Tag: New Zealand


  • Judge Faces Judicial Conduct Panel Over Alleged Verbal Abuse of Winston Peters at NZ First Event

    Judge Faces Judicial Conduct Panel Over Alleged Verbal Abuse of Winston Peters at NZ First Event

    Overview of the Allegations A sitting District Court judge could face disciplinary proceedings after being accused of verbally abusing New Zealand First leader Winston Peters during a public event. The incident reportedly occurred at a function linked to NZ First, prompting authorities to initiate a judicial conduct review that could lead to a formal hearing…

  • Iconic NZ T-Shirt Reissued After Chris Parker’s Orlando Bloom Tribute

    Iconic NZ T-Shirt Reissued After Chris Parker’s Orlando Bloom Tribute

    Introduction: A Return Worth Talking About In the fast-paced world of fashion, a single piece can outlive fads and become a cultural touchstone. The unexpected re-release of a beloved New Zealand T-shirt, sparked by comedian Chris Parker’s Orlando Bloom costume tribute, is proving that some icons endure because they carry history—as much as they carry…

  • Woman charged with murder after man’s death in Tauranga

    Woman charged with murder after man’s death in Tauranga

    Overview of the Case A woman in Tauranga has been charged with murder following the death of a man in the city late last year. The initial inquiry focused on a fatal incident on Fraser Street in the Parkvale suburb, where emergency services were called to assist a person in distress. New details have emerged…

  • Woman Charged with Murder After Man’s Death in Tauranga

    Woman Charged with Murder After Man’s Death in Tauranga

    Investigation Updates After Tauranga Death A woman has had a family violence charge upgraded to murder in connection with the death of a man in Tauranga, New Zealand. The development comes as police continue to investigate the events that led to the man’s death on a Tuesday morning in December. Authorities have said the investigation…

  • Heartbroken tributes flow for playwright and journalist Aroha Awarau

    Heartbroken tributes flow for playwright and journalist Aroha Awarau

    Tributes pour in for Aroha Awarau, a trusted voice in New Zealand’s arts and journalism The New Zealand arts and media community is mourning the loss of Aroha Awarau, a prolific playwright and journalist who died yesterday at the age of 49 after a short battle with cancer. A social media announcement described his passing…

  • Heartbroken: Tributes pour in for playwright and journalist Aroha Awarau

    Heartbroken: Tributes pour in for playwright and journalist Aroha Awarau

    Heartbroken: Tributes flow for playwright and journalist Aroha Awarau Tributes are flooding in for Aroha Awarau, a respected playwright and journalist whose sudden passing at the age of 49 has shocked the arts and media communities. A social media post announcing his death said he died peacefully, surrounded by care and love, a testament to…

  • How to Watch UFC in New Zealand in 2026: Your Complete Guide

    How to Watch UFC in New Zealand in 2026: Your Complete Guide

    New Era for UFC Fans in New Zealand UFC fans in New Zealand can rejoice in 2026 as the sport expands its broadcasting footprint with a new partner, TVNZ, joining existing platforms UFC Fight Pass and Sky NZ. This multi-pronged approach provides more ways to watch live events, on-demand fights, and exclusive backstage content. Whether…

  • How to Watch UFC in New Zealand in 2026: TVNZ, Sky NZ, and UFC Fight Pass

    How to Watch UFC in New Zealand in 2026: TVNZ, Sky NZ, and UFC Fight Pass

    New Zealand: UFC’s 2026 Broadcast Outlook If you’re a UFC fan in New Zealand, 2026 brings clearer choices for catching live events. In a move that expands accessibility, TVNZ enters as a new broadcast partner alongside UFC Fight Pass and Sky NZ. This trio ensures fans can choose between live broadcasts, streaming, or pay-per-view formats…

  • Watch UFC in New Zealand 2026: Complete Broadcast Guide

    Watch UFC in New Zealand 2026: Complete Broadcast Guide

    Overview: UFC in New Zealand in 2026 As the UFC continues to expand its global reach, New Zealand viewers now have multiple reliable paths to watch live events in 2026. A new broadcast partner, TVNZ, joins UFC Fight Pass and Sky NZ, giving fans in Aotearoa several authentic ways to catch the action. Whether you’re…

  • Firearms Safety Authority chief Brazier retires after McSkimming

    Firearms Safety Authority chief Brazier retires after McSkimming

    Overview: Retirement follows scathing McSkimming report The Firearms Safety Authority (FSA) has announced the retirement of its executive director, Angela Brazier, effective in the coming weeks. Her departure comes two months after New Zealand’s police watchdog released a sweeping report into how police managed allegations of sexual offending by former deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming. The…