Local News – Porirua’s BizFest announces two outstanding speakers

Source: Porirua City Council One of New Zealand’s most iconic athletes will be speaking at Porirua’s BizFest on 1 July, joining the founder of an international dance company who grew up in Cannons Creek. BizFest 2025: Kōpū i te pae – Light up the Horizon will take place on 1 July, a day that aims to inspire and … Read more

New Zealand’s population likely to reach 6 million before 2040 – Stats NZ media and information release: National population projections: 2024(base)–2078

New Zealand’s population likely to reach 6 million before 2040 – media release 4 June 2025 The population living in Aotearoa New Zealand is likely to grow from 5.3 million currently to eclipse 6 million by 2040, according to projections released by Stats NZ today. Two-thirds of that growth is likely to come from net international … Read more

Local News – The Wellington Water Committee welcomes new Directors to Wellington Water’s Board

Source: Hutt City Council The Wellington Water Committee is pleased to announce the appointment of three new directors to the Wellington Water Board. Wellington Water Committee Chair and Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry says the new appointments strengthen the board’s overall depth of experience. “We were looking for directors in key areas of expertise and skills … Read more

French authorities block Greenpeace ship from participating in UN Ocean Conference

Source: Greenpeace French authorities have blocked Greenpeace International’s ship Arctic Sunrise from entering the port of Nice, where the “One Ocean Science Congress” and the UN Ocean Conference are being hosted. This was retaliation against Greenpeace France, highlighting the weaknesses of the French network of Marine Protected Areas last month in the Mediterranean Sea, in an … Read more

Construction Sector – Construction cost growth flatlines as industry slowdown persists

Source: Quotable Value The latest figures from QV CostBuilder show construction costs overall have barely risen in the second quarter of 2025, amidst an ongoing downturn for the industry.  The average cost of building a standard one- or two-storey 150/230m² home in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Dunedin or Palmerston North has rose just 0.1% in the … Read more

Energy Sector – Meridian appoints new General Manager

Source: Meridian Energy 4 June 2025 – Meridian Energy has appointed Rory Blundell to the newly created role of General Manager, Strategy and Portfolio. Rory is currently Meridian’s Group Strategy Manager and starts his new position with immediate effect. Rory brings over 20 years of New Zealand electricity sector experience to his new role, having previously … Read more

First Responders – Waitangi Bridge ship fire update #2

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews have brought the fire on The Tui in Paihia under control this morning. Community Risk Manager Mitchell Brown says the fire began on the ship, which had been converted into a building on land next to the Waitangi Bridge. “Sadly, the structure is about … Read more

Banking – ASB drops mortgage rates for the seventh time this year

Source: ASB ASB has today reduced several of its fixed home lending rates by up to 20 basis points, marking the bank’s seventh fixed rate mortgage drop in 2025. ASB has also lowered some of its term deposit rates by between 5 and 20 basis points. ASB’s Executive General Manager Personal Banking Adam Boyd says … Read more

Banking – ASB Business Survey: The impact of Trump’s tariffs, according to Kiwi businesses

Source: ASB Research released today by ASB, supported by Talbot Mills Research, shows Kiwi businesses see US tariffs as more impactful than Covid-19 or the Global Financial Crisis.  More than 300 business leaders, including CEOs and founders, contributed to the study, giving their insights on President Trump’s recently announced trade policies.   Two-thirds (67%) of … Read more

Consumer NZ – The sale of a top-rated power company signals a shrinking market

Source: Consumer NZ Flick Electric has been rated New Zealand’s top power company in Consumer NZ’s latest energy retailer survey — coinciding with its sale to gentailer, Meridian. Flick Electric has been named New Zealand’s top-rated power company in Consumer NZ’s latest energy retailer survey – but the win comes with an unexpected twist.   … Read more

Education – Kilikiti bats bring Ara campuses together for Samoa Language Week

Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury Samoan kilikiti pate (cricket bats) specially hand crafted and decorated by students will be at the centre of Gagana Samoa (Samoa Language Week) celebrations at Ara Institute of Canterbury. In a first for Ara, a tournament will take place bringing together teams from across the institute to play the Pacific nation’s … Read more

Privacy Commissioner – Supermarket trial of FRT: Inquiry results announced

Source: Office of the Privacy Commissioner Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster has found that the live facial recognition technology model trialled by Foodstuffs North Island is compliant with the Privacy Act. However, his Inquiry report released today, shows that any business considering or using FRT needs to make sure it sets things up right to stay within … Read more

Government Cuts – Government guts WorkSafe – CTU

Source: New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi The Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety’s announcement today on gutting WorkSafe’s enforcement capability signals a return to a failed approach, that will weaken our health and safety system, said the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi. “A soft approach to poor health … Read more

Heritage New Zealand – New education resource on Ōtūmoetai Pā released

Source: Heritage New Zealand A new multi-media education resource highlighting the unique heritage features of Tauranga’s Ōtūmoetai Pā has been launched and is now available to check out. The learning module can be found on the LEARNZ website (see link below) and features video interviews and a wealth of historical and other information that will be … Read more

Nations’s First-of-its-Kind Endometriosis Scientific Workshop Aims to Improve the Quality of Life for Malaysian Women

Source: Media Outreach Thomson Fertility (also known as TMC Fertility) together with Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara and Monash University Australia collaborate to bring together endometriosis experts from United Kingdom and Australia. PETALING JAYA, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 June 2025 – Thomson Fertility (also known as TMC Fertility) marked a significant milestone in … Read more

Media advisory – Police Media Centre, Thursday 5 June 2025

Source: New Zealand Police The Police Media Centre will operate at reduced capacity on Thursday 5 June. Media Advisors will be available to respond to urgent queries and significant events only, during the usual hours of 6am to 9pm. Other queries may be held until the following day. We appreciate your patience and understanding. ENDS … Read more

Global Investors Eye Bangkok’s Rarest Luxury Wellness Penthouses at Award-Winning ROMM Convent

Source: Media Outreach Multi-Award Winning Development Captures International Attention with 2-Star Fitwel Certification, Asia Pacific Property Awards, and PropertyGuru Excellence Recognition BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OUtReach Newswire – 4 June 2025 – Proud Real Estate has unveiled an extraordinary investment opportunity at ROMM Convent—Bangkok’s premier wellness-integrated residence in the prestigious Sathorn-Silom CBD. The only two … Read more

ONYX Hospitality Group Secures Four Prestigious Wins at the “EXA: Employee Experience Awards 2025 Thailand”, Reinforcing Commitment to People Development

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 June 2025 – ONYX Hospitality Group, the prominent management company in Southeast Asia specialising in hotels and resorts, serviced apartments and luxury residences, has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to people development, securing four prestigious wins at the EXA: Employee Experience Awards 2025 … Read more

XTransfer Marks Strategic Expansion into the Netherlands at Money20/20 Europe

Source: Media Outreach AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 June 2025 – XTransfer, the world’s leading and China’s No.1 B2B cross-border trade payment platform, is pleased to mark its intention for strategic expansion in the Netherlands during Money20/20 Europe in Amsterdam. Representatives of XTransfer and the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency signified the intention … Read more

Guidance to develop your Investment Plan

Source: Tertiary Education Commission On this page: Resources for developing your Plan Our role at the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) is to make high-quality investment decisions that support the tertiary education system to deliver quality learning, and equip learners, employers, industry and communities for economic and social success. We provide resources to help tertiary education … Read more

Name release, fatal crash, Castlecliff

Source: New Zealand Police Police are now in the position to name the man who died following a crash on Seafront Road on 25 May. He was 25-year-old Paki Topi Rongo Whiti-ao Maaka Ngaira, from Castlecliff. Police extends our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Enquiries into the circumstances of the … Read more

Blue Cross Collaborates with GBA Healthcare Institutions to Build an End-to-End, Seamless and High-Quality Cross-Border Healthcare Ecosystem

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 June 2025 – Blue Cross (Asia Pacific) Insurance Company Limited (“Blue Cross”) is pleased to announce today a collaboration with United Family Healthcare (“UFH”), Hong Kong Integrated Oncology Centre (“HKIOC”) and HEAL Oncology under New Frontier Group, and Zhongshan Chen Xinghai Hospital of … Read more

ONYX Hospitality Group Unveils “Amari Bangsaen” – A Vibrant New Beachfront Destination

Source: Media Outreach Catering to Every Lifestyle with World-Class Service, Amari Bangsaen is Set to Create Unforgettable Vacation Moments BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 June 2025 – ONYX Hospitality Group, a leading hospitality management company in Southeast Asia with a diverse portfolio of hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, and luxury residences, continues to … Read more

Mossburn Five Rivers Road, near Diack Road, closed

Source: New Zealand Police Mossburn Five Rivers Road, near Diack Road, is currently closed following a bus crash earlier this afternoon. The bus was carrying 17 passengers, including the driver, when it crashed about 3.45pm. Some passengers have sustained minor to moderate injuries. The road will remain closed while recovery crews work to move the … Read more

Name release: Tokoroa homicide

Source: New Zealand Police Police can now release the name of the man who died after sustaining serious injuries in Tokoroa on 27 May. He was 30-year-old Rapana (Raaps) Tukuru Tahana-Heretini, of Tokoroa. Police are still seeking any information from witnesses, including CCTV footage from Abercorn Place at around 4:15am on Tuesday 27 May. If … Read more

Discharge to waterway, Saltwater Creek

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Latest update from us and Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand. After the investigation into the impact of the spill on shellfish, gathering in Saltwater Creek and the Ashley/Rakahuri estuary can now resume. All warning signs will be removed. Canterbury Medical Officer of Health, Dr Matthew Reid, said the risk … Read more

Techcombank Expands Overseas Talent Roadshow 2025 to Europe Following U.S. Success

Source: Media Outreach HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 June 2025 – After a successful launch in Los Angeles, Techcombank and ecosystem—One Mount and Masterise Group—are bringing the Overseas Talent Roadshow 2025 to Europe, with the next stop set for Paris on July 4–5. The Overseas Talent Roadshow attracted nearly … Read more