Please attribute the following to Sergeant Christopher Dunbar, Gore Public Safety:
Source: New Zealand Police
Police were disappointed after Operation Bullseye uncovered several drivers that were driving dangerously and under the influence of alcohol.
Around 200 vehicles were breath checked last week in Gore after local Police executed Operation Bullseye to catch drivers that were breaking the law.
Four people were charged with excess breath alcohol over 400mg and one driver was immediately stripped of their license and vehicle after their third subsequent offence.
Infringements were issued to several other drivers, which included them not wearing seatbelts, using their phone, speeding and plenty of breath alcohol results that were over 250mg.
Police are urging drivers to take care while driving, to remove distractions and not drive impaired.
People driving while impaired put themselves, their passengers, and other road users at risk, with alcohol and/or drugs a factor in about 20 percent of all fatal crashes.
If you are in any doubt at all about being safe or legal to drive due to impairment, don’t – it’s not worth it.
Stick to the basics when driving: watch your speed and your following distances, stay focused – put your phone out of reach – wear your seat belt, and always driver sober and alert.
Gore Police wants drivers to know they can be stopped anytime and anywhere.
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Federated Farmers Statement – “Greenpeace misleading public on glyphosate”
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Govt Cuts – One day’s notice shows rushed approach to gutting New Zealand’s science funding – PSA
Source: PSA
SSSTC Launches World’s First Industrial M.2 SSD Featuring KIOXIA’s 8th generation BiCS FLASH™ Technology and PCIe® 5.0 Interface
Source: Media Outreach
TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2025 – Solid State Storage Technology Corporation (SSSTC) proudly announces the launch of the SSSTC CA8 Series, the world’s first industrial M.2 SSD built with BiCS FLASH™ generation 8 3D flash memory technology and a PCIe® Gen5 x4 interface. Offered in the industry-standard M.2 2280 form factor, the SSSTC CA8 Series is available in 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, and 4 TB capacities.
The SSSTC CA8 Series is the world’s first industrial M.2 SSD to combine KIOXIA’s 8th-generation BiCS FLASH™ 3D NAND technology with PCIe Gen5 x4 interface, image credit SSSTC.
The SSSTC CA8 Series complies with PCIe® 5.0 and NVMe™ 2.0, supporting ultra-high-speed data access with transfer rates up to 32 GT/s per-lane—doubling the throughput of PCIe® 4.0 interface. With SLC caching, the SSSTC CA8 Series achieves sequential read speeds of up to 14,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 12,000 MB/s, along with random performance of up to 2,000K IOPS (read) and 1,600K IOPS (write) — making it one of the fastest industrial SSDs on the market.
At its core is KIOXIA’s 8th generation BiCS FLASH™ 218-layer 3D TLC NAND Flash Memory with CMOS directly Bonded to Array (CBA) wafer bonding technology , enabling a 20% improvement in write performance, over 10% reduction in read latency, and up to 30% better power consumption. These enhancements make the SSSTC CA8 Series a critical enabler for data-intensive edge computing and high-performance industrial workloads.
Designed for long-term reliability and broad system compatibility, the SSSTC CA8 Series features:
• MTBF exceeding 3 million hours
• Wide operating temperature range (0 °C to 85 °C)
• Supply longevity of 5 to 10 years
Its robust durability and consistent performance make it ideal for demanding applications such as AIoT, factory automation, networking, in-vehicle systems, and edge servers—especially those involving Edge AI workloads.
To ensure data integrity and system resilience, the CA8 Series includes:
• High-performance ECC
• Power Loss Notification (PLN) to prevent data corruption during unexpected shutdowns
• AES-256 encryption and TCG Opal support for advanced data protection
As a subsidiary of KIOXIA, SSSTC is committed to delivering highly stable, high-performance SSD solutions to global enterprise and industrial customers. The SSSTC CA8 Series is scheduled to enter mass production in Q4 2025. For more information, please visit the SSSTC website
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Cheese products recalled due to possible presence of Listeria
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries
New Zealand Food Safety is supporting food importer Goodfood Group Limited in its recall of Food Snob and Mon Ami brand French Brie and Camembert cheeses due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
All batches and all dates up to and including ‘Best Before’ date of 22 September 2025 are affected by this recall and includes the following products:
- Food Snob brand Classic French Brie 125g.
- Food Snob brand Classic French Brie 200g.
- Food Snob brand Classic French Camembert 125g.
- Food Snob brand Classic French Camembert 200g.
- Mon Ami brand Double Cream French Brie Petit 125g.
- Mon Ami brand Mild & Creamy French Camembert Petit 125g.
Up-to-date details of products affected by the recall, including photographs, are available on our food recall page:
Food Snob and Mon Ami brand French Cheeses
“The concern with this product is that it may contain Listeria, a foodborne bacterium that can make you sick,” says New Zealand Food Safety deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle.
“Listeriosis infection can be serious among vulnerable groups, such as pregnant people and their unborn babies, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.
“Listeria differs to other harmful bacteria in that it can grow at refrigerator temperatures, so you have to be very careful about the foods you eat, or provide to others, if you or they are in a vulnerable group.
“It is particularly dangerous during pregnancy because it can cause miscarriage, premature labour or stillbirth, and infection in the new-born baby.”
This product should not be eaten. It can be returned to the place of purchase for a refund. Should you be unable to do this, throw it out.
Infection in healthy adults is unlikely to be severe, at most causing mild diarrhoea and flu-like symptoms within a few days of eating contaminated food. For those in the vulnerable groups, it usually takes 2 to 3 weeks – or even longer – before symptoms appear.
If you have consumed any of these products and are concerned for your health, contact your health professional, or call Healthline on 0800 611 116.
The recalled products are being removed from shelves at retail outlets and supermarkets throughout New Zealand.
The products were made in France and have not been re-exported.
The overseas manufacturer and distributer have initiated a recall. New Zealand Food Safety has not received any notification of associated illness.
For further information and general enquiries, call MPI on 0800 008 333 or email info@mpi.govt.nz
For media enquiries, contact the media team on 029 894 0328.
Pinnacle Mastery Institute Launches “The Pinnacle” Leadership and Transformation Programme
Source: Media Outreach
Three-day intensive with follow-up practice sessions designed to help participants explore systemic dynamics and leadership challenges.
The Pinnacle begins with a three-day in-person intensive and continues with five weeks of evening practice sessions. Participants undertake a 28-day project to apply the insights and methods learned, ensuring that the programme’s outcomes are grounded in practical action.
Drawing on process-oriented psychology and systemic constellations, the programme explores how unseen dynamics – such as unspoken group roles, family patterns, and internal conflicts – shape behaviour and decision-making. The structure is designed to help participants work through recurring challenges, access overlooked strengths, and realign with long-term goals.
“This programme is about creating the conditions for deeper reflection and integration,” said Hun Ming Kwang, founder of Pinnacle Mastery Institute. “Our aim is not to provide quick solutions but to equip participants with tools and perspectives they can carry forward into their leadership and personal lives.”
Key areas of focus in The Pinnacle include:
- Balancing independence with collaboration and support
- Understanding systemic influences in families, organisations, and teams
- Identifying “ghost roles” – hidden forces that shape dynamics and outcomes
- Interpreting body signals as sources of insight and guidance
The Pinnacle is intended for professionals, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who want to expand their leadership practice and navigate complex environments with greater resilience and coherence.
To learn more or register for the upcoming cohort of The Pinnacle, visit: https://www.hunmingkwang.com/
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/mingkwang/
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https://www.facebook.com/hunmingkwang
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Hashtag: #PinnacleMasteryInstitute
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Warrant to arrest – Ethan Hatata
Source: New Zealand Police
Police are working to locate Ethan Hatata, who has a warrant for his arrest and is wanted by Police.
Hatata, 22, is wanted for retail offending and is believed to be in the wider Auckland region.
If you have seen Hatata or have any information that may assist in locating him, please update us online now or call 105.
Please use the reference number 250716/0533.
Alternatively information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Holly McKay/NZ Police
Police investigating ‘brainless violence’ in Levin
Source: New Zealand Police
Extra Police are on patrol in Levin after several firearm-related incidents in two days.
Manawatu Area Commander Inspector Ross Grantham described recent shooting events in the area as “brainless violence” that put people at risk of harm.
Police are investigating several reports of shootings in the area, including a man who presented at a healthcare centre with a gunshot wound to his thigh. He was transferred to Palmerston North Hospital in a serious condition and enquiries are ongoing.
“Events that involve firearms are extremely concerning and we aren’t wasting time to find those responsible. We have put additional officers on patrol, but we need to hear from anyone who has any information that may help.”
About 8.55pm on Monday, Police were called after a firearm was discharged from a vehicle on Hinemoa Street, hitting a house. Thankfully nobody was injured, but the occupants and neighbours were shaken by the event.
A scene guard remained in place overnight and a scene examination is ongoing today.
Shortly after 6am today (Tuesday), five shots were reported to have been heard on Mabel Street. Police located a shed that appeared to have been shot and a scene examination is ongoing.
Inspector Grantham said investigation teams were making a number of enquiries and urged anyone with information to contact Police.
“There will be a visible Police presence while we complete scene examinations and speak with neighbours and those involved. At this early stage, we are still working to determine what firearm was used in the shootings targeting properties, and we don’t yet know why this happened.
“It’s brainless violence that puts people at real risk of harm and we are focused on finding those involved. Levin’s a caring community and people don’t want violence like this in their town. We know this will be unsettling, and the additional officers who are on duty will be carrying out patrols across the town.
“My message to the community is help us if you have any information at all, no matter how insignificant you think it might be, please contact us.”
Anyone with information is asked to make a report online, or call 105.
Please use the following reference number:
- P063528842 for the Hinemoa Street shooting
- P063530513 for the Mabel Street shooting.
Alternatively, information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Police bag a 3-for-1 deal
Source: New Zealand Police
A couple have been gifted charges on multiple offences after initially trying to get away with shoplifting in Pukekohe.
On Monday at 10.15am, Police were called to the Pukekohe Train Station after a man and woman were stopped by security as they attempted to take a trolley full of groceries onto a departing train.
Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Matt Hoyes, says when Police arrived the male tried to hide the trolley in a toilet cubicle.
“We have observed this male’s actions on CCTV taking the trolley into the toilet block,” Inspector Hoyes says.
“Staff have recovered the trolley of groceries from inside the toilets and placed both suspects under arrest.”
Enquiries revealed that the groceries had allegedly been stolen from a nearby supermarket only minutes earlier.
“Further enquires revealed the male was also sought in connection with another serious incident at a superette in Papakura last week,” Inspector Hoyes says.
“This is a pleasing result for staff, with the man being held to account for multiple serious offences that occurred in our community.”
Back at the station the female was in interviewed and given a summons, however on her way out stated she had no money and would steal again.
“Police staff at Pukekohe Police Station gave her a food parcel to help, given the circumstances,” Inspector Hoyes says.
While waiting for the man she has left the station and retuned around an hour later.
“At this time, she was allegedly observing carrying yet more stolen food,” he says.
The female was arrested once again, and this time had her bail opposed.
“It’s disappointing that despite the support being provided, the woman has continued to offend in such a brazen manner.”
A 33-year-old man will appear in the Papakura District Court charged with receiving property, behaving threateningly, presenting an object like firearms and assault with intent to rob.
A 28-year-old woman will appear in the Pukekohe District Court charged with shoplifting.
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Amanda Wieneke/NZ Police