David vs the Media: Has Seymour gone too far?

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Source: Radio New Zealand David Seymour RNZ / Mark Papalii A law professor and a media expert say David Seymour has gone too far in public attacks against RNZ and TVNZ. They’ve warned jabs at the media will continue as the election draws closer, and could erode public trust. The deputy Prime Minister and ACT … Read more

Stark climate warnings: The hypothetical is now our reality, experts say

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ A major report highlighting the risks of climate change to almost every facet of New Zealand life is a “big wake-up call”, climate researchers say. One is calling for a war-time approach to climate adaptation, saying partisanship must be removed from crucial decisions about costs. The Climate Change Commission’s national … Read more

Huawei’s Bangkok Launch Ignites All-Scenario Intelligence, Opening a New Chapter of Smart Life

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Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2026 – On May 7, 2026, Huawei held the “Now Is Your Spark” global product launch in Bangkok, Thailand, where they officially unveiled the HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max, HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series, HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 Racing Legend Edition, and other … Read more

Defence News – NZDF concludes Papua New Guinea deployment

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Source: New Zealand Defence Force The Royal New Zealand Air Force’s (RNZAF) No. 3 Squadron has wrapped up a busy 20 days in Papua New Guinea (PNG), finishing with two days of trooping and air sniper training with PNG and Australian militaries. The activities were carried out with the Papua New Guinea Defence Force’s (PNGDF), … Read more

Asendia and Singapore Post Form Strategic Partnership to Strengthen APAC Cross-Border E-commerce Gateway

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Source: Media Outreach PARIS, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2026 – Asendia, the international e-commerce and mail specialist, today announced a strategic partnership with Singapore Post (SingPost), a leading postal and e-commerce logistics provider. The partnership will strengthen cross-border e-commerce logistics capabilities, enhancing delivery performance, scalability and market access for businesses shipping … Read more

Regulation Minister ordering review of solar panel installation

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Source: Radio New Zealand David Seymour visiting Electric Cherries near Cromwell on Thursday. RNZ / Katie Todd The Regulation Minister is taking aim at what he says is excessive red tape around rooftop solar that makes it too hard for home-owners and businesses to set up panels. David Seymour is ordering a review of the … Read more

David Seymour says changes are coming for RNZ leadership, RNZ Board disagrees

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Mark Papalii David Seymour has intensified his attacks on the country’s state broadcasters, suggesting changes are coming for RNZ’s leadership as the government reshapes its board. In response, RNZ staunchly defended its editorial independence and warned against political interference, noting such commentary risked undermining public trust and confidence in … Read more

OECD report suggests raft of reforms to help New Zealand economy

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Source: Radio New Zealand The OECD report called for changes to the electricity sector to break its reliance on costly natural gas which has underpinned high prices. RNZ / Robin Martin OECD says NZ economy recovering slowly, faces Iran conflict based challenges to growth and inflation Poor productivity, high debt, weak investment hold back growth … Read more

DP World Secures Laem Chabang Concession Extension Amid Rising Intra-Asia Trade

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Source: Media Outreach The five-year extension ensures operational continuity at one of Thailand’s leading container terminals, supporting the country’s expanding role in intra-Asian trade BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2026 – DP World, through its joint venture Laem Chabang International Terminal Co., Ltd. (LCIT), has secured a five-year concession extension to … Read more

Mirah Investment & Development Announces Strategic Partnership with RV Capital Across Portfolio of Hospitality Brands

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Source: Media Outreach Investment spans equity positions in both SOMOSHOTELS and Cocana Resorts, with plans to bring the brands to five additional locations across Asia. BALI, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2026 – Mirah Investment & Development, a Bali-based hospitality development and management group with an active portfolio spanning branded residences, hotels … Read more

The New Zealand scientist hoping to bring the Norfolk Island snail back from the brink of extinction

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Source: Radio New Zealand The Campbell’s keeled glass-snail is endemic to Norfolk Island. Lucas James/DCCEEW A New Zealand scientist is hoping to bring an Australian snail back from the brink of extinction. The Campbell’s keeled glass-snail is endemic to Norfolk Island, which is around 1100 kilometres northwest of Auckland. It was rediscovered in 2020 after … Read more

Solomon Islands PM Jeremiah Manele ousted

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Source: Radio New Zealand Jeremiah Manele was elected prime minister in May 2024. Screengrab / National Parliament of Solomon Islands Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has been ousted following a no-confidence vote in Honiara on Thursday. Manele was voted out by 26 votes to 22 in parliament. There were two absentees. Manele will remain … Read more

Steve Lancaster last-man standing after global search fails to find NZ Rugby boss

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Source: Radio New Zealand Steve Lancaster is New Zealand Rugby’s new CEO. Photosport After searching the globe for a new CEO, New Zealand Rugby finally came to the conclusion that the best person was right under their nose. The New Zealand Rugby Board has confirmed Steve Lancaster as the organisation’s new chief executive. Lancaster was … Read more

Caleb Clarke ready for Crusaders ‘mental test’ as Blues face Christchurch fortress

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Source: Radio New Zealand Caleb Clarke grew up imbedded in the Crusaders and Blues rivalry. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz Caleb Clarke had little chance of becoming a Crusaders fan. His father, Eroni, was a member of the inaugural Blues squad in 1996, and Clarke inherited his old man’s heated rivalry with Canterbury. So when Clarke had thoughts … Read more

Dr. Terence Tan, Medical Director of Halley Body Slimming Clinic, Shares Insights on the Evolving Role of Doctors in Medical Weight Management and GLP-1 RAs at Symposium

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2026 – Dr. Terence Tan, Medical Director of Halley Medical Aesthetics and Halley Body Slimming Clinic, shared his clinical insights on integrating Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists (GLP-1 RAs) into everyday practice at the symposium “Optimising Longevity and Weight Management with GLP-1 RAs”. The event … Read more

The Marketing Society and Ekimetrics Launch ‘The CMO Tension Report’

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Source: Media Outreach New report finds the real source of CMO complexity is not external but organisational, reframing modern marketing leadership as, at its core, a decision problem HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2026 – The Marketing Society, in partnership with marketing effectiveness consultancy Ekimetrics, today launches The CMO Tension … Read more

David Seymour says changes are coming for RNZ leadership, RNZ disagrees

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Mark Papalii David Seymour has intensified his attacks on the country’s state broadcasters, suggesting changes are coming for RNZ’s leadership as the government reshapes its board. In response, RNZ staunchly defended its editorial independence and warned against political interference, noting such commentary risked undermining public trust and confidence in … Read more

DITP unveils “Reimagining Thailand” Vision at Thai Night Cannes 2026, Positioning Thailand as a Future Global Content Partner

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Source: Media Outreach CANNES, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2026 – The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, hosted “Thai Night Cannes 2026” under the theme “Reimagining Thailand” at the Cannes Film Festival, highlighting Thailand’s new direction in the global entertainment and creative economy, and reinforcing its position on … Read more

Grandmother’s anger after buses refuse student who forgot wallet

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Source: Radio New Zealand File image. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly A woman says her young grandchild was left stranded and in tears after she forgot her wallet on the way to school and no buses would take her. Monica Genet said her granddaughter was trying to get from Auckland’s Pt Chevalier to school in Ponsonby … Read more

Lego able to continue trademark battle against Zuru after Supreme Court approval

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Source: Radio New Zealand The dispute is around a simple phrase printed on packaging of Zuru’s own-brand MAX Build More plastic brick building kits: “LEGO® BRICK COMPATIBLE.” Pixabay A long-running trademark battle between New Zealand-founded toy company Zuru and global giant Lego will go on after the Supreme Court approved Lego’s application to take further … Read more

Rents down, but take care before you ask your landlord for a drop, Realestate.co.nz says

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Source: Radio New Zealand The drops would no doubt come as welcome news for renters, Realestate.co.nz says. RNZ / Quin Tauetau Rents have fallen in most parts of New Zealand, according to Realestate.co.nz Its latest data shows the national average asking rental price in April was $631 a week. That was down from $640 at … Read more

Government Cuts – Proposed cuts at Maritime NZ will make our waters less safe – PSA

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Source: PSA A proposal to disestablish more than 30 roles at Maritime New Zealand will seriously diminish its ability to prevent injuries and deaths on our waters. Based on the change proposal documents, the PSA understands the country’s maritime regulator is proposing to cut a net of 34 roles working in harm prevention, investigations, legal, policy, … Read more

Fire and Emergency New Zealand reminds public to be extra careful when strike action takes place

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Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is warning the public that the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) will be undertaking a strike tomorrow, Friday 7 May, between midday and 1pm. The NZPFU has indicated its intention to continue twice-weekly strikes. “I want to reassure the public that all 111 calls … Read more

Global Governance Report Highlights Future Shock Risks as Democratic Accountability Slips and State Capacity Plateaus

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Source: Media Outreach LOS ANGELES, US – Newsaktuell – 7 May 2026 – The newly released 2026 Berggruen Governance Index (BGI) paints a mixed picture of global governance heading into a future of mounting shocks, finding widespread gains in public-goods provision from 2000 to 2023 even as democratic accountability edged down and state capacity showed … Read more

Ministry of Social Development not following its own policy in 3 abuse in care cases court rules

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Source: Radio New Zealand Lydia Oosterhoff who is a human rights lawyer and principal at Wellington law firm Cooper Legal sought a judicial review of the MSD’s decisions relating to three people. Jimmy Ellingham Court ruling shows Ministry of Social Development was not following its own policy when it turned down abuse in care compensation … Read more