Peters and Seymour share Deputy PM in new govt
Winston Peters and David Seymour will share the role of Deputy Prime Minister for the first time in New Zealand’s political history. In a highly unorthodox arrangement, Peters, 78, will take the deputy role for the next 18 months. He will then be replaced by 40-year-old Seymour, the leader of Act, for the second half of the coalition government’s three-year term. The New Zealand First leader has also snared the coveted role of Foreign Affairs Minister – a role Peters has filled in previous administrations. Winston Peters (left) and David Seymour shake hands at the signing of a coalition deal today.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 23, 2023 22:50 UTC
Weekly Roundup 23-November-2023
This Week in Greater AucklandCatch PT to MallsFollowing the issues at Newmarket last week, Auckland Transport are asking people to use PT instead. Phase two will be a small network of shared escooters, bikes, and powered bike parking within three minutes walk of the station. More info at Bike Auckland and this story from Healthy Families Waitakere. Auckland Transport hasn’t updated its cycle counts since June – and our bike counters are mostly on commute routes, which means we lack crucial data on neighbourhood cycling. As more and more travellers are looking for climate-friendly means of transport, night trains are becoming popular once more.
Source:Stuff
November 23, 2023 22:41 UTC
'Enraged' motorist rear-ends slow driver
An "enraged" driver who rear-ended a dawdling motorist has been spoken to by police. Senior Sergeant Anthony Bond, of Dunedin, said police responded to a car crash on the Caversham bypass at 7.30am yesterday. A 33-year-old man was driving behind another vehicle and had "become enraged about the other driver’s low speed", Snr Sgt Bond said. The man drove into the back of the car in front before driving away. An investigation was still ongoing and police were still to speak with the driver of the other vehicle, Snr Sgt Bond said.
Source:Otago Daily Times
November 23, 2023 21:33 UTC
The law changes looming from new Govt; Peters, Seymour to split Deputy PM
Winston Peters and David Seymour will rotate in the Deputy Prime Minister role in an unorthodox coalition Government stitched together by incoming Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Peters bristled at the suggestion he was “sharing” the role with Seymour as the new Cabinet was unveiled today. The NZ First leader will be Deputy PM for the next 18 months before surrendering the position to Act’s Seymour on May 31, 2025. Peters has also secured the coveted role of Foreign Affairs Minister – a job he has filled in previous administrations. Seymour said he was unaware of what ministerial portfolios both National and NZ First had been allocated.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 23, 2023 20:54 UTC
Coalition deal struck, Israel-Hamas hostage release and Black Friday madness
nzherald.co.nz published this video item, entitled “Coalition deal struck, Israel-Hamas hostage release and Black Friday madness | nzherald.co.nz” – below is their description. Coalition talks wrap up in the capital, new details emerge over the Israel-Hamas hostage deal and Auckland Transport’s request to malls as Black Friday kicks off in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Subscribe and be notified of breaking news: https://goo.gl/LP45jXCheck out our playlists: https://goo.gl/Swd249Like NZ Herald on Facebook: https://goo.gl/tUC4oqFollow NZ Herald on Instagram: https://goo.gl/oLicXeFollow NZ Herald on Twitter: https://goo.gl/Wi6mbvnzherald.co.nz YouTube Channel
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 23, 2023 19:39 UTC
Warning of ‘debt hangover’ for Black Friday shoppers
9 News Australia published this video item, entitled “Warning of ‘debt hangover’ for Black Friday shoppers | 9 News Australia” – below is their description. As Australians are looking to bag a bargain, a warning has been issued to shoppers about credit card ‘debt hangover’ when spending during Black Friday. | 9 News Australia YouTube ChannelGot a comment? Leave your thoughts in the comments section, below. Please note comments are moderated before publication.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 23, 2023 15:56 UTC
Arson killer Lynne Martin found dead day after being found guilty
Lynne Martin, 63, was found dead in the cells at the Gisborne Police Station on Thursday morning, Stuff understands. She was being held there before being transferred to prison, after a jury on Wednesday afternoon found her guilty of murdering her father, Ronald Allison. At the time of her father's death, Martin was "flat broke", and an undischarged bankrupt with just $119 to her name, and she knew she would get $150,000 from her father's will, Manning said. "That phone call, sadly, seems to be all it took to set her off on a chain of events that led to her father's death," he said. It wasn't a "remarkable coincidence" that these strands of evidence pointed to Martin being the killer, he said.
Source:Stuff
November 23, 2023 11:55 UTC
WOMAN relaunches as quarterly magazine
With the digital platform in growth mode, School Road Publishing are coming back into the market with WOMAN magazine, giving the brand more exposure and credibility than ever. WOMAN magazine returns to the newsstands next Monday in a new more stylish and directional seasonal format. The changes come after Martine Skinner (ex Bauer/ACP) was announced General Manager and Sarah Hoffmann (ex Bauer, STUFF and NZME) was appointed Sales Director of School Road Publishing, owned by the Waitapu Group. Through a unique commercial model, WOMAN has invited a limited number of well-known brands to be Preferred Partners over the summer months and who are seamlessly integrated into the magazine. “We could not have delivered this issue without our preferred partners.
Source:Stuff
November 23, 2023 11:16 UTC
BLACKPINK Members Honoured with MBE by King Charles for Climate Change Work
- Advertisement -Members of BLACKPINK honoured with MBE by King CharlesBLACKPINK members Jennie Kim, Jisoo Kim, and Lalisa Manoban received honorary Members of the Order of the British EmpireRosé Park also received an MBE due to her dual citizenship in New ZealandBLACKPINK was recognized for promoting the work of the COP26 summit on climate changeThey were praised for their role in bringing the message of environmental sustainability to a global audienceMembers of BLACKPINK honoured with MBE by King CharlesBritain’s King Charles III honoured the K-pop band BLACKPINK for their work in raising awareness about climate change. The members were bestowed with honorary Members of the Order of the British Empire and were recognized for their role in promoting environmental sustainability. Recognition at Buckingham PalaceThe four band members were given the honour during a ceremony at Buckingham Palace in recognition of their role in promoting the work of the COP26 summit on climate change two years ago in Glasgow, Scotland. - Advertisement -State Dinner at Buckingham PalaceDuring a Korea-UK state dinner, Charles praised BLACKPINK for their role in bringing the message of environmental sustainability to a global audience. The dinner was organized in honor of Korean President Yoon and first lady Kim Keon Hee.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 23, 2023 11:12 UTC
Strong stable Government?
If ever you wantedLloyd Burr at Newshub has released this 8 minute video montage showing Christopher Luxon saying repeatedly “strong and stable government” over the past three weeks. That’s despite a constant chorus of “we’re making progress”, “we’re going as quickly as possible”, and “strong, stable Government” from National, ACT, and New Zealand First MPs. On that same day, National Leader Christopher Luxon was saying “we’re moving with tremendous urgency”, confident he could “move through this very quickly”. We also heard aspirations of a “strong and stable Government” on repeat for a month. Ban gang patches, stop gang members gathering in public, and stop known gang offenders from communicating with one another.
Source:Stuff
November 23, 2023 10:42 UTC
Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose accused of sexual assault
Guns N' Roses singer Axl Rose has been accused of a sexual assault, which allegedly occured in 1989Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 1989, according to a court filing reported by U.S. media and seen by AFP on Wednesday. Rose, lead singer of the heavy rock band famous for albums like "Appetite for Destruction," has yet to comment publicly. In the complaint, Rose is alleged to have forced anal sex on Kennedy. Guns N' Roses is best known for hits such as "Welcome to the Jungle" and "Sweet Child O' Mine." The band, whose brash rock took the world by storm in the late 1980s, had been notorious for internal friction, with singer Axl Rose and guitarist Slash ending their collaboration in 1993 following a show in Buenos Aires.
Source:Stuff
November 23, 2023 09:29 UTC
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NFT Sales Net Company Deloitte Award for Fastest Growing Business
New Zealand’s fastest-growing privately owned business has sold 8 million digital collectibles, also known as non-fungible tokens (NFTs), online. Weave Digital’s 1239 per cent revenue growth over a three-year period landed it the top spot at the annual Deloitte Fast 50 awards in Auckland on Thursday evening. It’s been a memorable month for Vive’s Auckland-based founder David Yu, who last week was named EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2023. Volpara Health Technologies and Consult Recruitment stood second with growth of 600 per cent and 543 per cent respectively. To take the pulse of personal business challenges, Deloitte asked businesses entering the Fast 50 and Masters of Growth awards for their top three concerns.
Source:New Zealand Herald
November 23, 2023 08:29 UTC
Convicted arson killer found dead in cells
The woman who killed her elderly father by setting his house alight has died suddenly, the day after she was found guilty of murder. Lynne Martin, 63, was found dead in the cells at the Gisborne Police Station on Thursday morning, Stuff understands. She was being held there before being transferred to prison, after a jury on Wednesday afternoon found her guilty of murdering her father, Ronald Allison. Allison, 88, died when his house near Te Karaka, about 30 km from Gisborne, burned to the ground in the early hours of January 25, 2013. “The cause of death will be a matter for the Coroner to determine, and the IPCA have been notified,” says a spokesperson.
Source:Stuff
November 23, 2023 07:46 UTC
Stuff Quiz: The Hard Word for November 23, 2023
The Hard Word is proudly brought to you by our mates at Neighbourly – a safe and authentic social network connecting neighbours and doing good things together. Do you have the spelling skills to beat The Hard Word clock? In this Stuff quiz you’ll get a bunch of letters to unscramble, a clue to get you on your way and 60 seconds to correctly enter the word. The Hard Word is live on Stuff from 9am each weekday. Got a good word for us?
Source:Stuff
November 23, 2023 05:21 UTC
Couple who 'fled' to New Zealand fight one-year jail sentence over son's death
A US couple who allegedly fled to New Zealand following the death of their adopted son have criticised their one-year jail sentence as “excessive”. Timothy and Sarah Johnson moved across the world with their surviving children just one year after they found their son Seth Johnson, 7, dead in his vomit-soaked bed in their Minnesota home in 2015. The couple were aware of the young boy’s failing health, including bruises and small cracks on his skin, but “had issues going to doctors”, local publications report. Timothy and Sarah Johnson, who reportedly fled to New Zealand after their son's death, requested the court to overturn their jail sentence, calling it an 'injustice'. Source: Fox 9 MinnesotaThe Johnsons then prayed for Seth’s health the night before his death.
Source:Stuff
November 23, 2023 02:17 UTC