PM Edition: Here are the top 10 business articles on LiveNews.co.nz for June 29, 2026 – Full Text
1. ADVISORY: Planned website upgrade
June 28, 2026
Source: New Zealand Police
New Zealand Police is due to undergo a planned system upgrade to the news section of our website.
This upgrade will largely take place overnight between Sunday 28 and Monday 29 June 2026.
The public and media won’t notice a change, but our Media Centre will be unable to issue media releases as usual during this time.
Police will continue to update our social media pages during the upgrade period with any public safety announcements.
Please continue to check our social media for the latest news.
We expect business as usual to resume from mid-morning on Monday 29 June 2026.
There may be the chance of the odd glitch when subscriber emails resume.
Police thank you for your patience and understanding during this important upgrade.
ENDS
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Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/06/28/advisory-planned-website-upgrade/
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2. Aucklanders set to benefit from more resilient infrastructure
June 26, 2026
Source: Auckland Council
Watercare has completed its $75 million Auckland-wide flood recovery programme, with final works now finished at Leigh Scenic Reserve in Bay View.
More than three years after the Auckland Anniversary Weekend floods and Cyclone Gabrielle events of early 2023, the programme has delivered 222 large scale infrastructure repairs across the region, restoring and strengthening critical drinking water and wastewater infrastructure.
This work was about more than replacing ageing assets and building resilience into Auckland networks.
“Critical pipes have been raised or lowered where needed, assets in locations that were no longer fit for purpose have been removed, and networks have been reconfigured so floodwaters can move away from key infrastructure.
“These improvements will help the system perform better and withstand the kind of severe weather we know Auckland will continue to face,” says the Mayor of Auckland Wayne Brown.
Watercare chief capital delivery officer Mark Crowle says the organisation’s initial response focused on restoring essential services and protecting public health.
“As soon as it was safe to do so, our priority was reconnecting customers as quickly as possible. This included clearing slips and installing robust temporary solutions, such as overland wastewater bypasses.
Spider Digger fixes slip behind Birkenhead College.
“These measures enabled services to resume while permanent works were designed and delivered.
“Those temporary solutions gave us the time needed to carefully plan and construct long-term repairs.”
Crowle says that, through the flood recovery programme, Watercare has prioritised resilience, with infrastructure upgraded rather than simply replaced.
“We have rerouted pipes away from unstable ground, relocated key assets, installed pipelines deeper underground, and used trenchless methods to better protect them from future extreme weather.”
Crowle says the scale of the damage required a shift in how Watercare delivers infrastructure.
“We reprioritised investment, accelerated delivery, and adopted more innovative construction approaches.
“It has also changed how we design assets, ensuring we are better equipped to withstand future events, with stronger planning, smarter delivery, better systems, and clear accountability supported by stronger partnerships.”
Final stage completed at Leigh Scenic Reserve
The retaining wall at Leigh Scenic Reserve.
Watercare’s final flood recovery project was completed at Leigh Scenic Reserve and involved complex repairs to wastewater infrastructure damaged by landslips during the 2023 storms.
Watercare capital delivery general manager Mike Marsden says a pipeline was exposed and compromised, while the surrounding area including the root zones of two large kauri trees was also affected.
“We first stabilised the site to maintain services, then delivered a permanent solution to strengthen both the pipeline and the stream bank.
“Working in an environmentally sensitive reserve presented several challenges, including limited access and the need to protect significant trees.
“We strengthened a pedestrian bridge so a 3.5-tonne excavator could travel about 300 metres into the site. Works had to be carefully staged to avoid further environmental impact.”
During construction, a sinkhole formed near the work area, requiring the team to adapt their approach.
“Additional stabilisation measures were introduced to ensure the embankment and infrastructure remained secure.”
Marsden says the permanent repair includes a retaining wall built with magnum stone blocks and riprap to prevent erosion and stabilise the stream bank.
“The result is a durable, free-draining solution that provides strong erosion protection while fitting into the natural surroundings.
“The completion of works at Leigh Scenic Reserve closes out a programme that has restored services across Auckland while leaving behind more resilient infrastructure to better support communities and the environment in future extreme weather.”
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/06/26/aucklanders-set-to-benefit-from-more-resilient-infrastructure/
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3. Klinik Tuah Welcomes Its 10,000th Knee Pain Patient in Under Five Years
June 26, 2026
Source: Media Outreach
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – In less than five years since it first opened its doors, Klinik Tuah has reached a significant milestone: welcoming its 10,000th knee pain patient on 5 June 2026. The milestone reflects a growing need among Malaysians for knee pain treatment that is accessible, effective, and patient-friendly.
This achievement comes at a time when more Malaysians, particularly older adults are struggling to access early treatment for knee pain. Common barriers include high costs, long waiting times, and concerns about whether the treatment will actually work.
For the clinic’s founder, this milestone carries a meaning far beyond the numbers. It is the fulfilment of a promise.
Dr. Hareez recalled watching a mother live with knee pain for years, as simple daily activities like walking, climbing stairs, and even praying gradually became harder over time. Accompanying a parent to treatment from a young age, only to see the same result each time: a bottle of painkillers and no lasting relief. The pain never went away, regardless of how many bottles were finished. Hearing the cries of pain every night was something that stayed close to heart.
That experience became the foundation of a personal commitment which is to help others going through the same struggle.
That same principle has guided Klinik Tuah since its very first day of operations.
Five Years of Changing How Knee Pain Is Treated
Klinik Tuah started with a single clinic in Cheras in September 2021. Today, Klinik Tuah has grown to six branches across Peninsular Malaysia, with plans to open new branches in Gombak and Penang in the near future.
But according to Dr. Hareez Noorman, one of Klinik Tuah’s co-founders, the growth has always been driven by a bigger vision.
“Whenever knee pain was brought up, the first thing that came to mind for most people was the fear of surgery. But after visiting several countries such as Korea, Japan, Türkiye, and others to study the latest advances in knee treatment, Klinik Tuah was determined to bring these non-surgical technologies back to Malaysia at a price that people could actually afford.”
“Klinik Tuah has invested in the latest medical technology, advanced equipment, and ongoing training for its doctors to make sure that more people can benefit from knee treatment at Klinik Tuah.”
Over five years of operations, Klinik Tuah has seen patients from all walks of life, including senior citizens, working adults, and those who simply want to stay active without being held back by knee pain. The majority of knee pain patients are aged 50 and above, making up around 72% of all cases treated at the clinic.
Growing Awareness of Non-Surgical Treatment
Klinik Tuah has also observed a growing shift in the way Malaysians think about knee treatment. More people are now actively looking for modern, less invasive options that allow them to get back on their feet without relying on long-term painkillers.
This shift is partly driven by better access to health information online, as well as greater exposure to modern knee treatment technologies that are becoming more widely available.
“For a long time, many patients believed that knee pain was just a normal part of getting older. Some lived with it for years, either because they were afraid of surgery, or because they thought they had no other choice besides painkillers or a knee replacement,” said Dr. Hareez Noorman.
Klinik Tuah’s approach focuses on personalised care, supported by the latest diagnostic tools and a range of non-surgical treatment options. These include hyaluronic acid gel injections, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, regenerative cell treatment, Genicular Nerve Block, sclerotherapy, Radio Frequency Ablation (RFA), and other advanced procedures.
Today, Klinik Tuah is recognised as one of Malaysia’s dedicated knee care clinics, known for its patient-centred approach, up-to-date medical technology, and clear communication that helps patients understand their condition and treatment options.
The Journey Continues: 35,000 Patients by 2030
With 10,000 knee pain patients now treated, Klinik Tuah has set its sights on a bigger goal, to help 35,000 patients by the year 2030.
This target is in line with the clinic’s long-term vision of building a future where more Malaysians can move freely, carry out their daily routines comfortably, and live without the burden of chronic knee pain.
To reach this goal, Klinik Tuah plans to expand its network of branches gradually, while continuing to make modern knee treatment more accessible, easier to understand, and tailored to individual needs.
According to the clinic, there are still many Malaysians living with untreated knee pain, whether due to limited access, fear of treatment, or simply not knowing what options are available to them today.
“The goal is clear. Klinik Tuah wants more patients to have the chance to properly understand their condition and to access the right treatment. When pain is managed well, everything else in life gets better,” said Dr. Hareez Noorman.
Dr. Hareez Noorman added that Klinik Tuah’s mission goes beyond treating symptoms — it is about helping patients return to a more active and meaningful life, in line with the clinic’s long-term commitment to reducing the burden of pain in the community.
With advances in modern treatment and increasing public awareness, Klinik Tuah believes the 35,000-patient target by 2030 is a realistic and meaningful step toward a future where effective knee care is within reach for every Malaysian.
https://kliniktuah.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/klinik-tuah
https://x.com/kliniktuah
https://www.facebook.com/kliniktuah
https://www.instagram.com/kliniktuah
https://www.youtube.com/@kliniktuah
https://www.tiktok.com/@kliniktuah
Hashtag: #kliniktuah #business #healthcare
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4. Striding AI Announces Plans to Develop Next-Generation Robotic Foundation Systems for Physical AI Deployment
June 25, 2026
Source: Media Outreach
BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 June 2026 – Striding AI today announced that it is developing a new generation of robotic foundation systems designed to accelerate the deployment of Physical AI in real-world environments.
Striding AI Announces Plans to Develop Next-Generation Robotic Foundation Systems for Physical AI Deployment
The company’s approach focuses on building the foundational technologies required for robots to perceive, reason, act, and continuously improve through interaction with the physical world. By integrating advanced foundation models with robotic perception, control systems, real-world action data, and deployment infrastructure, Striding AI aims to enable intelligent machines to perform useful tasks across commercial, industrial, and everyday settings.
“We believe that breakthroughs in Physical AI emerge from the continuous co-evolution of data, models, and infrastructure.” said Song Yao, founder and CEO of Striding AI.
The company takes a systems-first approach to physical AI, integrating foundation models, robot hardware and software, data infrastructure, control systems, and deployment engineering for building scalable service. The company’s leadership team includes founders and executives with backgrounds in AI chips, autonomous driving, robotics research, and industrial technology, combining deep technical expertise with experience bringing complex technologies into production environments.
Striding AI plans to begin with practical deployment scenarios in structured environments such as retail, where robots can support tasks including shelf restocking, inventory counting, product organization, and checkout assistance. These environments provide frequent human interaction, repeatable workflows, and rich operational data, making them a strong starting point for developing scalable Physical AI systems.
Over time, Striding AI expects its robotic foundation systems to support broader applications across sectors including retail, food, agriculture, logistics, healthcare, and telecommunications. The capabilities developed in real-world environments, from handling diverse objects and understanding retail shelves to planning and executing complex tasks, are part of an integrated system designed for broader robotic applications.
In early internal testing, Striding AI’s human-in-the-loop RL method improved task success rates by up to 3x. To scale this flywheel, Striding AI is building infrastructure for robot pretraining, distributed reinforcement learning, and edge-to-cloud orchestration, creating a platform designed to improve as more robots operate in real-world environments.
Hashtag: #StridingAI
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5. Impossible Marketing Unveils ImpossiblePlus™ AI SEO Solution for Singapore Businesses
June 25, 2026
Source: Media Outreach
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 June 2026 – Impossible Marketing, Singapore’s leading SEO agency and pioneer of AI SEO, has announced the launch of ImpossiblePlus
— a proprietary AI visibility platform built to help businesses track how their brand is being recommended, cited, and positioned across AI-powered search engines.
As consumers increasingly turn to AI platforms for answers and recommendations, traditional search visibility alone is no longer enough. ImpossiblePlus gives business owners a clear, real-time view of where their brand stands in the AI landscape, and what it takes to come out on top.
Perfecting AI SEO since 2023
In 2023, the agency made a decisive shift from traditional SEO to pioneer AI SEO — which includes Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO) and Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) — helping businesses prepare for the new era of AI-powered search and get discovered across platforms such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Google AI Overviews, Claude, Perplexity, and more.
Since then, the agency has invested heavily in research and development to refine its approach. This includes building ImpossiblePlus, a proprietary AI visibility platform that:
- Tracks prompts and brand mentions across AI platforms
ImpossiblePlus monitors the exact queries potential customers are typing into AI search platforms and flags not just where a brand appears, but where it doesn’t. By identifying high-intent prompts where a client is absent from AI-generated answers, the agency can immediately pinpoint new opportunities and get to work closing those gaps.
- Maps Share of Voice against competitors
The software breaks down visibility scores across ChatGPT, Gemini, Google AI Overviews, and other platforms individually, while benchmarking a brand’s Share of Voice directly against competitors — revealing who is winning the AI conversation and what it takes to pull ahead.
- Identifies cited webpages and surfaces citation views
ImpossiblePlus pinpoints the specific pages on a website that AI platforms are referencing as trusted sources, and lets users read those AI-generated answers word for word — so brands know exactly how they are being positioned and whether the right message is being conveyed.
- Turns visibility gaps into an action plan
With real-time data updates, ImpossiblePlus surfaces the specific prompts a brand is missing, the pages AI isn’t trusting yet, and the competitor territory yet to be claimed — giving Impossible Marketing’s team a clear, prioritised roadmap to act on for every client.
These advancements mean that Impossible Marketing’s clients now benefit from smarter, data-driven strategies that go beyond conventional SEO, helping them remain ahead in a fast-evolving digital landscape.
Driving Value for Businesses
By perfecting its AI SEO solutions, Impossible Marketing ensures that brands do not just appear on search engines but are also featured in AI-generated responses — the new frontier of online visibility. This advancement enables businesses to reach audiences where they are increasingly seeking answers, ensuring greater relevance and a stronger digital presence.
Investing in Future Growth
To support its innovation drive, Impossible Marketing has also been expanding its team with AI developers and specialists to further enhance its internal capabilities. The company’s ongoing investments in technology and talent reflect its commitment to pushing the boundaries of digital marketing in Singapore and across Southeast Asia.
Looking ahead, Impossible Marketing plans to continue scaling its AI solutions and explore regional expansion opportunities, further solidifying its position as a leader in the digital marketing industry.
https://www.impossible.sg/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/impossiblemarketing/
https://www.facebook.com/impossiblemarketing
https://www.instagram.com/impossiblemarketing/
Hashtag: #ImpossibleMarketing
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