Articles from ‘elocal magazine’

This article examines claims surrounding the later-life research of inventor Nikola Tesla and explores theories that Tesla believed ancient and pre-industrial architecture may have incorporated technologies related to energy collection and distribution. The article draws heavily on research attributed to The Omitted Century US and discusses alleged archival material, correspondence, and unpublished claims relating to Tesla's final years. …

Food safety authorities have launched an official investigation into allegations that supplement retailer NZ Muscle may have breached food safety regulations, following a series of claims that have gained widespread attention online. · New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS) confirmed it is investigating allegations arising from a recently released YouTube video that detailed a range of concerns about the company's practices. Report by elocal · Acting…

An Auckland police officer facing charges relating to the alleged possession of objectionable material has now been publicly identified after appearing before the Manukau District Court. · The officer, Matthew Rogers, appeared in court after previously having interim name suppression. The charges allege offending occurred between August 2023 and October 2025 and carry a maximum penalty of 10 years' imprisonment and a fine of up to $50,000 if…

The Government has announced it will make New Zealand's Community Organisation Refugee Sponsorship programme permanent, while significantly expanding the role community organisations play in helping refugees settle into life in New Zealand. Report by elocal · The programme, which was first piloted in 2018 and later extended twice, currently supports around 50 refugees annually. Approved community organisations assist refugees with housing,…

What if World War I was not primarily about alliances, nationalism or the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand? Report by eLocal · According to independent researcher and journalist Ali McFarlane of alimcforever.com, the true forces behind the First World War were industrial chemistry, strategic resources, economic survival and the control of critical supply chains. · In a detailed presentation titled "The Real History of War – The Truth…

The Free Speech Union rejects comments made by Brian Tamaki calling for New Zealand to be "purged" of Hindus, Sikhs, and Muslims, and suggesting retaliatory attacks on mosques and temples. "These remarks are divisive and inflammatory and run contrary to the principles of a free and pluralistic society," says Free Speech Union CEO Jillaine Heather. · "One of the core principles of a liberal democracy is that people are judged by their own…

Kiwibank economists are warning that New Zealand's improving economic recovery faces a fresh challenge as conflict in the Middle East threatens global oil supplies and increases uncertainty for businesses and consumers. Report by elocal · In its latest weekly commentary, Kiwibank says financial markets appear surprisingly calm despite a rapidly deteriorating geopolitical situation, with oil prices remaining near US$80 a barrel even as…

Christopher Luxon's latest KiwiSaver announcement is being promoted as a plan to help New Zealanders build wealth and retire with greater financial security. On the surface, it sounds sensible. Who wouldn't want larger retirement savings? Who wouldn't want greater financial independence in later life? · But beneath the headlines sits a deeper question that politicians rarely ask: · At what point does encouragement become compulsion? · And…

A Hastings man who attended an 18th birthday celebration with family and friends was fatally stabbed after a neighbourhood dispute escalated into violence, according to court documents released following a guilty plea to murder. Report by elocal · Kereama Rewita, 30, admitted murdering Keith Pati, 33, in Hastings on 16 February 2025. Details of the fatal attack have now been made public following the release of a summary of facts from the High…

Former National Party minister Andrew Bayly has confirmed he will not seek re-election at this year's general election, bringing to a close a parliamentary career that began more than a decade ago. Report by elocal · Bayly told RNZ during National's annual conference in Wellington that he had informed the party some time ago that he would not be pursuing a list position, ending speculation that he might remain in Parliament despite previously…