Police target illegal 3D printing operation

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) – Police shut down illegal 3D printed firearm operation– Five warrants across Auckland; five arrested on serious charges– Significant seizure of firearms, 3D printed parts and 3D printers– Police targeting criminal distribution of firearms on multiple fronts– Prevalence of 3D printed firearms in community still low Police are sending … Read more

Review of Certain Matters under the Contraception, Sterilisation, and Abortion Act 1977

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health View all formats This is the first periodic Review of Certain Matters under the Contraception, Sterilisation, and Abortion Act 1977.   The review identifies that some good progress has occurred. There is increased access to abortion services, with more providers, and an increase of locations of provision. In addition, … Read more

Abortion Services in Aotearoa New Zealand: The voices of wāhine on improving access

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health View all formats This research report was commissioned by the Ministry to help inform the Review of Certain Matters under the Contraception, Sterilisation, and Abortion Act 1977. It was one of three reports commissioned for three different consumer groups. The research report focuses on the experiences of Māori and … Read more

Abortion Is a Human Right and Health Issue: Disabled people’s experiences of abortion services in Aotearoa New Zealand

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health View all formats This research report was commissioned by the Ministry to help inform the Review of Certain Matters under the Contraception, Sterilisation, and Abortion Act 1977. It was one of three reports commissioned for three different consumer groups. The research report focuses on the experiences of disabled people … Read more

‘It Just Adds Another Layer of Stress’: Rainbow people’s experiences of abortion services in Aotearoa New Zealand

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health View all formats This research report was commissioned by the Ministry to help inform the Review of Certain Matters under the Contraception, Sterilisation, and Abortion Act 1977. It was one of three reports commissioned for three different consumer groups. The research report focuses on the experiences of rainbow people … Read more

Urban resurfacing work coming for State Highway 1 Wellington City

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Drivers travelling on sections of State Highway 1 on Vivian Street and Kent Terrace can expect smoother journeys ahead, with resurfacing works planned next week. Three nights of work are planned for Sunday, 13 April, Tuesday, 15 April, and Wednesday, 16 April. Weather permitting, work crews will be on site … Read more

Government to wind down Green Investment Finance

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has announced the New Zealand Green Investment Finance (NZGIF) will stop making new investments and will wind down its existing portfolio, Climate Change Minister Simon Watts says. “Almost $400 million has been invested with very limited results and there are more than 20 other government funds operating with similar … Read more

Call to end discrimination against disabled migrant children in New Zealand

Source: IHC Joint Statement – Disability advocates, including IHC and New Zealand Down Syndrome Association, are calling on the New Zealand Government to reverse a deeply discriminatory immigration policy that targets children with intellectual disabilities. A six-year-old boy with Down syndrome, the child of a South African couple living in Waikato, is facing deportation following … Read more

Tech – Samsung Introduces Real-Time Visual AI on Galaxy S25 Series With Gemini Live Update

Source: Samsung Galaxy S25 series users can experience new visual conversation capabilities through a free software update AUCKLAND, New Zealand – April 8, 2025 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the rollout of a new AI experience with Gemini Live, bringing real-time visual conversations with AI to Galaxy users. The feature will begin rolling … Read more

Māori and Pacific Communities Face Devastating Impact from Kāinga Ora Job Cuts – PSA

Source: PSA The disestablishment of hundreds of staff at Kāinga Ora will have a devastating impact on Māori and Pacific tenants, the PSA says. The latest restructuring of Kāinga Ora proposes deep cuts to roles that directly support whānau on the housing waitlist and those who rely on call centres for urgent assistance. The proposed restructure, … Read more

Myanmar earthquake: Risk of waterborne disease outbreak amidst devastation compounded by weekend heavy rains – Oxfam

Source: Oxfam Aotearoa Heavy rains that struck Mandalay and Sagaing – the epicenter of the recent earthquake in Myanmar – over the weekend have further complicated the humanitarian situation. The existing lack of sanitation and clean water is now increasing the risk of waterborne diseases, said Oxfam today. Rajan Khosla, Oxfam in Myanmar Country Director, said: … Read more

Greenpeace Statement: Greenpeace corrects Federated Farmers’ impotent attack

Source: Greenpeace In response to the “desperate bid” by Federated Farmers to curtail Greenpeace, the environmental heavyweight has issued a correction to the agri-industry lobby group’s “scurrilous complaint” made to the Charities Commission yesterday. Greenpeace Aotearoa spokesperson Niamh O’Flynn says, “It’s just another attempt to shut down dissent by Federated Farmers. The Feds are a lobby group … Read more

Reserve Bank Gov Appointed – Christian Hawkesby appointed as Governor of the RBNZ for 6 months

Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 8 April 2025 – Christian Hawkesby has been appointed as Governor of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand for a six-month term by the Minister of Finance, upon the recommendation of the RBNZ Board.   Mr Hawkesby has been acting Governor since 5 March and will be Governor from 8 … Read more

Expanding prescriber rights will increase access to medicines

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is making changes to prescriber regulations, giving New Zealanders better access to medicines, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Associate Health Minister David Seymour say.“We are committed to ensuring Kiwis have access to timely, quality healthcare in their communities,” Mr Brown says.“Making our health system more efficient and enabling our … Read more

Reserve Bank appointment

Source: New Zealand Government Acting Reserve Bank Governor Christian Hawkesby has been appointed as Governor of the Reserve Bank for a six month period, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says.  The appointment is effective from 8 April 2025 and can be extended by up to three months with written notice. “Mr Hawkesby is an experienced central … Read more

Cristiano Ronaldo Launches the First-Ever CR7® LIFE Official Flagship Store at Times Square, Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Cristiano Ronaldo is set to redefine the shopping experience with the grand opening of the first-ever CR7®LIFE Official Flagship Store at Times Square in Hong Kong celebrating his museum and legacy. Set to open its doors on June on the … Read more

Public sector should embrace 90-day trials

Source: ACT Party ACT is encouraging public sector organisations to make use of 90-day employment trials, once a law change announced today allows for it. Today Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden announced the end of the ‘30-day rule’ which forces new employees onto collective contracts even if they are not union members. The removal … Read more

Release: David Parker made a difference – Hipkins

Source: New Zealand Labour Party The Labour Leader today acknowledged and celebrated David Parker’s 23-year contribution to the Labour Party and to Parliament. “David Parker is a principled and talented Parliamentarian and the Labour team will miss him,” Labour Leader Chris Hipkins said. “He is optimistic and hard-working and has served in a variety of … Read more

Release: David Parker to step down from Parliament

Source: New Zealand Labour Party Long-serving Labour MP and former Minister David Parker has today announced his intention to leave Parliament. “It has been a privilege to be elected by the people of New Zealand to represent their interests in Parliament for the last 23 years,” David Parker said. “I have served to the best … Read more

Cross-party delegation to visit Pacific

Source: New Zealand Government A high-level delegation from across New Zealand’s Parliament will visit the Pacific over the coming week, led by Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters. “New Zealand’s commitment to the Pacific is long-term and endures through successive governments and across the political spectrum,” Mr Peters says. “That’s why we are visiting the region … Read more

FLAIR to Debut at Manufacturing World Nagoya 2025

Source: Media Outreach Showcasing Five Platform Technologies to Empower Industrial Advancement in the Central Japan Region HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – The Hong Kong Industrial Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Centre (FLAIR) will debut in Japan at Manufacturing World Nagoya 2025 (9-11 April, Port Messe Nagoya), showcasing advanced technologies … Read more

Name release, fatal train crash Penrose

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are now in a position to release the name of the man who was killed following a collision between a train and vehicle in Penrose on Friday. He was Sarveen Singh, 40, of Auckland. Our thoughts and sympathies are with his family at this difficult time. The crash … Read more

Arup honoured with multiple awards at HKIE 50th Anniversary for its achievements in decades of shaping Hong Kong

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Arup, a global built environment consultant, has been recognised with eight awards at The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE) 50th Anniversary Legacy Award, including five Grand Awards and three Merit Awards, honouring its continuous contributions to engineering, industry and … Read more

Coffex Coffee Malaysia to Host “Coffee, Planet and Us 2025” to Champion Sustainable Living

Source: Media Outreach SELANGOR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Coffex Coffee Malaysia and MONO Origine are proud to announce its signature event, Coffee, Planet and Us 2025, themed “The Cost of Sustainability vs The Value of Humanity”, to be held on Wednesday, 30 April 2025 at UOW Malaysia, Glenmarie from … Read more

Brooke van Velden ramps up her war on working people

Source: Council of Trade Unions – CTU The NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi is dismayed that Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety Brooke van Velden has launched another attack on workers’ rights by removing employment protections for workers when they start in a new role. These protections include being provided information about the role and function … Read more

Politics: CTU Statement – Brooke van Velden ramps up her war on working people

Source: NZCTU The NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi is dismayed that Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety Brooke van Velden has launched another attack on workers’ rights by removing employment protections for workers when they start in a new role. These protections include being provided information about the role and function of unions and that, for … Read more

North Island Firefighters compete in high profile firefighter-sports event

Source: United Fire Brigades’ Association Aotearoa New Zealand is protected by around 14,000 paid and volunteer firefighters from urban, rural, industrial, and defence force fire brigades. Firefighters have expert, life-saving skills that they regularly train for and perfect so that when the siren calls, they can confidently respond. Recently, we have seen the incredible and gruelling … Read more