Tech – Liverton Security Launches SGE Plus on the NZ Government (NZGovt) Marketplace

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Source: Liverton Security A new framework designed to strengthen email security for government and commercial organisations. Liverton Security, a New Zealand-based cybersecurity product development and consultancy specialising in email security and data protection, has launched SGE Plus, a Secure Government Email framework now available on the NZ Government (NZGovt) Marketplace, providing New Zealand government agencies … Read more

Tax Reform – Migrant surcharge discriminatory, says tax reform campaign

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Source: Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign ACT’s new immigration policy, which would require a $6 per day surcharge on temporary visa holders, is discriminatory says the Better Taxes for a Better Future Campaign. “This policy singles out one of the most vulnerable groups in Aotearoa New Zealand for an extra charge that many … Read more

Clarkville residents alarmed by gravel trucks as Woodend Bypass work set to resume

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Source: Radio New Zealand Clarkville residents protesting on Monday morning at Baynons Road.  RNZ/Anna Sargent People in the settlement of Clarkville, north of Christchurch, are worried someone could be seriously hurt or killed by gravel trucks pounding their narrow residential roads. Gravel is being extracted from the Waimakariri River in preparation for the new $1 … Read more

Abbey Caves inquest: Teacher ‘completely broke down’ when he realised Karnin Petera was missing

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Source: Radio New Zealand Brother Jordan and parents Alicia Toki and Andre Petera with a photo of Karnin “Tino” Petera outside the Whangārei Courthouse. RNZ / Peter de Graaf A teacher on a fatal caving trip has described how he was convinced he would die as he tried to push students to safety while he … Read more

Swarbrick confirms frustration over Heart of the City CEO’s negative takes

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Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland Central MP Chloe Swarbrick says she would like to see more promotion of the positive things happening in the city centre. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Auckland Central MP Chloe Swarbrick says she has been frustrated for some time at Heart of the City’s chief executive Viv Beck’s negative framing of … Read more

Source of cruise hantavirus outbreak must be tracked down -microbiologist

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Source: Radio New Zealand The MV Hondius stationary off the port of Praia after an outbreak of “severe acute respiratory illness” on board. AFP A microbiologist says it’s crucial to discover the source of a suspected rare virus that’s hitting passengers on a cruise ship. Three have died in what was thought to be an … Read more

Hongkong Land Unveils Phase Two of Westbund Central Flagship in Shanghai

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Source: Media Outreach US$8 billion ultra-premium integrated commercial property debuts new lifestyle destination located along Shanghai’s iconic Huangpu River waterfront New “Enjoy Life” brand theme highlights premium tenant mix of designer retail and lifestyle brands HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 May 2026 – Hongkong Land Holdings Limited (“Hongkong Land” or the … Read more

Rhenus Strengthens its Road Freight Offerings in APAC to Meet High Demand in the Region

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Source: Media Outreach Building upon its expertise in Europe, Rhenus is expanding its road freight solutions in Asia Pacific The strategic move will see dedicated expertise and resources to better support the region’s demand for fast and reliable freight transportation options SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 May 2026 – With demand for road … Read more

Hayden Tasker was trying to end his life when he killed Nelson police officer, court told

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Source: Radio New Zealand Hayden Tasker. The Press / Iain McGregor Hayden Tasker was drunk, annoyed about life and motivated by anger toward police before he drove into two officers in Nelson, killing one and critically injuring another, a court has heard. Tasker, 33, is on trial at the Christchurch High Court for the murder … Read more

Nelson Hospital has second power outage within six months

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Source: Radio New Zealand The Nelson Hospital lost power today and in October. RNZ / Nate McKinnon The Nelson Hospital has had its second power outage within six months. Health New Zealand says Nelson Hospital lost power for eight minutes this morning, though the Uninterrupted Power Supply was able to restore power immediately to critical … Read more

Baby who died on mother’s chest not regularly checked by midwife

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Source: Radio New Zealand The baby died in August 2019. 123rf A minutes-old baby, who died on his mother’s chest while she was sutured up following his birth, should have been checked more regularly by the midwife tasked with their care, the Health and Disability Commissioner has found. According to a decision released on Monday … Read more

Fears for patient care after Palmerston North hospital’s last expert leaves

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Source: Radio New Zealand Palmerston North Hospital. RNZ / Jimmy Ellingham Last permanent doctor at Palmerston North Hospital gastroenterology department worries about patients with chronic conditions when he leaves Dr James Irwin says temporary staff will offer transactional care One patient feels left in the lurch Health NZ says its recruiting to the service and … Read more

Chair of Financial Markets Authority resigns after conduct review

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Source: Radio New Zealand Craig Stobo (file photo) RNZ / REECE BAKER Financial Markets Authority chair Craig Stobo has resigned after an independent review found his public commentary failed to meet the standards of political neutrality expected of the head of an independent regulator. Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Cameron Brewer accepted Stobo’s resignation … Read more

Crews had ‘clear knowledge gap’ on Aratere ferry ahead of grounding

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Source: Radio New Zealand The ship was grounded while sailing from Picton to Wellington on June 21, 2024. RNZ / Angus Dreaver Maritime NZ says there was a clear knowledge gap in how a steering console worked aboard the Aratere ferry ahead of it running aground nearly two years ago. KiwiRail had been ordered to … Read more

Mauao Mount Maunganui restorations begin, could take up to four months

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ/Angie Skerrett Work has begun to restore Mauao Mount Maunganui, but it could be up to four months until the public can access the summit. A blessing was held today in partnership with Tauranga City Council, the Mauao Trust and Ngā Poutiriao o Mauao to enable to the re-entry onto the … Read more

Identities of mother and children killed at Hastings property to remain secret

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Source: Radio New Zealand Two children aged under three years old died alongside a woman at a Hastings house. RNZ / Anusha Bradley An order prohibiting publishing the names of a mother and her two children killed following an incident at a property in Hastings has been continued. A homicide investigation, dubbed Operation Train, was … Read more

Baby who died on mother’s chest not regularly checked by nurse

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Source: Radio New Zealand The baby died in August 2019. 123rf A minutes-old baby, who died on his mother’s chest while she was sutured up following his birth, should have been checked more regularly by the registered nurse tasked with their care, the Health and Disability Commissioner has found. According to a decision released on … Read more

Customs cash find leads to seizures in Gisborne

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Source: Radio New Zealand Police seized vehicles and cash in a raid in the Gisborne suburb of Mangapapa, on 29 April. Supplied / Police More than half a million dollars discovered in a traveller’s belongings and linked to organised crime overseas has led to the seizure of property, vehicles and tens of thousands of dollars. … Read more

Performances – Teens reinvent Shakespeare for today’s world – Vic

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Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. Young thespians are proving that Shakespeare still has the power to resonate with youth culture, because the first world problems of love, jealousy, and identity didn’t disappear with corsets and quills—they just changed platforms. This King’s Birthday Weekend, a new generation of rangatahi will take to the stage … Read more

Maritime NZ – KiwiRail sentenced over 2024 grounding of Aratere

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Source: Maritime NZ The KiwiRail ferry, Aratere, ran aground on the evening of 21 June 2024 while undertaking a freight sailing between Picton and Wellington. At the time, there were 39 crew members and eight passengers on board. The vessel grounded at Titoki Bay in Picton Harbour. The ferry was refloated the following evening. There … Read more

Arrow Electronics Integrates Chip One Stop’s E‑Commerce Capabilities into arrow.com, Strengthening Its Omnichannel Customer Engagement in Japan

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Source: Media Outreach Laying the Foundation for Long‑Term Growth in Japan Through Seamless Customer Experiences and Trusted Local Expertise TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 May 2026 – Arrow Electronics (NYSE: ARW), a global technology solutions provider, today announced the integration of Chip One Stop’s e‑commerce capabilities into arrow.com, strengthening its omnichannel customer … Read more

NZ and Singapore agreement protects fuel supply

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Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Singapore have today signed a major agreement to protect the movement of essential goods such as fuel and food. The signing of the Agreement on Trade in Essential Supplies (AOTES), witnessed by Prime Ministers Christopher Luxon and Lawrence Wong, guarantees neither country will impose export restrictions on the other, … Read more

New Zealand signs deal with Singapore to ensure trade of essential goods

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Source: Radio New Zealand Christopher Luxon during the signing ceremony at a bilateral meeting with Singapore PM Lawrence Wong in Singapore. Supplied / PMO New Zealand and Singapore have inked a deal to ensure the trade of essential goods like fuel and food continue in times of crisis. It guarantees neither country will impose export … Read more

Abbey Caves inquest: School staff member ‘certain’ heavy rain wouldn’t hit until after caving trip

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Source: Radio New Zealand 15-year-old Karnin Petera died during a Whangārei Boys’ High School trip to Abbey Caves in May 2023. SUPPLIED A staff member says a fatal school caving trip went ahead despite an orange heavy rain warning because he was certain the rain would hit hours after the boys were due to leave … Read more

Explosives, loaded guns and drugs found at man’s property

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Source: Radio New Zealand Items seized by police in a raid in Murchison, May 2026. Police / supplied A Murchison man is facing charges after police seized explosives, loaded guns and drugs from a rural property. The 60-year-old was arrested following a search by local officers and the armed offenders squad last week. Police said … Read more

New measles case reported in Wellington

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Source: Radio New Zealand File image. 123rf A new measles case has been discovered in Wellington, prompting a call for people who dined at Newtown restaurant to watch out for symptoms. There were now three cases in the latest outbreak. Health NZ said the new case was linked to a person who dined at Mediterranean … Read more

A significant step forward: the 2026 Port and Harbour Marine Safety Code

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Source: Maritime New Zealand For more than two decades, the Port and Harbour Marine Safety Code (the Code) has been a cornerstone of safe navigation in Aotearoa’s busy commercial ports and harbours. What began as a commitment to consistency has matured into a strong partnership among Maritime NZ, port operators, and regional councils – one … Read more