Petrol and diesel stocks down, jet fuel up

Source: Radio New Zealand The country’s petrol and diesel stocks have dipped since Monday’s update. AFP / ROBERT MICHAEL The country’s petrol and diesel stocks have dipped since Monday’s update, but the amount of jet fuel has increased. The latest government data shows as at midnight Sunday there was 54 days’ worth of petrol, 46…

Two arrests in Dinsdale aggravated robbery

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute the following to Detective Sergeant Jonathan Carter, Criminal Investigations, Waikato Police: Police investigating an aggravated robbery at a Hamilton property have arrested a second person in relation to the incident. On 9 May, four males arrived at a commercial premises on Whatawhata Road armed with weapons and wearing face coverings…

Wellington’s Moa Point plant won’t be fully fixed until next year, officials say

Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington’s Moa Point treatment plant will not be fully fixed until at least a year after it catastrophically failed. In a timeline released on Wednesday, Wellington Water and Wellington City Council say the wastewater treatment plant is expected to be fully restored by February 2027 – and raw sewage should be…

Rugby: Hurricanes star Ruben Love not getting caught up in All Blacks hype

Source: Radio New Zealand [picture id=”4JRTE4K_260313HurricanesForce_043_JPG” crop=”16×10″ layout=”thumbnail”] Kerry Marshall / www.photosport.nz Hurricanes first-five Ruben Love isn’t getting caught up in the race for the All Blacks No 10 jersey. Fresh off a commanding performance against Beauden Barrett in the Hurricanes’ 47-24 win over the Blues at Eden Park, Love’s name has inevitably entered conversations…

Why is it so hard to end a long-term relationship, even when you want to?

Source: Radio New Zealand Popular American content creator Jeff Guenther (aka Therapy Jeff) recently shared some science-backed reasons why it’s so hard to end a long-term relationship. The reluctance to lose your investment was one, along with identity fusion and anticipated grief. We asked experts about some of them, and why being aware of these…

Regulatory changes to help Kiwis during fuel uncertainty

Source: New Zealand Government Removal of regulatory barriers that make it harder for businesses and communities to cope with global fuel shocks has begun Minister for Regulation David Seymour and Minister for Transport Chris Bishop say. “New Zealand’s fuel supply is stable. We’re focussed on keeping it that way. There are few things as important…

Alleged burglar caught in the act

Source: New Zealand Police An alleged burglar was caught red-handed after being watched on CCTV in Onehunga last night. Auckland City East Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant Tony Ngau Chun says around 11pm Police received a report of an unknown person inside a commercial premise on Onehunga Mall. “An employee called us to say he…

Six-Hands Set Inspired by Innovative Exotica Umami EX M Sauce Comes to Sagano & Flint

Source: Media Outreach ‘EX M Imperial Tastes of Umami & Kokumi’ highlights Kyoto-style flavours over 10 courses HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 May 2026 – A culinary event like no other comes to Sagano, at the New World Millennium Hong Kong Hotel, starting June 8, 2026 followed by Flint in JW … Read more

First ever picture of New Zealand’s regulatory landscape revealed

Source: New Zealand Government Good morning, thank you for coming along. We’ve got you here to show you something that has never been done before by a New Zealand Government. What we’re going to show you goes to the heart of one of the things that has been identified as holding New Zealand back economically.…

Government updates official branding to highlight English over te reo Māori

Source: Radio New Zealand The government’s redesigned branding places “New Zealand Government” in bold above “Te Kāwanatanga o Aotearoa”, reversing the previous order. Supplied / Screenshot The government has updated its official branding to give greater prominence to English over te reo Māori, following a directive from new Public Service Minister Paul Goldsmith. The Public…

Ministry uncovers 267 different regulators, Seymour urges consolidation

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Samuel Rillstone David Seymour has unveiled a report from his Ministry of Regulation showing there are 267 regulators across New Zealand, but offering no specific solution. The regulations minister says the analysis shows a “twisted spaghetti of regulators who don’t just cost money to fund, but suck up people’s…

Advocacy – All boats of the Global Sumud Flotilla Confirmed Intercepted, Including Three New Zealanders

Source: Global Sumud Flotilla All boats sailing with The Global Sumud Flotilla are now confirmed to have been illegally intercepted by the IOF. Three New Zealanders are now being illegally held in IOF custody: Mousa Taher, Hāhona Ormsby, and Julien Blondel. Mousa Taher was aboard the Kasri Sadabat, one of the final 10 boats to … Read more

Fire and Emergency New Zealand reminds public to be extra careful when strike action takes place today

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is warning the public that the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) will be undertaking a strike today, Wednesday 20 May, between 4.30pm and 5.30pm. The NZPFU has indicated its intention to continue twice-weekly strikes. “I want to reassure the public that all 111 calls … Read more

NZ housing market remains subdued as higher rate expectations weigh on confidence – Cotality

Source: Cotality New Zealand’s housing market continued to lose momentum in April, with sales volumes falling for a fourth consecutive month as cautious buyer sentiment and rising interest rate expectations kept activity subdued. Cotality’s NZ Monthly Housing Chart Pack shows sales volumes in April were down -9.0% compared to the same month last year, with … Read more

Consumer NZ – No bank good enough to win People’s Choice Award in 2026

Source: Consumer NZ Date: 20 May 2026 – Consumer NZ has revealed that not a single bank has qualified for its People’s Choice Award in 2026, due to widespread dissatisfaction with banking value, pricing and trust. It’s the first time in 10 years that no bank has reached the customer satisfaction threshold for the award. New … Read more

Argosy posts profit despite uncertain market conditions

Source: Radio New Zealand Argosy’s Neilson Street site in Onehunga. supplied / Argosy Property Limited Property investor Argosy has reported a steady full-year profit on rental growth and revaluation gains, despite a more uncertain market environment. Key numbers for the year ended March compared with a year ago: Net profit $127.7m vs $125.9m Net property…

Government urged to prioritise retention of trained defence personnel

Source: Radio New Zealand Modern housing is needed to attract and keep personnel in Waiouru, the NZDF says. New Zealand Defence Force An advocacy group for military personnel is concerned there is too much focus on buying “shiny things”, not enough on the people needed to staff them. Mission Homefront was co-founded by retired Lieutenant…

Aon Appoints Masahito Hirai as CEO for Japan

Source: Media Outreach TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 May 2026 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, today announced the appointment of Masahito (Max) Hirai as CEO of Japan, effective 30 June 2026.* In this role, Hirai will lead Aon’s business in Japan, with responsibility for setting and … Read more

New Zealand leads global rollout of new Roblox Kids and Roblox Select accounts for under 16s

Source: Roblox New account types deliver age‑based content access and communication defaults designed for younger players SAN MATEO, California – Starting today, New Zealand is one of the first countries globally where Roblox is rolling out new age-based accounts for under 16s. The launch of Roblox Kids, for ages 5–8, and Roblox Select, for ages … Read more

How Auckland FC’s Callan Elliot fought his way back from the footballing wilderness

Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland FC and All Whites player Callan Elliot Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz In the space of 48 hours last week Callan Elliot could start to see the light at the end of the football tunnel. Officially named in the All Whites squad for next month’s Football World Cup on Thursday, by late Friday…

Universities – Six remarkable New Zealand climate solutions nominated for the 2026 Earthshot Prize – Vic

Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington As the only university that’s an official nominator in New Zealand, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is privileged to announce its choice of nominees for the The Earthshot Prize. The six local climate solutions nominated for the multimillion-dollar funding represent the very best of Kiwi innovation, and … Read more