ONYX Hospitality Group Partners with Yee Fung Group to Launch “Y Hotel Nanshan Shenzhen”, Expanding its Portfolio in China

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Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 January 2026 – ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading Southeast Asian hospitality management company specialising in hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, and luxury residences, is proud to announce its new partnership with Yee Fung Group to operate Y Hotel Nanshan in Shenzhen, People’s Republic of China. … Read more

VF 8 Is Connecting a New Global VinFast Community

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Source: Media Outreach VinFast’s electric SUV is earning loyalty from Vietnam to the Middle East by fitting seamlessly into real lives, long drives, and daily routines. HAI PHONG, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 January 2026 – VinFast’s VF 8 is traveling well, winning over drivers across markets with everyday performance, thoughtful design, and … Read more

Sonny Bill Williams calls for All Black captaincy change

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Source: Radio New Zealand Sonny Bill Williams. Dan Himbrechts/ www.photosport.nz Dual code star Sonny Bill Williams has added his voice to the current All Black discussion, saying that the changes to the team shouldn’t end with the firing of coach Scott Robertson. In a video posted to Instagram, the multiple World Cup and NRL Premiership … Read more

IT issue means Hutt Hospital nurses underpaid says Union

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Source: Radio New Zealand The payroll system at Hutt Hospital went down on Wednesday. RNZ / REECE BAKER A nursing union delegate says an IT issue at Hutt Hospital meant nurses were underpaid for their most recent pay run. Health New Zealand has since fixed the problem, which it said affected more than a thousand … Read more

March planned across Auckland Harbour Bridge has permit declined

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Source: Radio New Zealand There is a very high threshold for accepting requests to access the bridge for special events said the NZTA. 123rf A planned protest across the Auckland Harbour Bridge organised by the Freedom and Rights Coalition has had its permit declined. The event is being organised for 31 January by the Brian … Read more

Police rescue underway near Gisborne after slips block SH2 in Waioeka Gorge

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Source: Radio New Zealand The Transport Agency (NZTA) said the closure was caused by a large slip between Matawai and Waioweka. NZTA A police rescue is underway to reach people stuck in between land slips blocking State Highway 2 in the East Coast’s Waioeka Gorge. The Transport Agency (NZTA) said the road would remain closed … Read more

Sir Tim Shadbolt remembered as ‘absolutely extraordinary’ by family in public service

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Source: Radio New Zealand Invercargill has bid farewell to the “absolutely extraordinary” late Sir Tim Shadbolt in a service marked by humour and reflection, but a stinging rebuke of his final term in office. Hundreds of friends, family, community members and political leaders gathered at the Civic Theatre for the public funeral on Friday afternoon, … Read more

AFERIY Unveils Next-Generation Portable Power Station Nomad1800 at CES

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Source: Media Outreach LAS VEGAS, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 January 2026 – As the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 officially opened, AFERIY, an innovative global brand in the portable clean energy sector, announced the launch of its next-generation portable power station, the Nomad1800, drawing widespread attention from industry professionals and the media. … Read more

Tennis: Mensik v Baez for ASB Classic final

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Source: Radio New Zealand The ASB Classic finalists Sebastian Baez and Jakub Mensik Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz After rain delays and double-duty Jakub Mensik and Sebastian Baez have prevailed to set-up a showdown on centre court in the final of the ASB Classic men’s tennis tournament on Saturday. Friday started with three quarterfinals still needing to be … Read more

The Premier Forum for Air Rescue Experts: AirMed World Congress 2026 in Munich

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Source: Media Outreach Key Subject: Beyond Boundaries – Cross-Competence Enhancement of Aeromedical Services Munich to host around 800 professionals from across the globe in September 2026 Lectures, discussions, and hands-on workshops at two venues Renowned experts from various regions and continents share insights and best practices MUNICH, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 16 January 2026 – … Read more

NZTA warning Wellingtonians to expect traffic delays ahead of long weekend

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Source: Radio New Zealand NZTA said motorists should expect lane closures and temporary speed limits on Transmission Gully/SH1, as chip seal works and pavement reconstruction continued (file image). RNZ / Reece Baker The transport agency is warning drivers to expect delays on Wellington’s Transmission Gully over the long weekend and is encouraging those travelling to … Read more

A first look at Liam Lawson’s F1 car for 2026

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Source: Radio New Zealand 3D render of the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls livery for the 2026 F1 season. VCARB / Red Bull Content Pool Racing Bulls have unveiled their 2026 Formula One livery, introduced Liam Lawson’s new teammate and showcased a new partnership with Ford at an event at the Central Michigan train station. … Read more

Death of Bay of Islands kiwis investigation continues with two dogs seized

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Source: Radio New Zealand The kiwi were killed at Wharengaere Bay (centre) on the Purerua Peninsula. Topshot Media / Dan Apiata Two dogs have been seized in the Bay of Islands as authorities investigate the deaths of around 20 highly protected kiwi – including four around Boxing Day alone. All the maulings occurred in one … Read more

Police believe Onehunga shooting that left one critically injured was a targeted attack

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Source: Radio New Zealand Police at the scene of a shooting in Onehunga Kim Baker Wilson / RNZ Police investigating a shooting that’s left a person critically injured believe it was a targeted attack. They are now appealing for information or any security camera footage from Arthur Street in the Auckland suburb of Onehunga. The … Read more

Police commencing rescue operation on SH 2 between Ōpōtiki and Matawai

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute the following to Inspector Nicky Cooney, Eastern Bay of Plenty Area Commander: Police are commencing a rescue operation to remove members of the public stuck in between land slips on Waioeka Gorge, State Highway 2 between Ōpōtiki and Matawai. Police are working with partner agencies on the rescue operation. If … Read more

Mourners gather to remember Sir Tim Shadbolt at funeral

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Source: Radio New Zealand Sir Tim Shadbolt’s casket at his funeral. Katie Todd Sir Tim Shadbolt has been remembered at a funeral service at Invercargill’s Civic Theatre. During the service, Sir Tim was recognised as a man who always chose to see the best in every situation and the person in every person. Pastor Graeme … Read more

Ed Sheeran fans excited for premiere show in Auckland

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Source: Radio New Zealand Ginger-nuts are among those queuing ahead of Ed Sheeran’s Auckland concert today Gill Bonnett Ed Sheeran fans are converging on Go Media Stadium in Auckland for the premiere of his worldwide tour. The record-breaking British musician is playing two shows in Auckland, on Friday night and Saturday, before heading to Wellington … Read more

Wellington Hospital gastroenteritis outbreak likely caused by contaminated food

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Source: Radio New Zealand Wellington Hospital’s emergency department. RNZ / REECE BAKER Health officials said a gastroenteritis outbreak at Wellington Hospital was likely caused by contaminated food. Dozens of the hospital’s emergency department staff have fallen ill over the past week and Health New Zealand has confirmed the outbreak has now spread to a general … Read more

NZTA warning Wellingtonions to expect traffic delays ahead of long weekend

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Source: Radio New Zealand NZTA said motorists should expect lane closures and temporary speed limits on Transmission Gully/SH1, as chip seal works and pavement reconstruction continued (file image). RNZ / Reece Baker The transport agency is warning drivers to expect delays on Wellington’s Transmission Gully over the long weekend and is encouraging those travelling to … Read more

Joint statement: Planned protest in Auckland on 31 January 2026

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Source: New Zealand Police Joint statement between New Zealand Police and NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi: A planned protest across the Auckland Harbour Bridge has had its permit declined, and access to the bridge will not be facilitated by Police. The event is being organised by The Freedom and Rights Coalition for 31 January 2026. … Read more

Update: Serious incident, Onehunga

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Source: New Zealand Police Auckland Police investigating a firearms incident in Onehunga this morning are seeking information from the public after a person suffered critical injuries. Shortly after 11am Police were called to a property on Arthur Street after reports a person had been shot. Upon arrival a person was located with a gunshot wound … Read more

Lane blocked, SH 29, Matamata

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Source: New Zealand Police The eastbound lane on State Highway 29 near Matamata is blocked after a single-vehicle crash. The crash was reported to Police just before 5pm. Two people have moderate injuries and are being provided medical assistance. Due to heavy traffic building up in the area, motorists are urged to delay travel or … Read more

Ed Sheeran fans excited for premiere show in South Auckland

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Source: Radio New Zealand British pop star Ed Sheeran is playing the first show of his Loop Tour in Auckland tonight. Supplied / Mark Surridge Ed Sheeran fans are converging on Onehunga, host to the premiere of his worldwide tour. The record-breaking British musician is playing two shows at Go Media Stadium, on Friday night … Read more

First offshore oil and gas exploration permit since ban under official consideration

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Source: Radio New Zealand An oil rig off the coast of Taranaki. Supplied An Australian firm incorporated weeks before New Zealand’s offshore oil and gas ban ended will have its application for an exploration permit considered uncontested. EnZed Energy is the first company to apply for a petroleum exploration permit since the 2018 ban, which … Read more

Swiss man sentenced for careless driving after fatal Canterbury crash

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Source: Radio New Zealand Patrick Keusch, 32, appears for sentencing on a charge of careless driving causing death in the Christchurch District Court. ALDEN WILLIAMS/THE PRESS A Swiss man cried in court as he was sentenced for careless driving after a fatal head-on crash in Canterbury. Glenda Sally Douglas, 68, died following the two-vehicle crash … Read more

Woman charged with murder after death in Napier

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Source: Radio New Zealand Hastings District Court. A woman has been arrested and a homicide investigation launched after the death of a man in Napier. Emergency services were called to Savage Crescent in Marewa just after 11.10am after receiving reports a man had been assaulted. He was found critically injured and died at the scene. … Read more

Lanes blocked, Harper Avenue, Christchurch

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Source: New Zealand Police District: Canterbury The eastbound lanes on Harper Avenue are blocked due to a four-vehicle crash around 4.40pm. No injuries are reported. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and take alternative travel routes. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI