Law Enforcement / New Zealand Teen accused of Canterbury vehicle thefts used keys taken from car to burgle Christchurch home, Police say The 18-year-old faces more than 20 dishonesty charges after alleged overnight offending across Pegasus, West Melton, Casebrook, Christchurch and Hanmer Springs, and has been remanded in custody.
Law Enforcement / New Zealand Four youths arrested after spikes stop stolen Nissan linked to Dunedin petrol drive-offs Police say a wave of public calls about erratic driving ended with a spiked stop on SH1 near Waitati; the driver faces unlawful taking and theft charges.
Government / New Zealand Government to scrap Broadcasting Standards Authority, shift complaints to industry self-regulation The BSA will be disestablished under legislation to be drafted in coming months, with the Media Council expected to become the main complaints body for journalism while the Authority continues until the law changes.
Law Enforcement / New Zealand Loaded cut-down rifle seized after gang insignia stop in Palmerston North Police say a stop for an alleged patch breach led to a search that found a .22 with a round chambered, blades and ammunition; a 36-year-old is due in court today.
Economics / New Zealand Unemployment edges down to 5.3% as youth NEET rate rises to 14.4% The March quarter saw a small fall in unemployment, steady underutilisation, and a lift in young people outside work, education or training, led by women aged 20–24.
Government / New Zealand Awaiting details on Department of Internal Affairs 6 April release We’ve asked the department for the full statement so we can report what has been announced and who it affects.
Government / New Zealand Wider intertidal shellfish curbs proposed for Auckland and Coromandel; consultation opens The Government is seeking feedback on options including area closures and tighter rules on rockpool and shoreline gathering, following a two-year ban now in place in the northern Hauraki Gulf.
New Zealand / Government Two more firms held to account over forestry road failures that killed Coromandel driver Greg Stevens WorkSafe extends action in the case as Stevens’ widow urges the industry to make haul roads safe.
Law Enforcement / New Zealand Police name man who died after SH2 Takapau crash Matthew John Dasent, 58, from Takapau, died after a 29 April crash; Police investigation continues.
Government / New Zealand Auto-electrical apprentice-turned-dealership boss joins Tertiary Education Commission board The Government has appointed Michelle Findlater for a three-year term as TEC leans further into work-based learning and industry needs.
Law Enforcement / New Zealand Police seize 17 firearms and cash in Hawke’s Bay gang operation, nine in court The week-long Operation Tar paired raids with a support hub for affected whānau, and more arrests are expected.
Law Enforcement / New Zealand Police seek woman walking husky who may have witnessed Fairfield Park assault The woman is believed to have spoken with both parties after an incident near Trafalgar Street South, and investigators want to hear from her.
