Five years on since New Zealand’s first COVID-19 lockdown

Source: New Zealand Government Today marks the fifth anniversary of the first COVID-19 lockdown for New Zealand. The country remained at alert level 4 until 27 April 2020. New Zealand experienced further lockdowns in 2021, with Auckland and Northland remaining in lockdown for longer than other parts of New Zealand.“I know that many New Zealanders are … Read more

INVESTOR SUMMIT SPEECH

Source: New Zealand Government Ka nui te mihi kia kotou, kia ora, and good morning everyone. To those of you visiting us from overseas, can I extend a very special welcome to each and every one of you. Welcome to New Zealand, welcome to the best country on planet Earth, and welcome to our stunning Auckland waterfront. And … Read more

Charges laid over Symonds Street crash, investigation continuing

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police are continuing to investigate a crash on Symonds Steet in central Auckland on Monday afternoon. Auckland City Road Policing Manager acting Inspector Scott Jones says five pedestrians were injured in the crash, two of which were treated at the scene. “One man remains in a serious but stable … Read more

Have you seen Ian?

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police is seeking information on the whereabouts of Ian Wiki, who has been reported missing in the Takanini area. The 56-year-old was reported missing on Monday. Ian was last seen at his home address in Conifer Grove on Wednesday 19 March. Police and Ian’s family are concerned for his … Read more

Jian’ge County in Guangyuan Hosts Handover Ceremony for Over 12,000 Ancient and Famous Trees

Source: Media Outreach GUANGYUAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – On March 12, marking the 47th Arbor Day of China, the “Shu Road Cuiyun Corridor Ancient Cypress Conservation Handover Ceremony” was held in Jian’ge County, Guangyuan City, Sichuan Province. More than a hundred town and township cadres, forest rangers and villagers … Read more

Exceptional Partnership: Princess Madeleine and Weleda Launch New Skincare Brand, minLen

Source: Media Outreach The first natural, responsible multi-generational skincare brand in Europe Princess Madeleine: “Weleda is the ideal partner for developing products that nurture and protect children’s natural skin barrier. As a mother, I am mindful about the skincare products my family uses, making minLen a deeply personal project for me.” Weleda CEO Tina Müller: … Read more

Cathay expands lifestyle offerings in Southeast Asia with Mitsui Mall Group partnership in Malaysia

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – Premium travel lifestyle brand Cathay is strengthening its lifestyle presence in Southeast Asia through an exciting new partnership with Mitsui Mall Group in Kuala Lumpur. This collaboration opens up new ways for Cathay members to earn Asia Miles while shopping … Read more

The United Laboratories and Novo Nordisk announce exclusive license agreement for UBT251, a GLP-1/GIP/glucagon triple receptor agonist

Source: Media Outreach GUANGDONG, CHINA AND BAGSVÆRD, DENMARK – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – The United Laboratories International Holdings Limited (TUL) and Novo Nordisk A/S (Novo Nordisk) today announced that Novo Nordisk and TUL’s wholly-owned subsidiary The United Bio-Technology (Hengqin) Co., Ltd. (United Biotechnology), have entered into an exclusive license agreement for … Read more

Contractor Sentiment Generally Positive as the Worst of Price Pressures Ease, According to Office Fit Out Vendors Across Asia Pacific

Source: Media Outreach Six Greater China cities are ranked in the top 20 most expensive office fit out markets in Asia Pacific Hong Kong moves up four places to rank as fifth most expensive fit out market in Asia Pacific, remains most costly in Greater China HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 … Read more

SonicWall Partner Focus Drives Key Business Momentum in Transformational Year

Source: Media Outreach SonicWall’s Wide-ranging Platform of Cybersecurity Solutions and Growth with Managed Security Services Providers (MSSPs) Underpin Portfolio and Business Transformation SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – SonicWall today announced continued business momentum powered by its relentless focus on partners, strategic partnerships and innovation across its portfolio. In addition to … Read more

Lenovo Hybrid AI Advantage with NVIDIA Boosts Business Productivity and Efficiency with New Scalable Agentic AI Solutions

Source: Media Outreach New Lenovo agentic AI and hybrid AI factory platforms include NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra support and usher in the new age of AI reasoning through faster deployment of customized AI agents Integrated use cases have been tested, proven and scaled at Lenovo – automating content creation up to 8x faster, enhancing customer service … Read more

CTF Life Introduces “GBA MediAccess” Outpatient Insurance Plan

Source: Media Outreach Leverages CTF Group’s Diverse Conglomerate to Address Medical Needs of Families in the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macau Greater Bay Area Offers Market-first Family Coverage for Three Members, Providing One-stop Chinese and Western Medical Treatments, Dental Services Along with Health Management Value-Added Services HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Neswire – 24 March 2025 – … Read more

Hang Lung Leads Industry Dialogue on Net Zero Transition with Groundbreaking Discussion Paper

Source: Media Outreach Hang Lung presents an innovative in-depth analysis of its potential journey to net zero as a model for the real estate sector, calling for greater transparency and improved benchmarks to drive real estate decarbonization HONG KONG SAR & SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OuReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – Hang Lung Properties … Read more

AI INFRINGEMENT ALERT – NZ Authors books scraped in LibGEN dataset

Source: New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi o Aotearoa (PEN NZ) NZ Authors books scraped in LibGEN dataset – NZSA condemns authors intellectual property theft March 24, 2025 – Over the weekend, The Atlantic published a search tool that allows authors around the world to check if their works have been used in LibGen, an … Read more

Fitness First is ready to feature Asia’s Biggest Group Fitness Festival Returns! TUFF 2025

Source: Media Outreach Set to Take Over ICONSIAM Mall, Get Ready for the Ultimate Group Workout Experience – Tickets Available March 24, at Eventpop BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – The Ultimate Fitness Force 2025 (TUFF 2025), Asia’s largest group fitness festival, is coming to TRUE ICON HALL, ICONSIAM, on … Read more

ITE Singapore collaborates with Dell Technologies to enable AI adoption through launch of Hybrid Cloud VDI Centre

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) and the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a hybrid cloud Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Centre at ITE aimed at enhancing digital skills development and accelerating AI adoption for small … Read more

New Prudential Wealth Suite caters to growing high net worth segment

Source: Media Outreach Number of Prudential Private Client Advisors serving HNW individuals rose six-fold since 2018 to meet increased demand for specialised wealth advisory services SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – Prudential Singapore (“Prudential”) has launched the Prudential Wealth Suite (“Wealth Suite”). It is an exclusive space for the life insurer’s … Read more

American Express and Singapore Airlines Enhance Business Card with New Exclusive Benefits for SMEs

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – American Express and Singapore Airlines today announced the introduction of new benefits to the American Express Singapore Airlines Business Credit Card, designed to provide greater travel rewards and enhanced redemption options for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The enhancements include a higher … Read more

Live Local+ @CCF 2025: Positive Education Seminar Successfully Held at Cyberport

Source: Media Outreach Cyberport, Negawatt, and Our Hong Kong Foundation Join Forces to Promote Positive Education and Sustainable Development HONG KONG SAR – Media OuReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – Cyberport, Negawatt Utility Limited (Negawatt), and Our Hong Kong Foundation are delighted to announce that the “Live Local+ @CCF 2025: Positive Education Symposium” was … Read more

Business and Politics – RMA reforms will help drive economic development, says EMA

Source: EMA The Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA) strongly supports the government’s direction of travel around the two new acts for reforming New Zealand’s resource management laws. The current Resource Management Act (RMA) is highly complex and frustrating, says EMA Head of Advocacy Alan McDonald. “It has been too difficult to build the infrastructure and houses … Read more

Road Closed, SH1, Taihape

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway One is closed following a serious crash this evening. Emergency services were alerted to the single vehicle crash near Spooners Hill Road at around 4.40pm. Two people are reported to have injuries. The road is closed while emergency services are at the scene and diversions are in … Read more

New planning laws to end the culture of ‘no’

Source: New Zealand Government The Government’s new planning legislation to replace the Resource Management Act will make it easier to get things done while protecting the environment, say Minister Responsible for RMA Reform Chris Bishop and Under-Secretary Simon Court. “The RMA is broken and everyone knows it. It makes it too hard to build the … Read more

Man in custody following threats made, Sydenham

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Superintendent Lane Todd, Canterbury Metro Area Commander: One man has been taken into custody without incident in Sydenham after making threats earlier this afternoon. The address will now be cleared as a precaution to ensure there is no ongoing risk to the public before cordons are … Read more

This might be the most important thing the Government does

Source: ACT Party Welcoming Cabinet’s agreement on the shape of laws to replace the Resource Management Act, ACT Leader David Seymour says: “Ditching the RMA and passing new laws centred on property rights might be the most important thing the Government does. “Why can’t young New Zealanders afford homes? Why are power bills so high? … Read more

Name release: South Wairarapa homicide

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now release the name of the man who died after being shot in Featherston on Saturday 22 March. He was 23-year-old Doreion Peri Ropata Hard, from Masterton. Two men, aged 23 and 25, appeared in the Wellington District Court today, charged with murder. They will next appear … Read more

Leading APAC Flexible Workspace The Work Project to Open First UK Location

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – The Work Project (TWP), the global luxury workspace provider, has marked its entry into the UK market with its first location to open at prime office tower, One Leadenhall, in the centre of the City of London. Leading APAC Flexible Workspace The … Read more

Stage One, almost done – The Strand Optimisation Project

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Stage One of The Strand Optimisation Project is nearing completion, with an upcoming four-night closure planned between Quay Street/ Tamaki Drive and Beach Road. The closure will take place between 9pm and 5am from Sunday 30 March to Thursday 3 April, and will allow crews to complete road resurfacing and … Read more