By RNZ A Picton resident is hopeful protesters occupying a nearby park will leave peacefully, quietly and soon.The protesters arrived at Nelson Square on Monday as part of the convoy.Camping at the reserve is prohibited, but…
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Local Focus: Live at Lads in Whanganui raises money for Starship
Whanganui’s Lads Brewing Company isn’t always open to the public but twice a month they throw the doors open for live music. The Lads brewery pop-up bar has been a familiar sight at wine food and music events in the region since…
Devonport attack: Faulty lighting at park where woman assaulted
A woman has been left “very shaken” after being seriously assaulted while out exercising on Auckland’s North Shore, police say.The woman, in her 30s, was exercising on a walking track at Stanley Bay Park in Devonport around 8.30pm…
Herald afternoon quiz: February 11
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Covid 19 Omicron outbreak Parliament protest: Sprinklers turned on, 'second wave convoy' en route
Lawn sprinklers have been turned on, drenching protesters and their tents as hundreds of anti-mandate supporters continue to occupy the grounds outside Parliament for the fourth day.Around 5pm, Parliament’s lawn sprinklers were…
Local Focus: The medieval knights of Tauranga love a good scrap
Medieval armoured combat may look like a game but it is a serious sport that draws on elements of mixed martial arts, wrestling and swordplay. For members of the Tauranga Titans the goal is to represent New Zealand in tournaments…
Paraparaumu Beach restaurant 50-50 wins 'hat' at Cuisine Good Food Awards
Paraparaumu Beach restaurant 50-50 has been awarded a ‘hat’ at the Cuisine Good Food Awards earlier this week.Sixteen eateries were awarded hats, with the top awards going to restaurants Hiakai and Floriditas alongside chefs Monique…
Covid 19 Omicron outbreak locations of interest: Auckland, Queenstown, Hamilton hot-spots added
The Ministry of Health has released several new locations of interest, including a popular Queenstown bar and a flight to Auckland.Patrons who were sitting in booths by the entrance and toilet at Queenstown’s Winnies Gourmet Pizza…
The Conversation: New Zealand is reviewing conservation laws – here's how we can do better
Recently, conservation minister Kiritapu Allan described existing legislation as not fit for purpose, and she’s right. The government’s announcement to overhaul conservation policy is welcome news.There are too many outdated, confusing…
Covid 19 Omicron: Parliament anti-mandate protesters in court in Wellington
Prison was a better option than bail for some protesters who said they will stay at Parliament “as long as this lasts”. Gisborne woman Tarryn Reid is one of a small number who remains in custody after 122 people were arrested…