Private capital investment remains resilient in the face of uncertainty

Source: Radio New Zealand 123rf Last year’s weak economic conditions coincided with a 35 percent drop in the value of capital investments, along with a 10 percent drop in the number of transactions the year earlier. NZ Private Capital Monitor indicates there were 276 transactions last year, with $2.5 billion in combined investments and divestments…

Dunedin councillor Benedict Ong gets nine month suspension after behaviour concerns

Source: Radio New Zealand Dunedin councillor Benedict Ong. RNZ / Tess Brunton A Dunedin councillor has been suspended from all committees and subcommittees for nine months because of concerns about his behaviour. Benedict Ong faced a code of conduct complaint after revealing details about a potential hotel development at Forsyth Barr Stadium to reporters in…

GPs calling for more funding and better allocation

Source: Radio New Zealand GenPro, the association for general practice owners, has called for all political parties to consider investing more in primary healthcare. 123rf GPs are calling for more funding and more accurate ways of allocating it, to ensure practices aren’t losing money. The government has recently announced a new method of determining the…

Two jerseys, two worlds at NRL Magic Round

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ executive editor Jeremy Rees managing to remain remarkably upbeat while publicly identifying as a Dragons supporter. Supplied First person: The year before the Warriors launched into the then Australian Rugby League, my wife was sitting exams. Coincidentally, in preparation for the Warriors’ launch, there was a lot of league on…

Bureaucratic battle could put cat rescuer’s operation on pause

Source: Radio New Zealand Some of the Feral No More rescue cats are in temporary cages, ahead of their move to Eketāhuna. RNZ / Jimmy Ellingham A cat rescuer who tames, desexes and rehomes stray felines is worried a bureaucratic battle could put his operation on pause. Tony Hitchcock has run Feral No More from … Read more

‘Nothing short of barbaric’: Police officer Lyn Fleming’s family grateful for guilty verdict

Source: Radio New Zealand The family of murdered police office Lyn Fleming say the way she died was was “nothing short of barbaric”. Senior Sergeant Fleming and Senior Sergeant Adam Ramsay were on foot patrol in Buxton Square in the early hours of New Year’s Day last year when they were hit by a car … Read more

Doremi3babies Helps Hong Kong Parents Choose the Right Caraz Playmat Size Amid Limited Living Space

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – Doremi3babies is one of Hong Kong’s most comprehensive retailers of Caraz baby playmats and playpens, with years of accumulated experience serving local families and maintaining quality standards for every product carried. Observing that size mismatches are among the most common … Read more

Serious crash, Killarney Street, Hamilton

Source: New Zealand Police Police are attending a crash involving a truck and a pedestrian on the intersection of Killarney Road and Ellis Street. The incident was reported around 3.15pm. One person sustained serious injuries and has been transported to hospital. The Serious Crash Unit have been notified of the incident. Killarney Road and Ellis…

Fatality following house fire, Chartwell

Source: New Zealand Police One person critically injured in a house fire in Chartwell last weekend has now died. Emergency services were called to a house fire on Bellmont Avenue, Chartwell about 3am on Saturday 9 May. Two people were taken to hospital suffering from smoke inhalation in a critical condition. One has now sadly…

Update 1: fatal house fire, Mairehau, Christchurch

Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute the following to Superintendent Lane Todd, Christchurch Metro Area Commander: Emergency services continue to work at the scene of a house fire on Whitehall Street in Christchurch, reported about 8.25pm tonight. Sadly, we can confirm one person has died. One person has critical injuries. Three other people have moderate…

Fatal crash, SH 1 / Main South Road, Selwyn

Source: New Zealand Police Police can confirm two people have died in a single-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 / Main South Road in Selwyn around 1.12pm. Ambulance services were called for four injured people that were involved in the crash. Sadly, despite the efforts of emergency personnel, two people were pronounced deceased at the…

Road clear, Killarney Road, Hamilton

Source: New Zealand Police Killarney Road and Ellis Street are clear and open to free-flowing traffic following a crash reported at 3.15pm. The crash involved a truck and a pedestrian.  One person sustained serious injuries and has been transported to hospital. The Serious Crash Unit were notified of the incident and Police will undertake enquiries…

Correction: Fatal crash, SH 1 / Main South Road, Selwyn

Source: New Zealand Police The release issued at 4.17pm on a fatal crash in Selwyn contained incorrect information on the number of vehicles, patients and their conditions. The crash involved at least three vehicles. Ambulance services were called for five injured people that were involved in the crash. Sadly, despite the efforts of emergency personnel,…

Update 4: fatal house fire, Mairehau, Christchurch

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Jo Carolan: The woman previously reported to be in critical condition after last night’s fire in Mairehau has now sadly died. Police’s thoughts are with her family, and we will continue to provide them with support. Enquiries are ongoing. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre

Helicopter crash, Mt Aspiring National Park

Source: New Zealand Police Two people have died following a helicopter crash in Mt Aspiring National Park this morning. Reports came in of the incident about 9.50am. Maritime NZ’s Rescue Coordination Centre has handed responsibility for the response to Police, who are on scene now. More information will be released when available. ENDS Issued by…

Crash causing delays on SH1, Randwick Park

Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being advised to expect delays following a crash on the Southern Motorway, Randwick Park this morning. The two vehicle crash was reported to Police at about 5.54am. Early indications suggest there are injuries. State Highway 1 citybound between the Takanini and Hill Road on-ramps is down to one lane…

SH1, Randwick Pack cleared following crash

Source: New Zealand Police Police can advise an earlier crash citybound on State Highway 1, Randwick Park has now been cleared. One person was transported to hospital in a moderate condition. Police would like to thank motorists for their patience while the scene was cleared. ENDS. Holly McKay/NZ Police

Pioneer Highway/SH1 blocked, Mataura, Gore

Source: New Zealand Police Pioneer Highway/State Highway 1, Mataura, Gore, is blocked following a tractor roll over this afternoon. Police were called to the single-vehicle crash, between Glencoe Highway and Craig Road, around 3.20pm. Thankfully, there are no serious injuries. The highway is expected to remain blocked for some time while the tractor is being…

Media Advisory: Media stand-up following guilty verdict

Source: New Zealand Police Police will speak to the media today following the guilty verdict this afternoon in the High Court at Christchurch. The stand-up will be held at 5:30pm at the Christchurch Justice and Emergency Services Precinct, 20 Lichfield Street, Christchurch. Media are asked to please RSVP to media@police.govt.nz ENDS Issued by Police Media…

Bill to strengthen disability support

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has today introduced the Disability Support Services Bill to Parliament, providing clarity and stability to the system which supports thousands of disabled New Zealanders.  “Disability Support Services (DSS) plays a vital role in people’s lives, but it’s been operating without a clear legislative foundation,” Minister for Disability Issues Louise Upston says.  “This…

CK Life Sciences’ Sequencio Therapeutics Appoints Emily Tan as Chief Operating Officer

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – Sequencio Therapeutics, a subsidiary of CK Life Sciences Int’l., (Holdings) Inc. (“CK Life Sciences”, Stock Code: 0775) today announced the appointment of Emily Tan as Chief Operating Officer. A 30-year biopharmaceutical veteran, Ms Tan will oversee the company’s global operations … Read more

Siam Piwat Joins Forces with Bangkok Pride and National Partners to Launch “The Celebration: Right to Love 2026,” Positioning Bangkok as a Global Pride Destination Ahead of Bangkok World Pride 2030

Source: Media Outreach Creating a Global Pride Month Phenomenon Through Collaboration, Creativity, and Celebration Across Bangkok BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – Siam Piwat Group, a leading real estate and retail developer—owner and operator of global destinations including Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery, and a joint-venture partner of … Read more

Beyond the Hype: AI+ Power 2026 Explores How AI Drives Real Business Value

Source: Media Outreach Tech Giants Microsoft, Adobe, BytePlus, HP, and iFLYTEK Headline the Event; Over 10,000 Professional Visits Expected to Bridge the “Deployment Gap” through High-Impact Exhibitions, Strategic Summits, and Hands-on Skills Labs HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – 2026 represents a definitive turning point as Artificial Intelligence transitions … Read more

Midtown becomes the city centre’s fastest-changing neighbourhood

Source: Auckland Council Midtown’s mojo continues to build as major transport, public realm, and development milestones are met ahead of the City Rail Link opening later this year. From new bus connections and streetscape upgrades to wastewater works, station testing and private investment, April has marked another step forward for one of Auckland’s fastest-changing neighbourhoods. … Read more