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Source: New Zealand Police Police will speak to the media today following the guilty verdict this afternoon in the High Court at Christchurch. The stand-up will be held at 5:30pm at the Christchurch Justice and Emergency Services Precinct, 20 Lichfield Street, Christchurch. Media are asked to please RSVP to media@police.govt.nz ENDS Issued by Police Media…
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has today introduced the Disability Support Services Bill to Parliament, providing clarity and stability to the system which supports thousands of disabled New Zealanders. “Disability Support Services (DSS) plays a vital role in people’s lives, but it’s been operating without a clear legislative foundation,” Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston says. “This…
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – Sequencio Therapeutics, a subsidiary of CK Life Sciences Int’l., (Holdings) Inc. (“CK Life Sciences”, Stock Code: 0775) today announced the appointment of Emily Tan as Chief Operating Officer. A 30-year biopharmaceutical veteran, Ms Tan will oversee the company’s global operations … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Creating a Global Pride Month Phenomenon Through Collaboration, Creativity, and Celebration Across Bangkok BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – Siam Piwat Group, a leading real estate and retail developer—owner and operator of global destinations including Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery, and a joint-venture partner of … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Tech Giants Microsoft, Adobe, BytePlus, HP, and iFLYTEK Headline the Event; Over 10,000 Professional Visits Expected to Bridge the “Deployment Gap” through High-Impact Exhibitions, Strategic Summits, and Hands-on Skills Labs HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – 2026 represents a definitive turning point as Artificial Intelligence transitions … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Midtown’s mojo continues to build as major transport, public realm, and development milestones are met ahead of the City Rail Link opening later this year. From new bus connections and streetscape upgrades to wastewater works, station testing and private investment, April has marked another step forward for one of Auckland’s fastest-changing neighbourhoods. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police welcome a Christchurch High Court jury’s ruling that the death of Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming was an act of murder. Today, the 33-year-old offender was found guilty of murder and wounding with intent causing grievous bodily harm. Commissioner Richard Chambers acknowledged the verdicts. “The loss of Lyn continues to feel … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Pilot Tim Brown (left) and guide Sean Roach named as two dead in Mt Aspiring helicopter crash. SUPPLIED Pilot Tim Brown and guide Sean Roach have been named as the pair who died in a helicopter crash in Mt Aspiring National Park. The helicopter, a Eurocopter AS350 B3, belonged to The … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The government will spend $131 million on improving students’ reading, writing and maths in this year’s budget, the Education Minister Erica Stanford says. Stanford made the pre-Budget announcement alongside Prime Minister Christopher Luxon at Boulcott School in Lower Hutt on Monday. Another 12 initiatives as part of primary and intermediate school … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand America’s Cup winner and Olympic gold medallist Blair Tuke. PHOTOSPORT America’s Cup winner and Olympic gold medallist Blair Tuke says the government should scrap its Fisheries legislation. Tuke was speaking to the Primary Production select committee on behalf of the Live Ocean Foundation alongside ultramarathon swimmer Jono Ridler in response to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand NZ Breakers looking for new coach after parting ways with Petteri Koponen after two seasons. Blake Armstrong/Photosport The off-season coaching turnover in the Australian NBL reached new heights when two more teams joined the recruitment process for a head coach in recent weeks. The New Zealand Breakers have been working to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Marika Khabazi New Zealand First might want the government to buy back BNZ and meld it with Kiwibank to create a banking competitor to take on the Australian big banks – but there’s limited evidence that it would work. NZ First leader Winston Peters said at the weekend that … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf.com An Auckland police officer has been charged in relation to an alleged family harm incident. Court documents seen by RNZ claim the 38-year-old police officer assaulted a person he was in a family relationship with in October 2025. Do you know more? Email sam.sherwood@rnz.co.nz Auckland City District Commander Superintendent Sunny … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Modern, high-quality new homes have been delivered for military families ahead of schedule and under budget, Defence Minister Chris Penk says. The first homes built through the Homes for Families programme were officially opened with a ribbon-cutting at Linton Military Camp in Manawatū today. “Just seven months after shovels hit the ground, I am delighted to join in celebrating the opening of 23 new homes for military families, including eight at Linton … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police To be attributed to Acting Inspector Mel Robertson, Southland Area Prevention Manager: Police are investigating after a motorcycle crash in Strathern, Invercargill yesterday (17 May). At around 7.15am, officers observed a motorcyclist riding without a helmet on Pomona Street and signalled him to stop. The motorcyclist initially complied, coming to a … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Featuring close to 450 exhibitors, SIWW Water Expo connects global technology providers with ASEAN project owners and buyers to advance scalable solutions for water, energy and urban infrastructure systems SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – Trade visitor registration is now open for the 11th edition of the Singapore … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are urging the public to stay vigilant following recent vehicle offending across Dunedin. Around 1.30pm, Police saw a vehicle that had been reported stolen on South Road. When signalled to stop, the driver fled and due to the manner of driving, Police did not pursue the vehicle. Senior Sergeant Brian … Read more
Source: Auckland Council Glenfield town centre is set to become safer, more connected and more welcoming thanks to a series of upgrades approved by the Kaipātiki Local Board. The improvements will focus on key public spaces around Kaipātiki Park, Downing Street Reserve and Bentley Avenue, helping create better walking connections and more inviting areas for … Read more
Source: Media Outreach From stunning character topiaries at Floral Fantasy to nostalgic outdoor fun inspired by Winnie the Pooh and friends, a whole day of Disney fun awaits families at the Gardens SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – This June, Singapore’s iconic horticultural attraction Gardens by the Bay invites families to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The government will spend $131 million on improving students’ reading, writing and maths in this year’s budget, the Education Minister Erica Stanford says. Stanford made the pre-Budget announcement alongside Prime Minister Christopher Luxon at Boulcott School in Lower Hutt on Monday. They revealed 12 initiatives as part of the government’s “generational … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Hayden Donald Jason Tasker. The Press / Iain McGregor High Court jurors have been told they need to be sure the man who killed a Nelson police officer had murderous intent when he drove at her to find him guilty of murder. Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming and Senior Sergeant Adam Ramsay … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Utilities and airport software firm Gentrack’s first half net profit is down 29 percent (file photo). www.123rf.com Utilities and airport software firm Gentrack’s first half net profit is down 29 percent, though growth in recurring revenue was expected to continue to grow. The net profit for the six months to March … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Briton Nikora AAP / Photosport Kiwi forward Briton Nikora will make his State of Origin debut next week after being named in the Queensland team. Nikora is the first Kiwi international to be allowed to play in rugby league’s biggest showpiece after a change in eligibility rules. The Australian Rugby League … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The crash happened in Mt Aspiring National Park. AFP The Transport Accident Investigation Commission has opened an inquiry into a fatal helicopter crash in Mt Aspiring National Park involving a company owned by members of the Wallis family. The two people who died in the crash on Sunday morning were the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Asian staff constitute the second-largest group of officers in the country’s penitentiaries. RNZ / Blessen Tom A third deputy chief executive at Corrections is under scrutiny with concerns raised about their leadership. RNZ earlier revealed deputy chief executive Leigh Marsh was under investigation over allegations of bullying. It was then revealed … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A thief allegedly drilled a hole into a large vegetable truck’s fuel tank at Wilson’s Vege farm shop in Winton on Thursday morning. SUPPLIED/WILSON’S VEGES Thieves after fuel targeted a vegetable stall and a mechanic’s workshop around the rural Southland township of Winton within a 12-hour period last week. New Zealand … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Winston Peters. RNZ / Mark Papalii Winston Peters’ threat to nationalise a major Australian-owned bank would send a “bad signal” to potential foreign investors, a veteran economic analyst says. Peters’ party NZ First said if re-elected in November it would merge BNZ and Kiwibank under state ownership. BNZ was sold by … Read more