Heading out of town for Auckland Anniversary weekend? Plan ahead

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency With a mixed bag of weather forecast for Auckland and Northland this Auckland Anniversary weekend NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is encouraging people to plan ahead to get the most out of their holiday weekends. NZTA has updated its Holiday Journeys interactive travel planner for Auckland Anniversary weekend. The … Read more

Economy – Interim Financial Statements of the Government of New Zealand for the five months ended 30 November 2024

Source: The Treasury The interim Financial Statements of the Government of New Zealand for the five months ended 30 November 2024 were released by the Treasury today. The November results are reported against forecasts based on the Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update 2024 (HYEFU 2024), published on 17 December 2024, and the results for the … Read more

Economy – NZ Treasury – New paper on how the tax and transfer system affects financial incentives to work

Source: The Treasury This Analytical Note examines how New Zealand’s tax and transfer system affects financial incentives to work, using Effective Marginal Tax Rates (EMTRs) as the main measure. EMTRs show how much of each additional dollar earned is lost through taxes and benefit reductions. High EMTRs are an unavoidable feature of any targeted welfare system … Read more

One lands in court following string of driving mishaps

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) The driver of a stolen vehicle who allegedly ran a red light and fled from Police will front court today. At about 2.20am, officers observed a Toyota Hilux Surf travelling at speed on Ronwood Avenue, Manukau, where it allegedly failed to stop at a red light. Counties Manukau South … Read more

Work to repair and restore our Hawke’s Bay’s state highway network back in full swing

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency If you’re travelling the Hawke’s Bay state highway network, you can expect to see a renewed level of activity from NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi and Transport Rebuild East Coast crews for 2025. Crews are back at work repairing and renewing state highways to ensure more efficient travel and safer, … Read more

SH27 Waharoa road reseal early February

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Smoother journeys are coming for motorists through Waharoa, with resealing works getting underway in early February for essential maintenance of State Highway 27 (SH27). NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) Waikato System Manager, Andy Oakley, says the section of state highway outside the Matamata Aero Club needs attention. ”We’re completing … Read more

NZ-AU: EarlyBirds CEO to Speak at Avalon 2025: Horizon Scanning for Aerospace Innovation

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) San Francisco, Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — San Francisco, California – EarlyBirds, a leading global open innovation ecosystem, is proud to announce that its Cofounder and CEO, Kris Poria, will be speaking at Avalon 2025 – The Australian International Airshow, the premier aviation, aerospace, and defense event in the Southern Hemisphere. … Read more

Yeebo Declares a Special Dividend of HKD1.8 per Share

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – Yeebo (International Holdings) Limited (“Yeebo” or the “Company”, stock code: 259, which together with its subsidiaries is referred to as the “Group”) announced that the board of directors of the Company (the “Board”) resolved to declare a special dividend of … Read more

Aon Forecasts 11.1 Percent Increase in Employee Medical Plan Costs for Businesses in Asia Pacific

Source: Media Outreach -Medical trend rates in the APAC region rank second-highest globally, according to report SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, has released its 2025 Global Medical Trend Rates Report. The report forecasts a projected 11.1 percent rise in the … Read more

V-GREEN and eTreego sign MoU to develop 100,000 VinFast charging portals in Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam

Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – V-GREEN has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with eTreego, a Taiwanese green energy company, to significantly expand VinFast electric vehicle charging station infrastructure. This partnership aims to install 100,000 charging portals in VinFast’s three key Southeast Asian markets, Indonesia, the … Read more

‘It is the U.S. vs the rest’. Global broker’s Octa view on U.S. exceptionalism

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – The U.S. dollar has been appreciating almost relentlessly since the end of September. In just three and a half months, the Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the greenback relative to a basket of six major foreign currencies, … Read more

Hong Kong’s Premier International Intercollegiate Tech Event “Hong Kong Techathon+ 2025” Uniting Over 1,800 Global Tech Talent From Leading Local and Overseas Institutions

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – The annual flagship event in the innovation and technology (I&T) sector, the Hong Kong Techathon+ 2025, co-organised by the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and local higher education institutions, has successfully concluded on 19 January. This year’s … Read more

CPA Australia calls on Hong Kong government to increase revenue and reduce expenditure

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – With CPA Australia estimating a fiscal deficit of HK$96.1 billion for 2024-25 and fiscal reserves of HK$638.5 billion, today, we submitted recommendations for the government to consider including in Budget 2025-26, with the major focus areas being tackling the deficit … Read more

Airport City Blueprint Presented to Business Community with New Brand “SKYTOPIA”

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) presented the Airport City blueprint to the business community at a major event today as the new brand of the development, “SKYTOPIA”, was unveiled. Airport City Blueprint Presented to Business Community with New Brand “SKYTOPIA” … Read more

Yuan Zhong Siu Launches New Products, Unlocking Good Luck this Chinese New Year

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – As 2025 approaches, Yuan Zhong Siu introduces its latest product collection, combining traditional wisdom with modern solutions. Featuring the 2025 Zodiac Bracelets and Tai Sui Safety Talismans, these products are thoughtfully designed to align with the year’s zodiac forecast, helping individuals enhance … Read more

Name release: Fatal crash, Karaka

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now release the name of the person who died following a crash on Blackbridge Road, Karaka on 4 January. He was 2-year-old Zion Barbarich from Pukekohe. Police extend our condolences to the family and loved ones of those involved. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are … Read more

4 KiwiSaver Hacks to Start 2025 on Track

Source: Press Release Service More than 3 million* New Zealanders currently have a KiwiSaver account, and making small tweaks has the potential to make a big difference to Kiwis’ finances. We’ve picked our top 4 KiwiSaver hacks to help Kiwis maximise their savings in 2025 and beyond. 1. The right fund can kick KiwiSaver savings … Read more

Mr Kool Introduces Dedicated Car Aircon Solution For EVs & Hybrids

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – Mr Kool, a premier destination for car air conditioner service, is proud to introduce the K11HV+ AC Flushing Station, a cutting-edge solution designed to optimise air conditioning performance in electric and hybrid vehicles. The system exclusively uses polyolester (POE) oil, known for … Read more

Cold Chain Refrigeration Expands to Include CO2-Based Refrigeration Systems

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – Cold Chain Refrigeration Pte Ltd, a prominent company in the cold room refrigeration industry, is excited to announce its expansion into advanced, energy-efficient cold room solutions using CO2-based refrigeration systems. This development reflects the company’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and energy efficiency. … Read more

Make the most of Auckland this Anniversary Weekend

Source: Auckland Council Hanging around Tāmaki Makaurau for the long weekend? Celebrate Auckland’s birthday and make the most of our first long weekend of the year with these free, family-friendly activities.  Whether you’re up for some live music and delicious kai, a dazzling light show, an exciting street performance in the city centre or setting … Read more

Fire Safety – Restricted fire season for Dunedin and Clutha

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a restricted fire season for the Dunedin and Clutha areas, from 8am Thursday 23 January, until further notice. A restricted fire season means anyone who wants to light an outdoor fire will need a fire permit authorised by Fire and Emergency, which can … Read more

Bigo Live’s Global Community Marks a Year of Influence at Annual Gala

Source: Media Outreach With over 1,000 guests in attendance, this year’s gala underscores the company’s commitment to promoting creativity and innovation, providing content creators and viewers with a diverse and enriching experience. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – Bigo Live, a leading global social live-streaming platform, is excited to announce the … Read more

Fatal crash: Milford Clandeboye Road, Temuka

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on Milford Clandeboye Road, near Temuka this afternoon. The two-vehicle crash was reported to Police at 12:40pm. A second person was transported to hospital with critical injuries. The road is currently closed while the Serious Crash Unit conduct a … Read more

Learn Smart Education launch AI System to Enhance Teaching and Learning Efficiency

Source: Media Outreach Elite, Regular, and Foundation Programs Available – Top Tutors Help Students Reach Their Full Potential HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – The Learn Smart Education (LSE) team, which came together during the pandemic in 2021, started with only a handful of teachers but has persevered through … Read more

Search warrants executed in connection to Ngāruawāhia homicide

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Acting Detective Inspector Andrew Saunders: Police investigating the death of Turipapa Tukere in Ngāruawāhia have executed search warrants across Christchurch today. About 1:30pm on Friday 27 December, Police received reports of a group of people fighting on Waipa Esplanade, near the intersection of Newton Street. Some time … Read more

SH50 south of Hastings closed following crash

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 22 January 2025 2:10 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi State Highway 50 between Tikokino and Maraekakaho is currently closed following a truck crash this afternoon. The crash happened near the intersection with Gwavas Road and has blocked both lanes. Emergency services are currently on site. A detour is … Read more

More state highway summer maintenance in Marlborough.

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency State Highway summer maintenance work continues to move at pace in Marlborough with work planned for State Highway 1 south of Seddon. Contractors will be on-site near Taimate from Monday, 27 January, to Sunday, 9 February, 7 am to 6 pm, carrying out area wide pavement treatment (AWPT) on a … Read more