Crash on Southwestern Motorway causing delays

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Source: New Zealand Police A two-vehicle crash is causing delays on the Southwestern Motorway, Onehunga this morning. The crash, near the Neilson Street on-ramp, was reported to Police just after 7am. There are no reports of injury, however one southbound lane has been blocked. Motorists are being advised to expect delays or seek an alternative…

Delays expected following crash, Sunnynook

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Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised to expect delays following a crash on the Northern Motorway in Sunnynook this morning. The crash, involving three vehicles, was reported to Police at 6.40am near the Upper Harbour Highway on-ramp. There are no reports of injury. One southbound lane has been blocked and motorists are advised…

Final planned search for Jeremy Robertson

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Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Detective Sergeant Richard How: Police are planning a further search for missing man Jeremy Robertson in Rotorua this week. On Wednesday 22 July, approximately 20 Police Search and Rescue staff, alongside volunteers will conduct a final planned search in the surrounding areas of the carpark of the Blue…

Health Coalition – Call for kotahitanga against tobacco, alcohol and junk food

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Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa Public health experts are challenging politicians, ahead of the general election, to put the health of Kiwis ahead of the profits of tobacco, alcohol and unhealthy food industries. One-quarter, or 350,000, of healthy life-years lost annually to preventable illness are due to these three widely available commercial products. Today, 20 July, Health … Read more

ACE ROBOTICS Unveils Kairos 3.1 and Expands Its Embodied AI Stack from Data to Deployment at WAIC 2026

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Source: Media Outreach The launch combines a unified, action-oriented world model with Ambient Capture Engine 2.0, three commercial solutions and a new industry benchmark, connecting high-density data with real-world robotic operations. SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 July 2026 – ACE ROBOTICS today unveiled Kairos 3.1, its latest action-oriented world model, alongside Ambient … Read more

Road closed, West Coast Road, Templeton

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Source: New Zealand Police SH73, West Coast Road, is closed following a serious crash in Templeton this afternoon. Police were notified of a two vehicle crash at the intersection with Kirk Road around 4.40pm. One person is in a critical condition and another person has serious injuries.  The road is blocked while the Serious Crash…

VinFast inaugurates 20 e-motorcycle dealerships in Indonesia, expanding its green mobility ecosystem nationwide

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Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 July 2026 –VinFast announced the opening of 20 official e-motorcycle dealerships across Indonesia in July 2026, marking a major milestone in its strategy to expand its distribution network in Southeast Asia’s largest motorcycle market. To celebrate the launch, VinFast hosted a large-scale product experience … Read more

FIT members commit to smoother trade

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Source: New Zealand Government Members of the Future of Investment and Trade (FIT) Partnership have committed to practical initiatives aimed at enhancing trade and reducing barriers at their meeting in Auckland today, says Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay and Chair of the ministerial meeting. “It was a pleasure to host ministers and representatives from…

FIT Partnership grows to 19 countries

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Source: New Zealand Government The Future of Investment and Trade (FIT) Partnership has grown from 16 to 19 members, with Korea, Peru and Thailand formally joining at this week’s Ministerial meeting in Auckland, hosted by Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay, with other countries considering membership in the near future. “The FIT Partnership has grown…

World first New Zealand-Singapore essential supplies agreement now in force

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Source: New Zealand Government A landmark agreement between New Zealand and Singapore on essential supplies, is now in force following a ceremony in Auckland today, says Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay. The Agreement on Trade in Essential Supplies (AOTES) was signed in Singapore on 4 May 2026, witnessed by the Prime Minister Chris Luxon and…

Sunwin Bus Showcases Green Mobility Solutions at Australasia Bus & Coach Expo 2026, Deepening Commitment to Australia’s Zero-Emission Bus Market

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SYDNEY, July 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Shanghai Sunwin Bus Corporation (“Sunwin Bus”) showcased its latest green mobility solutions at the Australasia Bus & Coach Expo 2026 in Sydney under the theme “Green Means More.” The company presented the iEV12 battery-electric city bus and the B13E battery-electric bus chassis, attracting strong interest … Read more

VinFast partners with Bespoke Logistics to strengthen electric motorcycle logistics capabilities in the Philippines

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Source: Media Outreach MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 July 2026 – Global electric vehicle companyVinFast has officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Bespoke Logistics, a Philippine provider of end-to-end automotive logistics solutions, to establish an integrated mobility processing center and authorized service workshop for the inspection and preparation of VinFast electric … Read more

JCP Car Parts Expands Range

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Source: Press Release Service Headline: JCP Car Parts Expands Range JCP Car Parts has expanded its inventory of affordable Japanese and Toyota car parts across Auckland, New Zealand, increasing the availability of reliable, inspected, and cost-effective vehicle components for vehicle owners, independent mechanics, commercial fleet owners, and local repair garages. The expanded stock supports quicker…

DOC on high alert after second H5 bird flu case

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  18 July 2026 DOC Deputy Director-General Cat Wilson says the Wairarapa operations teams have been briefed and are ready to support MPI with increased surveillance and reporting. “Higher alert means staff will be continuing their work as normal but with extra caution and carrying PPE when they’re in the field.…

BRICS Competition Authorities Establish Task Force to Study Global Grain Trade

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Source: Media Outreach GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 July 2026 – Competition authorities from BRICS countries have established a task force to conduct a joint sector inquiry into the global grain trade, marking a new step in cooperation on competition policy across international agricultural markets. The decision was announced during the discussion … Read more

VinFast VF 8: Blending Business and Family Leisure in an Electric SUV

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Source: Media Outreach Today’s premium SUVs are expected to do more than ever before. For EVs, that expectation increasingly extends beyond the drive itself to the ownership experience that comes with it. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 July 2026 – There’s a reason premium SUVs remain the vehicle of choice … Read more

Alpro Launches Subsidised RM1 Ferritin Checks to Help Women Understand, Prepare and Live Well Through the Transition to Menopause

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 July 2026 – Perimenopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life, yet many women enter this transition without fully understanding what is happening to their bodies or knowing where to seek support. Group photo with representatives, guests and attendees at the Me. … Read more

Woman arrested and charged following alleged marketplace scam in Hamilton

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Source: New Zealand Police Hamilton Police have arrested and charged a 26-year-old woman after an investigation targeting recent online marketplace scams.  Detective Sergeant Logan Oliver says Police launched an investigation after having received several reports of similar scam-related incidents.  “It is believed marketplace sellers have met with the woman, who has then allegedly provided fake…

Discover Singapore’s Creative & Culinary Heritage in Chinatown Singapore with Family-Friendly Weekend Workshops

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 July 2026 – Visitors looking to experience Singapore beyond its iconic attractions can now immerse themselves in two hands-on heritage workshops in the heart of Chinatown. Organised by Chinatown Business Association (CBA), these interactive experiences invite International tourists, families and local Singaporeans to create memorable … Read more

HKT to launch ultra-low latency 3.2Tbps AI Data Centre Inter-connect Superhighway to support Hong Kong’s AI development

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 July 2026 – HKT (SEHK: 6823) today announces plan to roll out its ultra-low latency 3.2Tbps AI Data Centre Inter-connect (DCI) Superhighway service, the first of its kind in Hong Kong, enabling AI infrastructure providers and institutions to have ultra-fast and seamless access … Read more