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Source: Radio New Zealand The Kmart 14-piece Sandcastle Building Set, Blue Magic Sand, Green Magic Sand, Pink Magic Sand have been found to contain asbestos. Supplied / MBIE Kmart has cancelled the recall notices that were in force for three of its coloured sand products caught in the asbestos contamination scare. MBIE said it had … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand For more than 30 years, residents on Auckland’s Franklin Road have decked out their properties with Christmas decorations for the rest of the city to enjoy. Despite prevalent rumours and conspiracy theories that the popular street-wide display is “funded by the electricity companies” or “organised by the council”, Roscoe Thorby – … Read more
Source: Media Outreach AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – On one of the most popular dates for work festive parties, a new global study* from Heineken® 0.0, the World’s number 1† non-alcoholic beer, reveals that 2025 marks the first festive season where saying “no thanks” needs no excuse, with almost … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Seamless real-time banking, automated e-Invoicing, and cloud accounting set a new benchmark for SME digitalisation KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – FastLane today highlights a major advancement in Malaysia’s financial digitalisation landscape following the newly launched partnership between RHB Bank and Xero. The integration introduces a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand For more than 30 years, residents on Auckland’s Franklin Road have decked out their properties with Christmas decorations for the rest of the city to enjoy. Despite prevalent rumours and conspiracy theories that the popular street-wide display is “funded by the electricity companies” or “organised by the council”, Roscoe Thorby – … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Haeata Community Campus said they have recalled all of the lunches due to the contamination, but some had already been eaten by students. Supplied The food safety regulator says it’s seen CCTV footage from a Christchurch school, which shows that mouldy lunches were served to students because of a mix up … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Austin Oliver and Angus Robson at the cordoned off entrance to a once popular walking track. LDR/SUPPLIED About 100 people crowded into the Whakatāne District Council chambers on Wednesday in a show of support for the restoration of Ōhope Beach’s iconic West End walkway. A second meeting room with video and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston and Immigration Minister Erica Stanford are welcoming the first China Eastern Airlines flight connecting Shanghai, Auckland and Buenos Aires, marking a major milestone for tourism. Adding to its existing daily Shanghai to Auckland flights, China Eastern’s new route will connect China and South America via … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – Pursuing higher education abroad represents a significant financial commitment. According to a report by The Straits Times, annual tuition fees at top global universities can range from US$30,000 to US$50,000. Total expenditure for a four-year programme, including accommodation and living costs, exceeding … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Tom & Luke’s Low Carb Raspberry Snacka Balls is one of three batches to be recalled SUPPLIED A brand of snack balls is being pulled off shelves after plastic was found inside some of them. New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS) said specific batches of Tom & Luke’s Low Carb Snacka … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand [authro:rnz_online] Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit was seeing more people falling victim to scams and other fraud, particularly on Facebook Marketplace. 123RF Police are warning of increasing scammer activity online ahead of the festive season. Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit was seeing more people falling victim to scams and other fraud, particularly on … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Hone Daniels and two other men stormed The Riv Sports Bar on the night of December 14, 2022, and forced a staff member to open the safe at gunpoint. NZME/SUPPLED A man who robbed a sports bar tried to claim it couldn’t have been him because he was busy doing his … Read more
Source: Media Outreach CARRASCAL, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – Carrascal Nickel Corporation (CNC) reaffirms its commitment to responsible mining and long-term sustainability through continuous environmental management efforts and community-centered development programs in its host and neighboring communities. Carrascal Nickel Corporation (CNC) President Antonio L. Co accepts the trophy at the … Read more
Source: Media Outreach CARRASCAL, SURIGAO DEL SUR, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – Carrascal Nickel Corporation (CNC), one of the Philippines’ leading nickel mining companies, continues to reinforce its commitment to responsible mining, environmental stewardship, and community through sustainability-driven programs that further strengthen the company’s reputation as one of the region’s … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Motorists were advised that there would be delays to their journey. 123RF State Highway 35 between Omaio and Pariokara is closed both ways following a two-vehicle crash. Police were called to the scene around 5:50pm on Thursday. Three people received serious injuries and are receiving medical attention. The Serious Crash Unit … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – Despite persistent global headwinds and trade tensions, Hong Kong’s financial ecosystem remains a cornerstone of economic resilience, according to the findings of CPA Australia’s Hong Kong Business Sentiment Survey. (from left to right) Mr Cliff Ip, Divisional Councillor of CPA … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Professor James Renwick of Victoria University Supplied A government decision to reject stronger climate targets is pitiful, and will cost households in the long run, scientists, advocates and opposition politicians say. However, a scientist who contributed to the government’s methane review said he’s not surprised the Climate Change Commission’s “activist” recommendations … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Mihiteria King and her son Scott Douglas hold a picture of Hemi Kingi. RNZ / Jimmy Ellingham As a gun fired seven anniversary shots at Linton Military Camp near Palmerston North, Mihiteria King held a special framed black and white photograph. The young man in his crisp, pressed army uniform is … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BELEM, BRAZIL – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – The Malaysia Pavilion concluded its participation at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, reaffirming the nation’s commitment to accelerate transformative solutions for a sustainable and inclusive future. Over the two weeks, the Pavilion served as a vibrant hub for meaningful knowledge exchange across … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Three men have been charged with selling cannabis and possession of cannabis for supply, following an operation targeting the supply of illicit drugs in Masterton. The men – aged 21, 22 and 43 – were arrested on Tuesday 2 December after the execution of a search warrant at a residential Masterton … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 35 between Omaio and Pariokara is closed both ways following a two-vehicle crash. Police were called to the scene around 5:50pm. Three people have received serious injuries and are receiving medical attention. The Serious Crash Unit have been notified. Motorists should be advised that there will be delays to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Black Caps are in firm control of the first cricket test against the West Indies after a dominant day three in Christchurch. Centuries for skipper Tom Latham and number four batter Rachin Ravindra helped New Zealand set a solid foundation to reach 417-4 at stumps with a lead of 481 … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – Peuriste, a premium brand specialising in organic period pads in Singapore, has announced the development of its Smart Pad Dispenser — an IoT-enabled solution designed to redefine how menstrual and feminine care products are accessed in public spaces. Currently in MVP development … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Messages written on an Auckland fire engine protesting firefighters’ working conditions. RNZ / Rayssa Almeida Paid firefighters will continue with strike action and not withdraw their notices as Fire and Emergency is urging them to. The Employment Relations Authority is referring the warring sides to facilitated bargaining. FENZ is welcoming the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Police are working on an increase in recent youth offending incidents. 123RF A young person has been arrested for a number of recent incidents across Christchurch, including an aggravated robbery earlier this week that left a store worker seriously injured. The 17-year-old was located on Thursday afternoon in New Brighton and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Lewis Clareburt will join a highly competitive medley squad under renowned coach Jolyon Finck at Melbourne’s Nunawading Swimming Club. photosport New Zealand Olympian Lewis Clareburt says medley swimmers in the Southern Hemisphere will get left behind if they don’t join forces. That’s why the two-time Olympian is moving from Auckland to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BALI, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 December 2025 – Indonesia emerged as one of the strongest performers at this year’s ACES Awards 2025, with multiple organisations and leaders recognised for excellence in leadership, sustainability, innovation, and community impact. The 2025 ACES Awards Gala Dinner Day 1 was officially inaugurated with … Read more