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Source: Radio New Zealand Wild deer can be found in both the North and South Islands of New Zealand on public conservation land and private property. Supplied In a war between hunters and conservationists over the control of one of our most damaging pests, only the deer are winning. It’s nearly 100 years since deer … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Associate Education Minister David Seymour. RNZ / Mark Papalii The Education Ministry says the English and maths curriculums introduced by primary schools this year have had a bigger impact than expected. Appearing before Parliament’s Education and Workforce Select Committee, the ministry’s chief executive, Ellen MacGregor-Reid, said she was thrilled for children. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The telltale signs that Christmas is coming have begun appearing in shops and malls around the country. Fairy lights and tinsel adorn store displays while Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want for Christmas’ plays on repeat. Nowhere is the intersection of tradition and commercialisation more apparent than in the Christmas movie genre. … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Global butter prices are falling. RNZ / Unsplash Finally, some good news for butter lovers: Global prices are falling. But there remains some bad news: Any fall in the price you see at the supermarket is not likely to be as fast, or as large, as the increase you experienced when … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Auckland and Wellington remain the parts of the country with prices furthest from their peak – but one property investor says one is looking more undervalued than the other at the moment. Cotality has released its latest data, which shows a 0.1 percent lift in values for New Zealand in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Defence Minister Judith Collins (L) and Foreign Minister Winston Peters. RNZ/Calvin Samuel The government is putting $15 million towards a United States and NATO initiative to supply weapons and equipment to Ukraine, the Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL). Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Judith Collins revealed the decision in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A defective switch caused an engine on an Air New Zealand Airbus A320 plane to shut down during a flight last year. AIR NEW ZEALAND The Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) says it is unsure how many planes are likely to be affected by a defective switch which caused an engine … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Ultra Worldwide Music Festival is coming to the country for the first time next year. Supplied / Ultra Australia The capital is to host what’s being touted as the most recognised brand of dance music. Ultra Worldwide Music Festival is coming to the country for the first time next year, and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ first reported on years-long ructions at the unit that treats abused children, Te Puaruruhau, in October. RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly Health New Zealand spent almost a quarter of a million dollars on a lawyer to look into claims of bullying at Auckland’s Starship Hospital and how to fix it. That … Read more
Source: Media Outreach ARXAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – The 20th Arxan Ice and Snow Festival kicked off on Nov. 15. Arxan, located at the southwestern foot of the Dahinggan Mountains and at the intersection of four major grasslands, has become an increasingly popular tourist destination in recent years thanks … Read more
Source: Media Outreach XIAMEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – The yacht Bao Hai Hui set sail from Xiamen in Southeast China’s Fujian Province towards the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on November 23rd, marking Xiamen Port’s official resumption of direct yacht services after a six-year hiatus. This not only strengthens … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Rugby World Cup trophy. Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz The All Blacks will face the Wallabies in their pool at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, after the tournament draw has now been completed in Sydney. Both sides have been drawn in Pool A, along with qualifiers Chile and Hong Kong China – two … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) is taking a major step forward in its internationalisation journey with two new strategic partnerships aimed at expanding the pipeline of CA (Singapore)-qualified talent and supporting Singapore companies growing their presence overseas. As global businesses … Read more
Source: Media Outreach IPOH, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – In the heart of Perak, where colonial charm meets modern ambition, WEIL Hotel stands as a quiet revolution in Malaysia’s hospitality landscape. Since earning its five-star accolade in 2009, the hotel has done more than welcome guests — it has redefined … Read more
Source: Media Outreach NEW YORK, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – Four weeks before Christmas, 1win has launched an Advent Calendar in partnership with its global brand ambassador Jon Jones, the legendary MMA champion. The “1wish Season with Santa Jones” is a 21-day charity challenge hosted by Jon Jones on Instagram … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Programme focuses on film and television content and creates a structured pathway for local talent to progress across the entire media value chain from ideation to global distribution. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has launched a new development programme, the Talent … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – As Singapore’s economy continues to evolve, the pursuit of education is no longer a linear journey. For many learners, choosing between full-time and part-time study has become a pivotal decision, one that shapes long-term career prospects, financial planning, and personal development. At … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Housing Minister Chris Bishop (left) and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka (right) taking questions at a Select Committee. Anneke Smith Housing Minister Chris Bishop is encouraging tenants to negotiate a cheaper deal as rent prices drop. Rental prices fell their lowest level in two years in September, prompting some landlords to … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Ashvin Illangeshwaran says exchanging letters helped him learn a new culture. Ashvin Illangeshwaran Today, the average New Zealand Post letter drop off point gets less than two letters per week. But in a world where technology means we are only one tap away from seeing friends and families, some young people … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – The Asia School of Business (ASB) today reaffirmed its position as a leading institution for AI-driven leadership in Asia by hosting the AI-Powered Leadership Conference, which convened global AI pioneers, CEOs, regional innovators, and policymakers to explore the future of … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – ‘Tis the Season to Be Festive! Step into the Season of Sparks and indulge at Hokkaido Table, Velvet Restaurant and Bar, Kissa Cafe and Diner, and JIN Gastrobar – where every moment shimmers with festive luxury and cinematic wonder. Treat … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the woman who died following a crash in Sheffield on 19 November. She was 68-year-old Glenda Sally Douglas, of Cobden. Our condolences are with her family and friends during this difficult time. A 32-year-old Swiss national charged in relation to this crash is set … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The New Zealand Women’s R4 Rafting team from Rangitikei has made it to Malaysia to compete in the International Rafting Federation World Championships. Supplied Five rafting wahine have paddled their way to the top after shovelling poo to get there. The New Zealand Women’s R4 Rafting team from Rangitikei has made … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Michael Bracewell Andrew Cornaga / www.photosport.nz / Photosport Ltd 2025 The Black Caps have taken firm control of the first cricket test against the West Indies in Christchurch. A five wicket haul for Jacob Duffy saw the Windies dismissed for just 167, handing New Zealand a first innings lead of 64. … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BITUNG, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – OceanX and Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) have begun a deep-ocean expedition to investigate the Sulawesi seamount chain, one of the most remote and least understood areas of the Indo-Pacific. The mission will run from December through January and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Explainer – Whether it’s a Metallica concert, the Santa Parade or, yes, even the much-hyped opening of IKEA, Auckland Transport Operation Centre is tasked with trying to keep people moving. It looks a little bit like NASA’s Mission Control, with dozens of monitors and computer screens all humming away with eyes … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BALI, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 December 2025 – The winners of the 2025 Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability Awards (ACES) were announced in Bali, Indonesia. He Eye Specialist Hospital Group (HESH), Stock Code: 301103, a technology-driven publicly listed company in China’s eye health sector, was named a winner. The … Read more