Local News – Licence plate recognition technology hits Porirua streets

Source: Porirua City Council Porirua City Council is introducing licence plate recognition technology to efficiently enforce parking around the city and to keep parking officers safe. Licence plate recognition (LPR) was introduced in Wellington and Hutt City in 2024 and 2025, respectively, and is also in use in Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga. In Porirua, from 4 … Read more

Economy – Senior Trans-Tasman leaders convene to address fuel disruption and strengthen economic resilience – BusinessNZ

Source: BusinessNZ The Australia New Zealand Leadership Forum (ANZLF) held a high-level industry roundtable on Friday 24 April to address ongoing fuel supply challenges. The session took place alongside the official bilateral meeting between the Hon Dr Jim Chalmers MP, Treasurer of Australia, and the Hon Nicola Willis, Minister of Finance of New Zealand. The discussion … Read more

Additional tools to go after fraudsters

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation which provides the Serious Fraud Office with more powers to go after criminals has passed first reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Police Minister Mark Mitchell say.  “It’s estimated fraud in New Zealand results in billions of dollars in losses each year, and causes untold harm to … Read more

Call for information in mystery penguin attack

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  30 April 2026 DOC received a call on Monday 27 April stating a group of eight kororā had been allegedly killed by a dog at Long Beach, near Dunedin. DOC Acting Coastal Otago Operations Manager Chris Hankin says DOC is taking the claims seriously but needs evidence to progress investigations … Read more

‘Loved ones lost’, recent rise in road deaths

Source: New Zealand Police Police is disappointed at the concerning number of deaths on our roads over the past fortnight as they highlight the importance of safe driving behaviours every day. Inspector Peter McKennie, acting Director of Road Policing, says since Monday 20 April, 18 people have been killed in 14 separate crashes. And as … Read more

Winston Peters’ release of Iran war emails ‘no mistake’, former Foreign Minister Phil Goff

Source: Radio New Zealand Winston Peters and Phil Goff. Former Foreign Minister Phil Goff says he believes Winston Peters is undermining coalition partner National, with the release of discussions between Peters and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon over New Zealand’s stance on the Iran war. The spat between the two leaders broke out over the release … Read more

Human chain bike lane fills Wellington street objecting proposed cuts to infrastructure

Source: Radio New Zealand By Sammy Carter, RNZ RNZ / Mark Papalii Dozens have stood on a busy downtown Wellington street on Thursday morning creating a human bike lane for commuters, objecting to what they say are significant cuts proposed to the city council’s cycle infrastructure projects. The Wellington City Council’s most recent annual plan … Read more

Super Rugby: Hurricanes have home playoff on the mind as Crusaders loom

Source: Radio New Zealand Fehi Fineanganofo of the Hurricanes celebrates his try during the Super Rugby Pacific Super Round match – Hurricanes Vs Brumbies at One NZ Stadium, New Zealand, 25th April 2026. Photosport The Hurricanes are no longer just building – they’re calculating. With a top-two finish within reach, coach Clark Laidlaw has started … Read more

Charges laid after fatal car on bus crash in Rotorua

Source: Radio New Zealand RNZ / Dan Jones Police have laid charges in relation to a fatal crash in Rotorua in November 2025. The crash, involving a car and a bus carrying a number of students, occurred on Te Ngae Road at around 9.20pm on 6 November. The person who died was a passenger in … Read more

Christchurch terrorist’s appeal to overturn convictions and life sentence dismissed

Source: Radio New Zealand Al Noor Mosque where 51 people were killed in a terrorist attack in 2019. RNZ / Nate McKinnon The white supremacist terrorist who massacred 51 worshippers at two Christchurch mosques will remain in prison for the rest of his life after the Court of Appeal dismissed his attempt to overturn his … Read more

Mount Maunganui landslide: Community meeting to update on progress to re-open Mauao

Source: Radio New Zealand Mauao has been closed since the landslide that killed six holiday-makers. Screengrab / Amy Till Almost 100 days since the Mt Maunganui landslide that killed six holiday-makers, the first community meeting with council will take place on Thursday evening. It’s to give an update on re-opening Mauao which has been closed … Read more

More than 1800 properties impacted by Wellington flooding

Source: Radio New Zealand A landslide on Balfour St in Mornington, Wellington. MARK PAPALII / RNZ More than 1800 properties were impacted in Wellington’s recent flooding in one of the most severe events since records began. That’s an initial assessment from the Wellington City Council chief executive Matt Prosser, who told councillors on Thursday many … Read more

‘Despicable’ – Advocate reacts to alleged thefts from patients

Source: Radio New Zealand The woman is expected to appear in Waitākere District Court in May. RNZ / Finn Blackwell A patient advocate has described alleged thefts from those undergoing treatment in hospital as despicable. Police arrested the 30-year-old woman after an alleged stealing spree in hospitals across Auckland and Waikato. Waitematā East Area Prevention … Read more

SIM Global Education Showcases Project 1095 Through Student Clubs

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2026 – As higher education continues to evolve beyond academic achievement, Singapore Institute of Management Global Education (SIM GE) is reinforcing its commitment to holistic student development through Project 1095, a strategic initiative designed to maximise every day of a student’s three-year university journey. … Read more

All-female voyage to tackle plastics problem sets sail

Source: Radio New Zealand An all-female voyage investigating the plastic pollution problem has sailed from Auckland on Thursday morning. The ten-woman international crew departed Westhaven Marina, bound for Aotea/Great Barrier Island, the Bay of Islands, and onto Tonga aboard S/V Wind Shift – a 70-foot double-masted ketch. The voyage is organised by UK-based non-profit eXXpedition, … Read more

Reserve Bank to lift veil on interest rate decisions

Source: Radio New Zealand Reserve Bank governor Anna Breman has pushed for a more open central bank since starting the role at the end of last year. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The Reserve Bank’s influential rate-setting body is improving its transparency in a move that will see members’ voting decisions made public. The changes were … Read more

Charges laid, fatal crash, Rotorua

Source: New Zealand Police Police have laid charges in relation to a fatal crash in Rotorua in November 2025. The crash, involving a car and a bus carrying a number of students, occurred on Te Ngae Road at around 9.20pm on 6 November.  A passenger in the car died and a number of students from … Read more

Appointments to NZ Blood and Organ Service Board

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced appointments to the New Zealand Blood and Organ Service (NZBOS) Board. Roger Jarrold and Dr Edward Hutchins have been reappointed to the Board, with Mr Jarrold appointed as Chair. The new appointments are Dr Peter Bramley as Deputy Chair, along with Raveen Jaduram, Dr … Read more

Appointments to Health Research Council Of New Zealand

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has made three new appointments to the Board of the Health Research Council (HRC) of New Zealand. Dr Margaret Whilsher, Dr Colin McArthur, and Paul Foster-Bell have been appointed to the Board for three-year terms. Professor Lester Levy has been reappointed as Chair and Jeroen Douwes as … Read more

Appointments to Health Quality and Safety Commission Board

Source: New Zealand Government Health Minister Simeon Brown has today announced appointments to the Board of the Health Quality and Safety Commission (HQSC). Rae Lamb and Dr Peter Watson have been reappointed to the Board, with Ms Lamb continuing as Chair and Dr Watson appointed as Deputy Chair. Tereki Stewart has also been reappointed as … Read more

Prime Minister to visit Singapore

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will depart for Singapore on Sunday for the inaugural Singapore-New Zealand Leadership Forum and meetings with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and President Tharman Shanmugaratnam. “Singapore is one of New Zealand’s most important partners in Southeast Asia, and we back each other when it matters, including as … Read more

Luxon needs to rule out support for Iran War

Source: Green Party The Green Party is calling on the Prime Minister to rule out support for the Iran war.  “Luxon should immediately and categorically rule out any New Zealand support, rhetorical or material, for the war in Iran,” says Green Party Co-leader Marama Davidson.  “The revelations today show Luxon tried to drag Aotearoa into supporting a … Read more

CyCraft XecART and XecGuard Recognized in OWASP AI Security Solutions Landscape

Source: Media Outreach TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2026 – OWASP, the international non-profit cybersecurity organization, has released its latest AI Security Solutions Landscape. XecART and XecGuard of CyCraft (7823.TW) have both been selected. Their inclusion spans three critical domains: Agentic AI, LLM & GenAI Apps, and Agentic Red Teaming, showcasing … Read more

A Diamond Is Forever Partnered With Artifex Bride By Kindred Lubeck To Bring Desert Diamonds To The Tanner Fletcher Wedding Runway Show

Source: Media Outreach NEW YORK, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2026 – A Diamond Is Forever partnered with Artifex Bride by Kindred Lubeck to bring Desert diamonds to the Tanner Fletcher Wedding Runway Show during NYC Bridal Week, reinforcing its continued commitment to championing emerging design talent. The theatrical wedding and formalwear … Read more

Police probe how salt ended up in baby formula at Dunedin Hospital

Source: Radio New Zealand File pic 123RF Police are investigating how salt ended up in formula given to a baby at Dunedin Hospital. Officers tested the formula and spoke to hospital staff following the report in September last year. Detective Constable Darrin Healy said the infant drank a small amount of the formula before refusing … Read more

Phancy Group Scales up Computing Resources to Strengthen API Business Momentum

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 April 2026 – Phancy Group Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 6682.HK) announced today that it proposes to purchase GPU servers and related accessories at a total consideration of RMB 400 million. The servers are applicable for model inference and training, and will be deployed … Read more

Former TVNZ director Alastair Carruthers appointed to lead Netball NZ board amid reset

Source: Radio New Zealand Alastair Carruthers is an experienced governance leader. Netball New Zealand has appointed one of the country’s most experienced governance leaders as its new board chair as the organisation looks to set a new direction after a turbulent period for the sport. Alastair Carruthers CNZM is replacing Matt Whineray, who announced in … Read more