Arrest made in Operation Block homicide

Source: New Zealand Police Police have made a significant development in an investigation into a murder in Pakuranga Heights more than 13 months ago. Earlier today, the Operation Block investigation team made an arrest in connection with the murder of 59-year-old Tuipulotu Vi in August 2024. A search warrant was executed at an address in … Read more

State highway summer maintenance underway in Marlborough

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency State Highway 1 south of Picton, the gateway to the South Island, is about to get a summer facelift. Contractors will be hard at work on the highway between Koromiko and Picton for 3 weeks starting Monday 29 September. Wayne Oldfield, System Manager Marlborough, says they will rebuild a 770-metre … Read more

Waitematā Police make further arrests over Hobsonville incident

Source: New Zealand Police Waitematā Police have made two further arrests over an altercation that took place in a Hobsonville car park on Tuesday afternoon. It brings the total number of arrests to three, as a determined investigation quickly locates those allegedly involved. Police have been investigating since the altercation occurred at around 4.40pm on … Read more

Police locate body in search for missing Māngere woman

Source: New Zealand Police Counties Manukau Police have located a body in the search for a woman missing from Māngere for nearly three months. Eileen ‘Ella’ Davenport, 57, had been missing from her Hain Avenue home since 20 June 2025. Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward, of Counties Manukau West CIB, says on 10 September Police … Read more

Serious crash, SH3, Sanson

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on State Highway 3, south east of Sanson. The road is closed between Sanson and Stewart Road. Motorist should avoid the area if possible and expect delays. There are thought to be serious injuries and the Serious Crash Unit is in attendance. ENDS … Read more

Police seek information over Far North burglary

Source: New Zealand Police Far North Police are appealing for information about a burglary where multiple firearms and two vehicles were stolen. An investigation has commenced this week into the burglary at a rural property in the Kaeo area. Police believe the burglary has occurred between 4-14 September. Detective Brooke Chambers, of Northland’s Organised Crime … Read more

iBoozee Launches Asia’s First Smart Robotic Juice Machines in Singapore

Source: Media Outreach Award-winning innovation set to deploy 500 units islandwide; transformation of healthy juice-on-the-go for millions SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 September 2025 – iBoozee, an ASEAN Award-winning innovator in the food and beverage technology sector, today marked a new milestone in its expansion with the unveiling of its Smart Robotic Mixed … Read more

GDP figures show impact of global uncertainty

Source: New Zealand Government Economic data released today reflects the impact global uncertainty has had on consumers and businesses, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says.  Stats NZ figures released today show real Gross Domestic Product fell 0.9 per cent in the second quarter of the year after a 0.9 per cent increase in the first three … Read more

Government delivers on promise to protect productive farmland from ETS

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has delivered on a key election commitment with the passing of the Climate Change Response (Emissions Trading Scheme Forestry Conversions) Amendment Bill, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Todd McClay and Minister of Climate Change Simon Watts announced yesterday. “This Bill strikes the right balance between protecting New Zealand’s most … Read more

Consultation on Amendments to the Specified Prescription Medicines List for Designated Registered Nurse Prescribers in Primary Health and Specialty Teams

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 18 September 2025 The Ministry of Health wants to hear your feedback on proposed amendments to the lists of specified prescription medicines and controlled drugs for designated registered nurse prescribers in primary health and specialty teams. The current schedule of prescription medicines came into effect in August … Read more

Health and Independence Report 2024

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 18 September 2025 The Health and Independence Report draws on a range of data and indicators to provide an overview of the health and wellbeing of New Zealanders and the performance of the health system. The 2024 report uses health-related data from internal and external sources for … Read more

Consultation on Amendments to the Specified Prescription Medicines List for Designated Pharmacist Prescribers

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 18 September 2025 The Ministry of Health wants to hear your feedback on the proposed amendments to the specified prescription medicines list for designated pharmacist prescribers. The current schedule of prescription medicines came into effect in May 2022. Since then, new medicines have become available in New … Read more

Andrew Szusterman appointed to RNZ Board

Source: New Zealand Government Andrew Szusterman is being appointed to the Radio New Zealand Board of Governors, Minister for Media and Communications Paul Goldsmith says. “Mr Szusterman is an experienced media executive with extensive experience across television, commercial radio, and digital platforms in New Zealand and overseas.  “His career demonstrates a deep understanding of audience … Read more

AI Summit: Accelerating AI research and innovation

Source: New Zealand Government Good morning, everyone Thank you for your warm introduction. I would also like to extend my thanks to the AI Forum’s Executive Council for their kind invitation to come and speak at today’s Summit. The theme for this year’s Summit, “Putting Intelligence in Our Hands,” reflects our deepening understanding of how … Read more

Always make the right decision when disposing of beacons

Source: Maritime New Zealand In New Zealand there are more than 150,000 registered beacons. These are lifesaving tools to assist people if they get into trouble while undertaking activities in the great outdoors. When someone needs assistance, they activate their beacon, which notifies the operations room at Maritime NZ’s Rescue Coordination Centre (RCCNZ). Search and … Read more

Police seek public’s help to find Tracy

Source: New Zealand Police A large-scale search is ongoing for a missing Christchurch woman, whom Police hold grave fears for. Tracy, 66, was reported missing about 1.20pm on Wednesday 17 September, after missing a pre-planned lunch date. Her Tesla was found along Taylors Mistake Road in Scarborough about 2pm, but there was no sign of … Read more

Accelerating AI research and innovation

Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti has announced a major investment in AI research to build New Zealand’s AI capability, fast-track commercialisation, and drive economic growth. The Government will invest up to $70 million over seven years through the New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology to support innovative AI … Read more

New Auckland rail line to benefit freight and passengers

Source: New Zealand Government The new Third Main Line in Auckland will be a game changer for rail freight and will enable more frequent passenger trains, Rail Minister Winston Peters and Transport Minister Chris Bishop say.  The Third Main was opened by the Ministers at an event in South Auckland this morning, followed by a … Read more

Road closures, New Lynn

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are advised to avoid travelling through New Lynn due to a crash between a bus and a car around 7.02am. Road closures are in place between Margan Ave and Rankin Ave while the road is cleared. There were no passengers on the bus which was stationary at the time off … Read more

NZ–Saudi Arabia Business Council established

Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Trade and Investment, Todd McClay, and Saudi Minister of Investment, H.E. Dr Majid bin Abdullah Al-Kassabi signed a joint statement establishing the New Zealand–Saudi Arabia Business Council this week. “Worth nearly USD$3 trillion, Saudi Arabia is a top 20 export market for New Zealand and one of the most dynamic … Read more

Twelve Rising Talents from Germany Complete Five-Day Visit to Hong Kong and Shenzhen Experiencing the Region’s Vibrant Innovation and Technology Ecosystem

Source: Media Outreach The visit showcased Hong Kong’s appeal as a launchpad for global talent and startups to the winners of a pitch competition hosted by Hong Kong Talent Engage in partnership with Germany’s Young Founders Network HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2025 – Twelve outstanding young innovation and technology … Read more

Policy Address by Hong Kong SAR’s Chief Executive John Lee: Deepening Reforms and Leveraging Strengths for a Brighter Future

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2025 – Hong Kong’s Chief Executive, John Lee, today (September 17) announced his fourth Policy Address, unveiling a range of initiatives to strengthen both established and emerging industries, attract overseas investment and talent, support Mainland China enterprises to “go global” and improve … Read more

Property Market – House price downturn fuels first home buyer momentum – Cotality

Source: Cotality Property sales volumes fell for only the second time in 28 months in August, dropping by 5.2% compared to the same period a year ago, according to Cotality NZ’s Monthly Housing Chart Pack. (ref. https://www.cotality.com/nz/resources/downloads/monthly-housing-chart-pack ) It reveals that while the market is treading water, softening prices and improved affordability are creating valuable opportunities, … Read more

Cushman & Wakefield responses to the Policy Address 2025/26

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2025 – Response to thePolicy Address 2025/26 by KK Chiu, International Director, Chief Executive, Greater China of Cushman & Wakefield: Housing Supply and Land PolicyOptimize land resource allocation and accelerate public housing supply Hong Kong’s land allocation policies have a profound impact … Read more

Rhenus Expands UAE Operations to Support Regional Growth Strategy

Source: Media Outreach Rhenus has expanded its operational model in the UAE to strengthen its presence and improve service delivery across the Gulf region. The company is enhancing its logistics capabilities to support key sectors including fast-moving consumer goods, fashion, aerospace as well as high-tech. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2025 – … Read more

Gross domestic product: June 2025 quarter – update

Gross domestic product: June 2025 quarter – update 17 September 2025 We are continuing to experience technical issues with Infoshare that may mean data from Gross domestic product: June 2025 quarter will not be available via Infoshare Browse. We want to reassure customers that all data will be available at 10:45am tomorrow (18 September 2025) via Infoshare Export … Read more

Balance of payments and international investment position: June 2025 quarter – update

Balance of payments and international investment position: June 2025 quarter – update 17 September 2025 We are experiencing some technical issues with Infoshare that may prevent the ratios table updating to include data for the June 2025 quarter.  However, all data will be available at 10.45am today via the CSV file under Download data on … Read more