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Source: Radio New Zealand Former St Bede’s College Friar Rowan Donoghue outside the Christchurch District Court in January. Nathan McKinnon / RNZ A former priest who sexually abused four boys at St Bede’s College more than two decades ago has been jailed for seven years and eight months. It comes as his victims have told … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Kael Leona during his appearance in the High Court in Auckland on Wednesday. RNZ/FlinnBlackwell Kael Leona will spend at least 12 years behind bars for the murder of Bernice Louise Marychurch. Leona had pleaded guilty to her murder, as well as a separate strangulation. Justice Layne Harvey sentenced him to life … Read more
Source: Save the Children More than four children have been killed or injured every day on average in Lebanon in the first 25 days of a temporary ceasefire with families still unable to return to their homes, said Save the Children ahead of further peace talks this week. [1] New data from Lebanon’s Ministry of Health … Read more
Source: Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation (Guardians) The Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation (Guardians), manager of the $90 billion New Zealand Superannuation Fund (Super Fund), has confirmed it will not appeal a recent Judicial Review that found two of its policy documents were not formulated in accordance with the relevant statutory requirements. In a decision … Read more
Source: PSA The Prime Minister’s Budget 2026 preview today confirms what public service workers already feared: more cuts are coming, and New Zealanders will pay the price. “Enough is enough. Public services are already being cut to the bone, and the Prime Minister is sharpening the knife for another round,” said Fleur Fitzsimons, National Secretary for … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge the sentence handed down to Rowan Maxwell Donoghue today in Christchurch District Court. He was sentenced to seven years and eight months imprisonment, after pleading guilty in relation to a number of historical offences against former students at St Bede’s College in Christchurch. We are pleased to see justice … Read more
Source: NZCTU Working people in the greater Wellington region face yet another cost increase from Friday, when Metlink fares rise 3.1 percent and the Snapper off-peak discount drops from 30 to 20 percent. New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi President Sandra Grey says the timing could not be worse. “Like all Kiwis, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Boosting energy efficiency in hazardous areas is critical for operators seeking to reduce their operating costs while also meeting sustainability targets Certification to ATEX and IECEx requirements enables IE6 technology to be deployed in hazardous areas IE6 Hyper-Efficiency SynRM motor reduces energy losses by 60 percent over a standard IE3 induction motor, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach ONTARIO, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2026 – With demand for smarter, more efficient outdoor living solutions continuing to rise across Germany, Garvee has launched its 2026 Garden Upgrade concept for the summer season. Centered on labor-saving garden work, self-sufficient living, weather-ready relaxation, and indoor freshness, the product lineup … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Gina Crampton last played for the Silver Ferns at the 2023 Netball World Cup. PHOTOSPORT The Mainland Tactix have called in former Silver Fern captain Gina Crampton to provide injury cover as the team looks to consolidate its strong start to the ANZ Premiership season. Crampton recently finished her temporary contract … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Company director Ben Winters appeared at sentencing in the Christchurch District Court on Wednesday. LouisDunham A South Island mussel farming company that unlawfully moved hundreds of tonnes of live shellfish from a parasite-infected zone has been ordered to pay $24,000 for Biosecurity Act breaches. Aroma Aquaculture moved 259 tonnes of green-lipped … Read more
Source: Green Party The Prime Minister’s pre-Budget speech today confirms a Government that has chosen to scapegoat migrants and shield corporate profit while New Zealanders struggle to pay the bills, says the Green Party. “Christopher Luxon has made his choice. Blame migrants for the problems of the world in order to protect corporate profits driving the cost-of-living … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Nathan Cleary of the Panthers and Panthers coach Ivan Cleary hug after victoryduring the NRL Grand Final match between the Melbourne Storm. AAP/www.photosport.nz The most successful coach of the modern NRL era may be on the move. Reports from Australia suggest Penrith Panthers coach Ivan Cleary may be set to announce … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Company director Ben Winters appeared at sentencing in the Christchurch District Court on Wednesday. RNZ/LouisDunham A South Island mussel farming company that unlawfully moved hundreds of tonnes of live shellfish from a parasite-infected zone has been ordered to pay $24,000 for Biosecurity Act breaches. Aroma Aquaculture moved 259 tonnes of green-lipped … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Tim Price (NZL) and Falco during the Showjumping. 2026 Mars Badminton Horse Trials. The Badminton Estate, South Gloucestershire, England. Sunday 10 May 2026. PHOTOSPORT A broken collarbone couldn’t stop Kiwi equestrian Tim Price from delivering one of his best-ever results, as he surged to silver at the Badminton Horse Trials. In … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is tackling deceptive business practices with the introduction of the Fair Trading Amendment Bill, Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Cameron Brewer say. “It’s very simple, the price that Kiwis see on the shelf or in the supermarket aisle should be the price they … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Everlee Wihongi. Supplied New Zealand consular staff in the US are talking to US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials about the case of the New Zealander who has been held in ICE custody for over a month. Foreign Minister Winston Peters’ office said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has promised “careful” immigration policy and signalled more capital spending than expected in an annual pre-Budget speech, Speaking about the need for social cohesion, Luxon highlighted his own electorate of Botany as “more diverse than most”, saying many of Chinese, Korean, Malaysian and Indian New Zealanders were … Read more
Source: Hapai Te Hauora Hāpai Te Hauora is concerned that Aotearoa’s new online casino gambling laws could grow harm while claiming to reduce it. The Online Casino Gambling Act came into force on 1 May 2026 and will allow up to 15 online casino licences in Aotearoa. The regime is being phased in and is not … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers From a billion-dollar apple brand to grassroots rural leaders, this year’s Primary Industries New Zealand Awards (PINZ) finalists reflect a sector overflowing with talent. Three finalists in each of nine categories have just been announced, with the winners to be named at an awards ceremony in Auckland on 23 June. Respected agricultural commentator … Read more
Source: ASB ASB is pulling out all the stops to tackle New Zealand’s productivity challenge, with a national programme to significantly uplift the performance of Kiwi businesses. Pathway to Productivity will target more than 4,100 businesses in its first year, bringing together three initiatives: an artificial intelligence (AI) bootcamp co-developed with Xero and delivered by … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested one person while investigating a complaint from a member of the public who saw a vehicle repeatedly crossing erratically over both lanes at speeds between 30 km and 100 km p/h. Around 2.40 this morning 13 May, Police signalled the vehicle in question to pull over on the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Teamwork by Hamilton police units responding to reports of suspicious behaviour at the wheel of a car in the northern suburbs yesterday resulted in four youths being safely apprehended. Just after 1.30pm on Tuesday, 12 May Police received reports that a passenger in a vehicle appeared to be holding the driver … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries A Canterbury aquaculture company that illegally supplied thousands of live green lipped mussels from a restricted area to an exporter has been fined $24,000. Aroma Aquaculture Limited was sentenced in the Christchurch District Court today on one representative charge under the Biosecurity Act, following a successful prosecution by the … Read more
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries A Christchurch man has been placed on 4 months’ home detention for taking 486 pāua, which he intended to sell, from a marine reserve. Bruce Honey Tata (48) was sentenced (12 May 2026) on one charge under the Fisheries Act in the Hamilton District Court, following a successful prosecution … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2026 – DTAP, Singapore’s pioneering GP+ medical provider established in 2005, announced the opening of two new clinics – DTAP Clinic @ Holland Village, which officially opened on 29 Apr 2025, and DTAP Clinic @ Clarke Quay, which officially opened on 23 May 2025. … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 May 2026 – In a bold bid to reshape the future of retail, Siam Piwat Group has unveiled NEXTOPIA at its flagship Siam Paragon, the world’s first prototype for a global sustainability platform that turns eco-conscious living into an immersive, everyday experience. Chief Executive … Read more