Late entry Kingman wins New Zealand Trotting Cup

Source: Radio New Zealand Kingman won the 122nd New Zealand Trotting Cup at Addington Raceway in Christchurch on Tuesday. Over 3200 metres the horse trained and driven by Australian Luke McCarthy was able to pull off an upset. From the 1400m mark Kingman was three wide but McCathy was unfazed. “You’re going in a straight … Read more

TE Capital Partners and Dash Living Form Joint Venture to Acquire Prime Residential Asset in Minato Ward

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE AND HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 November 2025 – TE Capital Partners (“TEC”), a Singapore-headquartered real estate investment manager, has established a joint venture with Dash Living (“Dash”), a Hillhouse-backed rental housing platform, to acquire a premium residential property located in Minami Azabu, Minato Ward, Central Tokyo. … Read more

Sea level rise ‘a very complicated area of science’, renowned climate scientist says

Source: Radio New Zealand Climate scientist Dr Tamsin Edwards has contributed to the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report and is about to begin working on her seventh. Supplied It’s not something many of us are born with, being okay with uncertainty. Climate scientist Dr Tamsin Edwards has made it her day job. She’s listed among hundreds … Read more

Ensuring students get a world-leading education

Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s ensuring schools have a sharpened focus on lifting student achievement and attendance, education workforce governance is fit-for-purpose, and freedom of expression is upheld in universities, with the Education and Training Amendment Bill (No 2) passing its third reading in Parliament. “Student achievement is at the heart of the education … Read more

Lake Rotomanu closed to motorised boats after discovery of invasive clam

Source: Radio New Zealand Corbicula fluminea, an invasive freshwater clam was found in New Plymouth’s Lake Rotomanu. NIWA Taranaki Regional Council says New Plymouth’s Lake Rotomanu will be closed to motorised boats from tomorrow after the discovery of an invasive fresh water clam. It’s the first time the clam, Corbicula fluminea, has been found outside … Read more

Candace Owens’ 2026 Auckland event cancelled

Source: Radio New Zealand Candace Owens Speaks at an event in the US in 2023. AFP / ZACH D ROBERTS Far-right US influencer Candace Owens’ Auckland event next year has been cancelled, after the commentator was earlier denied entry into Australia. Owens lost her bid to enter Australia after the country’s highest court backed the … Read more

Call on government to introduce safety standards for baby carriers after an increase in injuries

Source: Radio New Zealand New figures from ACC show 11 claims for babies or toddlers with carrier related injuries in 2024, more than twice the number than the year before. There has also been eight claims so far this year, however there are no specific details of the incidents. It has prompted renewed calls for … Read more

Cifas and Trend Micro Announce Partnership to Combat Identity Fraud and Online Scams

Source: Media Outreach JustMe app empowers UK consumers to protect their identities and fight back against online scams and fraud HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 November 2025 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, and Cifas, the UK’s leading fraud prevention service, announced a partnership to … Read more

Digital Earth Session at 2025 WSTDF advances SDGs

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 November 2025 – The Thematic Session on Digital Earth Supporting Sustainable Development convened during the 2025 World Science and Technology Development Forum (WSTDF) in Beijing on Tuesday, bringing together 70 leading figures and representatives from research institutes and universities of 19 countries and relevant … Read more

Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster placed on leave from CEO role after release of damning report

Source: Radio New Zealand Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster. RNZ / REECE BAKER Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has been placed on leave from his role as chief executive of the Social Investment Agency, following the release of a damning Independent Police Conduct Authority report. The report found serious misconduct at the highest levels of … Read more

Candace Owens’ 2025 Auckland event cancelled

Source: Radio New Zealand Candace Owens Speaks at an event in the US in 2023. AFP / ZACH D ROBERTS Far-right US influencer Candace Owens’ Auckland event next year has been cancelled, after the commentator was earlier denied entry into Australia. Owens lost her bid to enter Australia after the country’s highest court backed the … Read more

Government installs Inspector General of Police after McSkimming report

Source: Radio New Zealand “The public need to have trust in the police,” say government ministers, who will appoint an Inspector General of Police, after a damning report into handling of the Jevon McSkimming case. An investigation into police handling of complaints against the former Deputy Police Commissioner – released today – was critical of … Read more

Vehicle crashes into Palmerston North house

Source: Radio New Zealand The ute has significant damage to its front end. RNZ/Connor Johnson Two people have been injured after a vehicle crashed into house in Palmerston North. Officers were called to the scene on John F Kennedy Drive about 5pm. Car parts and engine fluid remain littered amongst a smashed fence at a … Read more

8 in 10 people in Singapore delayed medical care to prioritise work and avoid burdening family

Source: Media Outreach Uncertainty over where to seek help, along with worries about cost are also major barriers Better understanding of health costs and support for patients at every step are key to improving patient experiences SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 November 2025 – Recognised globally for its excellence, Singapore has built a … Read more

‘Inexcusable conduct’: Police Commissioner says lack of leadership over McSkimming

Source: Radio New Zealand Police Commissioner Richard Chambers. Mark Papalii The Police Commssioner says police showed a “lack of leadership” in how they responded to accusations of sexual offending by former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. A report by the Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) was released on Tuesday, detailing serious misconduct, Shortly after the report … Read more

Watch live: Government installs Inspector General of Police after McSkimming report

Source: Radio New Zealand Jevon McSkimming during his time as Deputy Police Commissioner. Getty Images The government will install an Inspector General of Police following a damning report into police conduct, the Public Service Minister says. Watch a live stream of a media conference with Public Service Minister Judith Collins: An investigation into police handling … Read more

Serious misconduct at highest levels: Police slammed in IPCA’s McSkimming report

Source: Radio New Zealand Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. RNZ / Mark Papalii A scathing report by the police watchdog has found serious misconduct at the highest levels of police including former Commissioner Andrew Coster over how police responded to accusations of sexual offending by former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. The allegations arose from … Read more

Fire Safety – Restricted fire season for Coastal Wairarapa

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Wairarapa’s Northern, Central, and Southern Coasts will move into a restricted fire season from 8am on Wednesday 12 November until further notice. A restricted fire season means a permit is required from Fire and Emergency New Zealand to light a fire in the open air. Wellington District Community Risk Manager … Read more

Defence news – New Zealand Defence Force ready for high-risk weather season

Source: New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) As the South West Pacific high-risk weather season from November to April gets underway, the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) is reinforcing preparedness of its response capabilities. The frigate HMNZS Te Kaha and the multi-role ship HMNZS Canterbury and their crews, the Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief Task Unit … Read more

First Responders – Tongariro National Park Fire #14

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand continues to move from offensive firefighting to patrolling and monitoring the area burnt by the fire in Tongariro National Park, but is still treating the area as a live fireground. District Commander Nigel Dravitzki says that no obvious signs of fire have been seen today. … Read more

Transporting New Zealand welcomes the introduction of roadside drug testing

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Road freight association Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is welcoming the announcement from the government confirming which drugs will be tested under the new roadside drug testing regime, which is to be gradually rolled out across New Zealand from this December. The four drugs being screened are THC (cannabis), methamphetamine … Read more

Statement from Police Commissioner Richard Chambers on IPCA findings

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Police Commissioner Richard Chambers: The findings of the IPCA review into the Police handling of complaints against Jevon McSkimming show inexcusable conduct by former senior leaders of NZ Police. The events and findings set out in the IPCA report made for appalling reading and showed a total lack of … Read more

Police ‘failed’ woman who accused Jevon McSkimming of sexual offending, her lawyer says

Source: Radio New Zealand Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. POOL A lawyer for a woman who accused former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming of sexual offending says police failed his client by dismissing her complaints and ultimately prosecuting her for speaking out. The allegations arose from an affair between McSkimming and the woman who … Read more

Fire investigators seek dashcam footage of Tongariro blaze

Source: Radio New Zealand Fire investigators looking into the blaze in Tongariro National Park are asking for dashcam footage from drivers in the area. Fire and Emergency (FENZ) said it wanted to hear from anyone with a dashcam who was on State Highway 47 on Saturday afternoon between 1-3pm . A particular area of interest … Read more

Blue Cross Drives Excellence Through Customer-Centric Innovation

Source: Media Outreach Receives industry accolades for claims management and digital transformation Achieves top customer NPS ranking and strong business growth of 24% HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 November 2025 – Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited (“Blue Cross”) upholds its customer-centric philosophy by actively introducing innovative technologies to enhance operational efficiency … Read more

Damning IPCA report prompts oversight move

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking steps to establish the strongest possible oversight of the New Zealand Police following a damning report into the Police handling of complaints against former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming. “The Independent Police Conduct Authority (IPCA) has conducted a wide-ranging and comprehensive review, and its findings are extremely concerning … Read more

Traffic congestion-busting Bill passes third reading

Source: New Zealand Government The Land Transport Management (Time of Use Charging) Amendment Bill has passed its third reading in Parliament, marking a major step forward in tackling congestion and improving travel times on New Zealand’s busiest roads, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “Sitting in traffic wastes time, costs money, and drags down productivity,” Mr Bishop … Read more