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Source: Radio New Zealand The valuable pendant. Supplied / NZ police The man accused of swallowing a $33,500 Fabergé egg pendant has pleaded not guilty to a number of charges. The man, who cannot be named, was charged with theft after allegedly trying to steal the pendant from Partridge Jewellers in the central city. Court … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A render of the Courtenay Place entrance at The Court, the proposed new complex in central Wellington. Supplied A complete overhaul of Wellington’s abandoned Reading Cinemas complex is moving closer, with resource consents lodged for the project. The large earthquake-prone building on the city’s main nightlife road Courtenay Place had been … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The measles virus, the US CDC says measles is very contagious and can be serious, and anyone who is not protected against the virus is at risk. Supplied/ US CDC Health New Zealand says there’s one new case of measles, this time in Auckland. The number of known cases nationally since … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand St John is treating multiple patients at a daycare centre in the suburb of Woolston. Nathan McKinnon / RNZ WorkSafe has taken enforcement action against a Christchurch childcare centre where at least five children suffered chemical burns earlier this month. Five children and two adults were taken to hospital after a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Nate McKinnon Residents in a South Taranaki settlement are being prepared to be evacuated due to a large vegetation fire. Firefighters are battling the large vegetation fire at Waiinu Beach in South Taranaki. The fire was reported shortly after 2pm. A Fire and Emergency spokesperson says police are preparing … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Canterbury moves into a restricted fire season at midnight. This means anyone wanting to light an outdoor fire will have to apply for a permit authorised by Fire and Emergency. Fire and Emergency district commander Dave Stackhouse said forecast warm and windy weather would increase the fire danger in the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Services sector PSI slips to 46.9, worst reading since May Sales, employment, deliveries fall, new orders move sideways Proportion of negative comments falls for fourth consecutive month Retail only bright spot Services sector activity slowed further in November to its worst level in six months, putting a dampener on prospects … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Acting Waikato District Commander Will Loughrin: Police have launched a critical incident investigation following a fatal crash in Waipā last night. Shortly before the crash at around 8.40pm, Police saw a black BMW travelling in excess of the speed limit on Arapuni Road. Police have turned around activating red … Read more
Source: Worksafe New Zealand In the New Year, WorkSafe New Zealand is kicking off a nationwide initiative to strengthen health and safety practices in the manufacturing sector. From January to March 2026, our Inspectorate will conduct proactive assessments across the country with a focus on the wood product manufacturing subsector. These visits aim to help … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Drug-impaired drivers should expect consequences, with roadside drug testing starting today in the Wellington District before rolling out across the country, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say. “The rollout of roadside drug testing delivers on a key commitment to crack down on dangerous driving that puts innocent … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The bodies of two climbers were recovered from the north buttress of Sabre Peak in Fiordland National Park. Supplied / Police The bodies of two climbers that went missing in Fiordland National Park during the weekend have been recovered. Two other climbers are currently overdue on Aoraki Mt Cook. The search … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Lismore Forest fire in fire spread under tall trees by 2am on Monday 15 December 2025. Fire crews were working to stop it moving up into the trees. Fire and Emergency NZ A forestry fire burning near Whanganui still is not contained, as firefighting efforts continue into Monday afternoon. The … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 December 2025 – Premium gaming monitor brand Philips Evnia today announced its collaboration with Sonic Racing:CrossWorlds, unveiling the new Evnia 27M2N5501UK. The partnership merges ultra-fast refresh performance, stunning visuals, and advanced Nature-Eyecare Circular Polarization Technology with TUV certificates to deliver an immersive gaming … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Rotorua Area Investigations Manager, Senior Sergeant Mark Van Kempen: Police can now name the man who was found deceased in Rotorua on Friday. He was Nicholas Patrick Mitchell, aged 37, from Rotorua. Our thoughts are with his family and friends during this difficult time. He was found deceased in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police is releasing the name of a swimmer who died at Lake Wainamu last week. Shubham Kumar, 23, had gone swimming with friends on the evening of 8 December 2025. The Police National Dive Squad recovered Shubham’s body on 9 December. Police extend our condolences to his friends and family for … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 15 December 2025 – In media interviews this week, Governor Dr Anna Breman is speaking about New Zealand’s economic outlook and monetary policy settings, as outlined in the November Monetary Policy Statement (MPS). Although Dr Breman was not involved in the preparation of the November MPS, or its post-release … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 December 2025 – Nano Singapore, a Singapore-based health and wellness brand, is expanding its premium supplement range in Malaysia with the introduction of five flagship products. The expansion responds to rising consumer demand for scientifically formulated wellness solutions, as more Malaysians prioritise preventive … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 December 2025 – Media OutReach Newswire, Asia Pacific’s first global newswire, has expanded its press release distribution network in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), affirming its position as the leading global newswire for ASEAN, Southeast Asia, and the wider Asia Pacific region. After … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A protest against the plan for meat inspection privatisation took place outside Parliament. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone A proposal to partially privatise meat inspections will actually increase costs, reduce flexibility and create capability and equity challenges within the sector, according to a leaked report funded by the government’s meat inspection service. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is holding his post-Cabinet press conference, as Australia reels from the terrorist attack on Sydney. Earlier on Monday, Luxon said he had contacted Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to offer support and condolences after 16 people died – including a shooter – when a father and son … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is holding his post-Cabinet press conference, as Australia reels from the terrorist attack on Sydney. Earlier on Monday, Luxon said he had contacted Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to offer support and condolences after 16 people died – including a shooter – when a father and son … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Search teams are waiting for better weather conditions. FLORIAN BRILL Two climbers are overdue on Aoraki Mt Cook. Aoraki Area Commander Inspector Vicki Walker says there are strong winds and rain in the area. “Police Search and Rescue, and Department of Conservation Search and Rescue, are working together and will search … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police Search and Rescue have recovered the bodies of two people from the Fiordland National Park. Police were notified at around 7:40pm on Saturday 13 December that the pair were missing, when another climbing party activated a beacon after the pair failed to return from their intended route. One of the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has officially shut down contracted emergency housing in Rotorua, marking the end of a system that failed the city and its community, Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka says. “For years, Rotorua, an incredible centre famous worldwide for its landscapes, culture, history, and attractions, became an ongoing location for a … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say New Zealand Food Safety is inviting comments on the proposed changes to the Food Notice: Requirements for Registered Food Importers and Imported Food for Sale. This consultation mainly covers the proposed changes to the import requirements specified in the draft notice for the following high regulatory … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say Fisheries New Zealand is seeking feedback on proposed changes to sustainability measures for 2 rock lobster stocks as part of the April 2026 sustainability round. We invite feedback from tangata whenua, stakeholders, and the public on these proposed changes. Consultation opened on 15 December 2025 and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The scene outside ACG Parnell College. Kim Baker Wilson / RNZ A woman has been taken to hospital after a spill involving a “particularly nasty” chemical at an Auckland school. Firefighters cordoned off ACG Senior College Parnell in Auckland on Monday morning. Fire and Emergency NZ confirmed firefighters were working to … Read more