New Zealand Breaking News

30/11/2020

Taranaki Hard review: An endearing look into small-town life | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

OPINION: As a local, the new show's trailer did not fill me with confidence, but it serves up some refreshingly honest insights.

30/11/2020

GNS Science, White Island Tours included in 13 WorkSafe prosecutions over Whakaari/White Island eruption | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Volcanic monitoring agency GNS Science and White Island Tours are among 13 parties being prosecuted over the fatal volcanic eruption.

30/11/2020

Elizabeth Lyn Vargas teases an upcoming 'very intense' revelation about her past | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Bravo Digital’s Megan Segura and Erik J. Mac bring you exclusive interviews from Bravo HQ, featuring Bravolebs plus expert commentary and behind-the-scenes scoop straight from Bravo execs. New episodes are released every Saturday morning, wherever you get your podcasts.

30/11/2020

My music moments: Kenzie Ziegler shares the soundtrack to her life | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

In celebration of her new single Cozy With Me Kenzie Ziegler walked E! News through the albums and artists that have shaped her.

30/11/2020

Chrissy Teigen shares her past struggles with breastfeeding and asks to 'normalize formula' | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Chrissy Teigen opened up about how hard it was to breastfeed her children on Twitter.

30/11/2020

Jarryd Hayne trial: 'Promising signs' alleged victim wanted to have s*x with Hayne, court told | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

GRAPHIC CONTENT: Ex-NRL star says alleged victim never said 'no' or 'stop' during their encounter.

30/11/2020

Residents fire first shot in battle over rifle range noise | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Neighbours of an army firing range are refusing to be silenced by a controversial covenant.

30/11/2020

New Zealand vs West Indies: Rain ruins final Twenty20 game at Bay Oval | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Only 2.2 overs were played as the wet weather dictated terms in the final game of the series in Mount Maunganui.

30/11/2020

Rebel Wilson celebrates a major health milestone in her wellness journey | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Rebel Wilson revealed she hit her goal weight after embarking on her Year of Health in a new Instagram post.

30/11/2020

New mental health facilities for Christchurch by end of 2022 | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

The $81.8m project will provide facilities for services that have been stuck in a quake-damaged building for the last decade.

30/11/2020

Shawn Mendes reveals how Camila Cabello's confidence changed his life | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

In a candid interview with GQ, Shawn Mendes talked about the pressure he put on himself to look a certain way, and how his girlfriend Camila Cabello helped him gain confidence.

30/11/2020

Covid-19 cuts millions from South Taranaki District Council's coffers | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Covid-19 disruptions have cut its income by millions, but the South Taranaki District Council has finished the financial year in good heart, its chief executive says.

30/11/2020

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson backs Christchurch boy's anti-violence message | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Angelou Brown may only be 5 years old but his anti-domestic violence message has the backing of one of Hollywood's biggest stars.

30/11/2020

Halsey slams the Grammys after snub and makes accusations of 'bribes' | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Halsey was not included on the list of 2021 Grammy Award nominees and like The Weeknd, who was also snubbed, she let her feelings of frustration be known. Read her comments and accusations.

30/11/2020

More heavy rain coming as Plimmerton clears up from heavy flooding | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Armed with shovels and gumboots, residents of the Porirua suburb prepare for more heavy rain just a day after flash flooding ravaged the area.

30/11/2020

Francia Raisa speaks out following Saved By the Bell's Selena Gomez kidney remarks | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Appreciate the apology but lets not forget about the donors that potentially felt offended,Francia Raisa said in response to Saved By the Bells remarks on Selena Gomezs kidney transplant.

30/11/2020

Māori relationship manager needed at district council, says iwi leader | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

A senior Māori relationship manager at the district council would provide a helpful voice, a Taranaki iwi leader says.

30/11/2020

IRD cracks down on residential property investors shirking bright line | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Inland Revenue has estimated up to 25 per cent of investors might not have paid the relevant tax.

30/11/2020

The Apprentice UK: Why Lord Sugar's series Trumps the American original | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

REVIEW: It’s not about the business. It’s about the rivalry, the tensions – and the incompetency. Think The Only Way is Ess*x - in suits.

30/11/2020

Intellectually disabled s*x offender freed after care order runs out | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

The Court of Appeal recognises consequences of its decision could be tragic.

30/11/2020

Qantas to outsource more than 2000 ground crew jobs due to pandemic | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Qantas is outsourcing the ground staff roles across 10 airports in a bid to lower costs as it faces a financial hit from the pandemic.

30/11/2020

Duck Dynasty's Bella Robertson engaged to Jacob Mayo | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Bella Robertson, a Duck Dynasty alum and the 18-year-old daughter of the shows stars Willie and Korie Robertson, is engaged to boyfriend Jacob Mayo.

30/11/2020

'Priceless' items stolen from historic Nelson church | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Burglars took artwork and religious icons dating back to the founding of a rural Nelson church more than 150 years ago.

30/11/2020

NZX50 rises to new record as Fisher & Paykel Healthcare climbs higher | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

The benchmark NZX50 advanced 1.02 per cent, or 128.693 points, to close at an all-time high of 12,768.52.

30/11/2020

Heavy rain falls in Wellington region as authorities remain on high alert for further flooding | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

The fire service has been called to flooding in Tawa, as the region braces for heavy rain following Sunday's deluge.

30/11/2020

Wellington UNESCO City of Film launches with focus on promoting diverse voices | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

30/11/2020

'Bruv, are you taking steroids?': Mark Hunt was worried Paul Gallen was taking steroids, so he sent him a text | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

'Are you cheating?': Gallen accepted and responded to Hunt's text message but it's what's happened after it that has the ex-NRL star riled up.

30/11/2020

New Plymouth road renamed after cultural information comes to light | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

A district council iwi committee has agreed to the renaming of a street in a new subdivision after further cultural information came to light.

30/11/2020

'One of NZ Cricket's great men': Tributes flow after death of Ross D***s | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Brendon McCullum pays tribute to former national selector and Otago Cricket CEO, who died aged 75.

30/11/2020

First Hector's dolphin calves of the season spotted | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

A sighting of two endangered newborn dolphins has renewed calls for fishing restrictions around Canterbury’s Banks Peninsula.

30/11/2020

Why Miley Cyrus fans think these Plastic Hearts songs are about Liam Hemsworth | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Miley Cyrus fans have decoded the lyrics to the songs off of her new Plastic Hearts album. Scroll on to find out why the tracks could be about her ex, Liam Hemsworth.

30/11/2020

Our Truth, Tā Mātou Pono: 'Good on 'em': Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern reacts to Stuff's apology to Māori | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Jacinda Ardern says it is a 'healthy thing' for media, Government to look at their role in social issues.

30/11/2020

CTV families seek legal challenge over police decision not to lay charges | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Maan Alkaisi, whose wife was among the 115 building collapse victims, is calling on Jacinda Ardern to intervene after "10 years of suffering and letdown".

30/11/2020

Joe Biden likely to wear moon boot after breaking a foot while playing with his dog | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

While initial X-rays showed no obvious signs of fracture, a further CT scan has now found tiny fractures of two small bones in the middle of the US President-elect's right foot.

30/11/2020

Watch Kendall and Kylie Jenner poke fun at their loves in hilarious TikTok video | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

In a new video, Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner spilled major details about their love lives, including whether they prefer dating rappers or basketball players. Scroll on to watch!

30/11/2020

Woman abused at age five urges reform in Catholic Church | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Frances Tagaloa, 52, wants transformational change in the way the Catholic Church deals with abuse including voluntary celibacy, changes to confession, and more training for priests.

30/11/2020

Automation flaw at Auckland port causes another setback | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

The beleaguered Ports of Auckland has suffered another setback. The automation part of its business has been halted while an investigation looks into how a "robot" was able to jump a concrete barrier hitting a shipping container at the weekend. WorkSafe has been advised and is looking into the incid...

30/11/2020

Stuff apologising for racism against Māori 'a very positive move' | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Stuff has been praised for owning up to perpetuating racist narratives about tangata whenua but academics have expressed scepticism that it will lead to lasting change.

30/11/2020

WOMAD NZ organisers make 'gut-wrenching' decision to pull out of 2021 festival | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

The New Zealand organiser of WOMAD says it had to pull out of the 2021 event, but the organisation which oversees the event internationally still plans for it to go ahead.

30/11/2020

GPs tell inquest they were unaware Pharmac changed their patients' epilepsy drugs | Download: https://bit.ly/LOCALNEWSAPP

Two GPs caring for patients who died after switching brands of an epilepsy drug say they were not aware of the Pharmac brand switch when they prescribed the drug for their patients.