Greymouth homicide update – arrest made

Source: New Zealand Police To be attributed to Inspector Jacqui Corner, West Coast Area Commander:  A 16-year-old male has been charged with the murder of Donald Baikie in Greymouth on 30 September. The male was arrested last night and will appear in Greymouth Youth Court this morning. Police have completed a scene examination at the … Read more

New investment to boost NZ bioeconomy and drive export-led growth

Source: New Zealand Government A major government investment in cutting-edge science will unlock new economic opportunities by transforming New Zealand’s unique natural resources into high-value pharmaceutical and bio-based exports, Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti announced today. The Government is investing over $42 million across seven years to establish a Biodiscovery Platform, designed … Read more

NTT DATA certified as a Best Place to Work and Best Place to Work for Women for the second year in a row

Source: Media Outreach NEW YORK, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 October 2025 – NTT DATA, the global leader in IT services, has once again been recognized among the Best Places to Work in the USA and earned the distinction of Best Place to Work for Women for 2025. This marks the second consecutive … Read more

JAM OFF 2025 Makes History With First-Ever Music Concerts Inside Universal Studios Singapore

Source: Media Outreach Rain, Ekin Cheng, Hins Cheung and other music icons brought on the festival energy as part of Grand Prix™ Season Singapore 2025 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 October 2025 – JAM OFF 2025 roared back into Singapore last weekend, igniting Resorts World Sentosa with two unforgettable days of star-studded performances, … Read more

De Beers Group Unveils “Desert Diamonds” at JGW

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 October 2025 – From September 17th to 19th, 2025, De Beers Group, the world’s leading diamond company, made a dazzling appearance at the Jewellery & Gem WORLD, unveiling the exceptional allure of “Desert diamonds” – gradient-coloured natural diamonds. During the event, De Beers … Read more

“MUAYTHAI Power for All in Malaysia” Achieves Outstanding Success Reinforcing Thai Soft Power and Driving Muaythai onto the Global Stage

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 October 2025 – The Professional Boxing Association of Thailand, in collaboration with the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) and the National Sports Development Fund (NSDF), continues to advance Thailand’s national Soft Power strategy through the program “MUAYTHAI Power for All in Malaysia,” held from … Read more

G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch]: Global Icon to Embark on Highly Anticipated TourAcross Multiple Cities Worldwide

Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 October 2025 – Legendary global icon G-DRAGON has officially revealed the details of his much-awaited world tour, G-DRAGON 2025 WORLD TOUR [Übermensch], making his triumphant return to the global stage. In collaboration with Galaxy Corporation and AEG Presents, the tour promises an electrifying experience … Read more

Update on fatal fire, Bucklands Beach

Source: New Zealand Police An investigation continues into a fatal fire in the early hours of Thursday morning. Detective Inspector Tofilau Faamanuia Va’aelua, Counties Manukau CIB, says the Police investigation remains in the early stages. “The cause of the fire has not been determined and we are working with fire investigators as part of those … Read more

Tenchijin to Exhibit at Malaysia International Water Convention 2025 and Deliver Presentation

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 October 2025 – Tenchijin Inc., a space-tech innovator transforming sustainable water infrastructure management, is going to participate in the Malaysia International Water Convention (MIWC) 2025, which will be held from October 14 to 16, 2025, at the World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur. The … Read more

Pokeno on-ramp northbound closed

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised to expect delays following a crash in Pokeno this afternoon. Emergency services are responding to the two vehicle crash, involving a truck, at the Great South Road on-ramp northbound. There are no reports of injury, however a chemical spill has meant the road will be closed until … Read more

Have you seen Walter?

Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing for sightings of Walter Brown who is missing in the Auckland region. Walter, 56, has been reported missing from a care facility in the Papakura area. He went home to see family in Papatoetoe on the weekend of 20 September but failed to return and was reported missing … Read more

Gisborne homicide update + name release

Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in a position to name the victim of a homicide in Gisborne on Monday. He was Bill Pine Maangi, aged 36, of Te Hapara, Gisborne. Detective Inspector Martin James said Police were continuing to support Mr Maangi’s family and keep them updated on the investigation. Police were called … Read more

Appointments to QEII National Trust and Ngā Whenua Rāhui Komiti

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  03 October 2025 Source:  Office of the Minister of Conservation “The Queen Elizabeth II National Trust and Ngā Whenua Rāhui play critical roles in supporting landowners and protecting of conservation values, encouraging private entities to think about naturing,” says Mr Potaka. “I am delighted to confirm such excellent appointments to strengthen … Read more

Auckland Museum – Dive into the world of Sharks at Auckland Museum this Summer

Source: Auckland Museum Sharks is set to take centre stage at Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum this Summer, opening Wednesday 10 December 2025.   Sharks invites families, students and enthusiasts into a world dominated by members of the shark family to explore their genetic diversity, territories, interactions and significance to ocean ecosystems. Created … Read more

Pacific – Vatu Dei Release Debut Album for Fijian Language Week 2025

Source: Kane Parsons The bold and beautiful harmonies of Fijian songs and storytelling are set to reach a wider audience with the announcement that Vatu Dei are releasing their debut album this October as part of their Pasifika Artist in Residence for Palmerston North. The album, produced in collaboration with The KaRs and Hokozoo Productions, … Read more

Health and Employment – Te Whatu Ora nurses, midwives, health care assistants and kaimahi hauora vote to strike on 23 October

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Frustration over their patient safety concerns remaining unaddressed after a year of bargaining has resulted in more than 36,000 NZNO nurses, midwives, health care assistants and kaimahi hauora voting to take further strike action. The Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa NZNO members today voted to hold a four-hour strike from 11am … Read more

Building a strong and resilient defence industry

Source: New Zealand Government Supporting New Zealand industry to deliver defence equipment and infrastructure while growing local businesses is behind a strategy launched today by Defence Minister Judith Collins and Associate Defence Minister Chris Penk. “Earlier this year we released the 2025 Defence Capability Plan (DCP), which outlines our path to double defence spending in … Read more

Geely Riddara Launches RD6 Econ All-electric Pickup in Southeast Asia

Source: Media Outreach HANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 October 2025 – Geely Riddara launches the RD6 Econ all-electric pickup in Laos and the Philippines, with rollouts to Thailand, Malaysia, and Pakistan—Positioned as an economical, dual-use pickup for commercial and personal needs, the RD6 Econ combines outstanding cost efficiency with optimized energy consumption … Read more

Second Fast-track housing development project gets green light

Source: New Zealand Government Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones have welcomed the approval of the second housing project under the Fast-track Approvals Act.  Fulton Hogan Land Development Limited lodged an application for the Milldale project in April 2025, which has now been approved by an independent expert panel. Minister Bishop … Read more

Police incident, Henderson

Source: New Zealand Police Police can advise cordons have now been lifted following an earlier incident in Henderson. A man has been taken into custody and charges are being considered. Motorists are advised Lincoln Road and Sel Peacock Drive are now open. Police would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding while … Read more

Health targets: faster gynaecology care in Counties Manukau

Source: New Zealand Government Women in Counties Manukau are now receiving specialist gynaecology care much sooner, with long waits for a first specialist assessment significantly reduced over the past year, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “In June last year, more than 305 women in Counties Manukau had been waiting over four months for their first … Read more

Port Otago Rail Siding Opening

Source: New Zealand Government Good morning. Port Otago directors, management and workers, thank you for hosting us here today. It is good to share this milestone with you and your Southern Link Logistics Park partners Dynes Transport and also KiwiRail. Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich, local and regional councillors, Dunedin Railways, and other community members, thank … Read more

Police responding to incident, Henderson

Source: New Zealand Police Police are responding to an incident in Henderson this afternoon. Police were called just after midday following a report of a man making threatening comments. The man is now in custody. The intersection of Lincoln Road and Sel Peacock Drive has been cordoned off while Police respond. The public is advised … Read more

Road blocked, State Highway 1, Karapiro

Source: New Zealand Police A tree is blocking State Highway 1 at Karapiro, which is expected to remain closed for some time. Police became aware of the blockage, just north of the township, around 11:35am. Traffic is backed up from Cambridge – the road is expected to be closed for several hours while the tree … Read more

Anti-social biker’s stolen ride seized in Rotorua

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Senior Sergeant John Stapleford, Rotorua Road Policing Manager: A stolen trail bike was located and impounded in Rotorua this week. Its rider was arrested, and the bike was reunited with its owner. This is the latest in a series of crackdowns on anti-social trail bike use in Rotorua. … Read more

Guidelines for the Role and Function of District Inspectors

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 3 October 2025 Document download Guidelines for the Role and Function of District Inspectors (pdf,523.57 KB) View all files and formats These guidelines have been prepared to help District Inspectors in the exercise of their powers, duties, and functions. As well as exercising the powers, duties and … Read more

Port Chalmers rail siding unlocks regional growth

Source: New Zealand Government Completion of Port Otago’s container terminal rail siding marks an important milestone for the Southern Link Logistics Park partnership, Rail Minister Winston Peters and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones say. The $13.5 million siding at Port Chalmers in Dunedin is critical to the broader Southern Link Logistics Park inland port being … Read more