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Received today — 2 May 2026 New Zealand Herald

Auckland bus driver allegedly punched by female passenger refusing to pay her fare

2 May 2026 at 07:12
The driver said he and his colleagues are told to 'just let' non-paying passengers board.

Ashraf Almoukdad, 63, was allegedly assaulted by a female passenger after she refused to pay her fare on Auckland Transport's Route 32 bus. Photo / Supplied

Ashraf Almoukdad, 63, was allegedly assaulted by a female passenger after she refused to pay her fare on Auckland Transport's Route 32 bus. Photo / Supplied

Ashraf Almoukdad, 63, was allegedly assaulted by a female passenger after she refused to pay her fare on Auckland Transport's Route 32 bus. Photo / Supplied

Ashraf Almoukdad, 63, was allegedly assaulted by a female passenger after she refused to pay her fare on Auckland Transport's Route 32 bus. Photo / Supplied

Moana Pasifika v Blues live updates, Super Rugby Pacific clash at North Harbour Stadium

2 May 2026 at 06:55
Live updates of the Super Rugby Pacific clash between Moana Pasifika and the Blues.

Moana Pasifika hope to end their winless streak in their latest match against the Blues. Photo / Photosport

Moana Pasifika hope to end their winless streak in their latest match against the Blues. Photo / Photosport

Moana Pasifika hope to end their winless streak in their latest match against the Blues. Photo / Photosport

Moana Pasifika hope to end their winless streak in their latest match against the Blues. Photo / Photosport

New Zealander in flotilla intercepted by Israel has concussion and possible broken rib, wife says

2 May 2026 at 04:00
About 176 people from the flotilla disembarked at a port on Crete.

Global Sumud Flotilla boats were intercepted by Israel Defence Force personnel. Photo / Global Sumud Flotilla

Global Sumud Flotilla boats were intercepted by Israel Defence Force personnel. Photo / Global Sumud Flotilla

Global Sumud Flotilla boats were intercepted by Israel Defence Force personnel. Photo / Global Sumud Flotilla

Global Sumud Flotilla boats were intercepted by Israel Defence Force personnel. Photo / Global Sumud Flotilla

Mitre 10 and Bunnings to pass on higher costs from Iran war hitting DIYers in the pocket

2 May 2026 at 01:00
Bunnings delivery fees are up by $1-$2 for small parcels and 10% for big loads.

Mitre 10 and Bunnings NZ are facing rising costs across their businesses as the conflict in Iran hikes prices.

Mitre 10 and Bunnings NZ are facing rising costs across their businesses as the conflict in Iran hikes prices.

Mitre 10 and Bunnings NZ are facing rising costs across their businesses as the conflict in Iran hikes prices.

Mitre 10 and Bunnings NZ are facing rising costs across their businesses as the conflict in Iran hikes prices.

New Diocesan School for Girls principal Dr Sandra Hastie on surviving ‘dirt file’ leak at her last school - and her plans for Dio

1 May 2026 at 17:00
Sandra Hastie has plans for Dio - she's a fan of flexible hours and creative subjects.

Sandra Hastie urges her families to spend time together, and sit down together for dinner.

Sandra Hastie urges her families to spend time together, and sit down together for dinner.

Sandra Hastie urges her families to spend time together, and sit down together for dinner.

Sandra Hastie urges her families to spend time together, and sit down together for dinner.

African-born father to be deported to New Zealand from Australia as a 501

2 May 2026 at 01:00
The man claimed his offending was fuelled by his involvement in a gang.

An African-born man who arrived in New Zealand as a child and who then moved to Australia with his family fears for his future after efforts failed to reverse a decision to cancel his Australian visa due to his criminal offending. Photo / 123rf

An African-born man who arrived in New Zealand as a child and who then moved to Australia with his family fears for his future after efforts failed to reverse a decision to cancel his Australian visa due to his criminal offending. Photo / 123rf

An African-born man who arrived in New Zealand as a child and who then moved to Australia with his family fears for his future after efforts failed to reverse a decision to cancel his Australian visa due to his criminal offending. Photo / 123rf

An African-born man who arrived in New Zealand as a child and who then moved to Australia with his family fears for his future after efforts failed to reverse a decision to cancel his Australian visa due to his criminal offending. Photo / 123rf

Jetstar email addresses passenger with curse words, airline blames account change

1 May 2026 at 23:50
The surprise slur was included in a change of booking confirmation.

When asked about the expletives' origins, Jetstar said an investigation indicated Thompson's contact name had been changed directly through her customer account.

When asked about the expletives' origins, Jetstar said an investigation indicated Thompson's contact name had been changed directly through her customer account.

When asked about the expletives' origins, Jetstar said an investigation indicated Thompson's contact name had been changed directly through her customer account.

When asked about the expletives' origins, Jetstar said an investigation indicated Thompson's contact name had been changed directly through her customer account.

Media Insider: TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman replaced by colleague and soon-to-be business presenter on PM Christopher Luxon’s trip to Singapore

1 May 2026 at 18:19
Sherman's temporary Parliament ban would not have prevented her from covering PM's visit.

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Montage: Oliver Rusden

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Montage: Oliver Rusden

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Montage: Oliver Rusden

TVNZ political editor Maiki Sherman and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Montage: Oliver Rusden

Thomas Coughlan: Why Christopher Luxon’s Iran war stance will make his campaign even more difficult

1 May 2026 at 18:06
OPINION: What happens to the coalition after the Iran war email scrap?

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (left) and Foreign Minister Winston Peters. Photos / NZME

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (left) and Foreign Minister Winston Peters. Photos / NZME

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (left) and Foreign Minister Winston Peters. Photos / NZME

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (left) and Foreign Minister Winston Peters. Photos / NZME

Sir Bob Jones property legacy: How his $2b portfolio is being run now

1 May 2026 at 17:00
'Key thing to know is that Bob's biggest wish is that he wanted the business to continue.'

Sir Bob Jones in his Auckland office in 2014. Photo / Richard Robinson

Sir Bob Jones in his Auckland office in 2014. Photo / Richard Robinson

Sir Bob Jones in his Auckland office in 2014. Photo / Richard Robinson

Sir Bob Jones in his Auckland office in 2014. Photo / Richard Robinson
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