Arrests in Auckland CBD following flee

Source: New Zealand Police Two people have been taken into custody following a fleeing driver incident this afternoon. At about 12.25pm, Police observed a vehicle with no front number plate travelling through Ponsonby. Acting Inspector Matt Limrick says units signalled for the vehicle to stop but it failed to do so, instead continuing on along … Read more

After brave comeback, Black Fern Awhina Tangen-Wainohu forced to retire with neck injury

Source: Radio New Zealand Awhina Tangen-Wainohu of New Zealand in action during the 2021 World Cup. PHOTOSPORT Black Ferns prop Awhina Tangen-Wainohu has announced her retirement from international rugby due to a career-ending neck injury. Tangen-Wainohu played 10 tests for New Zealand, and was a member of the 2021 World Cup winning squad. Named in … Read more

Four arrests, 53 infringement notices after large bike event in West Auckland

Source: Radio New Zealand The group of riders went from Henderson to New Lynn on Sunday. (File photo) Four people have been arrested and 53 infringement notices were issued by police following a large-scale bike event in West Auckland on Sunday. The event, which police said had been advertised on social media, was attended by … Read more

Employers’ groups and unions divided over the merits of scrapping third-year fees-free

Source: Radio New Zealand The government has announced that it will scrap the third-year fees-free tertiary scheme. RNZ / Richard Tindiller The government’s proposal to scrap the third-year fees-free tertiary scheme and redirect some of the funds towards trades training is being welcomed by business leaders. However, the Council of Trade Unions argues the move … Read more

Suanova, a Subsidiary of Yeebo, Unveils Hong Kong’s First Token‑Based NeoCloud Platform, cube-router.com

Source: Media Outreach Powering the Evolution of AI Computing from “Resource‑Driven” to “Value‑Driven”Aspiring to Become the “Infrastructure Operator” for the AI Era HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 May 2026 – Suanova Technology Limited (“Suanova”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yeebo (International Holdings) Limited (“Yeebo” or the “Company”, stock code: 00259.HK, together with … Read more

Traffic stop lands driver in court

Source: New Zealand Police A late-night drive in Auckland on Sunday night ended with a date to attend court. Senior Sergeant Bill Russell, Northern Districts Motorways Coordinator says around 1.40am units patrolling the motorway network sighted the vehicle traveling on the Northwestern Motorway, near St Luke’s. “Officers recognised this vehicle as one that should not … Read more

The do’s and don’ts of picking fruit in your neighbourhood

Source: Radio New Zealand Foraging is becoming more popular as fruit and vegetable prices rise, but experts say there are some basic rules people should follow. RNZ/Sally Round As the cost of living rises, some people are becoming more creative about where they find food. Foraging has become one option as fruit and vegetable prices … Read more

Te Pāti Māori splits as MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi announces new Te Tai Tokerau Party

Source: Radio New Zealand Mariameno Kapa-Kingi. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Te Tai Tokerau MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi has announced a new political party – named after her electorate. The MP was expelled from Te Pāti Māori last year, before the High Court ruled her suspension and expulsion was unlawful. Kapa-Kingi was reinstated to the party in … Read more

Wiseland Eyecare Integrates Optical Coherence Tomography to Support More Detailed Eye Health Assessment

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 May 2026 – Wiseland Eyecare has introduced Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) into its clinical eye health assessment process, strengthening its ability to examine the retina and optic nerve beyond standard prescription checks. Wiseland Eyecare to Support More Informed Eye Health Decisions Many individuals rely on … Read more

Proposed NZ20 cricket league still more than a year away

Source: Radio New Zealand Ben Pomare and Scott Kuggeleijn celebrate the Northern Brave Super Smash Grand Final win, 2026. © Photosport Ltd 2026 www.photosport.nz A proposed New Zealand T20 League won’t be played until the 2027-28 season at the earliest with the Super Smash to continue for at least one more summer. In March New … Read more

Yeebo has Fully Withdrawn from the Suzhou QingYue Board, Ceased All Involvement in Financial and Operational Decisions

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 May 2026 – Yeebo (International Holdings) Limited (“Yeebo” or the “Company”, stock code: 259, together with its subsidiaries is referred to as the “Group”) today responded to the preliminary notice of penalty issued by China Securities Regulatory Commission (“CSRC”) against Suzhou QingYue Optoelectronics … Read more

Arrests and impounds for bicycle riding group

Source: New Zealand Police Police have made four arrests, impounded one vehicle and issued 53 infringement notices following a large-scale bicycle event in Henderson yesterday. Acting Inspector Damian Albert, Waitematā Road Policing Manager says the event, which was advertised on social media, was attended by approximately 120 riders. “This group travelled a round trip from … Read more

Keeping Waitākere Hospital flowing this winter

Source: New Zealand Government A new transitional lounge opens today at Waitākere Hospital, helping patients leave hospital sooner when they are medically ready and freeing up beds for those needing urgent or emergency care, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “This change supports a smoother discharge process and faster access to care for other patients. By … Read more

Aucklanders asked for feedback on skatepark use

Source: Auckland Council Skateboard? Scooter? Bicycle? How do you use Auckland Council’s network of skateparks? Aucklanders now have their chance to give their feedback about skatepark use through a Have Your Say consultation that runs until 1 June. Feedback from the consultation will be used to develop a regional skatepark plan for Tāmaki Makaurau. Deputy … Read more

Greens call on Government to act on power bills before winter

Source: Green Party The Green Party is calling on the Government to use every tool they have as shareholding Ministers of the major gentailers to bring power bills down before winter, after new data shows tens of thousands more households can’t afford to keep warm. “No New Zealander should be left in the cold and dark this winter while the Government’s … Read more

Government cuts education funding while youth unemployment soars

Source: Green Party Green Party Co-leader Marama Davidson says the Government is callously trading away New Zealanders’ education opportunities to pay for tax cuts for the super-rich. “Unemployment has soared since Luxon came to power, and the situation is even worse for our young people,” Davidson says.  “While Luxon, Peters and Seymour have no hesitation … Read more

Century-old locket lost at Auckland supermarket re-united with its owner

Source: Radio New Zealand Counties Manukau South Area Commander, Inspector Jared Pirret with Cameron who was able to collect his mother’s lost locket. NZ Police A century-old gold locket found at a South Auckland supermarket has been re-united with its owner in Thames, months, after it was lost. Thames woman Merle Brett was on her … Read more

Earth Sciences – New energy calculator helps glasshouse growers cut fuel risk and future‑proof food production

Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand As New Zealand grapples with rising energy costs and uncertain supply chains, questions about our fuel security and food security are becoming tightly knotted together. Our country relies year-round on our covered crop growers to produce affordable quality fresh produce. This includes 95% of our tomatoes, capsicums and cucumbers. Many … Read more

Is this the most Michelin-starred chef you’ve never heard of?

Source: Radio New Zealand In the gardens of Paris’ emblematic Champs Élysées, tucked behind the Petit Palais where works by Rembrandt, Gauguin and Cézanne decorate the walls, is an ornate two-story Neoclassical building with a buttercream and forest green façade. The Pavillon Ledoyen is a historic restaurant that since 1792 has hosted names like Monet, … Read more

Health – Culture of fear at understaffed, dilapidated Hillmorton Hospital

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation A new survey of 186 nurses and care staff at Christchurch’s Hillmorton Hospital has revealed a disturbing picture of overworked staff too scared to speak out about the state of the facility, NZNO says. Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa NZNO delegate and Hillmorton nurse Sarah Jane Perkin says understaffing is at … Read more

Defence News – NZ Army takes jungle warfare lessons from Philippines exercise

Source: New Zealand Defence Force The New Zealand Army has completed its first Exercise Balikatan in the Philippines, improving its ability to fight a modern war amid the heat, humidity and venomous snakes and insects of the jungle. New Zealand, Australia, Philippines, United States, Canada, France and Japan celebrated the successful completion of Balikatan 2026 … Read more

Government backs growth of trusted voluntary nature and carbon markets

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Minister for the Environment Andrew Hoggard today announced the Government’s approach to grow New Zealand’s voluntary nature and carbon markets – backed by a new assurance role to give buyers and landowners confidence in what they are investing in.“Think of it like a warrant of fitness for the market,” says … Read more

Shane van Gisbergen powers to New York NASCAR win

Source: Radio New Zealand Shane Van Gisbergen leads the field during the NASCAR Cup series race at Watkins Glen race track in New York. AFP Shane van Gisbergen has put on another consummate display of road race driving to easily win the latest round of the NASCAR Cup series in New York. The New Zealand … Read more

Internet outage hits Auckland suburbs

Source: Radio New Zealand The Chorus website showed outages in several South Auckland suburbs. Chorus / screenshot An estimated 2500 homes and businesses in South Auckland are affected by an internet outage. Chorus said it had identified damaged copper and fibre cables impacting about 600 copper voice and broadband customers, and 1900 fibre broadband customers. … Read more

Wellington bar Red Square to close after ’23 legendary years’

Source: Radio New Zealand File photo. Unsplash / Lucas Santos Long time Wellington bar, Red Square, has announced it will be closing at the end of this month. “As with everything, all good things must come to an end,” the bar wrote on social media. “Over and incredible 23 years, Red Square has been a … Read more

Wellington Electricity says power bills could rise for customers to keep lines reliable

Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF Wellington Electricity says it likely needs to eke out another $10 to $20 a month from customers to keep the power lines reliable. That would be over and above approved increases by the regulatory each April through to 2030. Christchurch lines company Orion was also writing to the Commerce Commission … Read more

Combining forces on illicit tobacco

Source: New Zealand Government Customs, Police, Health New Zealand, and the Ministry of Health have joined forces to better target and dismantle the illegal tobacco trade, Customs Minister Casey Costello announced today. “Customs is seizing increasing quantities of black-market cigarettes and tobacco and there are more widespread and blatant retail sales of these illegal products,” … Read more