Search operation underway for missing man, Lake Tekapo

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Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Senior Sergeant Hamish Keer-Keer: A search operation has been launched for a man in Lake Tekapo overnight. Emergency services were called about 8pm after reports that a man had entered the water and failed to resurface. Police search and rescue staff, along with Coastguard Mackenzie Lakes volunteers, Fire and…

Imitation gun a quickfire way to court

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Source: New Zealand Police A rider who allegedly pulled out a firearm before taking off on a dirt bike in Whangārei on Wednesday will now face court. At about 3pm, Police were notified of a person on a blue dirt bike who had allegedly presented a firearm at a member of the public in Woodhill…

New research identifies key challenges for New Zealand’s energy infrastructure

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Source: New Zealand Infrastructure Commission New research by the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, Te Waihanga, finds that while the cost to build renewable generation is falling, we face challenges with short-term electricity price volatility and with the long-term investment needed to power a larger, low-carbon economy. Build costs are falling for renewable energy “We’re used to … Read more

Community organisations call on Government to properly fund sexual violence prevention – PSA

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Source: PSA Community groups have signed an open letter calling on the Government to properly fund prevention to reduce New Zealand’s rate of sexual violence, which is one of the worst in the developed world. A study published in the Lancet estimated that among people aged 12 to 18, almost 30 percent of New Zealand women and one in … Read more

NOVONIX Delivers Mass Production AAM Sample to Panasonic

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., June 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NOVONIX Limited (NASDAQ: NVX, ASX: NVX) (“NOVONIX” or the “Company”), a leading battery materials company, today announced the delivery of a mass production qualification sample (“C-sample”) of synthetic graphite anode active material (“Synthetic Graphite AAM”) to its lead customer, Panasonic Energy (“Panasonic”). This milestone … Read more

AIVA Launches a Pioneering, New Model for AI Vehicle Industry

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Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – AIVA, an AI-native mobility brand, was officially unveiled in Beijing on 9 June 2026. AIVA will collaborate with Volcano Engine, ByteDance’s cloud and AI platform, to jointly define, design, and develop a new generation of AI vehicles. Volcano Engine will provide … Read more

Major boost coming for New Zealand’s economic statistics – Stats NZ news story

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Source: Statistics New Zealand Major boost coming for New Zealand’s economic statistics – news story 11 June 2026 Monthly inflation figures, new indicators of industry activity, and improved measures of the economy are coming as Stats NZ sets out to modernise New Zealand’s official economic statistics. From next year, Stats NZ will make substantial changes to … Read more

UA Finance Fully Supports the 2026 Global Football Event

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – The world’s biggest football extravaganza, held once every four years, is reaching a fever pitch. As the largest money lender in Hong Kong, UA Finance (UA) proudly announces its unwavering support for this year’s tournament. Partnering once again with iconic … Read more

Consumer NZ – New Zealanders stretched by food costs want tougher action on supermarket pricing

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Source: Consumer NZ A new Consumer NZ survey shows food budgets are under strain for 82% of New Zealand households, and 67% have low confidence in government policies to help keep food affordable and accessible. Consumer NZ says the results show cost-of-living pressure at the checkout is forcing many households to change what they buy … Read more

AIVA Launches a Pioneering a New Model for AI Vehicle Industry

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Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – AIVA, an AI-native mobility brand, was officially unveiled in Beijing on 9 June 2026. AIVA will collaborate with Volcano Engine, ByteDance’s cloud and AI platform, to jointly define, design, and develop a new generation of AI vehicles. Volcano Engine will provide … Read more

HKPC’s first “E-commerce Innovation Expo 2026” Expanding Brand Horizons with Cross-border E-commerce, AI, and more

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – As e-commerce continues to surge, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are seeking effective pathways for business development and transformation. To support the HKSAR Government’s e-commerce policy initiatives “Creativity * E-commerce – Beyond Limits”, the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), with … Read more

Expect delays following crash on SH1, Koromiko

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Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a two-vehicle crash on SH1, Koromiko.  Police were called about 5.35pm.  While there have been no significant injuries reported, the road is currently down to one lane, and this is impacting the flow of traffic.  Motorists should avoid the area, or expect delays. ENDS …

DKSH entered a strategic distribution partnership with BridgeBio

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Source: Media Outreach DKSH entered a strategic distribution partnership with BridgeBio to support regulatory evaluation and potential patient access to a Transthyretin Stabilizer for ATTR-CM in Australia, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan. The partnership combines BridgeBio’s biotech innovation and DKSH Healthcare’s integrated end-to-end commercialization platform to bring a new treatment option to patients. SINGAPORE – … Read more

Homes Are Embracing Bold Decorative Accents and Luxury Texture

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Source: Press Release Service Headline: Homes Are Embracing Bold Decorative Accents and Luxury Texture NZ homes are embracing texture and bold accents. The best quality large carpet rugs and the best decorating ornaments lead the shift, alongside grey vases, resin sculptures, polyresin stools, and floor lamps from Cavelh Decor. The post Homes Are Embracing Bold…

DP World Launches First Global Seagrass Restoration Initiative In South Korea

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Source: Media Outreach Partnership with Korea Green Foundation and FIRA will help restore seagrass meadows off Geoje Island, supporting marine biodiversity, blue carbon habitats and local communities BUSAN, SOUTH KOREA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – DP World has launched its first global seagrass restoration initiative on Geoje Island in South Korea, … Read more

Volcano Engine and Bingo Group Launch In-depth AI+IP Partnership, AI Features Roll Out Across Multiple Chinese Platforms on June 10

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – Volcano Engine has officially entered into an in-depth strategic partnership around “AI+IP” with Bingo Group, a client of Data Hash. Leveraging the video generation capabilities of the Seedance 2.0 large model and Stephen Chow’s classic film and television IP resources, … Read more

Government Cuts – Lowering Māori injury rates put at risk by Govt’s focus on culture wars – PSA

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Source: PSA WorkSafe latest restructure proposal is putting at risk the organisation’s success in lowering serious injuries and deaths among kaimahi Māori. Under the proposal, released to staff on 20 May, the organisation would no longer have a dedicated function focussed on reducing the injury rate for Māori, Pasifika and migrant workers, said Jack McDonald the … Read more

GWM TANK 700 Hi4-T Wins 11 of 13 Stages at 2026 Taklimakan Rally

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Source: Media Outreach URUMQI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 June 2026 – When the 2026 Taklimakan Rally ended on June 1, GWM had done more than just finish the 2026 Taklimakan Rally. It swept every T2 production title: T2.E New-Energy Manufacturers’Cup, T2.1 Fuel Manufacturers’Cup, T2.3 Club Production Cup. Across 13 special stages, the … Read more

Housing Trust shows significant returns for Queenstown Lakes

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Source: Scope Communications An independent local study has confirmed that the Secure Home programme – delivered by the Queenstown Lakes Community Housing Trust (QLCHT) – produces a social and economic return of nearly four times its level of investment. The Social Return on Investment report by economist Benje Patterson shows this assisted home ownership model … Read more

Government backs AI support for small business

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Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s small businesses are getting a boost of AI-powered support to unlock new growth opportunities with new Government funding announced today, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing Cameron Brewer says. “Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and every one of them has untapped potential to grow. That’s why…

ACT’s rural crime crackdown spot on – Federated Farmers

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Source: Federated Farmers ACT Party proposals for more resources to combat crime in rural areas are right on the mark, Federated Farmers says. “Thieves, livestock rustlers, poachers and boy racers are an absolute nuisance in our rural communities,” Feds rural crime spokesperson Karl Dean says. “They don’t care at all about the safety of others and … Read more

Business Canterbury – Confidence softens, but Canterbury businesses hold their nerve

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Source: Business Canterbury Canterbury businesses are maintaining a forward focus despite global uncertainty, according to Business Canterbury’s latest Quarterly Business Confidence Survey released today. The survey, which closed in early June, shows that while confidence has softened following recent conflict in the Middle East, the pullback has been modest from what was a very optimistic … Read more

YOUTH GROUPS TO PLANT FOR THE PLANET IN WORLD VISION 40 HOUR CHALLENGE EVENTS

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Source: World Vision Hundreds of young people across Auckland and Christchurch will roll up their sleeves to restore local ecosystems and support vulnerable Pacific communities this month as part of the World Vision 40 Hour Challenge. Christian conservation organisation A Rocha Aotearoa is hosting two large-scale native planting events on Saturday, 20 June and Sunday, 21 … Read more

Amnesty International – Israel accelerates ethnic cleansing in West Bank

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Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Acceleration of Israel’s ethnic cleansing of Palestinians must spur global action to halt West Bank annexation – Significant escalation in speed and scale of annexation measures under Israel’s current government – Ethnic cleansing campaign is state-led, and state-sponsored, not driven by rogue settlers or so-called extremist ministers – Exponential rise … Read more