NZCity NewsLinks -

All Links

18 Jul 2025

Search

Kawerau crash: One airlifted to hospital in critical condition
Police responded to the Bay of Plenty incident around 3.20pm.

Review: Bride Hard tries hard but misses mark
Rebel Wilson stars in this misfire about a society wedding which is saved from terrorists by one of the bridesmaids - a secret agent on her day off.

The risk and reward of Razor's Hamilton dream for the All Blacks
Scott Robertson had the luxury of making major changes for their French finale that has emerged as an opportune occasion, even with the series won.

Taskforce launched to tackle public service corruption
The Serious Fraud Office will lead a task force that aims to review anti-corruption mechanisms inside the government branches to prevent and detect fraud.

Child sexual exploitation, bestiality material allegedly found on top cop’s work device
Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming - the country’s second most powerful police officer - resigned in May “after allegations of a very serious nature” came to light.

Hawke’s Bay Hospital worker charged over cannabis cake at lunch
A 54-year-old woman allegedly brought a cannabis cake to work.

Slip blocks SH2 in Bay of Plenty
A large slip is covering both lanes of State Highway 2 near Waiotahe in the Bay of Plenty.

Nelson woman avoids conviction for sharing image of partly naked woman
The woman was charged with sharing the image but has been discharged without conviction.

John Michael Emsley sentenced for forcefully tattooing partner in campaign of ‘cruelty’
John Emsley laughed at the victim after using a tattoo gun on her.

First-ever New Zealander makes the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders
Wellington-born Faith Ward, known as Flexi Faith, stood out among thousands of young women, earning her spot in this season's squad of dazzling dancers.

Three rescued from life-raft after vessel fails en route to Tonga
An NZDF F8 aircraft was deployed to assist in the rescue operation.

Pacquiao is back, but how back is he? Saturday's fight against Barrios will reveal all
Manny Pacquiao insisted he was back, and from a purely technical standpoint, he was correct.

Serious crash blocks Waitohu Valley Road in Manakau
Police say there have been serious injuries after a crash in the Horowhenua District.

Regulations ministry clarifies cost estimate for Regulatory Standards Bill
But the revised cost of $18 million may also end up on the low side.

Man who died in crash near Palmerston North identified
He was Colin Parker, 85, of Palmerston North.

Early childcare reliever sentenced after FBI tip led to discovery of child sexual abuse material
When the police arrested the woman, she said she had a “serious addiction to disgusting things”.

Music world pays tribute to Fat Freddy’s Drop founder Chris ‘Mu’ Faiumu
Aotearoa’s music world has paid tribute to the founder of legendary jazz and dub band Fat Freddy’s Drop.

Revealed: Child exploitation and bestiality material allegedly found on former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming's work devices
Jevon McSkimming resigned as Deputy Police Commissioner in May.

Wellington Phoenix vs Wrexham: Pre-season friendly at Sky Stadium
Wrexham are owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to end in 2026 after 30 years
Host Stephen Colbert told viewers he had only found out "last night".

Parliament versus Executive: Regs Review and the Regulatory Standards Bill
A parliamentary committee tasked with keeping a check on regulation has heard how the Regulatory Standards Board would duplicate its role, but without its powers.

Napier deputy mayor wins Superhuman award but reveals she’s stepping down
Annette Brosnan has won top individual local government award but she's stepping down.

Waihi Beach: Fire crews rescue driver from car
One person was rescued and is now with St John.

All Blacks winger ruled out of third French test
The All Blacks have been forced to scratch a starting winger for the second time in as many weeks.