Community patroller Glenn Torrens hasn't actually caught a burglar, but he volunteers his time to help the police to catch them. He is one of 75 members, two-thirds of them retired, of Papakura Community Crimewatch Patrols. They aim to be the police's "eyes and ears".
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Focus: Heart drug funding plea
Cardiologists are urging Pharmac to fund life-saving SGLT2 inhibitors for heart failure. Video / NZ Herald
Focus: Most burgled suburbs revealed
Auckland's Takanini South leads with frequent residential burglaries. Video / NZ Herald
Most burgled suburbs and heart drugs funding plea | Focus Morning Bulletin July 8, 2024
In today’s headlines with Chereè Kinnear the most burgled neighbourhoods revealed, debate over speed limit increases and cardiologists warn of a heart services crisis.
Chantelle Baker victim of road rage
Blogger seeks information after attacked in car and windscreen smashed. Video / Chantelle Baker
Death penalty in play for McKay killers, Biden denies medical exam | Morning Bulletin 7 July, 2024
Death penalty considered for killers of Patricia McKay. Biden denies medical fitness exam. New Iranian President warns of challenges ahead. Video / NZ Herald
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PM visits flood-damaged Wairoa, promises $3 million for clean up
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon travelled to Wairoa this morning to meet with the mayor and victims of the floods. Video / NZ Herald
Eugene Tuhaka back to good fitness after nearly dying from cardiac arrest
Eugene is speaking out to raise awareness of heart health, including the danger signs that led up to his collapse while playing touch rugby. Video / Supplied
Southbound lanes closed on Auckland Harbour Bridge
All southbound State Highway 1 lanes leading onto Auckland Harbour Bridge are closed after a van and truck collided. Video / Supplied
Newshub staff thank the public as final broadcast comes to a close
Newshub staff from around the country gathered on the newsroom’s front doorstep for one last photograph together. Video / Raphael Franks
Police hunt for pair after Mangakino fire
Police appeal for public help to find two people who set a Mangakino house alight on Monday, June 24. Video / NZ Police
Sergeant Pepper’s' Tribute: Kiwi Supergroup with Orchestra
Kiwi supergroup honors 'Sergeant Pepper’s' with orchestral brilliance in NZ. Featuring The Phoenix Foundation and solo stars! Video / Michael Craig
Mayor Wayne Brown's 'Biden moment'
The Mayor of Auckland accidentally revealed confidential information during a public meeting, and compared himself to the US president and his forgetfulness. Video / AC
Fire rips through Grey Lynn home twice in 24 hours, investigation under way
Firefighters have returned to Harcourt St in Grey Lynn after a home caught fire for the second time in less than 24 hours. Video / NZME / Hayden Woodward
Focus Live: PM Luxon speaks to media in Ashburton
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is set to speak to journalists with just days remaining before he travels to the United States for this year’s Nato summit in Washington DC.
Mātauranga Māori Science and Design Fair
Te Arawa Lakes Trust environment officer Keeley Grantham at the Tūkohu Ngāwhā Mātauranga Māori Science and Design Fair. Video / Laura Smith
Emirates unveils a no-nonsense safety video
Dubai-based airline's new safety message cuts to the chase. Video / Emirates
Funding concerns for Whakaata Māori
Minister of Māori Development Tama Potaka says the decision to time-lock funding for Whakaata Māori was Labour’s. Video / Whakaata Māori
Support for Hauraki Gulf protection bill
A government select committee has included an additional 19 new protection areas across the marine reserve. Video / Whakaata Māori
UK Election Results and Housing Crisis Solutions| Focus Morning Bulletin July 5, 2024
On UK election day, Labor aims for a landslide victory ending 14 years of conservative rule. Plus, government unveils plans, Auckland speed limit debates, screen time advice.
All Blacks legend's fight with council body
Sir Bryan George Williams at the Ponsonby Rugby Club in Western Springs.
Residents, businesses clash with council over ‘cycle friendly’ street trial
Up to 100 residents gathered to protest Grey Streets new trial layout in Gisborne. Video / Zita Campbell
A personal goodbye: Newsreader Eric Young
Newsreader Eric Young will present his final 5.30pm bulletin for Sky TV on Friday night. Video / Ben Dickens / Jason Dorday
NZ's first brain chip implant
Kitea Health CEO Simon Malpas on NZ's first brain chip implant, a $20m raise, and R&D and science funding cuts. Video / Alex Burton
Air NZ flight dumps fuel after engine issue forces u-turn
An Air NZ flight to Hong Kong had to dump fuel as it turned back to Auckland Airport with an emergency engine fault. Video / Brock Fenwick
Man arrested for stealing passengers’ data through free wifi during flight
Footage captures the Australian Federal Police arresting a Perth man over creation of ‘evil twin’ free Wi-Fi networks to access personal data. Video / Australian Federal Police
Government to ‘flood’ cities with more housing
Housing Minister Chris Bishop has unveiled the Government’s plan to “flood the market’ with land for development in a bid to end New Zealand’s housing crisis. Video / Michael Craig
Focus Live: Christopher Luxon and Matt Doocey speak to media
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey speak to the media. Video / NZ Herald
Christopher Luxon live in studio with Kerre Woodham
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks with Newstalk ZB's Kerre Woodham live. Video / Newstalk ZB
Kiwi killed in California robbery and UK election | Focus Morning Bulletin July 4, 2024
In today’s headlines with Chereè Kinnear, New Zealand tourist tragically killed in a California robbery, the Government’s plans for the housing market and voting to open in the UK.
Matariki bonfires light up Hawke’s Bay as far as the eye can see
Reporter Taromi is in Napier, where families from all over have turned out for the brand new Matariki tradition of gathering together and lighting bonfires on the beach.
Homes from $49,500: House Me lowers prices of transportable residences
Bryce Glover of House Me explains what you get for your money and who is buying. Video / Michael Craig
Focus Live: Christopher Luxon and Erica Stanford's education announcement
Christopher Luxon & Erica Stanford make an education announcement. Video / NZ Herald
Marama Davidson’s surgery and youth crime targets | Focus Morning Bulletin July 3, 2024
This morning, Chereè Kinnear reports Marama Davidson's surgery, no public media merger, and the Police Minister's youth crime goals. VIdeo / NZ Herald / Whakaata Māori
Whakaata Māori prepares for $9.5m funding decrease
Whakaata Māori has announced a review of its organisational structure as it faces a $9.5 million funding decrease in the coming years. Video / Whakaata Māori
Inside The Rovers: A Burning Desire
Stephen Hoyle opens up on why he’s desperate to help Napier City Rovers to a sixth Chatham Cup title. Video / Neil Reid
Tamariki shine as bright as Matariki in Far North’s Got Talent
Reporter Tiari is in Kaitaia, where every year kids of all ages show their stuff in a massive talent show. But who will take the top prize?
Hastings Tōmoana Showgrounds grandstand demolition
Demolition is set to be completed at the end of August. Video / Paul Taylor