Mōtītī Island: Divers ‘buzzed’ by sharks during launch salvage after 14 rescued

Plans for a three-storey housing development for individuals in need in Pāpāmoa have faced opposition from neighbors frustrated by a lack of input, following the Tauranga City Council's approval of a non-notified resource consent for a 36-unit project on Beachwater Drive. Backed by the Bay of Plenty Housing Equity Fund, developer Archispace is expected to complete the project by the end of next year. Want More Context? 🔎

Lachie Samuel, at just 28, was evacuated from his worksite in Western Australia after expressing fears about returning to his room. Originally from New Zealand, he moved to Perth at 19, intending for a fresh start, but his decade-long experience in the fly-in, fly-out mining industry led to overwhelming isolation and mental challenges. Want More Context? 🔎

Half of heart attack patients in New Zealand are not receiving timely treatment, with the country having only a third of the necessary cardiologists, according to a new report from Otago University commissioned by the Kia Manawanui Trust. The report highlights that the economic cost of heart disease is approximately $13.8 billion annually, revealing a healthcare system on the brink of collapse. Want More Context? 🔎

Three endangered sea lions were fatally shot in the mouth in the Waitaki River, prompting police to investigate the incident in Ōamaru, Otago, after being alerted by the Department of Conservation. Two sea lions were found dead, while a third, which was wounded, had to be euthanised, and local iwi have been informed as police work with DOC rangers on the case. Want More Context? 🔎

A man has been charged with assault following the discovery of a woman's body at a South Auckland property on Ashlynne Ave. The 50-year-old suspect is set to appear in Manukau District Court on Monday, while police continue their investigation, including a scene examination and a post-mortem scheduled for tomorrow. Want More Context? 🔎

Reports of icy conditions in Taranaki's Egmont National Park highlight a chilly week ahead for New Zealand, with sub-zero temperatures expected in areas like Queenstown and Dunedin. Despite widespread frost and wet weather, Auckland is anticipated to be the driest region, while cold southerlies will persist early in the week. Want More Context? 🔎