‘Avoid the area’: 40 firefighters race to blaze in west Auckland
Around 40 firefighters from 14 crews are currently attempting to put out a large blaze at a boat building facility in west Auckland. Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) spokesperson…
Northland milk company closes down due to soaring fuel prices
A Northland business leading the way back to the future by selling milk straight from the farm in glass bottles is the latest to fall victim to soaring fuel prices…
NZ fuel stocks drop again as one shipment held up in Singapore
New Zealand’s fuel stocks have dropped for a second update in a row, with officials warning that maritime delays are likely to become more frequent after revealing one shipment had…
Nearly $17m of cocaine found in lining of container at Tauranga
Nearly 50kg of cocaine – valued at around $16.8 million – stashed in the lining of a refrigerated container has been seized at the Port of Tauranga. New Zealand Customs…
The community devastated by the tragic loss of a young life!
The sudden and tragic death of a young and promising Indian student, Shaurya Sriram, has deeply shaken the Indian community in New Zealand. Shaurya, 21, died after being pulled unconscious…
Cocaine consumption surges to all‑time high in New Zealand
Cocaine use has hit an all-time high in New Zealand, exceeding MDMA consumption for the first time, according to new wastewater testing data. The data, released by police on Monday,…
Govt eases fuel rules to allow Australian‑spec petrol and diesel
The Government has temporarily eased fuel rules to allow petrol and diesel refined for Australia to be sold in New Zealand as it looks to reduce the risk of supply disruptions.…
Jack Hargreaves admits the murder of his brother, armed seizure of car after Hamilton shooting
Jack Hargreaves’ brother and flatmate were trying to get into his bedroom when he fired three shotgun rounds through the door they were standing in front of. A short time…
Hospitals, water, roads: What NZ’s new 30-year infrastructure plan means!
Leaky hospitals, mouldy army barracks and bursting water pipes — a new 30-year infrastructure plan lays bare the cost of decades of neglect, but warns New Zealand is already planning…
I&B Ministry issues traffic advisory ahead of India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Sunday issued a traffic advisory ahead of the India AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled to begin in the national capital on February 16.…
BJANZ Marks Bihar Diwas and Extends Farewell to HCI Neeta Bhushan!
The Bihar Jharkhand Association of New Zealand (BJANZ) marked Bihar Diwas with great enthusiasm while also extending a warm and emotional farewell to one of Bihar’s distinguished daughters, the outgoing…
Allegedly drunk rider flees police, hides at property where drugs found
An Auckland motorcyclist, caught at nearly twice the legal alcohol limit, fled from police at high speed before trying to hide his Harley Davidson at a property where officers later…
Haryana DGP expresses grief over Surajkund fair swing collapse; on-duty inspector dies while rescuing victims
Haryana Director General of Police (DGP) Ajay Singhal has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic swing collapse at the Surajkund Mela, which claimed the life of on-duty Inspector Jagdish. The…
Luxon heckled, Peters fiery as politicians speak at Waitangi
Christopher Luxon (Source: 1News) Prime Minister Christopher Luxon faced heckling from the crowd as he spoke at Waitangi today, where political leaders clashed over the Treaty amid calls for unity.…
Washing away: Fight to save popular tourist route from the sea
In the first part of a focus on the North Island’s fragile – but well-travelled – road to Cape Palliser, Local Democracy Reporting examines the road’s current state. By Sue…
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Govt’s new year changes: How they’ll affect your wallet
Motorists will pay more to register their vehicles from today, but prescription costs will drop in February – all part of a series of changes rolling out in the new…
Fake Cop Tries to Pull Over Real Police — While Drunk
A bizarre and dangerous incident has unfolded in Auckland after a man posing as a police officer attempted to pull over an actual police car — while allegedly more than…
Breman Signals Readiness to Act!
New Reserve Bank Governor Anna Breman has made it clear she will not hesitate to use the full range of policy tools available to the central bank if New Zealand’s…
“Ginny Andersen’s Words on Small Business Ring Hollow Against Her Record”-Ash Parmar
*Ginny Andersen Should Look in the Mirror Before Lecturing on Small Business Pain* When Ginny Andersen talks about the struggles of small businesses, I can’t help but ask: what’s her…
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Khalistani Protest in New Zealand Fails to Garner Local Support, Highlights Immigration Concerns
AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND – The recent Khalistani protests held in Auckland, New Zealand aimed at creating awareness about an upcoming referendum on 17 November 2024 has largely failed to achieve…
ISRO’s SSLV-D3 Mission: A Triumph for Indian Space Technology!
ISRO’s Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV), a new addition to India’s space launch capability, has successfully demonstrated its potential with the third developmental flight, SSLV-D3. This mission, launched on August…
Indian Migrants in Auckland: Striving for a Better Life Amidst Job Market Challenges
In recent years, Auckland, New Zealand, has become a sought-after destination for many young Indian migrants, primarily those in their late 20s to early 30s. Armed with dreams of a…