IMPEX 2026 returns as Hong Kong’s largest immigration and property expo on 18-19 April, expanding its focus on global mobility and asset planning

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Source: Media Outreach Asset Mix Shifts, Australia Overtakes Britain In Migration Appeal, Southeast Asia Interest DoublesHeadline Seminars: Shih Wing-Ching On Capital Flows, Wu Kwok Wai On Overseas Property PitfallsExperts Tackle Migration Myths, Wealth-Transfer Risks And Low-Cost Retirement OptionsFree Admission And Seminar Seats Are Limited – Register Now HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – … Read more

Scientists left ‘homeless’ after government’s job cuts, advocates say

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ This story discusses suicide. An unemployed scientist says she’s seen colleagues left homeless and suicidal because of job cuts. A group of science organisations, the Save Science Coalition, said that government cuts since the 2023 election has led to the loss of about 700 roles and the withdrawal of hundreds … Read more

$86 billion Super Fund failed to properly address human rights, court rules

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Source: Radio New Zealand The court also ordered the crown entity to pay PSNA’s legal costs. RNZ / Dan Cook The managers of the country’s $86 billion Super Fund failed to properly address human rights issues when considering whether to exclude companies from its investments, the High Court has found Justice Simon Mount granted an … Read more

SH73 Candys Bend resilience project getting underway

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Source: New Zealand Government A major resilience project on State Highway 73 (SH73) at Candys Bend between Christchurch and the West Coast is getting underway to repair a damaged retaining wall, says Transport Minister Chris Bishop. “State Highway 73 (SH73) between Christchurch and the West Coast is relied upon for freight, tourism, business connections and … Read more

Man arrested after graffiti inciting racial violence found in Papatoetoe

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Angus Dreaver A man has been arrested after violent, anti-Indian graffiti was discovered outside a school in South Auckland. The message, which incited violence against the Indian community, was first spotted on Saturday near Papatoetoe Central School by nearby residents, who in turn alerted police. The graffiti on the … Read more

Auckland project manager sentenced for defrauding nearly $30,000 through Covid schemes

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ/Marika Khabazi An Auckland project manager has been sentenced to three months community detention for defrauding nearly $30,000 through Covid schemes. Shelvin Kavish Swamy was sentenced on Tuesday in the Auckland District Court, after pleading guilty to obtaining the funds by deception. In May of 2020, Swamy applied for a loan … Read more

Search and Rescue training Northland

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Source: New Zealand Police Bay of Islands locals, please be advised a search and rescue training exercise will be taking place this weekend. Northland Police Search and Rescue are running the exercise, which begins on Friday until Sunday. The joint-agency training exercise will bring together a range of organisations that play a vital role in … Read more

Community urges retail crime group to focus on youth offences before dissolution

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Source: Radio New Zealand The ministerial advisory group on retail crime led by Sunny Kaushal (left) has made several recommendations to the government on ways to reduce crime. RNZ / Calvin Samuel Organisations representing small businesses have expressed concern about the early termination of the ministerial advisory group on retail crime announced by Justice Minister … Read more

Indian government concerned by Sikh parade disruptions

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Source: Radio New Zealand Two religious processions organised by members of the Sikh community have been disrupted in recent months by protesters linked to Destiny Church. Supplied The Indian government has formally raised concerns with New Zealand authorities after Sikh religious processions in Tauranga and South Auckland have been disrupted by protesters linked to Destiny … Read more

Remaining retail crime group members defend work amid criticism

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Source: Radio New Zealand Hamilton liquor retailer Himashu Parmar is one of the last remaining members of the outgoing advisory group on retail crime. Supplied The last remaining members of the government’s advisory group on retail crime have defended the unit’s work after Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith confirmed Tuesday it would wind up months earlier … Read more

Vibrant Holi celebrations draw thousands nationwide

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Source: Radio New Zealand Thousands attended Holi Colour Splash in Tauranga’s Memorial Park. JK Creations Photography More than 7000 people attended one of Auckland’s largest Holi celebrations in Henderson on Sunday as South Asian communities across New Zealand marked the Festival of Colours. While several Holi celebrations were held earlier in March, festivities continue across … Read more

Faith, food and family: How Asian New Zealanders celebrate Easter

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Source: Radio New Zealand Jithin Jose and Remya Sunny continue to follow traditions surrounding Holy Week after moving to New Zealand 11 years ago. Supplied Asian Christians in New Zealand are preparing to mark one of the most significant events in the Christian calendar on Sunday with a blend of faith, family and cultural tradition. … Read more

Off-duty officers swim into action

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Source: New Zealand Police You’re never really off duty, even at the beach. This was the case for two Northland officers who quickly swam into action when a teenager was swept out in a rip at Coopers Beach. Both staff were taking advantage of the favourable conditions, catching some waves, before weather alerts came into … Read more

Energy Transitions – Support transition before we’re gone: Latest gas report calls for Govt assistance

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Source: BusinessNZ A new report is calling on all political parties to support a transition away from gas for commercial and industrial users, in the face of significant gas price increases and rapidly declining domestic production. The BusinessNZ Energy Council (BEC) today released  The need for Government assistance in the gas transition, which recommends Government explore concessionary … Read more

High Court Decision – PSNA says High Court Superfund decision a victory for Palestinian rights

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Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA)   The High Court in Auckland has found policies of the NZ Superfund are ‘unreasonable and unlawful’ and fail to properly address human rights issues, when the Fund considers excluding companies from its portfolio of investments.   The Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa issued judicial review proceedings against the Superfund … Read more

Hurricanes keen to keep Chiefs star quiet in top of the table clash

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Source: Radio New Zealand Ruben Love of the Hurricanes and Quinn Tupaea of the Chiefs battle for the ball. Aaron Gillions / www.photosport.nz The Hurricanes plan to take the wind out of the sails of storming Chiefs midfielder Quinn Tupaea. After dispatching the Blues 42-19 in Wellington, the Super Rugby leaders head to Hamilton for … Read more

61-year-old facing charges over anti-Indian graffiti in Auckland

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Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF A Papatoetoe man has been arrested over violent, anti-Indian graffiti that was found in Auckland. The message, which incited violence against the Indian community, was first spotted on Saturday near Papatoetoe Central School. Another piece of graffiti with the same message was found inside a public toilet in Royal Oak. … Read more

Are these New Zealand’s toughest housing markets?

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Source: Radio New Zealand Te Awamutu. Waipā District Council New data shows buyers are cautious around the country, but sellers in a number of suburbs face a particular struggle to sell. Cotality data shows that sellers in Kihikihi, Waipa, are waiting a median 50.5 days to sell their properties, up from a one-year average of … Read more

New appointments for Health New Zealand Board

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Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced a new Chair and members for the Board of Health New Zealand, reinforcing its focus on delivering for patients. Mark Darrow has been appointed Chair for a three-year term, commencing 1 May 2026. “Mr Darrow is an experienced board chair and director with a … Read more

Remote Bridge to Nowhere gets a ‘facelift’

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  16 April 2026 At nearly 90 years old, heritage icon the Bridge to Nowhere owes its enduring stature to a regular beauty regime, with a recent ‘facelift’ the latest treatment. Department of Conservation Project Lead Michael Christie says it’s ironic the bridge has become such a popular destination with visitors. … Read more

Watch: Fijian Drua head coach reacts to Moana Pasifika’s demise

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Source: Radio New Zealand Fijian Drua’s outgoing head coach Glen Jackson says the demise of Moana Pasifika is “devastating” news. “It’s called Super Rugby Pacific for a reason,” Jackson said in response to RNZ Pacific’s question during his weekly press conference with reporters on Wednesday. “Both Moana and the Drua have brought a different aspect … Read more

SH73 Candy’s Bend resilience project getting underway

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Source: New Zealand Government   A major resilience project on State Highway 73 (SH73) at Candys Bend between Christchurch and the West Coast is getting underway to repair a damaged retaining wall, says Transport Minister Chris Bishop. “State Highway 73 (SH73) between Christchurch and the West Coast is relied upon for freight, tourism, business connections … Read more

Marlborough moves ferry solution forward

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Source: New Zealand Government The Marlborough District Council has today started its consultation programme to fund Port Marlborough’s $110 million capped contribution to revenue-earning port assets in Picton, Rail Minister Winston Peters welcomed today. “New Zealanders want two new ferries that serve road, rail and passengers long into the future with resilient infrastructure backing them … Read more

SH2 roundabout boosts road safety in Eastern Bay of Plenty

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Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed completion of a new roundabout at the intersection of State Highway 2 (SH2) and Wainui Road near Ōpōtiki, making this key corridor significantly safer and more efficient for vehicles and freight. “There were nine crashes at the intersection of SH2/Wainui Road between 2014 and 2023, three of them were injury crashes, one … Read more

University Research – AI chatbot targets online safety and support for seniors – UoA

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Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Researchers are designing chatbots to help make life online safer and more welcoming for seniors. New research, co-authored by Dr Jade Brooks (University of Auckland), led by Dr Yenni Tim (University of New South Wales) with Delen Zeng (Beijing Jiaotong University) and Joshua Huynh (AMP Limited), explores how properly designed … Read more

Govt Cuts – Workers betrayed as MBIE breaks promise that automation won’t cost their jobs – PSA

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Source: PSA Loyal, long-serving workers at MBIE’s Tenancy Bond Services are feeling betrayed by plans to axe their entire team, despite being promised at the start of the automation project that there would be no job losses. MBIE is proposing to disestablish 28 permanent roles with two new permanent roles created resulting in a net loss … Read more

Advocacy – University of Canterbury (UC) Prohibits Arabic Cultural Wear at Graduation Ceremonies

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Source: Students for Justice in Palestine Canterbury (SJP) At the University of Canterbury (UC) Graduation on 15/04/2026, UC Security ordered a student to remove a keffiyeh* from under their graduation regalia before they would be allowed to attend their ceremony. The mandate came from the Head of Security, who told the student that the cultural … Read more