Christopher Luxon ‘absolutely’ confident he has caucus backing ahead of meeting

Source: Radio New Zealand Prime minister Christopher Luxon says he has the full support of his caucus. RNZ / Mark Papalii The prime minister says he has the full support of his caucus, as National MPs gather in Wellington for the first time in nearly three weeks. Parliament’s first sitting day since 2 April comes … Read more

Black Caps v Bangladesh – second one-dayer

Source: Radio New Zealand Follow all the cricket action as the Black Caps take on Bangladesh in their second one day international at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur. It’s the second of three ODI matches, followed by three T20I series matches, taking place during the Black Caps tour of Bangladesh. First ball is at 5pm … Read more

Quantum technology’s threat to Bitcoin blockchain not fazing cryptocurrency experts

Source: Radio New Zealand A conceptual illustration of a blockchain system. AFP / Sergii Iaremenko / Science Photo Library Cryptocurrency and blockchain experts, investors, financial advisors appear unfazed by immediate threats to the Bitcoin blockchain posed by quantum technology. Google has issued a white paper urging the Bitcoin community to take urgent action to upgrade … Read more

Our Changing World: The complex Cook Strait border for kiwifruit plants

Source: Radio New Zealand Dr Falk Kalamorz and Rebecca Manners study a kiwivine plant within an outside level 1 containment area. Craig Robertson Follow Our Changing World on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or wherever you listen to your podcasts. In 2010 the kiwifruit vine killing bacterial disease Psa-v was found in a Bay of Plenty orchard. … Read more

Weather: Lower North island residents urged to evacuate from low-lying, flood-prone areas

Source: Radio New Zealand Residents evacuate from Konini Street in Wainuiomata. RNZ / Mark Papalii Authorities are urging lower North island residents to stay off the roads and evacuate if they feel unsafe, as torrential rain continues to pour. A state of emergency was declared for the Wellington region earlier on Monday. MetService has issued … Read more

Weather: State of emergency in Wellington as more rain arrives after floods, slips

Source: Radio New Zealand Follow the latest with RNZ’s liveblog above. A state of emergency has been declared in the Wellington region after it was hit with torrential rain. Heavy rain warnings in Wellington and Wairarapa have been upgraded to red until Tuesday night. MetService says the forecast rain presents a threat to life from … Read more

Total exports rise in March – Overseas merchandise trade: March 2026 – Stats NZ news story and information release

Source: Statistics New Zealand Total exports rise in March – news story 20 April 2026 Total exports were valued at $7.9 billion, a rise of $542 million (7.3 percent) in March 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. Leading the rise in total exports were precious metals, … Read more

Three cows put down after stock truck turns over in Canterbury

Source: Radio New Zealand With several cows unaccounted for, motorists have been urged to be careful 123RF Three cows have been put down and up to 10 are unaccounted for after a stock truck turned over in Elgin, Canterbury. Police got the call at around 6:40pm on Monday evening and said the accident also blocked … Read more

China Unicom and Huawei Elevate Beijing E-Town Race-Day Experiences with 5G-A GigaUplink

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – China Unicom and Huawei capped off a series of successful 5G-A GigaUplink deployments by guaranteeing the premium connectivity at the Beijing E-Town Half-Marathon and Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon, where human and robot runners competed alongside through the E-Town in Daxing District. This … Read more

ESG Achievement Awards 2025/2026 Open for Applications, Championing Human Capital and ESG Excellence to Shape a Resilient Future

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – The Institute of ESG & Benchmark (IESGB) proudly announces the launch of the ESG Achievement Awards 2025/2026, marking another milestone in recognising outstanding achievements in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. Building on its established legacy, this year’s Awards will … Read more

HKU Launches School of Governance and Policy, Sets Stage for Global Dialogue on Pressing Challenges

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – The University of Hong Kong (HKU) announces the launch of the School of Governance and Policy (SGP), a new interdisciplinary hub dedicated to shaping the future of governance and public policy. To mark this milestone, SGP will host its inaugural … Read more

Naturedesign’s Cinnamon Table Receives Archiproducts Design Award 2025, with Additional Recognition for Nicoline Italia Ahead of Salone del Mobile Milano 2026

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – Naturedesign, an Italian furniture manufacturer, has been recognised at the Archiproducts Design Awards 2025 in the Furniture category for its Cinnamon glass dining table, designed by Gino Carollo. The award was announced in November 2025 as part of the tenth edition of … Read more

JustMarkets Announces Comprehensive Technology Ecosystem Upgrade for Gold Trading in 2026

Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – JustMarkets, a global financial brokerage platform, officially announces a major infrastructure update aimed at optimizing investment performance. In the context of a highly volatile 2026 gold market, JustMarkets focuses on providing technological solutions that help investors replace “instinctive … Read more

Rhenus Logistics Strengthens Asia–Latam Trade with Record Growth in 2025

Source: Media Outreach 170,000 TEUs handled on the Asia–Latam trade lane, positioning Rhenus among the Top 3 logistics providers in the corridor No. 1 ranking in Far East inbound flows to Argentina, Colombia, and Paraguay, strengthening leadership in key markets Strategic procurement hub in Hong Kong dedicated to LATAM market to support long-term growth SINGAPORE- … Read more

Hutt Valley shop owner hoping sandbags will save his store

Source: Radio New Zealand The owner of a superette in the Hutt Valley suburb of Wainuiomata says he’s not sure if sandbags will be enough to stop rising flood waters. A state of emergency was declared in the Wellington region after it was hit with torrential rain with heavy rain warnings in Wellington and Wairarapa … Read more

Leveraging CICPE Yacht Sub-Venue, Sanya Accelerates Development as Asia-Pacific Yachting Capital

Source: Media Outreach HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – On April 15, the Sanya International Yacht Sub-Venue of the 6th China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) officially kicked off. The event has brought together brands from leading global yacht-producing countries, such as France, Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany, and the … Read more

The Famous CFC Makes Vietnam Debut with Chelsea Legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink at Ascott Tay Ho Hanoi

Source: Media Outreach The two-day programme brought over 300 Chelsea supporters and Ascott Star Rewards members together for immersive fan experiences, including the Night with the Blues event at Hanoi’s newest integrated events and hospitality destination LONDON/HANOI/SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the Official Hotels Partner of … Read more

Ascott Records Strongest-ever Southeast Asia Signings in 2025, Powering Multi-typology Growth

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the wholly owned lodging business unit of CapitaLand Investment (CLI), recorded a landmark year of signings in Southeast Asia in 2025, adding more than 7,300 units across the region. This represents a 55% increase over the 4,700 units … Read more

Woman dies after delayed cancer diagnosis and missed signs

Source: Radio New Zealand It was in the fourth biopsy that the woman was confirmed to have gastric adenocarcinoma – stomach cancer. 123rf A 74-year-old woman’s cancer diagnosis was delayed by nine months after three biopsies missed signs of cancer, and she died the following year. The Health and Disability Commissioner has found Awanui Labs, … Read more

Xin Yuan Kicks Off National Bingo Day 2026, Calling for Community Action to Support Seniors

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – Xin Yuan Comcare Ltd announces the launch of its inaugural National Bingo Day for Seniors 2026, set to take place on 27 June 2026 (Saturday), from 9.00am to 11.30am at Plaza@128 (covered space in front of Blk 128 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh). … Read more

Residents of Wellington’s Duckworth Lewis guesthouse wake to metre-high floodwaters

Source: Radio New Zealand Residents of a Newtown boarding house found their rooms swamped by metre-high floodwaters during the early morning flash flood in Wellington on Monday. The Duckworth Lewis guesthouse, formerly the Caledonian Hotel, is across the road from the Basin Reserve cricket grounds. The torrential downpours flooded nearby streets and cars were submerged … Read more

PSA says faulty fire alarm at a Dunedin hospital ‘serious risk’ to safety

Source: Radio New Zealand PSA National secretary, Fleur Fitzsimons. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The Public Service Association says a faulty fire alarm system at a Dunedin hospital is an unacceptable risk to staff and patients. The union says the alarm system at Helensburgh House, which caters to people with intellectual disabilities and mental illness, was … Read more

Southland-based Niagara Sawmilling Company begins $115m expansion

Source: Radio New Zealand A render of the new sawmill from Niagara. SUPPLIED Southland-based Niagara Sawmilling Company has begun a $115 million expansion of its timber processing operations, marking the largest growth phase in the company’s 91‑year history. The investment includes construction of a new state‑of‑the‑art sawmill at Niagara’s Kennington site, on the outskirts of … Read more

XTransfer Export PMI: Emerging Markets Drive Growth, High-End Upgrading Opportunities Stand Out

Source: Media Outreach GUANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – XTransfer, the World’s Leading B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, released its latest figures at the 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair). In the first quarter of this year, emerging markets across Asia, Africa, and Latin America accounted for 73% … Read more

Ann Chin Popiah Brings Heritage Flavours to the Heartlands with Toa Payoh Hub Pop-Up Experience

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – Ann Chin Popiah will launch a special pop-up experience at Toa Payoh Hub in mid-May 2026, expanding its presence into the heartlands through a limited-time concept that blends heritage food preservation with modern retail activation. The pop-up will be located at a … Read more

Webudding Advances Digital Stationery Through IP Collaborations and Creator Tools

Source: Media Outreach The digital stationery platform builds a richer ecosystem for users, creators, and brand partners, combining beloved character IP with technology that makes better products faster. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – Webudding, a digital stationery platform connecting users, creators, and brand partners worldwide, is raising the standard for … Read more

HGC Announces the Launch of HGC Mobile Expanding Mobile Connectivity Footprint with Enhanced “Network-on-the-Go” Experience

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 April 2026 – HGC Global Communications(“HGC” or the “Group”), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, today announced the launch of its new brand –HGC Mobile, which offers mobile telecommunications services#. This initiative provides customers with a comprehensive … Read more