SH1 crash causing delays, Goodwood Heights

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised to expect delays following a multi-vehicle crash on the Southern Motorway this morning. Police were called following the crash, involving four vehicles, on State Highway 1, Goodwood Heights at about 10.15am. One northbound lane has been closed while emergency services respond. One person has been transported to … Read more

CER Trade Ministers to discuss more ambitious Single Economic Market (SEM)

Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay will meet Australian Trade Minister Senator Don Farrell in Adelaide today for the Annual Closer Economic Relations (CER) Trade Ministers’ Meeting, to accelerate plans for a more ambitious Single Economic Market (SEM) — deepening integration between the two economies to boost trade, investment, and business … Read more

Environment – ‘Nitrate emergency starts here’: Greenpeace pins blame on Canterbury dairy conversions

Source: Greenpeace ‘The Nitrate Emergency: it starts here.’ That’s what a freshly-installed Fonterra farm sign said outside Canterbury’s first complete dairy conversion this morning. Greenpeace installed the modified Fonterra sign saying that there can be no new dairy expansion in a nitrate emergency. Greenpeace spokesperson Will Appelbe says “The dirty dairy industry, led by Fonterra, is … Read more

Agriculture – New movement restrictions boost Otago’s bovine TB protection

Source: OSPRI New Zealand Disease eradication agency OSPRI’s introduction of a new Movement Control Area this week adds to initiatives already underway in Otago to eradicate bovine TB. Restricting the movement of livestock is intended to be a precautionary measure, limiting disease spread. The number of infected herds in the region has reduced recently to five … Read more

Advocacy – New Zealand Activists Abducted – PFNZ

Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand (PFNZ) The Palestine Forum of New Zealand expresses its deep alarm and outrage at the abduction of Rana Hamida, Samuel Leason, and Youssef Sammour. These three New Zealanders, committed to justice and human rights, have been unlawfully taken while engaging in peaceful advocacy for Palestine. Their abduction is a … Read more

Health – KEYTRUDA® (pembrolizumab) for certain patients with high risk early-stage triple negative breast cancer (eTNBC) now on Pharmac’s waitlist

Source: Merck Sharp & Dohme (New Zealand)  (MSD) Auckland, New Zealand, 3 October 2025 – October is breast cancer awareness month, and Merck Sharp & Dohme (New Zealand) Limited (MSD) (tradename of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA (NYSE: MRK) is pleased to share that KEYTRUDA, an immunotherapy medicine for the treatment of certain patients … Read more

Major roof upgrade serves it up for tennis stars

Source: New Zealand Government It’s game, set and match for sports fans, with the Government announcing a $5 million investment in a new Centre Court roof for Auckland’s Manuka Doctor Arena. “I’m thrilled our recent support package for major events and tourism will help secure the future of this important sporting asset for Auckland and … Read more

Employment and Health – Mental health workers say they’ve had enough – vote to strike on 23 October – PSA

Source: PSA More than 3,500 mental health and public health nurses and mental health assistants have voted to strike for 24 hours on Thursday 23 October in support of their claim for better pay and conditions. The workers, who are PSA members, voted overwhelmingly to take strike action following the failure of Health NZ Te Whatu … Read more

Sunlight REIT Attainment of a Five-Star Rating in 2025 GRESB Real Estate Assessment

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 October 2025 – Henderson Sunlight Asset Management Limited (the “Manager“) is pleased to announce that Sunlight REIT has attained the highestfive-star rating in the 2025 GRESB Real Estate Assessment (“GRESB Assessment“), as well as a Grade A rating in Public Disclosure for the … Read more

Price index methods – updates for the September 2025 quarter – Stats NZ methods paper

Price index methods – updates for the September 2025 quarter – methods paper 2 October 2025 This page summarises methodological updates for Stats NZ’s price indexes for the September 2025 quarter. Visit our website to read this methods paper: For enquiries contact: James Griffin, Wellington, 04 931 4600, info@stats.govt.nz The Government Statistician authorises all statistics and … Read more

Household living-costs price indexes − update

Household living-costs price indexes − update 2 October 2025 Stats NZ will resume publishing the household living-costs price indexes (HLPI) on 28 October 2025.   In May 2025, Stats NZ paused the HLPI due to technical challenges in updating weights after the Consumers price index review: 2024.   Data for the March, June, and September … Read more

Thomson Fertility Embarks on In-Vitro Activation (IVA): New Hope for Women with Primary Ovarian Insufficiency or Diminished Ovarian Reserves

Source: Media Outreach Celebrating life through innovation and compassion in reproductive medicine. KOTA DAMANSARA, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 October 2025 – Thomson Fertility is shining a spotlight on In Vitro Activation (IVA), an advanced technique that provides renewed possibilities for women diagnosed with Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) (due to follicular dysfunction or … Read more

Eligibility – Transitional Support for Strategically Important Provision Fund

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 2 October 2025 Last updated 2 October 2025 Print Share This page has information about eligibility for the Transitional Support for Strategically Important Provision (SIP) Fund. This page has information about eligibility for the Transitional Support for Strategically Important Provision (SIP) Fund. Funding eligibility is based on specific criteria … Read more

Funding – Transitional Support for Strategically Important Provision Fund

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 2 October 2025 Last updated 2 October 2025 Print Share This page has information about Transitional Support for Strategically Important Provision (SIP) Fund funding. This page has information about Transitional Support for Strategically Important Provision (SIP) Fund funding. We will allocate up to $10 million each year The Tertiary … Read more

EIT Nursing Student Awarded Perioperative Scholarship

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 2 days ago EIT Bachelor of Nursing student Kya Joe has been awarded the Evolution Healthcare Perioperative Practitioner Scholarship. The 22 year old (Ngāti Pāhauwera, Ngāti Kahungunu ki Te Wairoa, and Ngāti Whakaue), who is in her second year of study, says she is “truly grateful”. “I feel like it … Read more

ONYX Hospitality Group Strengthens Shama Portfolio with Bangkok Expansion

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 October 2025 – Shama is a serviced apartment brand by ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading Southeast Asian management company with a diverse portfolio of hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, and luxury residences. Guided by the vision of becoming The Best Medium-sized Hospitality Management Company in … Read more

Fuel Your Academic Future with CUHK Scholarships

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 October 2025 – For many prospective postgraduate students, financial constraints can pose significant challenges when pursuing advanced research and further studies. At The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), a variety of scholarship opportunities—including the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS)—enable scholars focus … Read more

Trend Micro Named a Worldwide Leader in XDR by IDC MarketScape

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 October 2025 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, has been recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape Worldwide Extended Detection and Response (XDR) Software 2025 Vendor Assessment*. To learn more about Trend Vision One™ Security Operations … Read more

Promoting Fuzhou’s Culture and Tourism in Indonesia: Come and Experience the Charm of Fuzhou, a Land of Blessings

Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 October 2025 – Recently, the 2025 “Land of Blessings” Cultural and Tourism Promotion Activities, hosted by the Fuzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism, made a stunning debut in Jakarta, Indonesia, offering local audiences a spectacular audio-visual experience. With an enthusiastic atmosphere, the event … Read more

Two meth arrests at the ferry terminal

Source: New Zealand Police Two people were arrested at the Picton ferry terminal on Wednesday evening 1 October. A 70-year-old man who had disembarked from the ferry was found to be in possession of one ounce of methamphetamine, which is estimated to be worth $5,000 and $7,000. An associate was also arrested – a 50-year-old … Read more

Two people charged after burglary in Hamilton

Source: New Zealand Police Two people have been arrested after a burglary in Hamilton City this morning, one of whom is facing over 40 charges in court. At around 8:20 this morning, Police were called to the burglary on Moreland Avenue after someone witnessed their home being broken into through their CCTV stream. Police responded … Read more

Homicide investigation launched in Greymouth

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to West Coast Area Commander: Inspector Jacqui Corner, A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Greymouth. On Tuesday 30 September, Police were called to a property on Chapel Street at around 12.15pm. Upon arrival 67-year-old Donald Baikie was located deceased at the scene. Our … Read more

Remarkable Success: Siam Paragon Bangkok Watch Week Secures Its Spot Among World-Class Horology Events

Source: Media Outreach The spectacular showcase reaffirms Bangkok’s rising status as a premier global destination for luxury watches. BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 October 2025 – Siam Paragon, a legendary landmark in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand, and a must-visit destination for local and international visitors, has solidified its reputation as the … Read more

Police seek public help with suspicious fires near Wanaka

Source: New Zealand Police Wanaka Police investigating suspicious fires are appealing for help from the public for information and video footage around the area. Police were called to reports of fires lit at Albert Town near Wanaka on 20 September. Detective Phill Hamlin, Otago Lakes Criminal Investigations, says that the investigation team believes the fires … Read more

Three in custody following operation to locate burglars

Source: New Zealand Police Christchurch Police have arrested three 14-year-old youths as a result of an operation to target suspects of a string of commercial burglaries across the city. In addition to the burglaries, the offenders were wanted in relation to numerous instances of dangerous driving and the theft of vehicles over the last couple … Read more

Tourism and hospitality career pathways for job seekers

Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Social Development Louise Upston says the opening of the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) in Auckland represents an important opportunity for job seekers. With the NZICC due to open in February 2026, the Ministry of Social Development is in discussions with SkyCity about how it can help fill … Read more

Convention centre boosts job seeker opportunities

Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Social Development Louise Upston says the build and opening of the New Zealand International Convention Centre in Auckland continue to represent important opportunities for job seekers. With the NZICC now nearing completion, the Ministry of Social Development is partnering with the convention centre to fill the wide range of … Read more