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Source: Auckland Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum will present Te Ripo o te Moana: Taonga Through Time, an exhibition of customary and contemporary taonga Māori, from Saturday 29 August 2026. Te Ripo o te Moana: Taonga Through Time explores the richness and diversity of Māori art through whakairo rākau (wood carving), whakakai … Read more
Source: ASB ASB has reported a cash net profit after tax (NPAT) of $1,318 million for the 12 months to 30 June 2026, down 2% on the previous year. Statutory NPAT was $1,398 million, down 4%. The bank has performed strongly across the board with home lending, business and rural lending and customer … Read more
Source: Media Outreach New 20,000 sqm facility will more than triple Kuehne+Nagel’s Container Freight Station capacity in Cambodia Strategic location strengthens cross-border connectivity between Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam Expanded facility supports customers in the consumer goods industry PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 August 2026 – Kuehne+Nagel has invested in a new … Read more
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Nurses and tauira from around the Aotearoa will descend on Auckland this week for the annual Te Rūnanga o Aotearoa hui-ā-tau and Indigenous Nurses Aotearoa Conference. Te Rūnanga o Aotearoa NZNO’s annual Indigenous Nurses Aotearoa Conference takes place at Te Mahurehure Marae in Tāmaki Makaurau. This year’s theme, Huraina Te … Read more
Source: Tertiary Education Union Members of the Tertiary Education Union (TEU) are worried about how gig work has become a norm for thousands of people working in universities. These insecure jobs impact student learning and put the health of universities as institutes of research at risk. Finn Illsley-Kemp, a senior research fellow whose research focuses … Read more
Source: Save the Children Thousands of families in earthquake-devastated Colombia have had their homes damaged or destroyed, with children and families urgently in need of drinking water, food, and emergency shelter, said Save the Children. Colombia has declared a national emergency following the 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck the western part of the country on … Read more
Source: Bill Toft Awards The Bill Toft Award is once again open to broadcasters working in online or broadcasting media in New Zealand. The Bill Toft Memorial Fund in 2026 will consider applications for a grant of $5,000 for broadcasters working in online or broadcasting media in New Zealand. The Award is to be used … Read more
Source: Greenpeace More than 30 protests and community events will take place across Aotearoa this Saturday as opposition to the Coalition Government’s Conservation Amendment Bill continues to grow. Protests are planned from Invercargill to Mangawhai, including at Mission Bay in Auckland, the Wellington Botanic Gardens, Godley Head in Christchurch, Aramoana near Dunedin, and dozens more … Read more
Source: Australia West Papua Association (Sydney) Statement. 13 August 2026 This year will mark 64 years since the New York Agreement when the West Papuan people were betrayed by the international community. The New York Agreement On 15 August in 1962, an agreement was concluded in New York between the Netherlands and Indonesia. Under this … Read more
Source: Environmental Protection Authority The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has increased hazardous substances decision-making, completing 66 application assessments in 2025/26, the highest annual total since 2018/19. “We’ve lifted the throughput of hazardous substances assessments, and improving our performance in this area remains a key priority,” says General Manager Hazardous Substances and New Organisms, Dr Fernando … Read more
Source: World Vision • Death toll continues to rise, with more than 180 people confirmed dead and 1,300 injured, as search efforts for missing people remain underway • World Vision reports that children amongst most vulnerable • Communications and access to the hardest-hit areas remain challenging • World Vision is identifying urgent needs, with support … Read more
Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation The Nursing Council chief executive is latest in a string of resignations after its board was gutted by Health Minister Simeon Brown, NZNO says. Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa NZNO Kaiwhakahaere Kerri Nuku says Nursing Council staff were told today that Catherine Byrne has resigned her role as chief executive. … Read more
Source: Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Amman/Jerusalem, 13 August – Thousands of people in Gaza, Palestine, are at heightened risk of death and severe illness, as Israeli authorities continue to restrict the entry of engine oil and spare parts into the enclave, warns Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF). These supplies are needed to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 August 2026 – CPA Australia has suggested the HKSAR Government to use Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) and the 2026 Policy Address to strengthen the city’s long-term competitiveness, accelerate innovation, deepen capital formation and support the transition to a more sustainable and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Farmers, growers and rural businesses are getting faster access to the products they need to protect crops, manage pests and remain competitive, Environment Minister Nicola Grigg says. The latest Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) performance report shows good progress in reducing wait times for hazardous substances assessments, with the number of applications…
Source: New Zealand Government A new petroleum mining permit will bring additional natural gas to the domestic market over the next decade and generate valuable export earnings from new oil production, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. Regulator New Zealand Petroleum and Minerals (NZP&M) has today granted Matahio NZ Onshore Limited a 10-year petroleum mining permit…
Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 August 2026 – W Macau – Studio City, located within Melco Resorts & Entertainment’s integrated resort of Studio City in Cotai, Macau, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sammy King as General Manager. In this role, Sammy will lead the hotel in delivering … Read more
Source: Media Outreach New KL Eco City office strengthens the company’s regional presence through strategic partnerships with leading banking, trustee, insurance, and wealth planning institutions. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 August 2026 – Marvel Capital Holdings Ltd. officially marked a significant milestone with the grand opening of its new regional office … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Our frontline community organisations play a vital role supporting New Zealanders every day, and we are backing them with more funding and greater certainty, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says. “We are incredibly lucky to have so many fantastic community mental health and addiction providers working on the frontline. I have…
Source: New Zealand Government Today’s roll return data tells us what we already knew; families want schooling options that reflect the needs of their children, says Associate Education Minister David Seymour. Data released today shows that as of July 1, 2026, there were 1,732 students enrolled in 17 charter schools. “These numbers show that diversity and choice…
Source: New Zealand First It is not widely appreciated that Winston Peters played a critical role in bringing electoral reform into the political mainstream. It was his championing of the Royal Commission on Electoral Reform report of 1986 that directly led to the National Party making its 1990 campaign promise to let New Zealanders decide. And…
Source: New Zealand Government Youth Minister James Meager says the Government has helped more than 400 young Kiwis turn tragedy into triumph through support for hands-on youth development programmes in areas impacted by recent severe weather events. “Over the past year, several serious storms have occurred across multiple regions, which has had a devasting impact…
Source: New Zealand Government The latest quarterly update from the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission shows the value of projects in the National Infrastructure Pipeline has increased by $15 billion, totalling $290 billion across all initiatives, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says. “The Infrastructure Pipeline snapshot shows that the total economic value of the country’s infrastructure projects…
Source: New Zealand Government The Social Services and Community Select Committee’s report back on the Disability Support Services Bill includes a number of amendments responding to feedback from the disability community. “It was important this Bill went through a Select Committee process so submitters could have their say,” Disability Issues Minister Louise Upston says. “More…
Source: New Zealand Government More young children with high and complex developmental needs will receive earlier, tailored support to help them learn, grow, and thrive, Education Minister Erica Stanford announced today. The announcement was made during a visit to The Pudney Hub in Hawke’s Bay, one of the newly appointed providers for the expanded Early…
Source: Media Outreach Experts say a self-contained, service-led residential format built for multigenerational ownership is emerging at the very top of the market — and that demand for it is rising worldwide. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 August 2026 – Experts in premium residential real estate note that a distinct new category is … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash in Te Awamutu this morning. The single vehicle crash at the intersection of Rickit Road and Hazelmere Cres was reported just after 9:20am. The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene. The road remains closed, and motorists are advised to avoid the…