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Church told it could 'destroy' records and calls for masks | Focus Morning Bulletin July 26, 2024
In today's headlines with Susie Nordqvist, a report finds Law Society president told a church group it could 'destroy' records of children in its care and Kiwis told to mask-up.
Charity combating social violence launched in friend's memory
City Kickboxing Gym has launched The Walk Without Fear Trust honouring mixed martial artist Liufau Vake (Fau), who died in 2021 after a coward punch attack. Video / Whakaata Māori
Minerals moment
Santana Minerals just listed on the New Zealand Stock Exchange. Could the gold miner mark our a minerals moment for our economy?
New Zealand flag bearers named
Track cyclist Aaron Gate and sailing athlete Jo Aleh have been named flag bearers for the Paris Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. Video / NZ Herald
Paris prepares for ambitious Olympics opening ceremony
The River Seine has been blocked off and security is high as Paris prepares to officially open the Olympic Games. Video / NZ Herald
Presbyterian Support Otago documents destroyed - Sam Benton interview
Michael Morrah interviews Sam Benton. Video / Ben Dickens
Acquitted after 11 years and three trials
Hendrix Kahia and a relative perform a haka for his two counsel at Hamilton High Court, celebrating his acquittal of Wiremu Birch's murder after 11 years and three trials.
Government legislating to overturn Court of Appeal decision
Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith on the Government's plans to legislate to overturn the Court of Appeal decision on the Marine and Coastal Area Act.
Pie of the Year Awards
Chef Sid Sahrawat, Biker Steve Crow and chief judge Tim Aspinall share their thoughts on this years pies.
Charlotte Dujardin withdraws from Olympics amid horse whipping controversy
Three-time gold medalist Charlotte Dujardin has withdrawn from the Paris Olympics after footage emerged of her repeatedly whipping a horse. Video / @matchdarts180
Focus: $802 million for lower North Island public transport
Transport Minister Simeon Brown announced the investment intended to fund 18 new trains to run from 2028. Video / Mark Mitchell
Mike Hosking talks to new Commissioner of Health New Zealand Lester Levy
Mike Hosking talks to the new Commissioner of Health New Zealand, Lester Levy, on the Mike Hosking Breakfast. Video / Newstalk ZB
Billions likely for abuse survivors and a blow for SMEs | Focus Morning Bulletin July 25, 2024
In today's headlines with Susie Nordqvist, compensation could run into the billions for abuse in care survivors and small businesses in biggest sales decline since Covid.
Drone Gate: Looking for the Canadian Olympic Committee
Michael Burgess tries to find the Canadian Olympic Committee to get answers about the Drone Gate situation. Video / Michael Burgess
Whenua: Pākinga Pā
The return of Pākinga Pā to local hapu has been a momentous achievement for all involved
Whenua: Urban Māori
Urban Māori are recognised and have organisations advocating for their needs.
Whenua: Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei
Ngarimu Blair explains how Auckland’s biggest iwi lost its land and how it is growing back.
Whenua: Ngāi Tahu
Tā Tipene O’Regan explains how the South Island iwi lost its land through spurious deeds.
Inside the Rovers: On The Road
Napier City Rovers face almost 6000km of mini-van travel in their hunt for a spot in the National League. Last weekend, The Herald went on the road with them. Video / Neil Reid
Whenua: Waikato-Tainui
Rahui Papa explains the how the loss of land through invasion impacted the iwi.
Watch: Breaching whale flips boat off New Hampshire coast
A breaching whale flipped a boat off of the New Hampshire coast this morning.
Commissioners of Abuse in Care Royal Commission reflect on the landmark inquiry
Commissioners of Abuse in Care Royal Commission reflect on the landmark inquiry.
Abuse in care survivors - Alison Pascoe
Abuse in care survivors - Alison Pascoe. Video / Royal Commission of Inquiry
Abuse in care survivors - Catherine Daniels
Abuse in care survivors - Catherine Daniels. Video / Royal Commission of Inquiry
Abuse in care survivors - Pearl Putaranui
Abuse in care survivors - Pearl Putaranui. Video / Royal Commission of Inquiry
Abuse in care survivors - Kath Coster
Abuse in care survivors - Kath Coster. Video / Royal Commission of Inquiry
Abuse in care survivors - Netta Christian
Abuse in care survivors - Netta Christian. Video / Royal Commission of Inquiry
Abuse in care survivors - Keith Wiffin
Abuse in care survivors - Keith Wiffin. Video / Royal Commission of Inquiry
Abuse in care survivors - Tyrone Marks
Abuse in care survivors - Tyrone Marks. Video / Royal Commission of Inquiry
Abuse in care survivors - Eugene Ryder
Abuse in care survivors - Eugene Ryder. Video / Royal Commission of Inquiry
Abuse in Care: Our national disgrace
The Abuse in Care report was released today after six years of investigation. Video / NZ Herald
Person damages plants outside chapel at Elliotts Funeral Services
A person intentionally damaged the plants outside the chapel at Elliotts Funeral Services in Tauranga. Video / Supplied
PM responds to Abuse in Care final report
The Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care began probing into state and faith-based care of children, young people, and vulnerable adults over five years ago.
Bill discharged after Minister fails to speak
A bill was discharged in Parliament after the minister responsible for it failed to speak. Video / Parliament TV
Patrick Gower's message to Kiwis ahead of the Olympics
Patrick Gower is calling on Kiwis to send message of support to our Olympians in Paris. Video / 2 Degrees
Up to 10,000 expected for record-breaking haka
Up to 10,000 people are expected to meet at Eden Park on September 29th in an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the world's largest haka. Video / Whakaata Māori
Abuse in Care report and could Darleen Tana be forced out? | Focus Morning Bulletin July 24, 2024
In today's headlines with Susie Nordqvist, a big day for survivors of abuse in this country and Greens looking at whether to force Darleen Tana out. Video / NZ Herald
Deputy PM Winston Peters’ slammed over ‘retard’ remark in Parliament
Helen Clark has weighed in on Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters’ remarks in Parliament today after he used the phrase “retard comment”. Video / Parliament TV