RSA – Restored WWI nurse’s headstone reveals a story lost for decades

Source: New Zealand Remembrance Army, Horowhenua College,  Levin RSA More than 60 years after key parts of her wartime story were lost from view, one of New Zealand’s pioneering military nurses is set to be honoured again, this time with the full recognition she earned. On Saturday, a restored headstone for Sister Ethel Maude Thomas … Read more

Legal Appointments – Seasoned technology leader to drive digital and AI strategy at MinterEllisonRuddWatts

Source: MinterEllisonRuddWatts MinterEllisonRuddWatts has appointed Mike Grenfell as its new Chief Information Officer, effective August 2026, further strengthening the firm’s capability in technology, digital transformation and AI. Mike Grenfell is a highly experienced technology leader with more than 15 years in C-suite roles, primarily within the financial services sector. He brings a strong track record of … Read more

Transport – Diesel prices fall but still scope to fall further

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Road freight association Transporting New Zealand is welcoming the price of diesel falling under $2 a litre at some truck stops, the lowest price since the beginning of March before the war with Iran began. “Fuel prices have been steadily falling on the back of lower commodity prices which … Read more

Property Market – First home buyers take larger share of subdued NZ housing market – Cotality

Source: Cotality First-home buyers have become an increasingly dominant force in New Zealand’s housing market, boosting purchase volumes and their market share as overall sales activity remains subdued amid economic uncertainty. Cotality’s NZ Monthly Housing Chart Pack shows property sales volumes fell for a fifth consecutive month in May, down -8.3% compared to the same month … Read more

Have you seen Emily?

Source: New Zealand Police Police are urgently seeking information on the whereabouts of Emily. The 13-year-old girl from Opaheke was reported missing on the afternoon of 24 June. Police believe Emily was in the area near Sylvia Park in the early hours of this morning. Police and Emily’s family are concerned for her welfare, and…

SCG Showcases Green Innovations and Low-Carbon Cement at Cemtech Asia 2026, Reinforcing ASEAN Leadership and Commitment to the Net Zero Pathway

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 June 2026 – SCG, ASEAN’s leading low-carbon cement manufacturer, co-hosted Cemtech ASIA 2026, a world-class conference and exhibition for the global cement sector held from June 14 to 17, 2026. Driven by a shared commitment to accelerating low-carbon transition and achieving Net Zero goals, … Read more

New East Wing opens at Taranaki Base Hospital

Source: New Zealand Government Taranaki patients will benefit from significantly improved hospital care with the official opening of Taranaki Base Hospital’s New East Wing, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey say. “The Taranaki Base Hospital redevelopment is a critical investment in modernising healthcare for the people of Taranaki,” Mr Brown says.…

Man charged over alleged indecent assaults

Source: New Zealand Police A west Auckland man has been charged in an investigation into alleged offending at a therapy clinic. Waitematā Police have been investigating alleged offending and made an arrest this month. Detective Senior Sergeant Ryan Bunting, Waitematā West Area Investigations Manager, says a male aged in his 40s has been charged with…

High hazards newsletter – June 2026

Source: Worksafe New Zealand 25 June 2026 In this issue of the WorkSafe High Hazards newsletter we cover: New technical bulletin: When to notify WorkSafe about safety-critical element failures or damage A reminder for territorial authorities Inspection insights and trends Incident trends New management of change guidance available from the IChemE Safety Centre A personal…

DOC calls for sightings of entangled whale

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  25 June 2026 DOC received a report of a southern right whale/tohorā entangled with a large pink buoy about five nautical miles off Pukekura/Taiaroa Head on Tuesday afternoon. A team of DOC staff and mana whenua searched the area thoroughly by boat yesterday but couldn’t find the whale or the…

Redress System for Abuse in Care Bill passes third reading

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to protect the integrity of the State redress system passed its third reading today, Lead Coordination Minister for the Government’s Response to the Royal Commission’s Report into Historical Abuse in State Care and in the Care of Faith-based Institutions, Erica Stanford says. “The Redress System for Abuse in Care Bill…

$215 million boost from new travel option

Source: New Zealand Government Travellers arriving on a new, simpler travel option for eligible Chinese and Pacific visitors have already brought $215 million into New Zealand’s economy in only six months, a new analysis has found. Since launching in November 2025, the 12‑month visa waiver trial for eligible Chinese and Pacific people travelling from Australia…

American Rare Earths (ARE) to Appoint Veteran Miner Matthew Gili as Non-Executive Director

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) The appointment of a CEO from a NYSE American-listed mining company will further strengthen ARE’s Board as it progresses its planned Nasdaq listing. Mr Gili brings deep Wyoming, hydrometallurgical and mine development expertise to the largest known rare earth deposit in the United States.   HIGHLIGHTS Matthew D. Gili B.Eng, BSc to … Read more

Primary Industries New Zealand Summit

Source: New Zealand Government It is a genuine pleasure to join you at this important Agriculture Conference — a key gathering for our primary sector as we look ahead to the opportunities and challenges shaping rural New Zealand’s future. I want to acknowledge our MC Rowena, and all the industry leaders and representatives here today…

Mannings Continues “Safe Disposal of Unused Medicines Programme” for the Fourth Year Partnering with Community Organisations to Expand Network to 75 Collection Points

Source: Media Outreach Free Medication Counselling Service to Prevent Misuse of Medicines and Protect Public Health HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2026 – Mannings is launching its “Safe Disposal of Unused Medicines Programme” for the fourth consecutive year. This year, the programme further expands its collection network through collaboration with … Read more

Universities – Music in surgery: harmony or discord? – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Surgeons’ music choices can shape how teams feel and work, new research from the University of Auckland shows. The study, published in Scientific Reports, reveals that different sounds can bring teams together or create tension, boost confidence or distract, and even signal how a procedure is progressing. Lead researcher Dr Anantha … Read more

World Vision – COMMUNITY SPONSORSHIP FOR REFUGEES SHOULD NOT BE AT THE EXPENSE OF THE REFUGEE QUOTA

Source: World Vision World Vision New Zealand welcomes today’s announcement to make the Community Organisation Refugee Sponsorship programme permanent. The Associate Minister for Immigration, Hon. Casey Costello, today announced that the programme which enables community groups to sponsor and support the resettlement of refugees, will be reinstated from July 1, 2026. The programme will enable the … Read more

Culture and Heritage – Long-awaited National Erebus Memorial begins construction

Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage Construction has started on the National Erebus Memorial, marking a significant step forward in honouring the 257 people who lost their lives in the Mt Erebus disaster on 28 November 1979. The start of construction was marked on Monday with a site blessing and ceremonial sod turning, attended by Erebus … Read more

HKSTP Leads Largest-Ever Hong Kong Delegation to BIO 2026 Showcasing Life and Health Tech Strength

Source: Media Outreach 41 local tech firms, institutes and university spin-offs head to San Diego to forge global partnerships, reinforcing the city’s status as international healthcare innovation hub HONG KONG SAR/SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), in collaboration with InvestHK … Read more

Vinpearl secures USD 255 million from international investors, affirming long-term growth prospects

Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2026 – Vinpearl Joint Stock Company announced the successful closing of a USD 255 million strategic investment from SeaTown Private Credit Fund III, a private credit fund managed by SeaTown Holdings International (SeaTown), and Oman Investment Authority (OIA), Vietnam Oman Investment (VOI). This … Read more

VEC forges strategic partnerships with leading industry players to advance international exhibitions and events in Vietnam

Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2026 – Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) has signed strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with leading partners in the exhibition, events, and trade promotion sectors, including Informa Markets, NC Network, Exporum, Vinexad, Chaoyu Expo, and the Vietnam Exhibition & Convention Association (VECA). These partnerships … Read more

Matrix Robotics Debuts at Dalian Summer Davos as Sole Humanoid Robotics Service Provider, with MATRIX-3 Serving Global Attendees as an AI Barista

Source: Media Outreach DALIAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2026 – The World Economic Forum’s 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions, also known as Summer Davos, opened on June 23 at the Dalian International Conference Center. Held under the theme “Innovating at Scale,” the forum brought together more than 1,700 leaders … Read more

Well Link Life Successfully Issued USD200mm 10-year Tier 2 Capital Bonds

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2026 – Well Link Life Insurance Company Limited (“Well Link Life”, BBB- by S&P / BBB by Fitch) successfully issued USD200mm 10-year (Non-callable 5-year) Tier 2 capital bonds (“the Bonds”) in the international market. The Bonds have a coupon rate of 7.875%, … Read more

HKPC Leads Four Hong Kong I&T Enterprises to Paris VivaTech 2026 Leveraging Hong Kong’s “Two-Way Springboard” Strategic Advantage to Accelerate Global Markets Connections

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 June 2026 – Paris VivaTech 2026, Europe’s largest startup and technology event, has successfully concluded. The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) led four top Hong Kong innovation and technology (I&T) enterprises in a strong showing, presenting Hong Kong’s cutting-edge technologies in emerging and … Read more