-youthline-calls-reach-record-high

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Global Newsroom
Was suspect in UK politician’s murder linked to arson attack on MP’s home?
Police are investigating whether the same man was responsible for both attacks.
Published: 7:57AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/was-suspect-in-uk-politicians-murder-linked-to-arson-attack-on-mps-home/2CIWGD4HYFFUFO5DJSXP55MRAI/

Trump says he will seek compensation after Iran demanded war reparations
The President's comments risk putting a quick peace deal even further from reach.
Published: 7:42AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/trump-says-he-will-seek-compensation-after-iran-demanded-war-reparations/KSOCFX7IXVCSTPCOSMY6K32SKI/

Radio station broke rules accidentally broadcasting report of King’s death
The report went to air after an employee played a pre-recorded obituary out of curiosity.
Published: 6:12AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/radio-station-broke-rules-accidentally-broadcasting-report-of-kings-death/PD466JGTRZF5TAPC56BZLX4X3M/

Colombia death toll rises as search for survivors continues after 7.4 quake
The quake's epicentre was 100km deep and was felt in Equador, Panama and Venezuela.
Published: 5:17AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/colombia-raises-quake-death-toll-to-69-as-search-for-survivors-continues/NEZZPOU37JFIROLE2HO5O4CWYM/

Former Thai MP Chalong Riewrang arrested after alleged shooting
The arrest came days after a school shooting in the same region.
Published: 8:35PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/former-thai-mp-chalong-riewrang-arrested-after-alleged-shooting/4T6OFWD62JABNBBWNKQZUOLABE/

Sex doll mistaken for decomposing body found in suitcase in NSW, sparking investigation
NSW's top cop defended police over the inquiry, saying correct processes were followed.
Published: 5:00PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/sex-doll-mistaken-for-decomposing-body-found-in-suitcase-in-nsw-sparking-investigation/43D7NFDTYZGURFI622KUSRLTUI/

How Japan minimised deaths from a major quake
New York Times: Deadly tremors a decade ago have taught Japan lessons for today.
Published: 3:13PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/how-japan-minimised-deaths-from-a-major-quake/premium/E2RDV4LQRFGSXJLDPGO7ILVJM4/

Trump says legal halt on White House ballroom is a national security threat
An appeals court blocked ongoing work on the project on Friday.
Published: 6:18AM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/trump-says-legal-halt-on-white-house-ballroom-is-a-national-security-threat/HG77E4YAHBE6NM6AGWUIQMHHEU/

Netanyahu rejects Gaza peace plan in fresh break from Trump
Israeli operations have killed 1258 Palestinians since the ceasefire.
Published: 5:49AM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/netanyahu-rejects-gaza-peace-plan-in-fresh-break-from-trump/A23HVICUWBDGVP5VYW3KJ24AKY/

Iran will not reopen Strait of Hormuz without US meeting Tehran’s demands
Tehran has released a shopping list of conditions, including war reparations from the US.
Published: 5:25AM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/iran-will-not-reopen-strait-of-hormuz-without-us-meeting-tehrans-demands/UMRJHTGAP5CYBFOLA5F4GCU7AQ/

Sports Newsroom
All Blacks suffer scare as Cam Roigard pulled from lineup
Star halfback Cam Roigard won't be involved in the All Blacks game against the Sharks on Wednesday morning.
Published: 7:26AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/957130/all-blacks-suffer-scare-as-cam-roigard-pulled-from-lineup

Murray Mexted warns All Blacks of South Africa's rugby intensity
The former All Black says he wonders if the current crop of players can live up to the "reputation we have in South Africa".
Published: 4:30AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/956180/murray-mexted-warns-all-blacks-of-south-africa-s-rugby-intensity

NZ Warriors sign Sam McIntyre to boost forward stocks for 2027
The NRL club will lose several forwards from its contracted squad next season, including co-captain Mitch Barnett.
Published: 8:09PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/953386/nz-warriors-sign-sam-mcintyre-to-boost-forward-stocks-for-2027

'Best rugby we've seen' - Black Ferns coach Whitney Hansen hails full-time Aupiki programme
The 2026 season was the first time Super Rugby Aupiki operated as a fully professional competition where squads assembled full-time during the week for the duration of the campaign.
Published: 5:55PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/953445/best-rugby-we-ve-seen-black-ferns-coach-whitney-hansen-hails-full-time-aupiki-programme

Razor in the NRL? Orcas target Scott Robertson for head coach
The former All Blacks coach has been offered a four-year deal with the proposed Southern Orcas club, despite never having coached rugby league.
Published: 5:34PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/952888/razor-in-the-nrl-orcas-target-scott-robertson-for-head-coach

NPC: Hannah's heroics, battlers play out a thriller, Magpies march on
Round two of the NPC saw Canterbury take back the Ranfurly Shield from Otago.
Published: 3:49PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/952666/npc-hannah-s-heroics-battlers-play-out-a-thriller-magpies-march-on

Five new faces named in Black Ferns end of year squad
Five uncapped players have been named in a 31-strong Black Ferns squad that will play eight Tests for the remainder of 2026.
Published: 11:30AM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/951255/five-new-faces-named-in-black-ferns-end-of-year-squad

Midfielder Billy Proctor's All Blacks tour over, could Mo'unga get the call up?
Coach Dave Rennie is "working through the process" on who will replace the injured Billy Proctor.
Published: 7:18AM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/949732/midfielder-billy-proctor-s-all-blacks-tour-over-could-mo-unga-get-the-call-up

Two debutants named in All Blacks team to play Sharks, Luke Jacobson to captain
Luke Jacobson will also captain the All Blacks for the first time in their second match of the South Africa tour.
Published: 6:18AM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/947503/two-debutants-named-in-all-blacks-team-to-play-sharks-luke-jacobson-to-captain

Basketball: Fairytale send-off for Southland Sharks coach with NBL grand final win
The Southland Sharks have won a nail-biting national basketball league final by beating the Wellington Saints 104-101 in overtime in Invercargill.
Published: 6:22PM 09 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/946111/basketball-fairytale-send-off-for-southland-sharks-coach-with-nbl-grand-final-win

Canterbury defeat Otago 19-15 for Ranfurly Shield
Canterbury have won back the Ranfurly Shield after beating holders Otago 19-15 in a classic Southern derby in Dunedin.
Published: 4:32PM 09 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/945921/canterbury-defeat-otago-19-15-for-ranfurly-shield

News In Pictures
Speculation over Luxon’s leadership returns. Source: Stuff.
Speculation over Luxon’s
leadership returns.

Source: Stuff
Published: 8:12AM 11/08/2026
Former Silver Ferns captain Ana Noovao dies aged 58. Source: Stuff.
Former Silver Ferns captain Ana
Noovao dies aged 58.

Source: Stuff
Published: 8:00AM 11/08/2026
Subtitles on or off? The TV habit people have surprisingly strong feelings about. Source: Stuff.
Subtitles on or off? The TV
habit people have surprisingly
strong feelings about.

Source: Stuff
Published: 8:00AM 11/08/2026
Defence lawyer takes aim at psychiatrist's care before Lindsay Clancy killed her 3 kids. Source: Stuff.
Defence lawyer takes aim at
psychiatrist's care before
Lindsay Clancy killed her 3
kids.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:18AM 11/08/2026
Ben Jones, good ol' boy 'Dukes of Hazzard' actor and 2-term US House member, dies at 84. Source: Stuff.
Ben Jones, good ol' boy 'Dukes
of Hazzard' actor and 2-term US
House member, dies at 84.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:18AM 11/08/2026
A man accused of orchestrating Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing is on trial. Here's what to know. Source: Stuff.
A man accused of orchestrating
Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing is
on trial. Here's what to know.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:17AM 11/08/2026
Zuckerberg spokesperson says his yacht did not hear call for maritime assist. Source: Stuff.
Zuckerberg spokesperson says
his yacht did not hear call for
maritime assist.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:17AM 11/08/2026
As AI grips world, the thrill of collecting vintage computers is growing. Source: Stuff.
As AI grips world, the thrill
of collecting vintage computers
is growing.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:16AM 11/08/2026
Ukrainian drone attack on an oil hub deep inside Russia kills 13, officials say. Source: Stuff.
Ukrainian drone attack on an
oil hub deep inside Russia
kills 13, officials say.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:15AM 11/08/2026
From Uniqlo to Zara, clothing brands try to win over Gen Z with a needle and thread. Source: Stuff.
From Uniqlo to Zara, clothing
brands try to win over Gen Z
with a needle and thread.

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Published: 7:15AM 11/08/2026
A blocked Iranian flight to Yemen set off Houthis' latest spiral with Saudi Arabia. Source: Stuff.
A blocked Iranian flight to
Yemen set off Houthis' latest
spiral with Saudi Arabia.

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Published: 7:15AM 11/08/2026
UK and France prepare for another heat wave as western Europe sets new temperature record. Source: Stuff.
UK and France prepare for
another heat wave as western
Europe sets new temperature
record.

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Published: 7:14AM 11/08/2026
Ukraine's push to cripple Russia in Crimea is just getting started, drone chief says. Source: Stuff.
Ukraine's push to cripple
Russia in Crimea is just
getting started, drone chief
says.

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Published: 7:14AM 11/08/2026
Chinese users of AI companions bereft after government tightens regulations. Source: Stuff.
Chinese users of AI companions
bereft after government
tightens regulations.

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Published: 7:14AM 11/08/2026
Gun All Blacks halfback withdrawn from Sharks game. Source: Stuff.
Gun All Blacks halfback
withdrawn from Sharks game.

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Published: 6:16AM 11/08/2026
‘I just presumed that is what boys did’: Teen raped and abused by youths she thought were her friends. Source: Stuff.
‘I just presumed that is what
boys did’: Teen raped and
abused by youths she thought
were her friends.

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Published: 4:00AM 11/08/2026
‘We’ve been ignored’: Neighbours fume as townhouses green lit for affluent street. Source: Stuff.
‘We’ve been ignored’:
Neighbours fume as townhouses
green lit for affluent street.

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Published: 4:00AM 11/08/2026
Chris Bishop blocks council plan to tackle forestry slash and erosion. Source: Stuff.
Chris Bishop blocks council
plan to tackle forestry slash
and erosion.

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Published: 4:00AM 11/08/2026
‘Grab that cardboard, bruv’: Paddy Gower sleeps a night with the homeless and gets ‘moved on’. Source: Stuff.
‘Grab that cardboard,
bruv’: Paddy Gower sleeps a
night with the homeless and
gets ‘moved on’.

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Published: 4:00AM 11/08/2026
I paid $183 for two pizzas. Here’s why this mistake happens more often than we realise. Source: Stuff.
I paid $183 for two pizzas.
Here’s why this mistake
happens more often than we
realise.

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Published: 4:00AM 11/08/2026
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Business Newsroom
Where have all the ATMs gone?
The country's largest bank has cut its ATM numbers by 85 in two years.
Published: 8:15AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/where-have-all-the-atms-gone/SASH63GFTZDUPB6HIAAFNP5L5Y/

Accor to open two new Mantra hotels in Hamilton in 2027
Accor's two new Hamilton hotels will add 92 rooms from 2027.
Published: 5:00AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/tourism/accor-to-open-two-new-mantra-hotels-in-hamilton-in-2027/premium/FL3OBH4AIRCFTBM6CVWYGL6WFQ/

NZ sharemarket gains 0.5% after Contact’s strong result – Market close
The S&P/NZX50 Index closed at 13,888.24, up 64.11 points or 0.46%.
Published: 6:36PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/markets/shares/nz-sharemarket-gains-05-after-contacts-strong-result-market-close/premium/WDQ62TK7TVCCFJ4HXS2Q4MSDKI/

Peter Huljich handed seven-year ban over Pushpay share sale
Peter Huljich is banned from financial markets management for seven years.
Published: 5:37PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/peter-huljich-handed-seven-year-ban-over-pushpay-share-sale/premium/FGLMWU7LXFEJRA44LN7NXDERYQ/

Barrenjoey linked to possible Craigs Investment Partners deal
Insiders have questioned whether New Zealand can support six brokers.
Published: 5:30PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/barrenjoey-linked-to-possible-craigs-investment-partners-deal/ID4NIC2LNFGC5MUELBC3XK5UL4/

Contact Energy and CDC explore 250MW Stratford data centre
Contact and CDC are exploring a 250MW data centre at Stratford.
Published: 3:41PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/energy/contact-energy-and-cdc-explore-250mw-stratford-data-centre/premium/UWDPF74QKFB5LJEL6EA5NS5KIE/

Bread brand Bürgen announces departure from New Zealand market
The bread brand announced the move in a Facebook post yesterday.
Published: 3:16PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/bread-brand-burgen-announces-departure-from-new-zealand-market/PKCC273TVREBFPOXYXRFGSSEFA/

Bremworth’s largest shareholder lines up $20m partial takeover
The offer follows opposition to Bremworth's sale to Godfrey Hirst.
Published: 3:11PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/bremworths-largest-shareholder-lines-up-20m-partial-takeover/JSHE67UXSFDZVL6SHPK76TAYRY/

QV House Price Index shows average house prices fell 1.5% in July quarter as winter chill hits
But there are a handful of regions bucking the trend in both the North and South Islands.
Published: 11:16AM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/qv-house-price-index-shows-average-house-prices-fell-15-in-july-quarter-as-winter-chill-hits/FFJF2L7VPFBELFQPNDVAL5CZUU/

Meet Heirest: A customisable jewellery brand with a consumer-first focus
Founded by Liam Whittaker, the Heirest brand aims to transform the market.
Published: 10:00AM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/retail/meet-heirest-a-customisable-jewellery-brand-with-a-consumer-first-focus/premium/FO6NMWVEEBGEJABE4ISD3VD5TA/

Politics Newsroom
Christopher Luxon's grip on leadership questioned again
It follows a week of communication gaffes and a fresh report his MPs are unhappy.
Published: 8:22AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/politics_election-2026/957825/christopher-luxon-s-grip-on-leadership-questioned-again

Amalgamation to deliver 'more efficient' system, Simon Watts says
The local government minister says about 44 councils have submitted Head Start proposals, while less than 20 haven't.
Published: 8:08AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/958671/amalgamation-to-deliver-more-efficient-system-simon-watts-says

Labour MP sounds alarm about 115,000 on dormant electoral roll
Willow-Jean Prime is sounding the alarm after discovering she was moved on to the dormant roll earlier this year without her knowledge.
Published: 5:52AM 11 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/956884/labour-mp-sounds-alarm-about-115-000-on-dormant-electoral-roll

Labour MP Ayesha Verrall recovering from unplanned surgery
The party's health spokesperson posted on social media on Monday evening that while the surgery was unplanned, it was "much-needed".
Published: 8:25PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/954166/labour-mp-ayesha-verrall-recovering-from-unplanned-surgery

Chris Hipkins officially rules out working with New Zealand First in any government he leads
The NZ First leader took to social media to say Hipkins had 'severe learning difficulties'.
Published: 7:15PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/politics_election-2026/952667/chris-hipkins-officially-rules-out-working-with-new-zealand-first-in-any-government-he-leads

ACT wants to make student services fee voluntary
The fee helps go towards the services and facilities that students use.
Published: 7:11PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/953827/act-wants-to-make-student-services-fee-voluntary

Voters' digest: Election 2026 by the numbers
The Electoral Commission has launched its enrolment campaign, along with a hefty serving of the latest stats.
Published: 4:59PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/politics_election-2026/953100/voters-digest-election-2026-by-the-numbers

Māori housing policy going backwards, report finds
Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled people and renters remain the most affected by persistent housing inequality, a new report has found.
Published: 4:02PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/952724/maori-housing-policy-going-backwards-report-finds

Long Covid sufferers call on politicians to do more to help those with the disease
People with Long Covid are calling on politicians to collect better data on the disease, and enable those with it to access disability support services.
Published: 3:23PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/politics_election-2026/952056/long-covid-sufferers-call-on-politicians-to-do-more-to-help-those-with-the-disease

Christopher Luxon suggests fuel excise tax rise, accommodation levy if National re-elected
Asked on Morning Report what new taxes National would introduce, Luxon pointed to "existing policy" such as the fuel excise tax.
Published: 2:30PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/950118/christopher-luxon-suggests-fuel-excise-tax-rise-accommodation-levy-if-national-re-elected

Electoral Commission campaign looks to educate voters after enrolment changes
The Electoral Commission is hoping staff training and resources will help prevent potential disenfranchisement after enrolment changes brought in by the government.
Published: 2:13PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/politics_election-2026/952363/electoral-commission-campaign-looks-to-educate-voters-after-enrolment-changes

Pacific Islands Forum fails to reach consensus on anti-missile statement against China
Pacific Islands Forum foreign ministers failed to agree on a unified statement against China after it fired a nuclear-capable missile into Pacific waters.
Published: 10:27PM 07 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/pacific/929410/pacific-islands-forum-fails-to-reach-consensus-on-anti-missile-statement-against-china

NZ cyber watchdog tests government code to improve security against rogue AI
This follows a handful of cases worldwide of advanced AI models escaping test arenas in some cases to launch their own cyber attacks.
Published: 1:06PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/951969/nz-cyber-watchdog-tests-government-code-to-improve-security-against-rogue-ai

First 500 schools to benefit from Solar in Schools programme announced
Forty schools in the North Island, 157 in the South Island and three in the Chathams will have solar panels installed as part of the pilot for the $30 million programme announced in this year's Budget.
Published: 12:41PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/950575/first-500-schools-to-benefit-from-solar-in-schools-programme-announced

Most teachers want NCEA to be improved, not removed - survey
Just a quarter of respondents agreed the government's replacement qualification is a step in the right direction.
Published: 12:18PM 10 August 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/education/951701/most-teachers-want-ncea-to-be-improved-not-removed-survey

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Entertainment Newsroom
Synthony Festival 2027 line-up announced, L.A.B among the headline acts
The annual Auckland Domain festival attracts about 50,000 people.
Published: 7:00AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/synthony-festival-2027-line-up-announced-lab-among-the-headline-acts/HOLTUUHNPJBSXBV67GNHOB72LU/

The rise of middle-age nostalgia concert tours in New Zealand
Robbie Williams has sold out Christchurch’s 37,000-capacity Te Kaha stadium.
Published: 2:00PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/millennial-mania-the-rise-of-middle-age-nostalgia-concert-tours-in-new-zealand-explained/YDJ5DOCJNVCDJP2GJ7S7IUB5C4/

On Ted Lasso, Hannah Waddingham is ruthless. Off camera, she’s ‘quite a goofy nugget’
New York Times: How the Ted Lasso star beat a path from musical theatre to screen.
Published: 1:00PM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/on-ted-lasso-hannah-waddingham-is-ruthless-off-camera-shes-quite-a-goofy-nugget/premium/B74WPXKM55BWXA4QR75AFIOK5A/

Keen Ruffalo says ‘Covid depression’ made him become an actor
Keen Ruffalo left fashion design studies after suffering 'Covid depression'.
Published: 12:20PM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/keen-ruffalo-says-covid-depression-made-him-become-an-actor/P7L4Z5WEBBGUFI2KPDH2VVVMF4/

Princess Lilibet makes Duchess Meghan feel brave
Meghan says Princess Lilibet inspires her to feel brave.
Published: 11:48AM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/princess-lilibet-makes-duchess-meghan-feel-brave/V72JMRAVJNGYRLIDUTMD3UFES4/

Harry Potter’s Jessie Cave credits OnlyFans for saving her family as her content out-earns acting
The actor attracts subscribers by styling her hair as characters from the films.
Published: 11:03AM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/harry-potters-jessie-cave-credits-onlyfans-for-saving-her-family-as-her-content-out-earns-acting/XFOEDHSL6RFPBBP7PMIUW2XE2Y/

Cafes are playing AI music to cut costs, so what does that mean for musicians and songwriters?
'Original music speaks to culture and identity in a way that AI just can’t deliver.'
Published: 9:00AM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/cafes-are-playing-ai-music-to-cut-cost-so-what-does-that-mean-for-musicians-and-songwriters/premium/PBRHU5TYHJC7DMU3R3V57YAZK4/

Melissa George swaps Paris for Auckland crime spree in Ms. X, Three’s hot new show
The former Home and Away teen star redefines the 'bad mom' genre.
Published: 6:00AM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/melissa-george-swaps-paris-for-auckland-crime-spree-in-ms-x-threes-hot-new-show/EDYZ6OOFBFDMZLA3YUJHKQ4PFQ/

My Secret Auckland: Karishma Grebneff shares her favourite spots in the city
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander about their favourite spots in the city.
Published: 5:00AM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/my-secret-auckland-karishma-grebneff-shares-her-favourite-spots-in-the-city/HFU35F43YFCPFHF2C6FXNDYM6M/

Madonna’s producer dead at 69 after revealing he’d made a follow-up to Ray of Light
He won multiple Grammys for producing the singer's Ray of Light.
Published: 2:10PM 08 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/madonnas-producer-dead-at-69-after-revealing-hed-made-a-follow-up-to-ray-of-light/EQWMHZXYLFEDVMTIVLDEPLRLAE/

Lifestyle Newsroom
The sneaky kind of cholesterol that may be threatening your heart health
Washington Post: Why your Lp(a) level poses a unique cardiovascular risk.
Published: 6:00AM 11 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/the-sneaky-kind-of-cholesterol-that-may-be-threatening-your-heart-health/premium/PF5PST56VFDCPPZXNHWVJNG4UU/

Advice: He told ChatGPT he’s not proposing because of my weight gain
Washington Post: Their sex life nosedived. She snooped and found a devastating answer.
Published: 6:00PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/advice-he-told-chatgpt-hes-not-proposing-because-of-my-weight-gain/premium/JQYEREX565BB3PRNIR4I5ZEEHQ/

The healthiest supermarket breads – and what to choose to replace Bürgen
Dietitians explain what to look for – and what’s just clever marketing.
Published: 4:13PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/the-healthiest-supermarket-breads-and-what-to-choose-to-replace-burgen/premium/5BV6DOSHQJAUDJBSRLLWILQAI4/

What a dermatologist eats in a day for better skin
Washington Post: Dr Michelle Henry on the relationship between nutrition and skin health.
Published: 12:00PM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/what-a-dermatologist-eats-in-a-day-for-better-skin/premium/4NSPSLLNCFDTTJIHFH2NPWCUMA/

Aucklanders reveal how many friends they have and whether they feel lonely
And how do you compare?
Published: 10:04AM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/aucklanders-reveal-how-many-friends-they-have-and-whether-they-feel-lonely/premium/P62VI3BTIBHO7ETCBYHRTPKQNM/

Why are more young women developing heart disease?
New York Times: Rates are on the rise, but prevention is possible, experts say.
Published: 6:00AM 10 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/why-are-more-young-women-developing-heart-disease/premium/QG6HLHBJ2VAETGEYVW4D6K33GM/

Why New Zealand whisky is winning global awards
You've likely driven right past this whisky-making mecca.
Published: 7:00PM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/why-new-zealand-whisky-is-winning-global-awards/4KNS2IEZSNESJAMXLQ6XBRPX7A/

The new science of brain workouts, beyond Sudoku and crosswords
Washington Post: New evidence shows only certain types of training produce benefits.
Published: 6:00PM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/the-new-science-of-brain-workouts-beyond-sudoku-and-crosswords/premium/OU6FBXF6DRA2LNBE3YI7SCIVWM/

Stress, old age or dementia? Here’s how to tell
Telegraph: Experts reveal which symptoms are worth investigating.
Published: 4:00PM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/stress-old-age-or-dementia-heres-how-to-tell/premium/6WEHFKGWCRHZDG6CHIQZXHO5KA/

Napier mum of quads finds love again, remarries after losing husband
After the death of her first husband, Joanne Wills has found her happy ever after.
Published: 2:00PM 09 August 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/napier-mum-of-quads-finds-love-again-remarries-after-losing-husband/OJ6RZPVHKJHCJNYFTNIX6ZXZC4/

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