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Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash in Whakatāne on Thursday 16 July. At around 9:30pm, Police were called to the single vehicle crash on Troutbeck Road, Galatea. The sole occupant of the vehicle was sadly located deceased. He was 20-year-old Sean Raymond Bridgeman. Our thoughts are with his loved…
Source: New Zealand Government Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says the Select Committee report on the Planning Bill and the Natural Environment Bill is a significant step forward for the primary sector. “These bills are central to this Government’s plan to grow the economy and back our farmers,” says Todd McClay. “For too long the RMA…
Source: Media Outreach Nine in ten Malaysians say they’re good homestay guests and the data backs them up Key takeaways: 85% of Malaysians say being a respectful homestay guest is highly important – and 4 in 5 feel a sense of responsibility to surrounding communities Many say good guest behaviour is common sense and rooted … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A man has been charged after three memorial brass plaques were stolen, recovered, reinstated, and then stolen again. Eastern Bay of Plenty Police have since recovered the World War One and World War Two memorial plaques for a second time, however they have been significantly damaged. Senior Sergeant Anthony Hay says the…
Source: Worksafe New Zealand 20 July 2026 Nominations are now open for up to five positions on the New Zealand Mining Board of Examiners. WorkSafe is seeking people with extractives industry knowledge, experience and leadership in one or more of the following areas: operations health and safety inspections education and industry training. Appointments are for…
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 July 2026 – Global health and wellness platform iHerb has launched its “718 Summer Limited-Time Offer” alongside a curated selection of products designed to support summer skincare needs in Singapore. The initiative reflects growing consumer interest in combining topical skincare with nutritional supplements as part … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Resource Management Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Parliamentary Under-Secretary Simon Court are welcoming the Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill being reported back from the Environment Committee, with changes that improve the workability of New Zealand’s new planning system while retaining its core design. “The Government is replacing the broken Resource…
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 July 2026 – Imperial Harvest, an Imperial Feng Shui consultancy in Singapore, has unveiled a one-of-one bespoke mahjong set valued at US$1.888 million (approximately S$2.4 million) — placing it among the world’s most valuable mahjong sets ever created — with all proceeds from its sale … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Concurrent Food Expo features “Multi-Facets of Chinese Medicine” exhibition HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 July 2026 – The 25th International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products (ICMCM), organised by the Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association (MCMIA) together with the HKTDC and ten scientific research … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Deep dive into the DNA of Thailand’s wellness giants—BDMS Wellness Clinic and Chiva-Som—and their strategic blueprints to transform the kingdom into the ultimate global wellness destination. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 July 2026 – In the modern era, “good health” has redefined the meaning of true wealth. Consumers worldwide … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1 in Levin is closed following a serious crash. Police were called to a single vehicle crash between Kawiu Rd and The Avenue just before 1pm. Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries. Diversions are in place via Koputaroa Road and Kawiu Road. Motorists are advised to avoid the…
Source: The Public Good “Precipice is both an archive and a resource – a record of what one community lived through in the face of disaster, and what others may be able to learn from it.” February 2023: Cyclone Gabrielle engulfed the North Island of Aotearoa, leaving a path of destruction and devastation in its … Read more
Source: New Zealand First Introduction Thank you for being here this afternoon. Mr. President, Members of the New Zealand First Party Board, Ministers and Members of Parliament, delegates of New Zealand First nationwide, Ladies and Gentlemen. Over the past two days we have held our thirty-third annual convention, and it was this exact weekend, in…
Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council is taking applications for the 2026 Regional Historic Heritage Grant Programme. Tāmaki Makaurau has a rich history, with heritage buildings and archaeological sites around the region being tangible and visible links to the past. Individuals, iwi or Māori groups, community groups and trusts can apply for up to $50,000 for…
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE- Media OutReach Newswire – 20 July 2026 – St Francis Methodist School International (SFMS), an international school in Singapore, is commemorating its 65th school anniversary in 2025 with a series of events reflecting on its history, present-day initiatives, and future direction. St. Francis Methodist School International school anniversary singapore A Look … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 July 2026 – Academia Pte Ltd has announced the launch of its dedicated International Baccalaureate (IB) Department, marking a strategic expansion to support the growing number of IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) students in Singapore seeking specialised English training aligned with IB assessment standards. Academia Education … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Vietnam’s leading international F&B exhibition – 30 years of partnering with businesses to create sustainable value HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 July 2026 – Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2026 is an annual international exhibition integrating two major sectors: Food & Beverage and Processing Equipment & Technology, Packaging … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Inspector Wade Jennings, Hutt Valley Area Commander: Police have arrested three burglars after they stole items and a car from a Lower Hutt home this morning. The homeowner made a 111 call at 5am after having strangers in their house. Thankfully, no one was hurt in the incident, and…
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute the following to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Brad Grainger, Canterbury Criminal Investigation Branch: Police investigating a medicinal cannabis licence holder have arrested and charged one person after finding multiple breaches of the licence. Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Brad Grainger said a series of search warrants were executed by officers over…
Source: New Zealand Police A green SUV and two men wearing balaclavas raised enough suspicion for Police to be called in Puni yesterday. At about 3.15pm on Sunday, Police received a report of two men seen on Rogers Road wearing balaclavas and removing items from a yard. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt…
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Inspector Peter Cooper, Area Commander, Canterbury Rural: Canterbury coppers unravelled an alleged copper thief’s plan on Sunday night. Police recovered $200,000 worth of copper cable and apprehended a man following his dramatic exit from a commercial property in Lincoln. In his initial getaway, the alleged thief rammed a vehicle…
Source: New Zealand Police Twenty-nine people, including every member of the Christchurch chapter of the Comancheros Motorcycle Club, have now been convicted following Operation Avon, a seven-month investigation. Led by the National Organised Crime Group (NOCG) and Asset Recovery Unit, Op Avon identified a multi-million-dollar drug trafficking operation from Invercargill to Auckland. It culminated in…
Source: Brightus Auckland, New Zealand 20th July 2026: Global payment network, UnionPay International, is continuing to strengthen its support for Chinese international students in New Zealand by building a comprehensive payment ecosystem that spans the entire student journey, from tuition payments and enrolment through to school then campus life, accommodation, dining, retail spending, and everyday … Read more
Source: Northland Regional Council CityLink Whangārei’s new online bus tracker will go live on Monday 20 July, giving passengers a more convenient and reliable way to plan their journeys. It replaces the previous tracker and will provide a similar user experience, with additional features intended to improve trip planning and passenger confidence. Using the tracker, passengers … Read more
Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand What Went Wrong Eight months ago, the world was told the war on Gaza was over. A ceasefire. A hostage exchange. A twenty-point plan, endorsed by the UN Security Council, backed by a new international body with a grand name: the Board of Peace. Officials queued up to call … Read more
Source: Piperic While most of the world’s websites have never answered the AI question at all, New Zealand quietly leads the planet in answering it: 15.3% of Kiwi sites have published a formal, machine-readable AI policy — the highest share of all 43 countries in the study, ahead of Australia, and double or triple most … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is acting to maintain New Zealand’s ongoing domestic cement manufacturing capacity and ensure our economy remains resilient to global supply chain shocks. “We have agreed to grant Golden Bay Cement (GBC) up to $60m to continue cement manufacturing at its Whangarei plant, maintain domestic clinker manufacturing capability, and undertake…