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Housing Market – The next upturn is slowly building – CoreLogic
Source: CoreLogic Property values in Aotearoa New Zealand rose by +0.5% in March, after a +0.4% lift in February, and a flat result for January. The latest figures confirm that...
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Tech – Galaxy Tab S10 FE Series Brings Intelligent Experiences to the Forefront with Premium, Versatile Design
Source: Samsung Boost multitasking and creative expression like a pro with Intelligent Features on the new Tab S10 FE additions AUCKLAND, New Zealand – April 4, 2025 – Samsung Electronics...
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Household net worth little changed in December 2024 – Stats NZ media and information release: National accounts (income, saving, assets, and liabilities): December 2024 quarter
Source: Statistics New Zealand Household net worth little changed in December 2024 – 3 April 2025 – Household net worth showed little change in the December 2024 quarter, up $834...
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Household income and saving increase in the December 2024 quarter – Stats NZ media and information release: National accounts (income, saving, assets, and liabilities): December 2024 quarter
Source: Statistics New Zealand Household income and saving increase in the December 2024 quarter – 3 April 2025 – New Zealand household net disposable income rose 1.5 percent to $59.4...
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Consumer NZ – Price hikes are coming – it’s time to review your power provider
Source: Consumer NZ Too many households are paying more than they need to for power. With significant energy price increases looming, Consumer NZ calls on New Zealanders to check for...
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Regional tourism to benefit from $2.45 million boost
Source: New Zealand Government Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says opening a second multi-million dollar funding round for regional tourism will drive economic growth. “We know a successful tourism...
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ACT celebrates law change to liberate builders and embrace international materials
Source: ACT Party ACT is welcoming the passage of the Building (Overseas Building Products, Standards, and Certification Schemes) Amendment Bill, which delivers on ideas ACT campaigned on in 2023. “Finally,...
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Northcote: a shining example of smart growth
Source: Auckland Council Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that exemplifies smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau. The ongoing renewal of...
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Heavy rain forecast for Westland and Buller Districts, ahead of Top of the South on Thursday
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency With wet weather approaching the top of the South Island, hitting Westland and Buller districts from Thursday, drivers are urged to take extra care on...
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Strengthening reo Māori accessibility
Source: New Zealand Government Toi te kupu, toi te mana, toi tū te reo.Talented appointees to prominent reo Māori entities will help grow accessibility to the language and culture in...
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Going for Growth: More affordable building products
Source: New Zealand Government Just-passed legislation is expected to put up to 250,000 more building products on shelves this year alone – giving Kiwis building and renovating their homes more...
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Shenglong Electric showcases two AI-powered products in OFC 2025 to redefine smart electricity use
Source: Media Outreach SAN FRANSICO, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 April 2025 – On April 1 (Pacific Standard Time), the world’s top optical communication event, the 50th Optical...
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Hang Lung Properties and Tsinghua University Mark 15 Years of Impactful Partnership on Sustainable Urban Futures
Source: Media Outreach The Hang Lung Center for Real Estate at Tsinghua University celebrates significant achievements in driving innovation in real estate and creating a greener future HONG KONG SAR...
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Update in investigation into deaths in Roseneath
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can confirm that the deaths of two people at a residential property on Palliser Road, Roseneath are being treated as a murder-suicide. Police...
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Police wheel in stolen property from city burglaries
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Auckland Central Police have cleared out two apartments full of stolen property, resulting in four arrests. In the process an excess of 80 stolen...
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Backing builders by cracking down on cowboys
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing builders by making changes so Kiwis will more easily be able to identify high-quality, trusted professionals to carry out work on their...
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Getting valuable input from Northcote’s future generation
Source: Auckland Council On behalf of Auckland Council, Eke Panuku creates amazing spaces for current and future generations across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. In Northcote, they’re transforming the town centre over...
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Roseneath deaths referred to Coroner
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Detective Inspector Haley Ryan: Police are not seeking anyone else in relation to the deaths of two people at a residential property...
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Release: Worst February for building consents in over a decade
Source: New Zealand Labour Party The National Government’s choices have contributed to a slow-down in the building sector, as thousands of people have lost their jobs in construction. Statistics released...
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Myanmar – One third of population in Myanmar requires humanitarian support, following devastating earthquake which has left thousands dead – World Vision
Source: World Vision More than 3.5 million people are internally displaced following the earthquake and ongoing internal conflict Children and families are struggling to survive, and are without shelter,...
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Brewery burglary: Offenders don’t get to sample goods
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police have canned the plans of a group of offenders who allegedly broke into a Helensville brewery. On Sunday at about 1.30am a group...
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Annual number of home consents down 7.4 percent – Stats NZ media and information release: Building consents issued: February 2025
Source: Statistics New Zealand Annual number of home consents down 7.4 percent – 2 April 2025 – There were 33,595 new homes consented in Aotearoa New Zealand in the year...
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Greenpeace bringing free drinking water nitrate testing to Ashburton District this weekend
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace Aotearoa will be offering its free drinking water testing service in Ashburton and Methven this Friday and Sunday. This is the first time the organisation’s water testing programme...
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JINGDONG Logistics Expands Middle East Presence with 5 Warehouses, Offering Premium Services Across MENA Markets
Source: Media Outreach RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 April 2025 – Recently, at JINGDONG Logistics’ warehouse in Riyadh, goods were being efficiently processed, destined not only...
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Update: Police investigating Roseneath deaths
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Detective Inspector Haley Ryan: The bodies of two people who were located deceased in a residential address in Roseneath overnight have been...
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Prudential partners Thomson Medical Centre to offer more healthcare options and convenience for customers
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 April 2025 – Prudential Singapore (“Prudential”) and Thomson Medical Centre (TMC) have signed a partnership agreement to enhance the healthcare...
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Pou Hihiri sculpture inspires hope in Muriwai
Source: Auckland Council Hundreds of residents and visitors gathered in Muriwai on Sunday 23 March for the official unveiling and naming ceremony of Pou Hihiri – a new sculpture commemorating...