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Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a single-vehicle crash on Kauri Road, between Waikato and Peach Roads. Police were called about 3.40pm. One person has suffered serious injuries. Motorists are asked to expect delays and avoid the area where possible. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre
Source: Media Outreach Refreshed five-year Encompass roadmap highlights accelerated fleet decarbonisation and proactive talent integration as key competitive advantages HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 June 2026 – The Caravel Group, a diversified global conglomerate with core businesses in maritime services, commodity trading and investment management, today released its fifth annual Responsibility … Read more
Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 17 Jun 2026 Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) has begun construction on three new stopbanks designed to contain flows to the south branch of the Rangitata River during floods. The south branch is a natural flood pathway for the Rangitata River and is expected to take the overflow during…
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 June 2026 – In conjunction with National Low-Carbon Day, Asia Symbol has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, marking the ninth consecutive year that the company has released a comprehensive account of its sustainability performance and progress. The report has been prepared in accordance with the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government New changes are halving the amount of time councils can take to issue Project Information Memorandums (PIMs), allowing building work to get underway more quickly, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk and Local Government Minister Simon Watts say. “Fixing the basics and building for the future for New Zealand means taking…
Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s ongoing focus and investment on getting Police back to basics and focused on frontline policing is yielding impressive results, with the new Taradale Police Station opening today, says Minister of Police Mark Mitchell. “In Budget 2024, the Government put $34.6 million of capital investment aside for frontline policing. That…
Source: New Zealand Government An $8 million investment in community programmes using sport and physical activity to reduce child and youth offending has been announced by Sport and Recreation Minister, Mark Mitchell. The Reducing Child and Youth Offending project is a Sport NZ initiative using physical activity and sport to support children and young people who…
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 June 2026 – As entrepreneurship continues to play an increasingly important role in economic growth and innovation, students considering entrepreneurial careers face important decisions about their educational pathways. Beyond acquiring academic qualifications, aspiring entrepreneurs require a combination of business knowledge, analytical capabilities, leadership skills and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a crash on Red Beach Road, Red Beach. Police were called at 12.26pm after a car impacted a building. One person has suffered serious injuries and is being treated at the scene. Enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances of the crash. Police are asking…
Source: Royal Australasian College of Surgeons The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons notes that four senior leaders of the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) have not been reappointed to further terms including the Chair, ENT surgeon Dr Rachelle Love. MCNZ plays a critical role in safeguarding patient safety and maintaining public trust through the … Read more
Source: Family First Not to be missed – the annual NZ Forum on the Family (also Family First’s 20th Anniversary!) is bringing together some exceptional international speakers (see below). This year we’ve also got a new format, with topical panel discussions (media, political, medical) and bonus sessions. The conference will be Friday evening 11th September…
Source: New Zealand Police Police have busted an offshore criminal cell operating across Auckland, allegedly producing and distributing methamphetamine. Known as Operation Haste, eight search warrants were executed across various locations in Auckland on Tuesday morning, including Avondale and Pakuranga, resulting in 11 people being arrested. Detectives from the National Organised Crime Group (NOCG) identified…
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Tourism businesses across Aotearoa New Zealand are working to become more sustainable, but a new study shows the process is complex and rarely straightforward. The research, based on in-depth interviews, data analysis and site visits with established tourism operators across the country, examines how businesses move from good intentions to … Read more
Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) 17 June 2026 – The non-confidential payout received this week follows negotiations after last year’s IPCA (Independent Police Conduct Authority) report finding that police use of pepper spray against Mr Minto at a protest on 6 February 2024 was “excessive use of force and therefore unjustified”. The … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 17 June 2026 Each year between May and September, young seals and males leave their breeding colonies to explore and rest, occasionally surprising humans by turning up in some very unexpected places. DOC Biodiversity Ranger Sarah-Lyn Wilson says the seals are generally perfectly fine doing their own thing. “So long…
Source: New Zealand Government More support is on the way for people experiencing homelessness, with the Government expanding outreach and support services to six new locations, and extending proven initiatives already underway in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and Christchurch, Housing Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka say. “Homelessness has been a problem in…
Source: Auckland Council There’s a spring in the step of the children who live in this freshly regenerated Auckland neighbourhood, fondly called ‘Old Papatoetoe.’ Their parents are smiling too. What gives Old Papatoetoe new vitality? Kids who live here and those who visit have an array of ways to play – a dedicated space for…
Source: New Zealand Police Detective Senior Sergeant Jo Carolan will hold a media stand-up this afternoon regarding missing Canterbury woman Rowena Walker. The stand-up will be held at Christchurch Central Police Station at 1pm today. Due to other commitments, this will be the only opportunity for media to speak to Detective Senior Sergeant Carolan today.…
Source: New Zealand Government Recovery works in the Waioweka Gorge on State Highway 2 (SH2) are ramping up with contracts now in place to help restore full operation of the state highway after weather events earlier this year, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “Following the severe weather events in January 2026, the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has worked hard to keep…
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 17 June 2026 Source: Office of the Minister of Conservation The investment from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL) will support the Department of Conservation to scale up its predator control work to protect native species facing increased threat from a major South Island beech mast. This year beech…
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 17 June 2026 Source: Office of the Minister of Conservation “Wasps are more than just a nuisance for visitors enjoying New Zealand’s fantastic outdoors – they have a major impact on native species and are also one of the most damaging insect pests in the country, costing our economy more than…
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Scott Wilson, Auckland City CIB: A man has been arrested following a death in Central Auckland last night. Emergency services were called to Wellesley Street East about 6.45pm after a report of a grievous assault involving people known to each other. A man was located…
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a two-vehicle crash on SH20, Māngere. Police were called to the crash between a car and a motorbike at about 6.50am. While there have been no significant injuries reported, both right hand Airport bound lanes were temporarily blocked causing significant traffic build up. Motorists…
Source: New Zealand Police Police are renewing an urgent appeal for information on the whereabouts of missing Canterbury woman Rowena Walker. Monday 15 June marked 10 months since Rowena went missing from a Burwood address in Christchurch. Detective Senior Sergeant Jo Carolan said that no digital footprint and no verified sightings of Rowena have been…
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Source: New Zealand Government Minister Brooke van Velden has asked the Department of Internal Affairs to look into whether there are better ways to fund Fire and Emergency New Zealand [FENZ] than the current insurance levy system. “95% of Fire and Emergency’s income is collected from levies on property insurance protecting against the risk of fire. The Fire Service levy was introduced in…