Bike left near Lake Ōhau causes worry a tramper or climber might be missing

Source: Radio New Zealand Police are concerned about the owner of a bike left near Lake Ōhau. Police/Facebook Police are concerned about the owner of a bike left near Lake Ōhau in the South Island for several days. The bike has been at the Temple Campsite shelter off Lake Ohau Road since at least 27 … Read more

Weather: North Island east coast braces for the next wave of heavy rain

Source: Radio New Zealand Heavy rain to hit Norht Island’s east coast. Unsplash / Erik Witsoe The latest bout of wet weather is targeting the east coast of the North Island, from Tai Rawhiti to the Ruahine Ranges. Two orange heavy rain warnings and a heavy rain watch are in place. From 12pm Saturday and … Read more

Health privacy breach exposes risk of Govt cutting IT experts in public health – PSA

Source: PSA The cyber security breach at privately run Manage My Health is a chilling reminder of how the Government blundered in cutting the jobs of many IT experts safeguarding the public health system. The sensitive personal information of more than 120,000 patients using Manage My Health may have been exposed in the latest ransomware attack … Read more

PSA says the privacy breach exposes risk of cutting IT experts in public health

Source: Radio New Zealand National Secretary for PSA Fleur Fitzsimons is calling on the Privacy Commissioner to reconsider investigating the impact of cuts to Health NZ’s digital services workforce. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The Public Service Association (PSA) says the security breach at privately run ManageMyHealth highlights the risk of cutting IT experts in public … Read more

‘Bring it back to new life’: Historical Canterbury hotel reopens

Source: Radio New Zealand Hotel director Sourav Sharma outside the iconic hotel. RNZ / Anna Sargent The new director of a historic Canterbury hotel that was shut for more than a year says he’s determined to bring the iconic site back to life. The 150-year-old Hurunui Hotel, which sits on State Highway 7 in North … Read more

Lightning strike sets fire to Auckland house

Source: Radio New Zealand A lightning strike was the cause of a house fire in the Auckland suburb of Grey Lynn. Unsplash/ Rahul Viswanath A lightning strike set fire to a house in the Auckland suburb of Grey Lynn on Friday night, as thunderstorms hit the centre of the region. Fire and Emergency said the … Read more

Call for accountability on ‘flawed’ immigration visa decisions

Source: Radio New Zealand Immigration lawyers Pooja Sundar and Stewart Dalley. Supplied Lawyers say an in-house immigration complaints process is a toothless tiger for visa applicants. Immigration New Zealand (INZ) received more than 6500 complaints in the last year, down from 9500 in 2019. Immigration lawyers Pooja Sundar and Stewart Dalley say people who are … Read more

Hong Kong Tech Exhibits Immense Potential at CES 2026 with 61 Tech Companies Ready for Global Markets

Source: Media Outreach Largest-ever Hong Kong Tech Pavilion features 3 Innovation Award-winning game-changers showcasing immense potential to scale LAS VEGAS, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 January 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will join hands in spearheading the largest-ever Hong Kong Tech … Read more

BTL Hong Kong gathers 300 doctors and Linda Chung at “Mindful Beauty” Regional Summit in Phu Quoc in 2025

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 January 2026 – The BTL Regional Summit & Award Gala 2025, themed “Mindful Beauty,” concluded successfully at the JW Marriott Phu Quoc, Vietnam after four days of scientific workshops, networking, and celebration from 29 November to 2 December. The summit gathered around 300 … Read more

ICONSIAM Elevates Thailand onto the World Countdown Map with “Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026”

Source: Media Outreach A five-day global phenomenon uniting world-class and Thai artists with eco-friendly fireworks—captivating millions and redefining Bangkok as a premier New Year countdown destination. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 January 2026 – ICONSIAM, the global landmark on the banks of Thailand’s legendary Chao Phraya River, once again captured the world’s … Read more

Innolux Unveils Next-Generation Display Technology, Integrating MicroLED and N3D to Create a Cross-Domain Immersive Experience Ecosystem

Source: Media Outreach Showcasing transparent MicroLED, ultra-bright HUD, and naked-eye 3D displays to redefine the display landscape across retail, cockpit, and smart device applications LAS VEGAS, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 January 2026 – Innolux will showcase its next-generation display technology in Las Vegas, USA from January 6 to 8, under the theme … Read more

CUKTECH Launches Its First Desktop Super Fast Charging Station in Vietnam

Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 January 2026 – CUKTECH, a technology brand dedicated to charging innovation, has officially launched its first desktop charging product in Vietnam — the CUKTECH 30 Ultra Charging Station. This marks an important expansion of CUKTECH’s local product lineup, bringing a high-performance, … Read more

Serious crash, Cove Road, Waipu

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash that has closed Cove Road at Waipu this evening. The two-vehicle crash was reported about 7.50pm. One person is reported to have serious injuries. Cove Road is closed between South Road and McLean Road and diversions are in place. The Serious … Read more

Mayoral Relief Fund activated for Horowhenua residents after severe weather

Source: Radio New Zealand Crews from Electra respond to weather-related power outage damages in Tokomaru on Monday. Supplied / Facebook The Mayoral Relief Fund has been activated for Horowhenua residents, who have suffered hardship from the recent severe weather and prolonged power outages. Mayor Bernie Wanden said the weather has been incredibly challenging for many … Read more

Four face court after aggravated burglary in Thames

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Scott Neilson Four people will appear in the Hamilton Youth Court tomorrow on a number of charges following an aggravated robbery in Thames today. Two men, aged 20, 18, and two 14-year-old boys are charged with aggravated robbery, unlawfully using a vehicle and failing to stop … Read more

$69 delivery fee for Ikea dining chair stickers

Source: Radio New Zealand An Ikea customer is Marika Khabazi / RNZ An Ikea shopper who tried to buy a set of dining chairs was left fuming after the order was cancelled – except for the stickers on the bottom of the chairs, which still carried a $69 delivery fee. “I placed an online order … Read more

Frustration as Auckland’s storm-damaged tracks still shut off

Source: Radio New Zealand Nearly three years on from the devastating floods of Cyclone Gabrielle and Auckland Anniversary Weekend in 2023, many of the region’s walking and hiking tracks are still closed due to damage. Auckland Council said it did not have a record of how many damaged tracks were unable to be used across … Read more

Fire and Emergency receives 15 calls for help during strike

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Nate McKinnon Members of the NZ Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) walked off the job for an hour at midday on Friday. The union said pay talks with Fire and Emergency (FENZ) had broken down. FENZ said it received 15 calls for help during the strike, with one callout for … Read more

Teenager saved from rip thanks to police officer and lifeguard

Source: Radio New Zealand A teenager was rescued from a rip at Paritutu Beach. Jordan Tan / 123rf A teenager rescued from a rip at Paritutu Beach thanks to the quick actions of a police officer and a member of Surf Lifesaving. Police received a call about 7pm on Thursday night, reporting a teenager was … Read more

Māori recognised for 2026 in New Year Honours list

Source: Radio New Zealand Professor Thomas Charles Roa has become a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to Māori language and education RNZ / Pokere Paewai The Minister for Māori Development is praising those named on the New Year Honours list. Māori who have been recognised for 2026 include Companions, Officers, … Read more

What will happen to house prices in 2026?

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / REECE BAKER 2025 was not a great year for many house price forecasters, who had to revise their forecasts down many times as the year went on. At the start of the year, Westpac thought prices might lift 7 percent. At one point ASB thought they could lift 10 … Read more

Quick actions save teenager caught in rip – Paritutu Beach

Source: New Zealand Police A teenager, who was stuck in a rip, was safely brought back to shore after a Police Officer and a member of Surf Lifesaving entered the water after them. Around 7pm Thursday 1 January, Police received a call reporting that a teenager was caught in a rip at Paritutu Beach and … Read more

A Diamond is Forever And Lane Crawford Launch “The Forever Gifts: A Natural Diamond Series”

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 January 2026 – This season of giving, A Diamond is Forever joins hands with Asia’s premier luxury retailer, Lane Crawford, in paying tribute to the beauty and authenticity of natural diamonds. Together, they bring forward a shared commitment to exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and … Read more

Investigation underway into unexplained death in Auckland’s Devonport

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Angus Dreaver An investigation is underway after a person died at an address in Auckland’s Devonport. Police said officers were called to the property on Kerr Street about 11pm on Thursday night. “The death is currently being treated as unexplained,” a spokesperson said. “A scene guard is in place … Read more

Health NZ says systems unaffected by ManageMyHealth app breach

Source: Radio New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand. RNZ / Peter de Graaf Health New Zealand says the breach of the ManageMyHealth app, used widely by GPs to organise patient data, has not affected its systems. The country’s largest patient information portal, ManageMyHealth, confirmed on Wednesday it had identified a cyber security incident … Read more

Officer hit by bottle as police break up crowd of 1000 youth in Coromandel

Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF More than 1000 revellers gathered in the Coromandel Peninsula on Thursday night, with some hurling bottles at police and recklessly setting off fireworks as officers tried to break up drunken crowds. Police said a large crowd of youth congregated at Williamson Park in Whangamatā and had to be forcibly moved … Read more

Health Minister marks the passing of Dame Karen Poutasi

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has acknowledged Dame Karen Poutasi and her extensive service to the New Zealand health system and the public sector more broadly.  Dame Karen was 76. “With a professional background in public health medicine, Dame Karen had a deep understanding of the health sector.   “She had senior roles … Read more