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Source: Auckland Council Music and the arts continue to be a beacon of light in the regeneration of Auckland’s midtown, and that leading role is ever-present this NZ Music Month across the city centre. Kicking off with Opera in the Strand on 1 May, a month-long festival of music will see people dancing or at … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Overseas merchandise trade: March 2025 – 22 April 2025 – Overseas merchandise trade statistics provide information on imports and exports of merchandise goods between New Zealand and other countries. Correction to the overseas merchandise trade (OMT) series EXP+.S2PT04F for the period June 2016 to February 2025 In this release we have … Read more
Source: 2degrees 2degrees calls on Kiwis to take control of their notifications as part of Fairer Phones Project Every day, New Zealanders are bombarded by a relentless flood of notifications. Social media, emails, and app alerts disrupt focus, invade downtime, and fragment attention. Research commissioned by 2degrees now reveals that 50% of Kiwis feel overrun … Read more
Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage To Action: New Zealand Flag to fly at half-mast New Zealand Flag half-masting to mark the passing and funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis Tuesday 22 April 2025, 8am – 5pm (or building hours) Wednesday 23 April 2025, 8am – 5pm (or building hours) At the request of the Prime … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council Work to improve electricity network resilience and increase drinking water services is being carried out for the fast-growing eastern suburbs, with work on the Waitangirua Link Road now complete. Work on Te Ara Kāpehu (formerly Whitby Link Road) is now underway. Porirua Mayor Anita Baker says the first stage of this work … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 22 April 2025 DOC’s Acting Taranaki Operations Manager Phil Melgren says the visitor centre building was identified as needing replacement several years ago, due to its age and condition. Through an agreement between DOC and Te Atiawa, the iwi will lead on demolition of the existing building and construction of the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Regulations that will soon allow podiatrists to prescribe certain medicines have been approved, giving patients with painful foot and leg conditions better access to healthcare, Health Minister Simeon Brown has announced.“Enabling podiatrists to be able to prescribe medicines is all part of our Government’s commitment to ensuring Kiwis have access to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Veterans Minister and Associate Defence Minister Chris Penk will visit Niue this week to honour the contribution of Niuean service personnel to New Zealand and the Pacific on Anzac Day. “New Zealand shares a deep and enduring partnership with Niue in defence and security, forged through joint service and sacrifice in times … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Parents are being encouraged to provide feedback on how relationships and sexuality education (RSE) is taught in schools.“As young people grow up, they deserve the chance to be equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to interact respectfully with others. Relationships and sexuality education can play an important role in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon today expressed the Government’s condolences to the Holy See and to Roman Catholics in New Zealand and around the world on the passing of Pope Francis. “It is a time of great sorrow for all those who have admired Pope Francis’ compassion and humility,” Mr Luxon says. “Pope Francis … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government An upgraded ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA) takes effect today, strengthening New Zealand’s trade ties with Southeast Asia and Australia.“At a time of global uncertainty, this upgrade gives Kiwi exporters the certainty they need to grow their businesses, create jobs, and boost the economy,” Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Media are advised that Police will hold a stand-up this afternoon regarding the ongoing homicide investigation in St Johns. Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin will speak to media at the scene on St Johns Road, at 1.30pm. We ask those media interested in attending to RSVP to media@police.govt.nz so we know … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm the 50-year-old woman reported missing from the Addington area on 16 April has been located safe and well. We would like to thank the members of the public who provided information that assisted in locating her. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Sergeant Anna Plowman: Police are urging the public to prepare for the worst before heading outdoors this long holiday period following two land rescues in the Kaimai Ranges. The first call for help came around 3.30pm on Friday 18 April, when Police were notified of two people … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Inspector Wade Jennings, Hutt Valley Area Commander Police are monitoring gang movements through the Wellington region for a funeral today. Motorists can expect to see a large number of gang members add associates travelling around the wider Wellington region. Police will have a visible presence as … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Waipapa Road, Mangakino is closed following a crash. The two-vehicle crash happened between Scott Road and Moncarch Road just after 4pm. Three people have been seriously injured. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre MIL OSI
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on State Highway 3, near Urenui in Taranaki. Police were notified of the crash at 2.30pm. The crash, involving two cars, took place between Wharekauri Road and Mangamaio Road. The road is blocked and motorists are asked to take alternative routes … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on Waipapa Road, Mangakino earlier today. The two-vehicle crash was reported just after 4pm. One person died at the scene, two others have been seriously injured. The road remains closed, motorists are advised to avoid the area. ENDS Issued … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Christchurch Police are appealing for any sightings of Rochelle Tabak (also known as Rochelle Fleming), who has been missing since Wednesday. Rochelle, aged 50, has been reported missing and there are concerns for her welfare. She left her home address at midday on 16 April and was last seen … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin: Police are continuing to piece together the events that led to a man’s death after being assaulted in Saint Johns, Auckland, on Saturday night. Emergency services were called to a bus stop on St Johns Road shortly before 10pm on Saturday, following reports … Read more
Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 April 2025 – VinFast announces the milestone of delivering 400 VF 3 electric vehicles to Indonesian dealers and customers in just two months after its launch. This milestone not only affirms VinFast’s superior production capacity and process optimization capabilities but also demonstrates the strong … Read more
Source: Media Outreach DUSHANBE, TAJIKISTAN – Media OutReach Neswire – 21 April 2025 – Wildberries, a leading e-commerce platform in Eurasia, has launched sales and deliveries in Tajikistan via its online marketplace. This marks the fourth country where Wildberries operates in Central Asia and the ninth country in its overall footprint. Customers in Tajikistan, which … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 April 2025 – MSIG Insurance (Malaysia) Bhd (“MSIG Malaysia”) is proud to unveil MSIG PA Add-On: Assisted Living, a pioneering addition to its personal accident (PA) insurance portfolio. This latest enhancement marks a first-of-its-kind offering in Malaysia’s general insurance market, addressing a critical … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Neswire – 20 April 2025 – The 2025 World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit successfully took place from April 14 to 15 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This marks the first international summit of the World Internet Conference held in Hong Kong in its … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) The man missing in the water near Wairere Falls has sadly been located deceased. Police Search and Rescue staff located the man’s body late this afternoon. Our thoughts are with the man’s family at this very sad time. His death has been referred to the Coroner. ENDS Issued by … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A person has died in an incident involving a farm vehicle on a property near Taupo. Emergency services were called to the address on State Highway 5 at Wairakei shortly after 3:30pm yesterday (Saturday). On arrival, they sadly located one person deceased. WorkSafe was to be notified. The death … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are responding to a report of a slip on State Highway 1, Brynderwyn. The slip – between State Highway 12 and Artillery Road – is reported to be blocking the southbound lane of State Highway 1. Motorists in the area are asked to drive with caution. ENDS Issued … Read more