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23 July 2008

News | Sport | Entertainment | Business | Tech | Lifestyle | Travel | Blogs Today's Headlines Top Stories Murderer granted Privy Council hearing Convicted double killer John Barlow was granted leave today to have an appeal heard by the Privy Council in London. Spotlight on secret donors By TRACY WATKINS and MARTIN KAY Controversy over donations to NZ First by one of New Zealand's richest families has reignited debate about secret campaign funding. Woman dies after doctors miss 'red flags' By RUTH HILL Wellington Hospital's emergency department has been criticised for failing to detect a deadly condition in a 72-year-old woman who visited the hospital four times in 10 days. Kidnap victim's dad faces charges over building The father of the five-year-old girl kidnapped from her home on Auckland's North Shore last week has been charged for building houses without proper consent. Technology Review: Secret Agent Clank By ALAN BELL - NZGamer.com Galactic hero (and all round Good Guy) Ratchet seems to have totally flipped out! He has been caught red-handed on camera committing a frankly clumsy and amateurish crime. Oldest New Testament heads into cyberspace More than 1,600 years after it was written in Greek, one of the oldest copies of the Bible will become globally accessible online for the first time this week. Security warning over patient files By RUTH HILL A hacker who "tagged" medical centre websites, including one in Wellington, could have gone on to gain access to patients' records, a computer security expert says. New iPhone music to your ears When it was unveiled in June, Apple's new iPhone didn't appear to offer anything new for music fans. National News Family relief as teen found guilty of murder By KELLY BURNS A High Court jury has found a Palmerston North teenager guilty of the gruesome murder of Stanley Waipouri. Renting cheaper than home ownership By JOHN HARTEVELT Renting is now 2½ times cheaper than buying a home and the best rental deals are in Christchurch, where rents are dropping - unlike many other NZ cities. 'Free' childcare to cost more By JOHN HARTEVELT The childcare bill for Christchurch mum Lisa Raxworthy will triple when her St Martin's ABC childcare centre introduces the Government's 20 hours free scheme. Warning as Auckland attacker preys on women By MELANIE VERRAN Women are being warned to be extra vigilant after two attacks and one indecent exposure in Auckland's  eastern suburbs last week. Sport Mortlock loss body blow for Wallabies By RICHARD KNOWLER, JIM KAYES and GREG GROWDEN The Wallabies have suffered a massive blow ahead of Saturday night's Bledisloe Cup test with skipper Stirling Mortlock forced out with concussion. Aussie keen on Black Caps job By SAM WORTHINGTON Victorian state cricket coach Greg Shipperd is considering throwing his hat into the ring to replace John Bracewell as coach of the Black Caps. Warriors' opposition in grapple tackle 'storm' again By SAM WORTHINGTON The New Zealand Warriors named a settled side yesterday as cranky Australia coach Ricky Stuart did his best to unsettle their next opponents, defending premiers Melbourne Storm. Deans gets the cold shoulder By JIM KAYES It took a while, but finally his name was mentioned, and then only once. World News Speedier Hague trial expected for Karadzic With the arrest of Bosnian Serb wartime president Radovan Karadzic, UN prosecutors and judges are likely to seek a speedy trial to avoid the lengthy proceedings that have dogged the Hague tribunal in the past. Bulldozer on Jerusalem rampage before Obama visit A Palestinian has rammed a bulldozer into vehicles on a Jerusalem street before a visit by US Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama, who condemned the attack and pledged to push for a peace deal. Sudan agrees to try Darfur rights violators at home Sudan has agreed to try anyone it suspects of crimes in Darfur in Sudanese courts and will allow the United Nations, African Union and Arab League to follow the proceedings. Indian government wins confidence vote Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's government has won a vote of confidence in parliament, ensuring the survival of the ruling coalition and a civilian nuclear deal with the US. Rural Firm boosts pig breeding for human implants By KENT ATKINSON A biotech entrepreneur seeking ministerial approval of Auckland experiments to implant pig tissues in diabetes patients is ramping up its production of piglets to kill for transplant tissue. 250 jobs to go at Christchurch meat plant By ALAN WOOD A Christchurch meat works is to shut with the loss of hundreds of jobs. Rural Property Trust valuations rise to $210m Valuations for the New Zealand Rural Property Trust's assets are up nearly 30 per cent over the past year to about $210 million. Kiwifruit growers need to lift game - Zespri Kiwifruit company Zespri says many growers of the green fruit are not running sustainable businesses and need to improve their returns. Business Renting cheaper than home ownership By JOHN HARTEVELT Renting is now 2½ times cheaper than buying a home and the best rental deals are in Christchurch, where rents are dropping - unlike many other NZ cities. Mortgage trusts safe option, says adviser By TINA LAW Mortgage trusts are generally seen as a safe investment because their lending is more secure, financial adviser Craig Myles says. KiwiSaver law change to remove conflict Labour Minister Trevor Mallard says KiwiSaver legislation will be altered to ensure there is no conflict with employment law when workers and bosses thrash out remuneration packages. Fund invests in commercial property By KRIS HALL Government-occupied offices in the capital could soon be generating income streams for KiwiSavers after a group of Nelson businessmen launched the first fund invested solely in commercial property. Dominion Post Woman dies after 'red flags' missed RUTH HILL Wellington Hospital emergency department has been criticised for failing to detect a deadly condition in a 72-year-old woman who visited the hospital four times in 10 days. Spotlight on secret donors TRACY WATKINS and MARTIN KAY Controversy over donations to NZ First by one of New Zealand's richest families has reignited debate about secret campaign funding. Law Lords to hear appeal on Wellington murders LATEST: Convicted double killer John Barlow was granted leave today to have an appeal heard by the Privy Council in London. Airline to charge fee for bags ROELAND van den BERGH Pacific Blue will become the first New Zealand airline to charge domestic passengers to check in their bags from September. Marlborough Express Action sought on housing Maike van der Heide and Rose Daly A ratepayers rebellion is being organised by a group of Blenheim residents who want a swift stop to large numbers of vineyard workers being moved into private houses. Beneficiary claims he has been `shafted' Cherie Howie A long-term Kaikoura beneficiary caught doing heavy outdoor work while claiming for a back injury says he has been "shafted by everyone" and will fight to clear his name. Pilots' House gets historic classification The Pilot's House near the mouth of the Wairau River has received top recognition by the New Zealand Historic Places Trust with a Category 1 registration. Manawatu Standard Petrol pumps off as Foxton BP winds up By KATIE CHAPMAN Foxton shoppers who cherish their discount fuel vouchers will now have to travel at least 20km to cash them in. Vandals cause holiday havoc at high school By JONATHON HOWE Freyberg High School staff members doubled as security guards during the school holidays to help quell a spate of vandalism. Young Feilding boy paralysed By JONATHON HOWE "Dad, I can't feel my legs." Developer to plead not guilty to charges Feilding developer Ken Thurston indicated not guilty pleas to charges of discharging effluent and exposing employees to harmful gas at Feilding District Court yesterday. The Nelson Mail Historians, poet feted By GEOFF COLLETT Nelson writers have shone at the country's most prestigious book awards. Rain-battered cliff over Rocks Rd under watch As another bout of heavy rain lashed the Nelson region Tuesday morning, Transit New Zealand was monitoring the stability of the cliff over Rocks Rd. Fuel draw part of spiritual drive Fuel for the soul and fuel for the car - both are on offer at Nelson's Destiny Church. Fresh queries over NZ First donations New Zealand First leader Winston Peters faces fresh scrutiny over whether at least $150,000 in donations from one of this country's wealthiest families ever reached his party's bank account. The Press Murderer granted Privy Council hearing Convicted double killer John Barlow was granted leave today to have an appeal heard by the Privy Council in London. Fans stick with Deans Robbie "Dingo" Deans will have plenty of support among Cantabrians on Saturday night, according to an online poll. Stewart trial unfair, says lawyer Millionaire convicted rapist Peter Stewart did not receive a fair trial and is the victim of a miscarriage of justice, the Court of Appeal has been told. He's back: Blackadder takes Crusaders job Tony Smith One of Canterbury rugby's favourite sons, Todd Blackadder, will coach the Crusaders next season. Southland Times Driver thanks divine intervention By JARED MORGAN Harjinder Dosanjh was thanking the gods yesterday after narrowly avoiding death in a crash on the outskirts of Invercargill. City pair humble global Goliath Heavy price for victory By EVAN HARDING and JARED MORGAN In true David-and-Goliath fashion, a small Southland company has taken on and beaten a global electronics corporate in a trademark dispute. Health fees may lift cost of dining By BEN HEATHER Dining out may be a little pricier from Friday, with restaurant owners saying any possible health inspection fee increases will be passed on to consumers. Taranaki Daily News Twister shreds milking shed By HARRIET PALMER harriet.palmer@tnl.co.nz A tornado ripped through a Coastal Taranaki farm yesterday, lifting roofs, flattening sheds and terrifying a mob of bobby calves. Gangs using web to recruit By LEIGHTON KEITH leighton.keith@tnl.co.nz Police say gangs are using the Internet to draw new blood into their ranks. Bertie counts blessings in barrier near-miss By LIZ ST GEORGE liz.stgeorge@tnl.co.nz A prominent New Plymouth publican is counting his blessings after nearly being hit by a falling wall in Devon St yesterday morning. Court hears man with an axe was raving in front of house The Hawera man who sparked an armed offenders squad callout last week appeared in the Hawera District Court yesterday charged with wilful damage and possession of an offensive weapon in public. Timaru Herald Traffic down as fuel costs bite The soaring price of fuel has seen Timaruvians think twice about taking their car out of the garage. Claire Haren reports. Flood of interest in clean heat loans Timaru residents' response to Environment Canterbury's 10-year interest-free loan scheme for clean heating and insulation has been instant with staff already fully booked to carry out assessments this week. New trust will dispense warmth While South Canterbury endures the depths of winter, the Cosy Home Trust has been launched for the financially stretched and freezing. Council won't waive fees Attempts to have fees for installing solar hot water units waived have failed. Auckland St Pat's costs overrun By JOCELYN REIN The cost of upgrading St Patrick’s Square has increased by more than $800,000 in the year since plans were approved. Gate may protect One Tree Hill By HEATHER McCRACKEN Graffiti, rubbish and violent attacks at One Tree Hill summit have prompted a plea to close the mountain to vehicles at night. Attacker preys on women By MELANIE VERRAN Women are being warned to be extra vigilant after two attacks and one indecent exposure in the eastern suburbs last week. Mob guy a 'peacemaker' By JANIE SMITH A Mongrel Mob member accused of intimidating a fellow Housing New Zealand tenant has spoken out against the allegation. Central North Island World Cup makes a visit to Rotorua By PHIL CAMPBELL Question: Which trophy weighs several kilograms, was made in Birmingham, is valued at $10,000 and will be targeted by dozens of nations later this year? Changes to public library by the book By PHIL CAMPBELL Changes to Rotorua Public Library, to include "quiet spaces", are scheduled to start later this year. P lab's discovery has unexpected consequence By PHIL CAMPBELL News of yet another P Lab operation bust may cause jaws to drop, but discovery of a lab two years ago has benefited Riding for the Disabled in Rotorua. Hawke's Bay The crooning coroner's new body of work BERNARD CARPINTER As a coroner, Morag McDowell deals with stories that have tragic endings. Cheque for creditors bounces MARTY SHARPE A Wellington property developer who owes more than $1.5 million and is trying to overturn a bankruptcy ruling handed a cheque to pay creditors - only to have it bounce. Getting tough on zinc pollution Concern over pollution in a popular Napier recreation spot has spurred Hawke's Bay Regional Council to bring in tougher stormwater controls. Hawke's Bay gets morning shake-up call A small earthquake shook Hastings this morning. Northland E. coli shocks family By LAURENNE BLACKBURN Water test results have left a Te Kopuru family in shock after E. coli bacteria was discovered in their drinking water. Carter wants to end Middle-East conflict A discussion on ways to resolve conflict in the Middle East will be led by Northland MP John Carter. Dehumidifier ruled out of deadly fire A dehumidifier believed to have caused the fire that cost Northland woman Winifred Coxshall her life has been cleared by specialists at government agency, Energy Safety. Whale sighting right rare Rare sightings of southern right whales in Northland coastal waters have prompted fresh calls for the public to look out for the nationally endangered whale. 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