University Research – Jaws tell tales: How ancient armoured fish munched prey whole

Source: Flinders University 14 September 2026 Long before dinosaurs appeared on Earth, fierce predatory fish developed crushing jaws and sharp teeth to survive and diversify in ancient oceans. Flinders University researchers have used a new combination of techniques to find out how these armoured fish called placoderms – the first vertebrates to evolve jaws and … Read more

Citi Private Bank Convenes Asia’s Leading Family Offices in Hong Kong to Explore the Next Decade of Wealth Creation

Source: Media Outreach Flagship Asia Pacific Family Office Executive Forum brings together more than 150 family office leaders, investors and industry experts HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 September 2026 – Citi Private Bank hosted its annual Asia Pacific Family Office Executive Forum in Hong Kong, bringing together more than 150 family … Read more

Azbil to Showcase Building Automation Solutions as a Gold Sponsor at Data Centre World Asia 2026

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 September 2026 – Azbil Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange Code: 6845) announces that it will participate as a Gold Sponsor at Data Centre World Asia 2026 (hereinafter “DCWA”), Asia’s leading event for data centre technologies and digital infrastructure. The event will take place from 29 – … Read more

City Rail Link proves safety and scale can go hand in hand

Source: Worksafe New Zealand 14 September 2026 As Auckland celebrates the opening of the City Rail Link (CRL), WorkSafe New Zealand is recognising the project’s high standard of health and safety performance, demonstrating what can be achieved when safety is embedded from the start. The City Rail Link is the country’s largest transport infrastructure project…

State Highway 1, Waimate closed following crash

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1, Makikihi is closed at the intersection with O’Neills Road following a crash. The single vehicle crash was reported at around 2:20pm.  Initial indications are that there are serious injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS  Issued by Police Media Centre 

Record number of Australian visitors boosts NZ tourism

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand tourism numbers are continuing to strengthen, with international visitor arrivals for July exceeding 2019 levels, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says.  Figures released today by Statistics New Zealand show 256,600 overseas visitor arrivals in July 2026, up 8.5 percent on July 2025 and surpassing July 2019 numbers.  “As we work to grow…

Regent Hong Kong Celebrates Four Decades of Cantonese Culinary Excellence as Lai Ching Heen Preserves Its Legacy for Future Generations

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 September 2026 – Regent Hong Kong highlights the four-decade culinary legacy of Lai Ching Heen, where Executive Chef Lau Yiu Fai and Head Chef Cheng Man Sang continue to preserve and pass on Cantonese techniques, flavour knowledge and craftsmanship to the next generation of chefs. … Read more

Better planning frees 1500 bed nights in Hawke’s Bay

Source: New Zealand Government Patients at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital are getting home faster, with better planning freeing up more than 1,500 bed nights over the past year, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “When a patient is well enough to leave, every extra night they spend on a ward is a night away…

Tech – Tim Cook enters a new chapter with Samsung

Source: Samsung Electronics New Zealand Following a period of global attention around one of technology’s most recognisable names, another Tim Cook has made a significant change. Auckland, New Zealand – 14 September 2026 – Samsung New Zealand has enlisted Tim Cook to put the new Galaxy Z Fold8 through its paces, marking a new chapter … Read more

Hornets’ eradication response enters crucial phase

Source: New Zealand Government The fight to eradicate the yellow-legged hornet in Auckland is entering a critical phase as warmer weather increases the risk of any surviving queens emerging from winter, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard says. The response has already destroyed 77 queens and 133 nests, with no hornets seen since April. “That’s encouraging, but…

Fatalities following water incident, Tangimoana

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute:  Manawatū Area Commander Inspector Matenga Gray  Two people have died and another has been taken to hospital following a water incident near the mouth of the Tangimoana River, Manawatū. Emergency services were first called to the scene at approximately 8.35am after a report of a capsized boat. Three people were…

Yemen: As conflict escalates, MSF provides lifesaving care in Mokha

Source: Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) 14 September 2026 – Following the recent escalation of fighting in western Yemen, Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) confirms that its teams remain in Mocha, supporting the General Hospital. Over the past few days, many people have fled the city, including health staff from most hospitals. With … Read more

Award-Winning WRITERS AT WORK Refines Signature Writing Programme for 2027 to Develop Future-Ready Thinkers

Source: Media Outreach The refined Primary Writing Programme strengthens WRITERS AT WORK’s proprietary STORYBANKING® method to help students think independently, sustain focus and tackle increasingly complex questions with confidence. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 September 2026 – WRITERS AT WORK, a Singapore English writing and enrichment provider recognised on the SME500 Singapore 2025 … Read more

Hao Yi Tou’s Tang Plaza Outlet Marks One Year of Business Class Reflexology

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 September 2026 – Hao Yi Tou, a Singapore-based body massage and foot reflexology brand, marked one year of operations at its Tang Plaza outlet on Orchard Road in August. The outlet opened in August 2025 around a ‘business class’ concept that lets professionals in the … Read more

Great Ride investment to keep wheels turning in Northland

Source: New Zealand Government Investment of $1 million is set to enhance Northland’s Pou Herenga Tai Twin Coast Cycle Trail, improving the visitor experience, upgrading visitor facilities, and creating new cultural and tourism experiences, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “This investment will help the trail attract more domestic and international visitors to the…

Rocky finish for fisherman

Source: New Zealand Police A man who spent the night surrounded by water after becoming trapped on rocks following an afternoon of fishing is today thanking his lucky stars, as well as emergency services. At about 7.45pm last night, the man’s friend raised the alarm after he had set off with his rod and nothing…

Northland News – Free bus travel across Taitokerau for World Car Free Day

Source: Northland Regional Council Northland Regional Council is making it easy for people to leave the car at home this World Car Free Day, with free travel on all CityLink, SchoolLink and BusLink services on Tuesday 22 September 2026. The one-day offer applies to all CityLink and SchoolLink Whangārei services, as well as BusLink services … Read more

Culture and Heritage – Shortlisted sites identified for the March 15 National Memorial

Source: Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage Four shortlisted sites are being considered for the March 15 National Memorial in Christchurch. The affected community (families of the 51 shuhada and the injured) have been closely involved in the process to identify potential sites and are currently being asked for their feedback. The four potential … Read more

Callers with conundrums – DOC’s unusual queries

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  14 September 2026 The call centre takes all kinds of queries on wildlife, animals and land managed by DOC. They operate a general enquiries line 0800 ASK DOC and email address info@doc.govt.nz. For conservation emergencies such as stranded whales and injured native species the 0800 DOC HOT number operates 24/7.…

Tech and Security – Kiwis Warned as AI Search Results Direct Users to Scam Sites – New Data

Source: ESET New Zealand 14 Sept 2026 Kiwi consumers and businesses are being warned they could unwittingly hand over passwords, financial information or download malicious software after new cybersecurity data found ChatGPT search results routinely directing users to high-risk websites already classified as unsafe. The use of AI assistants has surged in NZ, with four … Read more

Porirua City – Voting packs for by-election on their way

Source: Porirua City Council Voting packs will start to be delivered to letterboxes this week for Porirua’s by-election. The Onepoto General Ward by-election is taking place after Mike Duncan died suddenly in June. Five candidates have put their names forward – you can read their profiles and watch their candidate videos at https://poriruacity.govt.nz/your-council/mayor-councillors/elections-2026/information-for-voters/by-election-candidates/. Voting closes … Read more

Wahine in trades: Manaia Hall wins new Pan Pac scholarship

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology September 14, 2026 (From left to right) EIT CEO Lucy Laitinen, scholarship recipient Manaia Hall, Pan Pac Managing Director Tony Clifford, Ōtātara Trust Chair Geraldine Travers Last week 18-year-old Wairoa local Manaia Hall (He uri tēnei nō Tūhoe, Ngāti Manawa, Ngāti Pūkenga ki Manaia, Ngāti Kahungunu) received the inaugural Pan…

Uncertain outlook shades farmer confidence – Federated Farmers

Source: Federated Farmers Profitability is the highest it’s been in a decade, but farmers are worried about whether the good times will hold. Federated Farmers’ latest Confidence Survey shows 72% of farmers are making a profit, with fewer than one in 20 making a loss. “That’s an incredibly positive result and the highest since we … Read more

Health Sector – General practice is stabilising, but recovery remains fragile

Source: General Practice Owners Association (GenPro) General practice has pulled back from the brink after years of intense financial and workforce pressure, but the sector remains fragile and significant challenges continue to threaten patient access, according to new GenPro survey data. GenPro’s Annual Pulse Survey, which tracks the financial, workforce and operational health of general … Read more

Nurse Maude support workers to strike for the fourth time as facilitation granted by Employment Relations Authority

Source: Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi Around 250 Nurse Maude support workers will walk off the job for the fourth time on Monday 14 September, after six weeks in which their employer has still not made a fair pay offer or moved on their position to cut sick leave. On Friday the … Read more

Smarter health investment critical to NZ’s future prosperity: BusinessNZ

Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ is calling on all political parties to commit to a smarter approach to health spending, warning that New Zealand cannot meet the challenges of an ageing population simply by pouring more money into hospitals while underinvesting in medicines, prevention, workforce planning and rehabilitation. Launching Health Priorities 2026, BusinessNZ says New Zealand’s health … Read more

From Te Ūranga Waka to the open ocean

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology September 14, 2026 Xenon Messenger stands by Te Matau-a-Māui waka in Ahuriri Whāia te iti kahurangi ki te tuohu koe me he maunga teitei.  Shoot for the stars and you might hit the moon. Final-year, level seven te reo Māori student Xenon Messenger has joined the crew of Te Matau-a-Māui for…