Christchurch fire: Smoke seen billowing across city as firefighters respond to building blaze

Fire crews are battling a blaze in a three-storey apartment building in Henderson, West Auckland. Ten fire trucks and two ladder trucks are on site, with no reported injuries. Roads are blocked and police are controlling traffic as residents watch from the street. Fire crews are responding to a significant fire in West Auckland, with emergency services alerted around 8:24 PM. Roads have been closed, and residents have gathered outside to observe the situation. Fortunately,...

SummaryKevin Barry, a dedicated member of the Western Springs Speedway safety crew, tragically died in a workplace accident at a Whangārei location. In his 60s, Barry was celebrated for his generosity and had served in this role for decades, earning him great popularity among friends and colleagues. A Givealittle page has been established to assist with funeral expenses and support his family during this difficult time. Full Article

SummaryCommunity tensions are rising in Palmerston North regarding the impending release of convicted double-murderer Mark Lundy, who is set to be paroled in May. Lundy was convicted in 2002 for the brutal murders of his wife, Christine, and daughter, Amber, in 2000, with a retrial in 2015 affirming the life sentence with a minimum term of 20 years. The city's mayor has expressed that the community does not want Lundy back, highlighting the ongoing impact...

SummaryMark Lundy, who has been convicted twice for the murders of his wife Christine and daughter Amber, is set to be released on parole next month after spending over 23 years in prison. At 66 years old, he maintains his innocence and faces the challenge of reintegrating into a post-Covid society, as noted by a friend who suggests he will initially feel nervous in public until he becomes just another "faceless" stranger. The brutal killings...

Mona Nygaard successfully won a Family Court case for her share of relationship property, which was once valued in the millions. Her ex-husband, Oscar Nygaard, appealed the decision that left him with less than $100,000, but the High Court dismissed his appeal and upheld Mona's cross-appeal, resulting in him having to pay slightly more in compensation. The legal battle felt overwhelming for Mona, likening the experience to walking into quicksand that threatened to pull her...

Easter Weekend Trading Restrictions in New ZealandEaster weekend in New Zealand will see most stores closed due to the Shop Trading Hours Act 1990, with Good Friday and Easter Sunday designated as restricted trading days. Only essential services and specific areas may have exemptions, and public holiday surcharges apply on Good Friday and Easter Monday, with separate regulations for alcohol sales. Following amendments in 2016, local councils can set their own trading policies for Easter...