Traffic delays, Takapuna

Source: New Zealand Police Police are advising motorists to exercise caution in the Takapuna area after reports diesel has been spilt on the road. Officers are attending areas along Lake Road after reports several motorbikes, bicycle riders and cars have slid on the road due to the substance. The diesel has potentially been tracked from…

Fatal crash, Gisborne

Source: New Zealand Police One person has died in a single-vehicle crash in Gisborne. Emergency services were called to Harris Street just before 9:40pm last night where a vehicle had crashed into a fence. Despite medical attention, the sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene. The Serious Crash Unit is making enquiries. ENDS…

Summary Report: Section 95 inquiry into the treatment of a person at Waikato Hospital

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 19 June 2026 img]:border [&>img]:border-brand-2-light field__item”> In April 2025, the Director of Mental Health initiated an inquiry under section 95 of the Mental Health Act into the situation that occurred in March 2025, where a person was misidentified and subsequently compulsorily treated at Waikato Hospital. The summary…

Dayos Releases Athena: Agentic Replacement for Oracle and Workday AMS Contracts, Now Generally Available

Source: Media Outreach Hero performs full end-to-end report development, Application configuration, and token management, closing tickets at no marginal cost on top of the platform fee while customers keep their existing systems, controls, and access model. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Dayos Pte. Ltd., the Singapore-based AI company, today announced … Read more

American Rare Earths Provides Exploration Update and Outlines 2026-2027 Field Programs Across U.S. Project Portfolio

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) DENVER, June 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — American Rare Earths (ASX: ARR | OTCQX: ARRNF | ADR: AMRRY) (“ARR” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide an update on exploration and drilling activities underway and planned across its U.S. rare earths project portfolio during 2026 and 2027, including Halleck Creek in Wyoming, … Read more

GDP increases 0.8 percent in the March 2026 quarter – Gross domestic product: March 2026 quarter – Stats NZ news story and information release

Source: Statistics New Zealand GDP increases 0.8 percent in the March 2026 quarter – news story 17 June 2026 New Zealand’s gross domestic product (GDP) rose 0.8 percent in the March 2026 quarter, following a 0.5 percent increase in the December 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. “GDP rose 0.8 percent in … Read more

Hong Kong rises to No.2 globally in competitiveness

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Hong Kong jumped one place to become the world’s second most competitive economy, according to the 2026 World Competitiveness Ranking published today (June 18) by the Swiss-based International Institute for Management Development (IMD). It is Hong Kong’s highest ranking since … Read more

Galaxy Macau Celebrates a Collection of Distinguished Wins at Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards APAC 2026

Source: Media Outreach With Grand Resort Deck crowned “Macau’s Best Hotel Pool”, the world-class integrated resort’s peerless portfolio of luxury accommodations and spas garner Top 10 positions on the acclaimed honors list MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Galaxy Macau cements its position as a defining force in Macau’s luxury … Read more

2026 Hainan Cultural and Tourism Promotion Events Held in Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – On June 16, the 2026 Hainan Cultural and Tourism Promotion Events, under the theme of “Sunny Hainan · Heart’s Desire,” were held in Hong Kong. Leaders from Hong Kong’s cultural and tourism authorities, heads of industry associations, and representatives of … Read more

Sun Life Partners with the Hong Kong Tourism Board to Take Dragon Boat Celebrations to New Heights as Title Sponsor of the “Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Festival” and “Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races”

Source: Media Outreach Celebrating Hong Kong’s century-old Dragon Boat heritage with a large-scale installation to design your own boat HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Sun Life has proudly supported local dragon boat activities to help preserve this cultural tradition. To mark the 50th anniversary of the iconic “Hong … Read more

Correction – name release, Lake Tekapo

Source: New Zealand Police An earlier release stated that Baldeep Singh, 34, died after entering the water in Lake Tekapo on Friday 12 June. For clarity, Police received a report that he had entered the water on 11 June, and he was sadly located deceased on 12 June. Apologies for any confusion caused. ENDS Issued…

Shell and St. Paul’s Hospital Drive low-carbon development in Hong Kong’s healthcare sector

Source: Media Outreach City’s first hospital to adopt Renewable Diesel Blend R33, reducing up to 30% lifecycle CO2e emissions HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Shell Hong Kong Limited (Shell) and St. Paul’s Hospital on Tuesday held the “Shell x St. Paul’s Hospital – Integrated Decarbonisation Solutions Kick-off Ceremony”, … Read more

Name release: body located, Lake Tekapo

Source: New Zealand Police Police can name the man who died after entering the water in Lake Tekapo on Friday 12 June. He was Baldeep Singh, 34, of Christchurch. Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this difficult time. Police continue to make enquiries on behalf of the Coroner.  ENDS  Issued by Police Media…

CUHK ranks 18th in QS World University Rankings 2027

Source: Media Outreach Advancement in international reputation, employer reputation, and global engagement HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has been ranked 18th globally in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2027, climbing 14 places from 32nd in the previous year … Read more

Advocacy – Peters’ ‘bulldust’ claim is bulldust – PSNA

Source: Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA)   PSNA is challenging the government to obtain medical records held in Türkiye to prove the truth of Global Sumud Flotilla activist Hāhona Ormsby’s claim that he was beaten and injured by Israeli guards in Israel in late April.   In a confrontation at today’s hearing of Parliament’s Foreign … Read more

Advocacy – Members of Global Sumud Aotearoa Delegation come to Wellington this week to challenge the Minister of Foreign Affairs

Source: Global Sumud Aotearoa Delegation Members of Global Sumud Aotearoa Delegation come to Wellington this week to challenge the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Winston Peters, over Government inaction following the abduction and mistreatment of New Zealand citizens by the Israeli Occupation Forces (IOF/IDF) in both 2025 and in May 2026. Unlike Australia, France, Spain, Malaysia, … Read more

Legislation – Jones fails to force through Fisheries Amendment Bill before election, following public backlash – Greenpeace

Source: Greenpeace News that progress on the Fisheries Amendment Bill will be delayed until after the election is being called a win for People Power by environmental groups, who say it proves how united the New Zealand public is against destructive fishing. On Thursday, it was announced to the Select Committee that the Bill will not … Read more

Northland News – Competition helps Taitokerau win the war on weeds

Source: Northland Regional Council Northland’s first ever rohe wide moth plant competition has proved a great success with a total of 37,704 pods and 44,129 vines (with roots) collected over two and a half months by 38 registered teams and individuals. The overall winner ‘Chasing Kings’ based in Pakaraka in the Far North collected an astounding … Read more

Roland Berger reports strongest year in its history and reinforces long-term commitment to the Middle East

Source: Media Outreach Highest revenue in the firm’s history (€1.01 billion) Twenty years in the Middle East underline Roland Berger’s long-term commitment to the region Continued investment in AI and future capabilities DUBAI, UAE – Newsaktuell – 18 June 2026 – Roland Berger, the only leading global consultancy of European origin, generated revenues of €1.01 … Read more

Fire and Emergency review should go further – Federated Farmers

Source: Federated Farmers Within only a week of Federated Farmers’ call for a review of Fire and Emergency New Zealand, the Government has recognised the issues. “We wrote to Minister Brooke van Velden last week asking for an independent review of FENZ, as farmers are really concerned about rising levy costs and declining rural services,” Federated Farmers vice … Read more

Govt cuts dismantle team supporting public services that represent all NZers – PSA

Source: PSA A proposal to disestablish the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Team at Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service Commission continues the Government’s attack on quality public services that properly represent New Zealand. The proposed changes would result in a net loss of six roles. The team currently supports employee-led networks and DEI practitioners across public … Read more

GDP growth reflects earlier recovery, but impact of global uncertainty still to come – EMA

Source: EMA The EMA (Employers and Manufacturers Association) says today’s GDP figures of 0.8% growth for the March quarter point to an economy that was regaining momentum earlier in the year. However, the data does not reflect the challenges we have seen since the end of March. EMA Head of Advocacy and Strategy Alan McDonald said … Read more

Northland News – Think carefully before buying aging vessels

Source: Northland Regional Council Northland’s harbourmaster’s office is warning those keen to do up ageing boats to think carefully about the effort – and costs – involved. Northland Regional Council Deputy Harbourmaster Peter Thomas says the council’s maritime department disposes of an average of one boat per month somewhere in Northland, many of which had initially … Read more

Tax Reform – Facebook just the tip of the iceberg of Big Tech tax minimisation – new report

Source:  Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign Recent reporting has highlighted Facebook’s practice of minimising the tax they pay in Aotearoa New Zealand, but fresh analysis released by the Better Taxes for a Better Future campaign shows this is a widespread practice among multinational tech companies – not just Facebook, and the amount of … Read more

Serious crash, Flat Bush

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are attending a three-vehicle crash at the intersection of Stancombe Road and Carlos Drive, Flat Bush. Police were called about 5pm. Initial indications are that one person may have serious injuries. The road is closed, with diversions in place, and motorists should avoid the area. ENDS Issued by Police…