PSA calls for review of Law Commission President appointment

Source: PSA The PSA is calling for an independent review of the appointment of the new Law Commission President after revelations Hon Judith Collins was appointed without any recruitment process, selection panel or consideration of rival candidates. “This is a concerning breach of good practice for appointments to independent institutions and we call for an independent … Read more

NZ property profits hold steady as length of ownership hits longest on record – Cotality

Source: Cotality New Zealand’s property owners are holding onto their properties for the longest period since records began, as the trend of declining profit and more frequent losses for vendors stabilises. Cotality NZ’s Pain and Gain Report for Q4 2025 shows 88.1% of residential properties resold for more than their original purchase price in the … Read more

Weather News – Fire and Emergency New Zealand prepares for forecast severe weather event

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand has deployed two Urban Search and Rescue teams to the North Island’s East Coast today. Assistant National Commander Ken Cooper says this is in preparation for a severe weather event forecast for Tairawhiti and the Coromandel from this evening and through the weekend. “Our deploying … Read more

Business Canterbury – Our moment is now: Private sector leads development of ambition for Canterbury

Source: Business Canterbury Business Canterbury formally launched the Canterbury Ambition last night at its annual Back to Business event, a sold-out gathering held at the region’s brand-new Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre. Business Canterbury’s Chief Executive Leeann Watson says, “Canterbury is ready to lead, and we’re not waiting for government to tell us what our … Read more

NZ-AU: U.S. Department of Commerce Increases Duties on Chinese Battery-Grade Graphite to 160%+ in Final Determinations

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., Feb. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NOVONIX Limited (NASDAQ: NVX, ASX: NVX) (“NOVONIX” or the “Company”), today acknowledged the U.S. Department of Commerce’s (“Commerce”) final determinations in the antidumping and countervailing duty investigations covering anode active materials (“AAM”) imported into the U.S. from China. The total amount of the tariffs … Read more

ASEAN-UK Women in STEM scholarships to study in the UK now open to applicants

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – The ASEAN-UK Women in STEM scholarships are co-funded by the British Council and the UK Mission to ASEAN. 2026 marks the 5-year anniversary of the UK becoming an ASEAN dialogue partner. Aspiring women in STEM scholars from all 11 ASEAN Member States … Read more

AECOM and CityUHK School of Energy and Environment forge strategic partnership to accelerate Hong Kong’s sustainability and climate resilience goals

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, and the School of Energy and Environment (SEE) at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK), a leading hub in sustainability, today announced a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). … Read more

Smart contracts move into real-world trade as Unloq completes its first financing deal

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Unloq today announced the completion of its first live smart-contract-based trade financing transaction, funding commercial receivables using XUSD¹. The transaction marks one of the early instances of stablecoins being used to finance real cross-border trade activity rather than purely digital-asset markets. The … Read more

The 10-Year Bestseller: XIXILI Refreshes Its Seamless Icon with New Colours

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Known for creating intimates that prioritise comfort and thoughtful design, XIXILI celebrates ten years of its bestselling seamless panties. Now available in new colours, these everyday essentials continue to be a top choice for women seeking fuss-free simplicity. With a … Read more

Honda LCR Partners with GOD55 Sports for Successful Fan Zone Experience at MotoGP 2026 KL Launch

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Standout MotoGP Booth Experience for Fans in Malaysia MotoGP fans were treated to a unique motorsports experience at the MotoGP Launch in Kuala Lumpur, held from 2 – 7 February, 2026. Organised by Honda LCR and supported by GOD55 Sports, … Read more

Bad Bunny Wears Desert Diamond to Perform at Super Bowl LX On February 8, 2026, In Santa Clara, California

Source: Media Outreach About De Beers Group Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the world’s leading diamond company with expertise in the exploration, mining, marketing and retailing of diamonds. Together with its joint venture partners, De Beers Group employs more than 20,000 people across the diamond pipeline and is the world’s largest diamond producer … Read more

Land earmarked for new Kumeū high school

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is delivering for the rapidly growing communities of North-West Auckland, with land now prioritised and earmarked for a much-needed new secondary school in Kumeū, Education Minister Erica Stanford says.  “This Government is delivering for growth communities and acting now to support families with the schools they need. Protecting land through … Read more

Welcome to the Year of the Horse

Source: NZ Department of Conservation The 2026 Chinese New Year is on Tuesday February 17, entering the Year of the Horse. As part of the celebrations, many people will be sharing gifts, including American ginseng and other traditional Chinese medicines. Some of these products contain ingredients from species protected under CITES. To bring them into New … Read more

DOC urges caution over severe North Island weather warnings

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  13 February 2026 MetService has already issued orange warnings for the Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, and Gisborne/Tairawhiti. Heavy rain is expected across many parts of the North Island. Kahori Nakagawa, Acting Operations Manager Hawke’s Bay, says it’s important for visitors to check DOC’s website for any current warnings and updates, … Read more

Police urge people going outdoors to prepare following incidents since the new year

Source: New Zealand Police Southern Police Search and Rescue are urging anyone heading to the outdoors to be prepared after multiple search and rescue operations since the new year. Southern District’s Operations Manager Inspector Matthew Scoles oversees all Search and Rescue teams across the district, and emphasises that while conditions may be perfect when heading … Read more

December visitor arrivals highest since 2019

Source: New Zealand Government The Government welcomes new data showing New Zealand’s international visitor arrivals continued to rise in December, with strong growth from China and Australia in particular.   Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says Stats NZ’s arrival statistics for December 2025 show New Zealand’s tourism recovery continues to build.    The December 2025 year … Read more

Nowhere to go: Police response rounds up offenders

Source: New Zealand Police A Police operation in Pukekohe quickly rounded up several persons of interest in recent aggravated robbery investigations. The situation unfolded on Thursday afternoon with Police resource flooding into the township, resulting in three sought offenders being arrested. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, from Counties Manukau CIB, says an off-duty officer located a … Read more

Dangerous driving leads to arrest

Source: New Zealand Police A dangerous driver allegedly travelling on the wrong side of the road with his children in the car will now face court. At about 12.20am, Police attempted to stop a vehicle seen travelling at excess speed on Pilkington Road, Panmure. “The vehicle failed to stop and has then been observed running … Read more

Common sense approach to life-saving medicines

Source: New Zealand Government Trained Oranga Tamariki staff will shortly be able to administer life-saving medicines, in a common sense move that will also allow young people to access the services of Nurse Practitioners. “Previously only a doctor or nurse could administer EpiPens and Glucagon Pen Kits, and if there wasn’t a doctor or nurse … Read more

Mautohe Cathedral Cove closed as weather warnings issued

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  13 February 2026 Periods of rain, some it heavy, are predicted for Coromandel through 13, 14 and 15 February. A MetService Orange Weather Warning for the area was issued at 11 am today. DOC’s Coromandel Operations Manager Nick Kelly says the Trigger Response Action Plan for Mautohe Cathedral Cove requires … Read more

Warrant to arrest: Steven Te Maru Walters

Source: New Zealand Police Police are working to locate Steven Te Maru Walters, who has a warrant for his arrest and is wanted by Police. Walters, 40, is wanted by Police in relation to breaching his release conditions and is known to frequent the Whangārei area. It’s believed he is actively avoiding Police. If you … Read more

Foreign Minister hosts Commonwealth Secretary General

Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters has welcomed Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey on her first official visit to New Zealand today.  “The Commonwealth plays an important role in bringing countries together around shared values,” Mr Peters says.  “New Zealand welcomes the Secretary-General’s engagement in the Pacific and her focus on reform, and we … Read more

Health and Safety changes will harm workers

Source: NZCTU The new Health and Safety at Work Amendment Bill is a dangerous move away from the longstanding commitment to ensure all workers should come home healthy and safe, says New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi President Sandra Grey. “New Zealand has a long way to go to make workplaces safer, … Read more

Turkish delegation visit strengthens historic bond

Source: New Zealand Government The friendship forged after the Gallipoli campaign more than a century ago is stronger than ever, following an official visit by a senior Turkish delegation, Veterans Minister Chris Penk says.  The delegation comprised Mr Ömer Toraman, the Governor of Çanakkale — the province encompassing the Gallipoli Peninsula — Mr İsmail Kaşdemir, President of the Gallipoli Historical Site Directorate, … Read more

Northcote’s new community hub gets underway

Source: Auckland Council Northcote is rapidly transforming – and with nearly 890 new homes already completed, another 300 under construction and more planned, improved community facilities are essential. To support this growing neighbourhood and create better spaces for people to connect, a new multi-purpose community hub will begin next month on the site of the … Read more

National strategy launched to cut AML red tape and crack down on criminals

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee has today released New Zealand’s new Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) National Strategy. “The Strategy for 2026–2030 sets out a four-year work programme to make it easier for honest New Zealanders and businesses to get ahead, while making it harder for criminals to … Read more

All Stars countdown kicks off in Hamilton

Source: New Zealand Government Hamilton is set to come alive this weekend as rugby league fans descend on the city for the 2026 NRL All Stars event, backed by the Government.  “The NRL All Stars event is a unique, trans-Tasman celebration of sport, community and culture, bringing together Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori players to … Read more