Two women who have tested positive for Covid-19 got lost on their drive from Auckland to Wellington and required help - giving the person a "kiss and a cuddle", Parliament has been told.
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MetService Weather: 16th of September - 18th of September
MetService Weather: 16th of September - 18th of September. Video / Metservice
Family appeal for more information after car rammed
A ute rams Jonzy Brandt's unoccupied car during a late-night hit and run in Hastings. Video / Supplied
Cellphone ban and patch laws | Focus Morning Bulletin September 16, 2024
Mount Albert Grammar hails cellphone ban, Waiheke Island vineyard’s $600,000 fine and the new gang patch law causing an uproar.
Markets with Madison: Super Fund
Our sovereign wealth fund is set to double in the next decade. How will its new CEO meet its growth demands? Video / Cameron Pitney
Kiwi hip hop kids show Raygun how it’s done
Reporter Grace checks out Aotearoa’s finest young hip hop teams as they battle it out at the Zespri AIMS Games 2024. Who will take the gold? Video / KKN
PM Christopher Luxon addresses Aussie Malcolm accusations
PM Christopher Luxon addresses revelations that former National Party minister Aussie Malcolm has been accused of historical child sex abuse.
Focus: PM Christopher Luxon and Mark Mitchell talk Auckland crime after his police ride-along
PM Christopher Luxon and Police Minister Mark Mitchell talk Auckland crime after the Prime Minister has been for a police ride-along. Video / NZ Herald
PM Christopher Luxon goes for a police ride-along with Auckland Police
PM Christopher Luxon goes for a police ride-along with Auckland Police.
Stacey Jones joins Jason Pine on Newstalk ZB
Rugby league enthusiasts are in for a treat as Kiwis head coach Stacey Jones joins Jason Pine on Newstalk ZB live in the studio.
Inside the Westpac rescue helicopter
Inside the Westpac rescue helicopter with the NZ Herald. Video / George Heard
Chicken and chickpea traybake
Traybakes are a great option for a nutritious family meal. Video / Fresh Media
Midnight Search for Missing Fisherman at Nine Pin
Last night, Papakura Coastguard volunteers along with Titirangi Volunteer Coastguard were paged at midnight to assist in the search for a fisherman reported missing off the rocks.
Health sector reforms and energy sector struggles | Focus Morning Bulletin September 14, 2024
Health sector reforms take place as the energy sector struggles. Country GDP is expected to drop as a result. A section of SH1 will be closed this weekend due to grid upgrades.
Matthew Ridge's new life in France
Matthew Ridge and David Ring open up on their new podcast. Video / Michael Craig
Brave Daisy Nicholl chats and plays despite missing a third of her skull
Three-year-old Daisy Nicholl had the missing part of her skull replaced this week. Video / Supplied
Meet the Gentoo penguins of Kelly Tarltons
The Gentoo penguins of Kelly Tarltons have just begun their breeding season. A deeper look at these beautiful creatures. Video / NZ Herald
‘His presence was so pervasive’
Former National cabinet minister and Ngati Porou member Hekia Parata talks about Ngati Porou legend Sir Apirana Ngata. Video / Mark Mitchell
Almond and sage pesto pasta
It only takes a few minutes to prepare this easy pasta dish. Video / Fresh Media
Curious kiwi visits Russell home
The North Island brown kiwi managed to get in through the cat flap. Video / Brodie Stone
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Friday 13th September
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Friday 13th September.
Focus Live: David Seymour speaks to media
Act leader David Seymour says he has asked the Ministry of Education to look into reports that teachers are taking lunches off students.
Snow hits the South Island
Parts of the South Island brace for heavy snowfall with orange warnings in place for parts of Otago and Canterbury. Video / Cam Winter, George Heard
Healthcare concerns and AI fights conspiracies | Focus Morning Bulletin September 13, 2024
A warning from nurses amid new health targets, youth vaping laws introduced to Parliament and how AI is being used to fight conspiracy theories.
Markets with Madison: Power merger
Two electricity companies could join forces to become the second largest player. Contact Energy’s CEO & Chairman explain why they’ve been trying to takeover Manawa in secret.
Nga Taiatea Wharekura legacy continues
Te Kanawa Wilson is the latest champion of the Pei Te Hurinui Jones tāonga, continuing the legacy and success of Nga Taiatea Wharekura on the national Ngā Manu Kōrero stage.
Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter rescues paraglider
One person has critical injuries after a paraglider crash on a cliff at Auckland’s popular Muriwai Beach. Video / Supplied
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday 12th September
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday 12th September. Video / MetService
Hit and run death: Former All Black's daughter pleads guilty
Former All Black's daughter Helena Cribb pleads guilty hit and run death.
Shane Reti on the government's five health targets
Health Minister Dr Shane Reti announcing details of the plan to implement the Government’s five health targets. Video / Mark Mitchell
Focus Live: Health announcement
Minister Reti will announce details of the plan to implement the Government’s five health targets.
Health targets and US presidential debate | Focus Morning Bulletin September 12, 2024
Shane Reti faces heat over who will game new health targets, high praise for Kamala Harris and why traditional check-in desks will soon be a thing of the past.
Exclusive: Kiwis get first look at The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power major spoiler
Kemen and Valandil, played by Kiwi actors Leon Wadham and Alex Tarrant go head to head in this heated exclusive spoiler.
Major search and rescue training exercise completed in Auckland Harbour this morning
Emergency services have completed a multi-agency exercise led by the Police, simulating a marine search and rescue in the Auckland Harbour this morning. Video / Hayden Woodward
GP practices lay complaint with Commerce Commision over ‘unfair’ and ‘illegal’ contracts
The General Practice Owners Association says underfunding primary care is bad for all New Zealanders.
Kea Kids News: Suva superstars make their AIMS Games netball debut
The 2024 Zespri AIMS Games are in full swing! Reporter Eli hits the netball court where a team from Fiji is competing in New Zealand for the very first time.
Act MP's emotional speech
Mark Cameron has spoken in Parliament about the death of his son. Video / Parliament TV
MetService Severe Weather: Wednesday September 11th
MetService Severe Weather: Wednesday September 11th Video / MetService
Buy now, pay later fees to go unregulated thanks to David Seymour
Buy now, pay later fees to go unregulated thanks to David Seymour’s new Ministry for Regulation. Video / Mark Mitchell