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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The 44-year-old Auckland woman appeared in Auckland District Court. Finn Blackwell / RNZ A woman accused of defrauding a man out of more than half a million-dollars in an alleged 18-year romance scam has appeared in court for the first time today. The 44-year-old Auckland woman was arrested last week after ... <a title="Auckland woman appears in court for alleged 18-year elaborate romance scam" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/auckland-woman-appears-in-court-for-alleged-18-year-elaborate-romance-scam/" aria-label="Read more about Auckland woman appears in court for alleged 18-year elaborate romance scam">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Kiwi folk singer Marlon Williams has announced he will be taking a break from performing “for a wee while”. “For nearly 20 years I’ve explored both the physical and musical world in the company of incredible musicians, songwriters and friends and it’s been an absolute pleasure. “The catch with it is ... <a title="Marlon Williams announces he’s taking a break from music" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/marlon-williams-announces-hes-taking-a-break-from-music/" aria-label="Read more about Marlon Williams announces he’s taking a break from music">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand A High Court judge in Auckland has reserved her decision on whether to overturn a District Court ruling that voided the outcome of the 2025 local body election in Papatoetoe. The petition had been filed by the Papatoetoe Ōtara Action Team, which won all four seats on the Local Board subdivision. ... <a title="Judge deciding whether to overturn Papatoetoe election ruling" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/judge-deciding-whether-to-overturn-papatoetoe-election-ruling/" aria-label="Read more about Judge deciding whether to overturn Papatoetoe election ruling">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand A new streaming service will launch in New Zealand this year – HBO Max – with Sky TV confirming the end of its deal with the major programme provider. The HBO Max direct-to-consumer streaming service will be available mid-2026, Warner Bros. Discovery announced on Tuesday. Details about subscriptions and pricing will ... <a title="A new major streaming service is coming to New Zealand" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/a-new-major-streaming-service-is-coming-to-new-zealand/" aria-label="Read more about A new major streaming service is coming to New Zealand">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Follow our liveblog above. The storm that caused widespread flooding and wind damage in the North Island has moved south, with Banks Peninsula to bear the brunt. A Local State of Emergency has been declared for Banks Peninsula. Christchurch’s Heathcote River has breached its banks. Part of SH75, the main road ... <a title="Live weather: Akaroa on Banks Peninsula will remain cut off overnight due to flooding, slips" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/live-weather-akaroa-on-banks-peninsula-will-remain-cut-off-overnight-due-to-flooding-slips/" aria-label="Read more about Live weather: Akaroa on Banks Peninsula will remain cut off overnight due to flooding, slips">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Kim Baker Wilson A local said there had been multiple complaints about dogs roaming in the area and chasing people before the death of a woman in Kaihu, Northland. Emergency services were called to the property on State Highway 12 at 11.25am on Tuesday. Upon arrival, police found a ... <a title="Multiple complaints before woman mauled to death by dogs at house in Kaihu, Northland" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/multiple-complaints-before-woman-mauled-to-death-by-dogs-at-house-in-kaihu-northland/" aria-label="Read more about Multiple complaints before woman mauled to death by dogs at house in Kaihu, Northland">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand What the gold coins and silver bars look like. Police / supplied Police are seeking the public’s help in solving a “high-value burglary” in West Auckland. A “significant amount of silver and gold” was stolen from a home in Swanson sometime between 14 and 27 January, including one-ounce (28.3g) gold coins ... <a title="Gold coins and silver bars stolen from West Auckland home" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/gold-coins-and-silver-bars-stolen-from-west-auckland-home/" aria-label="Read more about Gold coins and silver bars stolen from West Auckland home">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Tom Kitchin The government is seeking advice on whether to bring in a toll on the existing Auckland Harbour Bridge, to help pay for a second Waitematā Harbour crossing. The Infrastructure Commission has suggested a toll as high as $9, a figure the Transport Minister says would be a “big decision” ... <a title="Government considers $9 Auckland Harbour Bridge toll to help pay for second crossing" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/government-considers-9-auckland-harbour-bridge-toll-to-help-pay-for-second-crossing/" aria-label="Read more about Government considers $9 Auckland Harbour Bridge toll to help pay for second crossing">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand Moa Point Wastewater Plant RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Wellington Water estimates around 3 million litres of untreated, unscreened wastewater has been discharged into the sea in the last 24 hours. On 4 February the Moa Point Wastewater Plant failed, sending millions of litres of raw sewage into Cook Strait every day. ... <a title="Moa Point: 3 million litres of untreated wastewater released in 24 hours" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/moa-point-3-million-litres-of-untreated-wastewater-released-in-24-hours/" aria-label="Read more about Moa Point: 3 million litres of untreated wastewater released in 24 hours">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
RNZ Pacific The Indonesian government has dismissed a claim that its military has been bombing villages in West Papua. The United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) claims a makeshift refugee camp in Puncak regency was bombed, and that many villagers have been displaced. ULMWP president Benny Wenda said the Air Force had “relentlessly attacked ... <a title="Confusion over West Papua bombing, displacement claims" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/confusion-over-west-papua-bombing-displacement-claims/" aria-label="Read more about Confusion over West Papua bombing, displacement claims">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Rural contractors say new road rules for agricultural machinery are nowhere to be seen, and in the meantime contractors are still being stung with fines. To operate tractors or heavy machinery like harvesters on roads, drivers must get a permit. But the rules are “outdated” and not keeping up with ... <a title="Farmers want the government to hurry up with new road rules for agricultural machinery" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/farmers-want-the-government-to-hurry-up-with-new-road-rules-for-agricultural-machinery/" aria-label="Read more about Farmers want the government to hurry up with new road rules for agricultural machinery">Read more</a>
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February 17, 2026
Source: Radio New Zealand The New Zealand Black Sox will fight for their eighth title at the WBSC Mens Softball World Cup. WBSC For a sport that rarely commands the national spotlight, the New Zealand Black Sox say being recognised on one of the biggest sporting nights in Aotearoa is a huge moment, not just ... <a title="Black Sox say Halberg recognition a boost for softball and next generation" class="read-more" href="https://eveningreport.nz/2026/02/17/black-sox-say-halberg-recognition-a-boost-for-softball-and-next-generation/" aria-label="Read more about Black Sox say Halberg recognition a boost for softball and next generation">Read more</a>
