Serious crash, Victoria Road, Cambridge

Source: New Zealand Police Police are in attendance at a serious crash in Cambridge this morning. Emergency services were called to Victoria Road at the SH1 on/off ramps near Te Oko Horoi Bridge at around 9.45am. Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries. The road is closed while emergency services are in attendance. Motorists are…

Alleged offenders no match for camera operators

Source: New Zealand Police Eagle-eyed Police camera operators helped land three people in court after two separate incidents in Auckland overnight.  Just after 4am a security company alerted Police to a burglary in progress at a plant shop on Remuera Road. “These people were seen on camera allegedly stealing the cash register,” Senior Sergeant Tony…

Body recovered in search for missing woman

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Acting Detective Inspector Megan Goldie, Waitematā CIB: Police and teams searching for missing woman Wolvnie Ding recovered a body in the Swanson area yesterday. While formal identification processes are still underway, Police believe the body is that of the missing 20-year-old. Police extend their deepest condolences to the…

Aotearoa New Zealand Rare Disorders Strategy 2024 – 2034: Implementation Plan 2026–27

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 24 July 2026 img]:border [&>img]:border-brand-2-light field__item”> Document download Rare Disorders Strategy Implementation Plan 2026/27 ( pdf, 298.43 KB ) View all formats The Implementation Plan informs the public about the actions health agencies are taking in 2026–27 towards the vision and outcomes of the Aotearoa New Zealand…

Specialist Opioid Substitution Treatment (OST) Service Audit and Review Tool

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 24 July 2026 img]:border [&>img]:border-brand-2-light field__item”> Document download Specialist Opioid Substitution Treatment (OST) Service Audit and Review Tool ( pdf, 1.18 MB ) View other files and formats Summary The Specialist Opioid Substitution Treatment (OST) Service Audit and Review Tool (the Tool) sets out the audit requirements…

Rail crossing work reaches milestone

Source: New Zealand Government The opening of the new pedestrian bridge at Glen Innes train station today marks a step forward in replacing rail level crossings to unlock the benefits of City Rail Link, says Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Auckland Minister Simon Watts.  New pedestrian bridges at Te Mahia and Takanini will also be…

“Across the Table” – Iconic Chefs Come Together for Luxury Dining Series at The Naka Island, Phuket

Source: Media Outreach Four nights of refined coastal gastronomy and creative collaborations will be staged from August 12-15, 2026, featuring highly acclaimed Michelin-starred chefs from Bo.lan, Andō, Maison Dunand and more. PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2026 – Some of the deepest conversations happen over food – the kind that pull … Read more

HKU Launches First Community Pharmacist-Led Osteoporosis Screening Programme in Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach COSA Risk Assessment Tool Deployed Across Community Pharmacies to Identify Undiagnosed Patients HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2026 – The Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy, LKS Faculty of Medicine , the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) today announced the launch of Hong Kong’s first structured community pharmacist-led … Read more

Asia regional meetings conclude amid international turbulence

Source: New Zealand Government Navigating global turbulence and disruption has been a major theme of high-level regional talks in Manila this week, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says. “People all around the world are doing it tough, and our region is facing major security and economic impacts from the currently turbulent global environment,” Mr Peters says. …

Rāhui, Dargaville

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Senior Sergent Shane Pilmer, Northland CIB: Police earlier today recovered a body believed to be of missing man Saxzin Steedman from the Northern Wairoa River. Local hapū are advising a placement of a rāhui that will cover the Northern Wairoa River from Notorious East Road to the…

Watsons Unveils “Watsons Evergreen” with Pantone to Celebrate 185 Years of Trusted Care and Everyday Vitality

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2026 – Watsons, the flagship health and beauty brand of AS Watson, today announced the launch of Watsons Evergreen, as part of AS Watson’s 185th anniversary celebrations. To elevate its significance and create a consistent and credible expression across markets, Watsons partnered … Read more

Greenpeace says One third of Canterbury private water supplies reaching nitrate contamination preterm birth risk levels

Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace is alarmed by Environment Canterbury’s lack of action on nitrate contamination, as new data reveals that 38% of Canterbury households on private water sources are in areas where groundwater nitrate contamination have exceeded levels associated with an increased risk of preterm birth. Greenpeace Freshwater Campaigner Will Appelbe says the figures should be sobering … Read more

​​​South Korea: Appeal decision for abortion case exposes legal vacuum – Amnesty International

Source: AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL Responding to today’s appeal decision overturning the murder conviction of a woman who had a later abortion while reducing the sentences of medical staff, Amnesty International Korea’s Executive Director HeeKyoung Cho said: “While we welcome the court’s decision to acquit the woman who sought abortion, the court’s decision to uphold the convictions … Read more

Consumer NZ – Detergent test shows price doesn’t always deliver quality

Source: Consumer NZ Consumer NZ says shoppers could save money on dishwasher detergents without sacrificing cleaning performance, after new testing found little connection between price and results. Consumer NZ tested 26 dishwasher detergents, including tablets, capsules and powders, and found some lower-priced products matched the performance of detergents costing significantly more. Head of Product at … Read more

VENEZUELA EARTHQUAKES: Pregnant Women and New Mothers Face Growing Health Risks as about 130 Babies Born Every Day

Source: Save the Children Thousands of pregnant women and new mothers require access to healthcare, nutritious food and safe shelter one month after two devastating earthquakes damaged health facilities and displaced about 21,000 people in Venezuela, Save the Children said. T he UN estimates there are 36,700 pregnant women who have been affected by the earthquakes, 4,000 of whom are … Read more

Employment Issues – Volunteer Firefighters One Step Closer to Fair ACC Cover

Source: United Fire Brigades’ Association The United Fire Brigades’ Association (UFBA) has welcomed Labour MP Kieran McAnulty’s Accident Compensation (Extended Cover for Fire and Emergency New Zealand Personnel) Amendment Bill drawn from the biscuit tin today, describing it as a significant step towards ensuring New Zealand’s volunteer firefighters receive the same ACC protection as their paid colleagues. … Read more

ONE YEAR ON: Call for child-focused climate action after landmark ICJ ruling

Source: Save the Children One year after the landmark International Court of Justice ruling on states’ climate change responsibilities, Save the Children is calling for more child-focused climate adaptation financing, as children and young people bear the brunt of the ongoing climate emergency. The Advisory Opinion, delivered by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on 23 … Read more

Rural News – June marks Gumboot Friday’s highest month of 2026, with 2,322 rangatahi accessing free counselling

Source: Gumboot Friday In June 2026, 2,322 young people aged 5–25 accessed free counselling through Gumboot Friday, with 3,776 sessions delivered nationwide. Sessions are free, no referral is required, and young people choose who they want to talk to from Gumboot Friday’s network of registered counsellors. Breakdown by age group: • 656 young people aged … Read more

Universities – Department of Cancer Sciences to strengthen cancer research and care – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) The University of Auckland has established a new Department of Cancer Sciences, bringing together leading researchers, clinicians and educators from across disciplines to create one of New Zealand’s most comprehensive cancer-focused academic communities. The new department represents a major step towards the University’s long-term vision of a comprehensive cancer centre for Aotearoa … Read more

EMA and Adeption launch new leadership programme to help leaders thrive in an era of constant change

Source: EMA The EMA (Employers and Manufacturers Association) has launched a new Adaptive Leader Programme in partnership with New Zealand-founded leadership development company Adeption, as part of its broader Workforce 2030 initiative. The new and flexible programme is designed to equip leaders with the skills, tools and mindsets needed to navigate growing complexity, lead through uncertainty, … Read more

New Zealand lending firefighting expertise to American wildfire response

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Five experienced incident management specialists leave for the United States of America tomorrow (Friday) as part of a joint Australasian contingent supporting America’s response to an intense wildfire season. Fire and Emergency New Zealand is deploying the team to Idaho under longstanding agreements with the USA, Canada and Australia to … Read more

Tech and Security – Why a Heartbreaking Post in Your Feed Deserves a Second Look Before You Share

Source: Botica Butler Raudon Partners   Every so often, a piece of sad or shocking news appears in your feed. A well-known figure, a politician, a local leader, a sport player, even a family member is said to have fallen seriously ill or died. When shock or grief takes hold, we share, follow, and click … Read more

STAMPEDE creates 11,000 free business pages to bring Singapore’s AI push to local F&B operators

Source: Media Outreach Hawkers, cafés and restaurants can claim their pages and set up no-app loyalty and referral programmes at no upfront cost SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2026 – As Singapore commits more than S$1 billion to artificial intelligence research and talent development from 2025 to 2030, homegrown loyalty platform STAMPEDE … Read more

Alylytiq launches AI-powered research solutions to make big-brand insights affordable for Singapore SMEs

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 July 2026 – Market research consultancy Alylytiq LLP today announced the launch of Automytiq, a suite of AI-powered research solutions designed to make professional-grade market insights accessible to Singapore’s small and medium-sized enterprises. For decades, professional market research has been the preserve of large corporates … Read more

Universities – Cancer leader’s vision to transform care in New Zealand – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) New Zealand has worse cancer survival rates than Australia – and Associate Professor Ben Lawrence wants to turn that around. The first Head of the University of Auckland’s new Department of Cancer Sciences, Lawrence has a strong sense of what New Zealand needs to do to up its cancer treatment … Read more