Serious crash, SH1, Wellsford

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services attending a serious vehicle crash on State Highway 1, Wellsford.  Police were alerted to the crash, near River Road, at 2pm. Initial indications suggest there are critical injuries. Both north and south bound lanes are blocked, with diversions in place at State Highway 16 and Woodcocks Road.  Motorists are…

ECOVACS at IFA Berlin 2026: Named as No.1 Brand in Global Home Robotics, Bringing Robotics to More of Everyday Life

Source: Media Outreach BERLIN, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – ECOVACS has been named the global No.1 home robotics brand in a newly released research report by Forbes China, which recognizes its leadership across multiple home robotics categories. Built on in-house R&D and manufacturing capabilities and scalable technology stacks, the company … Read more

Grey St cordons lifted, Gisborne

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute: Detective Senior Sergeant John Love Police cordons on Grey St and State Highway 35 in Gisborne have now been lifted. The cordons were put into place following a sudden death in Alfred Cox Park. Police have identified the man and are actively working to locate next of kin. Currently, the…

Very Superstitious – Lucky 13 New Works by Ilya Volykhine

Source: Press Release Service Headline: Very Superstitious – Lucky 13 New Works by Ilya Volykhine Opening 17 September at Exhibitions Gallery of Fine Art, Very Superstitious is a new solo exhibition of 13 paintings by NZ figurative artist, Ilya Volykhine. Running for three weeks, the show looks at the small. superstitious habits people use every…

New funding for Whangamarino wetland, insect heavyweight

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  04 September 2026 Source:  Office for the Minister of Conservation “We are serious about protecting and restoring New Zealand’s taonga sites and taonga species now, and for future generations,” Mr Potaka says. “This is why we are committing $2 million over two years to kickstart work on the Whangamarino Action Plan…

MDF investments strengthen Māori enterprise, build lasting prosperity

Source: New Zealand Government More than $3.4 million of Government investment through the Māori Development Fund is helping three Māori enterprises create jobs, grow exports and build lasting prosperity, Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka says. The investments reach from green hydrogen at Mōkai and an export apple orchard in Raupunga to premium New Zealand wine…

Kleaner Surpasses 100,000 Hours in Malaysia as Headlines Spotlight Cleaner Trust & Hiring

Source: Media Outreach Regional headlines have raised questions about cleaner vetting, hiring requirements and professional cleaning standards. Kleaner’s 100,000-hour milestone is underpinned by a model designed to address these concerns through trained personnel, oversight and consistent service protocols. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – Kleaner, a professional home and … Read more

TDCX Opens Foshan Campus As An AI-enabled Greater Bay Area Hub

Source: Media Outreach FOSHAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – TDCX, a leading global customer experience solutions firm, opened its newest campus in Foshan, China on September 2, 2026, marking the company’s sixth center in the country and reinforcing the Greater Bay Area as one of its most strategic delivery hubs … Read more

Alpro Pharmacy, Sandoz Malaysia and Doc2Us Launch ACCESS360 to Make Stroke Prevention More Accessible and Affordable

Source: Media Outreach New collaborative initiative brings together community pharmacy, digital health and patient education to help Malaysians access affordable treatment, stay adherent and receive continuous healthcare support KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – Alpro Pharmacy, Sandoz Malaysia and Doc2Us today launched ACCESS360, a collaborative initiative designed to make … Read more

Delays following breakdown, Maromaku

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised of delays following a truck breakdown on State Highway 1, Maromaku. Police were advised of the breakdown just after 10am. Traffic signage is in place, however motorists are being advised to slow down and expect delays or seek an alternative route. Delays are expected to be in…

North-West Rapid Transit project fast-tracked

Source: New Zealand Government The North-West Rapid Transit project, a major new rapid bus transit route alongside State Highway 16 in Auckland, has been granted fast-track approval, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says. This is the 33rd project approved through the Fast-track process. The project includes a busway alongside State Highway 16 between Brigham Creek and…

Four gang members arrested following operation in Christchurch

Source: New Zealand Police Four gang members have been arrested after a Police operation targeting gang offending was terminated in Christchurch this week. Detective Sergeant Kate Taylor says yesterday Police executed warrants at five addresses, where four people were located and have subsequently been arrested. “We also located and seized firearms and ammunition from one…

Tech and Security – Phantom Deal: Inside an Imposter Scam Targeting an Avast Employee

Source: Avast When scammers singled out an Avast employee in a sophisticated social engineering attack, they picked the wrong target — and revealed more about themselves than they ever came close to stealing. Threat Researchers at Gen, the company behind Avast, played along with the scammers, analyzing their moves to gather intelligence. Our Threat Researchers … Read more

Earth Sciences New Zealand Winter Climate Summary: NZ’s third-warmest winter on record

Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Winter Climate Summary overview: This was New Zealand’s third-warmest winter on record, with a nationwide average of 9.7°C. This was 1.1°C above the 1991-2020 winter average, making it New Zealand’s 3rd-warmest winter since Earth Sciences New Zealand’s seven station temperature series began in 1909. This may surprise a large portion … Read more

Serious Incident, Quarantine Road, Nelson

Source: New Zealand Police Police are in attendance at a serious incident in Nelson this afternoon. About 12pm, Police were called to Quarantine Road. Police are also in attendance on Parkers Road. There is no threat to public safety, however cordons are in place. Members of the public are asked to avoid these areas. ENDS

From Vietnam to China: East West Barbershop Redefines Men’s Grooming

Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – As more men place greater emphasis on their personal image, getting a haircut is no longer simply a matter of “when your hair gets long, it’s time to get a trim.” Hairstyles, appearance, personal style and service quality … Read more

Arts – Four cash grants awarded to support local writers

Source: New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi o Aotearoa (PEN NZ Inc) 4 September 2026 The 2026 Tāwhia Copyright Aotearoa (TCA) and New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi o Aotearoa PEN NZ Inc (NZSA) Research Grants have been awarded to four writers in Aotearoa. The $5,000 grants support local writers who … Read more

Registered counsellor appointed to Minister’s Arms Advisory Group

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee has welcomed the appointment of Southland-based registered counsellor Kathryn Wright to the Minister’s Arms Advisory Group (MAAG). “Kathryn will bring valuable practical experience to the Advisory Group through both her work as a registered counsellor and rural mental health practitioner, and her service on the board…

International education exports surge past pre-Covid levels

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s international education export earnings have surged to nearly $5 billion, surpassing 2019 pre-Covid levels and delivering a major boost to the New Zealand economy. Education Minister Erica Stanford said the result confirms international education is once again one of New Zealand’s most valuable export sectors. “In the year to…

International Literacy Day: Literacy Crisis Threatens Millions of Children Worldwide

Source: World Literacy Foundation 8 September | International Literacy Day AUSTRALIA — 4 September 2026 International Literacy Day should be a celebration of progress. However, for millions of children worldwide, it serves as a painful reminder of the ongoing literacy challenges that threaten their futures. This year marks 60 years since UNESCO established this day, … Read more

Local News – More than $600,000 in burger sales in Porirua in August

Source: Porirua City Council Porirua had a strong showing in this year’s Visa Wellington On a Plate (WOAP), with 19 local businesses participating in Burger Wellington and five WOAP events hosted across the city. Sushil’s Musclechef Café’s (Aotea) ‘A Culinary Tale of India’ was also the first WOAP festival event to sell out and Sushil … Read more

Police incident, Gisborne

Source: New Zealand Police Grey Street, near Awapuni Road/State Highway 35, Gisborne, has been closed as Police respond to an incident on Alfred Cox Park Cycle and Walkway. Members of the public and motorists are advised to avoid the area.  There is no risk nor threat to the public.  ENDS

Company falls short after ignoring WorkSafe notice

Source: Worksafe New Zealand 4 September 2026 WorkSafe New Zealand is reminding construction businesses that a prohibition notice means work must stop, after an Auckland company was sentenced and fined for allowing workers to work at height while a notice was in place. Grace Motors Limited, trading as Grace Construction, was constructing two-storey residential units…

Medsafe approves new innovative PTSD treatment

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour welcomes Medsafe’s approval of two psychiatrists to prescribe pharmaceutical grade MDMA to eligible patients with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).  “PTSD ruins lives and is difficult to treat. MDMA can be very effective at treating it through psychedelic-assisted therapy,” Mr Seymour says.  “Recent changes have put New Zealand’s…

Canva partners with EBANX and Capitec Pay to unlock cardless subscriptions for South Africans

Source: Media Outreach Via the integration with EBANX, Canva becomes the first merchant on Capitec Pay’s new recurring A2A payment SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, SINGAPORE, and STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – Canva, the global visual communication platform, has become the first international company to offer recurring subscription payments to South … Read more