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Dunedin Under Red Rain Warning as Climate Reality Hits

Ella Thompson — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 11:12:23 GMT

Dunedin is under a rare red-level heavy rain warning, with surface flooding and land instability already reported across the city. Civil Defence has activated its emergency bunker as forecasters warn of 80 to 120mm of rain through Monday morning.

NZTA busway homeowners forced to market unsellable houses

Ella Thompson — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:51:27 GMT

Auckland homeowners facing forced acquisition for the multibillion-dollar busway are spending thousands on real estate marketing for houses they know will never sell, exposing a flawed RMA process.

Tamaki's Guns Seized Over Hate Speech Before Modi Visit

Ella Thompson — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:50:25 GMT

Brian Tamaki's firearms were seized after inciting violence against Hindus, Sikhs, and Muslims. He blames the upcoming Modi visit, but communities demand hate speech reform.

Iran's Khamenei Funeral Draws Millions Amid Ceasefire

Ella Thompson — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:06:26 GMT

The body of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei arrived at Tehran's Grand Mosalla on Friday, setting the stage for a historic funeral amid a fragile ceasefire. Khamenei was killed in US-Israeli strikes that triggered the recent Middle East war.

AI Anxiety in NZ: Preparing Our Kids for Tomorrow

Ella Thompson — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:01:35 GMT

With AI anxiety high in New Zealand, experts urge parents to foster curiosity and critical thinking over fear. Here is how to prepare the next generation.

Ruben Love at 10: Dave Rennie's All Blacks embrace optimism

Ella Thompson — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:57:32 GMT

He was outstanding. I'm sure there won't be too many arguments about that selection. He's really confident, really clear.

Why Aotearoa's Migrant Gratitude Rhetoric Is a Neoliberal Trap

Ella Thompson — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:02:50 GMT

Demands for migrant gratitude silence discrimination and mask policy failures. Given their economic contributions, Aotearoa owes migrants reciprocal respect.

Kim Dotcom Extradition: A 30-Year US Sentence and NZ's Legal Crossroads

Ella Thompson — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:05:49 GMT

A forum bar is an express statutory restriction that prevents extradition to another nation where the alleged offending could be prosecuted domestically. New Zealand does not currently have a forum bar, meaning our courts are often bound by international treaty obligations even when a domestic prosecution is possible.

US Diplomat Pressures NZ on Defence and Nuclear Ban

Ella Thompson — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:03:28 GMT

freeloading' on American security guarantees. Stilwell distanced himself from Hegseth's exact phrasing but echoed the underlying grievance. He pointed to the threat of the Chinese Navy operating in our waters, suggesting that without a robust navy or coast guard, New Zealand simply expects America to intervene.

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Whangārei Store Owner on Trial for Migrant Exploitation

Ella Thompson — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:06:17 GMT

Snehal Patel faces 15 charges of migrant exploitation and one of blackmail. Workers allege 100-hour weeks, storeroom sleeping conditions, and visa threats.

The Opportunity Party: Policies Behind the Poll Surge

Ella Thompson — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:05:10 GMT

The Opportunity Party is polling at 4.6%. Could Qiulae Wong's progressive platform of UBI, ocean protection, and Te Tiriti respect break Parliament's cartel?

Alan Hall Case: Police Accused of Perverting Justice

Ella Thompson — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:44:47 GMT

Two unnamed police officers are facing trial for allegedly withholding vital evidence that led to the wrongful conviction of Alan Hall in 1985.

Dubai Death Penalty: Influencer's Self-Defence Claim

Ella Thompson — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:01:31 GMT

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Australian Man Charged With Murder of Thai Teen in Pattaya

Ella Thompson — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:04:20 GMT

Australian national Carman faces murder charges in Thailand following the death of 17-year-old Tunchanok Donhomla. The teenager's body was found stuffed inside a suitcase along a Pattaya railway track. Carman claims he acted in self-defense during a dispute over $53, but the evidence points toward a brutal reality of exploitation and violence against a minor.

Mystics Claim Record Fourth Title Amid Netball Future Doubts

Ella Thompson — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:01:11 GMT

The Northern Mystics secured a record fourth ANZ Premiership netball title, overcoming adversity and last year's heartbreak to outclass the Southern Steel, but the sport's future remains uncertain.

Born in the Rubble: Venezuela's Earthquake Crisis

Ella Thompson — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:02:42 GMT

We will be there for our new and great friends,

After the Storm: Floods Expose NZ Infrastructure Gaps

Ella Thompson — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:01:22 GMT

Things will be on an improving trend. It'll still be a little bit windy, but not anything like what it's been like, even for Auckland. There could be the odd shower or two before dawn, but, with the move to south-easterly, Auckland becomes pretty sheltered, and so it'll actually end up being a relatively nice day.

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Youth Inspire Defies Funding Cuts To Support Rangatahi

Ella Thompson — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:04:03 GMT

Youth unemployment in Aotearoa is hovering near 15 percent, roughly three times the national average. In the Hutt Valley, grassroots charity Youth Inspire is pushing back against this tide.

From Netball Injury to Black Ferns: Mererangi Paul's Rise

Ella Thompson — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:01:31 GMT

Mererangi Paul's journey from a netball knee injury in Whakatāne to 17 Black Ferns test caps is a story of whānau, resilience, and reinvention in women's rugby.

Why Corsica Needs Autonomy From France's Centralized State

Ella Thompson — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:46:47 GMT

France's centralized state stifles Corsica and its overseas territories. Granting autonomy empowers local communities, drives economic innovation, and protects unique ecosystems.

Elderly Home Invasion Exposes Justice System Fault Lines

Ella Thompson — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:06:52 GMT

A 28-year-old man has been sentenced to five years and eight months in prison for a terrifying home invasion in Huntly and a separate domestic violence incident, raising urgent questions about how Aotearoa addresses the root causes of harm.

Hide Christchurch Closure: A Shift for Ōtautahi Nightlife

Ella Thompson — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:01:31 GMT

It provided opportunities for me to have a go. It's provided a lot of opportunities for so many young DJs coming through,

Northland Flood Evacuees Blocked From Home By Red Tape

Ella Thompson — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:03:33 GMT

Five months after severe storms, Northland evacuees remain stranded. Rigid government rules blocking off-grid whānau from returning home expose a critical climate response gap.

When Algorithms Panic: AI Sell-Off Exposes Fragile Market Foundations

Ella Thompson — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:01:46 GMT

These big moves are part of a growing trend of rising volatility in tech stocks generally. This volatility is, in our view, evidence of excessive froth and calls into the question the sustainability of this rally.

The sell-off lacked a single obvious catalyst. Traders' fear isn't rooted in anything specific, but rather in the precarious heights of AI companies' sky-high valuations. When grow

Heart of the City Board Resigns En Masse Over Governance Crisis

Ella Thompson — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:02:58 GMT

The mass resignation of Heart of the City's board exposes a governance crisis at Auckland's CBD advocacy body, with calls to withhold over $5M in public funding.

National's KiwiSaver Plan: Progress or Poverty Trap?

Ella Thompson — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:01:32 GMT

National's compulsory KiwiSaver policy promises retirement equity, but Labour warns it could deepen the cost-of-living crisis for those who can't afford it.

All Whites Face World Cup Heartbreak in 3-1 Egypt Defeat

Ella Thompson — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:03:14 GMT

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Gus Lamont's Grandmother Breaks Silence on Police Theory

Ella Thompson — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:01:37 GMT

Gus Lamont's grandmother reveals she is the main police suspect in his disappearance, calling their burial theory 'ludicrous' and presenting overlooked evidence of abduction.

Brothers' $2m Cocaine Sentence Exposes Cartel Exploitation

Ella Thompson — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:03:47 GMT

Two Chilean brothers sentenced to over six years for smuggling $2m of cocaine into NZ were 'expendable assets' exploited by cartels, raising questions about punitive justice.

Beyond Mickey: Rethinking the California Family Road Trip

Ella Thompson — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:02:40 GMT

Beyond Mickey: Rethinking the California Family Road Trip. A Kiwi family's California road trip reveals there is more to the Golden State than Disney's sensory overload. From Ventura's unhurried surf culture to Palm Springs' desert conservation efforts, travelling with young children demands a slower, more intentional pace.

Wellness at Sea: Can Luxury Cruises Cure Modern Burnout?

Ella Thompson — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:04:14 GMT

Many of the guests that come on board are overstimulated, overwhelmed, tired and stressed,

Black Caps Command 352-Run Lead After Nicholls Century

Ella Thompson — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 21:01:06 GMT

I wasn't ever going to be able to replace him. I just really enjoyed being back in test cricket, you want to contribute. It was fun, the partnership with Rachin and with Daryl at the end there.

Abuse Redress Expansion Faces Funding Crisis for Survivors

Ella Thompson — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:04:25 GMT

: { anomaly that the Government was concerned about. But it was the bravery of a woman named Charlotte, who approached Stanford at an event to describe the many

New NZ Maths Curriculum Risks Setting Students Up to Fail

Ella Thompson — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:01:44 GMT

Given that they haven't really had any change, no statistically significant changes, it's probably fair enough to say the results would be poorer, if you put them against the new curriculum,

Whanganui's Scabies Outbreak Exposes Deeper Cracks in Our Social Safety Net

Ella Thompson — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:03:48 GMT

Whanganui's year-long scabies outbreak highlights systemic inequalities, as pharmacists report soaring treatment rates and health experts point to inadequate housing and hot water access.

Hastings stabbing: Father killed breaking up street dispute

Ella Thompson — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:01:44 GMT

A 33-year-old Hastings father was fatally stabbed while trying to de-escalate a street dispute. Rewita pleaded guilty to murder after the Camberley confrontation.

Beehive Refurbishment: Parliament Faces 18-Month Vacancy

Ella Thompson — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:04:54 GMT

New Zealand's iconic Beehive could be vacated for 18 months of repairs as structural deterioration forces a conversation about institutional renewal and democratic modernisation.

Pike River Families Fight Dangerous Safety Law Rollback

Ella Thompson — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:01:10 GMT

We've tried so hard to get our message out there, of what it's like to lose loved ones in the workplace, and I don't know why Brooke van Velden is so hell-bent on weakening those laws that we actually managed to strengthen,

NZ's 30-Year Infrastructure Plan Wins Rare Cross-Party Backing

Ella Thompson — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:03:36 GMT

Parliament backs a 30-year infrastructure plan with rare cross-party consensus, but high spending and low efficiency raise questions about our sustainable future.

Explosive Hazards Found in Shackleton and Scott's Antarctic Huts

Ella Thompson — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:01:55 GMT

New Zealand has issued a stark warning regarding the presence of highly explosive chemicals inside two of Antarctica's most revered historic huts. Ernest Shackleton's Nimrod Hut and Robert Falcon Scott's Terra Nova Hut, both managed by New Zealand, contain deteriorating chemicals that could pose significant safety risks to visitors and researchers.

Matthew Hooton Named The Post Editor: A Liberal Test for NZ Media

Ella Thompson — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:03:06 GMT

I'd hope that the powerful institutions of New Zealand, whether that's the government, the opposition, union bosses, business leaders, sports administrators, or arts administrators, are a little unsettled by the appointment,

No conviction for man who fought racist aggressor in Hamilton

Ella Thompson — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:01:23 GMT

A Colombian man who left his aggressor with a brain injury after a racially charged Hamilton street fight has been granted a discharge without conviction, with the court ruling he acted under extreme provocation.

Wellington Cycleway Vandalism Injures Firefighter

Ella Thompson — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:02:51 GMT

A deliberate act of vandalism on Wellington's new Ngauranga to Petone shared path has left a firefighter injured and a community questioning the cultural hostility that still surrounds cycling infrastructure in New Zealand.

White Ferns Fall to West Indies After Fielding Collapse

Ella Thompson — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:02:36 GMT

The White Ferns face an uphill battle in the T20 World Cup after a dismal fielding display allowed the West Indies to chase down 163 comfortably.

Tab Baldwin on Tragic Athlete Drownings: 'I Have Failed'

Ella Thompson — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 08:03:34 GMT

Former Tall Blacks coach Tab Baldwin has apologised after two athletes drowned during a training exercise in the Philippines, sparking safety protocol investigations.

Wellington Airport Resumes Flights After Terminal Fire

Ella Thompson — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:01:24 GMT

Wellington Airport is back in action after a terminal fire triggered evacuations and left travellers stranded. Here is what you need to know about the disruptions.

Compassionate Family Spares Driver Prison After Pedestrian Death

Ella Thompson — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:03:25 GMT

Adrian Bell's family chose compassion over vengeance after his death. The driver who killed him received home detention. A story of grief, grace and systemic questions.

Australia's Social Media Ban: Flawed But Hopeful?

Ella Thompson — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:01:10 GMT

Six months after Australia banned social media for under-16s, teens are bypassing it. But could this pragmatic policy still protect the next generation of kids?

Home detention for Nelson driver over drug-fueled crash

Ella Thompson — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:03:10 GMT

A Nelson driver who crashed with massive drug levels in his system gets home detention, raising questions about rehabilitation, job loss, and road safety.

David Harbour Speaks on Lily Allen's Divorce Album

Ella Thompson — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:01:21 GMT

David Harbour breaks his silence on Lily Allen's 2025 divorce album, calling it 'weird' while respecting her artistic privilege. The actor also opens up about mental health struggles and the link between creativity and vulnerability.