Firefighters respond to blaze at accommodation block in Wellington CBD

Lata Visinia, a 31-year-old mother from West Auckland, struggles with daily tasks like taking out the bins since the passing of her husband, James Isaia Visinia, who died from stage 4 gastric cancer in November 2023, just a week after his 33rd birthday. She is raising their two young children, Mia-Elianna, 4, and Elton-James, 2, while coping with her loss. Need More Context? 🔎

Peter Burling, the three-time winning Kiwi helmsman, has confirmed his next move by joining the Italian syndicate Luna Rossa for the 38th America's Cup in an undefined role, where he will be a core part of their leadership group and development program. This follows his departure from Emirates Team New Zealand after failing to agree on a new cycle, marking a significant gain for Luna Rossa given Burling's expertise with AC75s. Need More Context? 🔎

A father and his 5-year-old daughter resorted to living in a storage unit, paying $430 a week for a space lacking fresh air and natural light, leading to an illegal tenancy that ended poorly. After being locked out by the landlord, Victor Davis, just before Christmas, they are now struggling to rebuild their lives six months later. Need More Context? 🔎

Ardie Savea's transfer to Moana Pasifika this season marked a significant moment in Super Rugby history, overcoming resistance from the All Blacks and financial challenges from New Zealand Rugby. His leadership helped Moana achieve notable victories against top New Zealand teams, propelling them towards a playoff spot before a late-season dip in performance. Need More Context? 🔎

A convicted child sex offender, Hare Hiku, 43, was sentenced for indecently assaulting two women at a bus terminal in Whangārei. The incidents occurred on April 4, 2024, when Hiku forcibly kissed the victims without their consent. Need More Context? 🔎

Murder-accused-then-acquitted Philip Polkinghorne is seeking a publisher for his untitled book about his experiences following the death of his wife, Pauline Hanna, in March 2021, which he reportedly worked on during his eight-week trial in Auckland. In related news, TVNZ and Sky are competing for Olympics broadcasting rights, and TVNZ's CEO has discussed the company's financial situation. Need More Context? 🔎