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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...
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Universities – Covid strategies ‘fell short’ for Pacific people, research finds – UoA
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) Research on the impacts of Covid-19 highlights high death rates among Pacific people in Aotearoa and the need to provide better support in the future....
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Housing Market Trends – Intriguing year ahead for the housing market – Quality Valuation
Source: Quality Valuation (QV) One month in and QV operation manager James Wilson says 2025 is already shaping up to be an intriguing year for the housing market – though...
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The mass pilgrimage flocking to Ba Den Mountain, Tay Ninh at the beginning of the Lunar New Year
Source: Media Outreach BA DEN, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newsdwire – 10 February 2025 – During the recent Lunar New Year, images capturing packed crowds at the foot of Ba...
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Special Minds Introduces Singapore’s First 1:1 Special Needs Matching Platform
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2025 – Special Minds is proud to introduce a new platform in Singapore that offers a much-needed solution for...
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Go-to Print Celebrates 40 Years of Heritage and Post-COVID Revival
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2025 – Go-to Print Singapore, formerly known as Mandarin Art Printing, a trusted name in Singapore’s printing industry, proudly...
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Pingtung’s Diverse Experiences Become a Highlight of Taiwan Tourism with the launch of eight new travel routes
Source: Media Outreach PINGTUNG, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 February 2025 – “Taiwan is a great travel choice!” The Pingtung County Government promotes tourism with an innovative approach,...
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Speech to the Financial Services Council
Source: New Zealand Government Good morning, everyone. I would like to begin by thanking Kirk Hope and the Financial Services Council for the opportunity to speak to you all this morning....
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ECOVACS Transforms Modern Home Cleaning with Three New Revolutionary Robot Vacuums
Source: Media Outreach ECOVACS unveils award-winning vacuum cleaner, DEEBOT X8 PRO OMNI, featuring groundbreaking OZMO ROLLER Mopping Technology The company has also launched its thinnest robot vacuum cleaner, DEEBOT T50...
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Aotearoa Clinical Trials Expands to New Site in Botany, East Auckland, Strengthening Community Access to Clinical Trials
Source: Aotearoa Clinical Trials Auckland, New Zealand – February 10, 2025 – Aotearoa Clinical Trials is pleased to announce the opening of a new, third site in Botany, East Auckland, expanding...
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Next steps for Te Anau Bird Sanctuary
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 10 February 2025 There have been some expressions of interest in the facility from other parties, and DOC will further investigate these opportunities alongside key stakeholders....
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Rental sector guidance for landlords and tenants
Source: Privacy Commissioner State houses at Arapuni Hydro Works from Archives NZ record number A1124 The guidance below is for tenants, landlords, and others in the rental accommodation sector to...
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Auckland Council urges vigilance against wildfire risks in regional and local parks
Source: Auckland Council Wildfires in California, bushfires in Australia and some significant vegetation fires across Aotearoa has brought global attention to fire risk and is a good reminder of the...