Matrix AI launches specialist AI advisory and training service for engineering, infrastructure and construction

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Source: Press Release Service Headline: Matrix AI launches specialist AI advisory and training service for engineering, infrastructure and construction New Zealand AI advisory firm Matrix AI Consulting has launched a specialist AI advisory and workforce training service for engineering, infrastructure and construction organisations, helping businesses adopt tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT and other generative…

Name release: fatal crash, Lytton Road, Gisborne

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can now confirm the name of the person who died following a crash involving a car and cyclist on Lytton Road in Gisborne on 5 September.  He was Terrance Donovan, 85, of Gisborne. Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this incredibly hard time. Enquiries into the circumstances surrounding…

Wills Month — generosity across generations

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Source: New Zealand Government Wills Month highlights how Kiwis can leave a charitable legacy for the next generation, Community and Voluntary Sector Minister Louise Upston says. “Between now and 2050, New Zealand is expected to experience the largest intergenerational transfer of wealth in its history. Inheritances are estimated to total $1.6 trillion.  “As wealth passes…

iFAST Hong Kong and J.P. Morgan Asset Management Partner to Expand Discretionary Portfolio Solutions for Wealth Advisers

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 September 2026 – iFAST Financial (HK) Ltd (“iFAST Hong Kong”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of iFAST Corporation Ltd, today announced an expansion of its Discretionary Portfolio Management Solutions (DPMS) lineup in Hong Kong with the launch of two new portfolios powered by J.P. Morgan … Read more

Telehealth review highlights urgent need to strengthen crisis support

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Source: Te Hiringa Mahara – Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Te Hiringa Mahara welcomes the findings and Government response to the independent review of mental health and addiction telehealth services. “Telehealth services are an essential part of the full continuum of services that support young people and adults so we are pleased to see such … Read more

First fledgling toroa fly from Pukekura/Tairaoa Head

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  08 September 2026 The Department of Conservation has confirmed the first toroa chicks fledged last week and over the weekend. Āwheo, the chick who features on the 24-hour livestream set up at the breeding colony, has also flown away, possibly taking advantage of the strong winds buffeting Pukekura. Last season…

Name release: fatal crash, Rakaia Highway

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can now confirm the name of the person who died following a serious crash on Rakaia Highway north of Ashburton on 7 September. He was Bradley Larter, 28, of Ashburton. Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash are ongoing.…

Fatal crash: SH1, Wellsford

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Wellsford on 4 September. The three-vehicle crash occurred on State Highway 1, near River Road, at about 2pm. One person was critically injured and sadly died in hospital this morning as a result of their injuries. The Serious Crash Unit…

New Research Reveals How Asia’s Wealthiest Families Give

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Source: Media Outreach Global research explores how newer wealth, continued business ownership, and family stewardship influence philanthropic practices among Asia’s wealthiest families Roughly 94 percent of Asia‘s wealthiest families are first- or second-generation wealth holders Approximately 95 percent of Asia’s wealthiest families retain control of the businesses that generated their wealth SINGAPORE – Media OutReach … Read more

New Zealand continues its support to Ukraine

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government has renewed the deployment of New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) personnel in support of Ukraine’s self-defence, Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Paul Goldsmith say. “New Zealand’s condemnation of Russia’s aggression and of the atrocities committed in Ukraine remains undiminished. We are fully committed to supporting the people of…

Transporting New Zealand challenges all political parties to back freight and productivity

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Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Transporting New Zealand today launched its Election Platform 2026 in Wellington, calling on all political parties to back practical transport policies to improve supply chain resilience and support economic growth. The platform identifies five priority areas for action: fuel and supply chain resilience, infrastructure, safer roads, workforce development, … Read more

RBNZ approves entry of first non-bank member to Exchange Settlement Account System (ESAS)

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Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua 8 September 2026 The Reserve Bank of New Zealand – Te Pūtea Matua has approved entry of the first non-bank member to the Exchange Settlement Account System (ESAS). This follows the completion of the ESAS Access Review which was conducted to assess whether the 30-year … Read more

CPAG calls for answers after MSD tells thousands food is not an essential need

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Source: Child Poverty Action Group Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) says new revelations by 1News that the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) declined thousands of applications for food support on the basis that food was “not an essential need” are outrageous. Data obtained by 1News reporter Thomas Mead show more than 8,000 applications for Special … Read more

Serious crash, South Head

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Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to a serious crash in South Head this afternoon. Police were called to the crash involving two vehicles at the intersection of South Head Road and Evans Road at about 12.20pm. Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries.  South Head Road has been closed while emergency services…

Government funds more classrooms for growing schools

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Source: New Zealand Government Staff and students at ten schools with significant roll growth pressure will benefit from 34 additional classrooms and a new gym, Education Minister Erica Stanford says.  The $32.8 million investment has been made possible through savings in the school property portfolio. Since July 2024, more efficient planning, prioritisation and delivery has…

Telehealth review released with new initiatives

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Source: New Zealand Government An independent review into mental health and addiction telehealth services has been released today, alongside new initiatives that respond directly to its findings, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey has announced. “We are acting swiftly to implement the findings of the review, accepting all recommendations. Today I am announcing further immediate actions…

MIHAS Knowledge Hub Expands into Year-Round Platform to Power Export Growth in Global Halal Markets

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 September 2026 – To accelerate the global competitiveness of Malaysian exporters, the MIHAS Knowledge Hub has evolved into a year-round trade intelligence platform since 2021. Moving beyond the traditional four-day exhibition framework, the initiative introduces AI-driven content curation, year-long digital programming, and modern … Read more

New Zealand and Japan strengthen emergency management cooperation

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Source: New Zealand Government With the growing impacts of disasters globally, it is critical that countries work together to reduce risk, strengthen preparedness, and support more resilient communities. This Memorandum of Cooperation reflects our shared commitment to learning from one another and improving how we prepare for, respond to, and recover from future events,” Minister…

Advocacy – Anti-Palestine violence surging in New Zealand – PSNA

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Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa 8 September 2026 A spate of tyre slashing and other attacks by Israeli supporters is concerning PSNA. The most recent pro-Israel vandalism is in Christchurch and Wellington alongside a violent attack on a supporter in Auckland. In Christchurch, a prominent Palestine supporter had a car tyre slashed in his driveway. … Read more

Update 3: Officer injured by fleeing vehicle in Palmerston North

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Superintendent Dion Bennett, Central District Commander: I have an update to share on our injured colleague, after visiting the family yesterday. He remains in the neurology ward at Wellington Hospital, where he is surrounded by his family and in the care of medical staff. He sustained a traumatic head…

Update: Serious incident, High Street, Rotorua

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Bay of Plenty Acting District Commander Inspector Logan Marsh A homicide investigation has been launched following the deaths of three people at a house in Glenholme, Rotorua overnight.  Emergency services were called to the High Street address shortly before 10.30pm. On arrival, a woman was located with life-threatening injuries,…

Greenpeace – 30+ organisations to march against Conservation Amendment Bill

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Source: Greenpeace More than 30 organisations have united behind the upcoming March for Nature in Auckland, where thousands are expected to take to Queen Street in opposition to the Government’s plans to open up public conservation land to commercial exploitation. The organisations backing the march span unions, environmental charities, scientific societies, ratepayer associations and outdoor … Read more

Education – Whitireia and WelTec ākonga earn 17 finalist nominations at New Zealand Hair Awards

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Source: Whitireia and WelTec Five Whitireia and WelTec ākonga have secured an impressive 17 finalist nominations at the 2026 New Zealand Hair Awards, highlighting the calibre of emerging talent coming through the institute’s barbering and hairdressing programmes. Leading the nominations is Manaia Seligman, who has earned six finalist places across the Editorial Barber of the … Read more

Health Sector – Overworked, understaffed Gisborne ED staff strike

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Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Health and safety concerns arising from unsafe staffing levels have forced nurses at Gisborne Hospital’s emergency department (ED) to go on strike. Around 34 Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa NZNO members will down tools for an hour from 2.30pm to 3.30pm on Wednesday (9 September). NZNO delegate and ED nurse … Read more

Fatal crash, Avondale

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Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Avondale on 2 September. The crash, involving a vehicle and a cyclist, occurred on Rosebank Road at about 3.50pm. One person was critically injured and sadly died in hospital on Saturday as a result of their injuries. The Serious Crash…

Business as unusual: Business looks through uncertainty as Canterbury confidence rebounds

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Source: Business Canterbury Canterbury businesses are entering the final quarter of 2026 with confidence, strong investment intentions and growing capacity to back future growth, according to Business Canterbury’s latest Quarterly Canterbury Business Survey released today. The survey shows 72 percent of businesses expect the Canterbury economy to be stronger over the next 12 months, up … Read more

Northland tsunami siren testing set for start of daylight saving

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Source: Northland Regional Council Northland’s six-monthly outdoor tsunami siren test will take place at 10 am on Sunday, 27 September, marking the start of daylight saving. The network of more than 90 outdoor sirens in coastal communities across Taitokerau is tested twice annually to ensure it remains ready to alert communities in the event of … Read more