Four decades after Rongelap evacuation, Greenpeace makes new plea for nuclear justice by US

Tonight's Lotto Powerball draw with a $12m jackpot was not won, but one lucky Kiwi will still receive $1 million. The winning numbers were 23, 10, 15, 22, 32, and 13, with the bonus ball 35 and Powerball 2. While the jackpot went unclaimed, a player did secure the $1m first division prize. Full Article

Pascal Atiga-Bridger and his daughter received community service sentences for smuggling cannabis resin into an Auckland prison, using a baby as a decoy during the attempt. Initially facing charges of supplying and distributing cannabis, which could result in 14 years' imprisonment, the more serious charges were dropped. Despite seeking a discharge without conviction, Atiga-Bridger's daughter was convicted and given 40 hours of community service. Full Article

A tenant fled a Manawatu property after a family harm incident, leaving behind half a tonne of rubbish and a melted knife in the oven. The landlord sought $10,340.41 in rent arrears and compensation at the tribunal. The tenant admitted to leaving the property untidy but disputed the amount being claimed. Full Article

This year, two new curriculums are being implemented in New Zealand schools, causing concerns among teachers about the rapid changes and lack of training and resources for structured literacy and maths. The ageing teacher population and better opportunities in Australia are leading to teacher shortages, with one teacher expressing stress due to the lack of planning and resources in the classroom. Full Article

Jimmy Heremaia was sentenced to a minimum 12-year prison term for the murder of Ariki Rigby and arson of her body. The investigation took two years, with undercover officers playing a crucial role in gathering evidence. Heremaia confessed to the brutal killing, stating that he bashed her, threw her in the back, and then torched the car containing her body. Full Article

Lorde recently sent a cryptic message to fans, including a US phone number, hinting at a new album release. Subscribers to her newsletters received an email with the headline "From the desk of Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O'Connor" and were encouraged to text the provided number for more information. The email suggested that a longer note would be coming soon, sparking excitement and speculation among fans about what the pop star has in store. Full Article