Focus Morning Bulletin: 31 May, 2022

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PM Jacinda Ardern prepares for her meeting with US President Joe Biden, supermarkets told to change their ways and Johnny Depp takes to the stage in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald

Winston Peters speaks to media after sacking Phil Goff

Winston Peters speaks to media after sacking Phil Goff

Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters speaking to media after sacking Phil Goff. Video / Mark Mitchell

Watch: Phil Goff's remarks about US President Donald Trump

Watch: Phil Goff's remarks about US President Donald Trump

These are his comments at a Chatham House event which led to his sacking. Video / Chatham House

Black Caps beat South Africa in Champions Trophy semifinal

Cricket|black caps

Black Caps beat South Africa in Champions Trophy semifinal

The Black Caps booked a spot in the final where they will face India.

U.S. Pulls Aid to Ukraine, Auckland Fire Update, Nursing Training Boost | NZ Herald News Update

U.S. Pulls Aid to Ukraine, Auckland Fire Update, Nursing Training Boost | NZ Herald News Update

The U.S. steps back on Ukraine intelligence aid, Auckland fire continues, and nursing training sees a boost.

Company tackles e-waste mountain

Business|companies

Company tackles e-waste mountain

Greenbox's Wayne Angus tells us how the company will confront a huge computer dumping problem. Video / Sylvie Whinray

Inside the Rovers: Match Fit

Inside the Rovers: Match Fit

Hard work has begun on the training pitch ahead of big football season ahead for Napier City Rovers.

Ice hockey - the new rugby?

Ice hockey - the new rugby?

New Zealand is the best at rugby, is ice hockey domination next? Reporter Jack is hitting the rink to find out why Kiwi kids are flocking to Canada’s national sport.

The Pure Food Co's Sam Bridgewater on the company's new Australian deal

The Pure Food Co's Sam Bridgewater on the company's new Australian deal

The Pure Food Co's Sam Bridgewater talks about the company's new deal with Regis Aged Care in Australia, and how the business has found success. Video / Dean Purcell

Institute of Architects' gold medal awarded to two Wellington architects

Business|companies

Institute of Architects' gold medal awarded to two Wellington architects

Hugh Tennent and Ewan Brown of Tennent Brown Architects take the top NZIA honour for 2024, announced in March 2025. Video / Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects

Belle – A Performance of Air

Belle – A Performance of Air

Dance, acrobatics, lighting and sound collide in a breathtaking performance for the senses. Video / Alex Burton

NZ Herald Live: Reserve Bank Board Chair fronts media following Adrian Orr’s resignation

NZ Herald Live: Reserve Bank Board Chair fronts media following Adrian Orr’s resignation

Reserve Bank Board Chair Neil Quigley will front a brief media stand up at the Reserve Bank Museum

Rolled concrete mixer on Christchurch's SH76

Rolled concrete mixer on Christchurch's SH76

One person has been seriously injured after a concrete truck crashed on Christchurch's SH76.

Erica Stanford explains why she hasn't yet met with David Seymour

Erica Stanford explains why she hasn't yet met with David Seymour

Education Minister Erica Stanford explains why she hasn't yet met with David Seymour. Video / Mark Mitchell

Nicola Willis fronts the media following the resignation Adrian Orr

Nicola Willis fronts the media following the resignation Adrian Orr

Finance Minister Nicola Willis fronting the media at Parliament following the resignation of RBNZ Governor Adrian Orr. Video / Mark Mitchell

US Stocks plummet as Trump’s tariffs take effect

US Stocks plummet as Trump’s tariffs take effect

US stocks have suffered significant losses after President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Mexico and Canada came into effect.

Surfers tackle the rising swell as Tropical Cyclone Alfred nears

Surfers tackle the rising swell as Tropical Cyclone Alfred nears

Gold Coast beaches have been closed to swimmers, but some surfers are still going into the swell. Video / Surfing Australia

Dashcam footage shows moment car crashed into median barrier

Dashcam footage shows moment car crashed into median barrier

A truck driver captured the moment a car crashed into a median barrier on a main highway in Christchurch, March 4, 2025.

Simeon Brown announces measures to boost nursing workforce

Simeon Brown announces measures to boost nursing workforce

Health Minister Simeon Brown announces measures to boost our nursing workforce that will deliver immediate benefits to people seeking care. Video / Mark Mitchell

Zelenskyy Seeks US Talks, Prison Gangs, & Auckland Traffic | NZ Herald News Update

Zelenskyy Seeks US Talks, Prison Gangs, & Auckland Traffic | NZ Herald News Update

Zelensky wants US talks, prison gangs take over, and Auckland traffic costs $2.6B.

Justin Trudeau says Trump wants to see 'total collapse' of Canadian economy

Justin Trudeau says Trump wants to see 'total collapse' of Canadian economy

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says that the justifications for US President Donald Trump's tariffs – including assertions around fentanyl – are bogus. Video / Video Elephant

Ellerslie's answer to the Melbourne Cup: New boss prepares for Champions Day

Ellerslie's answer to the Melbourne Cup: New boss prepares for Champions Day

NZTR's new chief executive Matt Ballesty hopes we're on the home stretch to economic recovery, and outlines the challenges horse racing faces. Video / Michael Craig

Is this Frankenstein cat the future of pets?

Is this Frankenstein cat the future of pets?

Reporter Sophia interviews comedian Robin Wealleans, whose dearly departed kitty Lentil lives on in the form of an AI-powered robot.

Eastern Australia battens down for rare tropical cyclone

Eastern Australia battens down for rare tropical cyclone

Millions of people in Queensland and New South Wales have been warned to brace for days without power after Tropical Cyclone Alfred makes landfall later this week.

Simeon Brown announces lift in medical school places for 2026

New Zealand|politics

Simeon Brown announces lift in medical school places for 2026

Medical schools in Auckland and Dunedin will be funded to train 25 more doctors a year between them. Video / Mark Mitchell

David Seymour on the ongoing school lunches saga

New Zealand|politics

David Seymour on the ongoing school lunches saga

Associate Education Minister David Seymour on the ongoing school lunches saga and his missed meeting with Education Minister Erica Stanford. Video / Mark Mitchell

Speaker Gerry Brownlee shuts down concerns about use of 'Aotearoa'

New Zealand|politics

Speaker Gerry Brownlee shuts down concerns about use of 'Aotearoa'

Winston Peters had previously raised concerns.

Trump orders pause of US military aid to Ukraine amid frustration with Zelenskyy

Trump orders pause of US military aid to Ukraine amid frustration with Zelenskyy

Trump expressed his frustration with Zelenskyy indicating that the US may soon lose patience with the Ukrainian leader.

NZ Herald Live: Question time

New Zealand|politics

NZ Herald Live: Question time

Question Time

School lunch backlash

School lunch backlash

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins on the school lunch backlash. Video / Mark Mitchell

Wellington Water Costs Soar, Teachers Oppose Funding Cuts & GP Reforms | NZ Herald News Update

Wellington Water Costs Soar, Teachers Oppose Funding Cuts & GP Reforms | NZ Herald News Update

Wellington Water Costs Triple for Ratepayers, Teachers Oppose Funding Cuts in Education and Govt GP Reforms.

What happens to Auckland Airport’s unclaimed lost property?

What happens to Auckland Airport’s unclaimed lost property?

Lost property gets a second lease of life at Auckland Airport. Video / Auckland Airport

Kea Kids News: Manu World Champs competitors make a splash for their spot in the finals

Kea Kids News: Manu World Champs competitors make a splash for their spot in the finals

Reporter Te Rongopai is at the Z Manu Auckland Super Qualifier, where manu masters are battling it out to see who will head to the Grand Final!

Watch: Man with metal pole tasered by police at Ōrere Point, Auckland

Watch: Man with metal pole tasered by police at Ōrere Point, Auckland

The video shows the standoff and the moment police took the man into custody.

Luxon comments on President Trump and Ukraine

Luxon comments on President Trump and Ukraine

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is asked to comment on President Trump and Ukraine. Video / Mark Mitchell

Luxon comments on Wellington Water

Luxon comments on Wellington Water

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon commenting on Wellington Water, referring to them as a 'basket case". Video / Mark Mitchell

Simeon Brown announcing measures to make it easier for kiwis to see a GP

Simeon Brown announcing measures to make it easier for kiwis to see a GP

Health Minister Simeon Brown announcing measures to make it easier for all kiwis to see a GP. Video / Mark Mitchell

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference

Christopher Luxon and Simeon Brown discuss access to GPs and access to healthcare.

Lucky escape as 400kg dolphin lands in boat

Lucky escape as 400kg dolphin lands in boat

A group of fishermen got the shock of a lifetime when a 400kg dolphin landed in their boat off the coast of Northland. Videos / Dean Harrison

Auckland FC's Ferris Wheel

Auckland FC's Ferris Wheel

Bonnie Jansen watches Auckland FC match from a Ferris Wheel. Video / NZ Herald

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