Update: Missing woman located

Source: New Zealand Police Police can advise a woman missing in central Auckland has been located. The 60-year-old had gone missing this morning, and has since been located in the Grafton area. She is safe. Police thank the public for sharing our appeal today. ENDS. Jarred Williamson/NZ Police MIL OSI

National direction changes mark dark day for people and planet

Source: Green Party Today’s sweeping changes to environmental protections paint a damning picture of a government hellbent on profit at all costs, openly allowing more environmentally harmful activities under the guise of progress. “Today is a dark day for rivers, lakes, streams, beaches, forests and all who enjoy and rely on these taonga across Aotearoa,” … Read more

Keep yourself and others safe on the road this King’s Birthday weekend

Source: New Zealand Police Police are urging road users to put safety first this King’s Birthday weekend. Those who don’t should expect to see red and blue lights. The number of road deaths so far this year has seen too many families losing loved ones in crashes, says Acting Director of Road Policing, Inspector Peter … Read more

Unleash AI’s Infinite Potential: AI+ Power 2025, Hong Kong’s Premier AI Application Exhibition, Lands June 5-6

Source: Media Outreach The AI Wave is Here—The Future is Within Reach From AI-powered customer service to personalized marketing, Hong Kong startups are redefining traditional business models with practical AI solutions. Unlike high-end generative AI development, most applications now integrate AI into existing operations, driving efficiency and profitability in banking, insurance, retail, and more. For … Read more

Expectations vs. reality in trading: Octa broker’s perspective

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 May 2025 – In trading, success greatly depends on the ability to take a step back from a situation and assess it without bias. This becomes much easier when understanding of financial markets is not clouded by overly optimistic or unrealistic expectations carried … Read more

Fabrik Etc Celebrates 40 Years Of Curtains & Blinds Expertise

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 May 2025 – Fabrik Etc marks its 40th anniversary in the soft furnishings industry, reaffirming its longstanding presence as a specialist in curtains and blinds in Singapore. Over four decades, the company has built a reputation for reliability and quality, serving a broad clientele ranging … Read more

Planning and care urged for long weekend travel

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency With a busy (and possibly wet) long holiday weekend ahead, motorists travelling on the West Coast are being encouraged to check weather forecasts, roading conditions and plan ahead for their journeys in case of delays. “We’ve seen plenty of rain across the region over the last week and more rain … Read more

Proposed changes to primary sector national direction instruments

Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries Have your say The Government is consulting on changes to national direction instruments as part of its wider reform of the resource management system. Feedback will help shape how the proposals are finalised. The updated instruments will set resource management policy and rules for regional and local plans, policy … Read more

Waiheke Response Team being established by Auckland Emergency Management

Source: Auckland Council Auckland Emergency Management (AEM) has officially begun the process to establish a dedicated Waiheke Response Team, marking a major step forward in enhancing emergency preparedness and supporting resilience for the community on Waiheke Island. The new team will be made up of trained local volunteers who will serve as emergency responders when … Read more

Government Launches He Ara Whakahihiko Capability Fund

Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) The New Zealand Government has unveiled the He Ara Whakahihiko Capability Fund, a new investment initiative designed to accelerate the growth of the Māori economy through science, innovation, and technology. Formed through the merger of the Te Pūnaha Hihiko – Vision Mātauranga Capability Fund and the He … Read more

Aspire Integrates with Stripe to Help Businesses Get Paid 2x Faster

Source: Media Outreach Aspire users can now offer credit card payments for invoices and through payment links, providing greater flexibility, ease and convenience to their customers. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 May 2025 – Aspire, the leading all-in-one finance platform for businesses, has integrated with Stripe, a leading global financial infrastructure platform to … Read more

NZ-AU: 2025’s Best Trusted Bitcoin & Litecoin Cloud Mining Sites for Efficient Crypto Investments

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Sydney, Australia, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FioBit is recognized as the leading cloud mining site of 2025. Recently, FioBit launched its most profitable AI-powered cloud miner, sparking significant excitement within the cloud mining industry. For those looking to invest in cryptocurrency, this represents an exceptional opportunity. FioBit’s new miner is capable … Read more

Government backs commercial forestry with practical rule changes

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking firm action to ensure commercial forestry – one of New Zealand’s most productive and sustainable export sectors – is not stifled by red tape and inconsistent council rules Minister of Forestry Todd McClay announced today.  Public consultation opens this week on proposed amendments to the National Environmental … Read more

Enhanced mental health crisis support in Hawke’s Bay

Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey today attended the official opening of a new mental health service, Waiorua.  “It is fantastic to be in the Hawke’s Bay today to open this new service that will offer an alternative safe space to go for adults while they are in their time of need … Read more

Horticulture certificate at EIT helps two T&G leaders grow their careers

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology 2 minutes ago T&G Global employees Grace Rehu and Sam Carter are combining hands-on work with classroom learning as they grow their careers through study at EIT. Both are graduates of the New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3) at the Hawke’s Bay campus in Taradale and credit the practical, … Read more

New science fund to boost Māori economy

Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti and Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka have today announced He Ara Whakahihiko – a new, consolidated fund designed to unlock the economic potential of Māori-led research and innovation.  This forward-focused initiative brings together and streamlines previous funding mechanisms to deliver more targeted, impactful … Read more

Enabling more housing: National direction on granny flats and papakāinga

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking action to address the country’s housing crisis through the biggest package of proposed changes to national direction in New Zealand’s history, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka say. National direction refers to rules and policies sitting under the Resource Management Act (RMA) … Read more

Making it easier to consent quarries and mines

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has opened public consultation on the biggest change to national direction in New Zealand history, with proposals to make it easier to consent quarries and mines to enable more infrastructure development. National direction refers to rules and policies sitting under the Resource Management Act (RMA) that inform how councils … Read more

Government launches consultation on freshwater national direction

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has today opened public consultation on options to reform New Zealand’s freshwater national direction Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Associate Environment Minister Andrew Hoggard announced today.  National direction refers to rules and policies sitting under the Resource Management Act (RMA) that inform how councils develop and implement local plans … Read more

Consultation opens on sweeping overhaul of primary sector regulations

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has opened public consultation on the biggest package of changes to national direction under the RMA in New Zealand history, with proposals to streamline or remove many of the burdensome regulations holding our primary sector back from growth, say RMA Minister Chris Bishop, Agriculture Minister Todd McClay and Associate Environment … Read more

Electrifying growth: Infrastructure and energy RMA national direction open for consultation

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is taking action to address the country’s infrastructure deficit and energy shortage through a series of important changes to national direction under the RMA, say RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Energy Minister Simon Watts. National direction refers to rules and policies sitting under the Resource Management Act (RMA) … Read more

Have you seen Linda?

Source: New Zealand Police Police are asking for the public’s assistance in finding Linda Wolfgramm, who has been reported missing in central Auckland. The 60-year-old woman was last seen at an address on Anzac Avenue at 6am today. At the time she was last seen she was wearing black adidas track pants with a white … Read more

$266 Million to Expand Early Intervention and Clear Waitlists for Children with Additional Needs

Source: New Zealand Government “Every child deserves the chance to thrive and today I’m proud to announce a $266 million investment in Budget 2025 to clear waitlists, expand the Early Intervention Service, and reach thousands more children with the support they need to succeed,” Education Minister Erica Stanford says.  “For too long, families have faced unacceptable … Read more

Excellence celebrated at first-ever Minister for Manufacturing Awards

Source: New Zealand Government Exceptional Kiwi businesses and outstanding individuals who are driving industry productivity, innovation and job creation have been honoured at New Zealand’s inaugural Minister for Manufacturing Awards.  “Manufacturing fuels the economy by contributing over 8.4 percent to New Zealand’s GDP, generating more than 250,000 jobs and reinforcing our position as a global competitor,” … Read more

More regional events to get funding boost

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is driving economic growth in the regions by investing $2.6 million in 152 regional events, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “I’m thrilled with the variety of exciting events on offer, encouraging more New Zealanders to enjoy and explore our beautiful country beyond the main centres,” Louise Upston … Read more

Shoplifter lands in custody after thorough Police work

Source: New Zealand Police A sticky-fingered thief almost bagged nearly $1000 worth of groceries before Police tracked him down in Auckland last week. It’s led to Police laying charges for a wider spate of offending valued at over $10,000. At around 9am on Saturday 24 May Police received a report of a male shoplifting from … Read more

IPCA recommends Police improve investigative interviewing training

Source: Independent Police Conduct Authority 29 May 2025 The Independent Police Conduct Authority has completed a review of the Police’s use of the Complex Investigation Phased Engagement Model (CIPEM) interviewing method and found that, although it was a laudable attempt to enhance officers’ investigative interviewing skills, its implementation fell short in several respects. The Authority’s … Read more