Pacific profiles: Meet Auckland’s favourite driving instructor

SummaryJames Kirkpatrick jnr, CEO of James Kirkpatrick Group, shares his ambitious vision for New Zealand's largest new warehouse hub, located on a 65ha site in Wiri. Initially met with skepticism by his father, who thought the project would be too challenging, Kirkpatrick's determination eventually won his father's confidence. The site, seen as a phenomenal location, marks the company's most significant investment in over 65 years of business. Full Article

Former Lotto co-host and actress Marise Wipani has passed away on her 61st birthday, as announced on her Facebook page. Known for her role in the classic Kiwi film Came a Hot Friday and as a former Miss New Zealand runner-up, she died peacefully surrounded by family and friends. In her final message, she humorously referenced the movie Driving Miss Daisy, stating, “I have shuffled off this mortal coil. Good byyye, good luuuck, good God!!!”...

A van crashed into the Junior Junction Child Care centre in Kumeū, West Auckland overnight, injuring one person. The incident occurred around 9 pm on Access Rd, with images showing the black van embedded in the building and debris scattered near children's swings. An ambulance and rapid response unit were dispatched to the scene, and the injured individual was taken to North Shore Hospital in moderate condition. Full Article

A woman charged with fatally stabbing former New Zealand Māori rugby league player Neville Ramsay has been released after prosecutors dropped the case. Lawyers intended to argue that the woman was a long-term victim of domestic violence and that the stabbing was an act of self-defense, as Ramsay had barricaded himself in her home and assaulted her. The case was abandoned after the Crown reviewed the evidence and found it did not meet prosecution guidelines,...

Crusaders 32Reds 12The Crusaders continued their impressive journey in the Super Rugby Pacific, securing a decisive 32-12 victory over the Reds in Christchurch. This win guarantees them a home semifinal, marking a significant turnaround from last year when they missed the playoffs. Now, the Crusaders are just two wins away from adding another title to their collection, eagerly awaiting their opponent for the upcoming semifinal. Full Article

Human remains believed to be those of missing teenager Pheobe Bishop have been discovered near Good Night Scrub National Park, shortly after her housemates were charged with her murder. Queensland Police reported the finding around 2:30 PM on June 6 and have established a crime scene for forensic examinations. The remains have yet to be formally identified, and authorities are appealing for information related to Pheobe Bishop's whereabouts and the movement of a grey Hyundai...