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Rise in case numbers seen as new wave
Daily case numbers have been steadily climbing and for most of last week the South recorded more than 600 new cases a day. University of Canterbury Covid-19 modeller Michael Plank agreed with Prof Baker’s assessment, and warned all parts of New Zealand were experiencing rising case numbers. "The new variant BA5 is daily rapidly taking over and it will probably become the dominant variant," Prof Plank said. The potential is that we could have a wave comparable to the first wave we had back in March. On Saturday 624 of the 6460 new Covid cases in New Zealand (9.6%) were reported in Otago and Southland.
Source:Otago Daily Times
July 03, 2022 22:35 UTC
How a BOP rūnanga changed the health game
After 25 years of mahi setting up and maintaining Te Moana a Toi, the Māori health rūnanga representing Māori at the table of the Bay of Plenty District Health Board, his shift has ended. All of those factors have had an impact on the toiora (wellbeing) of Māori physically, mentally and spiritually, Ngaropo says. Although, back in 1997, it wasn’t getting Pākehā leaders on board for Te Moana a Toi that was the struggle in Bay of Plenty, it was iwi. Throughout their wānanga at marae, it became clear that the healthcare Māori had been receiving was culturally unsafe, Ngaropo says. However, Ngaropo is concerned that those who are taking over the representation in his rohe won’t be as effective as Te Moana a Toi in representing iwi.
Source:Stuff
July 03, 2022 22:04 UTC
Sharemarket down 17.5%, faces 'challenging' outlook
New Zealand’s benchmark share index is down 17.5% so far this year, and the second half is expected to remain “challenging” as the impact of high inflation and rising interest rates filter through the economy. READ MORE:* Sharemarket rebounds, starting February on a positive note after a 'rough' January* Sharemarket drops 1.1% as higher inflation seen pushing up interest rates* Sharemarket drops as investors fret over outlook for higher interest ratesLister noted the declines followed sharp gains in asset values over the past two years on the back of ultra low interest rates and money-printing programmes. “Every asset class in the world went up dramatically, and now we’re just really giving back some of that as interest rates go back up again,” he said. The Reserve Bank started raising interest rates from a record low 0.25% in October last year. “I’m actually not feeling too downbeat on the local market,” Lister said.
Source:Stuff
July 03, 2022 21:42 UTC
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Fine weather disappearing ahead of school holidays, forecaster warns
MetService National weather: July 1st - July 4thEnjoy the fine weather while it lasts, experts say, as rain threatens the country for the week ahead. Government forecaster NIWA tweeted yesterday saying their satellite images volatile combination lay northwest of New Zealand in the Tasman Sea. "Enjoy the relatively benign weather through tomorrow, weather turns wet for most thereafter," read the post. Enjoy the relatively benign weather through tomorrow, weather turns wet for most thereafter. pic.twitter.com/oDQ63XqSvD — NIWA Weather (@NiwaWeather) July 3, 2022MetService said a couple of low pressure systems were set to affect New Zealand this week.
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 03, 2022 21:32 UTC
Breakfast briefing; Commodity prices off the boil
Aluminium prices fell to US$2,244/tonne, also a far cry from the peak in mid-March over US$3,800/tonne. Iron ore prices are not going anywhere, despite all the talk of stimulus and rebounds in China. Even wheat prices are falling, in this case based on fresh USDA planting data pointed to grain acreage and stock levels that were above market expectations. In India they introduced export duties on petrol, diesel and jet fuel to help maintain domestic supplies, while also imposing a windfall tax on oil producers who have benefited from higher global crude oil prices. And oil prices are little-changed at just over US$107/bbl in the US, while the international Brent price is just over US$111/bbl.
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 03, 2022 21:12 UTC
Red Hot Chili Peppers to play in Dunedin
Anthony Keidis (right) and Flea of the Red Hot Chili Peppers performing in Spain last month. Photo: Getty ImagesThe Red Hot Chili Peppers are coming to Dunedin. The California rockers have announced two New Zealand shows in January 2023, one in Dunedin on January 26 and one in Auckland. Supporting the Chili Peppers will be genre-bending rapper Post Malone. The Red Hot Chili Peppers formed in 1983 and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012.
Source:Otago Daily Times
July 03, 2022 20:30 UTC
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UFC 276: Israel Adesanya beats Jared Cannonier by unanimous decision
Israel Adesanya channeled The Undertaker in his walkout and came out on top in his fight with Jared Cannonier. Video / UFCIsrael Adesanya channeled The Undertaker in his walkout and came out on top in his fight with Jared Cannonier. Making his fifth defence of the undisputed UFC middleweight championship, the Kiwi made no mistake against hard-hitting American Jared Cannonier, putting on a clinical display of striking to claim a resounding victory on the scorecards. Cannonier did well to stifle what Adesanya called his "second phase", with Adesanya able to land with some power, but never allowed to follow up. All the action as it happened as Israel Adesanya took on Jared Cannonier in UFC 276
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 03, 2022 18:26 UTC
All Blacks coach delighted with 'phenomenal' leadership from players
All Blacks coach delighted with 'phenomenal' leadership from playersAll Blacks coach delighted with 'phenomenal' leadership from players[Image: All Blacks/ Twitter]All Blacks coach Ian Foster has praised the leadership from his senior players after they delivered an emphatic first-up 42-19 victory over Ireland at Eden Park. Foster was one of four New Zealand coaches down with C OVID-19 for the week, with three players also ruled out as well. He says it was the first test, and it’s good to have a good win under the belt. Foster says the work of Sam Cane and their leaders this week was phenomenal. In other matches, the Wallabies beat England 30-28, South Africa defeated Wales 32-29 and Argentina beat Scotland 18-6.
Source:Stuff
July 03, 2022 17:08 UTC
Screams heard, fight with chairs witnessed before Auckland mall stabbing
The stabbing in WestCity Waitākere mall in Auckland’s Henderson has left some people uneasy about going into the mall. The stabbing of a young person at an Auckland mall on Friday has left some people scared to go into the mall. A young person was taken to Starship Children’s Hospital with serious injuries following the incident at WestCity Waitākere mall in Auckland’s Henderson, a St John Ambulance spokesperson said on Friday. Couth said the incident left her feeling scared to come into the mall. Simon Smith/Stuff Auckland Council Waitākere Ward councillor Linda Cooper says it is concerning young people are carrying weapons (File photo).
Source:Stuff
July 03, 2022 17:03 UTC
Travis Barker ended up 'in excruciating pain' from pancreatitis
Travis Barker, who was rushed to hospital with pancreatitis on Wednesday, has shared more details about his medical emergency. Alberto E. Rodriguez Musician Travis Barker is in hospital with “life-threatening” pancreatitis. READ MORE:* Travis Barker’s stepdaughter Atiana De La Hoya addresses fans after his hospitalization* How Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian are feeling amid his hospitalization for Pancreatitis* What is pancreatitis? Explaining Travis Barker's health scare* Travis Barker hospitalized for pancreatitis* Travis Barker hospitalised with pancreatitis: reportPancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas, a gland that sits behind the stomach and makes enzymes and hormones that regulate digestion and sugar levels. Getty Images Travis Barker and wife Kourtney Kardashian.
Source:Stuff
July 03, 2022 16:37 UTC
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Covid-19: Epidemiologist says next wave of Omicron may have begun
Professor Ian Town says there is still much to be learned about Omicron and its variants. Video / Mark MitchellProfessor Ian Town says there is still much to be learned about Omicron and its variants. Video / Mark MitchellBy RNZAn epidemiologist believes the next Omicron wave may have begun, with an upsurge in Covid-19 figures in the past few days. University of Otago epidemiologist professor Michael Baker said this surge in numbers suggested the next wave of the pandemic was starting. Photo / 123RFIt was unclear at this stage how big or prolonged the next Omicron wave could be, he said.
Source:New Zealand Herald
July 03, 2022 13:54 UTC
All Blacks ought to sweat on possible Scott Barrett citing after high shot
Scott Barrett is penalised for what was deemed a no-arms shot to the body of Peter O'Mahony. After all, their impressive 42-19 win at Eden Park on Saturday could yet be tarnished if the foul play committee opts to cite flanker Scott Barrett for an incident late in the match. READ MORE:* All Blacks player ratings: Forward pack steps up in first test against Ireland* Who was your man of the match in All Blacks' first-test win over Ireland? Andrew Cornaga/Photosport All Blacks flanker Scott Barrett and Ireland's Peter O'Mahony clashed on numerous occasions at Eden Park on Saturday night. Bank on plenty of changes for the third test, should the All Blacks clinch the series under the lid.
Source:Stuff
July 03, 2022 12:10 UTC
New Zealand Media Reaction To All Blacks Routing Ireland In First Test
There seems to be a sense of relief in New Zealand following the All Blacks' 42-19 victory over Ireland on Saturday. The eight months since had been filled with a fear the All Blacks could be in a spiralling decline. "The balance was tipped in Ireland's favour and they were good enough to take advantage and make it count – seemingly exposing endless flaws in an All Blacks team who everyone said were frail, unimaginative and pedestrian." Advertisement"The three-test series game of chess is such that Ireland will now be second-guessing where to defend the All Blacks ball carriers," he says. Mark Hinton, also writing for Stuff.co.nz, felt the All Blacks turned the physicality tables on Ireland.
Source:Stuff
July 03, 2022 10:53 UTC
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Exclusive: Matthew Tukaki's job history not checked before Govt role
Checks weren’t done on Matthew Tukaki’s resume before he was appointed to a key Government role. Back in New Zealand, he became the Māori spokesman on just about everything, and has taken on a number of Government roles. A spokesperson for Drake International rebuffed Tukaki’s description. There was no requirement to check Tukaki’s employment history, says the Minister for Children, Kelvin Davis. He was also the head of the Māori Council,” Davis said.
Source:Stuff
July 03, 2022 09:41 UTC
NZ Nationals : Coll and King triumph
Top seeds Joelle King and Paul Coll predictably won the title at the Oliver Sport National Squash Championships in Tauranga, but not without a fight. Again in the second Chileshe forced Coll to focus his play and produce some of his best shots. King will face third seed Amanda Landers-Murphy in the women’s final after a no-mercy win over fourth seed and Auckland Open champ Lana Harrison. In the men’s final Coll will face second seed Lwamba Chileshe who beat his younger brother Temwa in straight games 11-7, 11-8, 11-6. In the men’s quarters, Coll beat eighth seed Anthony Lepper in a straight game match.
Source:Stuff
July 03, 2022 07:36 UTC