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Source: Radio New Zealand Sociologist Paul Spoonley RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly A demographer believes the prime minister is promising a solution to an immigration problem that does not exist. Christopher Luxon has told business leaders immigration was an emerging political issue and to expect “careful” immigration policy from National – and that the party would … Read more
Source: Health Coalition Aotearoa A majority of New Zealanders support reinstating the very low nicotine cigarette policy, and more than two-thirds believe the tobacco industry influences government policy, a new national survey has found. The Talbot Mills Research survey of 1,247 adults showed 68% believe the tobacco industry influences government policy, alongside 55% support for reintroducing … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HKUST Led Project Marks Hong Kong’s First Scientific Payload on the National Space Station HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2026 – The world’s first lightweight, high‑resolution, high‑precision synergistic observatory for carbon dioxide (CO₂) and methane (CH₄) emission point sources – named “MUSICO”, Multi‑Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory, led … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand After twenty years in the business, Katchafire have made many friends in the music industry. The New Zealand band have called on some of their contacts for their latest project, Revival: The Guest Edition. It’s the second time the band have revisited their platinum-selling debut released in 2003. Revival 2.0 was … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Set opposite Ben Thanh Market, One Central Saigon is a landmark mixed-use destination where luxury living, hospitality, retail and business converge at the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. The project also marks The Ritz-Carlton hotel brand’s debut in Vietnam, alongside The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Saigon, Grade A+ offices, curated retail, services and … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Transformational Acquisitions Expected to Contribute to Long Term Growth Starting 2Q26 HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2026 – Bora Pharmaceuticals (“Bora”; TWSE: 6472; OTCQX: BORAY) today announced its financial results and operational highlights for 1Q2026 and provides full year outlook. 1Q26 Business and Financial Highlights The Company … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Shane Tuhi, Hamilton City CIB: Hamilton Police have arrested and charged two men in relation to a road-rage assault in February. On Friday 27 February, around 9am, Police responded to an assault at the intersection of Massey Street and Korimako Street in Frankton, which left the victim in … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand A landslide on a Kingston street in Wellington, April 2026. RNZ / Mark Papalii The Natural Hazards Commission [NHC] is now receiving more claims for damage from landslides than for any other natural hazard. NHC received almost 13,000 claims for damage from landslides in the last five years, 10,000 more than … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2026 – LGT continues to strengthen its leadership team in Thailand with the appointment of Anchalee Bunsongsikul as Chief Executive Officer of LGT Securities (Thailand) Limited (“LGT Thailand”). This senior management hire underlines the strategic importance of Thailand for LGT and reflects the … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Hong Kong theatre IP “The Big Big Day” anchors the next phase of fan participation and entertainment asset tokenization, with qualifying projects potential exceeding HK$2 billion in scale HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2026 – Esperanza Fintech (Securities) Limited (“Esperanza” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Grovers Hill walking track in Roxburgh. Supplied / Central Otago District Council One person has died after a truck rolled on a walking track in Central Otago this afternoon. Police said the crash on Grovers Hill walking track – off Teviot Street in Roxburgh – was reported at 3.15pm. The … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 May 2026 – HGC Global Communications (“HGC” or “the Group”), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, yesterday hosted its fourth annual Partner Day, bringing together more than 200 industry leaders, representatives from industry associations and government organization … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to make New Zealand’s transport regulatory system fit for purpose has passed its third reading today, Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Associate Transport Minister James Meager say. “The changes bring transport legislation up to date by allowing digital options instead of paper documents, improving online service delivery, and strengthening rail … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Annette Hall has been the voice of Far North Radio and Sea Rescue for the past 20 years. RNZ / Peter de Graaf For the past 20 years Annette Hall has been like a mother to the boaties of the Far North. She’s kept tabs on where they are with twice-daily … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand At age 14, Valiant Overcomer climbed into the back of a truck as it drove out of Gloriavale towards what he believed could be hell. The Christian community, on the West Coast of Te Wai Pounamu, was the only place he’d known. Gloriavale, he’d grown up to believe, was the only … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Craspedia argentia seedlings in their new home at Mahaka Katia Scientific Reserve. RNZ / Katie Todd One of New Zealand’s rarest plant species is getting another shot at survival, after plummeting to just two known plants in the wild. About 250 Craspedia argentia seedlings are this week being planted at Mahaka … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested four people following a public brawl in Kopeopeo, Whakatāne, last month. On Wednesday 15 April, around 12.30pm, Police were called to the shopping area of Kopeopeo after a brawl broke out involving several people with gang associations. Police responded immediately, however the majority of the group had already … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Joao Luiz Bulcao / Hans Lucas via AFP Health NZ has confirmed one of the New Zealanders on board a cruise ship struck by hantavirus does not usually live in New Zealand. One New Zealand citizen left the ship before the hantavirus outbreak was revealed, while another disembarked on Monday and … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Awanui Labs is privately owned, but is contracted by Health NZ to provide medical laboratory and pathology services. Supplied An independent review into Invercargill’s Awanui Labs is needed after doctors twice missed signs a woman had cancer, Patient Voice Aotearoa says. The lab failed to detect the 74-year-old retired nurse had … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Renders of the proposed floating sauna on Lake Henry, looking north. Supplied / Southland District Council A proposal to run a floating sauna in a popular Te Anau reserve has gone up in steam in the face of public backlash. The plan was for people to sweat it out on a … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Matthew Ryan has admitted making and publishing intimate visual recordings. DCM / supplied A well-known Wellington landlord who owns numerous properties has pleaded guilty to multiple charges of making and publishing intimate recordings. Matthew Ryan appeared at the Wellington District Court on Wednesday, wearing a moon boot and using a walking … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ Young people who could have been helped into work are instead stuck “in a void” due to government policy changes, says the head of the Mayors’ Taskforce for Jobs. It comes as StatsNZ data points to rising youth unemployment, with 14.4 percent of 15 to 24-year-olds not in education, employment … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand The Sturges Road train station in West Auckland. File photo. Google Maps There has been an increased security presence at a West Auckland train station, after anti-social behaviour involving teenagers yesterday. The incident occurred at the Sturges Road train station car park on Tuesday afternoon. Auckland Transport spokesperson Hayden Rawcliffe confirmed … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand Inflation is expected to hit 3.41 percent in the year ahead, from 2.59 percent forecast in the previous survey. RNZ / Quin Tauetau RBNZ survey shows a more pessimistic view of the economy Weaker growth, higher inflation and unemployment, and a cash rate rise are expected in the near term Key … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Good evening, everyone. Thank you to the New Zealand Institute of International Affairs for the invitation to deliver this year’s annual lecture. It’s a pleasure to be here. I would like to acknowledge NZIIA Patron and former Governor General Sir Anand Satyanand, members of the diplomatic corps, distinguished guests. I would … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government As part of the Government’s work to grow the international education sector, new funding for a dedicated support function will help build sector capability and support schools to attract and manage international students, Education Minister Erica Stanford says. “Through the Govenrment’s Going for Growth plan, we are focused on doubling the … Read more
Source: Radio New Zealand AA said increasingly powerful e-bikes and e-scooters were hitting the market and causing a headache for police. RNZ / Dom Thomas The AA wants stronger rules for high-powered electric bikes and scooters. Its principal policy adviser Terry Collins told Checkpoint the current rules were unfit for purpose. “These rules that exist … Read more