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Port boss trial, job hunting and Sydney vigil | Focus Morning Bulletin, April 22, 2024
Former Port of Auckland CEO Tony Gibson goes on trial, recession hits the job market and a candlelit vigil has been held for the Sydney stabbing. Video / NZ Herald / Getty / AP
The church, the kaiwero and the apology: Pat Mohi exclusive interview
The man whose image was digitally removed from a wero speaks out.
Kea Kids News: Kids love a good rodeo, but what do the animals think?
Welcome to the Mid Northern kids rodeo, where Kea Kids News reporter Marie is learning to rope and ride some buckin’ broncos! Video / Kea Kids News
Former Port of Auckland boss on trial for workplace death in unprecedented prosecution
It's the first time a large corporate CEO has faced charges over a workplace fatality.
Sage Ross took his own life in 2022, leaving his whānau devastated
The nine-year-old was fearless and adventurous. His mother has no idea what made him take the fatal actions but wants the world to know how magical and beautiful her baby boy was.
Fog warning: Weather could disrupt flights, worst of rain moves away for North Island
More than 40 flights were affected by fog in Christchurch yesterday.
Man working on $1.2b wastewater tunnel trapped underground by steel pole
Watercare give update on man hurt when he became trapped while working underground.
Weather woes: Fog scuppers flights in south, heavy rain and thunderstorms for north
Fog in Chch that affected or forced cancellation of more than 40 flights has now cleared.
Ram raid at supermarket in Haumoana, coastal Hawke's Bay
Glass was left smashed on the ground outside after cigarettes and lighters were taken.
Editorial: Hats off to our political leaders for doing New Zealand’s world business kanohi ki te kanohi
OPINION: Luxon, Peters, Willis, McClay all doing NZ's mahi.
Fate of ‘dangerous’ high-rise apartment block decided by Auckland Council
Residents were threatened with having to leave their homes by Monday.
Team NZ launch their 2024 America's Cup boat
Team NZ members speak about the launch of their 2024 America's Cup boat the Taihoro. Video / Alyse Wright
'Sacrificial lambs': Fire engineering expertise takes hit in latest job cuts
The MBIE is considering axing one of only two senior fire engineers in the country.
A showcase for Māori art and its place in the Pacific
Auckland Art Gallery exhibition explores Aotearoa art in the Pacific region.
Auckland Zoo’s senior primate keeper retires after 44 years
Auckland Zoo’s senior primate keeper, Christine Tintinger, will soon retire from the career that started at Auckland Zoo in 1979. Video / Michael Craig
'Our little princess': All Black's touching social media post after daughter born 13 weeks early
'We have a long road ahead,' the rugby star says in a heartfelt post.
'By their own standards, they are buying a fight with someone of much greater mana'
Act leader David Seymour warns Waitangi Tribunal it has picked a scrap with the wrong MP.
Minister says services for at-risk children will improve after job cuts
Karen Chhour says job cuts at OT won't compromise care.
Million dollar scam: The victims and the young Auckland mule
The pair had searched online for 'safe' investment opportunities.
'Stick to the rules': Residents angry proposed medical centre would breach district plan rules
'All we want is for them to do the right thing, to stick to the district plan rules.'
Air NZ passenger hospitalised after plane hits turbulence
A passenger on an Air NZ flight NZ65 from Bali to Auckland suffered a severe leg break after taking a tumble during the bumpy flight. Video / Supplied
How to know which mushrooms are safe and which ones to avoid in NZ
Following the death of a Kiwi who drank a toxic mushroom beverage, experts weigh in.
Residents of Auckland tower face eviction within days: 'We can’t go back in’
Residents find out tomorrow if they have to leave by Monday.
Food delivery app opens in Hamilton and expands in Auckland
Stay-at-home Hamilton foodies now have a new delivery option.
'Very weird': School leader queries new rules on sending sick kids to class
'It’s a dilemma that parents and schools have faced forever and a day.'
Councillors block axing of community programmes
Auckland Councillors dig in over Brown's community programme cuts.
Education Ministry cuts, police pay and home loans | Focus Morning Bulletin April 18, 2024
Unions slam mass job-cutting at the Ministry of Education and cops say no to their latest pay offer. Video / NZ Herald / Getty
Opinion: What happens when you look in the mirror and see Ruth Richardson staring back? - Matthew Tukaki
OPINION: The public service cuts bring back bad memories of the 'Mother of all Budgets'.
Dynamic duo of Māori TV named as finalists in media awards - again
Moana Maniapoto and son Hikurangi Jackson are both up for awards.
Artist who mixes tradition with innovation on show at art fair
Pāpāmoa's Kereama Taepa's art is making its mark.
Māori in Australia ready for kapa haka regionals on the Gold Coast
Three teams will qualify to compete at Te Matatini 2025 at Ngāmotu.
Kea Kids News: School lunches cut? We ask the kids what they think!
Everyone's talking about school lunch programs right now, but what do kids think about it? Kea Kids News reporters AJ and Skylah are bringing the answers from across the country!
Revealed: The 2024 Aotearoa Music Awards finalists
Check out some of the big names and fresh faces heading to the AMAs this year.