Alibaba Cloud Expands Global Infrastructure and AI Portfolio to Accelerate Enterprise AI Adoption

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Source: Media Outreach Empowering global enterprises across software, electronics, logistics, gaming, IT and entertainment to enhance efficiency and accelerate innovation through full-stack cloud and AI solutions. HANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – Alibaba Cloud, a leading global provider of AI infrastructure and the intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, today announced … Read more

Practical changes in new Dairy Code of Welfare strengthen reputation

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Source: New Zealand Government An improved code of welfare for dairy cattle will enhance New Zealand’s strong reputation for animal welfare, while ensuring changes are practical for farmers, Acting Agriculture Minister Nicola Grigg says. “The revised Code of Welfare: Dairy Cattle makes important changes to add to already-high levels of animal welfare in the dairy…

Road blocked: Roscommon Road, Manurewa

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Source: New Zealand Police Police are attending a two-vehicle crash that has blocked the northbound lanes of Roscommon Road, Manurewa. The crash was reported to Police at 1.45pm. Initial indications are that two people have suffered moderate injuries. Motorists are urged to avoid the area, take alternate routes, or expect delays while towing is arranged…

Efficiency isn’t just about technology – it’s about how we use it

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Source: Maritime New Zealand If you’ve made the switch to an electric vehicle (EV), you’ll know the way you drive affects how much energy it consumes. Smooth acceleration, maintaining a steady speed, anticipating stops, avoiding unnecessary braking and, where possible, avoiding steep hills can significantly improve a vehicle’s efficiency and operational range. The same principle…

Singapore-built AI oral examiner PSLEPrep analysed 12,459 answers in English and Chinese for its first Oral Practice Report.

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Source: Media Outreach Asked for a personal example, four in ten PSLE English oral practice answers give none, study finds SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 September 2026 – PSLEPrep, a Singapore-built AI oral examiner for PSLE English oral and PSLE Chinese oral practice, has published its first Oral Practice Report. It is based … Read more

Northland vegetation fire update

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Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand was alerted to a five-hectare scrub and grass vegetation fire on Far North Road in Te Kao at 9.48am today. Firefighters from Houhora and Kaitaia responded, supported by two helicopters. Fire and Emergency and Police have evacuated ten houses as a precaution, with the … Read more

Animal welfare system faces scrutiny following parliamentary committee’s recommendation

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Source: SAFE For Animals Animal rights organisation SAFE has welcomed a recommendation from Parliament’s Petitions Committee that the Government investigate how oversight of New Zealand’s animal welfare system could be improved. The recommendation follows a petition lodged on 3 March by SAFE and the Commissioner for Animals Alliance, a coalition of 21 organisations calling for … Read more

Government invests in cleaning up contaminated Crown land

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking a practical step to address contaminated sites on Crown-owned land by supporting coordinated investigation and remediation work across New Zealand, Environment Minister Nicola Grigg, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka and Land Information Minister Mike Butterick say. “Budget 2025 included a $40 million investment to scale up the management…

Charges laid following aggravated burglary, Kaikohe

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Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested and charged four people following an aggravated burglary in Kaikohe.  The charges come after an elderly man and a dog sustained serious injuries at a residential address on Cottage Court on 13 September.   Detective Sergeant Bart Graham, Northland CIB, says several people were allegedly responsible for the violent…

Your GP. The specialist who knows you – College of GPs launch national marketing campaign and election manifesto

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Source: Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners Today The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (the College) is launching Your GP. The specialist who knows you; He hononga whānau, he oranga whānui – a national marketing campaign that recognises the expertise, leadership and lifelong relationships that sit at the heart of this medical … Read more

The Right to a Roof: Alliance Party Unveils Housing Policy

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Source: Alliance Party of Aotearoa New Zealand Wednesday 23rd of September The Alliance Party is proud to unveil an ambitious, modern housing policy designed to bring our national housing infrastructure into the twenty-first century. Alliance Party housing spokesperson and candidate for Palmerston North, Joshua Moss, said the policy was founded primarily on one overarching principle: … Read more

Alliance Party Plan to Eliminate Child Poverty

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Source: Alliance Party of Aotearoa New Zealand Wednesday 23rd of September. The Alliance Party has further elaborated on its social security and welfare policies, with a focus on the elimination of child poverty. Alliance social security spokesperson and West Coast-Tasman candidate Sara Dyatlova Murphy said the policy provides greater detail on the previously announced Universal … Read more

Federated Farmers celebrates new planning system

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Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers says new legislation to replace the Resource Management Act will cut red tape, unlock investment and help grow our export-led economy. The Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill passed their third reading in Parliament yesterday. Federated Farmers RMA reform spokesperson Mark Hooper says the new legislation is a huge milestone … Read more

Alliance Party Announces Joshua Moss As Candidate For Palmerston North

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Source: Alliance Party of Aotearoa New Zealand Wednesday 23 September 2026 The Alliance Party has announced Joshua Moss as its candidate for Palmerston North. At 21 years old, Mr Moss is one of the younger candidates standing in this election. He is a union and environmental activist, and a student in resource and environmental planning. … Read more

Advocacy – If Palestine Is a Test of Independent Foreign Policy, New Zealand Must Act

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Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand 23 September 2026 Aotearoa New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters has presented Palestinian statehood recognition as an example of New Zealand pursuing an independent, multi-directional foreign policy including where New Zealand has differed from some of its closest partners. For Palestine Forum of New Zealand (PFNZ), Palestine is not … Read more

Tech – Kiwis Confident about AI, but Habits Say Otherwise

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Source: Avast New Avast research reveals an “AI confidence trap” Auckland, 23 September 2026 – New Zealanders are confident they can catch an AI fake, but our judgements don’t match our actions. 66% of New Zealand adults are convinced they’d catch an AI fake the moment they saw one. And 40% have shared, or considered … Read more

RMA reaction: Government demolishes cornerstone of environmental protection

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Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace says the Coalition Government has committed one of its most destructive acts against nature this term, pushing through legislation replacing the Resource Management Act (RMA) last night, in the final sitting days of Parliament. For more than three decades, the RMA has been New Zealand’s overarching legal framework governing how land, water, … Read more

Webinar: Politicians to present policies on lobbying

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Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa The OECD gave New Zealand a zero rating for its lack of policies to manage the risks of lobbying. In an upcoming webinar, politicians from across the political spectrum will be asked what they will do to improve this dire situation. Health Coalition Aotearoa is hosting the free lunchtime webinar on … Read more

Three-day stays for mothers and babies now law

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Source: New Zealand Government Mothers and babies will receive more support in the crucial days after birth, with legislation now passed that will, in future, allow every mother up to three days of inpatient postnatal care, say Health Minister Simeon Brown and Associate Health Minister Casey Costello. “This is about putting mothers at the heart…

When the Dairy Becomes the Takeaway Go-To in Town

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Source: Press Release Service Headline: When the Dairy Becomes the Takeaway Go-To in Town Discover how hot food is transforming New Zealand dairies, bakeries and superettes, giving local stores a new way to serve customers and grow trade. The post When the Dairy Becomes the Takeaway Go-To in Town first appeared on PR.co.nz.

Direction for white and orange hydrogen regulation

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Source: New Zealand Government The Coalition Government has agreed to regulate white and orange hydrogen through the Natural Environment Act framework, providing a clearer pathway for industry to explore and develop the emerging resource. Resources Minister Shane Jones and RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop say the decision provides greater certainty to industry, iwi and hapū,…

4WD group plants native trees to fix damage

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  23 September 2026 The Mid Canterbury club helped plant natives at Buicks Bridge, near the Ōtūwharekai/Ashburton Lakes, where there was significant damage on a hillside by other 4WD users of the area.  DOC Community Ranger Stephanie Mercer says there were large wheel ruts up the hill and the club hoped…

Progressing shared redress between Moriori and Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri

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Source: New Zealand Government Legislation which implements shared redress agreed between Moriori and Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri has passed its first reading in Parliament today, Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “The Bill will give effect to the shared redress arrangements negotiated by Moriori and Ngāti Mutunga o Wharekauri, and agreed as part of their…

Fewer hoops to get innovative agchems to farmers and growers

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making common-sense changes to get innovative agricultural products to farmers and growers faster, while maintaining New Zealand’s high standards, says Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard. “For too long, farmers, growers, and manufacturers have faced delays and costs getting access to new agricultural compounds and veterinary medicines.” “That means…

Targeted checks highlight opportunities to lift safety in joinery sector

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Source: Worksafe New Zealand A recent WorkSafe initiative has found many joinery businesses could benefit from improving how they manage machine safety, workplace health risks, and hazardous substances. The insights come from proactive visits to more than 600 wood product manufacturing businesses between January and March this year, including over 100 joinery workshops, most of…