Securing the future: the role of the repo market

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand The speech accompanies the publication of a Reserve Bank Bulletin article examining developments in government bond-backed repo markets in New Zealand and internationally. “Today, I want to talk about an important channel of monetary policy implementation, or what’s sometimes referred to as the ‘financial market plumbing’ that helps transmit…

Have you seen Pearly?

Source: New Zealand Police Police are seeking the public’s help to locate Pearly, who has been reported missing from West Harbour. The 12-year-old was last seen on West Harbour Drive at around 12.15am last night. She has black hair and is believed to be wearing a black jersey and blue denim shorts.  If you have…

History and Culture – Honouring New Zealand’s service in Malaya/ Malaysia operations

Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage New Zealand’s service in military operations in Malaya/Malaysia will be honoured at a national commemoration at the National War Memorial on 16 September 2026. Secretary for Culture and Heritage Leauanae Laulu Mac Leauanae says the commemoration is an opportunity to acknowledge the New Zealanders who served in the region, … Read more

Trade Fairs – EUDEX Conference by CPM focuses on total defence and resilience

Source: Messe Essen GmbH Essen, 8 September 2026 The international defence industry trade fair Civilian and military experts share their knowledge When the international defence industry comes together for the first time at the Euro Defence Expo (EUDEX) at Messe Essen from 22 to 25 September 2026, the focus will not be limited to technologies … Read more

Correction: fatal crash, South Head

Source: New Zealand Police Police are issuing a correction regarding a fatal crash in South Head yesterday. The vehicle was initially sighted travelling at excessive speeds along South Head Road, not Tarawera Road as stated in yesterday’s release.  We apologise for the oversight and thank media for updating their reports.  ENDS. Frankie Le Roy/NZ Police. 

Barrier to gas storage development being removed

Source: New Zealand Government The Government will remove a key barrier to creating underground gas storage by ending the requirement for developers to pay royalties on gas that is unlikely to be extracted or sold, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. “Across the world, underground gas storage is a proven way of improving flexibility and resilience…

Restoring pay equity would boost income of 91,000 families by $300/week – PSA analysis

Source: Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi New analysis shows restoring pay equity would: Provide an income boost for 91,000 families with 136,000 children Lift an estimated 11,000 children out of poverty Deliver families six times more a week than the Govt’s average FamilyBoost payment New PSA analysis shows 136,000 children in 91,000 … Read more

Advocacy – 12 countries move against Israeli settlements – New Zealand must act

Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand 9 September 2026 Palestine Forum of New Zealand calls on the New Zealand Government to follow France, the UK, Canada and nine other countries and impose restrictions on trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Twelve countries have now announced measures targeting trade connected to Israeli settlements, … Read more

SH39 Symes Bridge upgrade getting underway

Source: New Zealand Government Work to replace the deck and beams of Symes Bridge on State Highway 39 (SH39) between Ōtorohanga and Pirongia will begin on 11 October, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “SH39 is a vital route through western Waikato and an important freight connection between Taranaki and Auckland. This upgrade will ensure Symes…

SH1 Ōtaika pedestrian crossing to be upgraded

Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop has confirmed that upgrades to improve the current pedestrian crossing on State Highway 1 (SH1) through Ōtaika, south of Whangārei, are one step closer with a tender now out to deliver a new signalised crossing. “Carrying more than 20,000 vehicles per day, around six percent heavy vehicles,…

Firefighters make “really good save” in fuel tanker fire

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand A fire involving a fuel tanker on the Peka Peka Expressway this morning has been contained to the cab of the vehicle and its tractor unit. Assistant National Commander Bruce Stubbs says that firefighters reached the scene quickly and worked effectively to prevent the fire from spreading and igniting … Read more

Firefighters working to extinguish fuel tanker fire on the Kapiti Coast

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire trucks from multiple brigades are responding to a fuel tanker on fire on the Peka Peka Expressway just south of the Otaki River, on the Kapiti coast. The first 111 call was received at 5.06am, and the cab of the tanker was well ablaze when the first crews … Read more

First Responders – Team returns from deployment to wildfires in Canada

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand has welcomed home the team of incident management specialists who have been supporting Canada’s wildfire response for the last five weeks. Each of the five Fire and Emergency personnel has been working on different fires in British Columbia, filling roles as Divisional Supervisors, Logistics … Read more

Stunning wildlife, family moments and heartfelt memories captured in IHC’s photography competition Capture the moment.

Source: IHC New Zealand A striking image of a native Pīwakawaka with its tail perfectly fanned has won first place in IHC’s 2026 Capture the moment photography competition. The annual competition celebrates the creativity and talent of photographers aged 13 and over with intellectual disability across Aotearoa New Zealand. Capture the moment provides a platform … Read more

The yen’s surge should force a portfolio review for all investors – deVere Group

Source: deVere Group September 8 2026 The yen is closing in on its strongest level this year, a move that demands every global investor revisit their portfolio given how far-reaching the impact of this currency swing could be, warns the CEO of financial advisory giant deVere Group. The comments from Nigel Green come as the … Read more

BusinessNZ Planning Forecast shows improved economic resilience

Source: BusinessNZ The latest BusinessNZ Planning Forecast shows that New Zealand’s economy has regained its momentum, with solid growth forecast through to 2028. BusinessNZ Chief Economist John Pask says despite an earlier dip, the economy is showing resilience across a range of indicators. “The ongoing conflict in the Middle East and heightened geopolitical tensions elsewhere … Read more

Disadvantaged students drive significant closing of education equity gap

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s latest OECD PISA results show a significant narrowing of the socio-economic achievement gap, driven by strong gains among students from the most disadvantaged backgrounds, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. “This is a really significant result. For years, a child’s socio-economic background has been far too strong a predictor of…

Fatal crash, Carroll Street, Te Kūiti

Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a serious crash in Te Kūiti yesterday.  Police were called to a crash involving a car and a pedestrian on Carroll Street/SH3 at the intersection with Ward Street about 7.50pm. Sadly, despite best efforts, the pedestrian died at the scene. The Serious Crash Unit conducted a…

Road closed, SH1, Ōtaki

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1 is closed between Ōtaki and Waikanae after a petrol tanker fire this morning.  Police were alerted to the incident around 5.10am. There are no reports of injuries.  The highway is closed this morning with diversions in place in both directions. Motorists are advised to expect delays.  ENDS

Melco wins five accolades at the 10th Anniversary Trip.Gourmet Restaurant Rankings and Fine Dining Awards

Source: Media Outreach The Company, with its American depositary shares listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (Nasdaq: MLCO), is a developer, owner and operator of integrated resort facilities in Asia and Europe. The Company currently operates City of Dreams ( www.cityofdreamsmacau.com) and Altira Macau ( www.altiramacau.com), integrated resorts located in Cotai and Taipa, Macau, … Read more

Agora Brings Conversational AI Into the Physical World at IFA 2026

Source: Media Outreach Voiceprint, cloning, and MCP bring identity and utility to AI-powered devices. BERLIN, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 September 2026 – Agora, Inc. (NASDAQ: API), a global leader in Real-Time Engagement technology, is showcasing its Conversational AI Platform for Physical AI at IFA 2026, introducing new Voiceprint, Voice Cloning, and Model … Read more

2026 World Power Battery Conference Held in Yibin, China

Source: Media Outreach YIBIN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 September 2026 – The 2026 World Power Battery Conference opened on September 3 in Yibin, Sichuan Province, China. Focusing on industry policies, cutting-edge technologies, innovative applications, new energy storage technologies, and battery recycling, the conference features a series of thematic sessions. These sessions are … Read more

WellEra Introduces ‘Healthspan’ as a New Return on Investment in Wellness Real Estate

Source: Media Outreach As the global wellness real estate market is projected to reach USD 1.8 trillion by 2030, WellEra introduces a new perspective on residential investment—where value is measured not only by location, design and financial returns, but also by how well a home supports healthier, longer living. By integrating healthier indoor environments, circadian-friendly … Read more

AMAP Platform Showcases Spatial Intelligence at Qwen Conference Thailand 2026

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 September 2026 – On September 4, Qwen Conference Thailand 2026 was held in Bangkok, bringing together industry leaders, developers, AI creators, government organizations, universities, and technology partners to explore advances in AI and the future of AI-powered industries. AMAP Platform, Alibaba’s global provider of … Read more

Wuhan takes its cultural showcase abroad at Duisburg China Festival

Source: Media Outreach DUISBURG, GERMANY – Media OutRech Newswire – 8 September 2026 – The 2026 Duisburg China Festival kicked off here on Friday afternoon, with participation from some Chinese and German cities, aimed at strengthening ties between the two countries. At the opening gala of the 2026 Duisburg China Festival, artists from the Wuhan … Read more