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Source: New Zealand Police A Far North man will appear in court today after allegedly assaulting a Police officer in a failed bid to evade arrest. Frontline staff in Kaitaia responded to a report where a man had been violently assaulting a dog in a public park on Saturday morning. “A unit arrived at the…
Source: New Zealand First The Government is not moving to ban U16s from social media. The National Party is. New Zealand First understands and agrees with the intent of the law change – no one is more concerned and share the anxiety that parents are feeling about this issue – but we will not be…
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Sergeant Shaun Taiaki: Police are appealing to the public for information following a two-vehicle crash in Paraparaumu on Friday afternoon last week. At about 2.40pm on 21 August a white hatchback reportedly rear-ended a white MG SUV on Rimu Road, near Wharemauku Stream, before leaving the scene. Police would…
Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – A Vietnamese men’s grooming brand is preparing to enter the U.S. market with a business model that has been developed and scaled across Asia. The move will be an important test of East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop)’s … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police are asking for the public’s help finding Laquan, who has been reported missing from the Papakura area. The 14-year-old was last seen at about 5pm on Monday 13 July near Settlement Road. He is described as about 185cm tall with black hair and brown eyes and was wearing a blue…
PERTH, Australia, Aug. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alkane Resources Limited (ASX: ALK, TSX: ALK, OTCQX: ALKRY) (‘Alkane’) is pleased to announce the appointments of Dr Jennifer Purdie and The Hon. Gabrielle Upton to the Alkane Board as independent Non-Executive Directors, with effect from today, 24 August 2026. Dr Jennifer Purdie Jennifer brings a wealth…
Source: New Zealand Police Three teenagers in a stolen vehicle have been apprehended after attempting to hide from Police near a shopping mall. Just after 3am this morning, the crew working aboard the Police Eagle helicopter located a stolen vehicle travelling through Massey. “A unit on the ground has caught up with the vehicle and…
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 — Singapore-based interior design and renovation company Reborn Interior Pte. Ltd. has expanded its team to approximately 60 interior designers since its establishment in 2024, as the company develops its residential renovation operations and explores the use of technology in its design and … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Special Exhibition Launches Ahead of Hong Kong Stop of the Age of Romance World Tour HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – Madame Tussauds Hong Kong is pleased to announce the arrival of renowned singer-songwriter Silence Wang’s wax figure for a special six-month exhibition in its Glamour … Read more
Source: Media Outreach GUIZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – For those seeking a relaxing summer retreat, Guizhou, China is an unmissable destination. As a mountainous province with over 60% forest coverage, Guizhou boasts an average summer temperature of 23°C, serving as a natural air conditioner and oxygen bar. Its cascading … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – Chocolate Finance will officially launch Chocolate Business Accounts this week at The Business Show Asia 2026, expanding its cash management offering to Singapore businesses just two years after launching its consumer platform. Chocolate Business is a Cash Managed Account, rather than a … Read more
Source: Media Outreach GUIZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – Just over a three-hour flight from Thailand, travelers can escape the sweltering heat and dive into a refreshing 23°C summer in Guizhou, China. Boasting 90% mountainous terrain and over 60% forest coverage, this region is a natural air conditioner, offering cool … Read more
Source: Better Taxes for a Better Future The National Party’s promise that there will be no taxes – including ruling out a bank tax and a bed tax – mean everyday New Zealanders will continue to foot the bill to maintain the profits of multi-national corporations and the lifestyles of the wealthiest, warns Better Taxes … Read more
Source: Médecins Sans Frontières 24 August – As we reach 100 days since the Ebola disease outbreak was declared in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) warns that communities are not receiving adequate support to contain the disease. This outbreak has become the largest and deadliest in the country’s history, and it … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The expansion follows a 65 per cent year-on-year rise in enrolment at the centre, mirroring nationwide growth in tuition demand. SINGAPORE –Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – Indigo Education Group, a Ministry of Education (MOE)-registered tuition provider, has expanded its Bukit Timah centre to 13 fully equipped classrooms, effective 17 … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – Set against a warm and convivial atmosphere, #100LIST SOCIAL CLUB event opened its doors to influential figures, distinguished guests and friends of Hashtag Legend Thailand in Bangkok on 17 July, who came together to celebrate, connect and engage in valuable conversation … Read more
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 24 August 2026 DOC Freshwater Species Manager Emily Funnell says the season starts on 1 September, so whitebaiters have a bit of time to make sure they’ve got everything they need to check, clean and dry their gear “so pests don’t hitch a ride”. Freshwater pests like didymo, weeds and…
Source: Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga August 24 A documentary heritage collection that spans 123 years and reflects the lives of a prominent Kaipara family, has received formal recognition from UNESCO New Zealand (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). The Coates Family of Ruatuna – a collection that was the focus of a joint … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A man who allegedly stole a vehicle from a driveway before crashing it and attempting to run from Police will now face court. Police received a call at about 10.20pm last night after an Ōrewa couple reported they were watching someone steal their vehicle from their Centreway Road home. Senior Sergeant…
Source: New Zealand Police An off-duty officer has helped nab a shoplifter after busting him attempting to leave a Lynfield supermarket with a trolley full of groceries. At about 1.15pm yesterday, the off-duty officer spotted a man allegedly leaving without paying for a full load of items. Auckland City West Area Response Manager, Senior Sergeant…
Source: New Zealand Government The public’s views are being sought on whether to reopen some scallop fishing in Whangārei Harbour after a four-year closure, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. “Fisheries New Zealand is seeking feedback on proposals to allow some fishing in the harbour following a new survey which indicates scallop levels within…
Source: New Zealand Government Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard is in China to represent New Zealand at the 11th Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Food Security Ministerial Meeting (FSMM). “The FSMM is an important regional forum that promotes economic growth, trade, and cooperation,” says Mr Hoggard. “It brings together 21 member economies to discuss regional…
Source: Maritime New Zealand A package of Maritime Rules Amendments 2026 and Marine Protection Rules Amendments 2026 has been signed and will come into force on 21 September 2026. The amendments: enable a nationally consistent approach to ship fuel changeover remove mandatory carbon-intensity requirements for domestic ships update New Zealand’s implementation of international conventions make…
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 24 August 2026 Whangamarino is an internationally significant Ramsar wetland and faces a range of threats from invasive plants and animals. DOC Technical Advisor Susan Emmitt says the trial project, undertaken by specialist contractor Fabian Döweler (Bushcraft Analytics), has used machine learning to develop a computer model able to recognise…
Source: Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi The National Party’s decision to rule out a bed tax over the weekend is an empty act of political theatre – and worse, bad economic policy, the PSA says. “A bed tax would give councils much-needed revenue to fund the essential services that New Zealanders rely … Read more
Source: Morningstar DBRS August 23, 2026 DBRS, Inc. (Morningstar DBRS) confirmed New Zealand’s Long-Term Foreign and Local Currency – Issuer Ratings at AAA. At the same time, Morningstar DBRS confirmed New Zealand’s Short-Term Foreign and Local Currency – Issuer Ratings at R-1 (high). The trend on all credit ratings is Stable. KEY CREDIT RATING CONSIDERATIONS … Read more
Source: Federated Farmers A new survey shows New Zealand’s pest problem has reached crisis point, with farmers spending more money and effort controlling pests – but still going backwards. The findings come from Federated Farmers’ second National Pests Survey, which shows pest numbers are increasing faster than they were two years ago, and farmers are … Read more