Presented by K11 Art Foundation, Philip Colbert’s monumental sculpture THE LOBSTER PAINTER – a collaboration with Co-Museum – along with five other works create an immersive city takeover

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Source: Media Outreach The sculptures are now available for public viewing at various locations across K11 MUSEA and add a bold, interactive dimension to Hong Kong’s city-wide celebration of the arts From 26 March to 13 May 2025 at GF, Promenade, K11 MUSEA HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2025 – … Read more

Third person before the courts following aggravated robbery, Invercargill

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police have taken a third young person into custody in relation to an aggravated robbery in Invercargill. At around 3.30am on Monday 24 March, Police were alerted to four people entering a store on North Road. The group targeted cigarettes and tobacco before fleeing in a vehicle. Today, Police … Read more

Dream becomes a reality for EIT Auckland Valedictorian | EIT Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti

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Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 7 minutes ago When Mai Nguyễn first arrived in New Zealand in April 2023, she could only dream of one day standing on stage delivering the valedictory speech at her own graduation. Yesterday, (March 25), she did just that — speaking as Valedictorian and graduating with a Master … Read more

Media Advisory: Dog graduation

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) New Zealand Police will host the latest dog graduation on Thursday 27 March at 1pm.  Handlers and their dogs will be celebrating in front of whānau and friends and members of the New Zealand Police executive and the New Zealand Army.  Graduating from the police patrol dog course are … Read more

Cuddles for crims out, rights for victims in

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Source: ACT Party Welcoming the third-reading passage of sentencing reforms today, ACT Justice spokesperson Todd Stephenson says: “Cuddling criminals didn’t work, so ACT campaigned on restoring consequences for crime, and rights for victims. Now, that’s written into law,” says Mr Stephenson. “The reforms passed today deliver on ACT coalition commitments to create new aggravating factors … Read more

Man taken into custody following Murupara incident

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Inspector Lincoln Sycamore, Bay of Plenty District Commander (Acting) A man has been taken into custody following an incident in Murupara today. About 6:45am, the man allegedly forced entry into the unmanned Murupara Police station by smashing a glass door. A vehicle was not used to gain … Read more

Two before the court following burglary, Bluff

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Senior Sergeant Mel Robertson: Two youths have been arrested in Bluff overnight, following a reported burglary at a commercial premises on Gore Street. At around 2:30am, Police were called to the premises after reports of a burglary. The alleged offenders gained access and have taken items from … Read more

Speech to Project Auckland Luncheon

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Source: New Zealand Government Good afternoon, everyone. Thanks, Murray, for that introduction.   It’s a pleasure to be speaking with you here in New Zealand’s capital city of growth, at this launch of the Project Auckland report.   Can I start by acknowledging my parliamentary colleague Hon Simeon Brown. He is unquestionably the biggest advocate for Auckland … Read more

Tauranga City Council spends $180,000 on a film that no-one’s watched

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Source: ACT Party “Finally, Tauranga ratepayers can watch the $180,000 documentary the Council produced to promote its $306 million redevelopment of the civic centre,” says Tauranga-based ACT MP Cameron Luxton. “The documentary was privately launched at a party for VIPs four months ago. On the 1st of this month it was finally uploaded to the Council’s YouTube … Read more

Tamatha Paul needs to talk to normal people

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Source: ACT Party ACT Police spokesperson Todd Stephenson is calling on Green MP Tamatha Paul to host a public meeting on law and order in her electorate to find out what normal people think about the Police. At an event promoting – in her own words – ‘radical police abolition’, Paul recently stated: ‘Wellington people do … Read more

Real consequences for crime restored

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Source: New Zealand Government Kiwis can now feel safer knowing serious criminals will spend longer in prison with the Government’s sentencing reforms passing final reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “This Government promised to restore real consequences for crime. That’s exactly what we’re delivering.“In recent years, courts have imposed fewer and shorter prison … Read more

New fines for fisheries offences come into force

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Source: New Zealand Government Fisheries offences will be subject to a broader range of penalties to ensure the punishment fits the crime under regulatory changes that come into effect on April 10, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. “Until now, the only option to deal with some fisheries offences by recreational and commercial fishers … Read more

Universities – ‘Tech bro’ culture stifling startup sector – academics – UoA

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Source: University of Auckland (UoA) You might have heard the term ‘tech bro’ – a shorthand for the hypermasculine culture synonymous with the startup world. But while it’s often associated with Silicon Valley, that same culture is alive and well in New Zealand’s innovation scene too, say researchers Professor Anne de Bruin and Dr Janine … Read more

Universities – Searching for the missing link to heart disease in NZ’s Fijian population – Otago

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Source: University of Otago Researchers at the University of Otago, Wellington – Ōtākou Whakaihu Waka, Pōneke, are looking to genetics to understand why Fijian New Zealanders are at higher risk of having heart attacks or developing angina at a young age. The research is led by Heart Foundation Research Fellow Dr Pritika Narayan from the … Read more

Great World Residences unveils new name and brand identity

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Neswire – 26 March 2025 – Great World Residences, formerly known as Great World Serviced Apartments, proudly announces its new name and refreshed brand identity, marking more than 25 years of providing exceptional serviced residential living. At the heart of this transformation is a comprehensive refurbishment of its … Read more

Cross-party involvement on resource management reform

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government has today written to the Labour and Greens parties, inviting their involvement in the process to replace the Resource Management Act with a far more liberal planning system, say Minister Responsible for RMA Reform Chris Bishop and Under-Secretary Simon Court.“Everyone agrees that the RMA is broken and in desperate … Read more

Safer roads through roadside drug driver tests

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Source: New Zealand Government The Police are on track to have powers to screen drivers for impairing drugs after legislation to enable roadside drug testing passed its third reading today, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says.   “Drivers who consumeimpairing drugs are a significant danger on our roads. In recent years, around30 percent of road deaths have … Read more

Mid-Canterbury travellers face delays at Ealing, north of the Rangitata River Bridge, SH1 from next week

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Source: New Zealand Transport Agency People who travel between Ashburton and Rangitata in Mid-Canterbury will need to build in extra time throughout April, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). A roading contractor has become available at short notice, hence notifying people less than a week out, says NZTA. “We apologise for the lack of … Read more

Tasman Police appealing for firearms as investigation continues into cold case

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police investigating the murder of David John Robinson continue to make progress after new leads breathed renewed energy into the investigation. The homicide investigation was launched on 28 December 1998 after David’s body was located on a remote West Coast beach near Ross. For more than 25 years, the … Read more

Arrests follow burglary report in St Heliers

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Three arrests were made after a trio attempted to break into a St Heliers convenience store this morning. Auckland City East Area Prevention Manager Inspector Rachel Dolheguy says a burglary was reported at 1am at the St Heliers Bay Road store. “Three offenders were reported to be trying to … Read more

5 ways to enjoy Auckland after daylight saving ends

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Source: Auckland Council Daylight saving ends on 6 April and it’s natural to feel a shift this time of year. But shorter days don’t mean shorter experiences. There’s plenty to do to make the most of Auckland, even when there are fewer hours of sunshine. Take the opportunity to embrace this season of change with … Read more

Targeted support when relocating for work

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Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Social Development and Employment Louise Upston says there will be targeted help if people need to relocate for a job. The Relocate for Work Support payment will be available from 31 March for people on a benefit who can’t find a job where they currently live and need support … Read more

Greenpeace shocked by Govt MP’s attempt to strip New Zealanders’ democratic rights

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Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace Aotearoa is condemning a Government MP’s proposed Members’ Bill, which aims to prevent New Zealanders from seeking action on climate change through the legal system. National Party MP Joseph Mooney’s Climate Change (Restriction on Civil Proceedings) Bill seeks to establish policy that prohibits tort claims related to climate change. Greenpeace spokesperson Amanda Larsson say, “This … Read more

Renewable Energy – Hydrogen electric flight prepares for lift off in New Zealand – Are Ake

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Source: Ara Ake Stralis Aircraft, Fabrum and Ara Ake are collaborating to advance hydrogen-powered aviation by designing, developing and testing liquid-hydrogen storage tanks and a fuel system for Stralis aircraft. The partnership aims to enable Australasia’s first liquid-hydrogen-powered flight – and support the transition toward zero-emission aviation. Australian company Stralis Aircraft, which develops high-performance, low-operating-cost hydrogen-electric … Read more

Culture – Arts and creative sector continues to make strong contribution to economy – new data shows

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Source: Ministry for Culture and Heritage New data released by Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage shows the arts and creative sector contributes $17.5 billion to New Zealand’s economy, or 4.2 percent of GDP. The data, updated annually, includes insights for the year ending March 2024. “The arts and creative sector make a significant contribution … Read more

New insights into Bay of Islands dolphins

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Source: Department of Conservation Date:  26 March 2025 The Department of Conservation (DOC) today released findings on Te Pēwhairangi (Bay of Islands) Marine Mammal Sanctuary (MMS) and the local bottlenose dolphin population. The research highlights meaningful opportunities to strengthen conservation efforts. DOC has dedicated significant time and resources to safeguarding bottlenose dolphins in Te Pēwhairangi/Bay of … Read more

Ongoing incident, Murupara

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Pine Drive, Murupara, remains closed as Police respond to an active incident at the Murupara Police station. The scene is currently contained, and Police are actively engaging with one person. We continue to ask the public to avoid the area. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre  MIL OSI