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Government must keep cutting to keep interest rate relief coming
Source: ACT Party The Government must keep cutting to keep the interest rate relief coming, says ACT Leader David Seymour in response to a 0.5 point cut in the Official...
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Growing economy good for jobs and opportunities
Source: New Zealand Government The Reserve Bank’s positive outlook indicates the economy is growing and people can look forward to more jobs and opportunities, Finance Minister Nicola Willis says. The...
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Health Crisis – New crisis working group a sign of desperation by Health Minister – PSA
Source: PSA The Government’s setting up of a crisis health working group won’t help a failing health system unless increased investment is urgently made. The so-called health assurance unit will operate...
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Real change boosts farmer confidence, but Paris commitments still cause concern
Source: ACT Party ACT Agriculture spokesperson Mark Cameron is welcoming Federated Farmers’ latest Farm Confidence Survey, which shows farmer confidence has jumped to a 10-year high, but says there is...
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Ahuwhenua Trophy award finalists
Source: New Zealand Government Agriculture Minister, Todd McClay and Minister for Māori Development, Tama Potaka today congratulated the finalists for this year’s Ahuwhenua Trophy, celebrating excellence in Māori sheep and beef farming. ...
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Fund to better recognise and support survivors
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is continuing to respond to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care by establishing a fund to honour those who died in...
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Health and Business – The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners Partners with Tribal to Transform Learner Management
Source: Tribal Group Wellington, February 5, 2025 – Tribal Group, a leading provider of education technology, is delighted to announce its partnership with The Royal New Zealand College of General...
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Rural News – Farmer confidence jumps to 10-year high – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers Farmer confidence has risen to its highest level in over a decade, rebounding from record lows in recent years. Federated Farmers’ latest Farm Confidence Survey shows falling interest...
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Safety improvements for busy SH5 intersection
Source: New Zealand Government A busy intersection on SH5 will be made safer with the construction of a new roundabout at the intersection of SH28/Harwoods Road, as we deliver on...
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Lee Kum Kee Brings Authentic Asian Flavours to the Asian Food Market at Wellington Lunar New Year Festival
Source: Media Outreach WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 February 2025 – The capital came alive this weekend with thousands of Wellingtonians enjoying all the range of...
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Going for growth to boost farmer confidence
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is turbo charging growth to return confidence to the primary sector through common sense policies that are driving productivity and farm-gate returns, Agriculture Minister...
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Farmer confidence jumps to 10-year high
Source: Federated Farmers Farmer confidence has risen to its highest level in over a decade, rebounding from record lows in recent years. Federated Farmers’ latest Farm Confidence Survey shows falling interest...
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Merit Food Products Named PETA Asia’s 2024 Company of the Year
Source: Media Outreach CHONBURI, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 February 2025 – Merit Food Products, the maker of popular brands such as MeritO, Native Forest and 365 Whole...
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Bills aim to boost justice and reduce regulation
Source: New Zealand Government Improving people’s experience with the Justice system is at the heart of a package of Bills which passed its first reading today Associate Justice Minister Nicole...
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IT Leaders Forum 2025: Shaping the Future of Business and Technology in Africa
Source: Media Outreach JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 February 2025 – IT News Africa is proud to announce the IT Leaders Forum2025, a premier gathering of...
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Trump has sent a message on trade: Time to scrap Kiwi tariffs
Source: ACT Party Responding to President Trump’s announcement of a reciprocal tariff regime, ACT Finance spokesperson Todd Stephenson says: “ACT has previously argued to scrap our remaining tariffs. President Trump’s announcement...
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Activist News – No to anti-protest law – Peace Action Wellington
Source: Peace Action Wellington In a report released today, the Independent Police Conduct Authority has called for new standalone legislation directed at preemptively policing protest. “I completely reject the IPCA...
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Privacy Commissioner – Two reports show privacy must be at the heart of trust in government
Source: Office of the Privacy Commissioner Today’s release of two reports into the protection of personal information show agencies must be better at privacy, says Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster. The Inquiry...
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Release: ACT taps out of Treaty Principles Bill submission process
Source: New Zealand Labour Party “The ACT Party can’t be bothered putting an MP on one of the Justice subcommittees hearing submissions on their own Treaty Principles Bill,” Labour Justice...
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Ō-Rākau battle site returning to tūpuna ownership
Source: New Zealand Government Returning the Ō-Rākau battle site to tūpuna ownership will help to recognise the past and safeguard their stories for the benefit of future generations, Minister for...
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MICHELIN Guide to Highlight the Culinary Excellence of Manila and Environs & Cebu in its Inaugural Edition
Source: Media Outreach The MICHELIN Guide announced its arrival in Manila and Environs & Cebu for an upcoming 2026 selection The restaurant selection for the inaugural edition will be revealed...
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Health2Sync Deepens Reach and Partnerships in South Korea with Growing Adoption of its Digital Disease Management Platform
Source: Media Outreach Health2Sync’s SugarGenie app is experiencing rapid growth and positive reception in South Korea. The platform is being utilized in both hospital settings and through government programs. Health2Sync...
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HWOO Energy Storage Successfully Launches in Pakistan, Ushering in a New Era of Global Expansion
Source: Media Outreach ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 February 2025 – On February 12, 2025, HWOO Energy Storage hosted a grand brand launch event in Islamabad, Pakistan....
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Two reports show privacy must be at the heart of trust in government
Source: Privacy Commissioner 18 Feb 2025, 15:15 Today’s release of two reports into the protection of personal information show agencies must be better at privacy, says Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster....
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Regulation of Cryptocurrency Market in 2025 and Beyond by Global Broker Octa
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 February 2025 – The global cryptocurrency market has seen unprecedented growth in the previous year, spearheaded by Bitcoin...
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Government Cuts – Telehealth staff cuts would reduce access to virtual healthcare – PSA
Source: PSA While Health Minister Simeon Brown pushes for more Telehealth services, Health New Zealand (HNZ) is proposing to cut key Telehealth support roles to meet the Government’s drive to reduce...
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Gaza – Less than seven percent of pre-conflict water levels available to Rafah and North Gaza, worsening a health catastrophe – Oxfam
Source: Oxfam Aotearoa – Nearly 1,700 kilometres of water and sanitation networks have been destroyed – Big-ticket repairs of networks urgently needed but Israeli government balks in approving supplies The resumption of aid...