Citi Hosts AI Day for Secondary School Students in Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach Empowers Hong Kong’s next generation of innovators to responsibly apply AI to drive social impact HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 July 2026 – Citi Hong Kong hosted an AI Day for the winners and finalists of the SEED Foundation IdeaPOP! 2026 social innovation competition earlier this month. The … Read more

Statement on Sir William Birch

Source: New Zealand Government Sir William Birch was a giant of the National Party and delivered more for our country than he would ever take credit for. His close to 30 years in Parliament coincided with a period of significant reform as we modernised our economy and grappled with who we are as a country.…

Foreign Minister to travel to the Philippines

Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters will travel to Manila next week to further strengthen the NZ-Philippines relationship and participate in a series of regional meetings. “Lifting New Zealand’s relationships in South East Asia has been a core part of the Government’s Foreign Policy Reset, and we are pleased to continue that important…

Minim Martap Project Development Update

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Highlights Canyon to materially increase strategic stake in Camrail from 9.1% to 26.9%, securing greater influence over critical rail infrastructure Completion of strategic 42.8% Investment in Terminal Bois du Port de Douala S.A., operator of Port of Douala, strengthening control over export logistics Preparation for tracklaying underway at both Inland Rail Facility … Read more

Minim Martap Development Update

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Highlights The surface miner has arrived in Cameroon, with mining operations scheduled to commence in February 2026. Delivery of locomotives and wagons scheduled in Q1, 2026.  Ore haulage from the Inland Rail Facility to the Port of Douala is planned for Q2, 2026, supporting first bauxite shipment targeted for late June 2026. … Read more

Escape to China’s Mysterious Guizhou and enjoy a cool 23°C summer retreat.

Source: Media Outreach GUIZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 July 2026 – Direct flights now connect Malaysia and Guizhou, complemented by visa-free policies between China and Malaysia. Travelers can easily reach Guiyang from Kuala Lumpur in four hours and stay for up to 30 days per visit. With its cool climate, convenient transport, … Read more

New ferries operator announced, vessels named

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has confirmed KiwiRail will operate New Zealand’s two new Cook Strait rail ferries, with the vessels to be named Kupe and Cook. Minister for Rail Winston Peters says the decision secures a practical, affordable, and enduring Cook Strait ferry service for the next generation and beyond. “KiwiRail has run…

Common sense back at the helm

Source: New Zealand Government [Speech delivered 12:30pm, Friday 17 July 2026, Legislative Council Chamber, Parliament, Wellington] Thank you all for being here today. We’d like to acknowledge Ferry Holdings, KiwiRail, CentrePort, Port Marlborough, the local councils in Marlborough and Wellington, and officials who have worked to get this programme to this point. We further acknowledge…

Warrant to arrest: Nikora Geros-Nikora

Source: New Zealand Police Police are seeking sightings of Nikora Geros-Nikora as part of an investigation into a violent aggravated robbery at a bar in Three Kings earlier this month. A warrant to arrest has been issued for the 19-year-old man following the 5 July incident at the Brass Boxer Sports Bar. Detective Senior Sergeant…

Drugs seized following traffic stop, Dunedin

Source: New Zealand Police Police have charged a man after locating a large amount of drugs and cash during a traffic stop in North Dunedin last night.  Around 10.30pm, Police saw a suspicious vehicle driving around the North Dunedin student area, where hundreds of students were believed to be celebrating Re-O’ Week.  The driver stopped…

Governance – Institute of Directors recognises Māori Governance Summit as registrations near sell-out

Source: Tapuwae Roa Tapuwae Roa’s biennial Amorangi Summit 2026 has been officially recognised by the Institute of Directors New Zealand for 5 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD), marking a significant endorsement of tikanga-led governance learning in Aotearoa. This comes as Amorangi prepares to return to Wellington on 29 July 2026, with fewer than 10 per … Read more

Yemen: More children killed by landmines and other UXOs in first half of this year than all of 2025

Source: Save the Children More children in Yemen have been killed by landmines and other unexploded ordnances (UXOs) in the first six months of this year than all of 2025, according to new Save the Children analysis[1], with the escalating toll of explosive weapons demanding urgent action to protect children and clear deadly remnants of war.  … Read more

Employment Disputes – ACC doctors to strike next week

Source: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Senior doctors working at ACC will strike next week after their employer refused to offer personal grievance rights, protections for speaking up, and basic pay increases. Following the passage of the Employment Relations Amendment Bill earlier this year, senior doctors would not have the rights to a fair dismissal process … Read more

Security and Tech – Gen Half-Year Threat Report: Attackers are Moving Closer to Systems People Trust

Source: Botica Butler Raudon Partners New research finds cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting the trusted digital experiences Kiwis depend on, rather than relying on obvious malware or technical exploits. Auckland, July 17, 2026 – As New Zealanders move more online in a cold winter, attackers are moving with them, closer to the trusted parts of digital … Read more

Leading New Zealand and Australian experts to judge ACA Excellence in Care Awards 2026

Source: Aged Care Association The search has begun for New Zealand’s most outstanding aged residential care professionals, with the Aged Care Association (ACA) today announcing an exceptional judging panel for the Individual Awards in the ACA Excellence in Care Awards 2026. The ACA Excellence in Care Awards celebrate excellence across New Zealand’s aged residential care sector … Read more

Tech and Energy – WEL Networks Uses Smart Meter Data to Strengthen Fault Response

Source: WEL Networks WEL Networks has gone live with a new automated fault detection and response capability that uses real-time smart meter data, data science, engineering analysis and integrated technology platforms to identify probable network faults and immediately notify operational teams. Fault detection is critical to safety, network availability and quality of supply. Faster identification helps … Read more

Northland News – NRC members support single authority

Source: Northland Regional Council Northland Regional Council members have (subs: Thurs 16 July) backed development of a Northland local government reform proposal that would see a single unitary body being developed through a staged transition process. Council Chair Pita Tipene says the decision was made at an Extraordinary Council Meeting in Whangārei during which councillors considered … Read more

Myanmar: Reported sea tragedy highlights desperate choices facing Rohingya – Amnesty International

Source: Amnesty International Responding to reports that more than 500 people are feared dead after two boats carrying mostly Rohingya refugees capsized off the coast of Myanmar, Amnesty International’s Myanmar Researcher Joe Freeman said: “These reports are a heartbreaking reminder of the increasingly desperate choices facing many Rohingya today. People do not risk their lives … Read more

Patience pays off for Police

Source: New Zealand Police The analogy of the tortoise and the hare has paid off for Police who patiently waited for a speeding vehicle spotted travelling through Whangārei overnight. Officers observed a black BMW travelling at more than double the speed limit on Cemetery Road at about 1.50am. Whangārei Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant Rene…

Arrests following serious assault, Christchurch

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Sergeant Luke Vaughan:  Two people have been arrested and charged after a man was seriously injured in Waltham, Christchurch, yesterday.  Police found the injured man after being called to an address on Opawa Road about 11.50am. He was transported by ambulance to hospital.  Extensive enquiries began immediately, and…

New Zealand and Switzerland agree trade discussions

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Switzerland have today agreed to establish a Trade and Investment Dialogue to explore an agreement on trade, economic security, e-commerce, investment and sustainability, says Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay. The announcement was made following a meeting between Minister McClay and Swiss State Secretary for Economic Affairs Helene…

“Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours” Thematic Exhibition Makes First Stop at Hong Kong Science Park

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 July 2026 – To celebrate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) today held the “Achievements of National Aerospace Endeavours” Thematic Exhibition Kick-off Ceremony cum Aerospace Experts Sharing Forum at … Read more

2026 Hainan Island Carnival Sends a Global Summer Invitation

Source: Media Outreach HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 July 2026 – As midsummer arrives in the Northern Hemisphere, Hainan, China, welcomes its annual island-wide carnival. The 2026 (27th) Hainan Island Carnival will be held from July 18 to August 18, extending a vibrant summer invitation to guests from around the world. The … Read more

Rhenus to Further Strengthen Warehousing Solutions in the Philippines

Source: Media Outreach Rhenus Philippines aims to develop modern warehouse infrastructure and improve in-country operational efficiency, elevating the quality of warehousing services through enhanced processes, technology-enabled fulfillment, and streamlined logistics. MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 July 2026 – In a market shaped by growing consumer demand and evolving logistics requirements, Rhenus is … Read more