Large 'suspicious' scrub fire in Hastings. Video / Supplied
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Para-athletes star in Grit and Glory documentary
The documentary follows the blood, sweat and tears it takes to qualify for the Paralympic Games. Video / Attitude
Inequities in policing revealed | Focus Morning Bulletin August 22
In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, huge inequities in policing, fire in central Auckland apartment, and concern over child language skills.
Inside the Rovers: Fabulous Ferg
Chatham Cup-winner Fergus Neil has a lot of fans at Napier City Rovers including his super proud wife, Julia. Video / Neil Reid
Three people dead after head-on crash near Geraldine
hree people are dead and two others are seriously injured after a two-vehicle, head-on crash near Geraldine that has closed a state highway. Video / George Heard
Christopher Luxon's speech to the LGNZ conference in Wellington
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon delivers his speech to the LGNZ conference in Wellington. Video / Mark Mitchell
Police Minister Mark Mitchell responds to report into police bias
Police Minister Mark Mitchell responds to just released ground-breaking report into police bias. Video / Mark Mitchell
Focus: David Seymour responds to criticism over Ministry of Regulation salaries
David Seymour responds to criticism more than 90 staff in the new Ministry of Regulation are on $150k plus. Video / Mark Mitchell
Nicola Willis shares experiences of gendered online abuse
Finance Minister Nicola Willis speaks after an event for women in local politics in Wellington. Video / Laura Smith
Understanding Policing Delivery project findings
Khylee Quince, Chairwoman of the independent board of the Understanding Policing Delivery project, speaks about the first report's findings. Video / Alyse Wright
Caitlin Parker's Olympic boxing success
Caitlin Parker is the first Australian woman and wahine Māori to win an Olympic medal in boxing. Video / Whakaata Māori
Behind the counter: Takeout Kids returns for season two
Meet the young stars of Julie Zhu's fly-on-the wall doco series celebrating food and whānau across Aotearoa. Video / CTA
Burst water main on Kent Terrace
A burst water main caused flooding on Wellington's Kent Terrace on Wednesday morning. Video / Mark Mitchell
Armed police stand guard outside Henderson gang pad
Several armed police stood outside the Headhunters gang pad in Henderson, West Auckland following a pre-planned search warrant. Video / Michael Craig
Pacific leaders pay historic tribute to Kiingitanga movement
Members of the delegation shared words of support celebrating the 18th anniversary of the Koroneihana of Kiingi Tuuheitia. Video / RNZ
Search continues in yacht tragedy | Focus Morning Bulletin August 21
In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, search continues for missing people in yacht tragedy, calls to toughen licence laws, and another delay on surgical mesh.
Okere Falls Store's ‘Figgy In The Middle’ toasted sandwich
The 2024 Great New Zealand Toastie Takeover saw eateries from around the country compete for the best in the country. Video / Toastie Takeover
Lord of the Rings - A Musical Tale
A musical iteration of Lord of the Rings is coming to Auckland in November. Video / Chicago Shakespeare Theatre
Darleen Tana gobsmacked to be held up as a 'liar'
Darleen Tana, former Green MP, saying she was gobsmacked to be held up as a 'liar' and 'not fit for purpose' by Green Party leadership. Video / Mark Mitchell
Focus: Nicola Willis responds to Commerce Commission's banks study
Finance Minister Nicola Willis comments on the Commerce Commission's study into banks. Video / Mark Mitchell
Kiwis rescued from sunken yacht recovering
The father of Kiwi lawyer Ayla Ronald says she's "very shaken" after being rescued from the ill-fated Bayesian off the coast of Sicily. Video / Vigil del Fueco / Gettyimages
Minister considers intervention after ‘toxic’ workplace claims at CAA
The transport minister is meeting with the Civil Aviation Authority new board chair, saying he’ll be considering whether intervene after ‘toxic’ workplace claims at CAA.
Peter Thiel discusses leaving the US
Controversial tech billionaire has hinted he may move to NZ. Video / The Joe Rogan Experience
Couple from ‘reverse uplift’ share their story
The couple at the centre of the controversial "reverse uplift" spoke to the media for the first time on Te Ao with Moana. Video / Whakaata Māori
Kiwi on board sunk luxury yacht and St John staff walk off job | Focus Morning Bulletin August 20
In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, Kiwi on board sunk luxury yacht, thousands of St John staff walk off the job, and boost to Auckland safety.
Pilots call for ministerial investigation into alleged CAA dysfunction
Pilots say claims by whistleblowers at the Civil Aviation Authority about poor culture are “serious” and warrant a ministerial investigation. Video / NZ Herald
Pakuranga gunshots caught on camera
Audio of the moment a person was fatally shot has emerged. Video / Supplied
Luxon takes on the Tainui challenge
Prime Minister on Turangawaewae Marae to celebrate Kingi Tuheitia’s 18th coronation celebrations. Video / Joseph Los'e
Polly Markus' tips for quick and easy recipes
Polly Markus from Miss Polly's Kitchen shares some tips on making quick and easy canapes and marinades. Video / Alyse Wright
Snow in South Island, hail, thunderstorms and gales as polar vortex blasts country
A polar vortex from Antarctica is clipping the edge of New Zealand, bringing chilly weather to the whole country today including snow to near sea level in the lower South Island.
Pakuranga, Auckland incident: Person shot dead in vehicle, armed police at scene
A person has been shot dead inside a vehicle on Marvon Downs Ave in Pakuranga, Auckland this morning.
More snow for South Island and crackdown on boy racers | Focus Morning Bulletin August 19
In today's headlines with Wilhelmina Shrimpton, more snow for South Island, crackdown on boy racers and fate of cathedral to be decided.
MetService Severe Weather: Monday August 19
It's a wet commute for many across the North Island, with gusty winds to boot! Chunky showers mark the South Island, with the possibility of snow to low levels today in Southland.
Infratil’s untold history
Over 30 years, Infratil has invested in and sold out of some of the country’s most significant assets – from airports to petrol stations and wind farms.
Inside a King Air 350 patrol: safeguarding New Zealand's fisheries
One of New Zealand's smallest Air Force planes, the King Air 350, has become a guardian of the nation’s fisheries. Video. / Mike Scott
Whistleblowers warn CAA’s new approach could lead to more aviation accidents
CAA whistleblowers have issued a grim warning and say changes to the agency’s investigative approach could mean “more people will die” in aviation accidents.
Government announces 'Road Policing Investment' programme
Transport Minister Simeon Brown has announced a crackdown on drunk and drugged drivers, setting the Police a target of performing 3.3 million roadside alcohol tests a year.
Heavy rain floods streets in Pahīatua
Wilson St in Pahiatua was flooded this morning after a night of heavy rain. Video / Supplied
Service cuts don't improve efficiency, Somerset House blaze | Morning Bulletin 18 August, 2024
Claims efficiency hasn't improved after Government cuts to services. Somerset House on fire. Calls for increased protection for Southern Right Whales. Video / NZ Herald
Fire at Somerset House in London
Part of the rooftop of historic Somerset House catches fire. Video / @AlvaroPielago