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FORECAST: Cloudy early with some clearing expected late. Low 4C. Winds SE at 15 to 25 km/h. It feels like 6.0°C. 4 clothing layers recommended.
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Temperature : Current trend is Falling, changing by -0.6 °C/hr 7.9°C, 78%   Pressure : Current trend is Rising slowly, changing by 0.0 hPa/hr 1034.4hPa
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Wind Speed :  E  Current wind speed is Light air (F1) from E (99°) 3km/h   Wind Gust : Current trend is Steady 10km/h
Air Quality :   AQI  0ug/m3   Rainfall : Current trend is Steady 0.0mm
Sun Light : 0Lux, 0.0hrs   Solar UV :  0.0UVI  0W/m2
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Tuesday, 30 June 2026
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Alan Hall miscarriage of justice: 2 ex-police officers on trial in Auckland. Two elderly former police officers are on trial in the High Court at Auckland accused of perverting the course of justice during the 1986 murder trial of Alan Hall. Photo / Dean Purcell Source: NZ Herald.
Two elderly former police officers are on trial in the High Court at Auckland accused of perverting the course of justice during the 1986 murder trial of Alan Hal.... Source: NZ Herald
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Black Caps v England live updates: Third test, day five from Trent Bridge. The Black Caps celebrate Henry Nicholls' run out of Joe Root on day five of the third test against England. Photo / Photosport Source: NZ Herald.
The Black Caps celebrate Henry Nicholls' run out of Joe Root on day five of the third test against England. Photo / Photosport. Source: NZ Herald
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Cult leader Kaixiao Liu thought he could wing it at Auckland homicide trial; here’s how it backfired. While asking the courts for permanent name suppression, manslaughter defendant Kaixiao Liu was repeatedly posting about his legal issues on Chinese social media. Source: NZ Herald.
While asking the courts for permanent name suppression, manslaughter defendant Kaixiao Liu was repeatedly posting about his legal issues on Chinese social media.. Source: NZ Herald
 Alan Hall miscarriage of justice: 2 ex-police officers on trial in Auckland
Alan Hall spent 17 years in jail and more on parole before his Supreme Court exoneration.
Published: 6:05PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/crime/alan-hall-miscarriage-of-justice-2-ex-police-officers-on-trial-in-auckland/D6C7FPYREJFXVFK2MQ3K64K7ZM/

 Black Caps v England live updates: Third test, day five from Trent Bridge
All the action from day five at Nottingham's Trent Bridge.
Published: 12:02AM 30 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/cricket/black-caps/black-caps-v-england-third-test-day-five-from-trent-bridge/IM5G757Q6VF55D72BCWZB6QPKA/

 Cult leader Kaixiao Liu thought he could wing it at Auckland homicide trial; here’s how it backfired
Kaixiao Liu killed Shulai Wang, whose body was found in a bag in Auckland's Gulf Harbour.
Published: 6:00PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/crime/cult-leader-kaixiao-liu-thought-he-could-wing-it-at-auckland-homicide-trial-heres-how-it-backfired/premium/ZTNU6FEDEFAQHI4WOPPP27TEVY/

Manawatū Local Newsroom
Drugged driver trying to ‘intercept meth’ forces motorist off road in fatal crash
A driver rammed another vehicle off the road after chasing it for 27 minutes and at speeds of more than 130kph in a bid to steal drugs from its occupants, a court has heard.
Published: 7:00PM 29 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361033467/drugged-driver-trying-intercept-meth-forces-motorist-road-fatal-crash

Police appeal for information after serious assault in Feilding car park
The assault was alleged to have taken place on June 27 in the car park near The Warehouse, Resene and Postie stores on Kimbolton Rd.
Published: 5:48PM 29 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361033874/police-appeal-information-after-serious-assault-feilding-car-park

Public help, police tactics help track down alleged serial burglar
A man has been arrested in relation to a crime spree which allegedly targeted properties, including a high school, across the Rangitīkei and Manawatū districts.
Published: 4:57PM 29 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361033846/public-help-police-tactics-help-track-down-alleged-serial-burglar

A resolute, affecting chronicle of social injustice
Though its violence is not romanticised in any way, La Haine uses its depiction of disenfranchised youths as a vehicle to embody the French phrase “La poésie est dans la rue”, meaning “The poetry is in the streets”.
Published: 2:39PM 29 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/culture/361033668/social-cinema-la-haine-resolute-chronicle-social-injustice

The biggest lesson from Ruapehu’s eruptions wasn't scientific - it was relationships
Volcanic risk management is no longer viewed purely as a scientific problem.
Published: 11:38AM 29 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361033451/biggest-lesson-ruapehus-eruptions-wasnt-scientific-it-was-relationships

Fewer than 3% of Horizons residents submit on council reforms
Fewer than 3% of the more than 100,000 people living in four Horizons districts have submitted feedback on local government reforms.
Published: 11:00AM 29 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032694/fewer-3-horizons-residents-submit-council-reforms

Firefighters battled house fire in rural Manawatū overnight
All the occupants of the house were accounted for and a fire investigator will be sent to the scene on Monday.
Published: 8:53AM 29 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361033301/firefighters-battled-house-fire-rural-manawatu-overnight

Airport terminal costs up, passenger numbers down
Palmerston North Airport’s terminal building costs are growing while passenger numbers are projected to fall.
Published: 4:00AM 29 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032189/terminal-costs-passenger-numbers-down

‘Good things take time’: restoration of beach access yet to be signed off
The Department of Conservation is assessing an easement application.
Published: 4:00AM 29 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032510/good-things-take-time-paperwork-begin-restoration-public-access-waikawa-beach-yet-be-signed

Chris Dyhrberg to lead Central Districts Water
The new water company for Palmerston North, Rangitīkei and Horowhenua has been empowered to raise its own debt.
Published: 2:30PM 28 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032936/central-districts-water-taking-shape

Thousands turn out for inaugural Feilding winter festival
The inaugural Feilding in Lights festival launch drew thousands despite the rain.
Published: 1:44PM 28 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361033183/thousands-attend-launch-feildings-month-long-winter-festival

College Old Boys may seek injunction to claim semifinal spot
COB dispute being docked points earlier in the season for fielding an ineligible player.
Published: 10:59AM 28 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032794/college-old-boys-may-seek-injunction-claim-semifinal-spot

Bush’s three-decade wait for a title is over
Former Black Fern Bex Mahoney played a crucial role in the win over Freyberg.
Published: 10:30AM 27 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032798/bushs-29-year-wait-title-over

100 years since Manawatū hosted Indian Army hockey team
Manawatū hockey registered one of its proudest achievements on June 30, 1926, when it drew 4-4 with the Indian Army hockey team.
Published: 4:00AM 27 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032273/back-issues-100-years-manawatu-hosted-indian-army-hockey-team

Massey finding its groove again under new vice-chancellor
Pierre Venter says Massey has been through a difficult time but is now in a rebuilding phase.
Published: 4:00AM 27 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032243/massey-finding-its-groove-again-under-new-vice-chancellor

Court martial: Insubordinate soldier loses rank and name suppression
An army captain insulted by a fellow soldier for kissing his girlfriend has told a court how an altercation between the pair profoundly impacted his sense of safety and trust in the military profession.
Published: 7:00PM 26 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032934/court-martial-insubordinate-soldier-loses-rank-and-name-suppression

Power cut in Awapuni
Hundreds of people in Palmerston North have been affected by a power cut.
Published: 3:45PM 26 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032861/power-cut-awapuni

Crisis meeting over lack of bowel care services
Hundreds of people are waiting, many in pain, for the restoration of gastroenterology services at Palmerston North Hospital.
Published: 3:38PM 26 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361032722/crisis-meeting-over-lack-bowel-care-services

What’s on in Manawatū: June 25-28
Gold bless the great indoors as there are plenty of events providing warm respite from the elements this weekend.
Published: 12:00PM 26 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/culture/360596480/whats-manawatu-weekend-and-beyond

No parking allowed in the middle of the road
A funeral-goer’s claim that it was legal to park in the middle of JF Kennedy Drive has been dismissed.
Published: 9:17AM 26 June 2026
Source: Stuff / The Post. https://www.thepost.co.nz/nz-news/361031699/no-parking-allowed-middle-road

New Zealand Newsroom
Kaixiao Liu's journey from failed China's Got Talent contestant to Auckland mystery death
Kaixiao Liu's has been found guilty of the kidnapping and manslaughter of one of his followers, Shulai Wang, whose body was found in Auckland's Gulf Harbour.
Published: 10:26PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/641904/kaixiao-liu-s-journey-from-failed-china-s-got-talent-contestant-to-auckland-mystery-death

'An unforgivable miscarriage of justice' - police officers accused of withholding vital evidence in Alan Hall case
The two officers have pleaded not guilty to charges of wilfully attempting to obstruct, prevent, pervert or defeat the course of justice.
Published: 9:32PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/642021/an-unforgivable-miscarriage-of-justice-police-officers-accused-of-withholding-vital-evidence-in-alan-hall-case

Spate of abandoned half-empty milk bottles baffles South Island community
On and off for almost two years, someone has been leaving half empty bottles of flavoured milk on top of a self service pump at a fuel stop in Alexandra.
Published: 7:45PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/641877/spate-of-abandoned-half-empty-milk-bottles-baffles-south-island-community

'We're running out of specialist blood cancer scientists in NZ'
New Zealand has no clear plan for recruiting and keeping scientists, says a leading blood cancer specialist who is leaving for Australia.
Published: 7:39PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/641972/we-re-running-out-of-specialist-blood-cancer-scientists-in-nz

Gulf Harbour body in a bag: No one reported her missing, so who was Shulai Wang?
Shulai Wang came to Auckland to meet the leader of a fringe religious movement. Eight months later she was dead.
Published: 7:30PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/641722/gulf-harbour-body-in-a-bag-no-one-reported-her-missing-so-who-was-shulai-wang

Last coal boiler in a NZ hospital decommissioned
The project to replace the 13 remaining coal boilers across eight Health New Zealand campuses has now finished.
Published: 7:02PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/641917/last-coal-boiler-in-a-nz-hospital-decommissioned

'It is a challenge' - Health NZ denies poor planning led to lack of gastro doctors at Palmerston North Hospital
After one specialist retired and a couple left because of unexpected illness, a lot of pressure was put on the remaining gastroenterology staff, says Health NZ.
Published: 6:41PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/health/641885/it-is-a-challenge-health-nz-denies-poor-planning-led-to-lack-of-gastro-doctors-at-palmerston-north-hospital

'No one wants to be sick forever' - ACT Party's new welfare policy slammed
ACT leader David Seymour is making huge assumptions about people he has never met, according to a beneficiary advocate.
Published: 6:24PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/641860/no-one-wants-to-be-sick-forever-act-party-s-new-welfare-policy-slammed

Rumble in Russell: Politicians have a bruising encounter with ex-All Blacks
The fundraiser for the Rugby for Life charity has grown into one of the biggest fixtures in Northland's sporting calendar.
Published: 6:00PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/641799/rumble-in-russell-politicians-have-a-bruising-encounter-with-ex-all-blacks

Convoys keep cut-off South Wairarapa community supplied
South Wairarapa residents have banded together to support each other after a storm left some cut off.
Published: 5:50PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/weather/641735/convoys-keep-cut-off-south-wairarapa-community-supplied

Former Calendar Girls dancers tell court they could not choose their clients
Nineteen dancers were fired from Calendar Girls in 2023 after protesting a new contract.
Published: 5:33PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/641194/former-calendar-girls-dancers-tell-court-they-could-not-choose-their-clients

In photos: MPs, sports stars and hāngī chef rumble in Russell
Hundreds turned out to see the Parliamentary Rugby Team take on a Russell invitational side in Saturday's Rumble in Russell. See how it all unfolded with RNZ's photo gallery.
Published: 5:32PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/641782/in-photos-mps-sports-stars-and-hangi-chef-rumble-in-russell

Gulf Harbour trial: Leader of fringe religious group and wife guilty of kidnapping and manslaughter
The body of 70-year-old Shulai Wang was found wrapped in plastic bags by a fisherman on 12 March 2024.
Published: 5:12PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/640780/gulf-harbour-trial-leader-of-fringe-religious-group-and-wife-guilty-of-kidnapping-and-manslaughter

Truck explodes into flames on Coromandel highway
State Highway 25A is closed between Kirikiri Valley Road and Puketui Road.
Published: 5:04PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/emergencies_local/641743/truck-explodes-into-flames-on-coromandel-highway

Person found dead in Te Kūiti following firearms incident
Armed police descended on the small King Country town of Te Kūiti following a firearms incident on Monday morning.
Published: 5:02PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/641127/person-found-dead-in-te-kuiti-following-firearms-incident

Another suspected overdose in Wellington brings total to six, with one death
Police say they are trying to work out if the cases are linked, including one at a luxury dog retreat on the outskirts of the city.
Published: 4:32PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/641598/another-suspected-overdose-in-wellington-brings-total-to-six-with-one-death

Aotearoa needs more Pacific representation within architecture profession, leading scholar says
Leali'ifano Dr Albert Refiti says Pacific representation in the architecture profession is critical to creating spaces that reflect the needs and values of Pasifika communities.
Published: 4:05PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/pacific/641173/aotearoa-needs-more-pacific-representation-within-architecture-profession-leading-scholar-says

1000 litres of fuel stolen from Tarras business
Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Published: 4:05PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/crime-and-justice/641609/1000-litres-of-fuel-stolen-from-tarras-business

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Andy Burnham: Give me 10 years to transform Britain
The incoming Prime Minister sets out his plan to boost the economy through devolution.
Published: 7:21PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/andy-burnham-give-me-10-years-to-transform-britain/5ZVAYBMG4NGUPKWENVFWCFWXLE/

Washington says US, Iran pausing strikes with talks to proceed
Washington and Tehran have agreed to halt attacks and renew peace talks.
Published: 6:54PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/washington-says-us-iran-pausing-strikes-with-talks-to-proceed/NAF6VKFHL5EOBDWG36X2456TFU/

Family of teen girl found dead in suitcase demand death penalty for murder-accused Australian man Simon Carman
Family of the teen have called for Australian man Simon Carman to get the death penalty.
Published: 1:33PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/family-of-teen-girl-found-dead-in-suitcase-demand-death-penalty-for-murder-accused-australian-man-simon-carman/GJXUCHZ4DZGMRDAGYBWM762U6Y/

A mayor is taking maternity leave in Japan. Some men are furious
New York Times: The backlash has prompted Shoko Kawata to take a break from social media.
Published: 11:46AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/a-mayor-is-taking-maternity-leave-in-japan-some-men-are-furious/premium/COB4BRZXHJDRPHCKJLS3CNH634/

Searching for clues in Jeffrey Epstein’s boyhood
New York Times: 'Jeff' grew up fixated on girls. Was a monster hiding in plain sight?
Published: 11:44AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/searching-for-clues-in-jeffrey-epsteins-boyhood/premium/LI3JZCJXFBAINEHPNNXZ6GDZG4/

‘Is anyone alive here?’: 12 hours with Venezuelan doctors in the disaster zone
New York Times: Dr Zaira Medina went to help her neighbours. She found silence.
Published: 10:54AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/is-anyone-alive-here-12-hours-with-venezuelan-doctors-in-the-disaster-zone/premium/TKPKOOQCHFESPFFILMNJD2MJJQ/

Israel destroys Hezbollah tunnel in south Lebanon after new peace deal
The destroyed tunnel stretched over 200m and held hundreds of weapons.
Published: 10:36AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/israel-destroys-hezbollah-tunnel-in-south-lebanon-after-new-peace-deal/ZNGREQXR4BBVTL4O7PZJSTFOAM/

Putin acknowledges Russia is suffering fuel shortages after Ukraine strikes
The Russian President said the issue was challenging but not critical.
Published: 10:34AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/putin-acknowledges-russia-is-suffering-fuel-shortages-after-ukraine-strikes/LQV7O7A4VFHSJGTLXTWRHC337I/

Donald Trump cut a billion-dollar mining deal. His sons stand to profit
New York Times: The US Commerce Secretary's sons are also in on the deal.
Published: 9:51AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/donald-trump-cut-a-billion-dollar-mining-deal-his-sons-stand-to-profit/premium/ZE6Q2647Q5GG7IU3VLE4OUYAP4/

Paris official blames US for heatwave as tourists mock city’s lack of air-con
Americans have been posting online about Europeans being unable to cope with hot weather.
Published: 9:28AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/paris-official-blames-us-for-heatwave-as-tourists-mock-citys-lack-of-air-con/NE6AUARNUREB3O5K7HQ2HQWBGY/

Sports Newsroom
Rumble in Russell: Politicians have a bruising encounter with ex-All Blacks
The fundraiser for the Rugby for Life charity has grown into one of the biggest fixtures in Northland's sporting calendar.
Published: 6:00PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/641799/rumble-in-russell-politicians-have-a-bruising-encounter-with-ex-all-blacks

In photos: MPs, sports stars and hāngī chef rumble in Russell
Hundreds turned out to see the Parliamentary Rugby Team take on a Russell invitational side in Saturday's Rumble in Russell. See how it all unfolded with RNZ's photo gallery.
Published: 5:32PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/641782/in-photos-mps-sports-stars-and-hangi-chef-rumble-in-russell

World Cup: Who plays who in the Round of 32 and when? What time in New Zealand can you watch the games?
The World Cup knock-out fixtures are confirmed as 16 teams have been eliminated. Here's when to watch in NZ times.
Published: 3:54PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/641574/world-cup-who-plays-who-in-the-round-of-32-and-when-what-time-in-new-zealand-can-you-watch-the-games

Rugby: Which All Blacks have the biggest points to prove?
With fierce competition across almost every position, several All Blacks are under plenty of pressure heading into the first test of the year.
Published: 12:58PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/640846/rugby-which-all-blacks-have-the-biggest-points-to-prove

Shane van Gisbergen wins again in NASCAR
Shane van Gisbergen remains king of the road courses in NASCAR.
Published: 11:55AM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/640794/shane-van-gisbergen-wins-again-in-nascar

Coach talks up White Ferns 'reset' after trio of greats retire
The trio departed the international in unwanted fashion on Sunday, when New Zealand lost to England in their final T20 World Cup pool match in London.
Published: 11:10AM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/640690/coach-talks-up-white-ferns-reset-after-trio-of-greats-retire

The All Whites are out - so who should Kiwis support at the World Cup now?
With the All Whites packing their bags and heading home, who should you be backing for the rest of the tournament? Here are your options.
Published: 10:18AM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/640038/the-all-whites-are-out-so-who-should-kiwis-support-at-the-world-cup-now

Eliza McCartney leaps to silver at Diamond League meet
New Zealand's three Commonwealth Games-bound pole vaulters are prominent in Paris, led by McCartney.
Published: 7:40AM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/639916/eliza-mccartney-leaps-to-silver-at-diamond-league-meet

Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup internationals confirmed for All Blacks
Australia are to host Anzac Day rugby tests in 2027, 2029 and 2031.
Published: 10:01AM 28 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/632646/anzac-day-bledisloe-cup-internationals-confirmed-for-all-blacks

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Iran's president says $6B of frozen Iranian assets in Qatar to be released. Source: Stuff.
Iran's president says $6B of
frozen Iranian assets in Qatar
to be released.

Source: Stuff
Published: 11:07PM 29/06/2026
Pakistani airstrikes kill 36 civilians in Afghanistan and wound 160, officials say. Source: Stuff.
Pakistani airstrikes kill 36
civilians in Afghanistan and
wound 160, officials say.

Source: Stuff
Published: 10:51PM 29/06/2026
Black Caps push for series win on final day against England. Source: Stuff.
Black Caps push for series win
on final day against England.

Source: Stuff
Published: 9:33PM 29/06/2026
Spate of abandoned half-empty milk bottles baffles South Island community. Source: Stuff.
Spate of abandoned half-empty
milk bottles baffles South
Island community.

Source: Stuff
Published: 8:16PM 29/06/2026
Why a little bit of stress is actually good for you. Source: Stuff.
Why a little bit of stress is
actually good for you.

Source: Stuff
Published: 8:00PM 29/06/2026
Another World Cup coach quits after being branded ‘incapable’ by his country’s president. Source: Stuff.
Another World Cup coach quits
after being branded
‘incapable’ by his
country’s president.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:35PM 29/06/2026
Driven by ‘spite’, a mum cut her kids out of a $2.4m inheritance. They fought back. Source: Stuff.
Driven by ‘spite’, a mum
cut her kids out of a $2.4m
inheritance. They fought back.

Source: Stuff
Published: 7:20PM 29/06/2026
The unexpected adventures waiting on Fiji’s Coral Coast. Source: Stuff.
The unexpected adventures
waiting on Fiji’s Coral Coast.

Source: Stuff
Published: 6:00PM 29/06/2026
Do you recognise this man? Police seek help identifying prolific burglar. Source: Stuff.
Do you recognise this man?
Police seek help identifying
prolific burglar.

Source: Stuff
Published: 5:37PM 29/06/2026
‘Unforgivable miscarriage of justice’: Trial begins for two police officers allegedly involved in wrongful conviction of Alan Hall. Source: Stuff.
‘Unforgivable miscarriage of
justice’: Trial begins for
two police officers allegedly
involved in wrongful conviction
of Alan Hall.

Source: Stuff
Published: 5:33PM 29/06/2026
The All Whites fell short of history in 2026. What needs to change for 2030?. Source: Stuff.
The All Whites fell short of
history in 2026. What needs to
change for 2030?.

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Published: 5:30PM 29/06/2026
Investigation underway after ‘mass death event’ of rays and sharks on Porirua beach. Source: Stuff.
Investigation underway after
‘mass death event’ of rays
and sharks on Porirua beach.

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Published: 5:28PM 29/06/2026
Six overdoses, one death as lethal drug stalks Wellington region. Source: Stuff.
Six overdoses, one death as
lethal drug stalks Wellington
region.

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Published: 5:17PM 29/06/2026
'I need to go home': Couple comfort injured driver after 'horrendous' crash. Source: Stuff.
'I need to go home': Couple
comfort injured driver after
'horrendous' crash.

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Published: 5:07PM 29/06/2026
‘Last f...... time I’m listening’: Spicy Racing Bulls review looms as Liam Lawson fumes over team orders. Source: Stuff.
‘Last f...... time I’m
listening’: Spicy Racing
Bulls review looms as Liam
Lawson fumes over team orders.

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Published: 5:05PM 29/06/2026
Airbnb burglary arrest after Stuff investigation prompted police U-turn. Source: Stuff.
Airbnb burglary arrest after
Stuff investigation prompted
police U-turn.

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Published: 4:45PM 29/06/2026
Why All Blacks hooker Asafo Aumua feared test career was over. Source: Stuff.
Why All Blacks hooker Asafo
Aumua feared test career was
over.

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Published: 4:08PM 29/06/2026
False alarm sees Auckland Airport’s domestic terminal evacuated. Source: Stuff.
False alarm sees Auckland
Airport’s domestic terminal
evacuated.

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Published: 3:06PM 29/06/2026
Thieves steal 1000 litres of petrol in Central Otago. Source: Stuff.
Thieves steal 1000 litres of
petrol in Central Otago.

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Published: 3:06PM 29/06/2026
PM quiz: What day of the week was Solomon Grundy taken ill?. Source: Stuff.
PM quiz: What day of the week
was Solomon Grundy taken ill?.

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Business Newsroom
Bernard Whimp fails to turn up at Chance Voight liquidation hearing
The FMA also alleged that new investor funds were used to pay existing investors.
Published: 7:05PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/bernard-whimp-fails-to-turn-up-at-chance-voight-liquidation-hearing/H7NCHBIYSFDRLKF4FIBGGQWHZQ/

NZ sharemarket has handy 0.3% gain – Market close
The S&P/NZX 50 Index closed at 13,545.56, up 50.32 points, or 0.37%.
Published: 6:14PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/markets/shares/nz-sharemarket-has-handy-03-gain-market-close/premium/STRSF3HZBBACXLOVYVVE3RINUY/

How a bank IT analyst became $50m New World Te Atatū owner/operator
From tech to trolleys: a New World store employing 90 staff is due to open on August 11.
Published: 4:00PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/property/how-a-bank-it-analyst-became-50m-new-world-te-atatu-owneroperator/premium/G2ZV2SQMPJE45JSNROXWLESTFA/

Petrol price drops below $3 a litre in New Zealand as ceasefire steadies oil markets
The average price of unleaded 91 is the lowest in more than three months.
Published: 2:53PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/petrol-price-drops-below-3-a-litre-in-new-zealand-as-ceasefire-steadies-oil-markets/G5ERCK4U7FBMZCJA72RF7WB2NU/

Starlink becomes NZ’s largest rural internet provider as some local players suffer – Tech Insider
Elon Musk's firm is drawing close to $185m from the New Zealand market.
Published: 12:07PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/starlink-becomes-nzs-largest-rural-internet-provider-as-some-local-players-suffer-tech-insider/premium/UFCCHFU64FEMLGTKRJI6Q4NMAQ/

Les Mills, Olympic athlete and ex-Auckland Mayor, dies at 91
Les Mills is survived by his children Phillip, Donna, and daughter-in-law Jackie.
Published: 10:26AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/les-mills-olympic-athlete-and-auckland-ex-mayor-dies-at-91/TCHSLS5F7FGD3DCCFOIRIPZNEU/

Embraer stages Rio spectacle while promising smoother jet production
'We still have difficulties': Embraer chief on supply chain pressure.
Published: 9:54AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/airlines/embraer-stages-rio-spectacle-while-promising-smoother-jet-production/premium/N22LF6BO5JGU7MQBDHUMLS5T6E/

Electrifying homes, vehicles, switching to solar power, could save NZ billions: Rewiring Aotearoa report
Rewiring Aotearoa says NZ households could save $9b a year by 2040.
Published: 9:47AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/electrifying-homes-vehicles-switching-to-solar-power-could-save-nz-billions-rewiring-aotearoa-report/LB4ARCZVT5BR7IIIX7DMOQQ6ZQ/

Former Hansells Masterton manufacturer owes millions as liquidator finds 54c left
Walter & Wild bought Hansells’ assets for $6.08m after forcing receivership.
Published: 9:00AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/companies/manufacturing/former-hansells-masterton-manufacturer-owes-millions-as-liquidator-finds-54c-left/premium/MQCO3YVWMJENBIETYEBAQFPR4Q/

Pete’s Natural co-founder on building a better soft drink business
Marleen Suy talks to Tom Raynel about her natural Kiwi soda business Pete's Natural.
Published: 7:00AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/small-business/petes-naturals-co-founder-on-building-a-better-soft-drink-business/premium/DAJXIZPMTNCDPN24CXVP65AJTE/

Politics Newsroom
National abandons 2023 campaign policy to allow KiwiSaver for rental bonds
"It's one of those things that you put in the 'it's a nice idea, but too difficult' basket, the Housing Minister says.
Published: 7:30PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/641958/national-abandons-2023-campaign-policy-to-allow-kiwisaver-for-rental-bonds

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon admits he didn't know there was no night shelter for rough sleepers in Auckland
The Prime Minister held his weekly post-Cabinet media conference, after revelations MSD staff have performance targets to reduce emergency housing numbers.
Published: 6:53PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/641578/prime-minister-christopher-luxon-admits-he-didn-t-know-there-was-no-night-shelter-for-rough-sleepers-in-auckland

'No one wants to be sick forever' - ACT Party's new welfare policy slammed
ACT leader David Seymour is making huge assumptions about people he has never met, according to a beneficiary advocate.
Published: 6:24PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/641860/no-one-wants-to-be-sick-forever-act-party-s-new-welfare-policy-slammed

Rumble in Russell: Politicians have a bruising encounter with ex-All Blacks
The fundraiser for the Rugby for Life charity has grown into one of the biggest fixtures in Northland's sporting calendar.
Published: 6:00PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/641799/rumble-in-russell-politicians-have-a-bruising-encounter-with-ex-all-blacks

In photos: MPs, sports stars and hāngī chef rumble in Russell
Hundreds turned out to see the Parliamentary Rugby Team take on a Russell invitational side in Saturday's Rumble in Russell. See how it all unfolded with RNZ's photo gallery.
Published: 5:32PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/community/641782/in-photos-mps-sports-stars-and-hangi-chef-rumble-in-russell

PM has confidence in Police Commissioner as conduct authority investigates complaints
RNZ understands the complaints relate to his conduct towards women.
Published: 5:52PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/641811/pm-has-confidence-in-police-commissioner-as-conduct-authority-investigates-complaints

Climate change activist files High Court proceedings over government ruling
Mike Smith has filed a court case against the government's plans to prevent companies being sued over their greenhouse gas emissions.
Published: 1:18PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/640312/climate-change-activist-files-high-court-proceedings-over-government-ruling

Christopher Luxon hits back at Labour's spending plans, brushes off Winston Peters on India FTA
Christopher Luxon continues to claim more unfunded spending from Labour, while saying his coalition partner Winston Peters is "just simply wrong" about the India FTA.
Published: 12:42PM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/640336/christopher-luxon-hits-back-at-labour-s-spending-plans-brushes-off-winston-peters-on-india-fta

What's in a name? Labour's congress and ACT's rally fail to find election-year reset
Analysis - Labour's speeches were forward-looking, but light on substance, while ACT's featured policies fell in familiar ground.
Published: 8:51AM 29 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/639122/what-s-in-a-name-labour-s-congress-and-act-s-rally-fail-to-find-election-year-reset

Election '26: Labour proposes Apprenticeship Boost expansion
Leader Chris Hipkins has announced the election policy at the party congress in Wellington.
Published: 9:53PM 28 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/633845/election-26-labour-proposes-apprenticeship-boost-expansion

ACT Party leader David Seymour takes aim at parliamentary allies, opponents - but especially Labour
The ACT Party leader also announced new welfare policy and a plan to slash the number of government departments.
Published: 6:27PM 28 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/634881/act-party-leader-david-seymour-takes-aim-at-parliamentary-allies-opponents-but-especially-labour

Labour's Ginny Andersen received complaint about Police Commissioner last year
Labour MP and former Police Minister Ginny Andersen received a complaint about the Police Commissioner last year, RNZ can reveal.
Published: 5:06PM 28 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/633508/labour-s-ginny-andersen-received-complaint-about-police-commissioner-last-year

Nicole McKee announced as ACT's new deputy
It comes after Brooke van Velden announced she would retire from politics at the November election to pursue a career in the private sector.
Published: 4:04PM 28 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/633846/nicole-mckee-announced-as-act-s-new-deputy

English Language Bill: No changes suggested by Justice Select Committee
The Justice Select Committee has recommended a bill to make English an official language be passed without any changes, despite strong opposition to the move.
Published: 1:56PM 28 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/633090/english-language-bill-no-changes-suggested-by-justice-select-committee

Question time not campaign time
Question Time this week strayed briefly into an election debate when coalition partners vied for credit for policy ideas.
Published: 11:22AM 28 June 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand. https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/political/632986/question-time-not-campaign-time

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Entertainment Newsroom
Footage of Kim and Kanye’s daughter North West shocks the internet
Footage shows 13-year-old North West looking overwhelmed in Paris.
Published: 11:52AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/footage-of-kim-and-kanyes-daughter-north-west-shocks-the-internet/MOV47NTSTRGVDCF2LOEGHZDSQ4/

Gil Shaham dazzles in Beethoven violin concerto with Auckland Philharmonia - William Dart
American violinist Gil Shaham led Beethoven’s violin concerto with lyric grace.
Published: 5:00AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/gil-shaham-dazzles-in-beethoven-violin-concerto-with-auckland-philharmonia-william-dart/JULASQB5TNDRTE47SIHOS3U42E/

Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel on bromance, boxing and wild NZ rides
The celebrity chefs confess they got physical over Kiwi kai.
Published: 2:00PM 28 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/colin-fassnidge-and-manu-feildel-on-bromance-boxing-and-wild-nz-rides/74I5QDYWJBCC3HOKBWLQ3GIMIU/

Madonna admits jealousy over Kylie Minogue during Graham Norton special
The BBC special saw Kylie Minogue surprise Madonna with a cocktail on stage.
Published: 1:52PM 28 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/madonna-admits-jealousy-over-kylie-minogue-during-graham-norton-special/EAUFQJHXSNAM3HWWZBR4VHFYEY/

Nigella Lawson on ageing, avoiding the sun and why she refuses cosmetic surgery
Nigella Lawson insists she avoids fillers, calling cosmetic work a 'tyranny'.
Published: 9:37AM 28 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/nigella-lawson-on-ageing-sun-allergy-and-why-she-refuses-cosmetic-surgery/DIG22VFANJCAFKWCGYBDZWGUK4/

Courteney Cox, Johnny McDaid ‘split’ after more than 10 years together
They first got engaged in 2014 after six months of dating and split the next year.
Published: 6:48AM 28 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/courteney-cox-johnny-mcdaid-split-after-more-than-10-years-together/AOLZ4ZUMF5GUNI26KJACO2BTMQ/

My Secret Auckland: Eldon Booth shares his favourite spots in the city
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander about their favourite spots in the city.
Published: 5:00AM 28 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/my-secret-auckland-eldon-booth-shares-his-favourite-spots-in-the-city/CNYL23BRZ5GXZJG576KEQICDX4/

KATSEYE say door open for Manon Bannerman to return after hiatus
Manon Bannerman, 24, announced her hiatus in February for her wellbeing.
Published: 1:44PM 27 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/katseye-say-door-open-for-manon-bannerman-to-return-after-hiatus/5SVRW4JDRZB33HLMCU23MR6B7Q/

Singer Katie Melua expecting baby number two after Iceland trip reveal
The 41-year-old revealed her baby bump in photos from an Iceland trip.
Published: 8:47AM 27 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/singer-katie-melua-expecting-baby-number-two-after-iceland-trip-reveal/DZXFSG7YKZERBNJS5J3B4QGR5Y/

Sir Dave Dobbyn on Parkinson’s disease and why he won’t retire
At 69, Sir Dave Dobbyn shows no signs of slowing down his music career.
Published: 7:00AM 27 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/sir-dave-dobbyn-on-parkinsons-disease-and-why-he-wont-retire/premium/HMDMLJM2QJDOPNIB6NORC22PBQ/

Lifestyle Newsroom
How Massive Theatre built generations of fearless performers
Sam Scott founded Massive 35 years ago to give young Kiwis a stage of their own.
Published: 7:02PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/how-massive-theatre-built-generations-of-fearless-performers/CJ56X52QCFDBPLCTQJLJFLBPMU/

Inside Japan’s billion-dollar quest to help a sleep-starved nation rest
Washington Post: A standing nap box? Japan's 'sleep tech' products go beyond the norm.
Published: 6:00PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/inside-japans-billion-dollar-quest-to-help-a-sleep-starved-nation-rest/premium/X53LJJYPOVBLTNHMUDKIE4HTYU/

Mum ditches daughter who forgot her passport, goes on holiday anyway
Her daughter forgot her passport – and that forced the mum to make a tough decision.
Published: 6:00PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/mum-ditches-daughter-who-forgot-her-passport-goes-on-holiday-anyway/CWIJJGAJJ5B2BITBSSWSXGXVVE/

Skinny jeans are back – just as I threw mine out
OPINION: The European catwalks are full of models with legs like compressed twigs.
Published: 5:00PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/skinny-jeans-are-back-just-as-i-threw-mine-out/premium/BKN3DSEIIZFSZGNC3O5UFQDDTU/

From Filipino kitchens to Instagram feeds: Ube’s rise across NZ cafes
Ube, a purple vege from the Philippines, is popping up on cafe menus nationwide.
Published: 3:00PM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/from-filipino-kitchens-to-instagram-feeds-ubes-rise-across-nz-cafes/X7VK2FEWHRA35IPCTOR7J7WVBI/

Celebrity chef Nic Watt closes Cāntīng as third Auckland restaurant collapses
Nineteen staff were called to a meeting this morning.
Published: 11:58AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/celebrity-chef-nic-watt-closes-canting-as-third-auckland-restaurant-collapses/762C4CPWHFDLHOAIL37YKRTTFQ/

Tim Spector: Your nutritious diet is being undone by poor snacking choices
Telegraph: Nearly a quarter of Brits' daily calories come from snacks.
Published: 10:00AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/tim-spector-your-nutritious-diet-is-being-undone-by-poor-snacking-choices/premium/HITYFYPQ2JDC5A7TGSO2ZMJCOQ/

‘So f***ing lonely’: Crying man’s plea exposes a dark truth
Luh’s tearful TikTok has been viewed more than five million times.
Published: 9:12AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/so-fing-lonely-crying-mans-plea-exposes-a-dark-truth/TPDQ5Y5YFZEM3ACCTITCXC7QVE/

Princess of Wales completes Three Peaks Challenge
She finished all three peaks within 24 hours to support cancer care.
Published: 7:53AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/princess-of-wales-completes-three-peaks-challenge/KQ47VQ7I2NG2ZNHPDNACOQPAHA/

I’m a dementia expert. Here are six types you probably don’t know about
Telegraph: These rarer forms of the condition can affect people in their 30s to 60s.
Published: 6:00AM 29 June 2026
Source: NZ Herald. https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/im-a-dementia-expert-here-are-six-types-you-probably-dont-know-about/premium/QJFGFZ4A35FLXKY2BAPD7A5LZY/

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