Four arrested after shots fired in Gisborne overnight

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) To be attributed to Inspector Danny Kirk, Tairāwhiti Area Commander: Tairāwhiti Police have arrested and charged four people following two firearms-related incidents overnight. At around 11.45pm yesterday, Police were called to Taruheru Crescent in Mangapapa, following a report of several shots being fired towards a house from a car. … Read more

Two youths arrested in liquor store robbery

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant Joe Sailsbury: Two youths have been arrested in relation to a liquor store robbery in Levin today. At 11:30am Police received reports of an aggravated robbery at a liquor store on Mako Mako Road. Two youths had entered the store with a weapon and stole … Read more

Fire on Pakowhai Road, Hastings – public to avoid area

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are currently assisting with road closures at a building fire on Pakowhai Road, Frimley, Hastings which was reported about 9.30 this morning. Fire and Emergency New Zealand are at the scene and the road is closed between Duke Street and Frederick Street. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to … Read more

Crash on Bluff Highway SH1, Greenhills, Southland

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police and emergency services are attending a crash involving at least four vehicles on Bluff Highway between Awarua Siding Road and Stanley Township Road.  The crash occurred at approximately 8.10am today. One vehicle is currently blocking both lanes, so motorists are asked to avoid the area. Towing vehicles have … Read more

Road blocked due to crash, Tokanui Gorge Road Highway

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Tokanui Gorge Road Highway near Fortrose is blocked currently due to a crash where a truck has rolled.  Emergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash about 7.45am.  Fortunately the driver was not seriously injured, however the road is completely blocked.  It is expected to be closed for some … Read more

State Highway 2 blocked, Dannevirke

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 2 south of Dannevirke is blocked due to a two-vehicle collision. It happened at around 7:10pm at the intersection of Wi Duncan Road. One person is seriously injured and three others have moderate injuries. Motorists are asked to take alternate routes. ENDS MIL OSI

New Advanced Technology Science Platform announced

Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment MBIE (2) The multidisciplinary Paihau—Robinson Research Institute will host the platform, leveraging its world-leading expertise in superconductors, magnets and materials technologies. The platform will increase jobs in advanced tech in New Zealand, and create innovations that will benefit many sectors from space to fusion energy, quantum computing, aviation, medical … Read more

Release: Cuts to beds for seniors at Dunedin Hospital

Source: New Zealand Labour Party After failing to be upfront about cuts to intensive care beds, it’s now becoming clear that other downgrades to Dunedin Hospital are being concealed by the Minister of Health. “National is reducing dementia and psychogeriatric beds capacity at the new Dunedin Hospital by almost half, with no alternative clinical option … Read more

Rare reef heron numbers decline in Auckland

Source: Auckland Council Auckland’s critically threatened reef heron (matuku moana) is in the spotlight after an initial summer survey, revealing concerning findings with numbers in the inner Hauraki Gulf worryingly low. As part of their work to protect the biodiversity of bird species in the Auckland region, Auckland Council’s Environmental Services team, alongside a dedicated … Read more

Proposals to strengthen biodiversity released

Source: Department of Conservation Date:  05 May 2025 Source:  Office of the Minister of Conservation “Today, the Department of Conservation – Te Papa Atawhai is releasing two discussion documents for public consultation, and I encourage all New Zealanders to read them and share their views. “Our beloved biodiversity provides a world-class wealth of environmental and economic benefits … Read more

Boosting high-tech exports with advanced technology

Source: New Zealand Government New investment in advanced technology research will boost high-tech exports, strengthen connections between research and industry and generate high value jobs, Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti announced today. “Advanced technology research leads to life-changing innovation,” says Dr Reti. “The breakthroughs that can be achieved through areas like cryogenic and quantum … Read more

Parent Portal launched to empower parents

Source: New Zealand Government Every parent wants to see their child thrive at school — to feel confident, supported, and capable. Today, the Government is taking a major step toward making that aspiration a reality with the launch of a new Parent Portal: an online resource designed to enable families to play their part in … Read more

Prime Minister congratulates Albanese and Wong

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has congratulated Anthony Albanese on winning the Australian Federal Election, and Lawrence Wong on winning the Singaporean election.“I have been in touch with both Mr Albanese and Mr Wong to offer my congratulations on retaining office,” Mr Luxon says.“When we spoke, Mr Albanese and I affirmed our … Read more

New air ambulance helicopter for Auckland and Northland

Source: New Zealand Government A new air ambulance helicopter commissioned today will significantly enhance emergency medical response capabilities across Auckland and Northland, Associate Health Minister Hon Casey Costello and ACC Minister Scott Simpson announced today.“This state-of-the-art helicopter represents a major advancement in aeromedical service delivery, and we are pleased to see it become operational in … Read more

NZ-AU: Independent Non-Executive Director Appointed

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) PERTH, Australia, May 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX:PDN, TSX:PDN, OTCQX:PALAF) (Paladin or the Company) is pleased to announce the appointment of Anne Templeman-Jones as independent non-executive director of the Company. Ms Templeman-Jones is a highly experienced non-executive director who has had a wide-ranging executive career in finance, corporate … Read more

Government Cuts – Auditor-General urged to investigate cuts to experts stopping health fraud – PSA

Source: PSA The PSA is today requesting that the Auditor General investigate the proposed axing of fraud and audit experts which would see millions of health dollars no longer recovered through overpayment or theft. The Audit and Assurance Directorate at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is a critical unit focused on ensuring some $12 billion … Read more

Organized by JCI Victoria – “Boundless Dreams: The Journey of Infinity Hope” Survey Result Announcement and Press Conference

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 May 2025 – From March to April 2025, JCI Victoria conducted an online survey to examine the current situation, barriers, and needs of people with disabilities in Hong Kong regarding sports participation. The survey received responses from 285 participants. Over half of the … Read more

Vietnam sets world record with dazzling drone show featuring 10,500 drones

Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 May 2025 – A standout moment in the celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 – April 30, 2025) was an extraordinary drone light show that lit up the skies over … Read more

GAZA – Attack on life-saving aid boat proves the reach of Israel’s out-of-control genocide through starvation is now global

Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa   Israel’s drone attack on the Freedom Flotilla boat ‘Conscience’ shows Israel’s genocide strategy has now gone global, according to PSNA.   The Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa says the attack in international waters is a thoroughly predictable war crime, committed by an out-of-control Israel, intent on violence anywhere to uphold its … Read more

Advocacy – World Press Freedom Day 2025: Standing with the Palestinian Press

Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand On this World Press Freedom Day, we pause to honour journalists and media workers across the globe who risk their safety to report truth and amplify the voices of the oppressed. Nowhere is this commitment more courageous, or more perilous, than in occupied Palestine. For decades, Palestinian journalists have … Read more

Hunting and Fishing Minister joins game bird season opening hunt

Source: New Zealand Government Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager has joined the thousands of New Zealanders taking part in the annual game bird hunting season opening. He spent the morning at Te Nohoaka o Tukiauau / Sinclair Wetlands, a 315-hectare portion of the Lakes Waihola-Waipori wetland south of Dunedin, hosted by Fish & Game New … Read more

Attendance dashboard shows early insights into term 2

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour says that new up-to-date attendance data is helping provide fresh insights into student attendance. For example, data for the first week of term 2 shows the effect of wild weather and which regions were standouts.The average attendance across week 1 is 87.1 per cent.“The daily school … Read more

Name release, workplace incident, Kaikorai Valley Road

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now name the man who died after a workplace incident at a Kaikorai Valley Road premises on 24 April. He was Michael John Sherry, 32, of Fairfield. Police extend their sympathies to his family at this difficult time. His death has been referred to WorkSafe and the … Read more

Two people arrested for Kawakawa aggravated robbery

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police have arrested two people in relation to an aggravated robbery at a Kawakawa property on Thursday night. A 22-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman were arrested last night and are facing a number of charges, including aggravated robbery, wounding, unlawful possession of ammunition and failing to answer to … Read more

Police review completion rates for recruit swimming assessment

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police have now reviewed completion rates for the swimming assessment that recruits are expected to undergo as part of their training at the Royal New Zealand Police College. Since the start of the new 20-week curriculum in January 2024 a further three wings have missed the assessment.  There are … Read more

Health – RACS calls on all levels of government for reform

Source: Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) today issued an urgent call to governments across Australia to engage in genuine negotiations to resolve the pressing issues facing the NSW Health surgical workforce. Australians are now waiting almost twice as long on average for elective surgery than they were … Read more

Africa – Turkey Strengthens Global Energy Influence with Strategic African Partnerships

SOURCE: African Energy Chamber Turkey is deepening its energy ties across Africa, launching new projects in Libya, Somalia and Senegal as part of a broader strategy to strengthen its role in the continent’s evolving energy landscape. CAPE TOWN, South Africa, May 2, 2025/ — Turkey is making bold strides in expanding its energy footprint, with … Read more