The Beehive could be vacated for up to 18 months in the coming years as Parliament considers a major refurbishment programme for one of New Zealand's most recognisable government buildings. Speaker of the House Gerry Brownlee says the building's ageing infrastructure means significant work can no longer be delayed indefinitely. · Completed in 1981, the Beehive houses government ministers, ministerial staff, Cabinet facilities, and the…

A 23-year-old man has appeared in court charged with murder following the fatal stabbing of a man in central Auckland on Tuesday evening. Report by elocal · Police were called to Wellesley Street East at approximately 6.45pm after reports of a fight involving several people believed to be known to one another. · Emergency services located a critically injured man at the scene. Despite efforts to save him, he died shortly after being transported…

A Kaikohe man has been sentenced to seven-and-a-half years in prison after being found guilty of multiple sexual offences against a child. Report by elocal · Mitchell Nield was convicted by a jury in April on one charge of indecent assault, one representative charge of unlawful sexual connection and two additional charges of unlawful sexual connection following a lengthy court process that spanned more than two years. · The sentencing adds to a…

The Coalition Government has committed to reducing New Zealand’s net greenhouse gas emissions to between 51% and 55% below its 2005 gross emissions by 2035. · Climate Change, Minister Simon Watts, stated that meeting the new 2035 target would mean New Zealand was doing “our fair share towards reducing the impact of climate change”. The Coalition Government has implied that man-made global warming cause’s adverse weather events and they remain…

Immigration Minister Erica Stanford has launched an extraordinary public criticism of officials within Immigration New Zealand and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE), following the collapse of a technology project that consumed more than $31 million and delivered no operational outcome. Report by elocal · The comments follow the release of an independent review into Immigration New Zealand's Biometric Capability Upgrade…

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has called for severe consequences for public servants found to have misled ministers over Immigration New Zealand's failed biometrics technology project, saying those responsible should not only lose their jobs but face prison. The comments follow revelations from Immigration Minister Erica Stanford that officials had deliberately withheld information from ministers across both the current and previous…

The latest shipping activity suggests New Zealand's fuel supply chain remains steady through June, but there are a few developments worth keeping an eye on. So far this month we've recorded six fuel vessel arrivals, with at least two more vessels already scheduled, and current projections suggest June will finish with around 15 fuel vessel movements. That's neither exceptionally busy nor unusually quiet — just about where we'd expect the system…

Something is deeply wrong with a system where a company director can face prosecution, fines, disqualification, and even imprisonment for misleading shareholders, investors, regulators, or the public, yet politicians can make promises they know cannot be delivered, make statements they know are false, withhold critical information from voters, and suffer little more than a bad headline (if they are lucky). Enough is enough. · This week I came…

As the cooler months arrive, Halliwell Shoes in Pukekohe is welcoming the new Autumn / Winter 2026 collection from one of Europe’s most respected comfort footwear brands — Pitillos of Spain. Known for blending modern European styling with genuine all-day comfort, Pitillos continues to build a loyal following among women looking for footwear that feels as good as it looks. · This season’s range delivers a stylish mix of soft leathers, elegant…

It happens in a split second. · A crunch. · A scrape. · That sinking “Uh ohh…” feeling in your stomach. · Whether it’s a car park mishap or a serious collision, the stress can be overwhelming. But in Pukekohe, there’s one simple piece of advice: · Keep calm and call the experts. · For more than 30 years, Classic Auto Body Panel & Paint Ltd has been the trusted name in collision repair across Pukekohe and the greater Franklin region. What began…

Few moments in life are more difficult than losing someone you love. · In those first hours and days, emotions can feel overwhelming. There are decisions to make, people to contact, paperwork to complete, and often a sense of uncertainty about what happens next. · At Fountains Funeral Services, we understand that this is not just a process. It is a deeply personal journey. As a locally owned family business, our role is simple: to care for…

Southern Auckland's Destination Menswear Store · If you've been thinking about updating your winter wardrobe, now is the time. · Lewis' is holding one of its biggest Winter Sales in years, with discounts ranging from 20% to 70% off selected winter stock. · With the sale ending in mid-July, customers are being encouraged to shop early while sizes and styles remain available. · For more than 40 years (est. 1985), Lewis' has been helping…

For buyers looking to secure a position in one of Auckland’s most active growth areas, this is a timely opportunity. Why Drury Is Moving · Drury is rapidly transforming into a major residential and commercial hub in South Auckland. · Significant investment is already underway, including: · New schools and education facilities Transport upgrades and planned rail connections Expanding retail and commercial centres Community infrastructure…

Israel couldn’t fulfill any these goals on its own, all of which required US assistance, but the US pulled out of the war after achieving some its goals instead of paying much higher costs to pursue the maximum ones that Israel still wanted. By Andrew Korybko · Israel is the biggest loser of the Third Gulf War as was concluded here, the sentiment of which was earlier expressed by Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid and Israeli media in…

At least 250,000 British girls suffered sickening sexual abuse by Pakistani gangs, who were enabled by police, social workers, and even Prime Minister Keir Starmer, to commit “child rape on an industrial scale,” British MP Rupert Lowe’s ‘Rape Gang Report’ has detailed. Published on Tuesday, the 218-page report makes for sobering reading. It details the decades-long abuse of hundreds of thousands of white British girls – and smaller numbers of…

Federal investigators have raided the headquarters of a Soros-funded Democrat voter mobilization organization in Ohio as part of what multiple reports describe as an ongoing fraud investigation. FBI agents executed search warrants at the offices of the Ohio Organizing Collaborative (OOC) on June 11 and reportedly conducted interviews with members of the organization across the state. · According to reports, agents arrived with subpoenas and, in…

US President Donald Trump used his closing press conference at the G7 Summit in France to declare what he described as a major breakthrough in the Middle East, announcing that Iran has agreed not to pursue nuclear weapons and signalling what he believes could become a wider regional peace framework. Report by INR · US President Donald Trump used his closing press conference at the G7 Summit in France to declare what he described as a major…

A Ukrainian drone strikes a bus full of children in Western Russia. The youth football team from Belarus were on the way to a coastal city on a summer trip. · Top Russian officials react to the deadly UAV attack with Vladimir Putin denouncing Kiev's strike as a terrorist act. · Donald Trump says that the peace agreement with Iran is not set in stone and warns that fighting could resume even with the Geneva signing ceremony just days away.

Israel has accused Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko of anti-Semitism after he compared its actions in Gaza to the horrors of the Holocaust. In a recent interview with Al Arabiya, Lukashenko condemned Israel’s destruction of Gaza and said West Jerusalem should be more careful, given the level of global outrage over its military campaign in the Palestinian enclave. · “They have already received such a rating in the world community that…

Spy agencies in the EU and the US are spending millions of taxpayers’ money to access commercially available personal data, according to findings published on Tuesday by Interface, a European think tank that gathered evidence from 11 intelligence watchdogs. The practice, known as advertising-based intelligence, or AdInt, involves using personal data collected by the advertising industry for intelligence and surveillance purposes. The report…

One of the most talked-about moments from UFC Freedom 250 came after heavyweight fighter Josh Hokit scored a dominant victory on the White House South Lawn and delivered a post-fight comment that immediately set social media ablaze. By David Lindfield · After defeating Derrick Lewis by technical knockout on Sunday night, Hokit grabbed the microphone and addressed the crowd gathered for the historic event. · Hokit shouted a claim about former…

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Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 Garaging 2 Floor Area 170.4 m2 Porches 3.4 m2 Total Area 173.8 m2 Description · Don’t miss the opportunity to secure your dream home in the fast-growing Drury area. Located within the exciting new Feldspar Crossing development, this community is set to benefit from significant investment and major new infrastructure. Ideal for first-home buyers, families, or investors, this home is part of a vibrant master-planned…

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