Small eruption spotted at Whakaari-White Island

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Source: Radio New Zealand A still image from the video from Earth Sciences’ Whakatāne camera, about one minute after the eruption occurred. Earth Sciences NZ There has been a small eruption at Whakaari-White Island, with a plume of ash briefly visible. Earth Sciences New Zealand said the volcano erupted at 5.35pm, with “a single slug … Read more

The Warehouse fined for selling toy that was choking risk

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Source: Radio New Zealand SUPPLIED The Warehouse has been fined more than $200,000 for selling a toy that was a choking risk for children under three. The Commerce Commission said the “Roo Crew Take-Apart Vehicle Toys” were potentially dangerous because they contained multiple small parts and had failed several safety tests. It said the District … Read more

MyRepublic Announces ‘Card Con 2’ – Singapore’s Premier Trading Card Convention Returns Bigger in 2026

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2026 – Following the success of its inaugural event, MyRepublic today announced the return of Card Con 2, Singapore’s premier trading card convention dedicated to celebrating the rapidly growing world of Trading Card Games (TCGs), collectibles, and geek culture. Card Con 2 by MyRepublic … Read more

Fuel costs support package: Will those who most need help get any?

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Source: Radio New Zealand Food is the one thing people can cut back on when the car runs low on fuel, say aid agencies. AFP / ROBERT MICHAEL The government’s support package for those struggling with the cost of fuel is simply not enough, an advocate for beneficiaries says, warning it could push people towards … Read more

NRL: Injured NZ Warriors star Luke Metcalf returns early against Wests Tigers

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Source: Radio New Zealand Luke Metcalf is helped off the field against Brisbane Broncos last June. Tertius Pickard/www.photosport.nz NZ Warriors star Luke Metcalf has been named for an early return to action, when his team take on Wests Tigers at Go Media Stadium on Friday night. Metcalf, 27, suffered a season-ending knee injury last June … Read more

All Blacks rebooted: Rennie calls in new guard for revival mission

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Source: Radio New Zealand Tana Umaga was left ‘a little bit speechless’ after the announcement. Brett Phibbs / www.photosport.nz Dave Rennie has assembled his crew to rebuild the All Blacks empire. Neil Barnes, Tana Umaga and Mike Blair have been named alongside incumbent Jason Ryan as Rennie’s coaching team. After a period marked by inconsistency … Read more

Earthquake of magnitude 7.6 strikes Tonga islands

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Source: Radio New Zealand Screenshot / Earthquaketrack A tsunami was not expected after a deep 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck near the Tonga islands on Tuesday, according to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre. “There is no tsunami threat because the earthquake is located too deep inside the earth,” PTWC said. The quake was at a depth … Read more

Connecting the World, Driving Apex Growth: Apexmind Summit 2026 Successfully Held in HongKong

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2026 – The Apexmind Summit 2026 was grandly held in Hong Kong today. The summit brought together leading global strategists, scholars, and business and policy leaders to engage in high-level dialog on how strategic opportunities are reshaping the competitive landscape. During the … Read more

Winston Peters says New Zealand not ‘rushing to contribute military forces to this conflict’

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Source: Radio New Zealand Winston Peters says critics have been scaremongering and indicating the government is rushing to contribute military forces to the conflict. RNZ / Mark Papalii The Foreign Minister says people shouldn’t be alarmed that “somehow we’re going to be engaged in some military exercise” following statements by the head of NATO including … Read more

Appeal for information following violent assault, Christchurch

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Source: New Zealand Police Christchurch Police investigating a violent assault in the CBD are appealing for information from the public to assist in identifying the person pictured as we believe they can assist in our enquiries. On Thursday 19 March, Police were called to Worcester Street at around 10pm following reports of a person received … Read more

Golden Bay gold mine proposal pushing ahead ‘without any genuine community consent’, say locals

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Source: Radio New Zealand Protesters occupy the drilling site in Sams Creek, in the Upper Tākaka Valley. Supplied / Timothy Firkin Golden Bay locals are continuing to campaign against a proposed gold mine, fearing it will harm the region’s famed Te Waikoropupū Springs. Australian mining company Siren Gold hopes to extract billions of dollars worth … Read more

Why it’s going to get harder to win big on Lotto

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Source: Radio New Zealand The changes to Powerball take effect in the second half of 2026. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly Changes coming for Lotto will make it less likely that people will win the big prize – but more likely they’ll collect a small one. In what it calls its first “matrix change” in 19 … Read more

Independent review to look at Whanganui flight school facing $11 million loss

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Source: Radio New Zealand Whanganui District Council has lost $11 million from its investment in the New Zealand International Commercial Pilot Academy. RNZ/Robin Martin An independent review is to take a warts-and-all look at Whanganui District Council’s commercial pilot school, which is closing facing an $11 million loss. Councillors approved the review of the New … Read more

Wellington Airport completes major runway safety upgrade

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Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington Airport chief executive Matt Clarke next to the completed engineered materials arresting system bed. WELLINGTON AIRPORT / SUPPLIED Wellington Airport has installed new runway safety zones with energy absorbing blocks at the end of each runway. It said the engineered materials arresting system (EMAS), would provide additional safety in the … Read more

JioStar Unlocks India’s Billion-Strong Consumer Base for Southeast Asia Brands via Live Sports

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2026 – JioStar, a global media and entertainment powerhouse, is providing brands from South East Asia unparalleled access to over a billion viewers through India’s most-watched sporting events. With TATA IPL 2026 starting in less than two weeks, JioStar’s multi-screen presentation of one of … Read more

Is fuel support package ‘generous’ or not enough?

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Source: Radio New Zealand The payment would continue until the price of 91 drops below $3 a litre. (File photo) RNZ / Quin Tauetau Commentators are split on whether the fuel support package announced by the government on Tuesday is generous – or leaving out some of the most needy New Zealanders. The government announced … Read more

Trend Micro’s Enterprise Business is now TrendAI™

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Source: Media Outreach New identity for solving enterprise challenges reflects company’s evolution and AI leadership HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2026 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704) today announced that its enterprise cybersecurity business will now operate under the name TrendAI , reflecting its evolution as AI becomes … Read more

Brooke van Velden resignation is a chance for U-turn

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Source: NZCTU NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Sandra Grey is calling on the Government to pause harmful employment legislation in light of Brooke van Velden’s resignation. “Brooke van Velden’s legacy as Workplace Relations and Safety Minister is one of the worst in this country’s history. Much of the legislation passed on her watch has wrecked … Read more

Fuel-crisis package is paper-thin

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Source: NZCTU The Government’s proposed support package for families in a fuel crisis is woefully inadequate, says NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi President Sandra Grey. “Some families will get limited relief from this package. But the Government is doing nothing for families who don’t receive the in-work tax credit. They are doing nothing for pensioners. They … Read more

McCain to close Hastings vegetable processing plant by January 2027

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Source: Radio New Zealand Roberto Machado Noa McCain has announced it will close its Hastings vegetable processing plant by January 2027. In a letter to growers, McCain said it reviewed operations at the site but was unable to find a sustainable pathway under the current model. “The closure follows a review of our Hastings operations, … Read more

European Union Pavilion Showcasing Excellence of EU Food and Beverages at FHA 2026

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2026 – The European Union (EU) announces its participation as Region of Honour with dedicated Pavilions at FHA-Food & Hospitality Asia 2026, one of the region’s most important food and beverage exhibitions. Taking place from 21st to 24th April, visitors will be able to … Read more

Black Ferns grapple with eligibility rules as players seek more rugby

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Source: Radio New Zealand Amy Rule and Georgia Ponsonby during the anthem before a test against Canada in 2025. © Photosport Ltd 2025 www.photosport.nz Amy Rule knows how much playing top flight rugby in the UK has elevated her game – but it has also left her facing a dilemma that the Black Ferns have … Read more

Who will be eligible to get an extra $50 a week as part of the fuel crisis package?

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Source: Radio New Zealand The policy was estimated to cost $373 million if it ran for a full year. (File photo) RNZ / Quin Tauetau The government announced almost 150,000 families will receive an extra $50 a week to help ease the pain caused by soaring petrol prices, but who can expect to see that … Read more

Etiqa Insurance Singapore and AIA Singapore Join Forces to Expand Accessibility of Takaful for Customers

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2026 – Etiqa Insurance Singaporeand AIA Singapore today announced a strategic distribution partnership to broaden access to Shariah-compliant, values-based Takaful solutions across Singapore. This collaboration marks an important milestone in advancing the Islamic insurance landscape locally and enabling more customers, both Muslim and non-Muslim … Read more

$50 a week for lower-income working families

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is moving quickly to provide extra support for low-to-middle-income working families as conflict in the Middle East drives up fuel prices and adds pressure to household budgets. From 7 April, about 143,000 working families with children will get an extra $50 a week through a boost to the in-work … Read more