Police appeal for information following assault in Mosgiel

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Constable Hayden Latta:  Police are appealing for information from the public following an assault on the Mosgiel motorway off-ramp leading to the Quarry Road roundabout. On Wednesday 25 June, Police received a report of a road rage assault at around 4pm. One person received moderate injuries and was understandably … Read more

Traffic delays following fire in Parnell

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are advised to expect delays in Parnell this morning due to a building fire in Parnell Road. Emergency Services responded to reports of a fire at about 6.45am. Parnell Road, between Garfield Street and St Stephens Avenue, has been cordoned off in both directions. Motorists are advised to seek an … Read more

Delays following fire, Avondale

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are advised to expect delays in Avondale this morning due to a building fire in Great North Road. Emergency Services responded to reports of a fire at Saint Mary’s Catholic School at about 4.20am. Great North Road, between Portage Road and Larch Road, is cordoned off and emergency services are … Read more

Employment Issues – ACC workers to strike for fairer pay – PSA

Source: PSA More than 1000 PSA members working at ACC are to strike in support of fairer pay. Members voted overwhelmingly to take strike action in response to an unacceptable pay offer that would see more than 160 workers, often women, earning less than the living wage. Strike action will start with a one-hour withdrawal of … Read more

Local News – Riverbank Market to Move to Dowse Square – Mayor Announces New Site for 2026 – Hutt City

Source: Hutt City Council Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry has announced that the Riverbank Market will relocate to Dowse Square and the surrounding Civic Precinct next year, while major construction work takes place The market has been a fixture of Lower Hutt’s week MIL OSI

Fatal crash, Burnham

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on Telegraph Road, Burnham. The crash involving two vehicles was reported at about 3.30pm. The Serious Crash Unit is on scene. The road is currently closed with diversions in place until the scene examination has been completed. ENDS Issued by the … Read more

SH1 closed south of Hampden following crash

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1 is closed south of Hampden, while emergency services respond to a crash. The two-vehicle crash near Moeraki Boulders Road was reported at around 4:20pm. Initial indications are that there are serious injuries. Motorists are advised to avoid an unnecessary travel, as there are no alternate routes available. ENDS … Read more

Insurers stand with communities as weather recovery begins – Insurance Council

Source: Insurance Council of NZ New Zealanders are once again facing the challenge of cleaning up and recovering after another round of severe weather, particularly across the upper North and South Islands. “This is tough for communities that had just beginning to get back on their feet after recent major storms,” said Kris Faafoi, Chief Executive … Read more

Advocacy and Justice – New Zealand Urged to Join Global Coalition Taking Concrete Measures Against Israeli Atrocities – PFNZ

Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand The Palestine Forum of New Zealand is calling on the New Zealand Government to urgently align itself with over twenty nations — including Spain, Ireland, Turkey, China, Qatar, South Africa, and Brazil — that are coordinating concrete international measures in response to Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza. An emergency … Read more

War veteran’s grandson reunited with medals

Source: New Zealand Police War medals stolen from the mailbox of a veteran’s grandson in Wellsford earlier this month have been found and returned to their rightful owner. On 9 July, Patrick Conlon made a report to Police after a valuable parcel was allegedly stolen from his mailbox. Mr Conlon was understandably very upset by … Read more

Top of the South floods – ongoing travel disruptions can be expected

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency With weather damage affecting critical routes across the top of the South Island, road users are warned to expect ongoing state highway closures and travel disruptions. Mark Owen, Regional Manager Lower North Island/Top of the South, says with the school holidays ending this weekend, people can’t expect travel to be … Read more

Wegovy® (semaglutide 2.4mg) by Novo Nordisk is now Available in Singapore for Weight Management

Source: Media Outreach Wegovy® is indicated for chronic weight management in adults and adolescents (12+) with obesity or overweight and at least one related health condition. The once-weekly injectable supports weight loss when used alongside a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity. The launch marks a step toward evidence-based, compassionate treatment of obesity as a … Read more

Delays expected after crash on SH29, Lower Kaimai

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists travelling on State Highway 29, Lower Kaimai, are advised to expect delays following a crash. Emergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash near Hanga Road at around 2:30pm. One person has sustained moderate injuries. Diversions are in place, and motorists should expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre … Read more

Bringing dialysis care closer to home in Blenheim

Source: New Zealand Government A new dialysis unit will be established in Blenheim, providing life-changing support for local patients and their families closer to home, Health Minister Simeon Brown says.  “This is a fantastic example of local communities and health providers working together to deliver better, more accessible care,” Mr Brown says. “For too long, … Read more

CORRECTION – name release, fatal crash, Seddon

Source: New Zealand Police Police is urgently issuing a correction to an earlier release that contained incorrect details of the person who died in a fatal crash in Seddon on 18 June. The correct name of the man who died is Andres Bonifacio Hernan Vergara Oportot, 50, from Blenheim. Our sincere apologies to anyone affected by … Read more

Support – ASB offers support for customers affected by severe weather

Source: ASB With the effects of severe weather being felt across much of the country, ASB is offering a range of support options for customers impacted by weather this weekend. Tailored support for personal, farming and business customers affected by weather will be offered on a case-by-case basis, with options including: Deferring loan repayments for … Read more

New Zealand and Southeast Asia growing closer

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s relationships in Southeast Asia have never been more important for our security and prosperity, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says.  “As we deal with the current challenging, uncertain and disordered security environment, New Zealand is working ever more intensively with Southeast Asia,” says Mr Peters, who is currently in Malaysia … Read more

Road closed, Horahora Road, Arapuni

Source: New Zealand Police Horahora Road, between State Highway 1 and Arapuni Road, Arapuni, is blocked following a road incident this morning. Police were notified at around 5:45am of a tree that had fallen onto a vehicle, which is now blocking the road. Forunately, no one was injured. The road is closed, and motorists should … Read more

Leading Sportswear Brand DESCENTE Opens at Galaxy Macau; Fusing Technical Aesthetics with Leisure & Travel Lifestyle

Source: Media Outreach MACAU – Media OutReach – 12 July 2025 – Japanese leading sportswear brand DESCENTE celebrates the grand opening of its new flagship store at Galaxy Promenade on July 11th. Located in one of Macau’s most vibrant and well-trafficked shopping districts, the new flagship store reflects the area’s “Healthy Lifestyle” positioning. With a … Read more

Kaspersky Partners with SIS International Limited to Expand Distribution in Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2025 – Global cybersecurity and digital privacy company Kaspersky is pleased to expand its distribution network in Hong Kong by partnering with SiS International Limited. This collaboration reinforces Kaspersky’s commitment to providing accessible, cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to businesses and individuals across the … Read more

Anhui Unveils Teaser for 2025 World Manufacturing Convention, Extending a Global Invitation to Innovate Together

Source: Media Outreach HEFEI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2025 – On July 10, Anhui officially released the teaser for the upcoming 2025 World Manufacturing Convention, setting the stage for this premier gathering of the global manufacturing community. Under the theme “Intelligent Manufacturing, Better Future,” the teaser opens with a creative invitation … Read more

“Eternal City” Pompeii Exhibition Opens in Hunan, Marking New Sino-Italian Cultural Exchange

Source: Media Outreach CHANGSHA, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2025 – On July 8, the exhibition “Encountering Pompeii: The Eternal City” opened at the Hunan Museum’s Special Exhibition Hall 1. It is jointly organized by the Hunan Museum, Naples National Archaeological Museum, Archaeological Museum of the Campi Flegrei in the Castle of … Read more

SIBUR develops new polyethylene grade for blown films

Source: Media Outreach MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2025 – SIBUR, the largest producer of polymers and synthetic rubbers in Russia, has developed a new grade of linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) designed specifically to produce blown films, which are in high demand in the Turkish market. In the blown film manufacturing … Read more

HKCSS Fosters Cross-Sector Collaboration and Adoption of Gerontechnology to Formulate Hong Kong Dementia Care Action Plan

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2025 – The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS) is actively promoting support services for dementia and is leveraging gerontechnology to provide comprehensive support for patients and their caregivers. Through cross-sector collaboration, continuous innovation and extensive consultation, HKCSS is taking forwards … Read more

Elevating Thailand’s Creative & Entertainment Industry, Cloud 11 Collaborates with 30 Global Giants and Partners to Establish Itself as Asia’s New Creative Destination

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2025 – Cloud 11 announces its readiness to become Asia’s new creative destination. Backed by the region’s most comprehensive creative ecosystem – spanning production studios, creative facilities, a creative park, and hands-on courses, workshop, and training for creators, Cloud 11 now forges solid … Read more

XTransfer: Pioneering AI-Driven Transformation in B2B Foreign Trade Payment

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 July 2025 – In the era of global economic integration, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face both unprecedented challenges and exciting new opportunities. XTransfer, the World’s Leading & China’s No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, is empowering over 700,000 SMEs across more than … Read more

Fatal crash: SH 1, Tīrau

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm one person has died in a crash involving a car and truck on State Highway 1, near Tīrau today. Emergency services were called to the scene, between Webster Road and State Highway 5, about 4pm. Sadly, one person died at the scene. The road remains closed, and diversions … Read more