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Source: New Zealand Police A person has died following a truck crash on Number 1 Line, Longburn, Manawatū this morning. Police were alerted to the single vehicle crash at 9.20am. The Serious Crash Unit has been notified and towing is being arranged to remove the truck from the crash site. Enquiries into the circumstances of … Read more
Source: Govt’s austerity Budget to cause real harm in communities A party vote was called for on the question, That debate on this question now close. Ayes 68 New Zealand National 49; ACT New Zealand 11; New Zealand First 8. Noes 53 New Zealand Labour 32; Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand 15; Te Pāti … Read more
Source: Govt’s austerity Budget to cause real harm in communities A party vote was called for on the question, That debate on this question now close. Ayes 68 New Zealand National 49; ACT New Zealand 11; New Zealand First 8. Noes 55 New Zealand Labour 34; Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand 15; Te Pāti … Read more
Source: Govt’s austerity Budget to cause real harm in communities POINTS OF ORDER Recall of the Speaker—Closure Motions and Party Votes Hon KIERAN McANULTY (Labour): Point of order. I apologise to the Minister; however, this is the first opportunity we’ve had to raise this point of order, given that we’ve just come out of committee. … Read more
Source: Mr Speaker, Intro I rise on behalf of the ACT Party in support of this Budget. Let’s start with some simple truths about all Government Budgets. When the Government spends, it takes from the firms, farms, and families that make up our great country. A dollar spent by the Government can’t be spent by … Read more
Source: “ACT welcomes Parliament’s decision to authorise a Select Committee inquiry into the harms of social media on young people, as we proposed,” says ACT MP Dr Parmjeet Parmar. Dr Parmar sits on Parliament’s Education and Workforce Committee, and last week wrote to the Committee Chair with ACT’s proposal for an inquiry. “We now have … Read more
Source: “ACT has ensured Budget 2025 saves money to invest in essential services and support economic growth,” says ACT Leader David Seymour. “ACT would support leaner spending still, but our influence has ensured this Budget grows government at less than half the rate of inflation. When the government’s share of spending reduces, there is more left … Read more
Source: The Haps It’s all on. On Tuesday Parliament will see a lengthy debate on the Privilege Committee’s report into Te Pāti Māori’s haka hijinks, with the Committee recommending one and three-week suspensions for the offenders. Thursday will see the Coalition Government’s second Budget, pulling back spending so that the rest of the economy has … Read more
Source: Responding to the Health Minister’s announcement of a Budget boost to after-hours healthcare, ACT Leader David Seymour says: “This is what we can achieve when we prioritise spending. Kiwis will spend less time waiting at A&E because we’ve got a Government with the backbone to save money and reinvest in the front-line services we … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A 21-year-old man is facing serious injury and firearms-related charges after an incident in central Auckland early today. At around 3.50am Police attended an incident on Karangahape Road where several shots were fired. As a result two persons received injuries to their leg and foot which required medical attention. A short … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets A new 110km/h speed limit on State Highway 1 (SH1) for the Northern Gateway Toll Road, from north of Orewa to south of the Johnstone’s Hill Tunnels, will come into effect from 26 May, Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced today. “Economic growth and productivity are a priority … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 May 2025 – Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), John Lee, hailed as a “success” his recent visit to the Middle East (May 10-15), where he led a delegation of more than 50 business leaders and entrepreneurs from Hong … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Leading Educational Experts Convene at Knowledge Exchange Festival 2025 Navigating Collective Creative Futures through Arts Education HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 May 2025 – To foster greater understanding and facilitate dialogue on creative teaching and learning among stakeholders in education and the arts, AFTEC, with funding from The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to a crash involving a vehicle and at least one pedestrian on Fitzgerald Avenue, near Hereford Street. Police were called about 2.15pm. Initial indications are there may have been serious injuries. The Serious Crash Unit has been notified, and traffic management is in place. Motorists should avoid … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 May 2025 – GoodCool Pte Ltd, an aircon contractor in Singapore, is marking its second anniversary with the launch of a new community engagement initiative. As part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, the company will provide volunteer-based air-conditioning services for selected households across … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died after a truck collided with a power pole in Whangārei overnight. The crash, at the intersection of Riverside Drive and Ewing Road, was reported to Police at 1.25am today. The driver of the truck was the sole occupant. Enquiries are under way into the circumstances of the … Read more
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Kiwi scientists have discovered how daylight can boost the immune system’s ability to fight infections. NZT 6am Saturday 24 May: A breakthrough study, led by scientists at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland, has uncovered how daylight can boost the immune system’s ability to fight infections. The team focused on … Read more
Source: Media Outreach A Strategic Partnership Accelerate New Industralisation and Microelectronics Development HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 May 2025 – Hong Kong’s advanced manufacturing and microelectronics sector received a significant boost today with a three-year strategic partnership between Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and Würth Elektronik. Under this … Read more
Source: Media Outreach CANNES, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 May 2025 – The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, successfully organized Thai Night 2025, an event aimed at enhancing the global presence of the Thai entertainment industry and promoting international business networking. The event took place on Thursday, May 15, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 May 2025 – A team of four Form Three students from Good Hope School has developed a revolutionary plastic alternative, earning them the Junior Division Grand Award in the inaugural Seek Our Ways Social Ideation Programme. Their invention, the “Fully Biodegradable Gel”, offers … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police One person has died following a crash in Tapanui this afternoon. Just after 3:30pm, Police were called to a single vehicle crash on Station Road. The vehicle collided with a garage before catching fire. The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene. Police are making enquiries to determine the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police A homicide investigation is continuing into the death of a 77-year-old man in Horeke. The investigation has been underway after the man was found critically injured at a property on Waikerikeri Road in the early hours of 22 May. He sadly died at the scene. Detective Inspector Rhys Johnston, of Northland … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 May 2025 – SCG successfully co-hosted INTERCEM Asia 2025, the world’s premier cement industry conference, welcoming over 1,000 leaders from 52 countries. This co-hosting opportunity marks a strategic milestone in SCG’s international business development, positioning the company as a catalyst for global collaboration in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Northland Police are continuing to investigate the tragic death of a 3-year-old girl in Kaikohe on Wednesday evening. Police attended an address on Taraire Street where the girl was initially located unresponsive. “A scene examination has taken place today and will continue into tomorrow,” Detective Inspector Rhys Johnston, of Northland CIB, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Please attribute to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Darren Pritchard Two men have been arrested in Gisborne this afternoon, following an incident involving a firearm earlier today. At around 6:30am today Police were called to an address on Colin Street after receiving reports of two vehicles being damaged, and a firearm presented … Read more
Source: NZ Principals Federation Principals say the boost to Learning Support from Budget 2025 is the most substantial in years, even though there is a cost through other valuable resources. “For schools, this Budget has delivered a breakthrough. The Government has recognised the intense pressures teachers and principals are under with minimal support,” said Leanne Otene, … Read more
Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets New Zealand and Australia are redoubling our efforts to navigate an increasingly challenging strategic environment together, Foreign Minister Winston Peters says. “It’s been an honour to be hosted in Adelaide today by Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong,” Mr Peters says. “We wanted to get across the Tasman … Read more