Chubb Life Hong Kong Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Life Chapters at Art Basel Hong Kong 2026 Connecting Art, Wealth and Legacy

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Source: Media Outreach Chubb Life Hong Kong returns as Official Show Partner of Art Basel Hong Kong for the third consecutive year. Thai artist Wit Pimkanchanapong debuts immersive installation, Life Chapters, exploring how every action defines legacy. The partnership with Art Basel enables Chubb Life Hong Kong to engage High-Net-Worth individuals (HNWIs) by integrating art … Read more

KCM Trade Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary with Exclusive Sailing Sponsorship in Sydney

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 March 2026 – In 2026, KCM Trade proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary — a significant milestone made possible by the continued trust and support of its valued clients. To mark this special occasion, the company has announced its sponsorship of a premium sailing … Read more

Tasman ratepayers face rates increase of almost 10 percent as council grapples with costs

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Tasman District ratepayers are facing a rates increase of almost 10 percent, as the council grapples with the costs of last years floods and three waters infrastructure, on top of its core business. Last week, the Tasman District Council elected members were split on moving forward with its draft annual … Read more

Robbie Williams shows ‘touch and go’ without government funding, says Frontier Touring

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Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied / Farrel Music / Leo Baron There is more discord in the music industry over the government helping fund two Robbie Williams concerts. It has contributed an undisclosed amount from its $70 million Major Events and Tourism Package, $40 million of which is to secure large-scale international events that will … Read more

Tough breeding season for tara iti – one of New Zealand’s smallest birds

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Source: Radio New Zealand Supplied / Darren Markin One of New Zealand’s smallest birds remains in big trouble after a tough breeding season saw a third of the eggs or newly hatched chicks eaten by predators. There were 29 tara iti, or fairy tern, eggs laid across the country, but only 11 chicks survived. Despite … Read more

1exchange and Capitaux Partner to List NVDAt, among the First ISIN-Backed Tokenized NVIDIA Stock

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 March 2026 – 1exchange, a leading regulated RWA exchange for listing and trading RWA tokens, has entered a strategic partnership with Capitaux, the issuer of NVDAt, an ISIN-registered tokenized security referencing NVIDIA shares. The collaboration is set to bring NVDAt, ISIN-backed tokenized NVIDIA stock, to … Read more

Pioneering Māori broadcaster and journalist Moari Stafford dies

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Source: Radio New Zealand Pioneering Māori journalist Moari Stafford. Moari Stafford Pioneering Māori broadcaster and journalist Moari Stafford, who cultivated opportunity and empowered generations of Māori journalists for more than 20 years, has died. He was 74. Hailing from Waikato, Hauraki, Ngāti Maniapoto, Ngāti Apakura and Ngāti Te Wehi, Stafford spent much of his life … Read more

Queenstown Lakes District Council seeks 35-year consent to pump wastewater into Kawarau River

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Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Nate McKinnon Queenstown Lakes District Council has voted to seek long-term approval to pump treated wastewater into the Kawarau River. Councillors agreed on Thursday to lodge a 35-year resource consent application for discharge from the Shotover Wastewater Treatment Plant, while staff keep looking for alternative solutions to the region’s … Read more

Oyster farmers get final payment over October Mahurangi River sewage spill

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Source: Radio New Zealand Wastewater poured into the Mahurangi River in October. Supplied Watercare has announced its final tranche of compensation payment for oyster farmers North of Auckland, after an estimated 1200 cubic metres of sewage flowed into the Mahurangi River last October. Watercare said a power surge at its Lucy Moore Memorial Park pump … Read more

Oyster farmers to get another $2.75 million compensation over Mahurangi River sewage spill

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Source: Radio New Zealand Wastewater poured into the Mahurangi River in October. Supplied Watercare has announced its final tranche of compensation payment for oyster farmers North of Auckland, after an estimated 1200 cubic metres of sewage flowed into the Mahurangi River last October. Watercare said a power surge at its Lucy Moore Memorial Park pump … Read more

Proposals sought for restoration of historic Chateau Tongariro hotel

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Source: Radio New Zealand The Chateau Tongariro has been sitting empty since it was closed in February 2023. Wikimedia Commons The government is seeking proposals from operators to restore and operate the historic Chateau Tongariro hotel in the Central North Island at the base of Mt Ruapehu. The heritage building has been sitting empty since … Read more

As it happened: Fuel stations run out again, Luxon warns NZ preparing for ‘prolonged’ Iran conflict

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Source: Radio New Zealand Petrol stations across the country are seeing a surge of drivers filling up as fuel prices rise amid fears over the Iran war and potential shortages. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis have been addressing the latest on the fuel crisis, warning that NZ is now preparing … Read more

Sale of one of NZ’s oldest running independent craft brewery deal worth toasting

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Source: Radio New Zealand Three Sister’s Brewery founder Joe Emans wants to leave the Sunshine Brewing brands intact. Robin Martin/RNZ The sale of one of New Zealand’s oldest running independent craft brewery is a deal worth toasting, according to those close to the transaction. Sunshine Brewing – including its iconic Gisborne Gold brand – has … Read more

Authors who missed out on Public Lending Right payment receive funds

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Source: Radio New Zealand Authors have to confirm their eligibility for payment every year, whether or not they have new books in libraries. Google Maps Authors who missed out on a payment for having books in the library are receiving the money they are owed. RNZ reported in February that 318 authors had received an … Read more

Wellingtonians split over second tunnels and SH1 revamp

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Source: Radio New Zealand Artist’s impression of the Mt Victoria tunnel, part of the NZTA proposals for State Highway 1 in Wellington, which would see a second tunnel. Supplied / NZTA Waka Kotahi Wellingtonians are divided over the government’s planned tunnels and highway extensions, according to a report by NZTA. The plan to revamp the … Read more

Queenstown Lakes District Council to permanently ban lakeside stalls

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Source: Radio New Zealand Queenstown Lakes District Council monitoring showed there were often between six and 22 stalls on a 150m stretch of the lakefront despite a requirement for stalls to be 50m apart. 123RF Food stalls will be banned from the Queenstown lakefront after the district council voted on measures to deal with public … Read more

Men can get out of the manosphere – former incels on why they left

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Source: Radio New Zealand Louis Theroux’s recent documentary Inside the Manosphere, alongside Netflix’s 2025 hit drama Adolescence, has driven a spike in public discussion about the “manosphere”. The term refers to a loose ecosystem of anti-feminist online communities and influencers that promote male dominance and hostility toward women. Much of the public conversation about the … Read more

Screening rates for HPV increase at clinics with self-tests

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Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf HPV self-tests increase screening rates, with a new study finding 10 percent more coverage at clinics which offer it. Self-testing for human papillomavirus was rolled out nationally in September 2023. The study period for this newly-published research took place before that change – between February 2022 and September 2023 – … Read more

‘Durable’ defender Francis de Vries first to bring up 50 for Auckland FC

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Source: Radio New Zealand Francis de Vries of Auckland FC takes a selfie with fans, supporters and crowd. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz Auckland FC defender Francis de Vries has played every A-League game – and nearly every minute – in the club’s history, making him the first player to bring up a milestone for the team. Plucked … Read more

Dilworth abuse survivor says $90,000 redress offer ‘insultingly small’

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Source: Radio New Zealand Dilworth’s redress programme began in 2023, with 261 survivors having accepted and settled their applications for redress by the end of 2025. RNZ / Dan Cook Warning: This story discusses sexual abuse. A Dilworth survivor says a $90,000 redress offer is insultingly small. Hector, whose real name RNZ cannot use, was … Read more

Federated Farmers – Wellbeing Fund a ‘game changer’ for rural mental health

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Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers say today’s announcement of a $4 million rural wellbeing fund will be an absolute game changer for rural mental health and wellbeing. “This funding will do so much good for rural New Zealand and help a lot of people who need it,” Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford says. “There are some … Read more

Fire Safety – North Waikato moves to restricted fire season

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Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a restricted fire season for North Waikato from 4pm Thursday 19 March until further notice. During a restricted fire season people wanting to light outdoor fires must apply to Fire and Emergency for a permit and have it approved. The North Waikato zone … Read more

Can Gio: The Emerging Catalyst in Southern Vietnam’s Tourism Transformation

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Source: Media Outreach HCMC, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 March 2026 – Southern Vietnam consistently stands out as one of the country’s most dynamic gateways for international travelers. Anchored by Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s economic and financial nucleus, this region benefits from year-round tropical weather and a richly diverse marine ecosystem, positioning … Read more

Fuel situation could get worse before better, says Christopher Luxon

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Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has acknowledged a “big shift” in the government’s messaging around the war in the Middle East, warning New Zealanders the fuel situation could get worse before it gets better. Speaking at a media conference at Parliament on Thursday, Luxon said it had become clear the conflict would … Read more

Takitimu North Link Stage 2 Fast-tracked

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Source: New Zealand Government A major transport upgrade for the Western Bay of Plenty has received Fast-track approval, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says.  NZTA lodged its application in August 2025 to build about 7.7 kilometres of new highway in the Bay of Plenty.   “Approval has taken just five months following the commencement of the expert … Read more

Media OutReach Newswire Further Strengthens Singapore and Asia Pacific Reach with Strategic AsiaOne Partnership

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Source: Media Outreach Agreement with the Singapore digital media platform reinforces Media OutReach Newswire’s role as the leading global newswire for Asia Pacific HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 March 2026 – Media OutReach Newswire, Asia Pacific’s first and only global newswire, has entered into a strategic content partnership with AsiaOne, one … Read more

Live: Fuel stations run out again, Luxon warns NZ preparing for ‘prolonged’ Iran conflict

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Source: Radio New Zealand Petrol stations across the country are seeing a surge of drivers filling up as petrol prices rises amid fears of rapidly jumping prices and potential shortages. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis have been addressing the latest on the fuel crisis, warning that NZ is now preparing … Read more