Stretch of SH2 near Takapau closed following crash

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 26 January 2025 9:09 am | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi State Highway 2 between Speedy Road and the intersection with State Highway 50 in Central Hawke’s Bay is closed following a crash this morning. Please follow the directions of emergency services on site and allow extra time for your … Read more

Prolonged Symptoms Attributable to Infection with COVID-19

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Summary Fatigue, poor concentration/memory, shortness of breath and loss of taste or smell are the most prevalent symptoms following COVID-19 infection in adults when compared with non-COVID-19 infected controls (either population controls or those with infective symptoms but testing negative for COVID-19). Children and adolescents present with similar symptoms … Read more

Multiple arrests in Rotorua CBD following Operation Trolley

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) As part of ongoing work to ensure Rotorua’s community feels safer within the CBD, 13 people were arrested and 45 shopping trolleys have been returned to their respective stores, following a three-day Police operation. From Tuesday 21 to Thursday 23 January, Police executed Operation Trolley focusing on engaging and … Read more

Speech to the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand

Source: ACT Party Delivered by Hon David Seymour on 26 January 2025, hosted by the Holocaust Centre of New Zealand in Remuera. Thank you Gillian, and the Board of the Holocaust Centre for inviting me to give this address. I am humbled to speak the day before the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. … Read more

Trade and Investment Minister to hold trans-Tasman discussion

Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay will travel to Australia today for meetings with Australian Trade Minister, Senator Don Farrell, and the Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum (ANZLF).  Mr McClay recently hosted Minister Farrell in Rotorua for the annual Closer Economic Relations (CER) Trade Ministers’ meeting, where ANZLF presented on trans-Tasman … Read more

Fatal crash, SH2 Takapau

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 2, north of Takapau this morning. The two-vehicle crash involving a truck and a car, was reported to police around 8:10am. One person died at the scene. The road remains closed and will be for most … Read more

Fatal crash, SH73 Arthurs Pass

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) One person has died following a single vehicle crash in Arthurs Pass. The crash occurred on State Highway 73 and was reported to Police at around 8:20am today. One person was located deceased at the scene. Motorists travelling on State Highway 73 are advised to expect delays and avoid … Read more

Update: State Highway 2, Takapau crash

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) District: State Highway 2, north of Takapau remains closed and is expected to be closed for most of the day.  A detour is in place via State Highway 50. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect ongoing delays.  ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI

Fatal crash, Winton Lorneville Highway

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died in hospital following a crash on the Winton Lorneville Highway on Tuesday 21 January. Two people were transported to hospital in a critical condition following the crash. One person passed away yesterday as a result of the injuries sustained. Police extend our … Read more

Govt Cuts – One week on, new Health Minister must lift hiring freeze and start delivering

Source: PSA The PSA is urging new Health Minister Simeon Brown to make good on his promise to deliver better health outcomes for New Zealanders and lift the hiring freeze on the health workforce. When unveiled as the new Health Minister one week ago today, Mr Brown made much of his priority to ensure the health … Read more

First Responders – Fire crews respond to multiple calls after Mangawhai tornado

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency NZ is responding to multiple calls following a reported tornado in the Northland community of Mangawhai around 3am today. Response Coordinator Graeme Quensell says firefighters from several brigades in the area are already at the scene assisting residents and other crews have been dispatched from Waitemata. Incidents … Read more

First Responders – Mangawhai tornado update #2 from Fire and Emergency NZ

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Firefighters are continuing to check homes and properties in the area where a tornado affected an area of Mangawhai earlier this morning. Fire and Emergency NZ started to receive 111 calls from about 3am, Northland District Manager Wipari Henwood said. Reports included people needing to be rescued from damaged property, … Read more

Second fatality following crash, Milford Clandeboye Road

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm a second person has died following a crash on Milford Clandeboye Road on Wednesday 22 January. The person was transported to hospital in a critical condition following the crash and passed away on Friday evening (24 January) as a result of the injuries sustained. Police extend … Read more

Unexplained death, Queenstown

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) An investigation is underway after the death of a woman at a Queenstown property on Saturday 25 January. Emergency services were called to the Windsor Place property about 2.30pm. Police are now working to establish the full circumstances of how she died. Her death is currently being treated as … Read more

State Highway 2 closed, Takapau

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 2 is currently closed north of Takapau following a crash. The two-vehicle crash was reported to Police at around 8:10am. Initial indications are that there are serious injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. Detours are in place. ENDS Issued by Police Media … Read more

Parents and drivers urged to keep kids safe as schools start back

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are urging families to prioritise the safety of our tamariki who are preparing to head back to school over the coming weeks. The start of the school year is often an exciting moment for families, and road safety should be front of mind alongside your regular back-to-school checklist. … Read more

Fatal crash, Buchanans Road, Hei Hei

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) One person has died following a two-vehicle crash in Hei Hei this afternoon. Police were called to Buchanans Road at around 1.40pm. Sadly, one person died at the scene. The road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit conduct a scene examination. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL … Read more

Serious crash, Buchanans Road, Hei Hei

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are responding to a two-vehicle crash in Hei Hei this afternoon. Police were called to Buchanans Road at around 1.40pm. Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries. Buchanans Road is closed between both Vanguard Road intersections and the intersection with Hei Hei Road. Motorists are advised to … Read more

Activist News – No humanitarian visas for Palestinians victims of genocide but plenty of rest and recreation for Israeli soldiers involved in genocide – PSNA

Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) Nationwide rallies this weekend will be calling for the government to suspend entry to New Zealand from soldiers in the Israeli Defence Forces.   “New Zealand should not be providing rest and recreation for Israeli soldiers fresh from the genocide in Gaza”, says PSNA National Chair John Minto. “We … Read more

Fire Safety – Outdoor fires banned in parts of Otago from Monday

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited fire season for the Lakes and Glendhu Bluffs areas in Otago from 8am Monday 27 January, until further notice. A prohibited fire season means no outdoor fires are allowed in the district and all fire permits are revoked. Otago District Manager … Read more

New podiatry clinic brings much-needed service to Wairoa

Source: New Zealand Government A new monthly podiatry clinic has been launched today in Wairoa and will bring a much-needed service closer to home for the Wairoa community, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Health New Zealand has been successful in securing a podiatrist until the end of June this year to meet the needs of … Read more

SH1 closed following crash, Waikato Expressway, Bombay

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Motorists are advised that State Highway 1, Waikato Expressway northbound is closed at Nikau Road off-ramp, following a crash involving two vehicles in Nikau Road to Mill Road area, reported at around 8.45am. Emergency services are in attendance, no injuries are reported at this time. Motorists are advised to … Read more

Fatality following crash, Clevely Line, Palmerston North

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm that one person died following a crash at Bunnythorpe, Palmerston North last night. Emergency services attended the crash involving a car and a motorcycle at the Clevely Line and Railway Road intersection in Bunnythorpe reported at around 8.35pm on Friday 24 January. Sadly, the motorcyclist died … Read more

KPMG: Slower than expected interest rate cuts to support bank margins in 2025

Source: Media Outreach Banks should prioritise cost optimisation, data governance, and digital transformation to build a foundation for long-term growth HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 January 2025 – Hong Kong’s banking sector showed signs of recovery in 2024 after a prolonged period of challenges. This positive trend is expected to continue … Read more

A New Year, A New Beginning LANDMARK Welcomes the Year of the Snake with Nicolai Bergmann’s Flourishing Blooms

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 January 2025 – To honour the spirit of the Lunar New Year, LANDMARK presents Flourishing Blooms, a vibrant celebration of artistry and tradition by internationally acclaimed flower artist Nicolai Bergmann. This marks Bergmann’s first major Hong Kong installation, coinciding with the 25th anniversary … Read more

Schneider Electric named The World’s Most Sustainable Corporation for a second time

Source: Media Outreach First-ever corporation to top Corporate Knights Global 100 twice 14th consecutive year in Global 100 index, 7th top 10 ranking Follows strong 2024 performance in other key ESG ratings HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 January 2025 – Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management … Read more

Hong Kong Wraps Up Valuable Participation at WEF Annual Meeting

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 January 2025 – Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR), Paul Chan, wrapped up his participation at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland (January 23) with a flurry of thematic meetings, panel discussions and high-level exchanges … Read more