Childhood immunisation rates continue to climb

Source: New Zealand Government New figures released today show childhood immunisation rates at 24 months continue to rise, reflecting the Government’s strong commitment to improving health outcomes for Kiwi children, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Protecting children from preventable illnesses like measles and whooping cough is a priority, so it’s heartening to see more children … Read more

HKSTP Joins Hands with Mainland and Overseas Institutions to Launch Global University Innovation Network

Source: Media Outreach Hong Kong Techathon+ Marks its 10th Anniversary Reinforcing Hong Kong’s Position as an International Talent and I&T Hub HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2025 – The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), in collaboration with 15 local tertiary institutions and supported by leading global tertiary … Read more

SleekFlow Unveils AgentFlow: Building Teams of AI Agents To Increase Revenue For Businesses

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2025 – SleekFlow, an Agentic AI platform for conversions, announces the launch of AgentFlow, a transformative AI solution designed to build teams of AI agents and redefine how businesses do sales. By leveraging cutting-edge conversational AI, AgentFlow empowers enterprises of different sizes … Read more

Gother transforms travel experience for next-gen travelers, aiming for Top 3 in Thailand’s tourism market by 2027

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2025 – Gother, a tourism service platform, operated by Search Engine Optimization, a joint venture between Beacon Venture Capital (venture arm of Kasikornbank) and Krungthai Ventures (venture arm of Krungthai Bank) is showing strong upward momentum following a 300% business growth in just … Read more

Statement of Performance Expectations

Source: Privacy Commissioner The Statement of Performance Expectations (SPE) describes our intended financial and non-financial performance during the financial year (1 July – 30 June). Publishing a Statement of Performance Expectations is a requirement of all Crown entities under the Crown Entities Act 2004. Statement of Performance Expectations 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026 … Read more

Weather News – Fast Fronts Bring Wet and Blustery Conditions – MetService

Source: MetService Covering period of Monday 14th – Thursday 17th – We’ve woken to a warmer, cloudier and foggier morning across the country today (Monday). Showers about the west will continue to ease, with cloudy areas in the east becoming fine. The snow has been topped up over the South Island so for those that aren’t … Read more

Northland Regional Council news briefs – 14 July 2025

Source: Northland Regional Council TOTAL MOBILITY KAITAIA The Total Mobility scheme will be operating in Kaitaia from Monday 14 July. The operator is Driving Miss Daisy, and the scheme is administered by Northland Regional Council with funding from NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi and Far North District Council. Total Mobility is a nationwide scheme that provides … Read more

Name release, fatal crash Kaitaia

Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man who died following a crash in Kaitaia on Friday. He was 27-year-old Ngaiwa Miru, of Kaitaia. Our thoughts are with those close to him at this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash remain ongoing. ENDS. Holly McKay/NZ Police MIL … Read more

UPDATE: State Highway 6 Rocks Road closure to continue in Nelson

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Monday 14 July 11:58am State Highway 6 Rocks Road is expected to remain closed to traffic for at least the next two days. Rob Service, System Manager Nelson/Tasman, says further inspections of the site were completed this morning. “Geotechnical investigations confirm that heavy rain has created another unstable wedge of … Read more

Diesel spill, Wellington

Source: New Zealand Police Wellington motorists are advised to take extra care around the city centre, Miramar, and towards Kaiwharawhara, after a large amount of diesel leaked from a truck. Clean up in affected areas has been organised but will take some time. Delays can be expected and Police would like to thank motorists for … Read more

Effective advocacy in privacy

Source: Privacy Commissioner This guidance is intended for advocates who aren’t lawyers but who are representing people in their privacy concerns. Access to personal information Tailoring your access request will make it more likely you’ll get relevant information without delay. Access requests can take time for an agency to deal with, so we recommend making … Read more

SH2 Pekatahi Bridge gets decked out 

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Pekatahi Bridge on State Highway 2 (SH2) near Tāneatua in the Eastern Bay of Plenty will be getting the facelift it very much needs, with funding now confirmed for a total deck replacement says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). “A new deck for this one lane bridge will improve … Read more

Appointments to the Broadcasting Standards Authority

Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage Karyn Fenton-Ellis has been appointed to the Board of the Broadcasting Standards Authority and current member John Gillespie has been reappointed. The Broadcasting Standards Authority (BSA) is an independent Crown entity that receives and determines complaints from people dissatisfied with the outcome of complaints made to broadcasters about the standards … Read more

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