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Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa Tinkering with excise tax is foolhardy and would jeopardise public health, say leading tobacco researchers, concerned at Associate Health Minister Casey Costello’s move to review the levy. Costello told Newstalk ZB she has put forward a paper to Cabinet proposing a review of tobacco excise tax, raising concerns she will push to reduce that … Read more
Source: Save the Children The first baby born by caesarean section (C-section) was safely delivered at a new Save the Children hospital in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, at a time when global aid cuts are putting essential services at risk in the world’s largest refugee settlement. The new Maternal and Child Hospital opened earlier this year and … Read more
Source: General Practice Owners Association (GenPro) The General Practice Owners Association (GenPro) is warning that some general practices are still likely to increase patient fees this year, despite Government claims that fees have effectively been frozen. GenPro Chair Dr Angus Chambers said the suggestion that practices would not be increasing fees did not reflect the … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s Specialist Water Rescue Teams have rescued a person from a vehicle trapped in floodwaters near Mt Lyford this morning, supported by members of the Waiau Volunteer Fire Brigade. The incident was reported shortly after 3am and the occupant of the vehicle was rescued about 7am. … Read more
Source: ASB ASB is teaming up with the New Zealand Olympic Committee (NZOC) and Athletics New Zealand to help more Kiwi participate in sport, supporting their progress and performance from grassroots programmes to the world stage. ASB has signed partnerships with the NZOC and Athletics New Zealand for seven and five years respectively, with funding to cover … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) The rise of generative AI is causing some expert contributors to leave the online communities they helped build, according to University of Auckland research. When AI can instantly generate expert-looking answers, people who have spent years developing specialist knowledge may feel their contributions are no longer valued or recognised, says … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Full construction will begin next week on the Pepe Stream Bridge replacement on State Highway 25 (SH25) in the Coromandel, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. Enabling works for the new bridge started in May 2026, including building a temporary footbridge and relocating services. From next week, the old footbridge will be…
Source: New Zealand Government A new chapter has begun on the West Coast with the opening of Greymouth’s new Library and commercial hub, Associate Regional Development Minister Mark Patterson says. “This is more than just a library. It is a vibrant, multi-use space that will bring people together, foster curiosity and learning, support local businesses,…
Source: New Zealand Government Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced today that a design contract has been awarded by the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) to Beca for the two-lane replacement of the State Highway 2 (SH2) Pekatahi Bridge in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. “Carrying more than 2,000 vehicles per day, around 21 per cent of that…
Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has welcomed the ratification of a new collective agreement for Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs) employed by Health New Zealand, following a vote by members of the Association of Professional and Executive Employees (APEX). “I’m pleased for the approximately 1,000 MITs nationwide who will benefit from this agreement.…
Source: New Zealand Government Two refurbished tanks at Northland’s Marsden Point which will store New Zealand’s strategic diesel supply are officially in use, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones say. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and senior Government Ministers joined Channel Infrastructure chief executive Rob Buchanan and other guests at an event…
Source: New Zealand Government Cancer patients in the Southern region are now being treated by Dunedin Hospital’s new state-of-the-art radiation therapy machine, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “The new $4.3 million linear accelerator (LINAC) is now fully operational and treating patients,” Mr Brown says. “This latest generation LINAC replaces a machine that had reached the…
Source: New Zealand Police The below statement is attributable to Detective Superintendent Dave Lynch: New Zealand Police acknowledges today’s Supreme Court decision allowing the appeals of James Wilson and Mark Hoggart and entering judgments of acquittal in relation to the 1987 aggravated robbery of the Red Fox Tavern and the murder of publican Christopher Bush.…
Source: New Zealand Police Police acknowledge the Independent Police Conduct Authority’s findings into a critical incident that occurred at Ōrere Point in March 2025. On 2 March 2025, Police located a vehicle in the Papakura area that was sought in connection with two aggravated robberies where a firearm had been presented. This vehicle was tracked…
Source: New Zealand Police Police have made two arrests within 24 hours after an aggravated robbery at an Auckland bar. An investigation is ongoing after the aggravated robbery occurred at the sports bar on Mount Albert Road, at around 10pm on 5 July. Detective Senior Sergeant Anthony Darvill, Auckland City West Area Investigations Manager, says…
Source: New Zealand Police Inland Kaikoura Road is closed following flooding caused by recent and ongoing extreme weather events. Cribb Creek has burst its banks and Cribb Creek Bridge is unsafe to drive along. Stay home if its not necessary to travel. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre
Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 12 minutes ago Muriël Klavers arrived in Hawke’s Bay planning to stay for just three months, but nearly seven years later, the EIT graduate now calls the region home. Originally from the Netherlands, Muriël graduated from EIT with a Master of Digital Business in 2022 and now works as a…
Source: New Zealand Police Police are urging motorists to take care if they’re driving during the state of emergency. There has been heavy rain and flooding has across the district for a couple of days with freezing temperatures expected this morning to lower parts of Waitaki. This, along with the still very damp conditions may…
Source: New Zealand Police Police are responding to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 on the Dunedin Southern Motorway. No injuries are reported but traffic is down to one lane. Motorists heading into the city are urged to use alternative routes due to heavy traffic backlog at this time. ENDS Issued by Police Media…
Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating an assault in central Auckland earlier this year are appealing to the public for information. Auckland City Police were called to Te Komititanga Square, Queen Street at around 3.20am on 22 March, following a disorder involving several people. Detective Senior Sergeant Martin Friend, Auckland Central Area Investigations Manager, says…
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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 July 2026 – Hong Kong consumers have very low tolerance for brands and organisations that are deemed not believable, responding with rapid and decisive backlash when corporate promises trigger doubt. According to a new study on “The Believability Economy” by Ogilvy and YouGov, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 July 2026 – Outperforming 439 teams and nearly 1,500 participants from 22 countries and territories, Team Helios, comprising two participants, Pratham Ranjan and Alok Vernekar from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, has been crowned champion of the Asian Hackathon for Green Future 2026, a competition … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died after a single vehicle crash on Collingwood-Puponga Main Road this afternoon. Emergency services were called to the scene at Ferntown Bridge around 4pm, where a vehicle had gone into the Aorere River. One person was located in a serious condition, however despite best efforts by emergency services,…
Source: Media Outreach Marking a historic milestone, the MAMA-winning icon celebrates a year of regional breakthroughs and a defining leap into the global spotlight. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 July 2026 – This July, celebrating his birthday month, Anson Lo marks a decisive leap into the global spotlight. Defined by his … Read more
Source: Media Outreach DKSH entered a strategic partnership with Lilly to sell, promote and distribute Lilly’s pharmaceutical products in Hong Kong and Macau. Building on the successful collaboration in Singapore and Vietnam, DKSH will expand the access to reliable healthcare in the region. HONG KONG SAR – EQS Newswire – 6 July 2026 – DKSH … Read more