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Source: DESTINATION QUEENSTOWN & LAKE WĀNAKA TOURISM Queenstown & Wānaka New Zealand (1 July 2026) Queenstown and Wānaka have taken another step onto the global culinary stage, with local restaurants receiving outstanding recognition in the MICHELIN Guide. Five restaurants across the two destinations received coveted MICHELIN Stars, including two stars for Queenstown’s Essence – the only … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now name the man who died following a crash on State Highway 1, near Grenada North, on Friday 19 June. He was Gregory David Diggins, 62, from Lower Hutt. Police extend our condolences to Gregory’s family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash…
Source: New Zealand Government Every mainland council in New Zealand now has an approved water services delivery plan under Local Water Done Well, marking a major milestone in delivering more reliable and financially sustainable water services for ratepayers, Local Government Minister Simon Watts says. The milestone follows the approval of Waitaki District Council’s amended water…
Source: New Zealand Government Groundbreaking research in neonatal care that has saved thousands of lives worldwide is recognised among the winners of the 2025 Prime Minister’s Science Prizes. Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Penny Simmonds congratulated the recipients at the awards in Wellington last night, recognising the impact of their work. “These awards do more…
Source: New Zealand Police A night of alleged car thefts ended with spiked tyres and a ride in a Police car for four Northland youths. At around 10pm on Sunday 28 June, Police received a stolen vehicle report from a residential address in Kaikohe. Far North Area Commander, Inspector John Fagan, says area searches were…
Source: New Zealand Government Today marks a major step toward a smarter, more practical anti-money laundering system, with the Department of Internal Affairs becoming New Zealand’s single AML/CFT regulator, says Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee. “Around 1,200 businesses will move under DIA’s supervision, bringing all of the approximately 6,100 reporting entities under one regulator. That…
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery Mark Mitchell has today welcomed a major milestone in New Zealand’s public safety sector with the launch of SafetyNet Critical Communications (SafetyNet). SafetyNet, a new independent Crown company, replaces Next Generation Critical Communications (NGCC). With an expanded mandate, SafetyNet will help strengthen New Zealand’s emergency…
Source: New Zealand Police Hawke’s Bay Police are seeking Anthony Ngapera, who has warrants for his arrest. Ngapera, aged 41, is considered dangerous and should not be approached by members of the public. If you see him, or have any information on his whereabouts, please contact Police via 111 and quote file number 260623/6965. Information…
Source: New Zealand Government The Regulatory Standards Act is in effect, and the Regulatory Standards Board is taking complaints from Kiwis about bad regulations, Regulation Minister David Seymour says. “Today is a historic day for Kiwis’ rights, because the Regulatory Standards Act and Board now protects them,” Mr Seymour says. “The Regulatory Standards Act (2025)…
Source: New Zealand Government Grieving parents who are coping with stillbirth will be able to register their baby through a dedicated website, Whetūrangitia, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “Losing a baby is a deeply traumatic and heartbreaking experience. Before today, on top of dealing with that grief, families had to complete stillborn registrations through…
Source: New Zealand Government New rules come into force today requiring the large power companies to provide customers with power plans that reflect the different costs of electricity throughout the day, giving customers more choice and helping to make power bills more affordable, Energy Minister Simeon Brown says. “The big power companies generate power for…
Source: New Zealand Police Southern District Police would like to remind motorists to take care on the roads this morning due to the icy conditions. There have been a number of crashes occurring within the district, especially in Roxburgh, Lumsden, the Dunedin Southern Motorway, and Cromwell. Please remember to slow down, drive to the conditions,…
Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised to expect delays following two separate crashes on the Greenhithe Bridge this morning. Police received a report of a three-vehicle crash, near the Squadron Drive off-ramp at about 7.24am. A secondary crash occurred shortly afterwards a short distance back up the hill. The motorway has been closed…
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say Fisheries New Zealand is proposing amendments to the Fisheries (E-logbook User Instructions and Codes) Circular. The circular covers specific reporting requirements for commercial fishing permit holders, including codes available for the reporting of fish returned to the sea. The proposed changes are to clarify how permit…
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Update – 29 June 2026 Webinar schedule released Have your say The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is seeking feedback on 4 options to improve equine identification and traceability. We want to improve New Zealand’s ability to respond quickly and effectively to equine disease outbreaks to minimise the impact…
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries NZ Muscle Ltd is recalling NZ Muscle Creatine and No Brand Creatine due to the possible presence of an undeclared allergen (milk) as part of New Zealand Food Safety’s ongoing investigation into the company’s products. “The concern with this product is that the label does not warn people who…
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) welcomes your feedback on the proposed amended Food Notice: Requirements for Recognised Agencies and Persons. This consultation opened on 9 June and closes on 7 July 2026. What we are proposing The Food Notice: Requirements for Recognised Agencies and Persons…
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) invites comment on the proposed new import health standard (IHS) for microorganisms, biological products derived from animals, and cell lines. The IHS will use this shortcode: MOBIOCELL.ALL. The proposed IHS will cover most, if not all, animal products imported for…
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) invites comment on a proposed new IHS for Specified Animal Products for Human Use. The IHS will use this shortcode: SPECHUMN.ALL. It includes some new commodities and will replace the IHS for Specified Animal Products and several outdated standards for meat…
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say Fisheries New Zealand is seeking feedback on proposed changes to sustainability measures for a range of fish stocks as part of the 2026 October sustainability round. We invite feedback from tangata whenua, stakeholders, and the public on these proposed changes. About the proposed changes Fisheries New…
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say New Zealand Food Safety is proposing changes to the Animal Products Notice: Official Assurance Requirements. The notice specifies requirements for issuing, controlling, and obtaining official assurances for animal material and animal products. Consultation started on 25 June and will close at 5pm on 9 July 2026.…
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash in Pahiatua yesterday. Emergency services were called to a single vehicle crash at the intersection of Huxley Street and Wakefield Street about 12.15pm. One person was located in a critical condition and transported to hospital. Sadly, despite best efforts by medical professionals, the person…
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Source: Media Outreach HANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 June 2026 – The inaugural AI+OPC Innovation and Development Conference was held from June 29 to 30 in Shangcheng District, Hangzhou, capital city of east China’s Zhejiang Province. Centered on one-person company (OPC), a new form of smart economy in the AI era, the … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Rated AAA on the China national scale by Lianhe and recently ranked 398th on Forbes Global 2000, up from 1007th in 2022 · Milestone marked by a gong ceremony at the Connect Hall, Hong Kong Stock Exchange, on 30 June 2026 BUDAPEST, HUNGARY and HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has delivered on its commitment to crack down on boy racers, fleeing drivers, and other antisocial road users, with Parliament passing the Antisocial Road Use Legislation Amendment Bill, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say. “At present, the consequences for antisocial driving behaviour have not been…