Fiery Hamilton crash kills two while two in critical condition
Two people are dead and two others are critically injured following a fiery crash between a truck and a car in Hamilton early today. Emergency services responded to the crash on Ulster St around 3.45am. A police spokesperson said two people died at the scene and two others are critically injured. “The car caught fire following the crash, and three officers are being treated for smoke inhalation after pulling occupants from the vehicle,” they said. The road has been closed while the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene.
Source:Otago Daily Times
July 09, 2023 06:50 UTC
The OCR peak has apparently been reached - what now?
For the first time in nearly two years the forthcoming review of the Official Cash Rate (OCR) by the Reserve Bank (Wednesday July 12) is not a 'live one'. So, the August 2021 RBNZ review of the OCR officially became a 'live one', with the universal expectation that the OCR would be lifted for the first time since mid-2014. There's more than enough there to justify the RBNZ being able to raise its hand once again and say 'no more' to OCR rate rises - at least for now. I would expect a similar 'key' paragraph to end the OCR statement in the coming week. The 'heavy lifting' (of interest rates) is done.
Source:Stuff
July 09, 2023 06:39 UTC
Open mike 09/07/2023
In a Montana Courtroom, Debate Over Whether States Can Make a Difference on Climate Change, and if They HaveA chronological listing of news and opinion articles posted on theduring the past week: Sun, Jun 25, 2023 thru Sat, Jul 1 2023. Story of the Week...
Source:Stuff
July 09, 2023 04:33 UTC
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Students make a stand against racism
Gargi Vaidya delivering her race unity speech in Auckland. Photo / Ben ParkinsonBy Gaurav Sharma RNZSouth Asian high school students are increasingly standing up to champion better race relations, if the recent Race Unity Speech Awards are anything to go by. “Each one delivered thought-provoking speeches on race relations in Aotearoa New Zealand,” said Bev Watson, part of the national coordination team for the awards. “Not only did I network with others committed to social justice and racial harmony, the platform amplified my voice and enabled meaningful conversations about race unity,” she said. “It has made me realise that racial unity is not a choice, rather a necessity which every New Zealander should actively work towards.
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 09, 2023 02:17 UTC
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Six killed when small plane crashes, bursts into flames in field near Southern California airport
The charred remains of the Cessna near the landing approach at French Valley Airport, in Murrieta, California. Photo / APThe charred remains of the Cessna near the landing approach at French Valley Airport, in Murrieta, California. Photo / APSix people were killed when a small plane crashed and caught fire in a field near a Southern California airport before dawn on Saturday, authorities said. It was the second fatal crash this week at the small county-owned airport in Murrieta, home to about 112,000 residents. A man was killed and three people were injured on July 4 when a single-engine Cessna 172 crashed in a parking lot shortly after takeoff from French Valley.
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 08, 2023 21:54 UTC
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Zeitgeist: Please stop throwing stuff at people
Bebe Rexha shared photos after receiving stitches for her injury. Some experts do have some theories - and point to social media as one of the things to blame. She then picked up a T-shirt cannon and shot it into the crowd as she told them: “Stop throwing things at the artists.”Singer-songwriter Charlie Puth called the trend “disrespectful and very dangerous”. This trend of throwing things at performers while they are on stage must come to an end. If this weird trend ends up leading to changes in the level of surveillance and security at concerts, we all lose.
Source:Stuff
July 08, 2023 20:00 UTC
AI hot sauce to truffle negronis – where world food trends start
In 2022, specialty food sales hit US$194 billion (NZ$316b), a 9.3% increase from the year before, with sales projected to hit US$207b this year. (Image: Matthew Kronsberg/Bloomberg)Whale sperm? Whoopi Goldberg, right, tasting her way through the Fancy Food Show. (Image: Matthew Kronsberg/Bloomberg)It’s not all hustle, however. But the temptations of the Fancy Food Show can take their toll, admits Goldberg, giving voice to another experience familiar to those who attended.
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 08, 2023 17:09 UTC
Lydia Ko climbs up leaderboard at US Women's Open golf tournament
Lydia Ko, hits from the 15th tee during the second round of the US Women's Open. Lydia Ko climbed handily up the field in the second round of the US Women’s Open, despite finishing it 10 shots off the leader. The New Zealand superstar shot a one-under 71 on the second day at Pebble Beach to make the cut after shooting a four-over 76 on day one. Ko, who has never won the US Women’s Open, got off to a rocky start when she suffered two early setbacks after beginning the day on the back nine. She shot a three-over 75 in the second round to be nine-over for the tournament in a tie for 112nd.
Source:Stuff
July 08, 2023 15:19 UTC
Man critically hurt in workplace accident
A man has been critically injured this morning after becoming trapped in a machine at a workplace in Auckland. Emergency services were called to Birmingham Drive in Ōtara at 8.30am. The man was freed from the machinery and rushed to Middlemore Hospital in a critical condition, a Hato Hone St John spokesperson said. WorkSafe said the agency had been notified and was making initial enquiries. It is unclear what machinery the man became stuck in but it is understood he has severe injuries to an arm.
Source:Otago Daily Times
July 08, 2023 13:09 UTC
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Prince Harry’s friends are reportedly ‘very hurt’ by his bombshells about the Royal Family
Harry and his "band of brothers" at his wedding to Meghan Markle. Photo / NetflixHarry and his "band of brothers" at his wedding to Meghan Markle. Photo / NetflixPrince Harry’s no-show at one of his closest friends’ weddings sheds light on the “sad situation” Prince Harry is in when it comes to his nearest and dearest back home, reports Daily Mail. Prince Harry and Jack Mann play during day one of the Audi Polo Challenge at Coworth Park on May 30, 2015. Prince William and Prince Harry talk with Thomas van Straubenzee after playing in the Audi Polo Challenge in 2014.
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 08, 2023 12:54 UTC
Melanie Bracewell: Net Worth, Height, Age & Relationship
Melanie Bracewell is now making fame for co-hosting The Cheap Seats, alongside Tim McDonald. It was in 2019 when Melanie Bracewell started her writing job. Also Read: Jenna Ortega Biography, Net Worth, Age, Height, and FamilyMelanie Bracewell: Everything To Know About HerPersonal Details: Age, Height, Weight, BirthplaceMelanie Bracewell is a comedian, actress, and scriptwriter. Also Read: Beast K-Pop Members Profile, Net Worth, Height & Biography [2023]Net WorthMelanie Bracewell’s prominence also calls for the discussion of her net worth. Also Read: Dominic Perrottet Net Worth: Age, Height, Personal Life & Career
Source:Stuff
July 08, 2023 12:28 UTC
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Man accused of forging qualified engineers’ signatures to sign off 1000 buildings, police investigation under way
Photo / Manfred GottschalkMore than 40 councils are scrambling to check whether at least 1000 buildings are structurally safe. Photo / Manfred GottschalkUp to 30 Auckland building projects are “potentially compromised” after a Taupō man allegedly forged the signatures of qualified engineers to sign off more than 1000 buildings around New Zealand. Engineering technologist Jonathan (Jon) Beau Hall, director of Kodiak Consulting Ltd, allegedly completed and signed documents using the identities and credentials of chartered professional engineers “without their permission”, Templer claims. ENZ’s website also has a public search to check whether members and chartered professional engineers have outstanding notices against them. Hall is accused of forging the signatures of chartered engineers that councils used for building consents.
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 08, 2023 12:28 UTC
Iowa Teenager Sentenced To Life Imprisonment For Murder Of Teacher
In a harrowing turn of events that has left the community reeling, a 16-year-old Iowa teenager has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the gruesome murder of his high school Spanish teacher. Miller, along with his accomplice Jermey Goodale, also 16 at the time, were charged as adults with first-degree murder. During the sentencing, District Judge Shawn Showers sentenced Miller to life imprisonment. Under his guilty plea, prosecutors suggested a sentence of 25 years to life with the possibility of parole for Goodale. While Goodale admitted to striking Graber, Miller claimed his involvement was limited to assisting and denied delivering any blows.
Source:Stuff
July 08, 2023 10:14 UTC
In memory of Kathleen Moriarty of the Taranaki Dragons
nzherald.co.nz published this video item, entitled “In memory of Kathleen Moriarty of the Taranaki Dragons | Local Focus” – below is their description. Reposting this wonderful video about the Taranaki Dragons featuring Kathleen Moriarty, who passed away on Sunday, 11 June 2023. Kathleen was so generous and supportive in making this video, which is about women standing up in the face of breast cancer and doing what makes them happy. Kathleen was one of those women. 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
July 08, 2023 07:58 UTC
The very strange election campaign
Written By: mickysavage - Date published: 9:06 am, July 8th, 2023 - 50 commentsCategories: climate change, crime, Economy, election 2023, Environment, housing, labour, national, political parties, prisons, same old national - Tags:Probably like the rest of you I find politics really weird right now. It also does not matter that the causes of crime are generational, cultural and due heavily to colonialism and poverty. Which is why the intensity of the grumpy campaign that National is running is so irksome. It does not normally matter that our economic problems stem from overseas events, normally Governments get punished if the economy is gloomy. What Labour has to do to win this campaign is to create a sense of pride and unity and celebration.
Source:Otago Daily Times
July 08, 2023 07:24 UTC