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No significant issues following gang-related gathering, Tairāwhiti

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Source: New Zealand Police

Please attribute to Inspector Gwynne Pennell, Eastern District Deployment Manager:

Police are pleased to report no significant issues in relation to the behaviour of those who attended a planned gang-related gathering in this weekend.

Additional Police staff were brought in from around the Eastern district to allow an increased Police presence for the duration of this event.

We were disappointed with seven people who recorded excess breath alcohol results over the weekend, with some of those results being recorded before midday.

Police continue to ask the public to report any illegal or dangerous activity by calling 111 if it is happening now, or via 105 if it is after the fact.

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Fatal crash, Newbury

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Source: New Zealand Police

One person has died after a single-vehicle crash on Hansens Line, Newbury, Manawatū.

The crash was reported to emergency services about 9am, having occurred some time overnight.

The sole occupant was found deceased.

The Serious Crash Unit has examed the scene, and the road has now reopened.

Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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China Telecom Global Showcases at the 10th Belt and Road Summit, Paving the Way for a Smarter Silk Road Future

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Source: Media Outreach

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 September 2025 – The 10th Belt and Road Summit was successfully held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from September 10 to 11, 2025. China Telecom Global Limited (hereinafter referred to as “China Telecom Global”) made a strong appearance under the theme “Empowering the New Silk Road via AI for Good.” The company spotlighted three key areas—its OneGrowth Global Partnership Program, AI global capabilities, and AI applications. Through flagship case studies, interactive showcases, and live demonstrations, China Telecom systematically presented its cloud-network-intelligence infrastructure and AI innovations along the Belt and Road. This highlighted its comprehensive strength and firm commitment to driving regional cooperation and development through digital technologies.

On the opening day, Ms. Wu Ting, Director of AI Business at China Telecom Global, delivered a keynote speech titled “A Smarter Silk Road Future: China Telecom Global’s Global AI Capability Blueprint.” Her presentation provided an in-depth overview of China Telecom’s AI framework and capabilities, unveiling a series of innovative achievements and practical applications. These included cutting-edge solutions such as the OneTouch AI Training-Inference Integrated Machine, the AIGC Security Protection System, and the Xingchen Intelligent Agent Platform. Together, these offerings underscored the company’s leadership in AI research, development, and industrial applications.

Drawing on multiple real-world cases, Ms. Wu also shared how China Telecom leverages its strengths in building international digital infrastructure and delivering intelligent solutions that empower enterprises to expand globally.

At this year’s exhibition, China Telecom Global showcased multiple interactive highlights centered around its OneGrowth Global Partnership Program and AI global capabilities, offering a comprehensive presentation of its strengths in “AI+” technologies and ecosystem collaboration.

AI Empowerment, Joint Innovation, Global Cooperation for a New Digital Ecosystem

Within the OneGrowth Global Partnership Program segment, China Telecom Global highlighted the three major ecosystem directions introduced in June 2025 under the program. Guided by its four core principles—co-creation, co-sharing, co-governance, and win-win collaboration—the company outlined three focus areas: “AI + Digital Intelligence Enablement,” “AI + Ubiquitous Mobility,” and “AI + Innovative Services.”

AI + Digital Intelligence Enablement: Establishing a global intelligent computing scheduling platform that integrates intelligent and general computing services, while jointly developing scenario-based digital intelligence enablement platforms with partners.

AI + Ubiquitous Mobility: Leveraging its multidimensional communications network—spanning land, sea, air, and space—for ubiquitous connectivity, the company is working with global partners in key areas such as 5G, satellite communications, and the Internet of Vehicles.

AI + Innovative Services: Showcasing ecosystem collaboration in visual networking through the Tianyi International Visual Networking Platform, a cross-border platform that integrates capabilities across AI algorithms, devices, cloud services, and applications. This provides customers with one-stop services tailored to diverse business needs.

In the AI Global Capabilities segment, China Telecom Global not only showcased its global digital infrastructure—including a resource network of 53 submarine cables, 251 international points of presence, and 15 overseas intelligent computing centers—but also emphasized the capabilities of its two flagship computing hubs: the Tseung Kwan O Intelligent Computing Center in Hong Kong and the Jakarta Intelligent Computing Center in Indonesia. These highlighted the company’s core strengths in strengthening the foundation of the “Digital Silk Road” and enabling regional enterprise transformation.

China Telecom Global also presented a portfolio of AI solutions and benchmark cases, such as 5GC scenario applications and low-altitude economy service systems. Real-world examples—including Chinese automotive manufacturers expanding into Europe and global operations by gaming companies—demonstrated the company’s tangible achievements along the Belt and Road, underscoring its leadership in driving industry digitalization and supporting enterprises in going global.

Meanwhile, the AI interactive experience and showcase area attracted strong engagement, featuring projects such as AI-powered Opera Face-Changing, 5GC Robotic Dogs, and the Tianshu Drone. These interactive demonstrations vividly combined traditional culture with cutting-edge technologies, reflecting China Telecom Global’s innovative expertise across 5G, artificial intelligence, IoT, and the emerging low-altitude economy, while drawing enthusiastic participation from attendees.

During the exhibition, China Telecom Global engaged in in-depth discussions with customers and partners from around the world to explore new opportunities for digital economy development under the Belt and Road Initiative. Looking ahead, the company will continue to leverage its advantages in cloud-network resources, AI technologies, and global service capabilities to deliver efficient and reliable digital solutions, advancing the construction of the Digital Silk Road to new heights.

Through its participation in the summit, China Telecom Global demonstrated its strong capabilities in resource integration, technological innovation, and ecosystem collaboration as a world-class provider of digital intelligence services—reinforcing its unwavering commitment to empowering high-quality Belt and Road development through technological innovation and building a smarter future together.

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Serious crash, Newbury

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Source: New Zealand Police


District:

Central

Emergency services are at the scene of a serious single-vehicle crash on Hansens Line, Newbury, Manawatū. 

Police were called about 9am. 

The road is closed, and motorists are advised to avoid the area. 

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Reminder: Prep and check before heading outdoors

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Source: New Zealand Police

Police are reminding anyone heading into the great outdoors this spring to be prepared, after a group of young adults was rescued in Middlemarch last night.

The group of five set out on a tramp to a hut late yesterday afternoon, despite extremely poor weather in the area.

They soon got into difficulty due to the conditions and became lost. Fortunately, they were able to get cellphone reception about 7.30pm to call for help.

Police Search and Rescue and local farmers were able to reach the group and walk them out.

“The group was not prepared for the conditions, which included snow, rain and gale force winds,” says Senior Sergeant Blair Dalton.

“They did not have adequate clothing or supplies, and they were not experienced trampers.

“They are extremely fortunate that they were able to call for help in an area with notoriously patchy cellphone coverage.

“If they hadn’t been able to call for help, we may have been dealing with a tragic situation today.”

Senior Sergeant Dalton says this is a timely reminder to be prepared if you are heading outdoors.

“Spring weather is often unpredictable, and can still be cold and inhospitable.

“Any time you head out on a tramp, no matter what time of year, you need to take basic steps to ensure your safety.

“These include taking adequate clothing, food and shelter, and ensuring you have two forms of communication on you – preferably one of them being a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB).

Plan your trip and make sure you tell someone where you are going.

“And most importantly, check the weather before you leave, and if it’s not looking good – don’t risk it. Poor conditions can cost you your life.

“We want everyone heading out to be prepared and come home safely.”

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Coastline Wealth Management’s Garrett Taylor Named a Top New York Best-in-State Wealth Advisor

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Source: Media Outreach

LONG ISLAND, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 September 2025 – Garrett Taylor, CRPC®, Founder and Managing Partner of Coastline Wealth Management, has earned a place on Forbes’ 2025 Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list, ranking #40 in New York. He was named one of Long Island Business News’ Most Influential Long Islanders in Banking and Finance.

These two recognitions reflect Garrett’s consistent track record of helping clients and advisors grow with purpose. The Long Island Business News feature, published on April 18, outlines Garrett’s leadership and the positive impact he’s had across the financial space.

Garrett started Coastline Wealth Management in 2012. Since then, the firm has grown to manage over $4.2 billion in assets and now supports more than 7,000 client accounts. This growth has come from steady momentum and several business acquisitions. Today, Coastline works with advisors to help them shift their practices with care and confidence.

Garrett has received several honors in the past, including recognition on Forbes’ Next-Gen Advisor lists and InvestmentNews’ 40 Under 40. He’s also been featured in earlier Long Island Business News awards for leadership. Beyond his work, he supports Make-A-Wish of Suffolk County and co-founded the Long Island chapter of the Entrepreneur Organization (EO).

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Coastline Wealth Management

Coastline Wealth Management, founded in 2012, is a Long Island, NY-based independent wealth management platform with over $4.2 billion of assets under management/advisement. Coastline services over 7,000 client accounts primarily across the East Coast of the United States. The Company, whose core focus is servicing its client base, has grown by a series of acquisitions as it continues to build its industry-leading, technology-enabled platform. Coastline continues to be a leading consolidator in the wealth management industry and is actively pursuing additional wealth advisor acquisitions (~$50MM to $500MM in assets) as part of its core growth story. By focusing on maximizing the value of advisory practices, Coastline empowers advisors to create sustainable, long-term strategies for transitioning their businesses, ensuring both financial stability and continuity for their clients. Its expertise in navigating the complexities of succession planning enables advisors to secure their legacy while optimizing growth potential, ultimately fostering a seamless transition that benefits all stakeholders involved.

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COOFANDY, EKOUAER, and Zeagoo Announce Participation in Oktoberfest 2025 with Joint Pop-Up Event at Substanz Club

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Source: Media Outreach

MUNICH, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 September 2025 – COOFANDY,EKOUAER, and Zeagoo are excited to announce their participation in the 2025 Munich Oktoberfest, alongside a special offline pop-up event in partnership with Substanz Club, one of the city’s most iconic music bars. The event will take place from September 20 to 22 at Substanz Club, located just 700 meters from the main festival grounds. Centered around the theme “More Beer, More Bold, More You!”, the collaboration blends traditional festival spirit with modern fashion culture.

This collaboration marks the brands’ first appearance at a globally renowned cultural event and underscores their collective focus on delivering immersive, high-impact experiences that connect fashion with local culture and community. By embedding their presence within a setting that blends tradition with global visibility, COOFANDY, EKOUAER, and Zeagoo seek to strengthen their footprint in the European market and explore new expressions of fashion within the context of cultural celebration.

Three Brands, Three Immersive Zones
Three distinct brand zones offer playful, hands-on experiences that bring each identity to life.

  • COOFANDY: Guests take on a stylish spin on the Oktoberfest “Masskrug” lift, snap retro-inspired photos, and receive swag including 400 canvas bags, 1,200 intro cards, and 150 hats (50/day).
  • EKOUAER: The “Blind Touch Challenge” highlights signature soft fabrics in a cozy, festive setting, with 400 bags, 1,200 cards, and 90 eye masks (30/day).
  • Zeagoo: Visitors style a festival outfit in 30 seconds and pose in a selfie frame to win 400 bags, 1,200 cards, and 100 gift boxes (33/day).

Over 3,600 branded gifts will be distributed during the three-day event—leaving guests with lasting, shareable impressions.

From Street Style to Screen Share: A Connected Brand Experience
Influencers will join the Substanz Club activation, sharing real-time content with hashtags like #BeerFashionClash, #Oktoberfit, and #MünchenStyle to drive engagement and visibility.

From Sept 10 to Oct 10, COOFANDY, EKOUAER, and Zeagoo are offering 15–20% off select items on Amazon Germany and UK—bridging the in-person experience with online reach.

Select hero products from each brand will be featured as part of the promotion, combining festive flair with comfort and style—perfect for Oktoberfest.

From COOFANDY, the Men’s Stretch Slip-On Jeans offer all-day comfort with an elastic waistband and rugged design—ideal for festival fun and casual outings. The Knitted Short-Sleeve Turtleneck Shirt adds a modern edge to traditional looks, great for layering or standing out in the beer tent.

EKOUAER brings cozy essentials like the Women’s Long-Sleeved Thermal Tops, perfect for layering during crisp Oktoberfest mornings. The V-Neck Button-Down Nightdress offers soft comfort and relaxed style, ideal for winding down after a full day of celebration.

Zeagoo channels Bavarian charm with the Lace Dirndl Blouse with Half Sleeves, featuring floral lace and pearl buttons for a classic festival look. The Short-Sleeve V-Neck Dirndl Blouse combines vintage embroidery with a flattering fit—perfect for both Oktoberfest and everyday styling.

Looking Ahead

Through immersive, shareable moments, COOFANDY, EKOUAER, and Zeagoo brought their values to life in meaningful, memorable ways. Moving forward, they’ll continue investing in cross-cultural storytelling, experiential retail, and digitally connected campaigns that deepen engagement across borders and platforms.

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Auckland CBD protest: Update 5

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Source: New Zealand Police

Protestors have now left Victoria Park.

Police thank organisers and participants for heeding advice on the change of route for the day, to keep participants safe, and for creating a peaceful event on the day.

There were no incidents of note.

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Firearm, drugs found in vehicle stop, Queenstown

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Source: New Zealand Police

A 30-year-old man faces a range of charges after Police seized a modified firearm, cocaine, and shotgun shells from a vehicle in Queenstown.

About 4:30am yesterday, Police stopped a suspicious vehicle on Suburb Street.

During the search, Police uncovered a sawn-off shotgun, eight shotgun cartridges, rifle ammunition and a substantial amount of cocaine. A large quantity of small plastic bags and a set of electronic scales was also seized.

“Illegal firearms have no place in our community,” says Otago Lakes Central Area Commander Inspector Paula Enoka.

“Taking weapons and drugs off Queenstown streets makes everyone in our town safer.

“Our message is clear – drug dealing, and the harm that comes with it, isn’t welcome here.”

The arrested man is due to appear in Queenstown District Court on 20 October.

He is charged with unlawful possession of cocaine, unlawful possession of a firearm and unlawful possession of a firearm in a public place.

“Police will continue to focus on disrupting the supply of drugs and hold to account those who are financially gaining through this harm,” says Inspector Enoka.

If you have concerns about illegal drug use in your community, please call 111 if there is an immediate risk to safety, or make a report via 105.

You can also anonymously report information to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

Police work alongside partner agencies to help people affected by addiction get the help they need.

People are able to get support by calling free and confidential services, such as:
• Alcohol and Drug Helpline: 0800 787 797
• Narcotics Anonymous: NZ 0800 628 632
• 1737 – free text/phone to speak with a trained councillor
• Youthline: 0800 376 633

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Auckland CBD protest: Update 4

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Source: New Zealand Police

Protesters have arrived at Victoria Park as part of the protest activity taking place in central Auckland today.

Police estimate 20,000 people participated in protest activity today.

A number of protesters have started dispersing from Victoria Park, and Police will continue to monitor those who remain gathered in the park.

Roads are now reopening across the route.

There are no issues to report.

Police acknowledge the public for understanding with disruptions this morning.

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Jarred Williamson/NZ Police

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