CGTN: How China builds consensus, boosts development through consultative democracy

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 March 2026 – CGTN published an article on the opening meeting of the fourth session of the 14th CPPCC National Committee. Reviewing the work of the CPPCC National Committee in 2025 in areas like its consultative and deliberative work and assisting in the formulation … Read more

Kiztopia celebrates grand opening of its newest family edutainment centre at Toppen Shopping Mall, Johor Bahru

Source: Media Outreach Kiztopia brings its award-winning “Play to Learn, Learn through Play” concept to Southern Malaysia, marking its 3rd outlet in Malaysia and 22nd across APAC JOHOR BAHRU, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 March 2026 – Kiztopia, Singapore’s leading family edutainment brand, officially celebrated the grand opening of its newest outlet at … Read more

Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders attack exposed in Will Jordan’s absence against Blues

Source: Radio New Zealand All Black Will Jordan was rested for the Crusaders’ clash against the Blues. Martin Hunter/ActionPress World class one week, woeful the next. The Crusaders barely fired a shot against the Blues at Eden Park, a sloppy and disjointed performance seeing them succumb 29-13 to their old rivals. Most worryingly, their clunky … Read more

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board candidate Chris Latham wants postal voting scrapped

Source: Radio New Zealand A candidate in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board elections in Auckland wants postal voting scrapped. RNZ / Eveline Harvey A candidate in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board elections in Auckland wants postal voting scrapped, after their 2025 election result was voided. This week, a High Court judge in Auckland upheld a district court … Read more

Chief executive appointment ‘strong’ signal Taranaki councils headed for amalgamation – mayor

Source: Radio New Zealand Taranaki Regional Council boss Steve Ruru has also been named interim chief executive at New Plymouth District Council. Supplied / New Plymouth District Council The appointment of the current Taranaki Regional Council chief executive as interim New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) chief executive – a role that he will hold alongside … Read more

Riverlink project affecting Hutt River water quality

Source: Radio New Zealand A water quality monitor moored midstream south of Melling Bridge in Hutt River Te Awa Kairangi. Phil Pennington / RNZ Lower Hutt’s roads may be blocked up by the Riverlink highway project, but the river itself has so far kept flowing pretty clear. Bulldozers have been busy in the riverbed and … Read more

Pole vaulter Eliza McCartney stakes claim for world indoor selection with national title

Source: Radio New Zealand Eliza McCartney in action at the Sir Graeme Douglas International. David Rowland/Photosport Kiwi pole vaulter Eliza McCartney has thrown down the gauntlet to fellow Kiwis Imogen Ayris and Olivia McTaggart in their internal battle for selection to the world indoor championships in Poland this month. The 2016 Olympic bronze medallist and … Read more

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says Cabinet colleagues back him, won’t stand down as National’s leader

Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (L) flanked by his Cabinet colleagues. RNZ / Kim Baker Wilson The Prime Minister has told Newstalk ZB none of his Cabinet colleagues have told him to reconsider his future, saying “all of them” back him. Christopher Luxon’s comments came after speculation about his leadership following a … Read more

Live: Super Rugby Pacific – Blues v Crusaders

Source: Radio New Zealand Photosport Super Rugby rivals Blues and Crusaders face off in the match of the round at Eden Park on Saturday. Surprisingly, both sides have just one win each to their names, but the Crusaders carrying the form of a victory over the Chiefs last week. Kickoff is at 7.05pm. Blues: 1. … Read more

REVEALED: Scientists’ discovery of ancient deep sea corals brings new hope for protection against threat of industrial fishing – Greenpeace

Source: Greenpeace New scientific research from Greenpeace has uncovered ancient and fragile corals at a Lord Howe Rise seamount in the South Pacific, an area of huge ecological significance in the high seas that has never been surveyed before. This scientific discovery, from just one seamount on the Lord Howe Rise, has proven for the first time that … Read more

Trevor Foley, Kat Matthews clear out to clinch Ironman NZ titles

Source: Radio New Zealand Trevor Foley claims Ironman NZ victory at Taupō. Kerry Marshall / www.photosport.nz American Trevor Foley and Briton Kat Matthews have headed off strong fields to claim elite honours at the 42nd edition of IRONMAN New Zealand in Taupō. Foley became the first United States man since Tim DeBoom to prevail in … Read more

Prim Minister Christopher Luxon says Cabinet colleagues back him, won’t stand down as National’s leader

Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (L) flanked by his Cabinet colleagues. RNZ / Kim Baker Wilson The Prime Minister has told Newstalk ZB none of his Cabinet colleagues have told him to reconsider his future, saying “all of them” back him. Christopher Luxon’s comments came after speculation about his leadership following a … Read more

Motorcyclist dies after Foxton Shannon Road crash

Source: Radio New Zealand Foxton Shannon Road. Google Maps One person died after a motorcycle crash that closed Foxton Shannon Road between the Manawatū towns of Foxton and Shannon on Saturday. Emergency services were called to the area about 9.40am after reports of a single motorcycle crash between Himatangi Block Road and Poplar Road. Police … Read more

Applause at Auckland Airport as flight arrives from Dubai

Source: Radio New Zealand Those waiting outside Auckland International Airport’s arrival area erupted into applause for the landing of the first flight from the Middle East since recent conflict began. Emirates flight EK448 from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates arrived at 11:30am on Saturday. The flights follow a partial re-opening of the airspace, amidst … Read more

NZ Warriors v Sydney Roosters: Too early to celebrate big win in season-opener

Source: Radio New Zealand Dallin Watene-Zelezniak and Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad celebrate the Warriors’ win over Sydney Roosters. Andrew Cornaga/Photosport Analysis: NZ Warriors coach Andrew Webster isn’t getting too far ahead of himself, despite his team’s convincing 42-18 over Sydney Roosters in their 2026 NRL season-opener at Go Media Stadium. Up against a side Sydney media love … Read more

Live: Highlanders v Western Force – Super Rugby Pacific

Source: Radio New Zealand Photosport The Highlanders are coming off back-to-back defeats after their stunning round one upset of the Crusaders in Super Rugby Pacific. They face a Western Force outfit on Saturday afternoon beaming after picking up their first win of the season against Moana Pasifika. Kickoff is at 4:35pm. Highlanders: 1. Ethan de … Read more

Iranian diaspora form human chain on Wellington waterfront

Source: Radio New Zealand Ali Jafari-Gh, an Iranian-born academic who teaches at Massey University, at a demonstration in Wellington on Saturday, to show support for those in Iran living under repression. RNZ/ Penny Smith Members of New Zealand’s Iranian community and their supporters have formed a human chain on Wellington’s waterfront, calling attention to the … Read more

Laser mapping and CT scans reveal North Island’s hidden quake risk

Source: Radio New Zealand File footage, ESNZ – a diagonal fault offset exposed in a trench. Lloyd Homer Scientists are uncovering previously unknown fault lines and signs of hidden earthquake activity across the North Island, as new research sheds light on how the ground beneath Aotearoa moves. Studies are investigating potential faults beneath Auckland, newly … Read more

From Wardrobe Staple to 10-Year Icon: XIXILI’s Seamless Panties Get a Colour Update

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 March 2026 – Ten years on, XIXILI’s bestselling seamless panties remain a wardrobe essential for women who value simple, reliable comfort. The intimates brand, celebrated for thoughtful design and everyday ease, now introduces fresh new colours to the beloved range. Designed for invisible wear and … Read more

Defence Force plane bound for Middle East to help New Zealanders stranded by conflict

Source: Radio New Zealand Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J Hercules prepares to leave for the Middle East. Kaye Albyt A Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J Hercules was expected to depart from Auckland’s Whenuapai air base on Saturday morning for the Middle East to help any New Zealanders who may be stranded by the … Read more

Bunnings to trial facial recognition tech in Hamilton stores

Source: Radio New Zealand From next month, two Hamilton stores will set up the technology to test safeguards are working properly. RNZ / Richard Tindiller Bunnings Warehouse will introduce facial recognition technology (FRT) in its stores across the country in a bid to crack down on high-value theft and serious harm. From next month, two … Read more

Road blocked in Otago due to crash

Source: Radio New Zealand Coast Road, Karitane is blocked due to a crash south of the Otago township. Screenshot/Google Maps Coast Road, Karitane is blocked due to a crash south of the Otago township. Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash just south of Marks Road about 9.25am Saturday. Police said early indications were … Read more

Health Concerns – Questions over dilapidated and cramped renal unit forced to ration dialysis – NZNO

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation The Health Minister must explain why after years of concerns from nurses about Christchurch Hospital’s barely functioning dialysis unit, he only stepped in late yesterday when life-saving treatment had to be rationed, NZNO says. Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) Chief Executive Paul Goulter says NZNO members … Read more

Foxton Shannon Road closed after crash

Source: Radio New Zealand Foxton Shannon Road. Google Maps The road linking Manawatū towns Foxton and Shannon has been closed after a serious crash. Police said the single-vehicle accident happened between Himatangi Block Road and Poplar Road at around 9.40am on Saturday. Early indications were that someone suffered a serious injury. “The Serious Crash Unit … Read more

Moa Point disaster exposes deeper problems, public health experts warn

Source: Radio New Zealand Lyall Bay beach and the rest of Wellington’s south coast has been off limits since the Moa Point treatment plant failed on 4 February. RNZ / Krystal Gibbens Public health experts are warning the catastrophic failure of Wellington’s Moa Point wastewater treatment plant exposes deep, systemic problems with New Zealand’s infrastructure … Read more

Fronts expected to bring heavy rain to deep south

Source: Radio New Zealand MetService issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island. Screenshot/MetService A yellow heavy rain watch has been issued for parts of Fiordland, southern Westland and Southland. MetService issued the watches on Saturday morning as a slow moving front is expected to bring heavy rain to Fiordland and far southern … Read more

Defence Force plane leaves for Middle East to help New Zealanders stranded by conflict

Source: Radio New Zealand Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J Hercules prepares to leave for the Middle East. Kaye Albyt A Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J Hercules is set to depart from Auckland’s Whenuapai air base on Saturday morning for the Middle East to help any New Zealanders who may be stranded by the … Read more