Zimbabwe Government Honours its Commitment to Compensate Investors Under Bilateral Investment Protection and Promotion Agreements (BIPPAs)

Source: Media Outreach The payments to farm owners under BIPPA-protection marks a historic milestone and a critical step in Zimbabwe’s Arrears Clearance and Debt Resolution Process HARARE, ZIMBABWE – EQS Newswire – 8 February 2025 – The Government of the Republic of Zimbabwe is honouring its commitment to compensate investors protected by Bilateral Investment Protection … Read more

Serious crash, Parihauhau Road, Parikino:

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Parihauhau Road is closed at Parikino following a two vehicle crash off State Highway 4 this afternoon. Emergency services responded to the crash around 1:40pm. The Serious Crash Unit has been advised. Parihauhau Road is closed while emergency services respond, and a scene examination is conducted. Motorists are advised … Read more

NZ-AU: Rubbermaid Commercial Products APAC: Supporting Essential Industries with Solutions For Work That Matters

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) Scoresby, Feb. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Scoresby, Victoria – With its new brand purpose, Rubbermaid Commercial Products reaffirms its mission to support the people who keep work spaces clean, safe and productive daily. Rubbermaid Commercial Products APAC (RCP) recently announced the launch of its new Brand Purpose campaign, showcasing a renewed … Read more

Singapore’s Tolaram Welcomes IFC Investment in Lagos Free Zone to Boost Industrial Growth and Economic Diversification in Nigeria

Source: Media Outreach LAGOS, NIGERIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 February 2025 – Tolaram, the Singapore-headquartered owners and operators of Lagos Free Zone are proud to announce that the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has committed an equity investment of up to $50 million to support the development of Lagos Free Zone. The investment, aimed … Read more

Make the Moment: The 2025 OnePlus Photography Awards Calling for Creativity Worldwide

Source: Media Outreach Entries for the 2025 OnePlus Photography Awards are now open, celebrating mobile photography with global rewards and recognition SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 February 2025 – Global technology brand OnePlus announced the launch of the 2025 OnePlus Photography Awards (OPA), now in its fifth year. From February 7 to … Read more

MEET48 Unveils Multiple AI Products, Redefining the Future of the Entertainment Industry

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 February 2025 – MEET48 officially launches its world-first virtual entertainment, social, music, and dance AIGC creator platform, MEET48.ai, on February 7. MEET48.ai: Effortlessly Create Idol AI-Agents and AIGC Content with One-Click Intelligence By accessing MEET48.ai, users can create virtual Idol AI-Agents through simple customization steps. … Read more

12 Malaysian students celebrate as Octa broker’s bootcamp reaches completion

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 February 2025 – In 2024, Octa broker sponsored a coding bootcamp for Malaysian students, STATUS 200. Organised in cooperation with Ideas International, this charity project was held on-site in Kuala Lumpur and lasted from April to November 2024. The program was divided into … Read more

Gaw Capital Partners and Patience Capital Group Complete Acquisition of an Iconic Mall in Central Ginza, Tokyo

Source: Media Outreach TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 February 2025 – Real estate private equity firm Gaw Capital Partners today announced that the firm, through a fund under its management and investment from co-investors, has partnered with Patience Capital Group (PCG) to form a joint venture for the acquisition and management of … Read more

Tunnelling begins at site of Mt Messenger Bypass

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Tunnelling has begun this week at the Te Ara o Te Ata – Mt Messenger Bypass project in North Taranaki. Following an early morning blessing from mana whenua and iwi partner Ngāti Tama, the first cut was made by a 110-tonne road header machine that will excavate the project’s 235-metre … Read more

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Romance and Refinement at Amari Phuket and Amari Vogue Krabi

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 February 2025 – This Valentine’s Day, couples can treat themselves to an unforgettable experience at two of Thailand’s most romantic destinations: Amari Phuket and Amari Vogue Krabi. With their exclusive Valentine’s offers, these stunning beachfront resorts promise to deliver the ultimate romantic getaway. Amari … Read more

Auckland overnight motorway closures 7–17 February 2025

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advises of the following closures for motorway improvements. Work delayed by bad weather will be completed at the next available date, prior to Friday, 14 February 2025. Please note this traffic bulletin is updated every Friday. Daily updated closure information(external link) Unless otherwise stated, closures … Read more

Maintenance work ahead on SH1 through Rangitikei

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Road users travelling through the Rangitikei district are advised to expect some minor delays on State Highway 1 in the coming weeks due to planned maintenance and resilience works. The Manawatū-Whanganui 2024/25 renewals season is nearing completion, with less than 2 months left. Some crucial work on SH1 is still … Read more

Firearms and ammunition seized following a Porirua traffic stop

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant Vincent Smylie: A man is before the courts following a vehicle stop which led to the discovery of two firearms and shotgun ammunition. Around 4pm on Tuesday 4 February, Police conducted a vehicle stop in Cannons Creek, after seeing a person of interest in the … Read more

Wildberries Empowers Women in Tech in Kyrgyzstan

Source: Media Outreach MOSCOW, RUSSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 February 2025 – Wildberries, one of the largest e-commerce platforms in Eurasia, has become an official partner of Women in Tech Kyrgyzstan, part of a global community dedicated to empowering women in technology and reducing gender inequality. Wildberries experts shared their experience in training … Read more

Extradition file to be prepared in Wellington assault case

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police investigating alleged criminal behaviour by visiting Vietnamese officials are preparing an extradition file. Police received two complaints of assault following an incident at a Wellington restaurant in March last year. Detectives investigating the matter identified the suspects as members of a Vietnamese delegation, who had already left the … Read more

SH30/Wharenui Road intersection upgrade starting

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) advises work begins Monday (10 February) to upgrade and install traffic lights at the intersection of State Highway 30 (SH30) Te Ngae Road and Wharenui Road. NZTA advises Rotorua drivers that, as part of this work, a short section of Wharenui Road, between SH30 … Read more

Unleash Your Children’s Potential: iCare Eyecare’s Solutions Enhance Learning and Sports Engagement

Source: Media Outreach iCare Eyecare’s Mission: Keep your eyes, sharpen your edge, and promote your wellness HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 February 2025 – With the rise of digital media, screen devices have become an integral part of everybody’s life, and e-learning is an inevitable trend in school. However, this has … Read more

SH25 closed following crash, Kereta, Thames

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 25, the Thames Coast Road is closed near Kereta while emergency services attend a crash reported at 12.45pm. Initial indications are that there have been serious injuries in the crash involving a vehicle and a motorcycle. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. ENDS … Read more

New Zealand Sugar Company fined almost $150,000 for importing and selling sugar products contaminated with lead

Source: Ministry for Primary Industries New Zealand Sugar Company, trading as Chelsea Sugar, has been fined $149,500 for manufacturing, distributing and selling sugar products contaminated with lead. In November and December 2021, the company recalled thousands of packs of sugar products because of potential low level lead contamination. Media release: New Zealand Food Safety to … Read more

Road blocked, Mokau Road, Mokau

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police are responding to a single vehicle crash where a truck has rolled on Mokau Road (SH3), near Mohakatino Road, Mokau. The crash was reported around 1:45pm. The driver is reported to be in a moderate to serious condition. The road is blocked and motorists are advised to take … Read more

Weather News – Thundery Afternoon for Central North Island before a Summery Weekend – MetService

Source: MetService Covering period of Friday 7 – Monday 10 February – Severe thunderstorms are possible for the central North Island this afternoon and evening (Friday), but  MetService is forecasting more warm and dry weather for most during the weekend. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in place for the central North Island this afternoon and evening, … Read more

Universities – Green light for remote tech to sort the wood from the trees – Flinders

Source: Flinders University New Zealand and Flinders University experts have deployed artificial intelligence and 3D laser scanning to accurately map planted pine (radiata) forests for most of NZ’s North Island.   The results, which distinguish planted large estates, small woodlots and newly established stands as young as three years old, showcase a new way of … Read more

Seventy-three graduate in first police wing for 2025

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Commissioner Richard Chambers, the Minister of Police, Hon Mark Mitchell, Associate Minister of Police Casey Costello and Wing Patron, Glenn Dunbier ONZM congratulated the 73 graduating constables from wing 381 today.Families and friends joined the newly attested constables at Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua this morning to watch them parade … Read more

State Highway summer maintenance continues in Marlborough

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency People travelling between Nelson and Blenheim can expect to see road works on State Highway 6 into March as investment into the region’s highway infrastructure continues. These works are critical for ensuring the transport link between Blenheim and Nelson is kept safe and reliable for all road users. Work will … Read more

Release: Health leadership in disarray while Kiwis miss out

Source: New Zealand Labour Party Te Whatu Ora Chief Executive Margie Apa leaving her job four months early is another symptom of this government’s failure to deliver healthcare for New Zealanders. “Margie Apa was a team player who worked hard to build a modern health system designed to serve everyone in Aotearoa New Zealand. She … Read more

Scientists hit the water for Maaui dolphin population survey

Source: Department of Conservation Date:  07 February 2025 This research, conducted every five years, uses a proven genetic mark-recapture method to estimate the Maaui dolphin population along the west coast of the North Island. DNA samples will be collected from live, wild dolphins using a small biopsy dart, providing essential information about population size, genetic diversity, … Read more

Innovation Fund to provide improved access to digital mental health resources

Source: New Zealand Government Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey is thrilled to announce today that the Mental Health Foundation is the latest recipient of a grant from the Government’s $10 million Mental Health and Addiction Community Sector Innovation Fund.“This funding is being matched by the Mental Health Foundation to fully fund Project Wakapuāwai, an initiative … Read more