NZ First proposes expanding mining, reducing DOC powers, extending permits, and returning 50% of royalties to regions ahead of the 2026 election.
A man is in critical condition after a weekend stabbing in Dublin’s north inner city, with Gardaí appealing for information as investigations continue.
A Tauranga man has been sentenced to over nine years in prison after being convicted of multiple rapes, with the court highlighting the lasting impact on the victim.
A motorcyclist, described as a father working two jobs, was killed in a crash involving a suspected drink driver. Police investigations continue.
A driver has died following a crash during a speedway event near Dunedin, with investigations underway into the circumstances.
Counter-terrorism officers are assisting in a Derby car incident investigation, though police say the motive remains unclear as inquiries continue.
Bluebridge ferry sailings continue to be canceled due to an ongoing fault on the Connemara, disrupting passenger travel and freight across the Cook Strait.
Protesters in Wellington held a peaceful overnight vigil inside a cathedral after receiving move-on orders, with no major incidents reported.
A 29-year-old man was shot dead in a car near Euston Station, London. Police have launched a murder investigation and are searching for a suspect.
A 16-year-old girl found seriously injured on a Leeds street has been identified, as police continue a murder investigation with four suspects in custody.
Dense fog in Auckland grounded dozens of domestic flights, causing delays and disruption for travelers before conditions improved later in the morning.
Heavy rain and strong winds moving from the north are expected to persist, with thunderstorms and potential flooding risks across parts of Indonesia.
Five people were injured in a two-vehicle crash in County Westmeath, Ireland. All were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries as investigations continue.
New Zealand seeks public and industry feedback to identify regulatory barriers in its fuel plan, aiming to ensure smooth supply amid global uncertainty.
Reports suggest Russian students are being misled into signing military contracts, with promises of benefits masking potential deployment to high-risk combat zones.
An Iranian missile strike ignited a chemical plant fire, raising fears of hazardous leaks as emergency crews responded and authorities assessed risks.
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A Tauranga man, Rikki Tarei, has been sentenced to prison after being convicted of raping a young woman.
One person was seriously injured in a single-vehicle crash in Northland, leading to a highway closure.
One person has died after a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 3, with the road closed and investigations ongoing.
Wellington police are investigating reports of a man approaching children, with increased patrols and public vigilance advised.
Three people were arrested in central Auckland after a police chase, with a firearm recovered at the scene.
Israeli police restricted access to Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre during Palm Sunday, citing security concerns, preventing some Catholic clergy and worshippers from attending Mass.
A man is in custody after a major police response in Dunedin involving a vehicle pursuit and search operation.
Iran warned it would “rain fire” on U.S. troops if a ground invasion occurs, as tensions escalate and both military preparations and diplomatic talks continue in the ongoing conflict.