NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, July 6, 2026

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Monday, July 6, 2026 <!--mynz:youtube-chapters--> {"v":1,"chapters":[{"timeSeconds":2,"label":"Heavy rain causes flooding in Eastern Otago","summary":"Heavy rain and slips are affecting parts of Eastern Otago, including Dunedin. An emergency was declared in Mosgiel after significant surface flooding, leading to evacuations."},{"timeSeconds":29,"label":"New Zealand First's voting policy explained","summary":"New Zealand First's policy to restrict voting to citizens only is being discussed. They argue this aligns with the Bill of Rights and that voting should be a privilege for those who have sworn allegiance to New Zealand."},{"timeSeconds":57,"label":"Export NZ seeks trade expansion commitment","summary":"Export NZ is hoping other parties will commit to expanding trade deals. They aim to secure seven new deals in five years if re-elected, including with Brazil, Switzerland, Argentina, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Uruguay, and the European Free Trade Association."},{"timeSeconds":124,"label":"SPCA praises domestic violence protection measures","summary":"The SPCA is praising new measures to protect pets from being used as a tool for coercion in domestic violence cases. These measures aim to criminalize the use of animals in such situations."},{"timeSeconds":149,"label":"Easing oil prices boost NZ economic outlook","summary":"New Zealand's economic outlook is improving due to easing oil prices. This has reduced the risk of prolonged inflation shocks and is helping to put the country's recovery on a firmer footing."},{"timeSeconds":218,"label":"Venezuela earthquake death toll rises","summary":"The death toll from twin earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to almost 3000. Search and rescue efforts continue for survivors amidst the widespread destruction."},{"timeSeconds":234,"label":"Christchurch Marathon course changes","summary":"The Christchurch Marathon is changing its course for next year. The race, which previously ran over four laps of the CBD, will now switch to a two-lap course, extending further east."}]} <!--/mynz:youtube-chapters-->