New Zealand’s Reputation “Vulnerable” after Lake Waikaremoana Bridge Collapses, 4 French Tourists Injured – Updated with Video

Four French tourists were fortunate to escape serious injury when the Hopu Ruahine bridge on the Lake Waikaremoana Track collapsed beneath them on 3 September. The group sustained injuries after they plunged 8.5 metres when the Waikaremoana Track Bridge gave way. For an update to this story on 9 Oct 2015 click here The bridge…

Armed Man Shot in Motueka

Police have shot an armed man in the South Island township of Motueka, whom they say pointed a firearm at them. The dust had barely settled on yesterday’s massive manhunt in the North Island, when New Zealand police were required to deal with another armed offender this afternoon. The man was critically injured in Wharepapa…