NZCity NewsLinks

All Links

1 May 2026

Search

X Factor contestant Chico denies drink driving
The 54-year-old is accused of drink driving in Southgate on 13 December.

New Zealand man who disappeared in Vietnam found safe
New Zealander Hanh Chi Nguyen has been found safe after his daughters reported him missing for more than a week.

‘Expect delays’: Warning of possible SH1 closure near Kaikoura after serious crash
All emergency services have responded.

New Year Honours: Anglican priest Patricia Allan honoured for advocacy
Reverend Dr Patricia Allan learnt of sexual abuse and harassment within the Church while she was preparing for ordination.

PNG Christmas cruise ends in chaos as Coral Adventurer passengers return home
An angry passenger has confronted cruise ship staff after her dream Christmas voyage came to a crashing halt off the Papua New Guinea coast on the weekend.

'Literally the worst nightmare': Hundreds hunt for beloved runaway horse
Auckland rider Erin Swainston knew she had to let go of the reins, or be crushed by her beloved horse when it lost its footing.

One dead in early morning Waikato crash
One person has died following a single-vehicle crash in Waikato early this morning.

Fatal crash at Waikato intersection
State Highway 2 at Tangoio, Hawke’s Bay, has been closed following a single-vehicle crash.

Chinese EV Exports Are Soaring, With Big Gains In Mexico And Europe

Why has Littler been booed at World Championship?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why world number one Luke Littler has been booed at the PDC World Darts Championship.

'Alarm bells should be ringing' over England tickets
A fan group says "alarm bells should be ringing at Fifa" over England fans not taking up their full allocation for the World Cup final and semi-final.

Family home devastated after toy catches fire on Christmas Day
A mother says her two children are traumatised and warns of the dangers of rechargeable batteries.

Former Australian cricketer 'in for the fight of his life' after being hospitalised
Damien Martyn is battling a serious illness after being hospitalised on Boxing Day, according to reports.

The small Kiwi town struggling with a tourism boom is the most read travel story of 2025
Stories on New Zealand towns and cities have made a big impact on you, and it’s clear tales of ‘travel troubles’ still pique your interest.

Dog missing after yacht capsizes in Northland
A search is underway for a dog missing after a man was rescued from a capsized yacht in in Whananaki in Northland yesterday.

George Clooney becomes French citizen
The American actor and director has long been vocal about his privacy concerns surrounding his family.

Black Caps star and running greats among sports NY Honours gongs
An Indycar icon, a name synonymous with bowls, long-distance runners and a Black Caps batter are among those who have been recognised in the New Year Honours.

Luke Littler’s mum in X-rated rant after son booed at world champs
Luke Littler’s mother called the Alexandra Palace crowd “t...s” after her son was booed during his world darts championship win.

41 young men die in South Africa from circumcision procedures during initiation ceremonies

China's 'Flying Aircraft Carrier' Just Took To The Skies For The First Time

Israel says 151 soldiers lost their lives in 2025, 88 falling in military operations

Erdogan calls Israel's recognition of Somaliland 'illegal,' unveils plans for Somalia

Man City close to agreeing terms with Semenyo
Manchester City are close to agreeing terms with Bournemouth to sign Antoine Semenyo for £65m.

UAE says it will withdraw from Yemen after Saudi strike on separatist-held port
The UAE and Saudi have been allies in the war against the Houthis, but infighting between the rival factions they support has caused a rift between them.