Online drug shopping lands Waikato pair in court

Source: New Zealand Police Litres of Fantasy or GBL, pills and other illegal substances ordered through international online sources and imported into New Zealand to be sold in the local Waikato market have been uncovered in a joint operation by Waikato Organised Crime and New Zealand Customs. Earlier this year, staff at Police and Customs … Read more

Do you recognise this man?

Source: New Zealand Police Counties Manukau Police are seeking the public’s help to identify the man in this photo. We are hoping he can assist with an ongoing enquiry into an altercation near the Burger King in Manukau on the morning of 20 June, and would like to speak with him. If this is you, … Read more

AIA Hosts Healthcare Financing Summit To Foster Cross-Sector Collaborative Solutions for Hong Kong’s Healthcare Sustainable Future

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 July 2025 – AIA Hong Kong & Macau (AIA) hosted the inaugural Healthcare Financing Summit (the Summit) as an active step towards fostering cross-sector dialogue and collaboration to address the challenges facing Hong Kong’s healthcare system. Held under the theme “Sustainable Healthcare Financing … Read more

New space squadron for NZDF

Source: New Zealand Government The Royal New Zealand Air Force has established its first dedicated space unit with the reactivation of the No. 62 Squadron today, Defence Minister Judith Collins says. “This reflects our commitment to protecting New Zealand’s interests and security in the rapidly evolving space domain,” Ms Collins says. “Space is vital for … Read more

$22 million to enhance wildlife visitor experiences

Source: New Zealand Government Toitū te marae a Tāne-Mahuta me Hineahuone, Toitū te marae a Tangaroa me Hinemoana, Toitū te tangata. Significant investment into supporting native species and tackling invasive pests in national parks has been announced by Conservation Minister Tama Potaka. Mr Potaka visited the Isaac Conservation and Wildlife Trust facility near Christchurch today, … Read more

Kaohsiung Ranks No.1 Again for Tourism Satisfaction, Wins Double Gold in US and UK Design Awards

Source: Media Outreach KAOHSIUNG, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 July 2025 – A huge congratulations to Kaohsiung for once again ranking No.1 in tourism satisfaction nationwide and brought home double gold international awards! According to the 2025 “Global Views Monthly” survey on the performance of city mayors, Chen Chi-Mai received the highest rating … Read more

Eid al-Adha in 2025: Octa broker’s charity projects

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 July 2025 – Each year, Octa, a globally regulated and trusted broker since 2011, supports local communities in various regions through charity to foster social growth. In 2025, the broker carried out a series of charity activities in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Nigeria to … Read more

Police arrest six youth following arson incidents in Rolleston

Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested six youth in relation to three recent arson incidents in the Rolleston area. Over the last week, Police have received three separate reports of arson involving buildings in the Rolleston Reserve area. After following lines of enquiry, including CCTV, Police identified and located six youth in relation to … Read more

Mild Start to Winter, Wetter Than Usual for Many Regions – Earth Sciences New Zealand’s (formerly NIWA) latest monthly climate summary for June 2025

Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Winter began on a mild and soggy note across much of New Zealand, according to Earth Sciences New Zealand’s (formerly NIWA) latest monthly climate summary for June 2025. Temperatures were above or well above average for most of the country, especially across the North Island, Tasman, Otago, eastern Southland, and Fiordland, … Read more

Survivors recount toxic gas ordeal at landfill pit

Source: Worksafe New Zealand 4 July 2025 As a WorkSafe prosecution comes to a close, two workers overcome by fumes from a toxic gas pit have for the first time told of their experience of narrowly dodging death. The men were doing an excavation, to try to fix the smell of rotting plasterboard at the … Read more

Fatal crash, SH54, Aorangi

Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash in Aorangi earlier this morning. At around 7.50am, Police were notified of a crash involving a car and a pedestrian on SH54/Waughs Road. Sadly, despite best efforts of emergency services, the pedestrian died at the scene. The road remains closed while the Serious Crash … Read more

Health – Te Whatu Ora refuses to address patient safety concerns – NZNO

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Te Whatu Ora is refusing to address calls to prioritise patient safety by adequately resourcing safe staffing levels, the New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōputanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) says. A new offer from Te Whatu Ora to NZNO members has failed to include measures to address staffing concerns despite it … Read more

Creative Primary School’s Kindergarten Celebrates 40th Anniversary Milestone

Source: Media Outreach – Forward-Looking Curriculum Ignites Children’s Curiosity, Seamlessly Connecting to Creative Primary School and Creative Secondary School for Smooth Academic Progression Creative Primary School’s Kindergarten (CPSKG) – Nurturing Future Minds Since 1985 HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 July 2025 – Located at 2A Oxford Road, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong, … Read more

Sudan: Ongoing mass atrocities against civilians in and around El Fasher, North Darfur, documented in latest MSF report

Source: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Paris, 4 July 2025— Mass atrocities are underway in Sudan’s North Darfur region, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) warned in a report today, urging the warring parties to halt indiscriminate and ethnically targeted violence and facilitate an immediate large-scale humanitarian response. MSF is extremely concerned about the threats of a full-blown … Read more

Enquiries ongoing into Hamilton aggravated robbery

Source: New Zealand Police Hamilton Police are following solid lines of enquiry in their investigation of a recent violent aggravated robbery. About 1:40pm on Saturday 28 June, two men armed with a firearm entered a bar on Liverpool Street. The offenders presented the firearm at the sole worker in the bar and demanded cash before … Read more

Serious crash – road blocked near Roxburgh

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 8 between Roxburgh and Millers Flat is blocked following a serious crash. The two-vehicle crash happened shortly before 11:15am. Indications are that there are serious injuries, and a helicopter is responding. The Serious Crash Unit has been advised. Diversions are in place at Roxburgh and Millers Flat. ENDS MIL … Read more

Educational performance indicator reports – previous methodology

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 4 July 2025 Last updated 4 July 2025 Print Share We publish information on the performance of tertiary education organisations (TEOs) based on agreed educational performance indicators (EPIs). Our EPI reports are designed to help TEOs manage and monitor their own performance and to deliver on their agreed tertiary education services. … Read more

Educational performance indicator reports – current methodology

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 4 July 2025 Last updated 4 July 2025 Print Share Educational performance indicator (EPI) reports for work-based learning providers reporting in the industry training register (ITR) are now available for the 2024 reporting year. Educational performance indicator (EPI) reports for work-based learning providers reporting in the industry training register … Read more

Educational performance indicators for TEOs

Source: Tertiary Education Commission Last updated 4 July 2025 Last updated 4 July 2025 Print Share We publish information on the performance of tertiary education organisations (TEOs) based on agreed educational performance indicators (EPIs). We publish information on the performance of tertiary education organisations (TEOs) based on agreed educational performance indicators (EPIs). Educational performance indicator reports Our educational performance indicator (EPI) … Read more

Backing innovation to grow King salmon exports

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing innovation to grow New Zealand’s high-value aquaculture exports, with a $455,000 investment from the new Primary Sector Growth Fund to support the development of specialised feed for King salmon, Agriculture, Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay announced today. The $1.2 million project—led by global aquafeed company Skretting—will … Read more

Park and . . . no ride for teen thief

Source: New Zealand Police A teenager who allegedly attempted to steal a car from the Sunnyvale park-n-ride had the brakes put on his plans after Police showed up. Waitematā West Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Kelly Farrant, says officers were out patrolling yesterday morning at local park-n-rides due to recent reports of vehicle and number plate … Read more

Tiny tags could reveal fish sex secrets

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  04 July 2025 Threatened-Nationally Vulnerable shortjaw kōkopu are found only in Aotearoa. As juveniles, they are one of six species known as whitebait.   Over the past year, DOC Ranger Suze Harris has inserted 12.5 mm-long PIT (passive integrated transponder) tags under the skin of 41 shortjaws living in a tributary … Read more

Road closed, Aorangi

Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 54/Waughs Road, Aorangi is closed following a serious crash. The crash involving a car and a pedestrian happened around 7:50am, near the Feilding Golf Club. Indications suggest serious injury to the pedestrian. Motorists are asked to take alternate routes if possible and expect delays. ENDS MIL OSI

Delays on Harbour Bridge, Auckland

Source: New Zealand Police Police advise motorists travelling on the Harbour Bridge this morning to expect delays. A crash has occurred heading northbound, just after the Curran Street on-ramp. There are no serious injuries to report. While the vehicles are being cleared there is an extensive backlog of traffic in both directions. Please allow additional … Read more

Property Market – Modest value growth in NZ property re-emerges in June – Cotality NZ

Source: Cotality NZ Property values in Aotearoa New Zealand ticked up by +0.2% in June, reversing two minor monthly falls of -0.1% apiece in April and May, according to Cotality NZ’s latest hedonic Value Index (HVI). At $815,389 in June, property values remain -16.1% down from the January 2022 peak, however they have managed to … Read more

Sun Life unveils suite of enhanced savings insurance plans

Source: Media Outreach SunJoy Global Insurance Plan II, SunGift Global Insurance Plan II and Stellar Multi-Currency Insurance Plan II offer market-leading flexible Death Benefit Settlement Solution, multiple Contingent Policy Owner Arrangement and Interim Policy Owner Arrangement HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2025 – Sun Life today announced the launch of … Read more

NZ-AU: IREN Expands AI Cloud with 2.4k NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SYDNEY, July 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) (“IREN”) today announced the purchase of 2.4k next-generation NVIDIA Blackwell B200 and B300 GPUs for ~$130m, including fit-out costs.1 The purchase is fully funded from existing cash, however, IREN is also evaluating a range of financing alternatives to support its AI … Read more