Ice warning, Napier – Taupō Road

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are urged to drive with caution, with ice causing delays and a crash on SH 5. No injuries have been reported but weather conditions in the area are very cold and the roads are icy. Road users are urged to drive to the conditions, which means slow right down, increase…

Ferry ‘Perfect Storm’ Fails to Arrive

Source: New Zealand Government Rail Minister Winston Peters confirmed Interislander will soon be back to its full complement of vessels ahead of the busier spring and summer months, following Kaitaki returning from scheduled dry-dock on Tuesday 21 September. Kaitaki will resume sailings tomorrow (Saturday 26 September). “The hand-wringers, backseat admirals, and know-nothing know-it-alls predicted a…

Charges laid following fraud investigation

Source: New Zealand Police Police have laid multiple charges against a man who allegedly defrauded a company out of $2 million.  An investigation commenced in 2025 after it was alleged an employee had misused a company’s internal systems to dishonestly obtain goods. Acting Detective Senior Sergeant James Kim, Waitematā North Area Investigations and Financial Crime…

AWARD-WINNING CHILDREN’S BOOK TACKLES FINANCIAL LITERACY GAP – ONE LETTER AT A TIME

Source: Hayley Brooks and Jeff Brooks ‘The A to Z of Money’ was co-written by father daughter duo Hayley Brooks and the late Jeff Brooks The book won Bronze in the People’s Choice – Product 2025 category at the 2025 AusMumpreneur Awards. Research commissioned by the Ecstra Foundation found that 57 per cent of parents … Read more

380 more health care workers at the end of winter too little too late – NZNO

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation An announcement of 380 additional nurses, midwives and health care assistants for hospitals around the country at the end of winter is too little too late, NZNO says. Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa NZNO Kaiwhakahaere Kerri Nuku says chief nurse Nadine Gray’s comments this morning that Te Whatu Ora has … Read more

Chief Ombudsman to conduct investigation into OIA concerns at Ministry of Education

Source: Office of the Ombudsman Statement from Chief Ombudsman John Allen “I have this morning met with the Secretary for Education, Ellen MacGregor-Reid, and the Public Service Commissioner, Sir Brian Roche, to discuss allegations of attempts to circumvent the Official Information Act at the Ministry of Education. “It would not be appropriate to talk about … Read more

When disaster strikes, will your household have a plan?

Source: National Emergency Management Agency New Zealanders’ emergency preparedness is at a five-year high, but more than half have done nothing to prepare for an emergency in the past year, according to a new survey from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). NEMA’s Director General Dave Gawn says the 2026 results from its annual Emergency … Read more

New nurses announcement too little, too late for decimated health system – PSA

Source: Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi The PSA is calling Health NZ’s decision to hire 380 new nurses nationwide a sign of a panicking government, not a meaningful solution to the chronic underfunding across Aotearoa’s public healthcare system. “Although health workers will welcome any new hires into their massively overstretched teams, 380 … Read more

Huagui Group: A Global Player Across Two RMB100-Billion Aquatic Markets, as Honghu Lotus Root Ranks No. 1 in Antioxidant Content

Source: Media Outreach HONGHU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 September 2026 – Honghu lotus root ranks first in antioxidant content among major lotus-root-producing regions, according to industrial report by China Merchants Securities (CMS), highlighting the ingredient’s potential beyond traditional food and into functional food, superfood and biotechnology markets. Building on Honghu’s nutritional profile … Read more

Growth of frontline mental health workers to continue

Source: New Zealand Government The refresh of the Mental Health and Addiction Workforce Plan has been released today, building on strong workforce growth that has resulted in more New Zealanders getting faster access to support, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “We came into office knowing workforce shortages were one of the biggest barriers to…

New councillors to strengthen Game Animal Council

Source: New Zealand Government Two new appointments to the Game Animal Council (GAC) will broaden its expertise and ensure it has the community connections required to drive New Zealand’s largest-ever hunter-led game animal management workstreams. Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager has appointed Lisa Chase and Simon Cameron as councillors for one-year terms, from 1…

Improving Blue Spring visitor experience

Source: New Zealand Government Upgrades to visitor infrastructure at Te Waihou Blue Spring in South Waikato will help manage growing visitor numbers and protect the quality of the visitor experience, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “Thousands of local and international visitors flow to Te Waihou Blue Spring every year to experience its remarkable…

Council performance data puts ratepayers in the driver’s seat

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is boosting accountability and transparency for ratepayers by releasing a second round of council performance data today, Local Government Minister Simon Watts says.   “Rates are one of the biggest household bills Kiwis pay, yet they have no control over the cost. Ratepayers deserve to know where their money is…

$25,000 TCA | NZSA Writers’ Award has been awarded to writer Matariki Williams

Source: Tāwhia Copyright Aotearoa and New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa (PEN NZ Inc) 25 September 2026 Matariki Williams (Ngāi Tūhoe, Ngāti Hauiti, Ngāti Whakaue, Taranaki, Te Ātihaunui-a-Pāpārangi) has been awarded the 2026 Tāwhia Copyright Aotearoa (TCA) and The New Zealand Society of Authors (NZSA) Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa (PEN … Read more

Economy – New Monetary Policy Committee member appointed – Reserve Bank

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua 25 September 2026 A new internal member of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s (RBNZ) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), Rebecca Williams, has been appointed by the Minister of Finance, Nicola Willis, on the recommendation of the RBNZ Board. The MPC is responsible for the monetary … Read more

Appointment to Monetary Policy Committee

Source: New Zealand Government Finance Minister Nicola Willis has announced the short-term appointment of Rebecca Williams as an internal member of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). Ms Williams will commence her one-year term on 15 October 2026, concluding on 14 October 2027. The reduced term reflects adherence to electoral conventions,…

New Zealand commits to continuing to work alongside Pacific partners

Source: Maritime New Zealand On 11 September 2026, Maritime NZ signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) to deliver a fifth phase of the Pacific Maritime Safety Programme (PMSP) through to June 2031. This phase will work with five participating member states – Cook Islands, Niue, Samoa, Tokelau…

Alliance Party Commits to 65 Retirement Age, Funding Aged Care Support, Supercharging KiwiSaver

Source: Alliance Party Friday 25th September 2026 The Alliance Party has released its Retirement and Aged Care Policy, which keeps the pension universal, lifts the couple rate to the highest level the law allows, and commits to ending the asset test for rest home care. The Alliance’s health spokesperson, Ethan Gullery, says too many people … Read more

Reserve Bank requests TSB to commission independent report

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua 25 September 2026 The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua is requesting an independent report from TSB under Section 95 of the Banking (Prudential Supervision) Act 1989. Section 95 gives the Reserve Bank the power to require a bank to provide a … Read more

Amnesty launches More Voices campaign to give people a greater say in government decisions

Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand A real say in the decisions that shape our lives With the general election approaching, Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand has launched More Voices, a national campaign asking how people can have greater influence over decisions that affect their lives, their whānau and their communities. Amnesty will hear directly … Read more

Media Advisory: Police Remembrance Day on Tuesday 29 September

Source: New Zealand Police Media are invited to the Police Remembrance Day national service. What: Each year New Zealand Police commemorates Police Remembrance Day on 29 September, the feast day of the Archangel Michael, the patron saint of police.  Who: Police staff and members of the Police family will gather to remember colleagues now lost to…

Crash, State Highway 2, Maramarua

Source: New Zealand Police Police are advising motorists to expect delays after a truck trailer rolled on State Highway 2 at Maramarua this morning.  The crash happened about 6.55am, near the intersection of Kopuku Road.  There are no reports of injuries, however traffic is backing up.  Motorists are advised to expect delays and use alternative…

Fatal crash, Arapaepae South Rd, SH 57, Levin

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm a person has died following yesterday’s crash on State Highway 57 yesterday, at Levin.  The collision, involving a truck and car, was reported about 6.50am on Thursday and happened between Tararua Road and Meadowvale Road.  Sadly, the driver of the car died at the scene and Police are…

Kweichow Zhenjiu Partners with CDF Cruise to Host Exclusive Tasting Event Aboard “Adora Magic City”

Source: Media Outreach Empowering Brand Globalization Through Innovative Premium Consumer Experiences HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – ZJLD Group Inc. (“ZJLD” or the “Company”, together with the Company’s subsidiaries, collectively the “Group”) (SEHK stock code: 06979.HK), a flagship enterprise in China’s baijiu industry and the first baijiu company listed … Read more

Binzhou Aerospace Exploration Center, New Landmark for Science, Cultural Tourism

Source: Media Outreach BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 September 2026 – The Binzhou Aerospace Exploration Center will open on Sept. 25, offering an immersive destination that combines aerospace science, cultural tourism, education and leisure. Visitors can explore space through interactive experiences while learning about the development of human spaceflight and China’s achievements … Read more