Black Caps v West Indies first test: Day one

Source: Radio New Zealand Kane Williamson. Chris Symes / www.photosport.nz It’s advantage West Indies after day one of the first test in Christchurch. The Black Caps stumbled to stumps at 231 for nine after a solid platform was laid at the top. Despite losing Devon Conway in the opening over for a duck, Tom Latham … Read more

Veterans ruling: Govt plans ‘could include a legislative response’

Source: Radio New Zealand Minister for Veterans Chris Penk says there is a lot of uncertainty about how many people might make a claim. NICK MONRO / RNZ The government has not ruled out legal action, after a court ruling made defence veterans eligible for billions of dollars in further support. The landmark High Court … Read more

Historic candlestick returns to St Paul’s church in Paihia, Northland

Source: Radio New Zealand St Paul’s Anglican Church priest Chris Williams with the returned candlestick, dedicated to his grandfather Percy Williams. RNZ / Peter de Graaf It once was lost, but now it’s found. The parishioners of St Paul’s Church in Paihia are celebrating the mysterious return of a historic stolen candlestick, but they would … Read more

Dairy owner stabbed in early morning robbery

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / REECE BAKER A 14-year-old boy has been arrested following an aggravated robbery of a Christchurch dairy. Three people robbed the store on Opawa Road about 6.40am, during which the owner was stabbed and seriously injured. The three fled in a car, taking the till and other items, according to … Read more

Serious crash, SH2, White Pine Bush Road, Taneatua

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash that has blocked State Highway 2 in Whakatane this evening. About 6.05pm, Police were called to White Pine Bush Road, where a car had crashed into a river. One person reportedly has serious injuries, and the highway is blocked between Foster … Read more

Awarua RSA president ‘gutted’ after thieves rip plaques from soldiers’ graves

Source: Radio New Zealand The spot where a plaque was stolen. Supplied / Invercargill City Council The boss of a Southland RSA is not pulling his punches, after thieves stole burial plaques off soldiers’ graves at an Invercargill cemetery. Police believe they were stolen from the St Johns Cemetery sometime between 28 October and 22 … Read more

Crash, Korere Tophouse Road, St Arnaud

Source: New Zealand Police One person is seriously injured following a crash that has blocked Korere Tophouse Road in the Tasman District today. About 5.55pm, a caravan rolled between Tophouse and Bullock roads. A second person suffered minor injuries.  The road is likely to remain closed for some time and motorists should expect delays. ENDS … Read more

Teenager arrested after store worker stabbed

Source: New Zealand Police Christchurch Police have arrested a 14-year-old after the aggravated robbery of an Opawa Road convenience store earlier today. The convenience store was robbed by three offenders about 6.40am on Tuesday 2 December. During the incident, the store owner was stabbed, causing serious injuries to him. The offenders fled in a vehicle, … Read more

Scrutiny Week: Top cops field questions in Parliament

Source: Radio New Zealand Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and other top cops appear before a Select Committee as part of Parliament’s Scrutiny Week. RNZ / Anneke Smith The top figures in the police are appearing before a Select Committee as part of Parliament’s Scrutiny Week. Commissioner Richard Chambers, along with the deputy commissioners, assistant commissioners, … Read more

Vocational Education Minister reveals first polytech council appointments post-Te Pūkenga

Source: Radio New Zealand Penny Simmonds said there were three or four ministerial appointments for each council and they took effect immediately. RNZ / Mark Papalii Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds has announced her appointees to the governing councils of the first 10 polytechnics to leave super-institute Te Pūkenga and return to stand-alone status. The … Read more

Rotten lunches remained at school without refrigeration for three days – NZ Food Safety

Source: Radio New Zealand A Christchurch principal is disputing that the mouldy meals served to students yesterday had been left at the school from the previous week. The Food Safety Authority says it’s more than likely that some lunches provided by Compass Group to Haeata Community Campus last Thursday remained at the school and weren’t … Read more

Tom Phillips injunction hearing concludes at Hamilton High Court

Source: Radio New Zealand Phillips died after a shootout with police in the early hours of 8 September. Supplied/NZ Police A hearing challenging extensive court orders that prevent media from publishing certain details related to the Tom Phillips investigation has concluded. Phillips died after a shootout with police in the early hours of 8 September. … Read more

HKU TEC Leads 30 Startups to Partake in HKTDC Entrepreneur Day 2025

Source: Media Outreach Showcasing Tech Innovation Businesses that Address Healthcare, Industrial Production and Environmental Pain Points HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 December 2025 – The University of Hong Kong Techno-Entrepreneurship Core (HKU TEC) will organise 30 developing startups to participate in the HKTDC Entrepreneur Day, an entrepreneurial event to be held … Read more

ICONSIAM to Host “Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026” Showcasing Thailand as One of the World’s Top Countdown Destinations

Source: Media Outreach Featuring World-Class Artist Mark Tuan, Top Thai Artists, and a Spectacular 4D Sky Show Along the Chao Phraya River BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 December 2025 – ICONSIAM, the global landmark on the Chao Phraya River, will host the “Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026”, a five-day festival from 27–31 December … Read more

SCG Partners with Rondo Energy To Launch ‘Southeast Asia’s First Industrial Heat Battery’, Unlocking 24-Hour Clean Energy Storage for Industry

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 December 2025 – SCG, through its subsidiarySCG Cleanergy, has joined hands with Rondo Energy, a leading U.S. developer of industrial heat battery technology, to launch Southeast Asia’s first industrial heat battery at SCG’s cement plant in Saraburi Province. This breakthrough innovation enables continuous 24-hour … Read more

Ren Li, Founder of Letright Industrial Corporation, Honored as “Entrepreneur of the Year” at ACES Awards 2025 in Bali

Source: Media Outreach BALI, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 December 2025 – Ren Li, Founder of Letright Industrial Corporation, has been named “Entrepreneur of the Year” at the Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability (ACES) Awards 2025, held from 27–28 November at the InterContinental Bali Resort. Ren Li, Founder and Chairman of Letright Industrial … Read more

Ascott Launches Asia’s First Chelsea-Themed Hotel Suites During The Famous CFC Jakarta, Unveiled by Club Legend Gary Cahill

Source: Media Outreach The launch was part of The Famous CFC Jakarta presented by Ascott, attracting over 400 fans and Ascott Star Rewards members for exclusive experiences, from meeting Gary Cahill to attending a live Chelsea vs Arsenal watch party London/Jakarta/Singapore – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 December 2025 – The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the … Read more

Former Covid-19 response lead Alister Thorby stole $1.8m DHB funding during pandemic

Source: Radio New Zealand Alister Thorby was jailed for two years and eight months after defrauding $1.8 million of Covid-19-response money. RNZ / Jimmy Ellingham Man who defrauded $1.8 million of Covid-response funding jailed Fraudster says he wants to serve community as a priest First, he’ll serve two years and eight months behind bars Judge … Read more

New weapon in war against invasive yellow-legged hornet

Source: Radio New Zealand The new tech includes a small tracking device with a small antenna on it, which can go onto the male hornet. File photo. Biosecurity NZ Advanced tracking technology from the Netherlands to trace hornets back to their nests is set to be introduced by Biosecurity New Zealand in the next phase … Read more

New Year lane closure on Cambridge Road part of major intersection upgrade works

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency January will mark a significant milestone for the Tauriko Enabling Works project, as crews undertake an intensive programme of works to progress the State Highway 29 (SH29)/Cambridge Road intersection upgrade. While many locals enjoy their summer holidays, the team will take advantage of reduced traffic volumes and the absence of … Read more

Warrant to arrest: Robin Martin

Source: New Zealand Police Police are working to locate Robin Dion Leslie Martin, who has a warrant for his arrest and is wanted by Police. Robin, 52, is wanted in relation to a number of dishonestly offences and is known to frequent the wider Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions. It’s believed he is … Read more

Watch live: Top cops field questions in Parliament

Source: Radio New Zealand The top figures in the police are appearing before a Select Committee as part of Parliament’s Scrutiny Week. Commissioner Richard Chambers, along with the deputy commissioners, assistant commissioners, and figures like police’s chief people officer and chief financial officer are all appearing before the Justice Committee to answer questions about Police’s … Read more

Govt needs to buy carbon credits or come clean on emissions commitment – opposition

Source: Radio New Zealand Green Party climate change spokesperson Chlöe Swarbrick told RNZ it was “wishful thinking” that New Zealand could remain committed to Paris without buying carbon credits. RNZ / Mark Papalii There is no way New Zealand can honour the Paris Agreement without buying offshore credits and the government needs to be upfront … Read more

Unlocking Growth Through Investment

Source: New Zealand Government Good afternoon, I am pleased to be among so many of New Zealand’s business leaders – people who are driving innovation, creating jobs, and shaping the future of our economy. Can I acknowledge Simon Bridges, Chief Executive of the Auckland Business Chamber and Rob Morrison, Chair of InvestNZ. As the Minister … Read more

Investment agency focus set to seek growth & opportunity

Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay has today set the scope of the country’s investment agency, Invest New Zealand, announcing strategic growth areas and launching three investment prospectuses. “New Zealand has underachieved in attracting foreign investment, and this dedicated agency is key to us achieving more. More capital means stronger business, … Read more

New board appointed for Invest New Zealand

Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay today announced inaugural board appointments for Invest New Zealand, the country’s newly established investment promotion agency. “Invest New Zealand will be key to attracting high-quality foreign investment that drives innovation, economic growth, and creates jobs. This board brings deep domestic and international sector knowledge, governance … Read more

ASB refuses to divest, so Amnesty International is switching banks – Amnesty International Statement

Source: Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand has announced it is moving its banking from ASB, in light of the bank’s ongoing investments in Motorola Solutions Inc. This is part of a campaign calling on ASB to divest from Motorola Solutions Inc. due to its complicity in maintaining and enabling illegal Israeli … Read more