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Feedback wanted on working with engineered stone
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety Brooke van Velden says the consultation on working with engineered stone closes in one month and hopes to hear from...
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$14 million boost for sports facilities across Tāmaki Makaurau from Auckland Council
Source: Auckland Council A top-of-the-line climbing structure for Auckland tamariki and rangatahi to use and enjoy is one step closer thanks to Auckland Council’s Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund....
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Finance – Mortgage advisers alarmed at ComCom proposal that will be “shocking for consumers”
Source: Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) The Finance and Mortgage Advisers Association of New Zealand (FAMNZ) has revealed recommendations by the Commerce Commission to supposedly “promote...
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Release: Homelessness growing under National
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Housing is going in the wrong direction under National, despite promises to build more houses and reduce the social housing waitlist. “The Salvation Army State...
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Speech to New Zealand Economics Forum
Source: New Zealand Government Tēna koutou katoa. Greetings everyone.Thank you Matt for the introduction and can I acknowledge the presence of former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison. It’s a pleasure...
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Update on December 2024 and January 2025 rental data
Update on December 2024 and January 2025 rental data The national-level stock measure for actual rentals for housing for December 2024 and January 2025 will be included in Selected price...
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Housing Market – Subtle turning point for property sellers – CoreLogic
Source: CoreLogic New Zealand’s property market is showing early signs of a gentle turnaround, giving resellers a glimmer of renewed leverage after a prolonged downturn. CoreLogic NZ’s latest Pain &...
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Capture.HK is Commissioned by Actor Kwok Fung to Restore his 30 Years of Family Memories Ahead of Valentine’s Day
Source: Media Outreach Customers digitalise memories with their spouses enjoy 20% off Valentine’s Day offer HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 February 2025 – CaptureTM Hong Kong,...
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HEIDELBERG sees clear increase in profitability in third quarter of financial year 2024/2025
Source: Media Outreach Q3 sales at previous year’s level and adjusted EBITDA margin improves significantly to 9.2 percent Incoming orders up 8.3 percent for Q3 and 7.7 percent after nine...
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Banyan Tree Residences Sichon: Thailand’s Southern Triangle Emerges As A Top Tourism And Investment Destination
Source: Media Outreach As Banyan Tree Residences Sichon breaks ground in Nakhon Si Thammarat, investors and travelers are recognizing the untapped potential of Thailand’s diverse coastal regions. NAKHON SI THAMMARAT,...
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Incident in Clutha comes to conclusion
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Otago Coastal Area Commander, Inspector Marty Gray: The man being sought by Police in Clutha for firearms offending has been located deceased....
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Release: More Kiwis are hungry, homeless and out of work
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Half of Pacific children sometimes going without food is just one of many heartbreaking lowlights in the Salvation Army’s annual State of the Nation report....
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Banking Sector – ASB half year result: Profit up 1% as economy moves toward recovery
Source: ASB ASB has reported a cash net profit after tax (NPAT) of $716 million for the six months to 31 December 2024, an increase of 1% on the prior...
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Benefit levels fail to keep families out of poverty
Source: Green Party The Salvation Army’s State of the Nation report is a bleak indictment on the failure of Government to take steps to end poverty, with those on benefits,...
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Takahē released to grow wild population
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 12 February 2025 After travelling from Burwood Takahē Centre near Te Anau and Orokonui Ecosanctuary Dunedin, takahē rangers paused briefly at Glenorchy Primary School for children...
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Energy Sector – Energy Competition Task Force identifies new ways to empower electricity consumers
Source: Electricity Authority The Energy Competition Task Force (the Task Force) has identified new ways to give consumers more control over their energy costs and to harness the power of rooftop...
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Finance – ASB drops mortgage rates further
Source: ASB ASB has today announced decreases on some of its most popular mortgage terms, with market-leading rates across the major banks on 6-month, 1-year and 18-month terms from today....
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SH76 Brougham Street upgrades prioritised as a Road of Regional Significance
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will prioritise delivery of upgrades to SH76 Brougham Street in Christchurch as a Road of Regional Significance, including an overbridge between Collins and Simeon...
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Murder charge filed in Lake Hawea homicide
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Otago Lakes Area Commander, Inspector Paula Enoka: A man is appearing in court today charged with the murder of Karen White last...
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Experts chosen for electricity market review
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has appointed independent experts to review the performance of the electricity markets, Energy Minister Simon Watts and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones say. “The...
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Hong Kong Study: Hypnosis Shows Promise for Stress Relief in Just 21 Minutes
Source: Media Outreach Research Challenges Hypnosis Misconceptions, Explores its Effectiveness for Stress in Fast-Paced Hong Kong HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 February 2025 – According to...
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Kāinga Ora getting firmer on rent payments
Source: New Zealand Government Kāinga Ora is introducing clearer consequences for state house tenants who skip rent payments, build up debt, then refuse to work with the social housing provider...
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Name release: Fatal crash, Greta Valley
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now name the two women who died in a crash on State Highway 1, Greta Valley on 19 December. They were Lu-Yao...
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Molex Releases Innovative MMCX Power over Coax Solution to Ensure Reliable, RF Connections and Uninterrupted Power Delivery in Dynamic Environments
Source: Media Outreach Innovative mating technique resolves the problems with intermittent power delivery and signal interruptions inherent in traditional MMCX connectors Ideally suited for critical sensors and video applications in...
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Dreamer’s Journey 2025″ – Empowering Families with Disabilities to Venture Beyond Hong Kong. “Soaring High • Transforming Growth” Hong Kong Press Conference
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 February 2025 – On January 23, 2025, 50 selected children and youth with disabilities from under-privileged families in...
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Address to Public Service Leaders
Source: New Zealand Government Good afternoon everyone and thank you all for making the time to be here.I wanted to speak to you early in my tenure as your new...
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Supporting farmers to ‘meat’ global food demand
Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Agriculture Todd McClay today hosted a Lamb barbecue to mark National Lamb Day (15 February 2025) for farmers, industry representatives, MPs, and media at...