Unattended kayak located, Lake Te Anau

Source: New Zealand Police Police are appealing for information after an unattended kayak was found on Lake Te Anau late Tuesday afternoon (10 June). The red and white kayak was located floating upside down, with paddle, a stainless-steel flask and some fishing tackle nearby. Police hope the kayaker made it ashore and returned home without … Read more

New Tourism Growth Roadmap

Source: Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) This includes investing more than $19 million in international marketing across core and emerging tourism markets plus $8 million on attracting business and major events to New Zealand. The Government is also investing $4 million towards improving the visitor experience along the Milford Road corridor. This is … Read more

Fatal crash: Seaview Avenue, Northcote

Source: New Zealand Police Police are attending a fatal single vehicle crash in Northcote this evening. The crash occurred just after 4.30pm, where a vehicle left Onewa Road and collided with a power pole on Seaview Avenue. Despite medical assistance being provided at the scene, sadly we can confirm the sole occupant has died. The … Read more

Dai-ichi Life Group and Capgemini sign multi-year agreement to establish a Global Capability Center in India to drive international digital transformation

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2025 – Capgemini, and Dai-ichi Life Holdings, today announced the signing of a multi-year agreement to establish a Global Capability Center (GCC) in India. This landmark agreement is poised to accelerate Dai-ichi Life Group’s digital transformation globally. The GCC aims to tap into India’s … Read more

Tourism Growth Roadmap speech to Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA)

Source: New Zealand Government Tēnā koutou katoa. Thank you for the warm welcome. It is my pleasure to welcome you all to MEETINGS 2025. First, I would like to acknowledge Mayor Wayne Brown attending MEETINGS 2025 today and a special acknowledgment to Ngāti Whatua Orakei for their pōwhiri and welcome.  I would also like to … Read more

Education – Ara researchers publish groundbreaking work on AI in vocational education

Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury Ara Institute of Canterbury is celebrating the publication of a pioneering book that reframes the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, shifting the narrative from plagiarism prevention to unlocking its potential for better learning. AI in Vocational Education and Training, published by Springer Nature, brought together a multi-disciplinary group of … Read more

Local News – ELECTRIFY QUEENSTOWN TO RETURN IN 2026

Source: Destination Queenstown Queenstown, New Zealand (10 June 2025) – Electrify Queenstown will return for a third year, following the huge success of the 2025 event which built strong momentum across the region. Now a cornerstone event in Queenstown’s calendar, Electrify Queenstown will take place from 17 – 19 May 2026, bringing together industry leaders, … Read more

More funding to grow international tourism

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is increasing funding for attracting overseas visitors and investing in tourism infrastructure as part of its new Tourism Growth Roadmap, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says. “We’re investing $35 million to deliver the first stage of the Roadmap, which sets out the Government’s plan to double the value … Read more

Be vigilant: Fake Police scam doing the rounds again

Source: New Zealand Police Real Police officers are warning Kiwis to be vigilant of cold callers posing as Police officers, as a pesky scam rears its head. In the past year, Police have worked quickly to warn the public as these scam calls emerged. Waitematā CIB’s acting Detective Senior Sergeant Ben Bergin says, “unsuspecting victims … Read more

‘Above our expectations’ – Aucklanders borrow millions of library books over past year

Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council Libraries are leading the way lifting literacy across Tāmaki Makaurau with a stack of activities, support and smart technology. With 56 local libraries across the Auckland region, a fleet of mobile libraries on the road and borrowing available online, Aucklanders have access to the largest public library network in Australasia. … Read more

Gother upgrades tourism platform, targeting next-gen travelers and a top 3 spot in Thailand’s travel market by 2027

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2025 – Gother, a tourism service platform, operated by Search Engine Optimization, a joint venture between Beacon Venture Capital (venture arm of Kasikornbank) and Krungthai Ventures (venture arm of Krungthai Bank) is showing strong upward momentum following a 300% business growth in just … Read more

Climate legal action necessary response to Govt inaction – CTU

Source: New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi welcomes the legal action taken against the Minister of Climate Change by a coalition of legal experts as an important step in ensuring that Aotearoa meets its climate action obligations. “We strongly support legal action … Read more

Rural News – Restrictions on carbon forestry long overdue – Federated Farmers

Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers’ ‘Save our Sheep’ campaign has taken a major step forward this morning with the Government introducing legislation to stop carbon forestry on productive farmland. “This legislation is a really positive step forward – but from a farmer’s perspective, it’s long overdue,” says Federated Farmers meat & wool chair Toby Williams. “The … Read more

PSA welcomes Wellington mayoral candidate’s commitment to pay equity

Source: PSA The union representing library workers at Wellington City Council welcomes mayoral candidate Andrew Little’s commitment to pay equity, and encourages all local body candidates to make the same commitment. “This is just the latest example of people across the political spectrum recognising the Government’s vandalism of the Equal Pay Act as an unjust attack … Read more

Targeted willow control in Ahuriri catchment

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Targeted willow control in Ahuriri catchment | Environment Canterbury Date: 12 Jun 2025 Work programme protects waterways and wetland health Waterway management and wetland health is a primary focus of the work in the Ahuriri Catchment in the Upper Waitaki. The aim is to protect the ongoing health of Lake … Read more

Government rightfully sued over illegal climate ‘plan’

Source: Green Party Last week, world-leading climate scientists called out the Government’s approach to agricultural emissions. This week, climate lawyers have sued the Government because its Emissions Reductions Plans do not add up. “Luxon’s Government has chosen to pour oil, coal and gas on the climate crisis fire. Their climate ‘plan’ is not worth the … Read more

Climate legal action necessary response to Government inaction

Source: NZCTU The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi welcomes the legal action taken against the Minister of Climate Change by a coalition of legal experts as an important step in ensuring that Aotearoa meets its climate action obligations. “We strongly support legal action to ensure that the Government is held to … Read more

Appeal for information: Aggravated robbery Oxford Terrace

Source: New Zealand Police Police are asking for the public’s help after an aggravated robbery on Wednesday 4 June. Police were called to the Oxford Terrace store about 8pm on Wednesday, after three males entered the premises and threatened a worker. The offenders then fled in a vehicle, after stealing a number of items. Thankfully … Read more

Major changes to proposed anti-stalking law

Source: New Zealand Government Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith is welcoming changes to toughen up the proposed anti-stalking law, including being triggered after two specified acts within 24 months.  “This change better recognises patterns in stalking behaviour and time that can pass between incidents. For example, stalking that occurs around anniversaries would not be covered under … Read more

Name release and appeal for information: Unexplained death, Newtown

Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in a position to release the name of the man who was found deceased in an apartment on Mansfield Street, Newtown on Saturday. He was 40 year old, Oliver Hayes. Police extends our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of … Read more

Name release, fatal crash, Waikoha Road

Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in the position to release the name of the man who died following a crash on Waikoha Road on 30 May. He was 30-year-old Shaun Timothy Rich, from Te Pahu. Police extends our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of … Read more

Three arrests, stolen property recovered from Nelson burglaries

Source: New Zealand Police A 45-year-old man has been arrested and faces charges relating to a series of burglaries and thefts from vehicles in the Richmond and Stoke areas in recent months. A number of search warrants were executed in the Nelson area over the last couple of weeks, where Police recovered numerous items of … Read more

ONESIAM Global Grand Giveaway Season 2 Heats Up the Summer with Double Rewards for Bangkok-Bound Visitors

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2025 – Get ready to turn your Bangkok getaway into a rewarding adventure—in every sense of the word! The ONESIAM Global Grand Giveaway, Siam Piwat’s flagship tourism campaign, is making a grand comeback for its second year from June 20 to September 30, … Read more

Arlo Announces New Audio AI Smart Home Security Feature In Upgrade To Secure Plus Service Plan

Source: Media Outreach About Arlo Technologies, Inc. Arlo is an award-winning, industry leader that is transforming the ways in which people can protect everything that matters to them with advanced home, business, and personal security solutions. Arlo’s deep expertise in AI- and CV-powered analytics, cloud services, user experience and product design, and innovative wireless and … Read more

Leonhart Coffee Collaborates With Foodpanda Malaysia in Powering Riders To Boost Deliveries And Improve Livelihoods

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2025 – Stuck in traffic under the scorching sun, and unpredictable weather — this is the daily reality for thousands of food delivery partners across Malaysia. In an effort to power delivery riders and support their livelihoods, Leonhart Coffee — a European … Read more

Anmako Launches New Collection on 14 June 2025

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2025 – Anmako, a contemporary clothing brand known for its refined blend of functionality, elegance, and textile craftsmanship, will launch its new women’s collection, Anmako Glow, on 14 June 2025 at its flagship store in Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Level 3, 391 Orchard Road, Singapore … Read more

Asian Packaging Industry Online Exhibition 2025: Exploring Packaging Equipment and Products, Shaping the Future of Industry Development

Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 June 2025 – The Asian Packaging Industry Online Exhibition 2025 (APACK 2025) runs from June 10, 2025, to October 10, 2025, offering international buyers a valuable opportunity to explore leading packaging manufacturers from across Asia in one place, without the limitations of geography or … Read more