Securing a future for our young people

Source: New Zealand Government Two initiatives to move young people out of benefit dependency and incentivise them to stay in work will be significant for thousands of young New Zealanders, Minister for Social Development and Employment Louise Upston says. “Firstly, we’re outlining detail around our Budget announcement that young people aged 18 and 19 will … Read more

Fatal crash, Aka Aka

Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash in Aka Aka this morning. The single vehicle crash was reported just before 5:30am on Aka Aka Road. The road has since re-opened. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI

Police appeal for information following sudden death in Eastern Terrace, Christchurch

Source: New Zealand Police Canterbury Police are continuing to investigate the sudden death of a man at a residential address on Eastern Terrace in the early hours of Saturday morning. The circumstances of the man’s death remain unclear, and Police are working to understand what occurred in the lead-up to this incident. Officers are particularly … Read more

Fatal crash: Thornton Road near Matatā

Source: New Zealand Police One person has died and four others have been injured in a crash on Thornton Road near Matatā this morning. Emergency services were notified of the crash involving two cars at 9.20am. One person is reported to have serious injuries and three people have moderate injuries. Thornton Road is closed at … Read more

Monash University Malaysia and Tata Chemicals forge research-focused partnership: A research alliance combining industrial innovation with academic excellence to advance community health

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 October 2025 – The importance of gastrointestinal health, or maintaining a healthy digestive system, has become a growing focus for researchers and innovators worldwide. Reflecting this commitment, Monash University Malaysia and Tata Chemicals Limited have entered into a strategic partnership dedicated to advancing … Read more

Commemorating 160th anniversary of The Battle of Te Tarata Pā

Source: New Zealand Government The Battle of Te Tarata Pā reminds us of the extraordinary courage, determination and resilience of our tūpuna in a time of conflict and change, Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka says. Minister Potaka joined Te Whakatōhea and Ngāti Ira in Ōpōtiki today to commemorate the 160th anniversary of the Battle of … Read more

Crash, Waikato Expressway, Tamahere

Source: New Zealand Police The northbound lanes of the Waikato Expressway are blocked between Cambridge Road and Tauwhare Road following a crash. The crash, involving several vehicles was reported just after 1:15pm. No serious injuries have been reported. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL … Read more

Bowel screening expansion underway to save more lives

Source: New Zealand Government From Monday, the starting age for free bowel screening will be lowered from 60 to 58 in Northland, Auckland, and the South Island, with the rest of the North Island to follow in March 2026, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Earlier this year, I confirmed the Government’s commitment to lowering the … Read more

CER Trade Ministers agree to fast track Single Economic Market agenda

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand and Australia have agreed to fast-track work on a more ambitious Single Economic Market (SEM), as Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay and Australian Trade and Tourism Minister Don Farrell concluded the annual Closer Economic Relations (CER) Trade Ministers’ Meeting in Monarto, South Australia today. Ministers reaffirmed their commitment … Read more

Homicide investigation launched in Dunedin

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Inspector Shona Low, Crime Manager Southern District. A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a man in North Dunedin on Friday. Police received reports of a sudden death at a property on Great King Street about 2pm and found a 36 year-old man deceased at … Read more

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