Govt app launched – to eventually hold digital driver licences : New app – govt.nz – allows users to access government information and services from their phones ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/govt-app-launched-to-eventually-hold-digital-driver-licences/
Australian social media ban: What you need to know: From today, social media giants will be required to keep under-16s in Australia off their platforms ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/australian-social-media-ban-what-you-need-to-know/
'Pluck eyebrows': Luigi Mangione's to-do list, notes to self revealed : Police said they discovered the notes in Mangione’s backpack, along with a 9mm handgun ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/luigi-mangiones-to-do-list-notes-to-self-revealed-in-court/
Fatal bus stabbing: How safe is public transport really?: Auckland officials said there was an "unmet requirement for mental health" in communities that was ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/fatal-bus-stabbing-how-safe-is-public-transport-really/
Poll: Third of voters still back Luxon as best leader for National: In contrast, Hipkins received stronger backing in his position as the Labour leader in the ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/poll-third-of-voters-still-back-luxon-as-best-leader-for-national/
Marmite and ducks: Voting for Quote of the Year begins: One-liners from under pressure politicians, some frank conservationists and one of our most successful ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/marmite-and-ducks-voting-for-quote-of-the-year-begins/
Carers ruled government employees – minister mulls options: Louise Upston has asked for advice after the Supreme Court ruled two people caring for their disabled ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/carers-ruled-government-employees-minister-mulls-options/
US judge throws out Trump's order blocking wind energy development: US President has been hostile to renewable energy, particularly offshore wind ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/us-judge-throws-out-trumps-order-blocking-wind-energy-development/
Blow for Black Caps as in-form Tickner injures shoulder : Quick bowler Blair Tickner potentially dislocated a shoulder when fielding near the boundary on the ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/blow-for-black-caps-as-in-form-tickner-injures-shoulder/
The OCR is down, so why are home loan rates rising?: Wholesale rates are getting the blame for the fact that two weeks after the official cash rate was cut ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/the-ocr-is-down-so-why-are-home-loan-rates-rising/
Govt’s feral cat changes 'validate' Nelson Tasman rules: The region changed several local cat rules last year – including the need to microchip, desex ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/govts-feral-cat-changes-validate-nelson-tasman-rules/
'Pretty low act': Macrocarpa bench seat stolen from DOC site: "This appears to be a premeditated removal requiring a ute or trailer and a couple of strong people ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/pretty-low-act-macrocarpa-bench-seat-stolen-from-doc-site/
Magnitude 7.6 quake triggers a tsunami on Japan's northern coast: The Japanese Meteorological Agency issued an alert for potential tsunami surges of up to 3m in ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/magnitude-76-quake-triggers-a-tsunami-on-japans-northern-coast/
Key FactsPowerful Earthquake Hits Northeast Japan
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: asiaone.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: asiaone.com
- A strong 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck off Aomori’s coast at a depth of 54 kilometers late Monday night.
- The Japan Meteorological Agency reported tsunami waves up to three meters high but no major damage ensued.
- Approximately 90,000 residents evacuated their homes, and at least 30 people sustained injuries.
- Train services were suspended and power outages occurred but were restored by Tuesday morning.
As of now, I have received reports of 30 people being injured and one fire.— Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi told reporters.
Off-duty Kiwi cop arrests protestors who attacked UK's Crown Jewels: The Senior Constable was visiting the tourist attraction with his wife and family when four ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/off-duty-kiwi-cop-arrests-protestors-who-attacked-uks-crown-jewels/
Legal threat as social media given final doomscrolling in Australia: Hundreds of thousands of Australians under 16 will be kicked off their accounts and blocked ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/legal-threat-as-social-media-given-final-doomscrolling-in-australia/
Rotorua Night Market returns to city centre, ending 'foolish' trial: Rotorua’s Night Market will return to the inner city after Rotorua Lakes Council voted to ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/rotorua-night-market-returns-to-city-centre-ending-foolish-trial/
'Earn as You Learn' pilot to expand into more regions: The programme, launched in Waikato in February, has given high school students paid ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/earn-as-you-learn-pilot-to-expand-into-more-regions/
'Just a disaster': Dream fishing trip for friends ends in nightmare: Two women were injured when they were thrown in the air and crashed back down on the deck ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/just-a-disaster-friends-dream-fishing-trip-ends-in-nightmare/
Mt Eden prisoner dies 11 days after attack, homicide probe launched: The man was attacked on November 29 and died in hospital yesterday.
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/mt-eden-prisoner-dies-11-days-after-attack-homicide-probe-launched/
'Gutless coward': ex-nurse sentenced for Queensland beach murder: Former nurse Rajwinder Singh was found guilty of murder seven years after Toyah's body was ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/gutless-coward-ex-nurse-sentenced-for-queensland-beach-murder/
Man accused of killing on Auckland bus appears in court: The accused was remanded in custody and will reappear in court in late January.
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/man-accused-of-auckland-bus-killing-appears-in-court/
'Anytime, anywhere': Willis challenges Richardson to debate: "Come out of the shadows. I will argue toe for toe on the prescription that our government is ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/anytime-anywhere-willis-challenges-richardson-to-debate/
Neighbours fume over plans to axe trees for solar farm: Among the trees that will have to be removed is a 75-year-old phoenix palm, which has stood sentinel on ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/neighbours-fume-over-plans-to-axe-trees-for-solar-farm/
MI5 suppressed murder accusations about IRA spy 'Stakeknife' : The spy was Britain’s most centrally placed mole within the Irish Republican Army – but was also ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/mi5-suppressed-murder-accusations-about-ira-spy-stakeknife/
Schools' spending on cruises, travel, hospitality scrutinised: Auditors have called out schools for spending their money on boat cruises, food for local families ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/schools-spending-on-cruises-travel-hospitality-scrutinised/
Man jailed for 'disturbing' child sexual abuse material: The 55-year-old man was sentenced to five years and two months' imprisonment after being found in ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/man-jailed-for-disturbing-child-sexual-abuse-material/
Auckland Transport says bus stabbing attacks 'deeply concerning’ : A 36-year-old man will appear in court today over Monday's shocking attacks.
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/auckland-transport-says-bus-stabbing-attacks-deeply-concerning/
Zelensky meets with European allies on US peace plan in London: President Volodymyr Zelensky met French, German and British leaders in London amid what Kyiv's ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/zelensky-meets-with-european-allies-on-us-peace-plan-in-london/
NZ navy ship shadowed by seven Chinese warships: HMNZS Aotearoa was sent to the East China and Yellow Seas last month, to carry out surveillance and deterrence ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/nz-navy-ship-shadowed-by-seven-chinese-warships/
Powerful wave kills four at popular seawater pool in Spain: Bordered by volcanic rock on one side and cemented off from the sea on the other ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/powerful-wave-kills-four-at-popular-seawater-pool-in-spain/
Speed, alcohol and inexperience factors in Nelson teen's fatal crash: Tieylr Saige Ayrton, 17, died from a head injury sustained in the crash on Rutherford ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/speed-alcohol-and-inexperience-factors-in-nelson-teens-fatal-crash/
OpinionAnalysis: High ball a focus as NZ Rugby mulls new All Blacks assistant: Given the team's flaws over the past two years the All Blacks will almost certainly ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/analysis-high-ball-a-focus-as-nz-rugby-mulls-new-all-blacks-assistant/
The internal journey of a $33,500 swallowed stolen Fabergé pendant: University of Auckland senior lecturer and gastroenterologist Dr Cameron Shower said the trip ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/the-internal-journey-of-a-33500-swallowed-stolen-faberge-pendant/
Up to 26,000 NZers' devices infected with malware Lumma Stealer: "A very significant amount of New Zealanders" impacted by the malicious software ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/up-to-26000-nzers-devices-infected-with-malware-lumma-stealer/
Major bank lifts longer-term mortgage rates: The bank said wholesale rates had risen by more than 40 basis points (0.40%) on longer terms since the day before ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/major-bank-lifts-longer-term-mortgage-rates/
House significantly damaged by fire in Foxton Beach: A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesperson said six crews - as well as St John and police - responded to ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/house-significantly-damaged-by-fire-in-foxton-beach/
Man dies after drowning at Auckland's Kariotahi beach : Police were called to at around 7.10pm yesterday to reports of two men "experiencing difficulties in the ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/man-dies-after-drowning-at-aucklands-kariotahi-beach/
Aussie taxpayers on hook for minister's seven-hour car wait: The Australian communications and sport minister has for days been dogged by revelations she claimed ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/aussie-taxpayers-on-hook-for-ministers-seven-hour-car-wait/
Putting away winter clothes? Here's how to do it right: There's science behind whether our clothes stay as cosy as ever or emerge next winter yellowed ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/10/putting-away-winter-clothes-heres-how-to-do-it-right/
Brighter 2026 in sight for NZ economy as recovery gathers pace - ASB: Lower interest rates, resilient exports, and renewed consumer confidence are driving a ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/brighter-2026-in-sight-for-nz-economy-as-recovery-gathers-pace-asb/
US man marks his 15,000th spin on Disneyland's Cars ride: Jon Alan Hale said he was eager to try out the ride after undergoing gastric bypass and knee ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/us-man-marks-his-15000th-spin-on-disneylands-cars-ride/
Who's up and who's down? Party leaders react to new 1News poll: Party leaders across the spectrum have given their thoughts on the new 1News Verian poll ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/whos-up-and-whos-down-party-leaders-react-to-new-1news-poll/
Helen Clark's father dies aged 103: 'Supported us all the way': The former Prime Minister said her dad George died peacefully at home at Waihi Beach on December ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/helen-clarks-father-dies-aged-103-supported-us-all-the-way/
Tower ordered to pay $7 million penalty for misleading customers: The FMA's head of enforcement says issues stemmed from system deficiencies that meant it failed ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/tower-ordered-to-pay-7-million-penalty-for-misleading-customers/
Hipkins 'adamant' briefing by Coster about McSkimming 'never happened' : The former Police Minister and Prime Minister said this isn't the sort of issue he ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/hipkins-adamant-briefing-by-coster-about-mcskimming-never-happened/
'Special location' for King Charles and Camilla's 2025 Christmas card: The royal couple used a portrait from a trip to Rome earlier in the year that holds a ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/special-location-for-king-charles-and-camillas-2025-christmas-card/
All Blacks: Christchurch to host France in opening Test next year: The city's new Te Kaha stadium will kick off the Test season in July, with Auckland hosting ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/all-blacks-christchurch-to-host-france-in-opening-test-next-year/
Govt reveals big consenting reforms, 'once-in-a-generation shift': Radical changes are on the way for anyone doing building or planning work that requires a ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/govt-reveals-big-consenting-reforms-once-in-a-generation-shift/
'Never forgiven': ex-nurse convicted of fatal Queensland stabbing: Seven years after Toyah Cordingley's body was discovered on an isolated beach ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/never-forgiven-ex-nurse-convicted-of-fatal-queensland-stabbing/
Hegseth defends US strikes on alleged cartel boats: The US Defence Secretary today said that Donald Trump has the power to take military action "as he sees fit" ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/07/hegseth-defends-us-strikes-on-alleged-cartel-boats/
Key FactsHegseth Backs US Strikes on Suspected Cartel Vessels
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: 1news.co.nz
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: 1news.co.nz
- US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth affirmed President Trump’s authority to take military action to safeguard the country.
- The attacks on suspected cartel boats resulted in more than 80 fatalities and face scrutiny over international law concerns.
- Hegseth equated drug smugglers with terrorist groups to justify the operations as necessary for American protection.
- He also condemned democracy promotion and climate change discussions as distractions from core military priorities.
If you’re working for a designated terrorist organisation and you bring drugs to this country in a boat, we will find you and we will sink you. Let there be no doubt about it.— Pete Hegseth during his keynote address at the Reagan National Defence Forum.
Ukraine probes more complex attacks as sea drones force Russian retreat: Kyiv’s uncrewed fleet has succeeded in curbing the movements of Russia’s once-dominant ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/ukraine-probes-more-complex-attacks-as-sea-drones-force-russian-retreat/
Tonga's medical staff face bans over Katoa head knocks: In a statement, NRL bosses said they had "a number of serious concerns" over alleged possible breaches ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/tongas-medical-staff-face-bans-over-katoa-head-knocks/
One dies in operation to separate conjoined Papua New Guinea twins : Tom and Sawong were rushed into emergency surgery at Sydney Children's Hospital after Tom ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/one-dies-in-operation-to-separate-conjoined-papua-new-guinea-twins/
Firefighters, helicopters continue to battle Tongariro wildfire: In an update this morning, Incident Controller Assistant Commander Renee Potae said the fire was ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/firefighters-helicopters-continue-to-battle-tongariro-wildfire/
Exclusive: Coster says he told Hipkins and Mitchell about McSkimming: In an interview with Q+A, the former police commissioner spoke for the first time since the ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/07/exclusive-coster-says-he-told-hipkins-and-mitchell-about-mcskimming/
John Campbell: Where to now for a divided Te Pāti Māori? : Analysis: 1News' chief correspondent attended the Te Pāti Māori AGM as internal ructions continue to ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/john-campbell-where-to-now-for-a-divided-te-pati-maori/
Wicketkeeper Mitchell Hay to debut for Black Caps against Windies: Cantabrian will replace the injured Tom Blundell for the second Test against the West Indies ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/wicketkeeper-mitchell-hay-to-debut-for-black-caps-against-windies/
Body found after house fire in Auckland's New Lynn: Emergency services were called to the two-storey house on Kohekohe Street at around 1.23pm.
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/body-found-after-house-fire-in-aucklands-new-lynn/
Vaginal swab left in woman for six weeks after giving birth: The woman was left "scared to death" after vaginal packing was found in her body during a GP check ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/vaginal-swab-left-in-woman-for-six-weeks-after-birth/
Protesters arrested after smearing custard on Crown Jewels case: The hefty crown, containing 2868 diamonds, 17 sapphires, 11 emeralds, four rubies and 269 pearls ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/07/protesters-arrested-after-smearing-custard-on-crown-jewels-case/
Key FactsFood Protest Disrupts Crown Jewels Display
2 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
- Four individuals were detained in London following a protest where apple crumble was thrown at the Crown Jewels display.
- The civil resistance group Take Back Power demands a permanent citizens' assembly to tax extreme wealth.
- The Imperial State Crown's display case was temporarily closed but sustained no damage during the incident.
- This event caused a brief closure of part of the Tower of London, a site attracting over 3 million visitors annually.
Democracy has crumbled!— A female protester said this during the incident to highlight the demands of Take Back Power.
Qantas announces flights to Gold Coast, Samoa from Auckland: The Australian airline will launch new routes to Samoa and the Gold Coast from mid-2026.
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/qantas-announces-flights-to-gold-coast-samoa-from-auckland/
Police divers called in after swimmer goes missing in Auckland lake: It's believed the man stepped into a hole while swimming with friends at Lake Wainamu.
1news.co.nz/2025/12/09/police-divers-called-in-after-swimmer-goes-missing-in-auckland-lake/
'Seek shade': One centre tipped to hit 34C, heat alert issued: MetService meteorologist Heather Keats said a heat alert has been issued for a Hawke's Bay city as ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/seek-shade-one-centre-tipped-to-hit-34c-heat-alert-issued/
'Prepare to evacuate': Helicopters battle trio of Tongariro blazes: A state highway has closed as emergency services are sent to a trio of vegetation fires in ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/helicopters-respond-as-three-fires-burn-in-tongariro/
Greens critical of Govt's traffic-light system for beneficiaries: Nearly 13,000 sanctions were issued in total in the September quarter this year.
1news.co.nz/2025/12/07/greens-critical-of-govts-traffic-light-system-for-beneficiaries/
Why your credit card might offer you less generous rewards: Since December 1, domestic Visa and Mastercard payments have been subject to new caps on interchange ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/why-your-credit-card-might-offer-you-less-generous-rewards/
Lando Norris clinches his first F1 title at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: "It's incredible. It is pretty surreal. I've dreamed of this for a long, long time ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/lando-norris-clinches-his-first-f1-title-at-abu-dhabi-grand-prix/
Kiwi allegedly tried to smuggle 21kg of heroin through Sydney Airport : Officers searched two suitcases belonging to the man and allegedly found 21 ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/kiwi-allegedly-tried-to-smuggle-21kg-of-heroin-through-sydney-airport/
11 dead after mass shooting at bar near South African capital: The victims included three children aged 3, 12 and 16.
1news.co.nz/2025/12/07/11-dead-after-mass-shooting-at-bar-near-south-african-capital/
Two injured in 'massive rollover' at Wairarapa jetsprint champs: Emergency services received reports of the crash at the Tauherenikau Race Course near ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/07/two-injured-in-massive-rollover-at-wairarapa-jetsprint-champs/
Biosecurity NZ urge Aucklanders to watch for hornets as more found: "If you spot one, take a picture of it - if it's a nest, take a picture of it ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/biosecurity-nz-urge-aucklanders-to-watch-for-hornets-as-more-found/
Hawke's Bay residents outraged as illegal dumpers start burning rubbish: Puketapu locals say years of rubbish dumping have worsened, with offenders now igniting ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/hawkes-bay-residents-outraged-as-illegal-dumpers-start-burning-rubbish/
Contactless fares on Wellington buses and trains by April 2026: Snapper cards would continue to remain valid until Motu Move was fully implemented sometime in ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/contactless-fares-on-wellington-buses-and-trains-by-april-2026/
FIFA World Cup: TVNZ confirms how many matches will be available for free: Football fans will be able to watch a selection of matches live and for free on TVNZ.
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/fifa-world-cup-tvnz-confirms-how-many-matches-will-be-available-for-free/
Some coal families move on, even as Trump tries to boost industry: “You have a whole community who has always been told you are an energy town ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/07/some-coal-families-move-on-even-as-trump-tries-to-boost-industry/
Arrest after shooting in Papakura leaves man critically injured: A 20-year-old man will appear in court today charged with wounding with intent to grievous ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/arrest-after-shooting-in-papakura-leaves-man-critically-injured/
FIFA gives Trump peace prize in departure from its traditional sport focus: Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino are close allies, and Infantino had made ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/06/fifa-gives-trump-peace-prize-in-departure-from-its-traditional-sport-focus/
Key FactsFIFA Peace Prize Awarded to Trump Amid Controversy
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- FIFA established the Peace Prize in 2025 to honor exceptional contributions to global peace.
- Donald Trump was the first recipient, awarded before the World Cup draw at the Kennedy Center.
- Human rights groups questioned the opaque selection process and potential political bias.
- FIFA highlighted its strong collaboration with Trump related to the 2026 World Cup co-hosting.
Winning the prize was 'truly one of the great honors of my life.'— Donald Trump, during his acceptance speech after receiving the FIFA Peace Prize.
Selwyn's property boom pumps up district's coffers: Selwyn District Council is on track to collect millions more in rates than planned this year due to continued ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/selwyns-property-boom-pumps-up-council-coffers/
Kiwi skier Alice Robinson secures back-to-back giant slalom wins: Robinson has six career World Cup victories, earning her first at just 17 ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/07/kiwi-skier-alice-robinson-secures-back-to-back-giant-slalom-wins/
Cliffside Tasman road returns to two lanes after three-year wait: Stafford Drive is no longer a one-way road after a slip came down on the scenic route three ...
1news.co.nz/2025/12/08/cliffside-tasman-road-returns-to-two-lanes-after-three-year-wait/
