Expanding infrastructure for the age of AI commerce: Ant International connects over 150 million merchants with more than 2 billion consumers

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Source: Media Outreach New strategy highlights synergy among Global Payment, Global Account and Inclusive and Embedded Finance services built on progress in AI and interoperability. As a foundation to the business, Ant International’s global payment services support over 300 payment methods, including more than 10 national QR systems and 50 digital wallets and bank apps, … Read more

Privacy Commissioner does not support Policing Amendment Bill

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Source: Privacy Commissioner 30 Apr 2026, 16:13 The Policing Amendment Bill would create significant risks for the privacy and rights of New Zealanders, Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster says. “I do not support the Bill and recommend that it not be passed. If it does proceed, I recommend that it be amended to provide for safeguards”, … Read more

Talley’s Westport fish processing factory to close, 92 impacted

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Source: Radio New Zealand Google Maps Talley’s will close its Westport fish processing factory, the company has confirmed. Chief executive officer Tony Hazlett said Talley’s will consolidate its fish processing operations, and the last day for the Westport site will be Friday, 15 May. “Talley’s Seafood confirms that all 92 affected staff will be offered … Read more

Three vehicles involved in serious North Otago crash

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Source: Radio New Zealand Three vehicles were involved in a crash at the intersection of Mile Flat Road and State Highway One. Google Maps Part of State Highway 1 is closed near Hampden in North Otago because of a serious crash. Police say three vehicles were involved in the crash at the intersection of Mile … Read more

Heritage NZ – Listening Sessions at Old St Paul’s set to shake up lunchtime

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Source: Heritage New Zealand Lunchtime in central Wellington is about to get a shake-up courtesy of Old St Paul’s and NZ Music Month Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa. Throughout May, Old St Paul’s will celebrate NZ Music Month with a series of lunchtime listening sessions featuring selected 2026 Aotearoa Music Award-nominated albums played in full. The … Read more

Defence News – NZDF assists Bougainville in destruction of WWII-era bombs

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Source: New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Two large unexploded Second World War-era bombs in Bougainville, Papua New Guinea, have been made safe by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) after the Autonomous Bougainville Government asked for New Zealand’s help to dispose of them. Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel deployed to Bougainville to dispose of a … Read more

Local News – New mural brightens Porirua’s city centre

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Source: Porirua City Council During a Council planning process several years ago, a group of rainbow rangatahi from Aotea College requested a mural for the city celebrating their community, and Porirua City Council agreed to make it happen. Last year a group of students from Rainbow Aotea sat down with council officers to work out the … Read more

Local News – Licence plate recognition technology hits Porirua streets

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Source: Porirua City Council Porirua City Council is introducing licence plate recognition technology to efficiently enforce parking around the city and to keep parking officers safe. Licence plate recognition (LPR) was introduced in Wellington and Hutt City in 2024 and 2025, respectively, and is also in use in Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga. In Porirua, from 4 … Read more

Economy – Senior Trans-Tasman leaders convene to address fuel disruption and strengthen economic resilience – BusinessNZ

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Source: BusinessNZ The Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum (ANZLF) held a high-level industry roundtable on Friday 24 April to address ongoing fuel supply challenges. The session took place alongside the official bilateral meeting between the Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP, Treasurer of Australia, and the Hon Nicola Willis, Minister of Finance of New Zealand. The discussion … Read more

Additional tools to go after fraudsters

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Source: New Zealand Government Legislation which provides the Serious Fraud Office with more powers to go after criminals has passed first reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say.  “It’s estimated fraud in New Zealand results in billions of dollars in losses each year, and causes untold harm to … Read more

Call for information in mystery penguin attack

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  30 April 2026 DOC received a call on Monday 27 April stating a group of eight kororā had been allegedly killed by a dog at Long Beach, near Dunedin. DOC Acting Coastal Otago Operations Manager Chris Hankin says DOC is taking the claims seriously but needs evidence to progress investigations … Read more

‘Loved ones lost’, recent rise in road deaths

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Source: New Zealand Police Police is disappointed at the concerning number of deaths on our roads over the past fortnight as they highlight the importance of safe driving behaviours every day. Inspector Peter McKennie, acting Director of Road Policing, says since Monday 20 April, 18 people have been killed in 14 separate crashes. And as … Read more

Winston Peters’ release of Iran war emails ‘no mistake’, former Foreign Minister Phil Goff

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Source: Radio New Zealand Winston Peters and Phil Goff. Former Foreign Minister Phil Goff says he believes Winston Peters is undermining coalition partner National, with the release of discussions between Peters and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon over New Zealand’s stance on the Iran war. The spat between the two leaders broke out over the release … Read more

Human chain bike lane fills Wellington street objecting proposed cuts to infrastructure

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Source: Radio New Zealand By Sammy Carter, RNZ RNZ / Mark Papalii Dozens have stood on a busy downtown Wellington street on Thursday morning creating a human bike lane for commuters, objecting to what they say are significant cuts proposed to the city council’s cycle infrastructure projects. The Wellington City Council’s most recent annual plan … Read more

Super Rugby: Hurricanes have home playoff on the mind as Crusaders loom

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Source: Radio New Zealand Fehi Fineanganofo of the Hurricanes celebrates his try during the Super Rugby Pacific Super Round match – Hurricanes Vs Brumbies at One NZ Stadium, New Zealand, 25th April 2026. Photosport The Hurricanes are no longer just building – they’re calculating. With a top-two finish within reach, coach Clark Laidlaw has started … Read more

Charges laid after fatal car on bus crash in Rotorua

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Dan Jones Police have laid charges in relation to a fatal crash in Rotorua in November 2025. The crash, involving a car and a bus carrying a number of students, occurred on Te Ngae Road at around 9.20pm on 6 November. The person who died was a passenger in … Read more

Christchurch terrorist’s appeal to overturn convictions and life sentence dismissed

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Source: Radio New Zealand Al Noor Mosque where 51 people were killed in a terrorist attack in 2019. RNZ / Nate McKinnon The white supremacist terrorist who massacred 51 worshippers at two Christchurch mosques will remain in prison for the rest of his life after the Court of Appeal dismissed his attempt to overturn his … Read more

Mount Maunganui landslide: Community meeting to update on progress to re-open Mauao

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Source: Radio New Zealand Mauao has been closed since the landslide that killed six holiday-makers. Screengrab / Amy Till Almost 100 days since the Mt Maunganui landslide that killed six holiday-makers, the first community meeting with council will take place on Thursday evening. It’s to give an update on re-opening Mauao which has been closed … Read more

More than 1800 properties impacted by Wellington flooding

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Source: Radio New Zealand A landslide on Balfour St in Mornington, Wellington. MARK PAPALII / RNZ More than 1800 properties were impacted in Wellington’s recent flooding in one of the most severe events since records began. That’s an initial assessment from the Wellington City Council chief executive Matt Prosser, who told councillors on Thursday many … Read more

‘Despicable’ – Advocate reacts to alleged thefts from patients

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Source: Radio New Zealand The woman is expected to appear in Waitākere District Court in May. RNZ / Finn Blackwell A patient advocate has described alleged thefts from those undergoing treatment in hospital as despicable. Police arrested the 30-year-old woman after an alleged stealing spree in hospitals across Auckland and Waikato. Waitematā East Area Prevention … Read more

SIM Global Education Showcases Project 1095 Through Student Clubs

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2026 – As higher education continues to evolve beyond academic achievement, Singapore Institute of Management Global Education (SIM GE) is reinforcing its commitment to holistic student development through Project 1095, a strategic initiative designed to maximise every day of a student’s three-year university journey. … Read more

All-female voyage to tackle plastics problem sets sail

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Source: Radio New Zealand An all-female voyage investigating the plastic pollution problem has sailed from Auckland on Thursday morning. The ten-woman international crew departed Westhaven Marina, bound for Aotea/Great Barrier Island, the Bay of Islands, and onto Tonga aboard S/V Wind Shift – a 70-foot double-masted ketch. The voyage is organised by UK-based non-profit eXXpedition, … Read more

Reserve Bank to lift veil on interest rate decisions

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Source: Radio New Zealand Reserve Bank governor Anna Breman has pushed for a more open central bank since starting the role at the end of last year. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The Reserve Bank’s influential rate-setting body is improving its transparency in a move that will see members’ voting decisions made public. The changes were … Read more

Charges laid, fatal crash, Rotorua

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Source: New Zealand Police Police have laid charges in relation to a fatal crash in Rotorua in November 2025. The crash, involving a car and a bus carrying a number of students, occurred on Te Ngae Road at around 9.20pm on 6 November.  A passenger in the car died and a number of students from … Read more

Appointments to NZ Blood and Organ Service Board

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Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced appointments to the New Zealand Blood and Organ Service (NZBOS) Board. Roger Jarrold and Dr Edward Hutchins have been reappointed to the Board, with Mr Jarrold appointed as Chair. The new appointments are Dr Peter Bramley as Deputy Chair, along with Raveen Jaduram, Dr … Read more

Appointments to Health Research Council Of New Zealand

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Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has made three new appointments to the Board of the Health Research Council (HRC) of New Zealand. Dr Margaret Whilsher, Dr Colin McArthur, and Paul Foster-Bell have been appointed to the Board for three-year terms. Professor Lester Levy has been reappointed as Chair and Jeroen Douwes as … Read more

Appointments to Health Quality and Safety Commission Board

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Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced appointments to the Board of the Health Quality and Safety Commission (HQSC). Rae Lamb and Dr Peter Watson have been reappointed to the Board, with Ms Lamb continuing as Chair and Dr Watson appointed as Deputy Chair. Tereki Stewart has also been reappointed as … Read more