INVESTMENT SUMMIT: Tax change for incoming talent to boost growth

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is proposing changes to tax rules which will contribute to encouraging investment in New Zealand, Revenue Minister Simon Watts says.“We want New Zealand to be a country that attracts and welcomes the sort of talented people who will help grow our economy. “When we attract Kiwis home or bring in … Read more

Police acknowledge sentencing on charges of grooming for sexual conduct

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant Carey Priest: Police acknowledge the sentencing handed down to Jason Shepherd in October 2024, who until recently had name suppression. Shepherd was sentenced to 10 and a half month’s home detention after pleading guilty to charges of grooming for sexual conduct with a young person … Read more

Man charged with murder in Hokowhitu homicide

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Dave Thompson: A man is due in court today in Palmerston North charged with murder following an incident in the city yesterday. Police were called to a Te Awe Awe Street address in Hokowhitu just after 8am on 11 March, where they located a … Read more

Just six Government MPs needed to pass Unlawful Occupation of Palestine Sanctions Bill

Source: Green Party With Labour and Te Pāti Māori’s official support, Opposition parties are officially aligned to progress Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick’s Member’s Bill to sanction Israel for its unlawful presence in Palestine. “All we need now is just six Government MPs. If six MPs from National, NZ First or ACT use their conscience, … Read more

From global fame to local success: Pūteketeke colony flourishes

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 12 Mar 2025 At the heart of the Mackenzie lakes district, a huge nesting colony of an internationally-famous bird — the pūteketeke/crested grebe — is a great indicator of community action and how nature can respond positively when we care for our lakes. One of the most encouraging examples … Read more

Media are invited to the 382 Hon Anne Tolley Police recruit wing graduation

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) What:     Graduation of the New Zealand Police Hon Anne Tolley 382 Recruit Wing.Who:      For families and friends to celebrate with the newly attested police officers.Why:      Graduation after completion of their initial training course at the RNZPC.Where:  Te Rauparaha Arena, 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua.When:   Thursday … Read more

Stats NZ information release: Electronic card transactions: February 2025

Source: Statistics New Zealand Electronic card transactions: February 2025 – 12 March 2025 – The electronic card transactions (ECT) series cover debit, credit, and charge card transactions with New Zealand-based merchants. The series can be used to indicate changes in consumer spending and economic activity. Key factsAll figures are seasonally adjusted unless otherwise specified. Values … Read more

Stats NZ information release: Ethnicity, culture, and identity: 2023 Census

Source: Statistics New Zealand Ethnicity, culture, and identity: 2023 Census – 12 March 2025 – Ethnicity, culture, and identity: 2023 Census provides 18 new Aotearoa Data Explorer tables relating to ethnicity, birthplace, languages spoken, and religious affiliation. These are combined with age, gender, occupation, and total personal income, and grouped by geographic area and census year. … Read more

Stats NZ information release: New Zealand index of socioeconomic deprivation: 2023 Census

Source: Statistics New Zealand New Zealand index of socioeconomic deprivation: 2023 Census – 12 March 2025 – New Zealand index of socioeconomic deprivation: 2023 Census provides 18 new Aotearoa Data Explorer tables on the 2023 New Zealand index of socioeconomic deprivation (NZDep2023). NZDep2023 is a small area measure of socioeconomic deprivation. It is created by the … Read more

Speech at FinTechNZ Hui Taumata 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Tēnā koutou katoa.Good morning and thank you to FintechNZ for having me here today.Thank you especially to executive director Jason Roberts, and for putting together such fabulous event.It is wonderful to be speaking to such a large audience. I am told there are nearly 400 attendees today, which speaks to the … Read more

Going For Growth: new procurement rules

Source: New Zealand Government The Government is proposing changes to procurement rules to make it easier for New Zealand businesses to win government contracts that are collectively worth more than $50 billion a year, Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis says.“The changes include introducing a new economic benefit test and scrapping 24 rules that put unnecessary … Read more

New gas well example of potential in mature fields

Source: New Zealand Government A new production well in the Pohokura gas-condensate field is a technical feat and demonstrates the potential for further development of mature fields, Resources Minister Shane Jones says. Mr Jones visited the Pohokura Production Station in Taranaki this morning to see the new gas well turned on. The Pohokura Onshore Well … Read more

Explore the seafloor: new interactive maps to be launched in Akaroa

Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council The maps are the result of extensive fieldwork and modelling, and will help rūnanga, communities and agencies make more informed decisions about ecosystem management. Our chief scientist, Dr Fiona Shanhun, said that this resource represents a significant collaborative effort to help enhance the way we look after coastal marine ecosystems, … Read more

Who’s the Moth to Beat?

Source: Auckland Council Howick are you ready for another outstanding year for the Pest Free Howick Ward (PFHW) Moth Plant Pod Competition 2025! But wait, there’s more…things are a bit different this year. The run down There are now THREE exciting categories: Early Childhood Education (ECE), Whole School (Primary, Intermediate, and Secondary), and Open. The … Read more

Universities – Billion-dollar business lessons from a Kiwi entrepreneur – UoA

Source: University of Auckland (UoA) An entrepreneur at the helm of a billion-dollar business is bringing his hard-earned knowledge back to the Business School. Big news for budding business students: Jamie Beaton, the youngest New Zealander to build a billion-dollar company, is returning to where it all started at the country’s top-ranked tertiary institution, the … Read more

Unlocking economic growth through science

Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti announced that New Zealand will see the benefits of the science reforms in 2025. “We are moving quickly on changes to New Zealand’s science and innovation system which will maximise the value of government funding and drive economic growth,” says Dr Reti.  “To … Read more

Clarifying Corrections’ management of EM bail

Source: New Zealand Government Legislation that ensures Corrections can continue to manage those on electronic monitoring bail efficiently and effectively has passed through Parliament today, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says.“Since 2013, the courts have generally authorised Corrections to approve requests for defendants to leave their address for specified purposes, like doctors’ visits.“Corrections has a safe … Read more

First new air ambulance helicopter in service

Source: New Zealand Government The first brand new helicopter of nine upgraded air ambulance helicopters that will operate around the country is now in service for people across Waikato, Coromandel and the King Country, Associate Health Minister Hon Casey Costello and ACC Minister Scott Simpson announced today.“It is fantastic news that this helicopter will support … Read more

Have you seen Hugo? Police issue appeal for missing teenager

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Wellington Police have concerns for the wellbeing of a 17-year-old Wellington teenager, Hugo, and are appealing for information to assist in locating him after he has been reported missing. He was seen last night in the Johnson Hill Scenic Reserve, Karori, wearing a black puffer jacket, jeans and Oakley … Read more

Op Curly: Police presence around Marokopa

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Andy Saunders: Police will be present in the wider Marokopa area over the next few days as we continue making inquiries into the whereabouts of Tom Phillips and his three children. Officers will be conducting inquiries north of Marokopa, in and around Te Waitere … Read more

HKSTP Launches GreenTech Hub Solidifying Hong Kong as an International Leading Green Technology and Finance Hub

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 March 2025 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) today announced the strategic development of InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong as the leading green technology hub – “GreenTech Hub”. This initiative brings together more than 200 green technology companies in the ecosystem … Read more

StarWorld Hotel and Galaxy Macau™ Triumph on the 2025 ‘100 TOP TABLES’ by the South China Morning Post with Six Restaurants on The List

Source: Media Outreach Sushi Kissho by Miyakawa and Teppanyaki Shou Make Dazzling Debuts on the SCMP’s Best of the Best Annual List MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 March 2025 – The South China Morning Post recently announced its 100 Top Tables guide for 2025, a definitive list recognizing the most exceptional dining … Read more

Apex Signages Unveils Cutting-Edge Transparent LED Panels

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 March 2025 – Apex Signages, a provider of signage solutions in Singapore, has announced the launch of its latest innovation: transparent light-emitting diode (LED) panels. These state-of-the-art display solutions combine striking visuals with seamless transparency, making them ideal for applications in retail, hospitality, and corporate … Read more

HEIDELBERG Celebrates 175 Years of Excellence

Source: Media Outreach From bell foundry to global player In its anniversary year, HEIDELBERG heads into the future with a clear growth strategy Speedmaster series perpetuates success story started by legendary “Original Heidelberger Tiegel” – the 1921 springboard to a world-leading position Milestones in the history of HEIDELBERG HEIDELBERG, GERMANY – Newsaktuell – 11 March … Read more

VinFast and BNI sign comprehensive strategic partnership to accelerate green transition and sustainable growth

Source: Media Outreach JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 March 2025 –VinFast and PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during the Vietnam-Indonesia High-Level Business Dialogue, themed “Vietnam-Indonesia: Partnership for Progress and Prosperity.” The signing ceremony took place in the presence of To Lam, General Secretary of … Read more

YouBiz and TikTok for Business Launch Partnership to Fuel E-commerce Growth in Singapore with Enhanced Financial and Marketing Solutions

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 11 March 2025 – YouBiz, the leading multi-currency corporate card and spend management platform for businesses by YouTrip, and TikTok for Business, world’s leading destination for short-form mobile videos, announced a strategic partnership to empower Singapore e-commerce businesses by providing enhanced support for their advertising and … Read more

Update over appeal into Raglan aggravated robbery

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Raglan Police continue to make enquiries into an aggravated robbery on Bow Street. At around 2am on Friday 28 February, Police were notified of the incident. The driver previously sought by Police has been identified and is now speaking with Police. There is nothing to suggest any connection between … Read more