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Locals win fight against proposed Te Anau floating sauna
Source: Radio New Zealand Renders of the proposed floating sauna on Lake Henry, looking north. Supplied / Southland District Council A proposal to run a floating sauna in a popular...
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Speech to The New Zealand Institute of International Affairs – International Trade in Troubled Times
Source: New Zealand Government Good evening, everyone. Thank you to the New Zealand Institute of International Affairs for the invitation to deliver this year’s annual lecture. It’s a pleasure to...
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Securing New Zealand’s future in a more volatile world
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon today outlined the need to secure New Zealand’s future in an increasingly volatile world, focusing on economic resilience, energy security, defence, international...
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Over four children killed or injured on average a day during the ‘so- called’ ceasefire in Lebanon – Save the Children
Source: Save the Children More than four children have been killed or injured every day on average in Lebanon in the first 25 days of a temporary ceasefire with families still...
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Are small-scale community raffles legal?
Source: Radio New Zealand There are a number of rules about the legality of raffles. (File photo) 123RF Raffles have long been a popular way to fundraise, but some of...
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Whakatane’s mission to restore a ‘national treasure’ with little funds
Source: Radio New Zealand A view from Nga Tapuwae o Toi walkway. Supplied Whakatane council is looking to restore a walk that is said to capture the essence of the...
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Fires, unruly passengers and prams play part in lengthy CRL testing
Source: Radio New Zealand The Karanga-a-Hape underground station will house the longest escalator in New Zealand, at 40 metres long Supplied: CRL The Auckland City Rail Link (CRL) is undertaking...
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Wellington street closed after cyclist trapped under car
Source: Radio New Zealand s] The cyclist has since been freed and taken to hospital with serious injuries. RNZ / REECE BAKER Glenmore Street in central Wellington is closed after...
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University Research – Are Pacific children facing too much heat? – UoA
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) The impacts of climate change on children in Sāmoa are under the spotlight in a new research project. The study will examine the effects of...
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Housing Market – Ownership hold periods at historic highs as property market downturn stretches into fifth year – Cotality
Source: Cotality New Zealand homeowners are holding properties for near-record periods as the country’s prolonged housing downturn continues to impact the ‘pain and gain’ of resale outcomes. Cotality NZ’s Pain...
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Fire and Emergency reinforces public safety messages and updates on emergency response arrangements
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is reminding the public to take care during a strike by the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) from 4.30...
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Strong ‘buyer’s market’ is working against anyone trying to sell an apartment
Source: Radio New Zealand Across the country, 12.2 percent of sales in the first quarter of this year were for less than the sellers had paid for them. RNZ /...
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Rescuers told to wait as man and dogs stranded in middle of flooded Canterbury river
Source: Radio New Zealand The stranded ute in the Waimakariri River. Supplied / Coastguard NZ Rescuers were told to hold back for more than an hour from saving a man...
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Tom Butland’s comeback year ends on surfing’s biggest stage
Source: Radio New Zealand Tom Butland is one of three New Zealanders that will line up in the World Surf League event in Raglan this week. PhotoCPL / Supplied /...
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Ant International Highlights Democratising AI and Strengthening Trust in 2025 Sustainability Report
Source: Media Outreach With the inclusion principle integrated into main innovation projects, Ant International now links 2 bn user accounts with 150 mn merchants through multi-layered partnerships, provides global account...
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Warriors star Luke Metcalf given permission to explore options with other NRL clubs
Source: Radio New Zealand Luke Metcalf Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz The Warriors have given star Luke Metcalf permission to talk to other clubs for next season, as they try to sort through...
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NZ lamb exporters at risk of President Trump imposing new tariffs – Trade Minister
Source: Radio New Zealand Trade Minister Todd McClay says a US investigation into lamb is likely. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Trade Minister Todd McClay said he was expecting the United...
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Police emergency calltakers will take fire calls during strike action
Source: Radio New Zealand Police emergency calltakers would take calls but transfer them to fire leaders not on strike. (File photo) 123rf Police 111 calltakers are stepping in to take...
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“Shocking abuse of power” – Greenpeace slams Govt’s climate law change
Source: Greenpeace The government has announced plans to pass a law retrospectively preventing companies from being sued for the damage that their climate pollution is causing ordinary New Zealanders. Greenpeace Aotearoa...
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Retailers, truckers back government’s simplified fuel rationing, Labour unconvinced
Source: Radio New Zealand Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis visit a Singapore refinery on 5 April 2026. Supplied / Prime Minister’s Office Retailers and truckers back the government’s more simplified,...
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An anti-fireworks tipping point
Source: Radio New Zealand Remi, a 14-year-old retired race horse, had to be put down because of the injuries she sustained when fireworks were let off near her. Supplied The...
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Rhenus Extends Capabilities in Specialized Warehousing in Thailand with new Dangerous Goods Warehouse in Bangkok
Source: Media Outreach The new warehouse enhances the company’s footprint in providing companies support in specialized goods logistics The addition is in line with the company’s plans in Asia Pacific...
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13 people arrested for gang, gun-related violence in Wairoa
Source: Radio New Zealand A police car seen behind a cordon as officers attend an incident. RNZ More than a dozen people have been arrested and weapons seized following increasing...
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Bond actor Pierce Brosnan buys local artwork from fish and chip shop
Source: Radio New Zealand Hollywood star Pierce Brosnan has bought a Northland artist’s painting after spotting it in a Mangōnui fish and chip shop last week. The artwork, by Logan...
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Arrests and seizures in Wairoa
Source: New Zealand Police Eastern District Police have responded with enforcement action after reports of gang and firearm-related violence which have increased in the last few weeks. Detective Senior Sergeant...
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SCOPE Thonglor Sets a New Benchmark with Its Triplex Residence Thailand’s Most Prestigious Penthouse
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 May 2026 – As ultra-luxury living evolves beyond opulence toward a more holistic philosophy of Well-Being Residence, SCOPE redefines...
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Traffic stop lands driver in court
Source: New Zealand Police A late-night drive in Auckland on Sunday night ended with a date to attend court. Senior Sergeant Bill Russell, Northern Districts Motorways Coordinator says around 1.40am...