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Source: Media Outreach TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 May 2026 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced the appointment of Masahito (Max) Hirai as CEO of Japan, effective 30 June 2026.* In this role, Hirai will lead Aon’s business in Japan, with responsibility for setting and … Read more
Source: Roblox New account types deliver age‑based content access and communication defaults designed for younger players SAN MATEO, California – Starting today, New Zealand is one of the first countries globally where Roblox is rolling out new age-based accounts for under 16s. The launch of Roblox Kids, for ages 5–8, and Roblox Select, for ages … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland FC and All Whites player Callan Elliot Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz In the space of 48 hours last week Callan Elliot could start to see the light at the end of the football tunnel. Officially named in the All Whites squad for next month’s Football World Cup on Thursday, by late Friday…
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington As the only university that’s an official nominator in New Zealand, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is privileged to announce its choice of nominees for the The Earthshot Prize. The six local climate solutions nominated for the multimillion-dollar funding represent the very best of Kiwi innovation, and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Booking.com for Business website. Dan Satherley / RNZ Travel software company Serko has narrowed its full-year loss, while recording a strong improvement in revenue and underlying earnings. Key numbers for the 12 months ended March compared with a year ago: Net loss $17.7m vs $22m loss Revenue $120.9m vs $90.5m…
Source: Radio New Zealand By Jana Winter and Helen Coster, Reuters A red gas canister with a Nazi symbol emblazoned on it that appears to have been removed from the car. Gregory Bull/AP via CNN Newsource “Anti-Islamic writings” were found in a vehicle connected to the two teenage suspects in the shooting at the Islamic…
Source: New Zealand Government The tech, finance, telecommunications and retail sectors are being invited to help shape proposed regulations for a modernised road user charges system, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. Consultation on the proposed new regulations opened this week after the Transport and Infrastructure Select Committee reported back on the Land Transport (Revenue) Amendment…
Source: Radio New Zealand The site between Harington and Hamilton Streets in downtown Tauranga was once intended for a multi-storey public transport hub. Google Maps Two engineers have been fined, and one of them suspended for three months, over a botched car parking building that cost the Tauranga City Council millions of dollars. The council…
Source: Green Party The Green Party is opposing the Government’s Disability Support Services Bill, saying disabled people and whānau have once again been shut out of decisions that directly affect their lives. “The Government introduced this Bill without consultation with disabled communities, despite acknowledging that the proposals were sensitive and directly affected disabled people and carers,” says…
Source: Auckland Council Cross Street has become one of Auckland’s most enigmatic art streets, sitting on the ‘front lawn’ of City Rail Link station, Karanga-a-Hape. Mercury Lane is already crafted with stunning expressions of te ao Māori by artist Pāora Puru. Cross Street is the next street in this station precinct to get a refresh.…
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Explainer – Everybody knows what a stalker is. But until this month, stalking wasn’t officially a crime. The Crimes Legislation (Stalking and Harassment) Amendment Bill creates a new offence for stalking and will take effect on Tuesday 26 May, after a years-long battle by anti-stalking advocates pushing for change. “This…
Source: New Zealand Government The Government continues to respond to the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry with funding to seven local authorities to memorialise and care for unmarked graves and a total of 68 non-government organisations and community groups to provide services in support of survivors. The Royal Commission found there are at…
Source: Radio New Zealand An aerial view of the Port of Napier. Supplied / Napier Port The Port of Napier has posted solid half year profits on strong food exports which it expects to continue despite the Middle East conflict. Key numbers for the six months ended March compared with a year ago: Net profit…
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 20 May 2026 This document provides the report and inventory for the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ministry of Health | Manatū Hauora (the Ministry) for the financial year 2024/25 (1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025). The inventory has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of:…
Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to the graduation of Wing 395 Heniaka August QSM. What: Graduation of the New Zealand Police 395 Recruit WingWho: For families and friends to celebrate with the newly attested police officersWhy: Completion and graduation from their initial training courseWhere: Te Rauparaha Arena, 17 Parumoana Street, PoriruaWhen: …
Source: Radio New Zealand Tony Farmer was Storme Turnay’s partner at the time of her baby Soul’s death. Pool / Chris Skelton / Stuff One of the two people who could be responsible for killing baby Soul Turany has a history of troubled relationships and was served with a protection order, it can now be…
Source: Radio New Zealand Kirsten Saunders, the co-owner of Smith the Grocer, says the announcement of more job cuts is tough for the city’s morale. RNZ / Ellen O’Dwyer An economist says more than 3500 jobs could be cut in Wellington, and the capital is set to “bear the brunt” of a major shake-up to…
Source: New Zealand Government The first modules for the new 28-bed rapid-build inpatient unit at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital have now been lifted into place, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This is a significant milestone for Hawke’s Bay as we work at pace to increase capacity at the hospital, help meet demand during…
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 20 May 2026 Globally renowned for its picturesque rock arch, Mautohe Cathedral Cove is the main attraction for many visitors heading to the wider DOC-managed coastal reserve between Whitianga and Hahei for naturing. However, the area is prone to landslides and is vulnerable to weather damage, as seen following Cyclone…
Source: Radio New Zealand Gentailer Contact Energy is in a trading halt. RNZ / Nate McKinnon Gentailer Contact Energy is in a trading halt as its largest shareholder, Infratil, begins selling some or all of its 14.3 percent stake in the company. In a market statement, Contact said the halt was necessary to ensure on-market…
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied/ Air NZ Air New Zealand has announced three new non-stop international flights from Christchurch to launch later this year. The new routes from Christchurch to Singapore, Tokyo and Perth are part of an agreement with Christchurch Airport to boost the South Island’s international connectivity. Air New Zealand chief executive Nikhil…
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF A national study has found New Zealand children’s enjoyment of reading, writing and maths has dropped, in some cases significantly. The number of older primary school children who do not enjoy the subjects has doubled since 2018/19, as has the percentage who believe they are not good at them. The…
Source: Radio New Zealand Getting the kids out the door for school can feel like herding cats in the rain. Just when one child is ready, another can’t find a shoe, someone remembers homework, and someone else starts crying because they want more breakfast. Is there a calmer way to get through the mornings with…
Source: Radio New Zealand Arsenal fans cheer their team on as they watch the final minutes of the English Premier League football match between Bournemouth and Manchester City, from inside the Tollington Arms pub near the Emirates Stadium in London. BROOK MITCHELL Arsenal have ended their 22-year wait to win the Premier League title when…
Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied / Te Ara Scientists are once-again raising concerns about de-extinction as a US biotech company promotes a “major breakthrough” in artificial egg technology. Colossal Biosciences on Wednesday announced the development of an artificial egg that it says is a crucial step toward resurrecting the South Island giant moa – a…
Source: Radio New Zealand Cotality’s latest data shows a 0.1 percent increase in values in April. RNZ About 1500 fewer homes have sold so far this year compared to the same time a year earlier, and there are warnings that softness is likely to continue. Cotality has released its latest data, which shows a 0.1…
Source: Radio New Zealand Fiscal drag is a constant pressure on taxpayers’ wallets. RNZ Are you paying more tax, but no better off? Fiscal drag, or bracket creep, is the process by which taxpayers move up through the marginal tax bands as they get pay increases, and end up paying higher proportions of their income…