Nearby buildings were evacuated, but no injuries were reported.
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Wellington students react to Labour’s pledge to cut loans by 10% if elected
Labour has promised to cut student loans by 10% if students stay in NZ for three years.
Southern Motorway arrest after driver allegedly flees spiked Audi
Police suspected impairment may have been a factor in man’s behaviour.
Election 2026: Green Party surges to record high in 1News Verian poll
The Greens climbed up four points in the latest poll.
World of WearableArt head rigger Nic Balkum remembered after death at TSB Arena
The 12-year Wow veteran was described as a pillar of the entertainment community.
Tim Finn’s garage discovery: Chrissy Amphlett recordings set for release
The recordings will be released this week as Some Times.
Rotorua Museum: $2m Government boost for exhibitions brings reopening closer
The council says it is close to securing enough funding for the exhibition development.
Driver faces charges after alleged attempts to ram police car in Mt Albert, Auckland, street
Police said the man’s actions put police and members of the public at serious risk.
CARICOM endorses new action plan on health and climate change developed
WASHINGTON, Sep. 27, CMC – The Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO) says Ministers of Health of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Member and Associate Member States have endorsed the Caribbean Action Plan on Health and Climate Change (2026–2031). PAHO said it is a new regional framework developed with its support to help countries strengthen resilient and sustainable […]
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS-Some residents bathing in sea amid prolonged water shortages
ROAD TOWN, British Virgin Islands, Sep. 27, CMC – Persistent water shortages across parts of this British overseas territory are forcing some residents to find alternative ways to meet basic household needs, with reports that people on the island of Jost Van Dyke have resorted to bathing in the sea. The issue was raised during […]