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One dead in Hastings house fire
One person is dead after a house fire in Hastings this afternoon.
Man charged after threats to seriously harm puppies
"These puppies didn't ask to be born, and they certainly didn't deserve to end up in danger."
'There are too many plaques on our memorial wall' - Fallen police officers honoured
The 34 New Zealand police officers killed in the line of duty were honoured today by police officers, staff and whanau for Police Remembrance Day.
Youth Search and Rescue to shut down at end of year
"Despite many efforts to try and keep the operation going, ultimately, there were no answers," says the trust.
Man charged after Wellington stand-off
He allegedly entered a property with a long bladed weapon and tried to steal a vehicle.
New measles case confirmed in Queenstown
And a high school event has been linked to a case in Northland.
'She cared so much about her colleagues' - memorial for police officer unveiled
Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming becomes the 34th name on the police roll of honour.
Northland man fined $15k for cruel treatment of calves
Nine calves were found dead during three visits to the farm by animal welfare inspectors, who had to euthanise another four.
Two injured after gas bottle explodes on work vehicle
Two people have been taken to hospital after a gas bottle exploded and set fire to a vehicle in Christchurch.
Search for missing Christchurch teenager called off
Police have suspended the search for a Christchurch teenager last seen on Friday.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 29th September 2025
In today's episode, two decades of Australian child vaccination rates increasing came to an end following the Covic 19 pandemic, according to a report published in the Australian and New Zealand… Audio
Can you ‘microdose’ exercise?
If you can't make time for a 30-minute run, will shorter bursts of activity do anything for your health?
NZ decision on Palestine leaves community feeling betrayed
Angry and disappointed - that's how Palestinian New Zealanders are feeling after the government's decision to not recognise Palestinian statehood at this time. Spokesperson for Aotearoa for Palestine… Audio
New Zealand delays recognition of Palestinian statehood
The government's decided not to recognise Palestinian statehood for now, saying it would complicate efforts to secure a ceasefire. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Israel welcomes NZ’s decision to delay Palestinian recognition
Israel is pleased the New Zealand government has decided now is not the time to recognise a Palestinian state. Israel's Ambassador to New Zealand, Alon Roth spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
What do we get out of Jacinda Ardern's children's book?
Where does Mum's Busy Work fit when women with young kids are struggling to stay in the workforce?
NZ faces reputational hit over Palestine stance
An international relations expert says New Zealand will take a reputational hit internationally following its decision not to recognise Palestine as a state. Political reporter Lillian Hanly reports. Audio
First Up - The Podcast, Monday 29 September
On today's First Up pod: Poland and Nato scrambled jets early on Sunday as Russia carried out strikes on Western Ukraine... Europe correspondent Anita Purcell Sjollund has the details. If you thought… Audio
Black Ferns playing for pride
Sport fans are spoiled for choice with the Silver Ferns, All Blacks and Black Ferns all in action - the latter fighting it out for 3rd place at the Women's RWC. Audio