The New Zealand men's rowing quad replace banned Russians for the Rio Olympics and internet searches for properties in New Zealand skyrocket in the UK since Brexit and its happening in the US because of Trump. A same-sex couple is celebrating a land-mark ruling after the Italian Government refused a Kiwi man residence with his partner in Italy.
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Firefighters bring massive Hastings scrub fire under control
Hamish Smith, group manager Fire and Emergency Hawke’s Bay, describes the situation at the scene of a six-hectare scrub fire in Waiwhare, Hastings district.
Israel Adesanya buys into one of Auckland's most popular new eateries
Israel Adesanya has bought into Broke Boy Taco. Video / BBT
The Surge debut their first vinyl with Vine Street Vinyl
Three-piece band The Surge in collaboration with Vine Street Vinyl in Whangārei debut their first ever vinyl on World Record Store Day on April 20. Video / Northern Advocate
AI threat to authors and Weinstein conviction overturned | Focus Morning Bulletin April 26, 2024
Lawyer appeals High Court decision over Children's Minister's summons, and one of Harvey Weinstein's rape convictions is overturned. Video / NZ Herald / Getty / Newstalk ZB
Markets with Madison: Luxury trade
Some of the largest luxury groups are experiencing a decline in demand for designer goods, as shoppers seek deals in the second-hand market. Video / Carson Bluck
Urbano reopens
Mark Solon and Jane Solon inside their newly refurbished restaurant, Urbano Bistro, which reopened this week after a car crashed inside nearly six weeks ago.
Winston Peters speaks at Gallipoli dawn service
Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters gives speech at Gallipoli Anzac dawn service. Video / Whakaata Māori
'Bonnet' a solution for EV users
The app can help manage Road User Charges, which many EV drivers may now also have to pay.
Government challenges, reforms and Anzac Day | Focus Morning Bulletin April 25, 2024
The government is challenged once again as we celebrate Anzac Day. Video / NZ Herald
Thousands attend Anzac Day in Whangārei
Thousands attended th Anzac Day dawn service in Whangārei. Video / NZ Herald
Anzac Day 2024: Lest we forget
Today marks the 108th Anzac Day. As is tradition a number of dawn services were held around Australia and NZ. Video / NZ Herald / RAAF
Walter Malcolm WW2 Waipukurau veteran
Walter Malcolm WW2 Waipukurau veteran talks about his war experience in Germany. Video Warren Buckland
Kea Kids News: Green Party MP Chlöe Swarbrick can call out boomers, but can she dab?
Want to know what politics are? Chlöe Swarbrick explains to Kea Kids News reporter Rufus, and tries to top Seymour’s chicken dance. Video / Kea Kids News
Focus Live: Anzac Dawn Service 2024
Join us for live coverage of the Anzac dawn service 2024, from Gisborne and Auckland NZ. Video Whakaata Māori
Queenstown skiers get new high-speed chairlift
Six-seater chairlift will allow more access to slopes at The Remarkables Ski Area.
Queenstown skiers get new high-speed chairlift
Six-seater chairlift will allow more access to slopes at The Remarkables Ski Area.
Chris Hipkins responds to Cabinet reshuffle
Labour leader Chris Hipkins responds to Christopher Luxon's Cabinet reshuffle announcement. Video / Mark Mitchell
Christopher Luxon announces Cabinet reshuffle
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces senior Cabinet ministers will take over the Broadcasting and Disability Issues portfolios. Video / Mark Mitchell
New Zealand names Olympic Women's Canoe Sprint team
The New Zealand Team has named it’s largest ever women’s canoe sprint team for the Paris Olympic Games. Video / Ben Dickens
Celebrating a legend
Duke Festival of Surfing helps drive business in New Brighton Video / NZ Herald
'Patchy' the homeless entrepreneur
Jon Low, or Patchy as known by social media has secured a shop to run his coffee business from in Central Auckland. Video / Corey Fleming
Inside the Rovers: Long Road Back
Injured duo Alex Mort and Christian Leopard open up about the long and frustrating road back from injury. Video / Neil Reid
Witness takes the stand in Donald Trump trial
Key witness David Pecker has detailed a strategy used to bury damaging news of the former US President.
Dog poo dumped in Remuera after bin removed
Dog walkers are dumping bags of faeces at a spot where Auckland Council removed a bin.
Latam compensation, Trump trial and first-home buyers | Focus Morning Bulletin April 24, 2024
Latam passengers work to gain compensation, a key witness in Donald Trump’s trial takes the stand and first-home buyers dominate the market in the latest NZ Herald headlines.
Farmers look to use their land in different ways
Brent Mountford is a sheep and beef farmer and keen conservationist.
Family-run farms are changing
More and more farmers and their wives are finding additional work off-farm.
Ten-year-old raises awareness for Autism Acceptance Month
Fa'alili Fa'alili is a 10-year-old who was diagnosed with autism when she was 2 years old. She has severe language delay, but enjoys music and reading. Video / Elizabeth Fa'alili
Kea Kids News: Runner loses leg but wins spot in Paralympics
When Mitch Joynt’s leg went through a wood chipper, little did he know it would set him on a path to glory. Kea Kids News reporter Robbie finds out the gory details.
Police Association president Chris Cahill gives submission to justice select committee
Chris Cahill earlier expressed his support for the Government’s proposed gang patch ban - but said it was 'not without its fish hooks'. Video / New Zealand Parliament
Former Black Power member Eugene Ryder gives submission to justice select committee
A former member of Black Power says the Government’s proposed gang patch ban won't work and could lead to members getting tattoos of patches. Video / New Zealand Parliament
Australasia's first zero-emission green hydrogen refuelling network
Green hydrogen company Hiringa Energy has launched Australasia's first zero-emission green hydrogen refuelling network, Hiringa Refuelling New Zealand. Video / Hiringa
Inside NZ Post’s newest facility
The massive hub can process more than 30,000 parcels an hour at peak times. Video / Ben Dickens
The business redefining skincare
Why Kiwibank quickly got behind global beauty brand Emma Lewisham.
It’s not just what’s in the jar
- but what happens to the jar…the inspiring tale of Emma Lewisham.
Oranga Tamariki cuts, Three Strikes and Trump’s trial | Focus Morning Bulletin April 23, 2024
Oranga Tamariki calls in consultants to help with job cuts, why Three Strikes could add to court backlogs and the first witness in Trump’s trial in the latest NZ Herald headlines.
Iwi-supported accommodation to help released prisoners reintegrate
Te Hāpai Ō is an iwi-supported accommodation service intended to help men coming out of prison to reintegrate into society. Video / Whakaata Māori