Focus Morning Bulletin: 17 March, 2022

Pensioner wants woman who received his $158k in banking error named

Auckland pensioner Andrew Che Sit Bong reacts after a woman who received his $158,000 in an account transfer error signals she plans to plead guilty. Video / Alyse Wright

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Dame Sarah Mullally appointed Archbishop of Canterbury

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Dame Sarah Mullally appointed Archbishop of Canterbury, the first woman in history. As NZ faces rising prison population issues.

Woman once kidnapped by father has message for Tom Phillips’ children

Eleanor*, kidnapped by her father when she was just a toddler, speaks about her experience and her hope for the Phillips kids. Video / Michael Craig

Hawke’s Bay extremist admits plot for mass stabbing after FBI tip-off

The FBI tip-off came just weeks after police raided the man's home over child exploitation material. Video \ Jason Dorday, Michael Morrah

A life with chimps: Remembering Dame Jane Goodall's groundbreaking work

TV Executive Phillip Smith talks about Dame Jane Goodall's pioneering work in primate ethology.

How exposed am I?

Type your email address into the NCSC's new website and it will tell you how many times your details have been leaked - and from which sites.

Simon Wilson talks to Auckland mayoral candidates Eric Chuah and Rob McNeil

Simon Wilson sits down with independent mayoral candidate Eric Chuah and the Animal Justice Party's Rob McNeil. Video / Cameron Pitney

Strategic shift: Collins launches industry plan at Defence event

Minister of Defence Judith Collins launched an Industry Strategy at the Tamaki Leadership Centre. Video / Dean Purcell

Unlock the layers of Vietnam

Locals reveal rich culture and secrets guidebooks skip.

Big boost for ASB Classic roof project - from vision to reality

Michael Burgess explains how the Government's $5 million investment in the Manuka Doctor Arena roof development is a game changer. Video / Michael Craig

Govt announcement at Manuka Doctor Tennis Arena

The Government has today announced a $5 million investment in a new Centre Court roof for Auckland’s Manuka Doctor Arena.

The "F*** OFF" email, self driving Teslas and junk food restrictions?

Panel discussion with Jo Robertson, Parenting specialist and economist Rob Campbell with Ryan Bridge Herald NOW.

Mayor tell lobby group to "F*** OFF"

Sam Warren from Auckland Ratepayers’ Alliance with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

Test driving Tesla's self-driving car

Damien O'Carroll, Driven reporter reports on a TESLA self-drive experience.

TVNZ closer to a sale? Sky TV's changes to Israel Dagg promo; Top ad exec resigns

Media Insider columnist Shayne Currie joins Herald NOW host Ryan Bridge.

MetService weekend weather forecast

Mmathapelo Makgabutlane MetService Meteorological on this weekend's weather forecast.

Dargaville Racecourse sells for less than a third of government valuation

A century of Northland horse racing ends as the Dargaville Racecourse is sold for less than a third of its government valuation, reports Susan Botting.

Elon Musk net worth tops US$500B, NZX seen better days, Govt on market for new energy projects

Garth Bray from BusinessDesk joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

The Warehouse Group posts $2.8M loss and hints at supermarket plans

Mark Stirton CEO, The Warehouse Group joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

Politics Panel: Divisions in Māori politics, tourism announcements and job seeker benefits

Political panel with Louise Upston, National Minister and Willie Jackson, Labour MP join Ryan Bridge Herald NOW.

Whakaari / White Island coronial inquest

Brother of Hayden Marshall-Inman explains why he won't be at the inquest.

Manchester synagogue attack: London reporter provides the latest

London correspondent Kethaki Masilamani gives the latest on the Manchester synagogue attack.

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Manchester synagogue attack & Bucklands Beach house fire

NZ Herald Morning News Update | Manchester synagogue attack - Two killed, four injured in ‘terrorist attack’ & Bucklands Beach house fire.

MetService Weather: October 3, 2025

MetService Weather: October 3, 2025.

NZ Herald Sports Update: October 3, 2025

NZ Herald Sports Update: October 3, 2025.

Surging violence, record numbers: What’s driving the prison system 'crisis'

NZ Herald senior reporter, Derek Cheng, talks to The Front Page to dive into the numbers.

Sky TV changes Israel Dagg betting segment

Sky TV has introduced clear new protocols to differentiate TAB advertising from editorial content following a complaint to the advertising watchdog. Video / Sky Sport

All Blacks spring selection surprises for Wallabies rematch

Liam Napier and Elliott Smith discuss the All Blacks big selection talking points in Perth.

MetService Weather: October 3, 2025

MetService Weather: October 3, 2025. Video / MetService

Resene Dab Hand: Tip #21 divide before you dip

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Ngāti Whakaue housing partnership announcement in Rotorua

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon at announcement for next stage of Rotorua Manawa Gardens Rental Housing Development Video \ Annabel Reid

Whangārei Tesla owner Lindsay Faithfull tries out the full self-drive feature

FSD was enabled for Kiwi Tesla drivers - or at least those willing to pay a $159/month sub - on September 18. Video / Fiona Bycroft

Israeli forces intercept Gaza aid flotilla: Greta Thunberg detained

Released video shows Greta Thunberg being detained after Israeli forces intercepted her Gaza-bound aid flotilla.

Scientist and conservationist Dr Jane Goodall has died, aged 91

Dr Jane Goodall was considered the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees. Video / AFP, Getty Images

Warehouse cutting losses on flat sales; Bremworth takeover bid

Business with 2degrees: The Warehouse Group records a $2.8m loss as it sharpens margins; plus Godfrey Hirst & Floorscape owner Mohawk in takeover bid for Bremworth.

Welcome uptick in property values after five months on the decline, latest data shows

Oneroof's Owen Vaughan talks through the latest Cotality house price data with Herald NOW.

Measles Outbreak: Should we be concerned?

All you need to know about this measles outbreak with Professor Helen Petousis-Harris.

Power prices challenging communities, secret mayoral desk documents and the new Pharmac boss

Herald NOW panel with former Labour Minister Paula Bennett and Dave Letele join Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW

T20 and White Ferns update, AB team naming for Bledisloe Cup

Sport panel with Winston Aldworth, NZH Head of Sport and Chris Reive, NZH Sports Journalist with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW.

Splitting up gentailers risks increased cost to consumers, energy report finds

Meridian's Mike Roan joins Herald NOW following announcement on Frontier energy sector report. Video / Herald NOW