Speech: Connecting Communities Through Impact

Source: New Zealand Government Ngā mihi te rangi, ngā mihi te whenua, ngāmihi ki a koutou. Vice-Chancellor Professor Nic Smith, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor Margaret Hyland, Director of Wellington UniVentures, our partners from Booster NZ, and of course, the entrepreneurs showcasing their work tonight – thank you for the invitation to join you at this celebration … Read more

Drainage improvements on the way for stretch of SH4

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Drainage improvement work is starting next week on State Highway 4 (SH4) between Mapara North and Kopaki roads north of Taumarunui. The work will begin on Monday 11 August and run through until mid-September, weather permitting. Crews will be on site between 6am and 6pm Monday to Saturday. The stretch … Read more

Christchurch man jailed for 18 months for poaching sea cucumbers

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries A Christchurch man has been jailed for 18 months for poaching 1,432 sea cucumbers. Jason Murray Nix (55) was also banned from all fishing for 3 years when he appeared for sentencing in the Christchurch District Court on 2 charges under the Fisheries Act yesterday (7 August 2025). “In … Read more

Canterbury Police release redesign proposal

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Canterbury District Commander Superintendent Tony Hill: Canterbury Police has been consulting internally with staff on a proposal to redesign its structure. Our goal is to deliver a better service to our communities by boosting core policing services and strengthening our ability to meet demand, now and in the … Read more

Police Association highly critical of coronial findings in death of Shargin Stephens

Source: NZ Police Association The New Zealand Police Association rejects most of the coroner’s findings into the 2016 death of Shargin Stephens in Rotorua. The entire process has been shambolic, with multiple coroners involved over more than nine years, Police Association president Chris Cahill says. “The ruling of Coroner Michael Robb, released this morning, shows a … Read more

Drugs, cash and ammunition located in Ōtāhuhu

Source: New Zealand Police At around 6.30am on 7 August, Police were called to an Ōtāhuhu address where a male allegedly confronted another male and presented a firearm. Police approached, secured the scene and detained three occupants. A statutory search was invoked and during the search firearms, illicit drugs and cash were located within the … Read more

Boots on the ground for Nelson and Tasman

Source: New Zealand Government Eighteen job seekers have now started work clearing flood-damaged farms and orchards in Tasman, supported by the Government’s Enhanced Task Force Green programme. Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston announced funding for an Enhanced Task Force Green, following the Nelson and Tasman region’s first flood in late June.  “These local … Read more

Strengthening fire safety in buildings

Source: New Zealand Government The Government will amend the Building Code to better protect New Zealanders, following strong calls for change as part of a nationwide fire safety review, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk has confirmed. “The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has today released the summary of submissions from last year’s … Read more

Boundary Creek Bridge deck replacement to restore 2 lane access on SH2 ahead of summer

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Drivers of the scenic Thames Coast highway are all too familiar with stop/go interruptions due to damage to State Highway 25 (SH25) in recent years, but one disruption will soon become a distant memory with the replacement of the Boundary Creek Bridge deck. The bridge itself, wedged tight between the … Read more

Advocates – Wellington rally to oppose genocide and protect protest

Source: Justice for Palestine and Peace Action Wellington Justice for Palestine and Peace Action Wellington are hosting a joint rally and march on Friday 8 August at 12:30 starting at the UK High Commission on Hill Street going to Police National HQ to oppose the ongoing genocide in Gaza and to uphold our rights to … Read more

Animal Welfare – First dog dies just days into final greyhound racing season – SAFE

Source: SAFE For Animals A three-year-old dog named Hilton Hype has died after breaking his leg during a race at Addington Raceway on 2 August, just two days into the start of greyhound racing’s final season. Despite plans for surgery, he couldn’t be stabilised in time and died shortly after. SAFE Campaign Manager Emma Brodie says … Read more

Local News – Celebrating the local unsung heroes at the 2025 Volunteer Awards

Source: Hutt City Council Lower Hutt’s dedicated volunteers took centre stage last night at a special event recognising their invaluable contributions. The 2025 Volunteer Awards brought together recipients of this year’s Civic Honours and Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards. Mayor Campbell Barry said the evening was a chance to pause and shine a light on the … Read more

Events – WIPCE 2025 announces final line-up of keynote speakers as Auckland gets set to host thousands of Indigenous knowledge holders

Source: World Indigenous Peoples’ Conference on Education (WIPCE) The World Indigenous Peoples’ Conference on Education (WIPCE) has announced its final line-up of Indigenous leaders and trailblazers who will take the stage at one of the world’s largest and most significant Indigenous education gatherings in Tāmaki Makaurau this November. WIPCE is a global movement to honour, … Read more

Fatal house fire, Eltham

Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a house fire in Eltham this morning. Emergency services were called to the property on Derby Street just before 5am, where the house was fully ablaze. One person was found deceased at the property. A scene guard is in place and enquiries to determine the cause … Read more

Police treating Parnell death as unexplained

Source: New Zealand Police Police are investigating the unexplained death of a woman in Parnell on Thursday night. Just after 9.30pm on 7 July, emergency services were called to an apartment block on Cracroft Street. “A woman was located unresponsive inside a unit, and on ambulance staff attending she was pronounced deceased,” Detective Senior Sergeant … Read more

Road closed, SH1, Tirau

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1 is closed following a serious crash in Tirau this morning. Police were alerted to the two-vehicle crash at around 7.50am, between State Highway 5 and Webster Road. Initial indicators are that there are serious injuries. The road is expected to be closed for some time. Diversions are in … Read more

11 arrested on active warrants across Waikato

Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested and charged 11 people after an operation targeting alleged offenders with active warrants to arrest in several Waikato towns. Inspector Karl Thornton, Area Commander for Western Waikato, says the one-day operation was focused on locating alleged offenders with warrants to arrest and holding them to account. “A number … Read more

Union Appointments – Sandra Grey elected as new NZCTU President

Source: New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi has announced that its affiliate unions have elected Sandra Grey as the new NZCTU President. Grey is the National Secretary, and a former president, of the Tertiary Education Union – Te Hautū Kahurangi. She has a … Read more

Winter still has some bite left for South Island motorists

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Motorists are being reminded that winter isn’t over yet and an expected cold blast in the central South Island over the next few days could make for challenging driving conditions. Forecasts supplied to New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) suggest gusty cold southerly winds, rain, sleet and snow in … Read more

NZ-AU: IperionX Granted Up to US$150 Million in Tax-Exempt Private Activity Bond Issuance Capacity

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IperionX Limited (IperionX) (NASDAQ: IPX, ASX: IPX), a leading advanced materials company, has received a reservation of up to US$150 million in tax-exempt private activity bond (PAB) capacity from the Commonwealth of Virginia’s industrial development bond program. Highlights: Exclusive US$150 million PAB reservation: Reservation … Read more

NZ-AU: City of New Bern Selects Hansen to Enable Smarter City Experiences with Hansen MDM

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hansen Technologies (ASX:HSN), a leading global provider of software and services to the energy & utilities and communications & media industries, has been successfully named as the partner of choice for meter data management (MDM) by the City of New Bern following a competitive … Read more

The Healing Frequency: INDIBA® 448kHz + 20kHz Is Revolutionizing Recovery For Athletes and Everyone Else

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 August 2025 – INDIBA® 448 kHz + 20kHz, a patented frequency system that is transforming how athletes and everyday patients recover from injury, manage pain, and restore mobility. Used worldwide in sports and rehabilitation, it supports faster, safer healing—without medication or downtime. INDIBA® Stands Out … Read more

NZ & Indonesia sign agreement to boost agricultural cooperation

Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Agriculture, Trade and Investment Todd McClay and Indonesian Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman, today signed a new bilateral arrangement in Jakarta to deepen agricultural cooperation, strengthen trade links, and create new commercial opportunities for farmers and agribusinesses across both countries. “This new agreement will make it easier for … Read more

Hong Leong Bank Set to Deliver Financial Literacy Training to foodpanda’s Delivery Partners

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 August 2025 – Hong Leong Bank (“HLB” or the “Bank”) has announced that it will conduct financial literacy training for foodpanda delivery partners as part of the pandasafe rider safety program. Hong Leong Bank will deliver its award-winning HLB DuitSmart financial literacy workshop … Read more

Unity in Diversity: A Celebration of Malaysian Identity at Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International)

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 August 2025 – At Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International) (WMSKLI), Unity Day is not just a celebration, it is a bold reflection of what the school truly stands for: unity, respect, and a deep-rooted pride in Malaysia’s heritage. The thunderous rhythm of … Read more

Humansa Powers Chubb UTS Hong Kong 2025 with Humansa

Source: Media Outreach Strategic Partnership with HKCTA Set to Elevate Tennis Development and Promote Health and Longevity in Hong Kong HONG KONG SAR- Media OutReach Newswire – 7 August 2025 – Humansa, Asia’s premier health and longevity centre, is proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of Chubb UTS Hong Kong 2025 with Humansa, marking a … Read more

Empowering young Kiwis’ economic potential

Source: New Zealand Government More than 5,300 young Kiwis will benefit from new funding which invests in their business potential, develops enterprise skills, and better prepares them for their future work environment, Youth Minister James Meager has announced. Mr Meager confirmed the $1.5 million Ministry of Youth Development (MYD) funding for 11 community-based providers, while … Read more