Privacy at the 2026 General Election

Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog The 2026 General Election is coming up on 7 November 2026, and an important part of the democratic process is keeping people, their information, and votes safe and secure. Information about you is collected when you enrol to vote, find out how it is used. Many steps are…

Rural Health – Gumboot Friday records busiest month of 2026 so far, supporting 2,213 young Kiwis in May

Source: Authority PR for Gumboot Friday In May 2026, 2,213 young people aged 5–25 accessed free counselling through Gumboot Friday — the highest monthly total recorded so far this year — with 3,578 sessions delivered nationwide. Sessions are free, no referral is required, and young people choose the counsellor they want to talk to from … Read more

Fire Safety – Message to landowners: you are responsible for the fires you light

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Landowners whose unattended burn piles caused a string of vegetation fires across Canterbury last Saturday are being visited by Fire and Emergency New Zealand to ensure they understand their responsibilities for land management fires. District Commander Dave Stackhouse said that 11 fires escaped and spread quickly in the severe nor-westerly … Read more

Nurse Maude workers to stop work over threats to cut to sick leave – PSA

Source: PSA PSA members working at care provider Nurse Maude will be holding stop work meetings in 11 locations on Monday (29 June) as their employers seeks to cut their sick leave by two days. The PSA represents more than 250 workers at Nurse Maude, which is trying to claw back two extra sick leave days … Read more

Advocacy – Gaza Cannot Wait: A Call for Justice and Accountability

Statement by Palestine Forum of New Zealand The Palestine Forum of New Zealand expresses its profound alarm at the latest documentation by the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights, which details the continuing humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in Gaza. The report presents further evidence of the systematic destruction of civilian life, infrastructure, and the conditions necessary for … Read more

VENEZUELA EARTHQUAKES: ‘A cataclysmic event’ – Children spend second night sheltering in open spaces amid hundreds of aftershocks as needs rapidly rise

Source: Save the Children Families in earthquake-devastated Venezuela spent a second night sheltering in open spaces amid fears of further building collapses and raising serious concerns over children’s safety and their immediate needs, Save the Children said. Venezuela has declared a national emergency following two consecutive 7.5 and 7.2 magnitude earthquakes in the north-central region of … Read more

From Millennium Xuan Paper to Contemporary Visual Storytelling: China’s Intangible Cultural Heritage Sets Off Again

Source: Media Outreach HEFEI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – On June 23, the realist drama Zhong Mo Yuan premiered in the prime-time slot on mainstream television in China. Centered on Xuan paper-making techniques, an element of UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage, the series uses this centuries-old craft as a narrative thread, … Read more

HKPC “E-commerce Innovation Expo 2026” Opens

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – Co-organised by the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), with support of the Commerce and Economic Development Bureau (CEDB), and in partnership with the Trade and Industry Department (TID), the inaugural “E-commerce Innovation Expo 2026” (Expo) officially opened yesterday at the … Read more

Europe and China Must Pivot from Tech Rivalry to “Constructive Engagement” in AI Era, Warn Leaders at CEIBS Forums

Source: Media Outreach BRUSSELS, BELGIUM / PARIS, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – As artificial intelligence reshapes global power dynamics, European and Chinese leaders are warning that the EU and China must move beyond zero-sum competition to harness their complementary strengths in AI governance and industrial application. The consensus emerged during … Read more

Crash, Ōtāhuhu

Source: New Zealand Police Māngere Road is blocked following a crash in Ōtāhuhu this evening. Emergency services were called to the crash involving a vehicle and pedestrian about 5.50pm. One person has received critical injuries and has been transported to hospital. The road is blocked and motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect…

Youngman Richardson Adds Ammann ABG Pavers

Source: Press Release Service Headline: Youngman Richardson Adds Ammann ABG Pavers Youngman Richardson is pleased to announce the addition of Ammann ABG pavers to its product range, bringing a globally recognised line of premium asphalt paving equipment to the New Zealand construction, roading and infrastructure sectors. The post Youngman Richardson Adds Ammann ABG Pavers first…

MyRepublic and TP-Link sign MOU to strengthen SME connectivity in Singapore

Source: Media Outreach Partnership supports Singapore SMEs early access to new networking products, preferential support, and bundled connectivity solutions SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd and TP-Link Corporation Pte Ltd yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their partnership in serving Singapore’s small and medium-sized … Read more

How Chicken & Chips Is Helping Kiwi Retailers Grow Revenue

Source: Press Release Service Headline: How Chicken & Chips Is Helping Kiwi Retailers Grow Revenue Charleez Chicken & Chips explores why dairies, service stations, and convenience stores across New Zealand are increasingly investing in hot food systems and what that means for retailers looking to grow revenue and foot traffic. The post How Chicken &…

Premium Clean Service Credit Giveaway at CleanNZ Expo 2026

Source: Press Release Service Headline: Premium Clean Service Credit Giveaway at CleanNZ Expo 2026 Premium Clean will exhibit at CleanNZ Expo 2026 on 15–16 July, showcasing its commercial cleaning and facilities management services. Visitors to Stand G7 can meet the team, discuss facility requirements, and enter a business card draw to win service credits valued…

Aucklanders set to benefit from more resilient infrastructure

Source: Auckland Council Watercare has completed its $75 million Auckland-wide flood recovery programme, with final works now finished at Leigh Scenic Reserve in Bay View. More than three years after the Auckland Anniversary Weekend floods and Cyclone Gabrielle events of early 2023, the programme has delivered 222 large scale infrastructure repairs across the region, restoring…

VinEnergo partners with SunAsia Energy to develop Solar-on-Water projects integrated with aquaculture in the Philippines

Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – VinEnergo, a member of Vingroup’s green ecosystem, and SunAsia Energy Inc., a pioneer in the Philippine solar energy sector, have announced a strategic partnership to develop a portfolio of large-scale renewable energy projects utilizing the Solar on Stilts model. With expected … Read more

Sod turned on Hawke’s Bay Cancer Centre

Source: New Zealand Government Hawke’s Bay patients will soon be able to access radiation treatment closer to home, with today’s sod-turn marking the start of construction on the new Hawke’s Bay Cancer Centre, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Today marks a major milestone in improving access to cancer care for people in Hawke’s Bay,” Mr…

Results of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System (“DAICS®”) 1H 2026 Review

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – IX Asia Indexes today announced the 1st Half 2026 Review of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System (“DAICS®“), aiming to provide professionals worldwide with a transparent and standardized classification scheme to determine sector and exposure of particular digital assets. … Read more

Thanks for your public transport feedback

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 25 Jun 2026 We’ve heard you loud and clear! 11,738 people and organisations gave feedback on Environment Canterbury’s Metro bus and ferry services across Christchurch, Selwyn and Waimakariri during the six-week consultation.  Public Transport Core Service Co-Lead Councillor Nettles Lamont is grateful to every single person who had their…

Klinik Tuah Welcomes Its 10,000th Knee Pain Patient in Under Five Years

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – In less than five years since it first opened its doors, Klinik Tuah has reached a significant milestone: welcoming its 10,000th knee pain patient on 5 June 2026. The milestone reflects a growing need among Malaysians for knee pain treatment … Read more

Washington Apples Marks 35 Years in Indonesia, Targeting Continued Growth Amid Healthy Living Trends

Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA- Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – The Washington Apple Commission (WAC), the marketing organization representing Washington State’s apple industry in the United States, reaffirms its commitment to delivering premium-quality apples to Indonesian consumers. Having been present in Indonesia since 1990, Washington Apples continues to see promising growth opportunities … Read more

Two men face drug charges following Wairoa search warrants

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Senior Sergeant Nathan Snell, Wairoa Area Response Manager: Eastern District Police have arrested two men in relation to investigations to disrupt the supply of drugs and gang violence into the area. Over the past two days, Police executed search warrants across addresses in Wairoa and Raupunga. Police located a…

Primary birthing unit opens in central Auckland

Source: New Zealand Government Health New Zealand’s first primary birthing unit in central Auckland was officially opened by Associate Health Minister Casey Costello today. Whānau Ngā Uri, which is located in Parnell, will operate 24/7 and support up to 400 women and their families each year. “Today marks an important milestone in helping to deliver…

Security Is the New Market Access: Kigen Is Leading the IoT Security Mandate

Source: Media Outreach At MWC IoT Summit 2026, Kigen made the case that the EU Cyber Resilience Act is not a compliance burden — it is a once-in-a-generation opportunity. For manufacturers who move now, the competitive advantage is structural. SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – 5.5 trillion dollars. That is … Read more

Motorists urged to take extra caution on State Highway 2, Wellington

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists travelling on State Highway 2 in Wellington are being advised to take extra caution on the road this afternoon. SH2 is impacted both directions by flooding and rockfall, between Ngauranga and Aotea Quay southbound, and just before Petone northbound. Drive to the conditions and remember your following distances. Please avoid…

Witnesses sought following fatal crash

Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal crash in Wellsford in April. Emergency services responded to the single vehicle crash on Waiteitei Road at about 10.20pm on 23 April. Sadly, one person died at the scene. Senior Sergeant Wayne Gear says the Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene and…