Banned driver blushes as judge asks why he continued to ‘drive like an idiot’

The All Blacks have secured a multimillion-dollar sponsorship deal with Toyota for naming rights to their training kit, following the premature exit of Ineos. This agreement aligns with New Zealand Rugby's strategy to partner with consumer brands, enhancing local marketing efforts and providing additional sponsorship revenue. While Ineos had previously paid around US$12 million annually, Toyota's deal focuses solely on the training kit, with NZR still negotiating a different buyer for the rights to the...

SummaryPolice are investigating an unexplained death at a Feilding property, home to an elderly mother and her son, who were described as private individuals. A police car has been stationed outside the residence on Campbell St, where a scene examination commenced after officers responded to the location around 12:50 PM on Tuesday, following the discovery of a deceased individual. Neighbours noted the presence of multiple police officers at the scene as the investigation continues throughout...

Auckland commuters are warned of potential speed restrictions and closures on the Auckland Harbour Bridge due to forecasted severe winds, with gusts reaching 90km/h expected between 4am and 9am, triggering an amber alert. Cook Strait ferries have been cancelled until Saturday due to 10m swells from the storm, while heavy rain and snow are anticipated in Canterbury, raising concerns of flooding and slips. The NZ Transport Agency issued alerts for winds of 75-85km/h likely to...

Finance Minister Nicola Willis has identified “billions” in savings to be redirected towards new spending in the 2025 Budget. In an interview, she indicated that these savings might include a potential means-testing of the KiwiSaver subsidy, although she ruled out changes to the Winter Energy Payment and the Emissions Trading Scheme. While also considering means-testing for the Best Start payment for new parents, Willis did not confirm any specific changes, leaving the possibility open for...

A Hamilton woman witnessed a tragic accident where a logging truck crushed a 17-year-old female cyclist at an intersection. The cyclist was trapped for 10 minutes before firefighters freed her and was subsequently hospitalized in serious condition with multiple fractures, facing a long recovery and several surgeries. The police serious crash unit is currently investigating the incident. Full Article

SummaryA 51-year-old woman was arrested and charged with throwing nitric acid at a man in Johnsonville late last night. During her court appearance, she was granted interim name suppression due to “complex mental health issues.” The victim sustained acid burns to an arm and clothing and received treatment from an ambulance crew at the scene after police responded to the incident around 11:10 PM. Full Article