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Vigil held for slain policewoman as Kiwis are told to look out for eachother | NZ Herald News Update
Hundreds gathered for Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming’s vigil, whilst Kiwis are urged to look out for each other. Dame Tariana Turia will be held by iwi for one more day.

Vanuatu recovery continues, rain coming and MH370 search resumes | NZ Herald News Update
Malaysia have announced they will continue the search for missing flight MH370 more than ten years after its disappearance. Rain is on the horizon for NZ, as we assist Vanuatu.

One killed, one critical in Coromandel incident, Kiwibank predicts growth | NZ Herald News Update
A 77yo man has been charged with murder and attempted murder after an incident in Waiau, Coromandel yesterday. Kiwibank predicts growth in 2025, record migrant numbers leave NZ.

Canterbury fire rages on as Labour continues pressure on the government | NZ Herald News Update
The fire on Castle Hill, Canterbury continues to burn as it has since Thursday this week. Labour continues to press the governments policies as Franklin road prepares to re-open.

French investors concerned with CRL costs as Labour meet in Christchuch | NZ Herald News Update
French investors are reportedly worried about time and cost blowouts on Auckland's City Rail Link project. The Waikato River is safe again from extreme arsenic levels. V/ NZ Herald

Six dead on holiday in Laos as tensions flare at Climate Change summit | NZ Herald News Update
Six people have now been confirmed to have died in Laos from methanol poisoning, tensions flare at the Colt 29 Climate Summit. A new study shows fishing prompts happiness.

Brian Tamaki convoy causes chaos as it arrives in Auckland
The Destiny Church leader and his supporters are travelling on State Highway 1 from Mercer in Waikato to Auckland Domain for their “Make New Zealand Great Again” rally.

Luxon in Peru, Hīkoi continues and Brian Tamaki protests | NZ Herald News Update
Christopher Luxon is in Peru, weather has affected many hoping to run in the Queenstown marathon today and Brian Tamaki prepares to hold a 'Make New Zealand Great Again' rally.

PM's apology criticised by some abuse survivors and Toitū Te Tiriti hīkoi hits Auckland
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's apology is not being accepted by some survivors of abuse in care and Auckland harbour bridge lanes are set to close for Toitū Te Tiriti hīkoi.

Labour weekend road toll at zero, US far right commentator to tour NZ | NZ Herald News Update
The labour weekend road toll remains at zero with less than 24 hours to go. The country still has a shortage of doctors. Far right US commentator Candace Owens hopes to tour NZ.

Onehunga homicide: Police hunt for suspect
Police release photos of suspect after passenger fatally stabbed on Auckland bus. Video / Carson Bluck

Youth facility kids act up again, Yanfei Bao murder trial begins | NZ Herald Update 22 October 2024
The murder trial for Yanfei Bao begins as children in youth facilities continue to rebel against those trying to help them. The NZDF continues to keep a close eye on their ship.

State Highway 3 closed following ‘serious crash’ near Taranaki; two injured
Motorists are told to expect delays.

Car flips and crashes into side of Auckland central building, one in serious condition
One person is in serious condition following a single-vehicle crash in central Auckland this afternoon. Video / NZ Herald

Marokopa fugitive father Tom Phillips: Police making fresh inquiries after new reported sighting
A helicopter has been spotted flying over the Marokopa area this morning. Police continue to their fugitive search for Tom Phillips. Video / NZ Herald

Otago residents' lucky escape as massive slip takes out garage
Devastated Otago residents Fiona Cadogan and Chad Ralston return home after the recent flooding to witness the destruction caused by the weather. Video / NZ Herald

Mayor Radich and the Civil Defence Controller speak to the media from Dunedin
Mayor Radich and the Civil Defence Controller speak to the media from Dunedin.

Weather to ease in Dunedin, Gail Maney conviction quashed | Focus Morning Bulletin October 5, 2024
The weather is set to ease in Southland as MetService changes its warning from red to yellow. Wrongfully convicted Gail Maney has had her conviction quashed.

One person dead after being trapped in avalanche during heli-skiing trip
The victim was pulled alive from the avalanche but died from their injures.

One person dead after being trapped in avalanche in Southern Alps
One person has died in an avalanche after becoming trapped during a heli-skiing trip in Mid Canterbury. Video / NZ Herald

Health sector reforms and energy sector struggles | Focus Morning Bulletin September 14, 2024
Health sector reforms take place as the energy sector struggles. Country GDP is expected to drop as a result. A section of SH1 will be closed this weekend due to grid upgrades.