New Zealand
Police mistake human body in burnt-out car for a sheep
In Havelock North, police have mistaken human remains in a burnt out car, for those of a sheep.
The car was sitting by a popular walking site and many people would've passed by without knowing a body… Audio
Evening business for 6 Sept 2022
News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6311924406112 Video, Audio
Cost of retirement rising beyond what pension can cover
It seems the golden years are increasingly gold plated, with a new report suggesting a couple retiring in a NZ city needs about $750,000 in the bank if they want more than a no frills existence.
The… Video, Audio
Govt pledges $30m to make walking, riding safer around NZ
The government has announced $30 million of new funding that's to be spent on measures to make streets more people-friendly.
The money will be split across 13 councils and is intended for walking and… Video, Audio
Tennis: Nadal out of US Open in shock fourth round loss
22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal has been ousted from the US tennis Open after a shock fourth round loss to American Frances Tiafoe.
It was Nadal's first loss at a grand slam this year. The… Video, Audio
Far North locals feeling effects of Mangamuka SH1 closure
Settlements in the Far North are feeling the pinch with the continued closure of State Highway 1.
The road south of Kaitaia has been severely damaged and could be closed for months.
More wild… Video, Audio
Police Minister on plan to curb engage youth away from crime
"The goal here is to get these kids engaged in something constructive," Police Minister Chris Hipkins tells Lisa Owen, discussing the government's plan to curb youth crime.
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Govt unveils 'better pathways' plan to curb youth crime
Youth crime in Auckland has been rising in recent years, bucking the national trend. Ram raids and smash and grabs have been happening seemingly every night across the city, leaving a trail of… Video, Audio
Ocean rescue for sailors on damaged yacht underway
A rescue mission is underway to save a pair of sailors in the Tasman Sea after their vessel encountered severe weather, was taking on water and had sustained damaged to its steering.
Health Minister awaits advice on reducing meth harm report
The Health Minister will get official advice on a bunch of new recommendations for reducing methamphetamine harm before deciding whether to adopt any of them.
A report released by the Helen Clark and… Video, Audio
Winter's stormy conditions exhausting largest seabirds
Some of our largest seabirds are sick and tired of this winter's foul stormy conditions. Massey University's wildbase hospital has treated more than half a dozen of the birds including an albatross… Video, Audio
Retirement village sector signals change but critics sceptical
The retirement village sector is signaling it will change the way it operates after coming under pressure from residents and consumer groups.
A raft of voluntary reforms are being put to Retirement… Audio
Culture of bullying, mockery at Gloriavale, court hears
A court has heard there was an ingrained culture of bullying and mocking at Gloriavale, where powerful and controlling leaders punished women.
Former member Virginia Courage told the Employment Court… Audio
Covid traffic light change needs to be fit for purpose - epidemiologist Michael Baker
An epidemiologist says the Covid traffic light system needs to be replaced by a system that's fit for purpose.
The settings will be up for review next week, with the Prime Minister saying mask use… Audio
Evening business for 5 Sept 2022
News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6311888124112 Video, Audio
Staff shock as AUT warns 230 jobs may go in post-Covid recovery
AUT is warning it might have to slash as many as 230 jobs as part of its post-Covid recovery plan.
The university says it has seen a significant drop in international students throughout the… Video, Audio
Tennis: Kyrgios lights up US Open
Polarising Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios continues to light up the US Open.
The 23rd seed has powered past the number one seed in New York to book a spot in his fourth Grand Slam quarterfinal.
…Manhunt in Canada after at least 10 killed in stabbing
A manhunt is underway in Canada for two suspects in connection to a mass deadly stabbing. At least 10 people have been killed and more than 15 wounded.
Worldwatch's Perlina Lau has more.
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More than 14,000 offences by Australian deportees in NZ since 2015
More than half the 501s sent from Australia to Aotearoa have committed crimes since arriving, with more than 14,000 offences since 2015.
New police data shows the proportion of reoffenders has jumped… Video, Audio
Waititi urges inquiry into Rotorua emergency housing 'train wreck'
MP for Waiariki Rawiri Waititi is calling for an independent inquiry into emergency housing.
He told Checkpoint he'd be very cautious about saying everything is ka pai in regards to emergency housing… Video, Audio
