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Source: Radio New Zealand A slip on State Highway 39, Ōtorohanga. Supplied / Otorohanga Volunteer Fire Brigade A local state of emergency has been declared in Ōtorohanga, Waikato, after the district was lashed by heavy rains. The declaration was made at 12:57am on Saturday and will stay in effect for seven days. Mayor Rodney Dow … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A State of Emergency has been declared in Ōtorohanga, after the district was hit by widespread flooding and heavy rain. The declaration took effect immediately when it was signed at 12:57am and expires in seven days. Mayor Rodney Dow said there had been reports of flooding, slips and inundation. “The situation … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SHANDONG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – On February 10, 2026, The original Chinese algorithm “Congzi AI” was officially open-sourced by Shandong Congzi Chao Quantum Technology Co., Ltd. This open-source initiative aims to remove technical barriers and promote deep integration between artificial intelligence and fundamental science. Four major … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Motorists in the Waikato are being warned to drive with extreme caution and not attempt to drive through flooded roads. A number of local roads and highways are shut across the district, including: State Highway 39, between Otorohanga and Pirongia. State Highway 3 between Mangaorongo Road and Ngahape Road. Kiokio Station … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Net migration gain of 14,200 – news story 13 February 2026 New Zealand had a net migration gain of 14,200 in 2025, down from a net gain of 23,800 in 2024, according to provisional estimates released by Stats NZ today. The net migration gain in 2025 was the lowest for a calendar … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Visitor arrivals pass 3.5 million – news story 13 February 2026 Overseas visitor arrivals to New Zealand totalled 3.51 million in the December 2025 year, up 195,600 (6 percent) from the December 2024 year, according to data released by Stats NZ today. “The December 2025 year was the first annual period to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach First-Ever Attack-Defence Simulation Aligns with Real Corporate Needs Setting a New Benchmark for Local Cybersecurity Competitions HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – As cyberattacks grow increasingly complex, cybersecurity has become a critical domain of global concern and a talent shortage. According to the latest “Hong Kong … Read more
Source: Media Outreach E-Commerce and Online Travel Dual Engines Reinforce Robust Expansion. Strong Guidance Underscores Optimistic Outlook for FY26 Highlights and achievements for fiscal year 2025 Delivered record high revenue of JPY 43.7 billion, up 28% YoY. (JPY 45.0 billion, up 32% YoY on an FX neutral basis) Substantial growth in E-commerce (49% YoY) and … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR/DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Asia Business Centre (AsiaBC), a Hong Kong-based leader in corporate services and cross-border startup consultancy, has been named “Outstanding Company Formation Services of the Year“ at the HKCT Business Awards 2025. Presented by the Hong Kong Commercial Times (HKCT), … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Supporting Sustainable Social Development through Arts and Education Celebrating the Power of “Music Changes Lives” HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Great Eagle Group (Stock Code: 41) today announced that the Great Eagle Music Children Ensemble, supported by the Group, will present its annual concert, “Symphony … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Over 11,000 Experts from 111 Countries Converge Reaffirming Hong Kong’s Position as a Global Ophthalmic Hub HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – The four-day “APAO 2026 Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) Congress” successfully concluded last week, marking a significant milestone in the global ophthalmic community. As … Read more
Source: Media Outreach New client service centre expands WRISE’s regional footprint by serving as a bridge for cross-border capital flow and integrated family office services in East Asia HONG KONG SAR AND SINGAPORE AND MAINLAND CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – WRISE Group, one of Asia’s fastest-growing wealth management firms, today … Read more
Source: Media Outreach A new standard of tropical luxury with panoramic golf, mountain and Andaman Sea views. PHUKET, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Banyan Group Residences, Thailand’s leading lifestyle property developer, proudly unveils Angsana Golf Residences Topaz, an exceptional new branded residential development within the iconic Laguna Phuket integrated resort. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Caleb Tangitau scores a try during the Super Rugby Pacific – Highlanders v Crusaders at Forsyth Barr Stadium. Marty Melville/Photosport Jamie Joseph may well have a new job next by weekend, but he can enjoy a brilliant start to his unfancied Highlanders side’s season for now. They scored a thoroughly deserved … Read more
Source: Maritime New Zealand Maritime NZ takes the welfare of seafarers extremely seriously. We have spoken with the vessel’s Master, agent and Flag State, who confirm they are comfortable with the crew’s arrangements for this foreign flagged vessel. We understand the crew are adequately provisioned and doing well. We will continue to monitor the situation … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Opportunity Party leader Qiulae Wong said her party would replace NZ Super – along with all other forms of government assistance – with a new citizens’ income. RNZ / Supplied The Opportunity Party says New Zealanders would be better served by dropping NZ Super and replacing it with an entirely new … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Timoci Tavatavanawai. © Photosport Ltd 2025 www.photosport.nz Super Rugby Pacific opens with a southern clash under the roof, with the banged up Highlanders taking on the defending champion Crusaders. Kick-off is at 7:05pm NZT. Follow all the action with RNZ’s live blog: Team lists Highlanders: 1 Ethan de Groot, 2 Jack … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A fire in November burnt through almost 3000 hectares of the Tongariro National Park Kristina Montgomerie / @kristinamonts Waimarino business owners work through tough summer after November fire Many hope for decent winter snow dump to boost coffers DOC says burned area rejuvenating. In early November, a wall of smoke loomed … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Senior feline attendant Michaela Foggin’s job involves caring, feeding, cleaning, medicating and giving love and attention to the cats during the day. RNZ / Amy Williams Saturday is Caturday at a south Auckland animal shelter, where a bumper crop of kittens are in desperate need of forever homes. The SPCA has … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Denmark in action at Australian SailGP in Sydney 2025. Felix Diemer for SailGP SailGP’s fastest may just have found even more speed. Rockwool Denmark have never won the professional sailing league, but have the distinction of clocking the fastest-ever speed in the F50 boat, when they reached 103.93km/h at Sassnitz, Germany, … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Cody Vai was signed straight out of school to travel the World Sevens circuit as an 18-year-old. PhotoSport NZ Blues v Chiefs Kick-off: 7:05pm Saturday 14 February Eden Park, Auckland Live blog updates on RNZ Cody Vai doesn’t take the slow road. The Auckland flyer was signed straight out of school … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) By the time most women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer in New Zealand, it’s too late to save their lives, says University of Auckland cancer researcher Dr Alicia Didsbury. A trustee of The Ovarian Cancer Foundation New Zealand, Didsbury helped write and present the latest State of Ovarian Cancer Report … Read more
Source: Screenrights Cultural Fund Screenrights has today opened applications for its 2026 Cultural Fund, inviting bold new initiatives to apply for a share of a $300,000 grant pool. With the 2026 annual focus revealed as Learning Through Story, the Fund seeks to award grants of up to $50,000 for projects that foster the creation and appreciation … Read more
Source: Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation The Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation, manager of the $90 billion NZ Superannuation Fund, has appointed Qing Ding to the newly-created role of Head of Portfolio Strategy and Research. Ding rejoins the Guardians from ANZ Investments, where she was Head of Asset Allocation. During her previous time at the … Read more
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
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
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