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What’s going wrong for New Zealand small businesses?
Source: Radio New Zealand 123RF New Zealand small businesses have ranked last out of 11 Asia-Pacific countries in terms of their growth, for the second year in a row. CPA...
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Christchurch council staff back away from mayor’s proposal to pump sewage into sea
Source: Radio New Zealand Pegasus Bay. Supplied / Todd Group Christchurch City Council staff are backing away from a controversial plan to pump millions of litres of sewage out to...
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‘Shouldn’t come as a surprise’: No extensions to incorporated societies deadline, minister says
Source: Radio New Zealand Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson. RNZ / Mark Papalii Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson says there will be no extension for the more than 3000 clubs,...
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The resurrection of the Lake Onslow pumped hydro scheme
Source: Radio New Zealand The Lake Onslow pumped hydro scheme is back on the table, after industry players formed a private planning group. Flickr / Shellie Evans The same government...
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Improved economy helped reduce household debt but Middle East war adds uncertainty
Source: Radio New Zealand An improving economy has helped to reduce household debt levels. RNZ / Quin Tauetau Consumer debt arrears fall, but more in deeper distress Consumer credit demand...
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KiwiSaver contribution rates rise
Source: Radio New Zealand Employers are generally prepared for Wednesday’s KiwiSaver changes, business groups say. 123RF Employers are generally prepared for Wednesday’s KiwiSaver changes, business groups say. From 1 April,...
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The Rise of Hybrid Work in the Philippines Brings Home Cooking Back to the Table
Source: Media Outreach PROVACUNO, the Agro-food Interprofessional Organization of the Spanish beef industry, under the framework of the European Union’s promotion program It’s Time for EU Beef, invites Filipino households...
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It’s Time for EU Beef: Strengthening Ties with the Philippines through a Successful 2025 and a Promising 2026
Source: Media Outreach The European promotional campaign “It’s Time for EU Beef” has consolidated its presence in the Philippine market throughout 2025 and has kicked off 2026 with renewed momentum....
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Linklogis Releases 2025 Annual Results: Total Volume of Processed Supply Chain Assets Exceeds RMB500 Billion, Unveiling the “SC+ Platform”
Source: Media Outreach SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – On March 31, 2026, Linklogis Inc. (09959.HK, “Linklogis”) released its 2025 annual results. During the year,...
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CK Life Sciences’ Sequencio Therapeutics Presents the Latest Vaccine Research Advancements at the American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – Sequencio Therapeutics Company Limited (“Sequencio”), a subsidiary of CK Life Sciences Int’l., (Holdings) Inc. (“CK...
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Bangkok announced as Host City of the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026
Source: Media Outreach The Grand Final of Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 will take place on 14 November 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, marking the arrival of the world’s most iconic...
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Government backs down from work from home policy day before court hearing – PSA
Source: Radio New Zealand PSA National Secretary Fleur Fitzsimons. RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The government’s mega-ministry is backing down from work from home policy a day before the matter was...
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Apical Launches Rumah FABA Kreasi Muda Initiative to Support Independent Small Businesses in Dumai
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – Apical, through its business unit PT Sari Dumai Oleo (PT SDO), recently inaugurated the Rumah FABA Kreasi...
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Apical and Partners Target 30,000 Trees in East Kutai in the Second Year of Sustainable Living Village Programme
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – The Sustainable Living Village (SLV) programme, a collaboration between Apical and the Earthworm Foundation, has entered its...
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Phuket Strengthens Appeal for UK Families as Secure International Residential Destination
Source: Media Outreach Growing demand from British buyers, strengthened long-haul connectivity, and the continued evolution ofLaguna Phuket are reinforcing the appeal of Thailand’s largest island as a secure and globally...
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Fullgoal Launches Its First Hong Kong‑Domiciled ETF, Targeting High Dividends and Low Volatility
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – Fullgoal Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited (“Fullgoal AM HK”) listed its first Hong Kong-domiciled ETF...
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ISCA Holds First Annual Ceremony in Shanghai, Honours Members and Announces New Collaboration With SCCCI
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) held its first Annual Ceremony in Shanghai on 29 March,...
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Hospital builds: Health NZ ‘significantly underspending its capital expenditure’ – report
Source: Radio New Zealand Health NZ had a $315m discrepancy between forecast and actual capital spending in the first quarter of 2025-26. RNZ / Samantha Gee Health New Zealand (HNZ)...
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‘Unsettling times for businesses’ as confidence falls
Source: Radio New Zealand Retail is more concerned about the exchange rate than other sectors, ANZ’s chief economist says. RNZ Business confidence has dived as firms continue to digest the...
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Home-based care only cheaper because carers cover costs, Aged Care Association says
Source: Radio New Zealand The Aged Care Association says the government has promoted care in the home as the more compassionate and cost-effective option for older people – but workers...
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Celebrating Cigna Healthcare Singapore’s 15 years of connected, world-class healthcare
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – Cigna Healthcare Singapore is proud to celebrate its 15th anniversary, marking a significant milestone in its journey...
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NZ and trade partners working together on trade disruptions
Source: New Zealand Government Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay has announced a new joint statement on keeping supply chains open with fellow Future of Investment and Trade (FIT) Partnership...
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Nicola Willis rules out reduction in road user charges for diesel users
Source: Radio New Zealand “I have deep sympathy for diesel users because diesel is the fuel globally that has been most disrupted by the Middle East conflict,” the Finance Minister...
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PHANCY Announces 2025 Annual Results Revenue Exceeds RMB 7 Billion as Company Turns Profitable
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – Phancy Group Co., Ltd. (“Phancy” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 6682.HK), a leading Artificial General...
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DBS Hong Kong Second Season of Exclusive Gala “DBS ARTable 2026”, Exploring the Evolving Dialogue between Art, Culinary and Wealth
Source: Media Outreach A discerning client engagement with a refined exclusive four-hand dining experience crafted by acclaimed “Culinary Class Wars Season 2” Chefs HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire...
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Global Material Handling Pioneer Jungheinrich Reinforces Long-Term Commitment in Korea with KOREA MAT 2026 Debut and Anton Brand Launch
Source: Media Outreach SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Media OutReach Newswire – 31 March 2026 – Jungheinrich, a global leader in electric material handling solutions, announced today, its participation in KOREA...
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Elevating Modern Aesthetics: ARTĒ Madrid Partners with X Pay to Unveil the All-New SIERRA Collection
Source: Media Outreach Empowering Gen Z and the Next Generation to Define Their Radiance with Passion, Artistry, and Flexible Payment Autonomy HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30...