Long awaited Holidays Act replacement passes first reading

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Source: New Zealand Government A much-anticipated Bill to ensure employees are paid correctly when taking time off work has just passed its first reading at Parliament, Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden announced today.   The Employment Leave Bill seeks to replace the Holidays Act 2003 and offers a simple, workable framework that gives businesses certainty, reduces potential error, and fixes what matters for employers and workers.  … Read more

Pre-harvest karakia brings together team at Pukerau kiwifruit Orchard

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Source: Radio New Zealand Ngāti Hine Forestry Trust chairman Pita Tipene (left) inspects vines at Pukerau Orchard, near Kerikeri, after the iwi started expanding into kiwifruit in 2018. Peter de Graaf A pre-harvest karakia at a Kerikeri kiwifruit orchard reflects growing recognition of tikanga Māori in the country’s horticulture industry, a Northland iwi leader says. … Read more

Improved access to secondary legislation

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Source: New Zealand Government A bill to improve access to secondary legislation and digitise government services has passed its final reading in Parliament today, Attorney-General Judith Collins says. “The Legislation Amendment Bill will make it easier for New Zealanders to find, use, and understand the law that they are required to follow,” Ms Collins says. … Read more

Christchurch residents told to evacuate after ‘high-risk explosive’ found

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Source: Radio New Zealand The police cordon at Sheffield Crescent in Christchurch. RNZ/Anna Sargent Residents have been evacuated from a suburb near Christchurch Airport after a “high-risk explosive” was found. Cordons are in place around Sheffield Crescent in Burnside after police were alerted to the substance shortly before 2.30pm on Thursday. Police sent an emergency … Read more

Auckland’s most congested roads and peak travel times

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Source: Radio New Zealand Central Auckland is more affected but the outskirts of the city were not spared. RNZ / Marika Khabazi Rush hour traffic is a familiar sight to most in the city, but the latest data from Auckland Transport (AT) confirms some roads are more snarled than others. Central Auckland is arguable the … Read more

Daikin’s new head office building in Vietnam conceptualized and designed by Nikken Sekkei, has achieved the world’s first three Platinum certifications for environmental and health standards

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Source: Media Outreach Achieving the highest rating for LEED, WELL, and LOTUS; Bringing into society architecture that integrates environmental performance and human wellbeing in response to Vietnam’s growing air quality consciousness HCMC, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2026 – Nikken Sekkei Ltd announces that Daikin Air Tower, Daikin’s new head office building … Read more

Partnership driving hospitality momentum

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Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston has today highlighted the importance of the hospitality industry to New Zealand’s economy, while speaking at the 2026 Hospitality Summit.   “Hospitality is a huge contributor to our economy and workforce, helping drive over $9 billion in GDP and employing people across the country,” Louise Upston … Read more

Kura kaupapa Māori calls for safe crossing to protect tamariki and whānau

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Source: Radio New Zealand A kura kaupapa Māori in Te Tairāwhiti is calling for urgent safety improvements outside its school, saying students, whānau and kaiako are being put at risk crossing a “hectic” and “unsafe” road every day. Tauira from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngā Uri o Māui say traffic outside the kura has … Read more

Moana on the Blues: ‘They don’t want us here’

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Source: Radio New Zealand Tensions are high between the Blues and Moana Pasifika. Brett Phibbs / www.photosport.nz Asked whether the Blues rivalry is personal, Moana Pasifika coach Fa’alogo Tana Umaga didn’t hesitate. “Oh f*** yeah.” Umaga and his men say they have felt a general sense of derision from the other side of the bridge … Read more

Forty-nine new cops march out in March.

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Source: New Zealand Police Friends and family members came from all over New Zealand today and celebrated alongside the newly attested constables of the 393 recruit wing at the Royal New Zealand Police College in Porirua. Police Commissioner Richard Chambers addressed the graduating wing alongside Associate Minister of Police, the Honourable Casey Costello, members of … Read more

Crown progresses Ngāti Ruapani settlement at pace

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Source: New Zealand Government The first reading for the Ngāti Ruapani mai Waikaremoana Claims Settlement Bill has passed today, just weeks after the deed of settlement was signed, Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith says.  “It is good we can move forward with the Ngāti Ruapani settlement, after signing their Deed of Settlement in … Read more

Christchurch pre-school vandalised, nursery sprayed with fire extinguisher

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Source: Radio New Zealand Christchurch’s Papanui Preschool and Nursey has been targeted several times over the past few weeks. Supplied / Papanui Preschool and Nursery A Christchurch pre-school has been trashed with a fire extinguisher sprayed around its nursery, manager Kristal Heath says. Staff at Papanui Preschool and Nursery felt powerless after the centre was … Read more

Prostitution, underage sex and drugs: Michael Scott Rodger’s criminal history revealed

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Source: Radio New Zealand Michael Scott Rodger is accused of murdering Richard Leman. RNZ / Nathan Mckinnon A man found guilty of murdering a man whose body was dismembered has an extensive criminal history including introducing a 14-year-old girl to prostitution, taking her money and then administering her morphine and having sex with her, it … Read more

Christchurch residents told to evacuate after report of ‘high-risk explosive’

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Source: Radio New Zealand Cordons are in place in the vicinity of Sheffield Crescent, Burnside, Christchurch. Google Maps Residents have been asked to evacuate a Christchurch suburb due to a “high-risk explosive”. Cordons are in place in the vicinity of Sheffield Crescent in Burnside and the public is asked to avoid the area. Senior Sergeant … Read more

Commerce Commission warns of suspected Hawke’s Bay pyramid scheme

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Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf.com The Commerce Commission is warning consumers about a suspected pyramid scheme operating in Hawke’s Bay under the name “Live Good”. The commission said the scheme promotes health supplements, but members’ payments appear to rely on continuously recruiting new people rather than selling genuine products or services. Commission deputy chair Anne … Read more

Government supports Pacific cultures at Polyfest  

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in the world’s largest Pacific festival, Polyfest, supporting Pacific culture, young people and families, says Pacific Peoples Minister Dr Shane Reti.    “Polyfest, which celebrated 50 years last year, is an important celebration of Pacific culture and youth. It showcases the pride and strength of our Pacific … Read more

Green Party releases initial candidate list for 2026 General Election

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Source: Green Party The Green Party has released its Delegate List of candidates for the 2026 General Election, which will now inform the final membership voting process. “This is a strong electable list of people who represent diverse communities across Aotearoa and are ready for government,” says Green Co-leader Marama Davidson. “Aotearoa has enough for … Read more

Green Party announces 14 Māori candidates in the initial candidate list for the 2026 General Election

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Source: Green Party The Green Party announces 14 Māori candidates in the Delegate List for the 2026 General Election, which will now inform the membership voting process. Co-Leader Marama Davidson says, “our diverse Māori candidates are supported by whānau, hapū and iwi, further strengthening Māori voice in the Green Party and across the motu. I … Read more

Illegal driver, weapons, drugs and vehicle

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Source: New Zealand Police When Police stopped a driver, it led to the discovery of a vehicle full of illegal items. After stopping a vehicle on Friday, Police arrested the driver for driving while disqualified. Police also noticed a long barrel firearm tucked down by a seat. A search found more including a slug gun, … Read more

Peak Energy adds 10MW of operating solar capacity amid growing Singapore demand for greener and more stable energy

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Source: Media Outreach Following Singapore’s upgraded 2030 solar target, the multi-million acquisition boosts capacity for corporates seeking fixed-price locally-sourced renewable energy, strengthenening Peak Energy as one of the leading C&I rooftop solar platforms in the region. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2026 – Peak Energy has acquired a nearly 10MW portfolio in … Read more

Prostitution, underage sex and drugs: Michael Scott Rodgers’s criminal history revealed

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Source: Radio New Zealand Michael Scott Rodger is accused of murdering Richard Leman. RNZ / Nathan Mckinnon A man found guilty of murdering a man whose body was dismembered has an extensive criminal history including introducing a 14-year-old girl to prostitution, taking her money and then administering her morphine and having sex with her, it … Read more

University of Auckland building on fire

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Source: Radio New Zealand Marika Khabazi A fire has broken out at a University of Auckland building. A Fire and Emergency spokesperson confirmed there had been a fire at the building on Short Street and several fire trucks were currently responding. “Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews were notified of a fire in an office … Read more

Death on road in Auckland’s Mt Albert not suspicious, police say

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Source: Radio New Zealand Police in the Mt Albert street where a body was found. RNZ/Calvin Samuel A person has died after a suspected medical event on a Mt Albert street. Police are at the scene and a hearse has arrived to take the body away. A police spokesperson said the death is not suspicious. … Read more

Binastra Land Marks Two Decades of Excellence and Recognition in Malaysia’s Property Industry

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2026 – Binastra Land, a multi-award-winning property developer with more than 20 years of experience in property development since 2005, continues to strengthen its position as a trusted name in Malaysia’s real estate landscape. CyberSquare @ Cyberjaya developed by Binastra Land With … Read more

Body found on road in Auckland’s Mt Albert

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Source: Radio New Zealand Police in the Mt Albert street where a body was found. RNZ/Calvin Samuel A body has been found on a residential road in the Auckland suburb of Mt Albert. Police are at the scene and an RNZ reporter said she can see a body on the roadway. Police officers have used … Read more

Government Cuts – Latest proposed health cuts will leave public health system worse off – PSA

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Source: PSA The PSA is deeply concerned about the long-term consequences of the proposed restructure of the Ministry of Health’s Corporate Services function, which will see 46 roles disestablished and workers forced to reapply for fewer jobs. The proposed cuts would, if finalised, see a net loss of 25 roles. “This is the direct result of … Read more

MCKL rolls out Open Day, inviting students and parents to discover Future-Ready Education Pathways

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 March 2026 – Choosing the right college is one of the most important decisions a student will make. For those exploring quality pre-university and diploma pathways, Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) invites students and parents to its upcoming MCKL Open Day happening on … Read more