Wairarapa council hopes new anti-erosion tech will be ‘magic bullet’ to protect crucial road

Source: Radio New Zealand By Madleine CarrWhite, Massey Journalism Student Eco Reef at Turners Bay, Cape Palliser Road. Supplied / South Wairarapa District Council The approval for the extension of world-first anti-erosion technology for southern Wairarapa has been labelled a “magic bullet” to maintain crucial road connection on the isolated coast. The newly approved resource … Read more

We’re living apart – are we subject to relationship property rules? – Ask Susan

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ’s money correspondent Susan Edmunds answers your questions. RNZ Got questions? RNZ has launched a new podcast, ‘No Stupid Questions‘, with Susan Edmunds. We’d love to hear more of your questions about money and the economy. You can send through written questions, like these ones, but even better, you can drop … Read more

ICONSIAM’s ‘THAICONIC SONGKRAN CELEBRATION 2026’ to Immerse Bangkok with Thailand’s Most Spectacular Water Festival

Source: Media Outreach A UNESCO-Recognized Festival Reimagined Through Immersive Cultural Experiences, Iconic Entertainment, and Thailand’s Most Breathtaking Chao Phraya Riverfront Setting from April 10–15, 2026 BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 April 2026 – ICONSIAM, the global landmark on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, in collaboration with leading public and private … Read more

Sanya, China Deepens Tourism Ties with Malaysia ​- Exclusive Benefits Launched for Malaysian Tourists, Ushering in a Tropical Island Getaway at a Moment’s Notice

Source: Media Outreach SANYA, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2026 – As tropical sea breezes blend with Eastern charm, a journey from Malaysia to China’s island paradise is now more convenient and exciting than ever. On April 2, the Sanya Tourism Development Bureau of China’s Hainan Province signed a strategic cooperation agreement … Read more

ASEAN Travel Influencers Check In at Beibu Gulf! This Cultural-Tourism Exchange Is a Hit — “Not-So-Distant Destinations” Are on Fire

Source: Media Outreach NANNING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2026 – Recently, the “Romantic Coast, Beautiful Southern Border” promotion — a new-media cultural and tourism campaign inviting ASEAN travel influencers to check in across Guangxi’s Beibu Gulf — was held in six cities: Nanning, Beihai, Qinzhou, Fangchenggang, Yulin and Chongzuo. The event … Read more

Phoenix women beat Adelaide to secure historic second placing

Source: Radio New Zealand Marisa Van Der Meer (L) of the Phoenix celebrates a goal with team mate Lucia Leon. photosport The Wellington Phoenix have swept aside Adelaide United 2-0 to secure second-placing in the women’s A-League regular-season standings – comfortably their best finish. Bev Priestman’s team will get a bye through the first round … Read more

Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders farewell home ground with 11-try demolition of Drua

Source: Radio New Zealand Codie Taylor crosses for his fourth try for the Crusaders against the Fijian Drua. photosport Hooker Codie Taylor bagged four of the Crusaders’ 11 tries as they farewelled their Addington stadium venue with an emotional and resounding 69-26 defeat of Fijian Drua. Taylor was the star in his 150th appearance as … Read more

Olympic Champion Gable Steveson Joins 1win as Global Ambassador Ahead of RAF09 Bout

Source: Media Outreach DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2026 – Global brand 1win announced a new partnership with American heavyweight wrestler and Tokyo 2020 Olympic champion Gable Steveson, who joins the company as a global ambassador. The collaboration was revealed through posts on the 1win owner’s Telegram channel and the athlete’s … Read more

Nelson man Louis Fleming sent to prison; had ‘desire’ to sexually abuse young children

Source: Radio New Zealand Nelson man Louis Blaise Fleming has been sentenced in the Nelson District Court. NZME/Tracy Neal Warning: This story discusses graphic details of sexual exploitation of children and young people. A man talked online about his desire to sexually abuse children as young as 10. Louis Blaise Fleming also talked about unsuccessful … Read more

Person taken to hospital after sea lion bite on Dunedin’s Brighton beach

Source: Radio New Zealand The St John spokesperson said the animal was no longer at the scene. AFP / Biosphoto / Minden Pictures / Colin Monteath / Hedgehog House A person was been taken to hospital after being bitten by a sea lion at Dunedin’s Brighton beach on Friday afternoon. A Hato Hone St John … Read more

UK-led Hormuz talks demand ‘immediate’ reopening of Hormuz

Source: Radio New Zealand By Peter Hutchison and Helen Rowe, AFP with aditional reporting from RNZ A Marine Traffic map showing ship movements in the Strait of Hormuz. AFP / JONATHAN RAA New Zealand High Commissioner to the UK, Hamish Cooper, has attended a meeting discussing joint action to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. In … Read more

Arrest made in relation to Wainuiomata death

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard, Wellington District Crime Manager: A young person has been arrested in relation to the death of a man in Wainuiomata yesterday. Police were called to Wainuiomata Road about 9am after a report of the man having been found unresponsive. He was pronounced dead at the … Read more

Taiwan Returns to ADEX Singapore Dive Expo 2026 to Showcase World-Class Dive Destinations

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2026 – As the global dive tourism market continues to grow, Taiwan is actively seizing new opportunities in this dynamic sector. Building on the strong success of its 2025 participation which captivated audiences with the island’s world-class dive sites,the Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) is … Read more

Two arrested after kidnapping, robbery in Auckland

Source: Radio New Zealand Two women have been charged after a kidnapping and aggravated robbery. RNZ / REECE BAKER Police have arrested and charged two women after a kidnapping and aggravated robbery in Botany earlier this week. Detective Senior Sergeant Dean Batey said on Tuesday, a woman was allegedly kidnapped in her own vehicle from … Read more

Green SM Signs IDR 600 Billion Investment Loan Agreement With BCA

Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2026 – Green SM Indonesia and Bank Central Asia (BCA) today announced the signing of a five-year investment loan agreement with a total value of IDR 600 billion, marking the formalization of a long-term financial partnership between the two parties. Mr. Denny Haryanto … Read more

Arrests made following kidnapping and aggravated robbery, Botany

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Dean Batey, Officer in Charge Counties Manukau East CIB:  Police have arrested and charged two people following a kidnapping and aggravated robbery in Botany earlier this week. On Tuesday 31 March, a woman was allegedly kidnapped in her own vehicle from outside a shopping centre on … Read more

Kids Unplugged struck a nerve at our dinner table

Source: Radio New Zealand It didn’t take long to see evidence that Kids Unplugged had gotten into the brain of my seven-year-old son. The new RNZ web series promotes life outside – mountain biking, sailing, wild kai foraging, etc – away from devices. It’s hosted by the Steel brothers – Malachi (15), Judah (12) and … Read more

COTODAMA Launches Cotodama Speaker / Box Model in MOON WHITE

Source: Media Outreach Available Now in North America, Europe, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Taiwan, and South Korea TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2026 – COTODAMA, the brand at the intersection of sight and sound, today announced the global launch of Cotodama Speaker / Box Model in MOON WHITE. Priced at … Read more

Report outlines damage to Moa Point sewage treatment plant

Source: Radio New Zealand Signs on Wellington’s South Coast about the wastewater spill. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The flooding of the Moa Point sewage treatment plant damaged its ”heart and nervous system”, Wellington Water says. The catastrophic failure of the plant led to the significant, months-long discharge of untreated wastewater off Wellington’s South Coast. In … Read more

Is fuel support going to the right places?

Source: Radio New Zealand Fuel prices had been rising fast in recent weeks. (File photo) AFP / ROBERT MICHAEL Essential workers in some parts of the country face much higher fuel bills than in others, new data shows – and it has raised questions about how support should be targeted. Simplicity chief economist Shamubeel Eaqub … Read more

AsiaTokenFund Group Partners with 1MAX.com to Launch Curated Crypto Trading Platform

Source: Media Outreach TORTOLA, BRITISH VIRGIN ISLAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2026 – AsiaTokenFund Group today announced a strategic partnership with 1MAX.com to jointly venture and launch a next-generation curated cryptocurrency trading platform designed to simplify digital asset investing while reducing risk exposure for users. Built for both new and experienced traders … Read more

Primary teachers’ union NZEI says still gains in new deal, despite same salary settings

Source: Radio New Zealand The union had hoped to negotiate a payment to acknowledge the extra work involved in implementing the new curriculum but was unsuccesful. 123RF The primary teachers’ union says there have been gains in the deal its members accepted following drawn out bargaining, despite the salary settings being the same as an … Read more

Three arrested after armed police attend incident in Petone

Source: Radio New Zealand A police car seen behind a cordon as officers attend an incident. RNZ Police closed off two roads in Petone as part of their response to reports of a person with a possible firearm being seen in a street. Three people have now been taken into custody, a police spokesperson said. … Read more

Crash closes section of SH1 near Ashburton

Source: Radio New Zealand A crash has closed a section of SH1. Screenshot/Google Maps A crash has closed a section of State Highway One in mid-Canterbury. New Zealand Transport Agency said the crash happened near the intersection with Chertsey Kyle Road, between Ashburton and Rakaia. The highway is closed between the intersections with Elizabeth Avenue … Read more

Three arrested on Good Friday in Petone

Source: New Zealand Police Police responding to reports of a possible firearm sighted on East Street in Petone have taken three people into custody. Emergency services were called around 7.20am to the Lower Hutt suburb, and armed police were quickly deployed as a matter of precaution. Roads from East Street to Waione Street were closed … Read more

Police car rammed as two flee police pursuit in Auckland

Source: Radio New Zealand Police have arrested two people after an incident in St Lukes, Auckland. RNZ / Marika Khabazi Police have arrested a person in Auckland after they rammed a police car and attempted to flee. Inspector Keki Wilson said shortly before 10am on Good Friday police noticed a vehicle near Victor Street and … Read more