Cash, cannabis and vehicles seized following Taranaki warrant

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attribute to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Paula Drewery Taranaki Police have seized cash, drugs and vehicles following a search warrant in Fitzroy on 9 January. Approximately $5,000 cash was seized in the warrant, as well as around 100 ounces of cannabis. Three vehicles were also seized from the property, … Read more

Woman arrested at Glenfield Mall

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A woman is in Police custody following an earlier altercation involving a person known to her in the Glenfield area. The incident occurred just before 2pm on Glenfield Road, when a man suffered a minor stab wound to his hand. Inspector Mike Rickards says the offender fled the scene … Read more

Upcoming night closures for SH2 Petone for resurfacing works

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 14 January 2025 2:58 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi People travelling on SH2 through Petone, need to prepare for several night-time road closures from Tuesday, 21 January. Detours will be available through Lower Hutt. Roxanne Hilliard, Wellington Alliance Manager, says it is a continuation of the State Highway … Read more

Hoiho/yellow-eyed penguin nest numbers down

Source: Department of Conservation Date:  14 January 2025 Source:  Department of Conservation and Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Without a serious turnaround, scientists predict hoiho could become locally extinct on the mainland within two decades. Seasonal (2024/25) nest counts across coastal Otago, Southland, and Rakiura show numbers are substantially down compared to previous years, with an ongoing … Read more

Cyanobacteria health warning lifted from Lakes Kainui and Hakanoa

Source: Waikato District Health Board The public health warning issued for Lake Kainui in December 2021, and Lake Hakanoa in August 2023 have been lifted today by National Public Health Service (NPHS), after subsequent tests showed that cyanobacterial levels are below the warning level. Lakes Rotoroa (Hamilton Lake), Waikare, and Whangape continue to have cyanobacterial … Read more

Name release: Fatal crash, State Highway 10, Waipapa

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now name the woman who died in a crash on State Highway 10, Waipapa, Far North District on 28 December. She was Mandy Rita Simpson, aged 35 of Waipapa. Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones at this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of … Read more

UPDATE: New dates confirmed for State Highway 2 Masterton to Carterton resurfacing

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency UPDATE 13 January: Resurfacing work for State Highway 2 Masterton to Carterton will begin this Sunday, 19 January, weather permitting. It will require night-time closures from Sunday, 19 January to Thursday, 23 January between   9 pm and 4:30 am. Road users can expect delays on the route from 7 pm … Read more

Name release: Unexplained death, Nelson

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Inspector Geoff Baber:  Formal identification has now been completed for the man who was located deceased at his residential address on Suffolk Road, Stoke, Sunday 10 January. He was 55-year-old Darren James Cook. Police extend our condolences to his family and loved ones at this incredibly … Read more

Serious crash, Burwood

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash involving a car and a scooter at the intersection of Queen Elizabeth II Drive and Travis Road, Burwood. Police were called about 1.05pm. Initial indications are there have been serious injuries. The road is closed, with diversions in place. … Read more

Name release: Fatal crash, Old West Coast Road, Darfield

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can now release the name of the person who died in a two-vehicle crash on Old West Coast Road, Darfield, Wednesday 1 January. He was 57-year-old Peter John Rogers from Christchurch. Police extend our condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased. Enquiries into the circumstances … Read more

Homicide investigation, Thames

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) To be attributed to Detective Senior Sergeant Kristine Clarke: Police have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a man in Thames Hospital overnight. At around 3:40pm on Monday 13 January, Police responded to reports of an altercation at a residential address on Rolleston Street, where one person … Read more

Expect delays – SH2 between Te Puna and Aongatete

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency People are experiencing an increase in travel time on State Highway 2 (SH2), between Te Puna and Aongatete, and it’s set to continue now chipseal works have begun along the corridor, acknowledges NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). Chipsealing provides important waterproofing of the road surface which protects road pavements. … Read more

Dwelling and household estimates: December 2024 quarter – Stats NZ information release

Source: Statistics New Zealand Dwelling and household estimates: December 2024 quarter – 14 January 2025 – National dwelling and household estimates are used for many purposes including planning, policy formation, business decisions, and as ‘bottom lines’ in the calculation of market coverage rates. Key facts At 31 December 2024, the estimated number of: private dwellings … Read more

Police seeking Samir Belhajjam

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are working to locate Samir Derek Belhajjam, 30, who has escaped custody in Taupo this afternoon. He fled from a Police transport vehicle at the court on Story Place about 6pm. He was wearing green prison-issue shorts and T-shirt, along with an orange hi-vis vest. Residents may notice … Read more

First Responders – Black Jack Fire Update #7

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Drones with thermal imaging equipment will survey the Black Jack fireground on the Coromandel Peninsula tonight to identify where deep seated pockets of fire are burning. Fire and Emergency NZ’s specialist drone crew will be carrying out the flights and Incident Controller Shane Bromley says their findings will be used … Read more

Media advisory – funeral service for Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Media interested in attending the funeral service for Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming, killed in Nelson in the early hours of New Year’s Day, are reminded to RSVP to Police Media by midday tomorrow. Service details, including logistical and technical specifications, will be provided to registered media only tomorrow afternoon … Read more

TDCX Singapore reinforces data privacy commitment with Data Protection Trustmark Certification

Source: Media Outreach Singapore-headquartered TDCX provides transformative digital CX solutions, enabling world-leading and disruptive brands to acquire new customers, to build customer loyalty and to protect their online communities. TDCX helps clients achieve their customer experience aspirations by harnessing technology, human intelligence, and its global footprint. It serves clients in fintech, gaming, technology, travel and … Read more

CoreNutrition Introduces Three Leading Korean Health Brands to Hong Kong: Tailored Solutions for Women’s Care, Weight Management, and Digestive Health

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 January 2025 – This autumn, CoreNutrition brought its exclusive health brands to Hong Kong, showcasing Korea’s innovation in wellness. With GMP and HACCP certifications, all products are crafted locally in Korea under stringent quality standards. Local warehouses ensure swift and reliable delivery, making … Read more

Top 6 Best Places to Work in Jordan for 2024 revealed

Source: Media Outreach AMMAN, JORDAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 January 2025 – The 2024 top 6 workplaces in Jordan have been revealed according to the annual prestigious Best Places to Work certification program, recognizing organizations that excel in creating outstanding work environments and promoting employee engagement in Jordan. Leading the list is Novartis … Read more

LTS wins funding from BARDA’s Patch Forward Prize Competition for two partnerships

Source: Media Outreach ANDERNACH, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 14 January 2025 – LTS LOHMANN Therapie-Systeme AG (“LTS”), a leading pharmaceutical technology company, is proud to announces its selection as a Concept Stage winner for two projects in the #PatchForwardPrize, a $50 million challenge by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) to advance microneedle … Read more

Global Financial Leaders Meet in Hong Kong to Explore Growth Engines

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 January 2025 – Around 3,600 policymakers, business leaders, investors and scholars from around the world are attending the 18th Asian Financial Forum (January 13-14) in Hong Kong, the region’s first major finance event in 2025. Themed “Powering the Next Growth Engine”, AFF features … Read more

VinFuture Prize Officially Opens Call for Nominations for the 2025 Season

Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 January 2025 – VinFuture Prize announces the launch of its 2025 season and officially opens nominations until 2:00 p.m. on April 17, 2025 (Vietnam time, GMT+7). After 4 seasons, the Prize has seen nearly a threefold increase in nominations, from 599 projects in its … Read more

Greater Bay Area Residential Transactions Stabilized in 2H 2024 With Central Government’s Support

Source: Media Outreach Neighborhood Retail Assets and Industrial/Logistics Sector Gain Investors’ Interest Since the Politburo’s emphasis in its September 2024 meeting that authorities “must work to halt the real estate market decline and spur a stable recovery,” Chinese mainland residential market sentiment has strengthened significantly, supporting a pick-up in primary market home sales Total investment … Read more

Galaxy Macau Launches the ‘Adventures in the Cavern’ Guest Mixologist Series, Featuring World-Class Mixologists Monthly at Long Bar at Raffles

Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 January 2025 – Galaxy Macau™ is proud to unveil the monthly “Adventures in the Cavern – Guest Mixologist Series” at Long Bar at Raffles, an initiative that elevates the Long Bar sensory experience to dizzying new heights. Beginning in January, this monthly series will … Read more

Fresh from France: Sustainable Apple Delights Mark Great Success in Singapore

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 January 2025 – INTERFEL (the Interbranch Association for Fresh French Fruit and Vegetables) is back in Singapore with great success presenting its latest range of sustainable French apples for fruit lovers in Singapore to enjoy. (Top) Interfel Singapore Roadshow, (Bottom) Interfel Singapore Kombucha Workshop

Dusit International strengthens Philippines presence with two new hotels in Mindanao

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 January 2025 – Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, represented in the Philippines by Dusit Thani Philippines Inc., has signed hotel management agreements with IDC Prime, a wholly owned subsidiary of Italpinas Development Corp, a design-driven developer of sustainable … Read more

Financial market predictions for 2025 by global broker Octa

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 January 2025 – 2024, a year of geopolitical stress and major political changes, is drawing to a close. It is time to focus on the future and identify new trading opportunities. However, according to Octa broker, the outlook for the global economy is … Read more