Call for Ministers to stop ‘derogatory’ rhetoric against councils

Source: Radio New Zealand Pita Tipene said he wouldn’t quote the ‘derogatory comments’ made by Cabinet Ministers. RNZ / Peter de Graaf Northland Regional Council chairperson Pita Tipene has called on Cabinet Ministers to stop making “derogatory” comments about councils. Representatives from local and regional councils were gathered in the Beehive’s banquet hall for the … Read more

Former Prime Minister Dame Jacinda Ardern moving to Australia

Source: Radio New Zealand Dame Jacinda Ardern. RNZ Dame Jacinda Ardern is moving to Australia. The news comes after an Australia real estate website reported the former New Zealand prime minister had been house hunting for properties in Sydney’s northern beaches. According to RealEstate.com.au, Ardern and husband Clarke Gayford were seen looking at homes for … Read more

Pedestrian dies after being hit by truck in Whangārei

Source: Radio New Zealand Police said the pedestrian died at the scene. RNZ / Marika Khabazi A pedestrian hit by a truck in Whangārei this morning has died. Emergency crews were called to Kamo Road just after 9:35am on Thursday. Police said the pedestrian died at the scene after being struck. Kamo Road is still … Read more

Kiwi teaching academic named top Australian lecturer

Source: Radio New Zealand New Zealander Roma Forbes is Australia’s top university teacher. Ōpōtiki-born Forbes, who teaches physiotherapy at the University of Queensland, has been in Australia for 16 years, she told RNZ’s Afternoons. “I studied physiotherapy at AUT in New Zealand and then came over to the University of Queensland to be a clinical … Read more

One before the courts following aggravated robbery, Ngāruawāhia

Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested a man following an aggravated robbery in Ngāruawāhia last week. On Friday 20 February, Police received a report that someone had just been threatened and had their vehicle stolen from them at the Ngāruawāhia boat ramp. Police, including a Dog Unit, were deployed to the boat however the … Read more

Operation Safe Works, Canterbury

Source: New Zealand Police Operation Safe Works begins in Canterbury next week with Police targeting speeding and dangerous driving around roadworks sites in Christchurch and the wider Canterbury area. Acting Canterbury Road Policing Manager, Senior Sergeant Gerard Peoples says that Police are concerned about driver behaviour through roadworks sites within both urban and rural areas … Read more

Settlement reached for dietitians

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister Matt Doocey has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement for dietitians employed by Health New Zealand, following a successful vote by members of the Association of Professional and Executive Employees (APEX). “I’m pleased for the dietitians across the country that will benefit from this agreement, which … Read more

Perpetual Guardian purchases Trustees Executors for undisclosed sum

Source: Radio New Zealand Andrew Barnes, Perpetual Guardian founder. Supplied Estate planning, trust and investment manager Perpetual Guardian Group is stepping back into the corporate supervision market with the purchase of Trustees Executors Limited for an undisclosed sum. The companies are the oldest trustee institutions in the New Zealand, with histories stretching back more than … Read more

Legislation – Four bottom lines for a workable farm plan system – Federated Farmers

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers has made it clear to the Government that it could support a national farm plan system, but only if it meets four firm bottom lines. The Government is currently seeking feedback on its draft legislation to replace the Resource Management Act. This includes a proposal to introduce nationally consistent farm plans … Read more

Defence News – New Zealand’s Navy, Army and Air Force combine for successful South-West Pacific operation

Source: New Zealand Defence Force The Governor-General of New Zealand’s visit to Tokelau, the upgrade of critical tsunami and volcano monitoring equipment on Raoul Island, and a search and rescue operation near Tonga were among the achievements of the New Zealand Defence Force’s first extensive operation to the South-West Pacific this year. With New Zealand … Read more

Legislation – Bill limiting protest outside of residences chilling – Amnesty International

Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand is deeply concerned following the Justice Committee’s report recommending by majority the progression of the Summary Offences (Demonstrations Near Residential Premises) Amendment Bill. Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand’s Kaiwhakahaere Executive Director Jacqui Dillon said, “We recognise the important privacy rights this Bill is aimed at, … Read more

Wel-Bloom Navigates Malaysia’s 2026 Sugar Tax Through Innovative Functional Jelly Technology

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2026 – With the Ministry of Health (MOH) Malaysia prioritizing the suppression of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in the 2026 budget, the domestic food industry is grappling with unprecedented ‘formulation anxiety.’ As the potential expansion of the Sugar Tax and stricter Nutri-Grade systems … Read more

Global Ticketing Platform Veritickets Goes Live on Web and Mobile, Promising 100% Verified, Authentic Tickets with Delivery in 12 Hours

Source: Media Outreach Veritickets offers a ticket issuance promise as fast as 12 hours and guarantees that every ticket is verified and valid for entry. The platform is an officially certified partner of Alipay, China’s leading payments and digital services platform, and of the cross-border e-commerce platform Tmall Global. It provides multilingual interfaces and multi‑currency … Read more

Southco Introduces New Folding T-Handle Compression Latch

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2026 – Southco has launched the new N5 Lift-and-Turn Compression Latch, featuring strong sealing action and a broad, ergonomic t-handle in a single compact piece of hardware. N5 Lift-and-Turn Compression Latch The N5 Compression Latch is designed for ergonomic operation, even under … Read more

Methamphetamine standards for rental housing to take effect on 16 April

Source: New Zealand Government Regulations bringing clarity and consistency to the management of methamphetamine contamination in rental properties have now been publicly Gazetted and will take effect from 16 April 2026, Associate Minister of Housing Tama Potaka says. “For too long, landlords and tenants have faced confusion, inconsistent testing practices, and, at times, disproportionate responses. … Read more

Fizz goes out of the beer industry as consumption keeps falling

Source: Radio New Zealand Unsplash / Bence Boros The fizz has gone out of the beer industry. Stats New Zealand numbers out Tuesday show beer consumption fell 10 percent to 265 million litres in the year ended December 2025. It’s part of a sustained downward trend in overall alcohol consumption, happening in New Zealand and … Read more

Nearly 12,000 online GP consults delivered over the holidays

Source: New Zealand Government Thousands of Kiwis stayed connected to health services over the holiday period thanks to the Government’s new Online GP Care service, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “During the Christmas and New Year period many New Zealanders are on holiday in different parts of the country and away from their regular GP. … Read more

Vandals damage historic church

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  26 February 2026 Work to repair the Serpentine Church, in a remote part of Central Otago, has begun after it was trashed in mid-February. DOC Central Otago Operations Manager Charlie Sklenar says windows were smashed, artefacts damaged and thrown around, and rubbish left all through the church. “Serpentine Church is … Read more

Child poverty stats highlight Government’s failing record

Source: Green Party The Green Party is calling out this Government’s record on child poverty following the release of the latest child poverty statistics.   “It’s clear this Government has done nothing to reduce child poverty, choosing landlords and the wealthy over our tamariki,” says Green Party Co-leader and Child Poverty spokesperson, Marama Davidson.   “Today’s figures show … Read more

Government policies are increasing child poverty

Source: NZCTU NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi president Sandra Grey is blaming the Government for new data released by Stats NZ today that shows child poverty continuing to be a stain on New Zealand. “Working to reduce inequality for families should be the top priority for politicians. This Government was elected to reduce costs, but their … Read more

Ministers say ‘tough on crime’ working as new figures unveiled

Source: Radio New Zealand The government says its tough on crime approach has driven a significant drop in the number of victims of violent crime. It comes as the latest New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey reported 49,000 fewer victims of violent crime in the year to October 2025 than two years previously. Justice Minister … Read more

Defence Force to test air, land, and sea drones from Mount Maunganui company

Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied The Defence Force is going to begin testing air, land and sea drones from a Mount Maunganui company. Syos Aerospace drones are used in Ukraine and it recently took another step towards helping develop ‘wingman drones’ for the UK’s Apache attack helicopters, including for strike and target acquisition The government … Read more

David Seymour renews call to sell government’s Air NZ shares after half-year loss

Source: Radio New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour criticised the airline, saying it should go back to the basics. RNZ / Mark Papalii Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has renewed his call for the government to sell its 51 percent stake in Air New Zealand after it reported a significant half-year loss. The airline … Read more

Watch live: Christopher Luxon talks law and order as latest crime stats unveiled

Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is taking questions after the announcement of a new crime figures. It comes as the latest New Zealand Crime and Victims Survey reported 49,000 fewer victims of violent crime in the year to October 2025 than two years previously. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith put this down to … Read more

Police and Health warn of dangers of nitrous oxide

Source: New Zealand Police Police and the Ministry of Health are working together in response to growing concerns about the misuse of nitrous oxide, particularly when it is used by drivers. Nitrous oxide is also known by other names, including nangs, laughing gas, and nos. Police is increasingly concerned by the growing number of incidents … Read more

David Seymour renews call to sell government Air NZ’s shares after half-year loss

Source: Radio New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour criticised the airline, saying it should go back to the basics. RNZ / Mark Papalii Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour has renewed his call for the government to sell its 51 percent stake in Air New Zealand after it reported a significant half-year loss. The airline … Read more

Parliamentary and business delegation to visit Latin America

Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters will lead a Parliamentary and business delegation to Latin America next week, highlighting the strategic importance of New Zealand’s ties with the region.   “This trip is a timely opportunity to strengthen our relationships in Argentina, Brazil, Chile and Uruguay – and to identify areas we can work together to navigate an increasingly uncertain global environment,” Mr Peters says.   “Our Latin American partners are important … Read more