Shenandoah Highway (SH65) closed following serious crash

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 9 April 2025 9:29 am | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi Drivers travelling between Murchison and Springs Junction on State Highway 65 can expect delays and detours following a serious crash near Maruia earlier this morning. The incident was reported shortly before  eight o’clock this morning. Police confirm one person … Read more

Restauranteur placed on 6 months home detention, fined $20,000 for selling recalled food

Source: Ministry for Primary Industries A Christchurch restauranteur has been placed on 6 months home detention and fined $20,000 for selling food that had been recalled. In November last year, the owner of Samurai Bowl in Colombo Street, Xinchen Liu, pleaded guilty to one charge under the Food Act for trading in food that was … Read more

Increased diesel reserves to improve resilience

Source: New Zealand Government The minimum stockholding obligation for diesel importers will increase from 21 to 28 days’ cover, bolstering New Zealand’s diesel reserves and resilience to supply disruptions, Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones says.The Coalition Government consulted on the proposal late last year and has agreed that from 1 July 2028, fuel importers that … Read more

Angela Walker Appointed as Managing Director of Dynabook ANZ

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand Dynabook ANZ Pty Limited, the laptop experts, is pleased to announce the appointment of Angela Walker as Managing Director, effective 1st April, 2025. Angela has been a valuable member of the company for over 26 years, holding numerous senior positions, most recently serving as General Manager of Dynabook … Read more

AI Presents Growth Opportunities for Malaysian eCommerce Sellers, Despite Adoption Challenges, Lazada Report Reveals

Source: Media Outreach On average, Malaysian online sellers have adopted AI in only 26% of their business operations, significantly lower than the SEA average of 37%. Indonesia and Vietnam lead average AI adoption in eCommerce in Southeast Asia, followed by Singapore and Thailand. Lazada’s new playbook provides sellers with best practices, actionable insights and resources … Read more

McCain Foods Revolutionises Food Delivery Standards with the Launch of SureCrisp Max™

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – McCain Foods, a world leader in prepared potatoes, today unveiled the McCain SureCrisp Max™ at FHA-Food & Beverage 2025 in Singapore. This product addresses the evolving needs of the foodservice industry, delivering unmatched crispiness, extended hold time and consistent quality – reinforcing … Read more

Bangkok’s Songkran: The Ultimate Global Festival Experience

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Bangkok, the vibrant heart of Thailand, continues to captivate travelers as one of the world’s most visited cities. With its rich cultural heritage, world-class hospitality, and thrilling entertainment. This year, as the country gears up for Songkran, Thai new year celebration, … Read more

First Public-Private Partnership for I&T in Hong Kong: HKSTP to Co-Invest in Tech Ventures and Drive Global Success

Source: Media Outreach HKSTP celebrates the launch of the HKSTP Co-Acceleration Programme and revealing four partners who will be the first batch of strategic partners in this groundbreaking Partnership HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) officially launched the HKSTP Co-Acceleration Programme, … Read more

Career change leads to valedictorian honour for EIT nursing graduate | EIT Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 49 seconds ago More than a decade after first studying at EIT Hawke’s Bay, Kayla Hughes will return to the graduation stage, this time as a Bachelor of Nursing graduate and one of two valedictorians. Kayla will deliver her valedictory speech at one of two graduation ceremonies for … Read more

Little Stars Academy Unveils Modern Upgrades for a Better Learning Environment

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Little Stars Academy, a leading student care centre in Singapore, is excited to announce the completion of its latest renovations, designed to create a more welcoming and comfortable space for children to learn and grow. These upgrades reflect the academy’s commitment to … Read more

HKVAX Collaborates with Microsoft Hong Kong to Build Enterprise-Grade Digital Asset Trading Infrastructure

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Hong Kong Virtual Asset Exchange (HKVAX), a Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) licensed virtual asset trading platform, today announced a strategic collaboration with Microsoft Hong Kong through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This landmark collaboration aims to … Read more

Valedictorian credits EIT for helping rebuild his life | EIT Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti

Source: Eastern Institute of Technology – Tairāwhiti 3 minutes ago Study at EIT gave Elijah Rogers (Te Arawa, Ngāti Whātua, and Ngāpuhi) the chance to rebuild his life. Now, just a few years later, he’s graduating with a Bachelor of Arts (Māori) and will do so as one of two EIT Hawke’s Bay valedictorians at … Read more

Juspay secures $60 million investment round led by Kedaara Capital

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Juspay, a global leader in payment infrastructure for enterprises and banks, has secured $60 million as part of its Series D funding round in a combination of primary and secondary investments. This investment round was led by Kedaara Capital with participation from … Read more

Alibaba Cloud Strengthens AI Capabilities with Innovations for International Customers

Source: Media Outreach Advanced AI models, tools and infrastructure updates now available to international customers HANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, today at its Spring Launch 2025 online event unveiled new AI models, tools and infrastructure upgrades for its … Read more

Phu Quoc prepares for APEC 2027

Source: Media Outreach Phu Quoc Island has captured global attention as the chosen venue for the 2027 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Week. PHU QUOC, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 April 2025 – 2027 will be the third time Viet Nam has hosted APEC, following the events in Hà Nội in 2006 … Read more

Charges laid in relation to three Bay of Plenty fatal crashes

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Sergeant Shane Tailby Bay of Plenty Police have laid charges in relation to three fatal crashes in the region over the summer period. A 47-year-old woman is due to appear In the Opotiki District Court on 10 April, facing charges relating to a crash on State … Read more

Appeal for information following water meter damage, Huntly

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are making enquiries following damage to a number of water meters, directly impacting the Huntly Reservoir water levels. We would like to hear from anyone with information that could assist our enquiries, including any reports of suspicious behaviour around the Huntly area over the weekend. You can contact … Read more

Delays expected following crash, Dome Valley

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are in attendance at a four vehicle crash in Dome Valley. The crash, reported to Police at 3.45pm, happened on State Highway 1 and is causing congestion. Early indications suggest one person has suffered injuries and will be transported to hospital. Both southbound and northbound traffic will … Read more

Waking up from a greenwashed corporate welfare nightmare

Source: ACT Party ACT is celebrating the Government’s decision to wind down New Zealand Green Investment Finance. “NZGIF has poured nearly $400 million down the drain with next to nothing to show for it. It’s the kind of greenwashed corporate welfare ACT has railed against for years,” says ACT Finance spokesperson Todd Stephenson. In 2018 when Labour … Read more

Police target illegal 3D printing operation

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) – Police shut down illegal 3D printed firearm operation– Five warrants across Auckland; five arrested on serious charges– Significant seizure of firearms, 3D printed parts and 3D printers– Police targeting criminal distribution of firearms on multiple fronts– Prevalence of 3D printed firearms in community still low Police are sending … Read more

Review of Certain Matters under the Contraception, Sterilisation, and Abortion Act 1977

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health View all formats This is the first periodic Review of Certain Matters under the Contraception, Sterilisation, and Abortion Act 1977.   The review identifies that some good progress has occurred. There is increased access to abortion services, with more providers, and an increase of locations of provision. In addition, … Read more

Abortion Services in Aotearoa New Zealand: The voices of wāhine on improving access

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health View all formats This research report was commissioned by the Ministry to help inform the Review of Certain Matters under the Contraception, Sterilisation, and Abortion Act 1977. It was one of three reports commissioned for three different consumer groups. The research report focuses on the experiences of Māori and … Read more

Abortion Is a Human Right and Health Issue: Disabled people’s experiences of abortion services in Aotearoa New Zealand

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health View all formats This research report was commissioned by the Ministry to help inform the Review of Certain Matters under the Contraception, Sterilisation, and Abortion Act 1977. It was one of three reports commissioned for three different consumer groups. The research report focuses on the experiences of disabled people … Read more

‘It Just Adds Another Layer of Stress’: Rainbow people’s experiences of abortion services in Aotearoa New Zealand

Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health View all formats This research report was commissioned by the Ministry to help inform the Review of Certain Matters under the Contraception, Sterilisation, and Abortion Act 1977. It was one of three reports commissioned for three different consumer groups. The research report focuses on the experiences of rainbow people … Read more

Urban resurfacing work coming for State Highway 1 Wellington City

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Drivers travelling on sections of State Highway 1 on Vivian Street and Kent Terrace can expect smoother journeys ahead, with resurfacing works planned next week. Three nights of work are planned for Sunday, 13 April, Tuesday, 15 April, and Wednesday, 16 April. Weather permitting, work crews will be on site … Read more

Government to wind down Green Investment Finance

Source: New Zealand Government The Government has announced the New Zealand Green Investment Finance (NZGIF) will stop making new investments and will wind down its existing portfolio, Climate Change Minister Simon Watts says. “Almost $400 million has been invested with very limited results and there are more than 20 other government funds operating with similar … Read more

Call to end discrimination against disabled migrant children in New Zealand

Source: IHC Joint Statement – Disability advocates, including IHC and New Zealand Down Syndrome Association, are calling on the New Zealand Government to reverse a deeply discriminatory immigration policy that targets children with intellectual disabilities. A six-year-old boy with Down syndrome, the child of a South African couple living in Waikato, is facing deportation following … Read more