Man found with critical head injuries dies in hospital

Man found with critical head injuries dies in hospitalSUPPLIED/NZ POLICE James Whenauroa died in hospital after suffering critical head injuries. A Lower Hutt man has died in hospital from head injuries he sustained last week in central Wellington. Detective Inspector Darrin Thomson said the 53-year-old was found with critical head injuries at the Arlington St apartment block just before midnight on June 17. He was admitted to Wellington hospital, but died on Saturday evening. READ MORE: Man found with critical head injuries at Wellington flatsThomson said Whenauroa was wearing a dark-coloured padded jacket, a black beanie, and black track pants with white writing down the leg at the time of his injuries.

Source:Stuff

June 27, 2017 10:07 UTC


Lions tour: Hurricanes and Lions play out a gripping draw in Wellington

Lions tour: Hurricanes and Lions play out a gripping draw in Wellington1 NEWS Hurricanes coach Chris Boyd claims his side deserved to take the victory against the British and Irish Lions. MARK TANTRUM/GETTY IMAGES MARK TANTRUM/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES RAGHAVAN VENUGOPAL/PHOTOSPORT ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES BILLY STICKLAND/PHOTOSPORT ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES MARK TANTRUM/GETTY IMAGES ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES. MARK TANTRUM/GETTY IMAGES ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ GETTY IMAGES ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES GETTY IMAGES HAGEN HOPKINS/GETTY IMAGES HAGEN HOPKINS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES GETTY IMAGES MARK TANTRUM/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES CAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ PHOTOSPORT CAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ GRANT DOWN/PHOTOSPORT Ngani Laumape uses his power to break the tackle of Dan Biggar and score a try for the Hurricanes. READ MORE:* Hurricanes, Lions play out thrilling draw* Geenty: 'The Bus' didn't get started* Reason: Lions fold badly in draw* Player ratings: Who starred and stumbled* Key moments that tipped the balanceNZN VIDEO British and Irish Lions and Hurricanes fight out 31-31 draw in Wellington. DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES.

Source:Stuff

June 27, 2017 10:01 UTC


Hurricanes clinch thrilling draw with Lions

Photo: GettyThe Hurricanes launched an extraordinary comeback while Lions lock Iain Henderson was in the sinbin to snatch a thrilling 31-31 draw with the tourists. The Hurricanes will know they did everything they could to claw their way back in from a long way back. George North of the Lions beats the tackle of Te Toiroa Tahuriorangi of the Hurricanes to break away for a try. He clattered into bodies and created huge holes and every time he had possession the Hurricanes had the Lions scrambling. The more the midweek Lions have had, the better they have become.

Source:Otago Daily Times

June 27, 2017 09:53 UTC


Lions tour: How the Hurricanes and Lions rated in Wellington

Lions tour: How the Hurricanes and Lions rated in WellingtonDAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES Tommy Seymour of the Lions scores his team's third try. READ MORE:* Lions in Wellington thriller* Not enough Savea roar* Key moments: Canes v Lions* Lions fold badly in draw* Recap: Hurricanes v Lions* Play-by-play: Hurricanes v Lions* Photos: Hurricanes v LionsVince Aso 6: Decent display in midfield, with couple of big plays being the good supporting push on Gibbins for first try, and the beautiful inside ball leading to Laumape score. MARK TANTRUM/GETTY IMAGES MARK TANTRUM/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES RAGHAVAN VENUGOPAL/PHOTOSPORT ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES BILLY STICKLAND/PHOTOSPORT ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES MARK TANTRUM/GETTY IMAGES ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES. MARK TANTRUM/GETTY IMAGES ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ GETTY IMAGES ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES ROSS GIBLIN/FAIRFAX NZ DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES GETTY IMAGES HAGEN HOPKINS/GETTY IMAGES HAGEN HOPKINS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES GETTY IMAGES MARK TANTRUM/GETTY IMAGES DAVID ROGERS/GETTY IMAGES CAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ PHOTOSPORT CAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ GRANT DOWN/PHOTOSPORT Ngani Laumape uses his power to break the tackle of Dan Biggar and score a try for the Hurricanes. Lions wing Tommy Seymour touches down for his second try.

Source:Stuff

June 27, 2017 09:50 UTC


Rugby: Iain Henderson's yellow card capital punishment for Warren Gatland

Referee Romain Poite was about to only penalise Henderson for his transgression until convinced to have another look by his television match official. AdvertisementGatland will be disappointed with Henderson's actions, and especially so after complaining about Jerome Kaino targeting the leg of Murray at Eden Park. Until his yellow card, Henderson did pretty well himself, the No4 nearly scoring a try under the posts only for the television match official unable to see a grounding. It all went a bit pear shaped for the Lions in the final quarter after they led 24-7 at halftime. But Henderson's departure signalled a frantic final 15 minutes, with fullback Barrett increasingly prominent.

Source:New Zealand Herald

June 27, 2017 09:45 UTC


Earl Hagaman's will continues fight with ex-wife

Earl Hagaman's will continues fight with ex-wifeDAVID HALLET/FAIRFAX NZ Earl Hagaman died on May 25 at the age of 92. The last testament of Christchurch rich-lister Earl Hagaman instructs his trustees to use all his resources to fight a property claim by a former wife. SUPPLIED/LIGHTWORKX Scenic Hotels founder Earl Hagaman with wife and Scenic Hotel Group director Lani Hagaman. READ MORE:* Hotel magnate Earl Hagaman farewelled at big funeral* The life of colourful Christchurch rich-lister Earl Hagaman* Of political sideswipes: Meet the Hagamans of ChristchurchThe will, which has yet to be granted probate, bequeaths about $1.5 million to some of his seven children. JOHN KIRK-ANDERSON/FAIRFAX NZ Peter Beck led a funeral procession for Earl Hagaman at St Andrews Chapel.

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June 27, 2017 09:45 UTC


Rugby: Lions and Hurricanes battle to classic draw

The Hurricanes will know they did everything they could to claw their way back in from a long way back. They will know they were brave, passionate and inventive in the final quarter to score two quick tries and change the course of everything. As for the Lions, they will be angry that they let such a commanding lead slip in the final quarter. The Hurricanes had all the ball, all the energy and were playing all the rugby. He clattered into bodies and created huge holes and every time he had possession the Hurricanes had the Lions scrambling.

Source:New Zealand Herald

June 27, 2017 09:33 UTC


Fee of $2K to watch McCartney soundcheck

It costs $2,000 to watch Paul McCartney soundcheck. Once a chance to dust off cobwebs and perform technical tests away from audiences, soundcheck access is now a top ticket item for cashed-up fans. Previously a money can't buy experience, Paul McCartney fans can pay $2000 for a VIP package that includes access to watch the former Beatle soundcheck as well as a front row ticket for his New Zealand tour in December. On their last tour, rockers Kiss did a VIP soundcheck package where they performed a soundcheck out of make-up and often took requests from fans. And while McCartney's $2000 VIP package may seem expensive (even if he is the most successful songwriter of all time) it is not the most pricey we've seen.

Source:Otago Daily Times

June 27, 2017 09:11 UTC


Lions fans roar into Wellington for Hurricanes clash

Lions fans roar into Wellington for Hurricanes clashCAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ English fans Patsy Marron and David Tayler with Irish fans Dee Devine and Steven Gilmore in the fanzone on the Wellington waterfront on Tuesday. Wellington was purring on Tuesday night as an army of red-clad British and Irish Lions fans descended on the capital for their clash with the Hurricanes at Westpac Stadium. CAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ CAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ CAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ CAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ CAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ CAMERON BURNELL/FAIRFAX NZ ROSS GIBLIN/ FAIRFAX NZ English fans Nikki Oliver, Jim Hughes, Kim Youden and Australian Josie Mark brave the capital chill in their adorable lion onesies at the Green Man pub. English fan Peter Gibbs on the Wellington waterfront ahead of the Lions v Hurricanes clash. Lions fans Shaun Scully, left, and Stuart Kelley in front of the Cuba St bucket fountain before Tuesday night's clash with the Hurricanes.

Source:Stuff

June 27, 2017 08:37 UTC


Concerns over Mt Ruapehu track change

Concerns have been raised over a duel-use track on Mt Ruapehu. Photo: ODT fileSubmitters fear a new dual-use track on Mt Ruapehu will be crammed with downhill speeding cyclists and disadvantage walkers, a panel considering it heard. One submitter asked whether it was necessary to allow cyclists into the park at all, and suggested they ride elsewhere. But most at the hearing agreed the track would make the narrow Ohakune Mountain Rd much safer, said the Department of Conservation (DoC) Tongariro District community ranger, Stacey Faire. Constructing Te Ara Mangawhero would make widening the Ohakune Mountain Rd unnecessary, and is supported by mountain iwi Ngati Rangi.

Source:Otago Daily Times

June 27, 2017 08:37 UTC


Over 100,000 to welcome Team NZ

cupwinners.jpg Over 100,000 people are set to welcome the victorious Team NZ. Photo: ReutersMore than 100,000 Aucklanders look set to welcome home the victorious Team New Zealand on the waterfront next Thursday, possibly on both sides of the harbour. Brett O'Riley, chief executive of Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development, says details will be announced tomorrow once Team NZ confirms when its 71-strong team will return, but current planning is based on most members getting home on Wednesday and Thursday. Team NZ boss Grant Dalton said the plan was for the team to leave Bermuda on Sunday and fly to Dubai, the base of major sponsor Emirates, and then arrive back in New Zealand next Wednesday. Tauranga's mayor Greg Brownless is also planning a welcome-home parade for the America's Cup, with Team NZ helmsman Peter Burling hailing from the city.

Source:Otago Daily Times

June 27, 2017 08:15 UTC


Could Auckland's Halsey Wharf host the next America's Cup?

Auckland event planners say the logical space to hold the next America's Cup defence is Halsey St Wharf on the city's waterfront and would come with a billion dollar economic benefit to New Zealand. Brett O'Riley of Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development said extending Halsey St Wharf could cost $80 million to $100 million. But that cost might be avoided if Team NZ opted for a single-hull contest in four years' time, requiring less space than the catamarans sailed in Bermuda. Either way, he said the costs would be likely to be outweighed by the economic benefit. He expected the win to inject up to $500m into the marine industry over the next few years.

Source:New Zealand Herald

June 27, 2017 08:15 UTC


Help sought after van approaches girl

Mosgiel police are appealing for sightings of a man in a van after an incident involving a 15-year-old girl in Brighton. Police say the girl was walking her dog in Bath St about 5pm on Monday when she was approached by a man driving a dark grey van. After briefly speaking to the teenager, he sped off when she pulled out her cellphone. Police would like to speak with the man, described as having brown skin and a thin face with stubble. Any members of the public who saw the van, and were in the Brighton area at the time, were asked to contact Constable Dave Leonard at the Mosgiel Police Station on (03) 489-3534.

Source:Otago Daily Times

June 27, 2017 07:52 UTC


Waikato's largest riverside mansion boasting boat ramp and indoor pool for sale

What is possibly the Waikato's largest mansion boasting breathtaking river views, five bedrooms, five bathrooms, an indoor heated swimming pool and a private boat ramp, is for sale and is likely to fetch one of the region's biggest sale prices too. There is also a private boat ramp leading to the Waikato River and huge grounds, lending itself to further development. × There is also a private boat ramp leading to the Waikato River and huge grounds. There is also a private boat ramp leading to the Waikato River and huge grounds. Rocky Cribb, a former New Zealand snooker player, purchased it in May 2000 and the property was sold by mortgagee sale last year.

Source:New Zealand Herald

June 27, 2017 07:47 UTC


New Zealanders in Australia say Kiwis pay too much for food

New Zealanders in Australia say Kiwis pay too much for foodSUPPLIED Jemma Barrett noticed cheaper food prices when she moved to Australia. CASSANDRA KOVAS/FAIRFAX NZ New Zealanders in Australia pointed out the cost of brocolli here. It's something that New Zealanders living in Australia have highlighted on the Kiwis in Aussie Facebook group. Stats NZ figures show New Zealand food prices increased 3.1 per cent in the year to May 2017. Fruit and vegetable prices increased 14 per cent, meat, poultry, and fish prices increased 0.6 per cent, grocery food prices increased 1.7 per cent and non-alcoholic beverage prices dropped 1 per cent.

Source:Stuff

June 27, 2017 07:14 UTC


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