Missing swimmer located at Lake Wainamu

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm the body of a missing swimmer at Lake Wainamu has been located. The Police National Dive Squad had been deployed at the lake near Bethells Beach today as part of the search effort. An initial response began on Monday night, coordinated by the Police Maritime Unit, after 6pm. … Read more

PAObank Partners with Citi to Bring New Currency Exchange Service to Retail Customers in Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach By using Citi’s proprietary Digital FX solution, PAObank can deliver real-time, 24/7 FX service across HKD, USD and RMB via the PAObank Mobile Banking APP HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 December 2025 – Citi and PAO Bank Limited (“PAObank”) have partnered to enable PAObank to introduce a new … Read more

Vingroup signs MoU with the state of Telangana, laying the foundation for its multi-sector ecosystem in India

Source: Media Outreach HYDERABAD, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 December 2025 – Vingroup announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Telangana at the Telangana Rising Global Summit for a proposed investment of USD 3 billion, to be implemented in a phased manner for developing a multi-sector ecosystem … Read more

More arrests after man stabbed in Auckland’s Mt Wellington

Source: Radio New Zealand Police previously said the injured man was in an “altercation” with people in a car before he was stabbed. RNZ / Felix Walton Police have made two more arrests after a man was stabbed in Auckland’s Mount Wellington. A homicide investigation was launched on Friday afternoon after a man, whose identity … Read more

Tairua Road blocked, Hikuai

Source: New Zealand Police Tairua Road is blocked between McBeth and Staircase Roads, due to a crash near the bridge. Police were called about 2.50pm to a report of a single vehicle crash. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported. Both lanes on the road are expected to remain blocked for some time while emergency services … Read more

Northbound lane blocked, SH1, Ohinewai

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1, on the Waikato Expressway, has a northbound lane blocked, between the Gordonton Road on-ramp and the Tahuna Road off-ramp, due to a crash. Police were called about 3.15pm with a report of the two-vehicle crash. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported. One lane is expected to remain blocked … Read more

2:1 Support For Ban On Puberty Blockers

Source: Family First MEDIA RELEASE – 9 December 2025 A new poll has found more than 2:1 support for the ban on puberty blockers announced recently by the Government, with only 23% opposing the ban. In the poll commissioned by Family First NZ and undertaken independently by Curia Market Research in the first week of … Read more

Man arrested over alleged fatal bus stabbing, assault in Auckland

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Marika Khabazi A man has been arrested over a fatal bus stabbing in Auckland’s Glenn Innes on Monday night. Two separate investigations were launched after a 59-year-old was stabbed on a bus travelling from Glenn Innes towards Ōrakei in East Auckland. Another man, 51, was seriously injured after boarding … Read more

Five people linked to Headhunters arrested over arson, ram raids in Auckland’s Ōrewa

Source: Radio New Zealand Damage done to the Sunflour cafe in Orewa. Sunflour / supplied Five people linked to the Headhunters have been arrested over the arson and ram raids of businesses in a small seaside village north of Auckland. Police executed a series of search warrants across the region as part an investigation into … Read more

Auckland’s trains to shut down for almost a month next year

Source: Radio New Zealand Auckland’s trains will be shutting down for most of the first month of next year. Dan Satherley / RNZ Auckland’s trains will be shutting down for most of the first month of next year. In a joint statement, Auckland Transport and Kiwi Rail said commuters could expect more rail network closures … Read more

Akaroa King Salmon products recalled due to possible Listeria

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries New Zealand Food Safety is supporting Ahi Mokopuna Limited Partnership in its recall of specific Akaroa King Salmon mānuka cold-smoked products due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The Akaroa King Salmon products affected by this recall are: Mānuka Cold Smoked Slices (100g): Use By 29 Dec 25, … Read more

The Autumn Economic Forum 2025: Vietnam affirms its leading role in the region, driving global investment into the pillars of green and digital transformation

Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 December 2025 – The Autumn Economic Forum 2025 took place from 25 to 27 November 2025. The event was organized under the direct guidance of the Prime Minister, chaired by the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City, and hosted by … Read more

Five things you need to know about the RMA replacements

Source: Radio New Zealand RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The government unveiled its proposed replacement bills for the Resource Management Act on Tuesday afternoon, totalling about 750 pages. Here’s five key details: Two new laws, in effect by 2029 Two new laws will replace the Resource Management Act. The Planning Bill … Read more

Parliament interrupted by protest demanding sanctions on Israel

Source: Radio New Zealand File photo. RNZ / Dom Thomas Parliament has been briefly interrupted following a protest from the public gallery, calling on the government to sanction Israel. The leaflet dropped during a protest at Parliament as Question Time was beginning. Supplied Question Time was just beginning as the call “free Palestine” rang out … Read more

Full-time carers’ appeal for employee status upheld by Supreme Court

Source: Radio New Zealand Peter Humphreys (left) with his daughter Sian, and Christine Fleming (right) with her son Justin Coote. NZ Herald / Sylvie Whinray The Supreme Court has ruled two parents who care full-time for their disabled children are, in fact, employees of the government, and should receive the same benefits and protections. Under … Read more

170 Billion RMB Ignites the Future in Shenzhen This November. The 27th China Hi-Tech Fair Concludes Successfully

Source: Media Outreach SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 December 2025 – On November 16, the 27th China Hi-Tech Fair (CHTF) successfully concluded at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. Over the course of three days, the event attracted more than 450,000 professional attendees from over 120 countries and regions—a year-on-year increase … Read more

East Auckland homicide: Police make arrest, court appearance tomorrow

Source: New Zealand Police Police have taken a man into custody in the ongoing homicide investigation in east Auckland. Investigators have rapidly progressed the investigation overnight and into today, resulting in an arrest in central Auckland this afternoon. Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin, of Auckland CIB, says a 36-year-old man is now in Police custody “Information … Read more

Mt Wellington homicide: Police make further arrests in ongoing investigation

Source: New Zealand Police Two further arrests have been made in Operation Hawkin, the ongoing homicide investigation in Mt Wellington. The investigation has been underway since the afternoon of 5 December. Detective Inspector Scott Beard, of Auckland City CIB, says four arrests have now been made in the investigation to date. Yesterday evening, Police were … Read more

Malaysia’s Day 1 Winners Bring Heart, Vision, and Progress to ACES Awards 2025

Source: Media Outreach BALI, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 December 2025 – Malaysia opened the ACES Awards 2025 with a powerful showcase of organisations that are redefining leadership across sustainability, healthcare, infrastructure, finance, and digital innovation. The nation’s Day One winners stood as living proof that progress is most meaningful when it is … Read more

Cricket: Test captain Tom Latham joins chorus of support for NZ T20 franchise league

Source: Radio New Zealand Tom Latham photosport Black Caps’ Test captain Tom Latham says a proposed T20 franchise league in New Zealand is a great initiative and would boost the standard of cricket in Aotearoa. The Black Caps are preparing to face the West Indies in the second Test at Wellington’s Basin Reserve, starting on … Read more

China NZ Relations – China Chamber of Commerce in New Zealand Hosts “Vision 2026” Gala, Strengthening Economic Ties

Source: China Chamber of Commerce in New Zealand (CCCNZ) The China Chamber of Commerce in New Zealand (CCCNZ) successfully hosted its annual “Vision 2026” gala in Auckland, bringing together over 300 distinguished guests from the governments and business communities of both New Zealand and China. The event, one of the most significant gatherings for Sino-NZ … Read more

Employment Law – PSA welcomes significant Supreme Court win for family carers

Source: PSA The Supreme Court decision to recognise two parent carers of disabled adults as employees is a significant and important win for family members looking after loved ones who need full time care the, PSA says. A Supreme Court decision today found that two parents caring for adults – Peter Humphreys who cares for his adult … Read more

Employment Law – Statement of Peter Humphreys on Today’s Supreme Court Decision

Source: PSA Today’s Supreme Court decision means a great deal to me and my whānau. The care I provide for my daughter is not only an act of love, but it is also skilled, demanding work that deserves to be recognised and fairly rewarded. This work goes beyond love alone. It involves dedication, knowledge and responsibility that meets … Read more

Legislation – A blueprint for more pollution and environmental harm – Greenpeace reaction to new Resource Management bills

Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace says the Government’s rewrite of New Zealand’s core environmental laws includes an outrageous new idea, whereby companies will be able to claim financial compensation when councils introduce rules to limit pollution or protect the environment. The proposal, called “regulatory takings” was announced as part of the Government’s plan to replace the Resource Management … Read more

Climate – Warmest spring and November on record – Earth Sciences

Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Seasonal Climate Summaries for spring and November Highlights: –  The nationwide average temperature for spring was 13.5°C. This was 1.3°C above the 1991-2020 spring average – The nationwide average temperature for November was 15.9°C. This is 2.2°C above the 1991-2020 November average – A Sudden Stratospheric Warming in September led to extremely active … Read more

Legislation – Fewer Consents, Faster Approvals: Property Council Supports Major Planning Reforms

Source: Property Council New Zealand Property Council New Zealand has welcomed the Government’s announcement of an accelerated resource management reform programme, describing the direction of travel as “very positive” for development, investment, and economic productivity. Chief Executive Leonie Freeman says the introduction of two new Bills before the end of 2025 represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity … Read more

First Responders – Tongariro fire update #6

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire crews have made good progress in containing the fire in the Tongariro National Park. Thirty firefighters on the ground have been blacking out a 15m containment line along the southern flank of the fire today, while two helicopters are working from the air. The fire is now 80 percent … Read more