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AI Summit: Accelerating AI research and innovation
Source: New Zealand Government Good morning, everyone Thank you for your warm introduction. I would also like to extend my thanks to the AI Forum’s Executive Council for their kind...
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Accelerating AI research and innovation
Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti has announced a major investment in AI research to build New Zealand’s AI capability, fast-track commercialisation, and drive...
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New Auckland rail line to benefit freight and passengers
Source: New Zealand Government The new Third Main Line in Auckland will be a game changer for rail freight and will enable more frequent passenger trains, Rail Minister Winston Peters...
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NZ–Saudi Arabia Business Council established
Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Trade and Investment, Todd McClay, and Saudi Minister of Investment, H.E. Dr Majid bin Abdullah Al-Kassabi signed a joint statement establishing the New Zealand–Saudi...
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Twelve Rising Talents from Germany Complete Five-Day Visit to Hong Kong and Shenzhen Experiencing the Region’s Vibrant Innovation and Technology Ecosystem
Source: Media Outreach The visit showcased Hong Kong’s appeal as a launchpad for global talent and startups to the winners of a pitch competition hosted by Hong Kong Talent Engage...
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Policy Address by Hong Kong SAR’s Chief Executive John Lee: Deepening Reforms and Leveraging Strengths for a Brighter Future
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2025 – Hong Kong’s Chief Executive, John Lee, today (September 17) announced his fourth Policy Address, unveiling...
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Cushman & Wakefield responses to the Policy Address 2025/26
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2025 – Response to thePolicy Address 2025/26 by KK Chiu, International Director, Chief Executive, Greater China of...
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Gross domestic product: June 2025 quarter – update
Gross domestic product: June 2025 quarter – update 17 September 2025 We are continuing to experience technical issues with Infoshare that may mean data from Gross domestic product: June 2025 quarter will not...
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Balance of payments and international investment position: June 2025 quarter – update
Balance of payments and international investment position: June 2025 quarter – update 17 September 2025 We are experiencing some technical issues with Infoshare that may prevent the ratios table updating...
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Quarterly current account deficit $3.4 billion – Balance of payments and international investment position: June 2025 quarter – Stats NZ news story and information release
Quarterly current account deficit $3.4 billion – news story 17 September 2025 New Zealand’s seasonally adjusted current account deficit narrowed by $702 million to $3.4 billion in the June 2025 quarter,...
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Singapore residents seek purpose, not just rest, but many unprepared for the journey: AIA Live Better Study
Source: Media Outreach AIA Live Better Study highlights a critical gap between retirement aspirations and readiness, with social connections emerging as an unsung hero for a fulfilling later life. SINGAPORE...
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Customs levies bill passes
Source: New Zealand Government A bill to make revenue collection on imported and exported goods fairer and more effective has been passed by Parliament, Customs Minister Casey Costello said today....
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Accessing healthcare is a hassle, Asia’s patients reveal: Prudential commissioned study
Source: Media Outreach Complicated access to healthcare and a lack of guidance are keeping patients from receiving the care they need, when they need it HONG KONG SAR – Media...
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Women’s Day of Action for Pay Equity – NZCTU
Source: NZCTU This Saturday 20 September, 132 years after women secured the right to vote, thousands of women and allies across the country are taking to the streets to rise...
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Watsons Launches Exclusive IP “The Watsons Family” Across Asia to Drive Customer Engagement & Brand Loyalty
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2025 – Watsons, AS Watson Group’s flagship health and beauty brand, announces the exclusive launch of “The...
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Fire and Emergency – King’s Birthday Honours recipients recognised
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers from Oxford, Fox Glacier, Matatā, and Taihape were presented with their Royal Honours by Governor-General the Rt Hon...
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Amazon Prime Big Deal Days Returns to Singapore from 7–13 October with More Days and More Ways to Save
Source: Media Outreach Entering its third year, the event continues to grow, giving Prime members in Singapore early access to savings across thousands of products, from categories such astoys, babies,...
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Families to get extra help with ECE costs
Source: New Zealand Government From the start of next month tens of thousands of households will get extra help with the cost of early childhood education (ECE) thanks to the...
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Politics and Policy – Former Prime Ministers and young MPs unite at Parliament for launch of “Tomorrow Together”, a call for better long-term decision-making in Aotearoa
Source: WEAll Aotearoa New Zealand On Wednesday 17 September, Tomorrow Together, an initiative of WEAll Aotearoa, is unveiling a national discussion document at Parliament, asking Kiwis how our country can get better at...
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GAZA: Leaders of major aid groups call on world leaders to intervene following UN genocide conclusion – Oxfam
Source: Oxfam Aotearoa The leaders of over 20 major aid agencies working in Gaza are calling on world leaders to urgently intervene after a UN commission concluded, for the first time,...
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Celebrating Predator Free 2050 progress from Waiheke to Akaroa
Source: NZ Department of Conservation New Zealand’s Predator Free 2050 movement is stronger than ever with 9000+ community trapping initiatives and 20 large landscape projects. In this blog, we look...
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Greenpeace applauds ECan for declaring nitrate emergency, calls for candidates to pledge real action
Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace is welcoming Environment Canterbury’s decision to declare a nitrate emergency, calling it a long-overdue acknowledgement of a worsening health crisis. But the organisation warns that real action must...
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Federated Farmers slam ECan’s shameless political stunt
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers say Environment Canterbury’s decision to declare a ‘nitrate emergency’ is a shameless political stunt that won’t help anyone. “It’s incredibly disappointing to see Environment Canterbury (ECan)...
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Remarkable reduction in youth offending
Source: New Zealand Government A ‘tough but fair’ approach, and greater unity across both our communities and government, is keeping people and property safer. Minister for Children Karen Chhour has...
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Nurse-led cystoscopy clinics delivering timely cancer care in Dunedin
Source: New Zealand Government A new nurse-led cystoscopy service at Dunedin Hospital is helping bladder cancer patients receive their essential follow-up care on time, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Bladder...
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Promoting resilience and insurance ties in London
Source: New Zealand Government Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson travels to London this week to strengthen New Zealand’s international partnerships in insurance, emergency preparedness, and business competition. “Resilience...
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Minister must back online safety bill to protect Kiwi kids from online predators after reckless cuts – PSA
Source: PSA The Minister responsible for online safety must support Labour MP Reuben Davidson’s Online Safety members’ bill launched today if she’s serious about protecting children from online predators and extreme...