Fatal crash: Southern Motorway, Auckland

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a single vehicle crash on State Highway 1, northbound near the Te Irirangi on ramp. Emergency services were called around 7.50am after the vehicle veered off the motorway and collided with the left-hand barrier. Sadly, a man was pronounced deceased at the scene. … Read more

State Highway 2, Maramarua closed following crash

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 2, Maramarua is closed at the intersection with Maxwell Road following a crash. The two-vehicle crash involving a car and a motorcycle was reported at around 11:35am. One person has sustained serious injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. Diversions are in place. ENDS Issued … Read more

Speech: Quantum Technologies Aotearoa

Source: New Zealand Government Ngā mihi te rangi, ngā mihi te whenua, ngā mihi ki a koutou. Kia ora mai tatou. Good evening. Thank you, Margaret, for your warm introduction, and thank you, for inviting me to join you today. Katrina, ko tēnei tatou mihi e tuku ora ki a koe. Ko tēnei te mihi, ko … Read more

eefit Returns to the International Academic Stage — Patented Far Infrared Technology Praised by Nobel Laureate and Renowned Scientists

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 August 2025 – With a rapidly increasing aging population, chronic non-communicable diseases and sub-health problems faced by middle-aged and elderly people have become even more prominent. Modern medicine has standardised our current diagnosis and treatment system, especially in the intervention of acute symptoms … Read more

Police appalled after 8 stores busted selling alcohol to minor

Source: New Zealand Police Police are describing the results of a Controlled Purchase Operation in South Waikato as “staggeringly poor”, after multiple premises were caught selling alcohol to minors. Bay of Plenty Police, along with South Waikato District Council and the National Public Health Service, joined up to run a Controlled Purchase Operation (CPO) in … Read more

Section 99 Inspection into Canterbury – Waitaha Adult Inpatient and Associated Mental Health Services

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 12 August 2025 This report is the result of an inspection of Canterbury – Waitaha adult inpatient and associated mental health services. The Director of Mental Health has powers under section 99 of the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act 1992 to inspect any hospital, or any … Read more

Digital Identity NZ Trust Hui Taumata

Source: New Zealand Government Good morning, everyone.  It is a pleasure to be speaking to you as the Minister for Digitising Government here at the Digital Identity New Zealand Hui Taumata 2025. Last year you had to settle for a recording of me, so it’s a big upgrade to be here in person this time! … Read more

Kakī release crucial to species’ survival

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  12 August 2025 Kakī are one of New Zealand’s rarest native wading birds and a taonga species for Ngāi Tahu. Conservation efforts over the past 40 years have seen this striking wader – known for its distinctive black plumage and red legs – rescued from a low of just 23 … Read more

UPDATE: State Highway 6 Rocks Road – getting ready for more bad weather (SH6 Rocks Road OPEN)

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 29 July 2:20pm State Highway 6 Rocks Road has reopened following a weather closure earlier today. Sea conditions meant the route remained closed slightly longer than originally anticipated. Meanwhile, all state highways in the top of the South Island are open. However, the wet weather is ongoing, and road users … Read more

UPDATE: SH1B Telephone Road rail crossing to reopen next week (NOW REOPEN)

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 30 July SH1B Telephone Road rail crossing is now open. 25 July The rail crossing on State Highway 1B Telephone Road, east of Hamilton, is set to reopen to traffic next week, more than 3 years after it was closed. The signals and barriers at the crossing are in the … Read more

Name release, fatal crash, Manakau

Source: New Zealand Police Police can now confirm the name of the man who died following a crash on SH1, Manakau on 22 July. He was David John Janssens, 72, from Otaki Beach. Police offer our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. … Read more

Aotea Square incident resolved

Source: New Zealand Police Police have stood cordons down at Aotea Square, after a bag was found unattended earlier this morning. The Police Specialist Search Group has examined the bag and there is no further cause for concern. People are free to go about their business. Police appreciate the public’s cooperation this morning. ENDS. Jarred … Read more

Exercise New Zealand Warns of Hidden Dangers Behind Weight loss Drugs

Source: Exercise New Zealand As New Zealand joins a growing number of countries offering GLP-1 weight loss injections (such as Ozempic and Wegovy), Exercise New Zealand is urging Kiwis and health professionals to understand the hidden health risks that could come with this quick-fix solution, particularly the alarming loss of muscle mass, and long term … Read more

Climate – Extreme rainfall in New Zealand from future cyclones could rise by up to 35% – Earth Sciences

Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Rain from tropical cyclones to increase under warmer climate New high-resolution modelling predicts that rainfall from tropical cyclones will significantly increase under global warming. Earth Sciences New Zealand and the University of Waikato found that, under a high emissions scenario, extreme rainfall from cyclones could rise by up to 35% across … Read more

Energy Supplies – Gas crisis will cost NZ jobs and industry – BusinessNZ

Source: BusinessNZ BusinessNZ says urgent and coordinated action is needed to avoid what gas users describe as a ‘devastating’ disruption to New Zealand jobs, services and manufacturing. Chief Executive Katherine Rich says New Zealand’s dwindling natural gas supply is an issue that must be taken seriously. “The assumption that industry can quickly switch to electricity is … Read more

GAZA: 100 children starved to death: A needless tragedy that should shame the world – Save the Children

Source: Save the Children The reported deaths of 100 children due to starvation in Gaza [1] since October 2023 is a devastating milestone that shames the world and demands long overdue urgent action, Save the Children said. Ahmad Alhendawi, Save the Children’s Regional Director for the Middle East, North Africa and Eastern Europe, said: “What kind … Read more

Property Market – Home ownership dream remains alive despite gloomy survey results – (FAMNZ)

Source: Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) New Zealanders are being urged not to abandon their dreams of home ownership, despite a survey* revealing 72 percent of non-homeowners believe buying a property is beyond their reach. Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) managing director Peter White AM says while … Read more

Business – Industrial gas users almost out of options

Source: EMA A lack of available gas supply will force price increases and some very tough decisions across multiple business sectors as today’s release of the Industrial and Consumers Gas Survey highlights . “We’ve got several members struggling to source supply beyond September or the back end of this year, then they are facing increases of 20%, … Read more

Advocacy – International Youth Day Highlights the Resilience and Hope of Palestinian Youth

Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand On the occasion of International Youth Day, organizations and advocates worldwide unite to celebrate Palestinian youth. Despite the ongoing challenges of conflict, limited resources, and restrictions on movement, Palestinian young people demonstrate outstanding resilience, creativity, and leadership. Palestinian youth are at the forefront of efforts to promote peace, justice, … Read more

Lane blocked, SH35, Ōpōtiki

Source: New Zealand Police One lane is closed after a truck has rolled on State Highway 35, Ōpōtiki. Emergency services were called to the single vehicle crash at around 9:50am, between Beach Road and Wairakaia Road. No injuries have been reported, however the lane may remain blocked for some time while the truck is being … Read more

Police in attendance at Aotea Square

Source: New Zealand Police Police are currently attending Aotea Square in central Auckland after a bag was left unattended. Building security staff at nearby Aotea Centre reported the incident to Police just before 9am. Staff working in the building have made the decision to self-evacuate the building. Police have cleared part of Aotea Square and … Read more

More protection for Marlborough Sounds blue cod

Source: New Zealand Government A longer seasonal closure for blue cod in the Marlborough Sounds will reduce pressure on the fishery and help support its sustainability, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says.  “Blue cod is a favourite for many fishers and this popularity, as well as other factors, has led to sustainability concerns for … Read more

Serious Crash, Lincoln Road – Henderson

Source: New Zealand Police One person is in a critical condition after being hit by a vehicle on Lincoln Road, Henderson around 11.30pm last night. The Serious Crash Unit attended, with Lincoln Road being closed for a period of time. The investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash. The road has since … Read more

NZ-AU: Toro Corp. Announces Final Results of Tender Offer for Common Shares

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Aug. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Toro Corp. (NASDAQ: TORO) (“Toro” or the “Company”), a global energy transportation services provider, announces today the final results of its tender offer (the “Offer”), which expired at 5:00 P.M. Eastern time on August 7, 2025. Based on the final count by Broadridge Corporate … Read more

Name release, fatal crash Tokoroa

Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man who died following a crash in Tokoroa on 27 June. He was 55-year-old Julian Rameka, of Tokoroa. Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are continuing. ENDS Issued by Police Media … Read more

Serious crash – Southern Motorway

Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on the Southern Motorway, near the Te Irirangi on-ramp. The single-vehicle crash was reported to Police at 7.50am. One person is reported to be in a critical condition. The left northbound lane is currently blocked with further closures likely. Motorists are asked to … Read more

Road blocked due to slip, Eastern Hutt Road, Lower Hutt

Source: New Zealand Police Eastern Hutt Road is blocked in both directions after a large slip between Stokes Valley Road and Reynolds Bach Drive. Diversions are being put in place. Police are advising motorists to avoid the area where possible, and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI