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🥊 Titus Proctor Makes NZ History With WBC Muay Thai World Title Win Hamilton’s own Titus Proctor has claimed his second ...
10/12/2025

🥊 Titus Proctor Makes NZ History With WBC Muay Thai World Title Win Hamilton’s own Titus Proctor has claimed his second world title, becoming the first New Zealand male to win the WBC Muay Thai World Super Middleweight Championship.

The 21-year-old took the belt after a dominant performance against England’s Daniel Bonner in Mt Maunganui over the weekend — another massive milestone for Kiwi combat sports.

📸: NZ Herald

10/12/2025

FIRE: Surely they could’ve put that fire out faster.

Credit: evie._.xd via TikTok

🚨 Hamilton Train-Track Crash: Driver Sentenced for Manslaughter Norton Sowerby has been sentenced in the High Court at H...
10/12/2025

🚨 Hamilton Train-Track Crash: Driver Sentenced for Manslaughter Norton Sowerby has been sentenced in the High Court at Hamilton after driving onto train tracks while high on m**h, causing a devastating collision that killed three of his friends.

Despite warnings from his passengers, Sowerby drove through a controlled barrier on Peachgrove Rd in November last year. The car was struck by a train, killing William Chaney Marsters Brown (46), Shylin Huirama-Osborne (26), and Sione Leapulu Nusipepa (23). Another passenger survived with serious injuries.

Sowerby later tested positive for m**hamphetamine at six times the high-risk limit and initially claimed he wasn’t the driver.

📸: NZ Herald

09/12/2025

HIT AND RUN: In a video posted to Reddit, this guy managed to capture a whole hit and run in Auckland on film.

Credit: Reddit

🏥✨ Construction Begins on Waikato’s New Medical School A major milestone for healthcare in Aotearoa! The University of W...
09/12/2025

🏥✨ Construction Begins on Waikato’s New Medical School A major milestone for healthcare in Aotearoa! The University of Waikato has officially broken ground on the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine, set to become the country’s third medical school.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Health Minister Simeon Brown, and Minister for Universities Dr. Penny Simmonds joined iwi leaders and university officials for the sod-turning ceremony on the Hamilton campus. The project carries a price tag of over $230 million and marks a significant investment in training future doctors right here in the Waikato.

📸: NZ Herald

â›˝ Mobil Rolls Out New Self-Service Stations Across NZMobil Oil New Zealand is stepping into the self-service game with t...
09/12/2025

â›˝ Mobil Rolls Out New Self-Service Stations Across NZ
Mobil Oil New Zealand is stepping into the self-service game with the launch of Mobil Express, a new fuel station model designed for faster, more convenient fill-ups.

The company is converting 14 existing Mobil sites into self-service locations, with more upgrades planned for 2026 as it gears up to compete with low-cost rivals like Waitomo and Z Energy.

đź“·: RNZ / Dan Cook

✨ King Charles & Queen Camilla Share Their 2025 Christmas Card ✨ The King and Queen have released their official 2025 Ch...
08/12/2025

✨ King Charles & Queen Camilla Share Their 2025 Christmas Card ✨ The King and Queen have released their official 2025 Christmas card, choosing a portrait captured during their visit to Italy earlier this year — a location that holds special meaning for the couple.

The image shows the royal pair walking hand-in-hand through the beautiful gardens of Villa Wolkonsky in Rome, offering a warm and personal touch to this year’s festive message.

Their card is simple and classic, reading: “Wishing you a very Happy Christmas and New Year.”

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🚨 $15.75M of Co***ne Seized at Port of Tauranga 🚨 Customs officers have uncovered a massive 45kg co***ne haul during rou...
08/12/2025

🚨 $15.75M of Co***ne Seized at Port of Tauranga 🚨 Customs officers have uncovered a massive 45kg co***ne haul during routine inspections at the Port of Tauranga.

The shipment, which arrived on December 4 after travelling from Houston via Panama, was flagged during standard risk screening. An X-ray revealed suspicious anomalies — leading officers to a hidden stash of 45 one-kilogram bricks tucked inside the container.

Each brick was tightly wrapped and stamped with unique markings, including Volvo, Porsche, and even a hamster wearing a crown.

Authorities say the estimated street value is a staggering $15.75 million.

đź“Ś Credit: NZ Herald

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Contactless Payments Coming to Wellington Buses & Trains by 2026 🚍📱💳Wellington commuters will soon be able to tap on wit...
08/12/2025

Contactless Payments Coming to Wellington Buses & Trains by 2026 🚍📱💳

Wellington commuters will soon be able to tap on with their phone or debit card as the region pushes ahead with a $5.5m upgrade to its ticketing system.

The new contactless option — similar to Auckland’s system — will roll out across buses and trains by April 2026, though it won’t include concessions for children or students.

Greater Wellington Regional Council says the move comes after ongoing frustration with delays to NZTA’s $1.4b national ticketing system. Chair Daran Ponter told 1News that the region has “run out of patience,” so the council is integrating smartphone wallets and Paywave-style payments into the current system instead.

The target date for launch: March 30, 2026.

đź“Ś Credit: 1News

More Charges Laid in Mt Wellington Fatal Stabbing Case 🚨A 21-year-old man accused of murdering a motorcyclist in Mt Well...
08/12/2025

More Charges Laid in Mt Wellington Fatal Stabbing Case 🚨

A 21-year-old man accused of murdering a motorcyclist in Mt Wellington last Friday has appeared in the Auckland District Court, where additional charges were revealed.

The hearing was held in a closed court for safety reasons. Police allege the accused was in a car that collided with a 33-year-old motorcyclist on Harris Rd, then chased and fatally stabbed him. The victim later died in hospital.

Police later found the vehicle linked to the incident in Ellerslie. New charges include dangerous driving, and possession of a firearm, pistol, and large amounts of ammunition.

A temporary suppression order remains in place, meaning the identities of the accused, the victim, and any gangs involved cannot be published. The accused will next appear in the High Court in January 2026.

đź“Ś Credit: 1News / TVNZ

NZ Navy Ship Shadowed by Chinese Warships During East Asia Mission 🚢🌏A New Zealand Defence Force vessel enforcing UN san...
08/12/2025

NZ Navy Ship Shadowed by Chinese Warships During East Asia Mission 🚢🌏

A New Zealand Defence Force vessel enforcing UN sanctions against North Korea has been shadowed by Chinese warships during its latest patrol in East Asia.

Under Operation Whio, the NZDF has boosted its monitoring efforts as part of the Pacific Security Maritime Exchange (PSMX), aiming to curb North Korea’s nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programmes. The mission includes both naval and aerial surveillance.

đź“Ś Credit: Stuff

Which Big City Christmas Tree Is Your Favourite? 🎄✨It’s that time of year — Christmas trees are lighting up Aotearoa’s m...
08/12/2025

Which Big City Christmas Tree Is Your Favourite? 🎄✨

It’s that time of year — Christmas trees are lighting up Aotearoa’s major cities, and the festive vibes are officially ON.

In Auckland, the star of the show is Te Manaaki, towering at 18.4 metres between the historic Chief Post Office and the buzz of Commercial Bay. This beauty features 10,000 LED lights, 4000 pōhutukawa flowers, and 200 giant baubles. 🌺✨

Te Manaaki lights up every night from 6pm, with a five-minute light projection happening every 10 minutes until January 4. The installation is funded by Heart of the City and Commercial Bay, with support from Auckland Council.

đź“Ś Credit: NZ Herald / NZME

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