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ER Report: A Roundup of Significant Articles on EveningReport.nz for December 31, 2025
ER Report: Here is a summary of significant articles published on EveningReport.nz on December 31, 2025.
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F1 Racing Bulls boss praises Liam Lawson
Source: Radio New Zealand Liam Lawson of New Zealand RUDY CAREZZEVOLI / AFP The Racing Bulls boss has some encouraging words for New Zealand driver Liam Lawson. Lawson is on a break after completing his first full season in Formula 1 which presented him with many challenges. Lawson was demoted from Red Bull to junior ... <a title="F1 Racing Bulls boss praises Liam Lawson" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/f1-racing-bulls-boss-praises-liam-lawson/" aria-label="Read more about F1 Racing Bulls boss praises Liam Lawson">Read more</a>
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Northland hero Gordon Pengelly recounts his rescue after yacht capsizes
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied A Northland man who took his small boat into dangerous seas to rescue a yacht skipper says the conditions were “pretty hairy” and that his own vessel could easily have capsize too. The police were called to the incident near Elizabeth Reef at around 5:10pm on Tuesday. Coastguard National Operations ... <a title="Northland hero Gordon Pengelly recounts his rescue after yacht capsizes" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/northland-hero-gordon-pengelly-recounts-his-rescue-after-yacht-capsizes/" aria-label="Read more about Northland hero Gordon Pengelly recounts his rescue after yacht capsizes">Read more</a>
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Nominations open for new election in Papatoetoe subdivision
Source: Radio New Zealand An Auckland judge had upheld a petition in the Manukau District Court calling for a judicial inquiry following allegations of fraud in an Auckland local body election RNZ / Liu Chen Nominations are open for a new election in an Auckland local body after previous results have been voided by a ... <a title="Nominations open for new election in Papatoetoe subdivision" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/nominations-open-for-new-election-in-papatoetoe-subdivision/" aria-label="Read more about Nominations open for new election in Papatoetoe subdivision">Read more</a>
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SH1 bridge blocked in Canterbury after crash
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Patrice Allen The Rakaia Bridge at State Highway 1 in Canterbury is blocked following a crash. Emergency services were called to the crash involving a truck and a car about 12.40pm. Police said no injuries had been reported. “The bridge is expected to be blocked for sometime while emergency ... <a title="SH1 bridge blocked in Canterbury after crash" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/sh1-bridge-blocked-in-canterbury-after-crash/" aria-label="Read more about SH1 bridge blocked in Canterbury after crash">Read more</a>
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ManageMyHealth investigating possible cyber breach
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied The personal health portal ManageMyHealth is investigating reports of a cyber breach. The service connects patients with clinicians and allows people to access their medical records. ManageMyHealth said it was aware of claims that had been made online of a cyber breach and was working with its partners and the ... <a title="ManageMyHealth investigating possible cyber breach" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/managemyhealth-investigating-possible-cyber-breach/" aria-label="Read more about ManageMyHealth investigating possible cyber breach">Read more</a>
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Can the ‘Scandinavian sleep method’ help couples find peace?
Source: Radio New Zealand It begins with two people, one blanket, and two very different ideas of what’s a comfortable sleeping temperature. By midnight, one partner is hot and sweaty while the other is freezing. Sounds familiar? You’re not alone. It’s no wonder many couples are curious about the “Scandinavian sleep method”, which is having ... <a title="Can the ‘Scandinavian sleep method’ help couples find peace?" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/can-the-scandinavian-sleep-method-help-couples-find-peace/" aria-label="Read more about Can the ‘Scandinavian sleep method’ help couples find peace?">Read more</a>
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Max Verstappen named top driver of the year
Source: Radio New Zealand Red Bull F1 driver Max Verstappen. PHOTOSPORT Max Verstappen may have been beaten for the Formula 1 title this year but he has been voted the top driver of the year by his peers. The Dutchman came up just short in his quest for a fifth successive world title, finishing two ... <a title="Max Verstappen named top driver of the year" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/max-verstappen-named-top-driver-of-the-year/" aria-label="Read more about Max Verstappen named top driver of the year">Read more</a>
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Authorities urge violence-free night in Auckland, New Year’s events cancelled elsewhere
Source: Radio New Zealand An Auckland councillor is urging calm as revellers prepare to ring in the 2026 new year. AFP / NurPhoto An Auckland councillor is urging calm on the city’s streets as well as in homes on Wednesday evening as revellers prepare to ring in the 2026 new year. It comes after two ... <a title="Authorities urge violence-free night in Auckland, New Year’s events cancelled elsewhere" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/authorities-urge-violence-free-night-in-auckland-new-years-events-cancelled-elsewhere/" aria-label="Read more about Authorities urge violence-free night in Auckland, New Year’s events cancelled elsewhere">Read more</a>
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Auckland to Perth flight diverted after person dies
Source: Radio New Zealand The Qantas flight was going from Auckland to Perth. Nicolas Economou / NurPhoto via AFP A person has died after a medical incident on a Qantas flight from Auckland to Perth Tuesday. The flight was diverted to Sydney due to the incident and emergency services were provided. New South Wales police ... <a title="Auckland to Perth flight diverted after person dies" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/auckland-to-perth-flight-diverted-after-person-dies/" aria-label="Read more about Auckland to Perth flight diverted after person dies">Read more</a>
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One dead after crash near Ohau Point
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Marika Khabazi One person has died after a crash this morning on State Highway 1 north of Kaikōura. The death brings the road toll over the Christmas holiday period to a provisional total of four. The section of the road near Ohau Point is blocked after the two-vehicle crash ... <a title="One dead after crash near Ohau Point" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/one-dead-after-crash-near-ohau-point/" aria-label="Read more about One dead after crash near Ohau Point">Read more</a>
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‘Princess Bride’ star’s emotional tribute to Rob Reiner
Source: Radio New Zealand The star of one of Rob Reiner’s most celebrated films, The Princess Bride, has posted a lengthy and loving tribute to the director and his wife, more than two weeks after they were found dead, saying he “can finally put my grief into words.” Cary Elwes shared footage of the filming ... <a title="‘Princess Bride’ star’s emotional tribute to Rob Reiner" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2025/12/31/princess-bride-stars-emotional-tribute-to-rob-reiner/" aria-label="Read more about ‘Princess Bride’ star’s emotional tribute to Rob Reiner">Read more</a>