Health and Security – Nurses call for immediate halt to police withdrawal

Source: New Zealand Nurses Organisation Police withdrawal from mental health call outs should be stopped until Te Whatu Ora makes critical resources available, the New Zealand Nurses Organisation Tōpūtanga Tapuhi Kaitiaki o Aotearoa (NZNO) says. Phase Two of the changes come into effect on Monday (14 April) but police have delayed the starting date in all … Read more

Local News – Porirua Careers Expo returns for 2025

Source: Porirua City Council After a successful inaugural event in 2024, the Porirua Careers Expo will again fill Te Rauparaha Arena next month. The free event will run from 9.30am-4.30pm on Tuesday 13 May and provides an opportunity for young people and job seekers to connect with industry professionals and education providers, network with peers and … Read more

Animal Welfare – Greyhound racing’s death toll climbs as industry drags its feet – SAFE

Source: SAFE For Animals Another greyhound has died on the racetrack, exposing once again the industry’s reckless disregard for animal welfare. Big Time Hinda collapsed at the lure and was pronounced deceased shortly thereafter at Cambridge raceway on Thursday 10 April. This marks the seventh greyhound death since Racing Minister Winston Peters announced a ban on … Read more

Improving immigration settings for Pacific visitors

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand is making it easier for people from across the Pacific to visit here, the Foreign Affairs and Immigration Ministers have announced. “We deeply value our Pacific relationships. Being able to visit New Zealand to connect with family and friends is an important part of this,” Foreign Minister Winston Peters says, … Read more

Road blocked, SH1, Paekākāriki

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Wellington Police are advising motorists to be aware of the traffic delays on SH1 following an incident earlier this morning. At around 6.30am, Police were notified of debris on the Southbound lanes between the Paekākāriki off-ramp and the Paremata Haywards Road off-ramp. Traffic management is in place and motorists … Read more

E tū welcomes defeat of Treaty Principles Bill – E tū

Source: Etu Union E tū, New Zealand’s largest private sector union, welcomes the overwhelming defeat of the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi Bill in Parliament yesterday. The bill, which sought to redefine the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, was rejected by 112 votes to 11.​ E tū President Muriel Tunoho expressed immense pride … Read more

Going on strike is not a reason to skip school

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Education Minister David Seymour has a message for students going on strike today; if you really want to make a difference in the world, show up, work hard, and take every opportunity to learn.“School holidays start this Saturday. If students want to show how much this cause means to them, … Read more

Strengthening partnership with Raukawa

Source: New Zealand Government He aha te kai a te rangatira? He kōrero, he kōrero, he kōrero.The government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the aspirations of Raukawa and communities across the South Waikato, Minister for Māori-Crown Relations Tama Potaka says.“My deep thanks to all those who travelled from Raukawa whenua to share their important … Read more

Update: Miramar homicide investigation

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Inspector Nick Pritchard: Police continue to make steady progress in the investigation into the homicide of 63-year-old Abdul Nabizadah, who was found critically injured in Camperdown Rd, Miramar at 2.20am on Monday 17 March. Mr Nabizadah later died in Wellington Hospital from injuries Police believe were … Read more

Fatal crash, SH1 Tirau

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) One person has died after a two-vehicle crash on SH1 near Tirau late last night. Emergency services were called to the scene about 10.40pm. Sadly one person died at the scene. The Serious Crash Unit has examined the scene and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. … Read more

VinFast launches VF 6 B-SUV and introduces free EV charging program in the Philippines

Source: Media Outreach PASAY, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – At the 2025 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS), VinFast officially launched sales of the VF 6, a fully electric SUV in the popular B-segment, introduced a free charging program available at charging stations operated by V-GREEN, and forged strategic partnerships with … Read more

24/7 FITNESS and LIVE4WELL Join Forces in Powerful Alliance Turn Your Sweat into Tangible Rewards

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – LIVE4WELL, a global AI-powered wellness and sports membership platform, is proud to announce its collaboration with the renowned fitness chain 24/7 FITNESS, which boasts over 180 locations in Asia. 24/7 FITNESS and LIVE4WELL Join Forces in Powerful Alliance Turn Your … Read more

Ka mate te Pire- Ka ora te mana o Te Tiriti o Waitangi me te iwi Māori

Source: Te Pati Maori Today, Te Pāti Māori join the motu in celebration as the Treaty Principles Bill is voted down at its second reading. “From the beginning, this Bill was never welcome in this House,” said Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader, Rawiri Waititi. “Our response to the first reading was one of protest: protesting the … Read more

LFC to face Yokohama F. Marinos on second leg of pre-season tour in Asia

Source: Media Outreach LIVERPOOL, UK – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – Arne Slot’s men will play Yokohama F. Marinos in the second game of their pre-season tour in Asia this summer. It will be the first time the Reds have visited Japan for pre-season tour and the game against the J1 League … Read more

Chris Hipkins speech: Treaty Principles Bill second reading

Source: New Zealand Labour Party This is a grubby little bill, born of a grubby little deal. It has had a colossal impact on the fabric of our nation, and this bill will forever be a stain on our country. What I do take pride in is the way New Zealanders have come together over … Read more

Release: End to the Treaty Principles Bill, but challenges remain ahead for Aotearoa

Source: New Zealand Labour Party Ka mate te pire I te rā neiThe bill dies today Engari ka kakati tonu te namu I te whārangi o te pukapukaBut the sandfly continues to nip at Te Tiriti o Waitangi Ka ora tonu te hoariri!The enemy still lives! This whakataukī penned by Labour MP Peeni Henare reflects … Read more

Ka mate te Pire, ka ora Te Tiriti o Waitangi – Treaty Principles Bill dead, Te Tiriti o Waitangi movement lives on

Source: Green Party The Green Party is proud to have voted down the Coalition Government’s Treaty Principles Bill, an archaic piece of legislation that sought to attack the nation’s founding agreement. “The Treaty Principles Bill is dead. Our movement for Te Tiriti o Waitangi justice lives on,” says Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson.  “Instead of … Read more

Government moves quickly on NZ-UAE Trade Agreement to give Kiwis certainty

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is moving quickly to ratify the New Zealand–United Arab Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) this year, to give Kiwi exporters options and greater certainty Minister for Trade and Investment Todd McClay announced.“The NZ-UAE CEPA implementation bill passed its first reading in Parliament today,” Mr McClay says.“New Zealand exporters … Read more

Medicines Amendment Bill passes first reading

Source: New Zealand Government Associate Health Minister David Seymour is welcoming the passing of the Medicines Amendment Bill at first reading. The bill enables the ‘Rule of Two’. allowing medicines to be approved in less than 30 days if the product has approval from two recognised overseas jurisdictions.    “Faster access to medicines has always been … Read more

Ascott aims to double India portfolio to 12,000 units by 2028 and commits to grow India as a key outbound source market

Source: Media Outreach Inks three signings in Q1 2025 to add 600 units under the Oakwood brand, bringing Ascott’s current portfolio in India to ~6,100 units Introduces lyf, The Crest Collection and The Unlimited Collection brands to cater to the evolving needs of next-gen travellers and address the growing demand for authentic Indian heritage and … Read more

Zimbabwe Government Delivers on Commitment: Compensation of Former Farm Owners Under the Global Compensation Deed Commences

Source: Media Outreach In February 2025, Government disbursed US$20 million towards compensation of investors protected by Bilateral Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement whose farms were affected by the 2000 Land Reform programme HARARE, ZIMBABWE – EQS Newswire – 10 April 2025 – Zimbabwe Government has started fulfilling its commitment to compensate Former Farm Owners (FFOs) … Read more

Only ACT has courage to defend equal rights

Source: ACT Party “ACT was the only party with the courage to defend equal rights in Parliament by voting for the Treaty Principles Bill at its second reading,” says ACT Leader David Seymour. “Is New Zealand a tribal society where your rights depend on your ancestry, or a liberal democracy where everyone has the same … Read more

Second arrest made in relation to Kawerau homicide

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Paul Wilson, Eastern Bay of Plenty Area Investigations Manager: A second person has been arrested and charged with murder following the death of a man in Kawerau on 26 February. A 15-year-old male was taken into custody after Police executed a search warrant at … Read more

CPA Australia: Hong Kong SMEs eager to innovate amid tougher financing conditions

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 April 2025 – CPA Australia’s latest Asia-Pacific (APAC) Small Business Survey 2024-25 reveals that the outlook for business growth this year for Hong Kong’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) has slowed, though their hiring intentions remain strong. To combat uncertainties and rising competition, … Read more

Climate – Untapped potential of nature to reduce flooding – New Zealand could make better use of natural processes to reduce the risk of flooding – NIWA

Source: NIWA New Zealand could make better use of natural processes to reduce the risk of flooding, according to research by the National Institute of Water & Atmospheric Research (NIWA). Initiatives that use or mimic natural processes can improve water management and limit the devastation caused by storms and heavy rainfall, says NIWA hydrologist Dr James … Read more

EIT to host international Work-Integrated Learning conference | EIT Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 1 minute ago EIT is set to join Work-Integrated Learning New Zealand (WILNZ) in hosting the annual Work-Integrated Learning International Conference, bringing together educators, researchers, and industry leaders from across Aotearoa and beyond. To be held on April 15 and 16 at EIT’s Hawke’s Bay Campus in Taradale, … Read more

EIT students help thousands of kids tackle Tough Kid challenge | EIT Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 3 minutes ago EIT students helped bring the Mitre 10 MEGA Tough Kid challenge to life last week during two action-packed days. The popular annual event at Mitre 10 Park Hawke’s Bay drew thousands of tamariki from across the region to take on a 23-obstacle course focused on … Read more