Name release: Fatal crash, SH1 Brynderwyn

Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in a position to release the names of the two people who were killed in a crash on State Highway 1, Brynderwyn on 17 October. They were Vicky-May Davies, 20, and Memphis Strachan, 20. Our thoughts are with their whanau and friends at this difficult time. Enquiries into … Read more

Northland News – Hull checks to resume soon

Source: Northland Regional Council Hull checks to resume soon – Divers are about to begin checking more than 2000 boat hulls around Te Taitokerau as the Northland Regional Council (NRC) begins its annual summer hunt for unwanted marine pests. Kaeden Leonard, the council’s Biosecurity Manager – Marine, says a combination of contractors and NRC scientific divers … Read more

Whakatāne crisis recovery café gets boost

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey announced on the final stop of the Rural Health Roadshow that Whakatāne’s Resilience Café, the town’s local crisis recovery café, will receive a funding boost from the Government. “Emergency departments aren’t always the best place for someone in mental distress. Crisis recovery cafés like Resilience, … Read more

Take care on the roads this Labour Weekend

Source: New Zealand Police Police warn road users to be wary of the consequences should you attempt to endanger your life, those in your vehicle, or others sharing the road this Labour Weekend. With the recent weather causing disruption around the country, it’s a reminder to everyone travelling to factor in the conditions – whether … Read more

Gaza – Dire living conditions in Gaza continue to impact people’s health despite ceasefire – MSF

Source: Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Diseases directly linked to poor living conditions account for 70 per cent of all of MSF’s outpatient consultations in our healthcare centres in southern Gaza in 2025. Jerusalem, 24 October 2025 – More than one million people are still being forced to survive on a tiny patch of … Read more

NZ-AU: Room by Room: Your Spring Home Glow-Up Sorted with SHEIN

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SYDNEY, Oct. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Spring is the season of transformation – and SHEIN’s Home Makeover Challenge is inspiring Australians everywhere to do just that. From small refreshes to full re-styles, the campaign celebrates creativity, individuality, and the simple joy of turning your house into a home. SHEIN’s community of … Read more

Government Cuts – Proposed cuts to specialist prevention ACC staff will cause more sexual violence and injuries – PSA

Source: PSA The PSA is criticising a new proposal from ACC that would mean a major overhaul of its Injury Prevention team. The proposal includes a loss of seven roles, including specialist Māori and sexual violence prevention roles. “We strongly oppose cutting specialist prevention workers at ACC, it will cause harm and cost us all more … Read more

Northland News – Environmental Leaders Fund grants allocated

Source: Northland Regional Council Twenty-two Northland schools and early childhood centres are to share in $42,000 of Northland Regional Council Environmental Leaders Funding for projects ranging from a food forest to water conservation efforts. Council Chief Executive Officer Jonathan Gibbard says the Environmental Leaders Fund (ELF) aims to support schools and early childhood centres (ECC) with … Read more

Transporting New Zealand’s Green Fleet Self-Assessment tool launched today

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand are introducing an online tool aimed at reducing road freight emissions at an Auckland event today. The Green Fleet Self-Assessment Tool is now live and freely available on Transporting New Zealand’s website. It outlines how fuel-efficient driver training and technologies, vehicle procurement standards, route planning, … Read more

Local News – Ensuring our children travel safely – Porirua City Council

Source: Porirua City Council The expired and damaged car seat collection in Porirua has rolled around once more. Porirua City Council road safety coordinator, Paulette Pavelich, says a car seat or booster seat is one of the most used pieces of equipment a parent owns, but many might not realise they expire between five and 10 … Read more

Employment and Politics – Strikes should be wake-up call and turning point for Government – PSA

Source: PSA The union for more than 18,000 health and ACC workers is urging the Government to ensure that employers come back to the bargaining table with fair offers that reflect the cost of living and the urgent need for safe staffing levels to keep them and patients safe. “The strikes yesterday should be a wake-up … Read more

Gaza – World Court Finds Israel Deliberately Starved Gaza; ISF Should Control Borders to Ensure Aid Delivery

Source: DAWN: (Washington, D.C., October 23, 2025) – The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) should incorporate an immediate arms embargo on Israel, international control of Gaza’s borders to end Israel’s siege, and a mandate for an international fact-finding mission as part of the International Stabilization Force (ISF) resolution currently under negotiation, said DAWN today. In … Read more

Man charged following cellphone tower arsons, Wanaka

Source: New Zealand Police A man has been arrested and charged in Wanaka in relation to a series of cellphone tower arsons in the area over the past few months. The 41-year-old has also been charged in relation to the Lindis Pass cell tower arson in early July. He is due to appear in Queenstown … Read more

Oxford Union Debate

Source: New Zealand Government [Speech delivered in the Oxford Union debate in the affirmative of the proposition ‘This House Believes That the Courts Now Undermine Democracy’.  NB the speech content is for the purposes of contesting the debate and is not an official statement of Government policy.] Good evening. This is a crucial debate because … Read more

State of local emergency declared for Southland Region

Source: New Zealand Government The Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery Mark Mitchell declared a state of local emergency for the Southland Region at 9am this morning. “A state of local emergency is necessary as a precautionary step due to concern about the potential impacts from power outages on other lifeline utilities in the Southland … Read more

Police warn businesses to stay alert

Source: New Zealand Police Waitematā Police are reminding businesses to be vigilant, after a spate of attempted fraudulent activity in recent weeks. Waitematā CIB Detective Sergeant Mark Renfree says Police are aware of four recent incidents where a person or persons have attempted to obtain goods fraudulently. “In each case, an individual has called a … Read more

Government funds more helicopter replacements

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is investing in seven more emergency helicopters to replace some of New Zealand’s ageing air ambulance fleet, Associate Health Minister Casey Costello announced today.  An additional $12.6 million is being invested this financial year, $7.3 million by Health New Zealand and $5.3 million by ACC, to enable the country’s … Read more

Total fire ban in Canterbury until Monday

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Superintendent Tony Hill, Canterbury District Commander: Canterbury Police are disappointed with fires being lit despite a total fire ban in place across the region, which extends to Monday. Police will be investigating any suspicious fires and may prosecute those responsible, with investigations underway of reported fires since the … Read more

Further campsites found in Phillips investigation

Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating the disappearance of Tom Phillips and his children have located what are believed to be the family’s primary campsites. Two large, established and heavily concealed structures were discovered in recent weeks in dense bush surrounding Marokopa. Detective Superintendent Ross McKay says enquiries to date indicate the Phillips family moved … Read more

Fatal crash, Cavendish

Source: New Zealand Police One person has died after a single-vehicle crash in Cavendish, Ashburton, overnight. Police were called to the scene on Anama Valetta Road about 10.45pm. One person died at the scene. Another was transported to hospital with serious injuries. The Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene, and enquiries into the circumstances … Read more

Missing man located, Avondale

Source: New Zealand Police Location: Auckland City Police can advise the 35-year-old man reported missing yesterday from the Avondale area has been located safe and well. Police would like to thank those who contacted us following our appeal for information. ENDS. Holly McKay/NZ Police MIL OSI

Tamaki Drive, Parnell reopened

Source: New Zealand Police Tamaki Drive has reopened following a fatal crash between a bus and a car on Wednesday night. Police would like to thank all road users for their patience and understanding. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash remain ongoing. ENDS. Holly McKay/NZ Police MIL OSI

ASB economists: Fonterra’s proposed capital return could unlock $4.5bn in spending

Source: ASB ASB economists say the proposed sale of Fonterra’s Anchor and Mainland brands could unlock around $4.5 billion in additional spending as any sales proceeds flow through the New Zealand economy, with nearly half ($2.2 billion) going to three key sectors: manufacturing, retail/accommodation, and real estate. Fonterra’s proposed sale of its Anchor and Mainland … Read more

Greenhouse gas emissions fall 1.5 percent in the June 2025 quarter – Greenhouse gas emissions (industry and household): June 2025 quarter – Stats NZ news story and information release

Greenhouse gas emissions fall 1.5 percent in the June 2025 quarter – news story 23 October 2025 Seasonally adjusted industry and household greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Aotearoa New Zealand decreased 1.5 percent (287 kilotonnes) in the June 2025 quarter, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. “The fall in emissions this quarter was mainly … Read more

HKPC Releases “AI Readiness in Workplace Survey 2025” AI Adoption Approaches 90%, Talent Shortage is the Biggest Challenge; Eight Key Recommendations to Deeply Integrate AI with Industry Digital Transformation

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 October 2025 – The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) today released the results of the “AI Readiness in Workplace Survey 2025”, which delves into the overall readiness, actual needs, challenges and future development opportunities of local enterprises in the application of artificial intelligence … Read more

Regent Hong Kong achieved the highest rating from The Most Perfect View Certified Program

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG / SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 October 2025 – Regent Hong Kong has etched its name in hospitality history by becoming the first and only hotel in Asia with the best views to secure a flawless 100/100 rating from The Most Perfect View Certified Program. This recognition cements … Read more

NZ-AU: IREN to Release Q1 FY26 Results on November 6, 2025

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) (“IREN”) today announced that it will release its financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2025, on Thursday, November 6, 2025 and host a conference call beginning at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The webcast will be recorded, and the … Read more