Focus Morning Bulletin: 17 June, 2022

16 Jun, 2022 07:50 PM

Poll shows how our mayoral candidates rank, why the AA’s issued a warning to the Government amid rising petrol prices and there’s something fishy about how one company handled the GIB crisis in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald

Scott Robertson names his first All Black selections of 2025

Scott Robertson names his first All Black selections of 2025

Scott Robertson has called up five new faces for his first All Blacks class of 2025, with his 35-man squad for next month’s series against France named.

Caleb Clarke's statement following sentencing in Auckland District Court

Caleb Clarke's statement following sentencing in Auckland District Court

All Black Caleb Clarke's statement outside Auckland District Court following his sentencing, where he was discharged without conviction. Video / Sylvie Whinray

Jacinda Ardern's daughter Neve shows 'American twang' in birthday video

Jacinda Ardern's daughter Neve shows 'American twang' in birthday video

Neve Te Aroha Ardern Gayford turned 7 on June 21, with Clarke Gayford making a 'Jellycat Diner' cake for the occasion. Video / @clarkegayford

PM open to scrapping regional councils amid RMA reform

PM open to scrapping regional councils amid RMA reform

On the Mike Hosking PM Christopher Luxon says he's open to scrapping regional councils amid RMA reform. NewstalkZB

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Foodstuffs South Island’s new $28m automated freezer distribution centre

Foodstuffs South Island’s new $28m automated freezer distribution centre

This vast new Hornby pallet hotel is due to open on August 21. Video / George Heard

Th' Dudes on the bill for the 'Biggest Pub Gig In The World'

Th' Dudes on the bill for the 'Biggest Pub Gig In The World'

'Biggest Pub Gig In The World', how Peter Urlich Th' Dudes Frontman talks turning Spark arena into one big Pub.

Hawke’s Bay runner plans marathon for 115 women killed on runs

Hawke’s Bay runner plans marathon for 115 women killed on runs

Hawke’s Bay runner Nicole Pendreigh plans a marathon for 115 women killed on runs. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW Panel: Former All Black, Ian Jones and Sherson Willis Director, Trish Sherson

Herald NOW Panel: Former All Black, Ian Jones and Sherson Willis Director, Trish Sherson

Former All Black and All Black Experience General Manager, Ian Jones and Sherson Willis Director, Trish Sherson join Ryan Bridge for the daily panel.

US strikes on Iran: What could be next?

US strikes on Iran: What could be next?

Waikato University Professor Al Gillespie on international reaction to US strikes on Iran. Video / Herald NOW

KidsCan launches Winter Appeal on its 20th anniversary

KidsCan launches Winter Appeal on its 20th anniversary

Kidscan founder Dame Julie Chapman joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to explain why the winter appeal is so important for families struggling to make ends meet.

New sports center creating hundreds of job opportunities in Canterbury

New sports center creating hundreds of job opportunities in Canterbury

Newstalk ZB South Island news director Claire Sherwood talks to Ryan Bridge about employment opportunities in the south and a big Lotto win. Video / Herald NOW

Port of Tauranga wants consent for a big upgrade and has spent millions trying

Port of Tauranga wants consent for a big upgrade and has spent millions trying

Garth Bray talks Business with 2degrees covering a significant upgrade in the pipeline for the Port of Tauranga

What could be behind Auckland's increase in dog attacks?

What could be behind Auckland's increase in dog attacks?

Dog Safe Workplace Director Jo Clough speaks to Ryan Bridge about the increase in dog attacks across Auckland: what's driving this and how can we better protect against them?

How will leaders in Iran react to US strikes?

How will leaders in Iran react to US strikes?

Defence and Security Expert from the University of Buckingham, Professor Anthony Glees, speaks to Ryan Bridge about the US strikes on Iran's key nuclear infrastructure.

What's the NZ Government's view on the Iran attacks?

What's the NZ Government's view on the Iran attacks?

Foreign Minister Winston Peters talks to Ryan Bridge after US carries out strikes on Iran and the evacuation of kiwis in the region.

Herald NOW: Daily News Update: June 23 2025

Herald NOW: Daily News Update: June 23 2025

Herald NOW: Daily News Update: June 23 2025. Video / Herald NOW

We took a superfan to an interview with UFC fighter Kai Kara-France

We took a superfan to an interview with UFC fighter Kai Kara-France

UFC fighter Kai Kara-France talks to sports reporter Chris Reive ahead of his world title fight on June 29. Video \ Jason Dorday | Finn Little

What next in conflict with Iran? A Former Defence Minister's view

What next in conflict with Iran? A Former Defence Minister's view

Former Defence Minister Wayne Mapp speaks with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW about the US decision to strike Iran and the path that lies ahead.

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 23 2025

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 23 2025

Herald NOW: Daily Sports Update: June 23 2025. Video / Herald NOW

Herald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 23 2025

Herald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 23 2025

Herald NOW: Daily Weather Update: June 23 2025. Video / Herald NOW

Kea Kids News: Marathon of mana! Tamariki build self-belief through cross country

Kea Kids News: Marathon of mana! Tamariki build self-belief through cross country

Reporter Herikō is at Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngaa Papaonekura, where tamariki from kura all over the motu are running their hearts out in cross country races.

New Ombudsman John Allen at select committee

New Ombudsman John Allen at select committee

Ombudsman John Allen with colleagues, deputy Bridget Hewson (left), and CFO Meaw-Fong Phang, telling MPs about the work of his office. Video / Parliament TV

What to do in a dog attack

What to do in a dog attack

The Dog Safe Workplace director Jo Clough explains what to do if a dog rushes at or attacks you. Video / Katie Harris

Coatesville retiree retells story of the morning her dog was attacked

Coatesville retiree retells story of the morning her dog was attacked

Coatesville retiree Denise Heald retells story of the morning her dog was attacked on their own property. Video / NZ Herald

The Midtown Economy

The Midtown Economy

BusinessDesk charts the multi-billion dollar building bonanza City Rail Link is spurring. Video / Dean Purcell, Carson Bluck, Cameron Pitney, Annaliese Shortland.

Defence Minister Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winston Peters on US bombing of Iran

Defence Minister Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winston Peters on US bombing of Iran

Defence Minister Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winston Peters on US bombing of Iran. Video / NZ Herald

President Trump makes announcement following Iran bombings

President Trump makes announcement following Iran bombings

President Trump makes announcement following Iran bombings. Video / White House

Police get call to rubbish bin fire, find car also ablaze

Police get call to rubbish bin fire, find car also ablaze

A social media user posted videos of boy racers doing burnouts in Lower Hutt, followed by a car on its roof engulfed in flames. Video / Supplied

B2 bombers in Guam, Zelenskyy accuses Putin of being 'uninterested' in peace | NZ Herald News Update

B2 bombers in Guam, Zelenskyy accuses Putin of being 'uninterested' in peace | NZ Herald News Update

B2 bombers in Guam amid Iran tensions. Zelenskyy accuses Putin of being 'uninterested' in peace. Stabbing at Pakuranga Night Market. Video / NZ Herald

Fight breaks out at Auckland night market

Fight breaks out at Auckland night market

Stool and goods fly as pair fight at Pakuranga night market on Saturday. Video / Supplied

Crusaders prevail over Chiefs, 16-12

Crusaders prevail over Chiefs, 16-12

The Crusaders have won the Super Rugby championship, defeating the Chiefs 16-12. Source / Sky Sport

Warriors defeated by Panthers, 18-28

Warriors defeated by Panthers, 18-28

Warriors defeated by Panthers, 18-28. Source / Sky Sport

Pile of hoarded goods go up in flames

Pile of hoarded goods go up in flames

Firefighters were called to Mahora in Hastings on Saturday. Video / Deena MacGregor

Destiny Church’s Brian Tamaki protests against foreign religions in NZ

Destiny Church’s Brian Tamaki protests against foreign religions in NZ

Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki is leading a protest march down Queen St in central Auckland.

Luxon meets Xi Jinping, Russian drone attack, Trump on Iran | NZ Herald News Update

Luxon meets Xi Jinping, Russian drone attack, Trump on Iran | NZ Herald News Update

Luxon meets Xi Jinping, Russian drone attack on two Ukrainian cities, Trump says Iran wants to speak to the US | NZ Herald News Update

Trump to decide on Iran invasion within two weeks

Trump to decide on Iran invasion within two weeks

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared President Donald Trump's intentions about a potential US invasion of Iran. Video / AFP

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon met with Chinese President Xi Jinping for closed-door bilateral talks. Photos / Thomas Coughlan

Celeste Howell and Anaru Mano want justice.

Celeste Howell and Anaru Mano want justice.

Couple question police decision not to charge an officer who stomped on a man during an arrest. Video / Jason Dorday

SpaceX Starship explodes during routine test

SpaceX Starship explodes during routine test

The explosion sent a large fireball into the South Texas sky.

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