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Source: Auckland Council The enchanting vocals of Georgia Lines will headline the third of 18 free concerts in this summer’s Music in Parks series. Georgia will be supported by popular artists Fin Rah Zel, Fan Club, and Rumpus Machine in a concert in Auckland’s city centre on Saturday 18 January. Time and place details on … Read more
Source: Auckland Council A popular Muriwai tourist attraction has reopened in time for the summer bird nesting season, allowing visitors once again to view a majestic seabird colony of gannets as they gather at Auckland’s west coast. Following an extended closure due to significant storm damage in early 2023, the Maukatia Gannet Track and … Read more
Source: Auckland Council There’s no doubt that pets bring many Aucklanders a lot of joy. But if you and your family received a new pet recently, there are all kinds of new responsibilities. Whether a cat, a dog or something more exotic, follow this handy how-to guide on responsible pet ownership to help your furry, … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Various community and wellbeing support is available to storm-affected residents, including free help with processing home insurance claims, rates relief, temporary accommodation assistance, and wider financial and mental health support. Storm Recovery Navigation Service We know how much you want to get back on your feet and how overwhelming things can be … Read more
Source: Auckland Council A single male Oriental fruit fly was found on 3 January in a surveillance trap in a suburban back yard in the Papatoetoe/Māngere area. An operation, led by Biosecurity New Zealand which is part of the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), is now underway in response to the discovery of the fruit … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council, SkyCity and Vector are proud to bring together this year’s New Year’s Eve celebrations in Auckland’s city centre as Aotearoa New Zealand leads the global welcoming in of 2025. Highlights will include a five-minute fireworks display at midnight from the Sky Tower, and those at the Viaduct and multiple other … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency The Tauranga Eastern Link Toll Road (SH2) eastbound lanes between Pāpāmoa and Paengaroa (towards Whakatāne / Rotorua) will be closed between 5.30am and 1pm on Saturday 18 January 2025 for the cycle-leg of the Tauranga Half Triathlon, which is part of the Mount Festival of Multisport. This is the fifth … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency To kick start the New Year, State Highway 5 (SH5) from Oturoa Road west to the South Waikato boundary will be getting a refresh. The 8-week road rebuild will take place 5- 6 days a week from 7am to 6pm beginning Tuesday 14 January. Enabling works are underway this week … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The time it takes to process building determinations has improved significantly over the last year which means fewer delays in homes being built, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says. “New Zealand has a persistent shortage of houses. Making it easier and quicker for new homes to be built will not … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire restrictions in Hawke’s Bay have been eased on Tuesday following recent wet weather. The fire danger has decreased in the area, with Fire and Emergency New Zealand District Manager Glen Varcoe revoking prohibited and restricted fire seasons in some areas until further notice. The changes are as follows: – … Read more
Source: Consumer NZ As more New Zealanders turn to secondhand markets to tackle rising living costs and contribute to environmental sustainability, Consumer’s guide provides essential tips to navigate the secondhand market with confidence. Recent Consumer data reveals that 87% of New Zealanders have bought secondhand items in the last 6 months, up from 76% just … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden is pleased to announce the annual list of New Zealand’s most popular baby names for 2024. “For the second consecutive year, Noah has claimed the top spot for boys with 250 babies sharing the name, while Isla has returned to the most popular girls’ … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Acting Detective Inspector Veronica McPherson, Counties Manukau CIB: Police investigating the death of a child which occurred in East Tāmaki on Sunday evening are appealing to the public. A 37-year-old male appeared before the Manukau District Court on Monday morning charged with murder. Police are not seeking … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A serious two-vehicle crash has shut State Highway 1 at Pairere in South Waikato this morning. Emergency services were alerted to the crash, about 5.30am. Five people are reported to have serious injuries State Highway 1 is blocked between Horahora Road and Paparamu Road and traffic management is being … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – As the clock ticked down the last few hours of 2024, Sentosa Beach in Singapore came alive with excitement. When the voice of Ye Xiu, the beloved character from The King’s Avatar, echoed across the sandy shores, cheers erupted from the crowd. … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SYDNEY, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) (together with its subsidiaries, “IREN” or “the Company”), today published its monthly update for December 2024. December Highlights Bitcoin Mining AI / HPC 3,984 Bitcoin mined in 2024 529 Bitcoin mined in Dec $40m hardware profit in Dec1 50 EH/s on-track … Read more
Source: Media Outreach A Ultimate Destination for Festive Activities to Ring in a Joyful and Prosperous Year with Family and Friends MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – As the twelfth lunar month arrives, festive aromas fill the air, marking the approach of the Lunar New Year—China’s most significant traditional festival, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – The Best Places to Work organization is proud to announce the Top 25 Best Places to Work in Europe for 2024, recognizing the most outstanding employers who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to fostering positive, inclusive, and innovative work environments. Leading … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – TESSAN, a global leader in travel charging solutions, has officially announced its collaboration with renowned American singer-songwriter Rachael Yamagata. As part of this collaboration, TESSAN has premiered an exclusive documentary on YouTube, offering an intimate look at Rachael’s artistic journey … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – In today’s era of diversity, freedom, and a pursuit of high-quality living, recreational vehicles (RVs) have become the preferred choice for many seeking to explore the world and enjoy life. As a pioneer in creating the “mobile home” experience, New Gonow … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 7 January 2025 4:59 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi A serous crash involving two vehicles on SH60 near Redwood Road, Appleby Highway, has closed the highway mid this afternoon. This will affect anyone travelling between Golden Bay or Motueka/Kaiteriteri and Richmond/Nelson today, or Mapua and Ruby Bay. Police … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Resurfacing works planned for the week starting Sunday, 12 January on SH2 between Masterton and Carterton have been postponed due to the unusually cold temperatures we have been experiencing. Works will be planned as soon as ground temperatures allow us to complete the surface work without compromising quality,” says Roxanne … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Over 300 industry leaders convene in Hong Kong to explore the future of Asian property markets HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – The MIPIM Asia Summit concluded its 18th edition on December 4th, bringing together over 400 international delegates at the Grand Hyatt, Hong Kong. As … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Beloved police officer, Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming will be farewelled with a special funeral service to be held at 1pm on Thursday 16 January at the Trafalgar Centre in Nelson. With the blessing of her family the funeral service for Senior Sergeant Fleming will be conducted with full Police … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A raft of Police resources has rounded up five people believed to have robbed a Karaka service station early this morning. At about 5.30am, Police were called after five masked people with various weapons (not firearms) entered the petrol station on Harbourside Drive. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, of Counties … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Launches First Capture Media Factory to Support 670% Growth in Hong Kong in October HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – CaptureTM Hong Kong, the leading analogue media digitisation provider, proudly announces a significant milestone — digitising over 1 million family photos in 2024. To support this … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are at the scene of a serious two-vehicle crash on the Coastal Highway, Appleby, between Maisey and Redwood Roads. Police were called about 3.15pm. Initial indications suggest there have been serious injuries. The road is closed, with diversions in place. Motorists are asked to avoid the area, … Read more