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Polycrisis in the Pacific as El Niño threatens droughts and floods – ChildFund NZ
Source: ChildFund New Zealand On top of a fuel crisis that is turning into a water, food and health crisis, Pacific islands are bracing for the impact of an El...
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A brighter future for derelict MIT sites in Ōtara
Source: New Zealand Government Deteriorating and vacant buildings at two former Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) sites in Ōtara will be demolished, clearing the way for future redevelopment of more...
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New Māori maternal mental health campaign asking whānau to share what support they had when pēpi arrived
Source: Ki tua o Matariki A new nationwide campaign is inviting whānau to share their experiences of the support-or lack of support-around them following the arrival of their pēpi (baby)....
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Oxfam launches Nepal flood response in worst-hit Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts, as destroyed roads and swept-away bridges block relief efforts
Source: Oxfam Aotearoa Oxfam has launched an emergency response in Rasuwa and Nuwakot, the districts worst affected by last Wednesday’s flash flood, as roads and bridges swept away by the...
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What drives infrastructure costs – and where can we make a difference
Source: New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, Te Waihanga A new research report from the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, Te Waihanga, shows that the growing costs of building infrastructure do not need...
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Events – July keeps Gumboot Friday moving, with 3,500 free counselling sessions delivered for our rangatahi
Source: Gumboot Friday In July 2026, Gumboot Friday delivered 3,500 free counselling sessions nationwide, supporting 2,205 young people aged 5–25. Sessions are free, no referral is required, and young people choose who they...
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Independent review released into Moa Point plant failure
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has today released the independent Crown Review into the failure of the Moa Point Wastewater Treatment Plant and the flooding event on 4 February...
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Opening the farm gate to first-time buyers
Source: New Zealand Government Farm workers will soon be able to use their own KiwiSaver savings to buy their first home under legislation introduced this week, say Finance Minister Nicola...
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New roadmap for supporting unpaid carers
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has launched today a new action plan to recognise the thousands of unpaid or informal carers across the country who are at home providing care for...
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Sod turned on Nelson Hospital’s new inpatient building
Source: New Zealand Government The sod has been turned on Nelson Hospital’s new 128-bed inpatient building, marking the beginning of construction, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “We know how important...
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Macao Economic, Trade and Tourism Investment Promotion Seminar Held in Singapore, Deepening Multi-Domain Cooperation to Empower Regional Growth
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 September 2026 – The Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) Government hosted a reception and the Macao Economic, Trade, Tourism and...
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Sino Land reports 13.3% revenue growth and a 14.2% increase in net profit attributable to shareholders for FY2025/26
Source: Media Outreach Awarded first pilot area in the Northern Metropolis, demonstrating the Group’s confidence in Hong Kong’s prospects Summary of 2025/2026Annual Results The Group’s revenue for the year ended...
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Advocacy – New Zealand did sign a letter criticising Israel which foreshadows sanctions – PSNA
Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) 1 September 2026 PSNA points to a hint of future economic sanctions against Israel, in a statement of concern issued jointly by New Zealand,...
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Economic Environment – Bond yields rocket to 2-decade high as global sell-off deepens – deVere Group
Source: deVere Group September 1 2026 Millions of investors are sitting on portfolios built for a world that seemingly no longer exists, warns the CEO of one of the world’s...
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University welcomes Government announcement towards goal of eliminating cervical cancer
Source: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington Te Tātai Hauora o Hine—National Centre for Women’s Health Research Aotearoa at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington says tonight’s announcement by the...
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InnoHK R&D Centres Establish Base at Science Park to Drive Emerging Industries and Pioneer Future Innovation
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 September 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), in collaboration with the Innovation and Technology...
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Greater powers to go after fraudsters
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation which provides the Serious Fraud Office with greater powers to go after criminals has passed its final reading in Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith...
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Hong Kong Hosts “ABU Robocon 2026” HKU and CUHK Clinched Two Top Spots for Hong Kong
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 September 2026 – “Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union Robot Contest 2026” (ABU Robocon 2026) was held on August 23 at...
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Foundational legislation strengthens support
Source: New Zealand Government The voice of the disability community is reflected in Disability Support Services legislation which passed its final reading in Parliament today. Minister for Disability Issues Louise...
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Rates Capping Bill passes first reading
Source: New Zealand Government Legislation to halt excessive rates increases and ensure councils’ focus to be on fixing the basics and keeping rates affordable has passed its first reading in...
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Free cervical screening for all women
Source: New Zealand Government Cervical screening will be free for all eligible women from 1 March 2027, Health Minister Simeon Brown and Women’s Minister Nicola Grigg say. “Today I am...
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Events – Six60, Maoli and Stan Walker to headline new two-day festival ‘Kingston Calling’ in February
Source: Fabrik Musical legends of Aotearoa and the Pacific will unite at Kingston Calling, a vibrant new two-day music and culture festival transforming Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, on 19 and...
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The IBR Asia Group Expands Regionally with Singapore Partner Link To Asia
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 September 2026 – The Honourable Dato’ Beatrice Maria Nirmala, Honorary Consul of Nicaragua to Malaysia and Group Managing Director of...
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Cushman & Wakefield Earns Multiple Distinctions at RICS China Awards 2026
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 September 2026 – Cushman & Wakefield, a leading global real estate services firm, has again been recognized for...
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InvestHK Strengthens Hong Kong’s Role as Gateway for Mainland Green-Tech Enterprises Going Global
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 September 2026 – As global demand for sustainable solutions accelerates amid geopolitical uncertainty, the rapid advancement of artificial...
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Woolworths set to ‘offshore’ 130 NZ jobs to make more money – Workers First Union
Source: Workers First Union Woolworths, one half of New Zealand’s supermarket duopoly, looks set to send around 130 New Zealanders’ jobs to Australia after announcing consultation today on a plan...
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Health – RACS says better pathways into specialist training are needed
Source: Royal Australasian College of Surgeons Tuesday 1 September 2026 Australia is producing enough doctors. The challenge is making sure they can progress through training into the specialist workforce communities...