Activist News – Auckland to Gather Tonight at Auckland Domain to Honour Ceasefire and Advocate for Peace in Palestine

Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand Tonight, the Auckland community will gather at the Auckland Domain to honour the recent ceasefire in Palestine and stand in solidarity with those affected by the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The event, scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM, will include heartfelt speeches, cultural performances, and a moment of silence to … Read more

Gaza – Fragile Hope for Children in Gaza

Source: ChildFund New Zealand ChildFund New Zealand continues to support critical humanitarian assistance to more than 629,698 people in Gaza, including 383,819 children, through its ChildFund partner, WeWorld. (ref. https://www.weworld.it/en ) “Hope in Gaza, and for the families of the Israeli hostages, is fragile. But since the ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel, we are in much better … Read more

Fish & Game New Zealand welcomes retention of hunting and fishing portfolio

Source: Fish and Game NZ 20 January 2025 – Fish & Game New Zealand is pleased the Government has retained the Hunting and Fishing portfolio and looks forward to working with the newly appointed Minister James Meager. “The portfolio reflects Fish & Game’s vision for a New Zealand where hunting and fishing traditions thrive, and all New … Read more

Update: body recovered, Lake Taupō

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm that the jetskier missing on Lake Taupō has been located deceased by Police Dive Squad this afternoon. Police offer condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. We wish to thank all involved in the search including members of the public, Harbourmaster and Coastguard, and … Read more

Name release, fatal crash, Parkvale

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now name the man who died in a two-vehicle crash on Lloyd Street, Parkvale on Tuesday 24 December. He was Christopher Bernard Halligan Lee, 36, of Ohauiti. Police extend our sympathies to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash … Read more

Weaving Celebration of Fortunes Comes to Life at Pacific Place and Starstreet Precinct

Source: Media Outreach Immerse Yourself in the Joyful Installation by Knot Designer Zoe Siu This Lunar New YearHONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 January 2025 – This Lunar New Year, Pacific Place and Starstreet Precinct invite you to a celebration of luck, tradition, and modern artistry with the “Weaving Celebration of Fortunes”, … Read more

Update: Sudden death confirmed as non-suspicious, Stratford

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police investigating the death of a man in Stratford on Saturday 18 January can confirm that the death was the result of a medical event and is not being treated as suspicious. Police offer our condolences to the man’s family and friends at this sad time. ENDS Issued by … Read more

The HKFYG successfully concludes “Hong Kong International A Cappella Contest”

Source: Media Outreach Pooi To Middle School and HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College emerge as championsYoungest primary school team proudly claims the Most Potential Award HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 January 2025 – The unique allure of a cappella lies in its harmonious melodies, created solely by human voices, without instrumental … Read more

Trend Micro is Recognized as a 2024 Gartner® Peer Insights™ Customers’ Choice for Cloud-Native Application Protection Platforms

Source: Media Outreach The Gartner® Peer Insights™ Customers’ Choice Distinction is based on feedback and ratings from end-user professionals who have experience with the product or service HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 January 2025 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, has announced that it was … Read more

Update on sudden death in Whangārei

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are referring a Whangārei woman’s death over the weekend to the Coroner. The woman’s death was initially treated as unexplained, after she was located deceased at a Moody Avenue address in Whau Valley on Saturday evening. Police can advise a post-mortem examination was carried out earlier today. Following … Read more

Kim Yew Integrated Celebrates 40 Years With $68,000 Donation To The Business Times Budding Artists Fund

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 January 2025 – Led by a new management and board since 2021, Kim Yew Integrated marked its 40th anniversary with a $68,000 donation to The Business Times Budding Artists Fund (BT BAF) at a celebration on 18 January 2025. Kim Yew Integrated is a leading … Read more

Police make arrest over Middlemore firearms incident

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) One man faces court, as the Police investigation continues into a firearms incident outside an Auckland hospital. Counties Manukau CIB have been investigating since 4 January when a firearm was allegedly fired from a vehicle at Middlemore Hospital. Detective Inspector Shaun Vickers says it was fortunate that no one … Read more

Waitangi ki Manukau

Source: Auckland Council Waitangi ki Manukau 2025: Exploring the Treaty, culture and music for Te Tiriti o Waitangi with headliners Dam Native, MAJIC, and Jordyn with a Why.  Get ready for a show-stopping, free, community celebration at Waitangi ki Manukau 2025, taking place on Thursday 6 February 2025, at Barry Curtis Park.   Hosted by Auckland … Read more

Weather News – Heavy Rain returns to the North – MetService

Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 20 – Tuesday 21 January – Heavy rain and strong winds return to the north of New Zealand. MetService warns of strengthening easterly winds, heavy rain and the potential for thunderstorms from Monday afternoon and into Tuesday across Northland, Auckland and the Coromandel. During Tuesday afternoon the rain spreads into … Read more

Two to appear in court following search warrants, Southland

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Two vehicles have been impounded and their drivers facing charges following search warrants in Southland. Police executed simultaneous search warrants on Friday 17 January at addresses in the Tuatapere and Winton areas following an incident on Tuesday 5 November 2024. At around 6.50pm, Police received a report of a … Read more

Waitangi Day festivities in Tāmaki Makaurau

Source: Auckland Council February marks one of the most important days in the calendar for Aotearoa New Zealand.  Waitangi Day commemorates the day when 183 years ago, several Māori chiefs signed Te Tiriti o Waitangi; the founding documents of our nation.   This day holds great significance in Aotearoa as a day to remember Te Tiriti … Read more

Have your say on proposed changes to Auckland’s dog rules

Source: Auckland Council It is time to unleash your views on proposed changes to Auckland’s dog rules. You can have your say by taking part in the 5-week consultation from Monday 20 January until Sunday 23 February.  The changes being proposed are part of a regular review of Auckland’s dog policy, Dog Management Bylaw and … Read more

Business – ‘Minister for the South Island’ welcomed by Business Canterbury

Source: Business Canterbury Business Canterbury welcomes news that Rangitata MP, James Meager will step into a newly created Minister for the South Island role. The portfolio, which will likely mirror that of the Auckland portfolio and act as an advocacy and coordination role, will be a step in the right direction for ensuring an all of … Read more

Tech and Business – New Teletrac Navman Asset Trackers Set Benchmark with One-time Install and Indoor Tracking

Source: Botica Butler Raudon for Teletrac Navman Ten-year battery life provides for one-time install, continuous tracking of assets without disruption; assets viewed via TN360 platform   Auckland, 20 January 2025 – Teletrac Navman, a leading connected mobility platform and Vontier company, has unveiled significant updates to its asset tracker portfolio, with the launch of one-time … Read more

Fire Safety – Temporary fire ban ends in Te Tai Tokerau Northland

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand After suspending fire permits earlier this week, Fire and Emergency New Zealand is now allowing fire permits already issued to be used again from 8 am Monday 20 January. This decision returns Te Tai Tokerau to a restricted fire season, which means outdoor fires can only be lit with fire … Read more

Update: search for missing jetskier, Lake Taupō

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) The search for the missing jetskier on Lake Taupō has resumed this morning. Last night, the Police National Dive Squad arrived and made an initial search, along with a Police drone operator, and Police Search and Rescue staff. The Dive Squad will redeploy later this morning, with assistance from … Read more

‘Shocking’ revelations: the tūi, the pōhutukawa, and the mystery of south Titirangi

Source: Auckland Council For two summers, south Titirangi locals were left scratching their heads over an unsettling sight: an alarming number of dead tūī beneath the same majestic pōhutukawa tree. As the tree burst into its iconic crimson bloom, attracting a chorus of nectar-feeding birds, it also seemed to be the site of an ‘“avian … Read more

Cobble skinks beat the odds and fly home

Source: Department of Conservation Date:  20 January 2025 It comes after a DOC ranger surveying coastal areas near their original habitat found new populations of these skinks, with one significant site estimated to hold over 22,000. The release took place on the 15 of January with representatives of Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae, DOC and Auckland … Read more

One man raced to court following theft, Invercargill

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A group of elite cyclists attending a national cycling event in Invercargill managed to add an extra race they had not anticipated to their weekend, says Sergeant Geoff Sutherland. While the group were enjoying a meal after one of their races on Saturday, they witnessed an opportunistic thief take … Read more

Police investigating Hutt Valley Death

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are investigating the death of a man in Wellington Hospital yesterday, following an altercation in Boulcott in December. The man was transported to Wellington hospital with a brain injury following an altercation with another person at Hutt Hospital, Friday 27 December. Police are working to determine the full … Read more

Delays expected following Glenbrook crash

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Motorists are being advised to expect delays following a crash in Glenbrook this morning. The two vehicle crash, at the intersection of Wyner and Glenbrook Roads, was reported to Police at 5.50am. One person has been transported to hospital in a moderate condition. Motorists are being advised to expect … Read more

Water rescue, Lake Taupō

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Senior Sergeant Andy Livingstone, Taupō Police: Police received a report about 12:40pm today of a person or people on a jetski in trouble, on Lake Taupō off Acacia Bay. While one person and the jetski made it to shore with assistance from Police and Taupō Coastguard, a … Read more