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Source: Consumer New Zealand 11 August 2026 As rising power bills put pressure on household budgets, New Zealanders searching for savings are increasingly focusing on just two electricity retailers, according to Consumer NZ’s Powerswitch data. Record numbers have been using Powerswitch, and almost 28,000 have initiated a switch on the service this year. The data … Read more
Source: Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026 Researchers at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland, are developing an obesity treatment that may offer a new approach to weight loss, backed by nearly $1.2 million in Health Research Council funding. A groundbreaking weight-loss drug that could help people shed kilos without losing … Read more
Source: Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026 Understanding how Big Tech became so powerful starts with understanding corporations themselves, says Professor Susan Watson in a new paper. When it comes to the unchecked growth and dominance of corporate titans, we’ve failed to learn the lessons of history, argues University of Auckland … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government 18 proposals have been submitted to the Government as part of the Head Start local government reform initiative, RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop and Local Government Minister Simon Watts say. “We’d like to thank the councils that have invested time and effort in developing these proposals,” Mr Bishop says. “Head Start…
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Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 August 2026 – On August 6, the “Boundless Creativity, Connecting Youth” China–Indonesia Youth Cultural Exchange Series was held in Jakarta, Indonesia. The event was jointly hosted by the China Intercontinental Communication Center (CICC) and Indonesia’s GARUDA TV, with co-organized by Luoyang Radio and Television … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 August 2026 – A delegation of journalists from nine major overseas media outlets, including the United States, France, Türkiye, Spain, and the Republic of Korea, recently visited China’s Hainan Province for an in-depth tour across multiple cities including Haikou, Wanning, Lingshui, and Sanya. The … Read more
Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 August 2026 – V-Green Indonesia and PT HK Realtindo (HKR) have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to develop an integrated EV Charging Hub in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta. The partnership marks a significant milestone in the strategic collaboration between V-Green and Hutama Karya Group, HKR’s … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 August 2026 – On August 8, China’s 18th National Fitness Day, the opening ceremony of the 17th Beijing Sports Games was held at the National Indoor Stadium, with many champion athletes on hand to lend support. A performance at the opening ceremony of the … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Causeway Bay Pilot Spearheads Citywide Preventive Healthcare, Echoing Primary Healthcare Agenda HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 August 2026 – Faced with the dual challenges of a steady rise in chronic disease rates and the immense pressure borne by public health resources in Hong Kong, putting preventive healthcare into … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police The Mabel Bush intersection northeast of Invercargill closed due to a serious crash will remain so overnight, ahead of a scene examination in the morning. The two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Grove Bush Woodlands Road and Rakahouka Hedgehope Road happened about 5:35pm. One person is in hospital with serious to…
Source: Free Palestine Party Palestine Free from the River to the Sea The Free Palestine Party is now an official New Zealand list party and willbe on every ballot paper. The Free Palestine Party is the only party in this election dealing withthe most pressing economic, political and moral issue facing Aotearoa andthe world today. … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand A contingent of 57 firefighters and incident management personnel departs this week for the United States of America to support the response to wildfires in the north-west of the country. The team is made up of personnel from Fire and Emergency New Zealand, Department of Conservation, New Zealand Defence … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand A large contingent of firefighters will leave for the United States of America tomorrow (Tuesday) to support the response to wildfires in the north-west of the country. Fire and Emergency New Zealand is leading the deployment, which includes crews from the Department of Conservation, the forestry industry and the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police Police and ambulance are in attendance at a serious crash in Mabel Bush, northeast of Invercargill. Emergency services were called to the intersection of Grove Bush Woodlands Road and Rakahouka Hedgehope Road about 5:35pm, to reports of a two-vehicle crash. Indications are there are serious injuries involved. Diversions are being put…
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 10 August 2026 Source: Te Herenga Waka / Victoria University of Wellington and the Department of Conservation Using a remotely operated vehicle (ROV), the research team from Te Herenga Waka / Victoria University of Wellington was able to film at depths of 30 to 110 metres, taking footage of reef communities…
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 38 in Rerewhakaaitu, Rotorua, is closed following a two-vehicle crash. Emergency services were notified about 1:40pm. One person is injured and was being provided medical attention. The road remains closed as emergency services work at the scene. ENDS
Source: New Zealand Police Police have arrested and charged a woman last week following an investigation into the supply of methamphetamine into Marlborough. On Tuesday 4 August Police from the Tasman Organised Crime Unit, with assistance of staff from the Christchurch Organised Crime Unit, executed a search warrant at a property in Sydenham, Christchurch. As a…
Source: New Zealand Police Police are advising motorists to expect delays on the Southern Motorway following a crash this afternoon. The four-vehicle crash, after the Market Road off ramp, was reported to Police at 1.43pm. Two lanes were initially blocked; however, all lanes are now clear and traffic is flowing. Two people have suffered moderate…
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are responding to a crash in Ponsonby this afternoon involving a car and bus. The crash was reported on Ponsonby Road, near the intersection with Brown Street, just after 2pm. The bus driver and some passengers are being checked by ambulance staff. No serious injuries have been reported. Motorists…
Source: New Zealand Government The Fast-track approval of the Hananui Aquaculture Project off Rakiura/Stewart Island will bring significant benefits to Southland and New Zealand’s economy, Minister for Infrastructure Chris Bishop and Minister for Oceans and Fisheries Shane Jones say. This is the 31st project and the first aquaculture project to be approved through the Fast-track…
Source: New Zealand Police A day in court awaits a man who allegedly used a metal pole to cause significant damage to a Papakura supermarket early this morning. At around 1.45am, Police received reports of a man allegedly in possession of a large metal pole on Great South Road. Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager,…
Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date: 10 August 2026 In the most recent threat ranking, an expert panel classified the Canterbury spotted skink as Nationally Endangered. There are thought to be fewer than 1000 left and a previous stronghold population has collapsed in Kaitorete Spit, near Christchurch. Now, a possible new population has been discovered, thanks…
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Dave Pascoe: One person has been taken into custody following a reported firearms incident in Timaru on Saturday morning. At around 11:20am, Police were called to Luxmore Road, Marchwiel following reports of a firearm being discharged towards a property. Thankfully nobody was injured. A number of enquiries were…
Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Chair Dr Deon Swiggs says the Canterbury Regional Council supports reform that delivers better outcomes for communities and the environment and is focused on ensuring regional services continue to be delivered without interruption. “There are a range of governance models being proposed across Waitaha Canterbury, and our focus is not…
Source: New Zealand Government The Delmore residential development in Auckland has been granted Fast-track approval, says Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop. This is the 30th project and 11th project in Auckland to be approved through the Fast-track process. Vineway Limited lodged its application in January 2026, with approval taking around five months from the appointment of…