Gallipoli veteran’s lost medals returned to great-grandson for Anzac Day

The Auckland apartment market is struggling, prompting developer Ockham Residential to rent out all units in the new 77-unit Whetū building in Pt Chevalier instead of selling them. CEO William Deihl noted the design allowed for flexibility between selling and renting, while the nearby Toi building has seen only 24 of its 65 units pre-sold, reflecting ongoing market challenges. Want More Context? 🔎

A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the east coast of Russia at a depth of 10 km, with the potential for hazardous tsunami waves affecting areas within 1000 km of the epicenter, according to the US Geological Survey. However, officials from New Zealand's National Emergency Management Agency confirmed that there was no tsunami risk to New Zealand. Want More Context? 🔎

Unseasonably cold temperatures are expected across much of the North Island, with Auckland dropping to 6°C overnight on Friday and Hamilton potentially reaching freezing. While early rain is forecasted for Auckland and Waikato, sunny weather is anticipated later, accompanied by road snowfall warnings in several regions including Desert Rd and Lewis Pass. Want More Context? 🔎

Two vans collided in front of a busy hotel near Auckland Airport, resulting in one person suffering serious injuries and causing significant road blockages. Police responded to the incident on Kirkbride Rd, which is now completely blocked with diversions established via Ascot Rd and Viscount Rd. Want More Context? 🔎

Michael John Benjamin Clark, a member of the Head Hunters gang, was arrested for dealing methamphetamine while on bail at a rehabilitation facility, awaiting sentencing for similar charges. During a police search of his Wairarapa home in March 2023, authorities found 666g of meth, electronic scales, $37,110 in cash, and a notebook suggesting drug-related transactions. Want More Context? 🔎

A jury has found Teina Williams, president of the Taupō Mongrel Mob, guilty of murdering Black Power member Ryan Woodford, following a four-week trial in the High Court at Rotorua. The jury reached a unanimous verdict in half a day, with the verdict announced just before 5 PM. Want More Context? 🔎