Black robin recovery gains momentum

Source: NZ Department of Conservation The future is looking brighter for the Karure/Kakaruia/Chatham Islands black robin, with ongoing monitoring and research showing encouraging signs of recovery across the species’ range while also helping guide future conservation decisions. Karure/Kakaruia/Chatham Islands black robin. 📷: Leon Everett. Translocation helping turn around Mangere population In 2022, ten female black…

Government backs Taranaki economy, jobs

Source: New Zealand Government An industry-led initiative to help Taranaki firms pursue large-scale procurement opportunities has been accelerated by a Regional Infrastructure Fund grant of $3 million, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones says. The Taranaki Alliance aims to help local companies secure more than $100m in contracts over its first three years, supporting the retention…

Serious incident, Glenholme, Rotorua

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Bay of Plenty Acting District Commander Inspector Logan Marsh Police have responded to a serious incident in Rotorua overnight and will continue to have a visible presence in the area today.  Emergency services were called to a Glenholme address at about 10.30pm. The community can expect a visible Police…

AlarmSystemStore.com Earns Alarm.com Silver Premier Partner Recognition for Third Consecutive Year

Source: Media Outreach More than 25 years after its founding, AlarmSystemStore.com continues to earn industry recognition, receiving Alarm.com’s Silver Premier Partner designation for the third consecutive year. INDIANA, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – AlarmSystemStore.com, a security solutions provider founded in Columbus, Indiana, in 1997, has been recognized as an Alarm.com … Read more

HUAWEI Mate XT 2 | ULTIMATE DESIGN Debuts as the First Smartphone to Feature LogicFolding Tau (τ) Chip and Reach Mass Commercialization

Source: Media Outreach    GUANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – On September 7, Huawei officially unveiled the latest addition to its tri-fold lineup, the HUAWEI Mate XT 2 | ULTIMATE DESIGN. As the first smartphone to feature the LogicFolding Tau (τ) Chip, HUAWEI Mate XT 2 | ULTIMATE DESIGN marks … Read more

CUHK holds Flag-raising and Inauguration Ceremonies to commence the 2026/27 academic year

Source: Media Outreach Student Flag-guard Team debuts new signature uniforms, embodying vigour and a sense of mission HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) today (7 September) commenced the 2026/27 academic year with a solemn Flag-raising Ceremony this morning, with the CUHK Flag-guard … Read more

Dusit Princess Ipoh to open on 1 October, inviting travellers to discover one of Malaysia’s most distinctive destinations

Source: Media Outreach The 268-room hotel – Dusit’s third branded property in Malaysia – will provide a convenient, centrally located base for exploring Ipoh’s heritage streets, food traditions, and dramatic limestone landscapes BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of … Read more

Āria death referred to Coroner

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Area Investigations Manager, Detective Senior Sergeant Ian Foster: Police have referred the death of a person, found deceased in a fire-damaged car at Āria, Waitomo, to the Coroner.  Fire and Emergency New Zealand were alerted to a car on fire on Mokauiti Road about 6am on Sunday 16 August.…

Serious crash: SH10, Kaeo

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are in attendance at a two-vehicle crash on SH10, Kaeo. The crash was reported to Police at 4.20pm. Two people have been transported to hospital: one is in a critical condition, and the other is in a serious condition. Diversions are in place via Matauri Bay Road to Whangaroa,…

Defying the Market with Over 50% Growth | A-Share Listed Building Materials Giant HUAFULI Enters Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach With 30 Years of Industry Dedication, A-Share Listed Enterprise Huali Shares Achieves Over 50% Growth Against Market Trends HUAFULI Makes Its First Foray into Hong Kong with the Grand Opening of the 2,800 sq. ft. “HUAFULI Hong Kong Home Art Gallery” Executive President Xie Zhikun Reveals Deep Ties with Hong Kong; Hong … Read more

Singapore’s Minré Partners Korean Beauty Innovators to Bring Next-Generation Micro PDRN Technology to Singapore

Source: Media Outreach Homegrown biotechnology skincare company partners Xenohelix and UMECO Group to combine micro PDRN innovation with advanced Korean beauty delivery technology SINGAPORE– Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – Singapore biotechnology skincare company Minré is partnering with South Korean innovators Xenohelix Co., Ltd. and UMECO Group to develop next-generation skincare combining biotechnology … Read more

Discover Taiwan’s Wangye Culture: 2026 Kunshen Wangye’s Salt for Peace Festival Invites the World to Celebrate “Peace Without Borders”

Source: Media Outreach TAINAN, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 September 2026 – The 2026 Kunshen Wangye’s Salt for Peace Festival, one of Taiwan’s major celebrations of Wangye folk religion, will take place on November 7 and 8 at Nankunshen Daitian Temple in Beimen District, Tainan, co-organized by the Southwest Coast National Scenic Area … Read more

An unexpected visitor: leopard seal at Petone Beach

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  07 September 2026 The animal, a roughly 3-metre-long female, was first reported on Friday night, basking in an area popular with local dog walkers. DOC promptly set up a cordon, advising people to enjoy from afar. It is not uncommon for leopard seals or other marine mammals to pop up…

More visitors set to discover regional New Zealand

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing six initiatives to attract more international visitors into regional New Zealand and support tourism growth across the country, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “Tourism and hospitality supports jobs, businesses and local economies, and this $5 million investment will help ensure more regions share in that…

Appointments – Guardians NZ Superannuation appoints Sam Brodie as Head of Strategic Tilting

Source: Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation 7 September 2026 The Guardians of NZ Superannuation, manager of the $95 billion NZ Super Fund, has appointed Sam Brodie to the role of Head of Strategic Tilting. Mr Brodie has been with the Guardians for more than 13 years, working across both its Risk and Investment teams. Since … Read more

Come and help the RNZRSA send a little piece of home to New Zealanders serving overseas this Christmas

Source: Royal New Zealand RSA 7 September 2026 Imagine it’s Christmas Day. You’re thousands of kilometres from home, away from your family and friends, doing a job that can be demanding, uncertain and, at times, dangerous. For New Zealand Defence Force personnel serving overseas, that can be the reality of Christmas. That’s why, for 86 … Read more

Wellington City Council job cuts a short-sighted hit to the capital – PSA

Source: Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi Wellington City Council’s decision today to cut 47 jobs across three departments is a short-sighted waste of worker talent and institutional knowledge, the union for council workers – the PSA – says. Staff in the Planning and Development, Property and Capital Projects, and Economic Engagement & … Read more

Crash, Waikato Expressway, SH1, Newstead

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a crash that has blocked southbound lanes of the Waikato Expressway at Newstead. The crash was reported about 3.20pm, after a vehicle collided with a barrier near the Ruakura Road on-ramp.  One person, the driver of the vehicle, reportedly received minor injuries.  Motorists are…

Beloved EIT nurse educator honoured with annual $10,000 nursing scholarship

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 13 minutes ago (Left to Right) Acting Head of School of Nursing Katie Rongonui and nursing student, Kya Joe On Thursday at the opening of EIT’s new Te Kahikatea Clinical Nursing Suite, CEO Lucy Laitinen announced a new scholarship in honour of former nursing lecturer Maxine Mae Anderson. Maxine had…

Equinox IT appoints Victoria MacLennan as independent director

Source: Press Release Service Headline: Equinox IT appoints Victoria MacLennan as independent director Equinox IT has welcomed Victoria MacLennan, a well-respected New Zealand technology leader, to its Board as an independent director, strengthening its governance as the company expands its artificial intelligence, cloud and digital services. The post Equinox IT appoints Victoria MacLennan as independent…

New diplomatic appointments announced

Source: New Zealand Government Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced five new diplomatic appointments:  Tāne Waetford, Ambassador to Colombia Melanie Roberts, High Commissioner to Niue Dr. Jon Johansson, Ambassador to Sweden Stephen Wong, Ambassador to Timor-Leste Brad Burgess, Ambassador to United Arab Emirates

Appeal for information following New Plymouth assault

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Acting Sergeant Mark Stevenson: Police investigating an assault in New Plymouth last month are seeking the public’s assistance. On Monday 31 August, Police were notified of an assault that had occurred the day before on Elliot Street, near the Pendarves Street intersection, New Plymouth. As part of our enquiries,…

Tairāwhiti nurses host Community Healthcare Election Forum

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Ahead of the Gisborne Hospital emergency department nurses’ strike on Wednesday, the region’s health workers have freed up their time to share their experiences, concerns, and potential solutions to the health crisis. Health care workers across Tairāwhiti come together at the House of Breakthrough Church tomorrow (Tuesday) to talk about … Read more