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Police lay new charge in Papatoetoe homicide
Source: New Zealand Police A man faces a murder charge over the death of a woman in Papatoetoe earlier this month. Police have been investigating the death of 84-year-old Joan...
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Emergency Responses – NEMA identifies what caused emergency alert issues during Kamchatka tsunami event
Source: National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) The National Emergency Management Agency says it has got to the bottom of the issues reported by the public during the Kamchatka tsunami event...
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Legislation – Law change could save farmers and taxpayers millions – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is throwing its support behind a new Member’s Bill that could bring much-needed clarity to New Zealand’s climate change laws – and save millions in legal...
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Appeal for information following shots fired at Wigram house
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Sergeant Luke Vaughan: Christchurch Central Police investigating an incident where shots were fired at a house in Wigram are appealing to the public...
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Vingroup inaugurates and breaks ground on six major projects nationwide to celebrate Vietnam’s 80th national day
Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2025 – To mark the 80th anniversary of the National Day of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Vingroup...
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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...
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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...
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Consultation on refreshed Disability Strategy
Source: New Zealand Government People can now have their say on the New Zealand Disability Strategy with public consultation opening today. “The draft strategy now out for discussion sets out...
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HMLY Marks 16 Years of ISO in Packaging & Logistics Solutions
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2025 – HMLY, an established provider of packaging and design as well as warehousing and storage solutions, has announced...
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Innovative eco brand Earthya has launched compostable bags, helping Malaysians tackle the challenge of microplastic pollution.
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2025 – Malaysians use approximately 9 billion plastic bags every year, including trash bags that are difficult...
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Construction Sector – Beleaguered construction sector has turned the corner, says new report
Source: Chinese Building Industry Association Tentative signs of recovery celebrated at Parliament event marking 10th anniversary of New Zealand Chinese Building Industry Association. New Zealand’s construction sector generated $94 billion...
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Energy Sector – Electricity Authority moves to level the power playing field
Source: Electricity Authority The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko (the Authority) is moving to level the playing field between the four large gentailers (Genesis, Contact, Meridian and Mercury) and independent participants...
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Boosting competition for affordable electricity
Source: New Zealand Government Energy Minister Simon Watts welcomes the new rule agreed to by the Electricity Authority will level the playing field for smaller power companies, boosting retail competition...
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Confirmation of AA+ credit rating welcomed
Source: New Zealand Government Finance Minister Nicola Willis has welcomed confirmation from Fitch Ratings that the Government’s careful management of the books has preserved New Zealand’s strong credit rating. The...
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Baidui Cup grows into global stage for youth football in Beijing
Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2025 – The 42nd “Baidui Cup” Football Tournament kicked off in the rain on the August 8th. It...
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2025 IFSC Asian Youth Championships to Kick off on August 20th in Guiyang, Guizhou, 211 Young Athletes to Participate
Source: Media Outreach GUIYANG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 August 2025 – Recently, the press conference for 2025 International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) Asian Youth Championships was...
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Bupa Hong Kong Connects More Customers to Flexible and Affordable Outpatient Care with Blua Health Pass
Source: Media Outreach Blua Health Pass promotes everyday wellness by making outpatient care more accessible across digital and in-person touchpoints, under Bupa’s commitment to Together for Your Health HONG KONG...
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New traffic lights on Rotorua’s SH30 – drive with care
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency People are urged to take extra care travelling through the newly activated traffic signals at the intersection of State Highway 30 (SH30) Te Ngae Road...
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Biggest building consent system reform in decades
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is announcing the biggest change to the building consent system since the Building Act came into force in 2004, Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk...
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Property Council welcomes landmark building consent reforms
Source: Property Council New Zealand Property Council New Zealand has welcomed today’s announcement from the Government, describing the reforms as a pragmatic step toward a more consistent and accountable building...
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Finance – Comments from Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) managing director Peter White AM
Source: Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) Re: Pending RBNZ interest rate decision – “We believe there’s a clear need for an interest rate cut to help...
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Man arrested following house fire, Palmerston North
Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Sergeant Shelley Ross: Police have charged a man with two counts of attempted arson and unlawfully possessing an offensive weapon following a house...
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Most Cardiac Arrests Happen at Home : New Zealanders Urged to Learn First Aid
Source: Press Release Service Headline: Most Cardiac Arrests Happen at Home : New Zealanders Urged to Learn First Aid A newly released review of New Zealand health data reveals a...
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GWM Brazil Plant Officially Opens with President Lula in Attendance
Source: Media Outreach Iracemápolis, São Paulo – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 August 2025 – In the early hours of August 16 (Beijing time), GWM’s Brazil plant officially commenced operations,...
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Operation Sturbridge: Police investigation carries on 45 years since Alicia’s murder
Source: New Zealand Police Forty-five years ago, Alicia O’Reilly was tragically raped and murdered in her Avondale family home. Police continue to investigate the events on Canal Road in the...
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China UnionPay’s Poetry POS Machine Campaign Starts Global Heart-Warming Journey in Thailand
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 August 2025 – Recently, alongside a Chinese lantern festival held in Thailand, UnionPay’s Poetry POS Machine public welfare initiative...
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Galaxy Macau Invigorates this Summer, Encouraging an Active Lifestyle at the “Galaxy Wellness Hub”
Source: Media Outreach MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 August 2025 – Galaxy Macau™ Integrated Resort, a world-class luxury destination, is proud to introduce the Galaxy Wellness Hub,...