Onerahi search warrant uncovers ammunition, drugs

Source: New Zealand Police Northland Police have uncovered a substantial amount of ammunition, drugs and cash after executing a search warrant in Onerahi this morning. Two people are now facing charges are officers executed a search at a Ross Street property. Detective Senior Sergeant Shane Pilmer, Whangārei CIB, says officers found a significant amount of … Read more

Dirt bike riders lose their wheels

Source: New Zealand Police Northland Police have easily answered a pesky dirt bike rider’s question “catch me if ‘ya can” – yes, we just did. The taunting question was sent to Police by a rider who had been causing havoc amongst the Whangārei community in recent months. It ended up with the youth in custody, … Read more

Defence Minister visits Ukraine and Poland

Source: New Zealand Government Defence Minister Judith Collins has visited Ukraine, seeing firsthand the heartbreaking human cost of war to its people. “Russia’s illegal invasion has brought misery and destruction to the Ukrainian people for three-and-a-half long years now,” Ms Collins says. “New Zealand’s response was swift when Russia invaded in February 2022 – and … Read more

Galaxy Macau and UFC® Announce Multi-Event Strategic Partnership Agreement To Bring Three UFC Events to Galaxy Arena

Source: Media Outreach Starting in 2026 with UFC® FIGHT NIGHT MACAU and ROAD TO UFC Season 5 Opening Round MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2025 – Galaxy Macau™ Integrated Resort (hereinafter as “Galaxy Macau”) is proud to announce a landmark four-year strategic partnership with UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts … Read more

Gwofy Launches On-Chain Receivables Verification to Ease Cash-Flow Strains in Cross-Border E-Commerce

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – EQS Newswire – 4 September 2025 – Cross-border e-commerce service platform Gwofy has launched a new on-chain receivables verification solution. Through merchant-authorized APIs, the platform integrates sales, fulfillment, and expense data, packaging it on-chain in real time to create records that are transparent, auditable, and tamper-proof. The system … Read more

Six International Bands Debut at Chinese Mainland Music Festival, Top Chinese Acts Take the Spotlight — Aranya·Xiami Music & Arts Festival Delivers a World-Class Music Experience

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2025 – The 4th Aranya·Xiami Music & Arts Festival, a collaborative production between Xiami Music Entertainment and Aranya, successfully took place from August 27 to 31, 2025 at the Aranya seaside, under the theme “Another Life.” Set against the backdrop of Aranya’s … Read more

Appeal for witnesses following Cardrona Valley Road crash, Wānaka

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Senior Sergeant Fiona Roberts, Area Response Manager, Wānaka, Southern District. Southern District Police are investigating a serious crash in Wānaka and are seeking witnesses. Police responded to a crash on Cardrona Valley Road, around 4pm Wednesday 4 September. We would like to speak with anyone who saw the … Read more

Serious crash, East Taieri-Allanton Road /SH1

Source: New Zealand Police East Taieri-Allanton Road /SH1 between Law Road and Riverside Road is closed following a two-vehicle crash around 1:30pm. One person has sustained serious injuries and diversions are in place. Motorists should expect delays. The road is expected to be closed for several hours. ENDS Issued by the Police Media Centre. MIL … Read more

Temporary changes coming to Cambridge Road/SH29 intersection

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency For people that live near or travel along Cambridge Road, some temporary disruptions are on the way during the school holidays later this month as part of the State Highway 29 (SH29) Tauriko Enabling Works project. Work is underway on a major retaining wall at the intersection of SH29 and … Read more

Weather News – From northwest warmth to southwest chill – MetService

Source: MetService Covering period of Thu 04 – Mon 08 September – West-northwest breezes and passing cloud for the final two days of Zespri AIMS games in TaurangaAuckland starts off wet on Saturday but come kick off there’s just a risk of brief rain with chilly southwest windsFather’s Day is a bit of a mixed bag; … Read more

Business – Australia and NZ Leadership Forum concludes with firm commitment to a stronger trans-Tasman partnership

Source: BusinessNZ The 2025 Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum (ANZLF) has concluded in Canberra with business and government leaders from both nations reaffirming their commitment to deepening cooperation and building a more resilient and prosperous trans-Tasman partnership. Under the theme “Navigating a Turbulent World: Enhancing Trans-Tasman Prosperity, Security, and Resilience,” the Forum focused on concrete actions … Read more

Climate – This year’s winter snow ‘abysmal’ for many – Earth Sciences

Source: Earth Sciences New Zealand Winter snowfall was well below average for much of the country, says Earth Sciences New Zealand. Several ski fields were forced to close this season due to a lack of snow, leaving many ski enthusiasts disappointed. Hydrological forecasting scientist Dr Jono Conway said it had been an abysmal year for some … Read more

Property Market – A cold winter for property values – Cotality

Source: Cotality Property values in Aotearoa New Zealand edged down by -0.2% in August, the fifth monthly fall in a row, according to Cotality NZ’s latest hedonic Home Value Index (HVI). National values have dropped by -0.6% so far in 2025, with the modest gains seen late last year and early this year now negated.The … Read more

Renewable Energy – NZ Homes Could Be Fully Solar-Powered by 2032 – Data

Source: Impact PR A surge in solar capacity has put New Zealand on track to generate enough solar energy to power every home in the country within the next seven years, according to new research. Analysis of government installation data by Harrisons Solar, the nation’s largest residential solar provider, shows the total capacity installed reached … Read more

Universities – The corporate effects of protecting biodiversity – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) What happens when a national park or conservation area is created next to a business that emits toxic substances into the environment? A new study, co-authored by University of Auckland researcher Dr Marty Pham, shows that while companies near protected areas slash their toxic emissions, they do so by cutting … Read more

Consumer NZ – New Zealanders’ favourite shops revealed

Source: Consumer NZ Consumer NZ’s latest retailer survey has found the five shops with the most satisfied customers – and those falling short. The stores with the most satisfied customers and winners of Consumer NZ’s People’s Choice award were: 100% Home Appliances – in the large whiteware + appliances category and small appliances category PB … Read more

Binding arbitration sought to resolve senior doctors’ dispute

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today written to Health New Zealand and the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists (ASMS) calling on both parties to urgently enter binding arbitration. This action follows the collective agreement expiring 12 months ago, with mediation, facilitated bargaining, and an Employment Relations Authority recommendation failing to resolve … Read more

Tax Reform – PSA supports report calling for tech giants to pay fairer share of taxes

Source: PSA To help ensure properly funded public, health and community services the Government needs to aggressively ensure large international corporations pay their fair share of tax in New Zealand, the PSA says. A report issued today, commissioned by Tax Justice Aotearoa and the Better Taxes for a Better Future campaign, shows that some of the richest multi-national technology corporations – … Read more

Events – Zero Waste Hui celebrates 25 years of mahi

Source: Zero Waste Aotearoa Zero Waste Aotearoa will celebrate 25 years of building a waste free future at the Zero Waste Aotearoa National Hui from 8-10 September. The event will be hosted at the University of Auckland/Te Taumata Rau o Tāmaki Makaurau featuring a range of fantastic speakers. “From the movement’s early voices to those … Read more

Opportunity to have say on tolling closes soon

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency People are being reminded that if they want to have their say on proposed tolling for Canterbury’s new Belfast to Pegasus Motorway and Woodend Bypass (B2P), they need to do so before the opportunity closes in a few days. The proposal is for two tolling points (or gantries) to be … Read more

Police seek assistance to identify offender

Source: New Zealand Police Police investigating an aggravated robbery in Panmure are appealing for the public’s assistance in identifying the person pictured in these CCTV images. Just before 1.30am on Tuesday 12 August, this masked offender entered an eatery on Jellicoe Road armed with a hammer. Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Greaves, Auckland City CIB, says … Read more

Endeavour Fund research to shape NZ’s future

Source: New Zealand Government A project that looks to harness the potential of supercritical geothermal energy is amongst 19 ambitious science programmes the Government is backing, Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti and Regional Development Minister Shane Jones announced today. “The Endeavour Fund backs bold ideas with the potential to strengthen our economy, … Read more

Police arrest pair after yard burglary

Source: New Zealand Police Fence hoppers trying to escape proved no barrier for Police, who arrested two men this morning for burglary. At around 3.12am, Police received a report of two men allegedly carrying out a burglary at a yard in Ōtāhuhu. “The men were allegedly rummaging through cars and an office located on the … Read more

Collapsed scaffolding had basic safety flaws

Source: Worksafe New Zealand 4 September 2025 Details of a dramatic scaffolding collapse onto a busy Auckland road have been revealed for the first time by WorkSafe New Zealand, as its court case against the company responsible draws to a close. The nine-metre-high scaffold was for townhouses being built on the boundary of the Ellerslie … Read more

Contract awarded to deliver the Ōmanawa Bridge for SH29 Tauriko West Road of National Significance

Source: New Zealand Government The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has now awarded a contract to deliver the first phase of the State Highway 29 (SH29) Tauriko West Road of National Significance (RoNS), with the Ōmanawa Bridge replacement set to begin construction in October this year, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says. “Since endorsing the SH29 Tauriko … Read more

Strengthening deportation & immigration compliance

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is proposing to strengthen deportation settings and immigration compliance to help grow integrity and trust in New Zealand’s immigration system. “We know most people comply with their visa conditions and New Zealand laws while they are here. For those who do not, it’s important we have the right tools … Read more

Local Water Done Well plans to reduce costs

Source: New Zealand Government Councils have gotten behind Local Water Done Well by submitting their water services delivery plans on time, laying out how they intend to ensure good quality, cost effective water services for their ratepayers, Local Government Minister Simon Watts says. “This Government knows that addressing the scale and urgency of the water … Read more