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Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa yesterday complained to the Independent Police Conduct Authority, (IPCA). PSNA has requested the agency investigate a second police decision not to prosecute a pro-Israeli supporter for slashing two tyres on a Palestine supporter’s car in Raglan in mid-April. The Police Commissioner Richard Chambers last week … Read more
Source: Northland Regional Council A small patch of invasive exotic Caulerpa seaweed has been detected and treated at Smugglers Bay near the entrance to Whangārei Harbour. The roughly one-metre-wide patch was discovered by Northland Regional Council (NRC) divers undertaking marine surveillance alongside the Department of Conservation. The seaweed has now been confirmed as exotic Caulerpa, an … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A man has been arrested and a firearm seized in Palmerston North. CCTV cameras enabled Police to respond rapidly to a potentially dangerous situation early this morning. Camera operators observed a disorder outside an establishment on The Square and alerted Police, providing real-time updates as events unfolded. During their monitoring, a…
Source: Aged Care Association The Chief Executive of the Aged Care Association New Zealand (ACA), Tracey Martin, has been appointed to the Board of the Global Ageing Network, joining international leaders working to shape the future of ageing and care services globally. The appointment was confirmed this week following a unanimous vote of the Global Ageing … Read more
Source: Fonterra Co-operative Group Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has today announced permanent changes to its leadership structure, following the interim appointments announced in April 2026. CEO Richard Allen says the Co-op is evolving from a channel-led to a market-led leadership structure to accelerate progress on strategic delivery and value growth. “Our channel-led approach has served us well … Read more
Source: PSA Creative New Zealand is proposing to cut a third of its workforce – 23 jobs – as part of a sweeping restructure that will fundamentally change how arts funding is delivered across the country, with workers and artists set to pay the price for chronic government underfunding. Creative NZ is proposing to devolve significant … Read more
Source: PSA Eighteen months after announcing it would disestablish Callaghan Innovation, the Government has failed to pass the legislation needed to do it – leaving 176 workers with no idea what their future holds. Then Science Minister Shane Reti stated in writing that Callaghan Innovation would be wound up by 30 June 2026. That deadline is … Read more
Source: Scope Communications Central Otago’s shift towards organic wine continues to gain momentum, with several renowned wineries receiving accolades at the recent Aotearoa New Zealand Organic Wine Awards. Of the 181 medals awarded, 73 went to 11 Central Otago wineries – 40% of the national total – highlighting the strength and scale of the region’s … Read more
Source: Aged Care Association The Aged Care Association (ACA) is calling for urgent action to address growing delays in access to dementia and aged care assessments, warning that older New Zealanders and their families are being left without safe options while waiting for access to care, and urging the immediate use of appropriately trained aged care … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 June 2026 – Featuring curated wellness essentials to support active lifestyles, sports nutrition needs and everyday well-being, with limited-time 618 offers providing savings of up to 30%. *Terms & Conditions Apply Recent international sporting events have seen audiences staying up late to follow live competitions, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 4 near Mangotai Road is now open following a fatal crash earlier today. Police thank the public for their patience as emergency services worked at the scene. Circumstances into the crash will be ongoing. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre
Source: New Zealand Government New data out today shows tourism is continuing its positive trajectory, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. Stats NZ data out today shows 288,500 international visitors came to New Zealand in April 2026 – up 8 per cent on the same period last year, and 94 per cent of pre-pandemic…
Source: Auckland Council The first meeting of the new Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Forum, held at Arataki Visitor Centre on Monday 8 June, brought together representatives of Te Kawerau ā Maki, Auckland Council, the Department of Conservation and the wider community to discuss the future care and protection of Te Wao Nui ā Tiriwa –…
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 June 2026 – Enterprise AI spending is climbing rapidly, with boards racing to deploy the technology faster than they can measure whether it works. According to the latest IDC InfoBrief, commissioned by Expereo*, around 70% of organizations are investing in AI, motivated by its potential … Read more
Source: Auckland Council The first meeting of the new Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Forum, held at Arataki Visitor Centre on Monday 8 June, brought together representatives of Te Kawerau ā Maki, Auckland Council, the Department of Conservation and the wider community to discuss the future care and protection of Te Wao Nui ā Tiriwa –…
Source: New Zealand Government The Point Mission Bay retirement village project in Auckland has been granted Fast-track approval, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones announced today. This is the 24th project to be approved under the Fast-track process. Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Whai Rawa Limited, in partnership with Generus Living Group, lodged a…
Source: New Zealand Government Forestry Minister Todd McClay has today congratulated the winners of the 2026 Growing Native Forests Champions Awards at Fieldays. “These awards, now in their second year, highlight how native planting can work alongside other productive land uses to deliver strong environmental and economic outcomes,” Mr McClay says. “Native forests and…
Source: New Zealand Government Attorney-General Hon Chris Bishop has announced the appointment of 4 new District Court Judges. The appointees will take up their roles in July and October, filling vacancies at the Dunedin, Timaru and Auckland Courts. Those taking up appointment to the District Court are: Maurice John Casey Mr Casey has over 25…
Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm two people have died in a serious, single-vehicle crash on State Highway 4 near Mangotai Road this morning. The incident was reported to emergency services around just after 9.15am. Sadly, both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene. The road remains closed as emergency services work at the…
Source: Media Outreach Following last summer’s historic global launch of 13 Taylor Swift wax figures across four continents, one of the world’s most celebrated icons is now making a dazzling limited-time stop at Madame Tussauds Singapore. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 June 2026 – In news guaranteed to send Swifties into a frenzy, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Two men have been arrested yesterday after a spate of electric vehicle charger and cable thefts in the Hutt Valley. Inspector Shaun Lingard, Hutt Valley Area Prevention Manager, says Hutt Valley Police had received 16 reports of EV charger theft in May alone. “These were a mix of council-owned infrastructure and…
Source: New Zealand Government Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager has confirmed four new appointments to the Game Animal Council, including a new Chair. Matthew (Matt) Clarke has been appointed Chair for a two-year term from 1 July 2026. He is a current Council member and has extensive governance and leadership experience, as well as…
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is supporting the next generation of young farmers, growers, and rural leaders by backing NZ Young Farmers’ national network of clubs, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says. “NZ Young Farmers do a huge amount of good in rural communities. We want to support their efforts to help them do even…
Source: New Zealand Police A man heard calling for help in an oyster farm in Whangaroa Harbour sparked a full scale rescue mission involving the locals overnight. Just before 3am, Police received a report of a male heard calling for help from a member of the public who believed the person was somewhere between Waitaruke…
Source: Family First Not to be missed – the annual NZ Forum on the Family (also Family First’s 20th Anniversary!) is bringing together some exceptional international speakers (see below). This year we’ve also got a new format, with topical panel discussions (media, political, medical) and bonus sessions. The conference will be Friday evening 11th September…
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 12 June 2026 The battered bird was considered lucky to be alive when Takapō woman Emilie Marinissen picked it up from State Highway 8, near Lake McGregor a week ago. Emilie rang the Department of Conservation hotline – and what followed was a “whole of South Island falcon taxi” involving…
Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s forestry sector is set to benefit from sensible regulation to help meet environmental obligations whilst lowering the cost of compliance, Forestry Minister Todd McClay says. “The wood and forestry industries are important contributors to New Zealand’s economy, supporting 42,000 jobs. Last year the sector contributed $6.2 billion worth of…