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Source: PHARMAC Under new eligibility criteria introduced on 1 September, over the next 12 months around 14,000 more people with type 2 diabetes will be able to access funded medicines empagliflozin, empagliflozin with metformin, liraglutide and dulaglutide, with the number increasing to around 31,000 people after five years. Pharmac Chief Medical Officer, Dr David Hughes,…
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is deploying six incident management specialists to Canada this week to support the country’s response to extensive wildfires. The six personnel are part of an Australasian team requested by the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre under a long-standing agreement between Canada, the United States … Read more
Source: Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi Public Service Association The PSA is criticising a new proposal handed down by the Ministry of Social Development (MSD) to cut security personnel at its service centres as irresponsible and even dangerous. After reducing the number of security guards at 20 regional MSD Service Centres earlier this year, the … Read more
Source: deVere Group August 4 2026 Stablecoins just moved to a core financial infrastructure, and most investors haven’t caught up, affirms the CEO of one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory organisations. Nigel Green of deVere Group’s comments come as Mastercard completed its acquisition of BVNK, the London-based stablecoin infrastructure firm, in a deal … Read more
Source: Flinders University An international study led by Flinders University has found a fertile area of inspiration to explain an important step in evolution – and it’s a whole lot of poop. The new study describes the ‘faecal revolution’ to explain a crucial turning point in animal and environmental evolution on Earth. In a new … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A new specialist school for students with complex needs in Gisborne will open in the next two years, the first of its kind in the region, Education Minister Erica Stanford announced today. “I’m delighted to announce that we’re building a new specialist school in Gisborne. This is the third specialist school…
Source: New Zealand Government Communities in Ōpōtiki, Porirua and on the West Coast have been selected as the first to help design how social services are delivered in their area, Social Investment Minister Nicola Willis says. Earlier this year, the Government invited communities across New Zealand to apply for Community-led Commissioning, which will give trusted…
Source: New Zealand Government A new national ID card will make it easier for disabled people with certified service dogs to access public places, businesses and public transport, Disability Issues Minister Louise Upston says. “Service dogs –‘disability assist’ dogs in legislation – are trained working dogs which support disabled people to live independently and participate…
Source: New Zealand Government A redevelopment of Auckland’s Downtown Carpark into two skyscrapers, three podium buildings, and a new laneway network has been granted Fast-track approval. This is the 28th project to be approved through the Fast-track process. Precinct Properties New Zealand Limited lodged its application in January 2026, with approval taking around five months…
Source: New Zealand Police Police are attending a serious incident in Epsom this morning. Emergency services were called to Manukau Road at around 7.05am. The public can be reassured that one person is in custody. There are cordons in place on Manukau Road between Ranfurly Road and Queen Mary Avenue. Campbell Crescent is closed to…
Source: New Zealand Government The Government will maintain existing Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) unit settings, delivering stability and certainty for the market, Climate Change Minister Simon Watts announced today. The decisions follow consultation on draft settings. “A stable ETS is key to delivering the emissions reductions required to meet our targets. These settings provide the…
Source: New Zealand Police Police are seeking the public’s help to locate Malakai, who has been reported missing from Wiri. The 6-year-old was last seen on Druces Road at around 6pm last night. He has short black hair and is missing his two front teeth. Malakai was last seen wearing a red Mickey Mouse t-shirt,…
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Source: Media Outreach Chemically defined medium removes animal serum and human platelet supplements as Malaysia and Singapore strengthen advanced therapy capabilities SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 August 2026 -Singapore is estimated to record approximately 19,290 new cancer cases in 2024, underscoring the growing demand for advanced treatment options and the manufacturing systems needed … Read more
Source: deVere Group August 4 2026 Wildfire catastrophe bonds are moving well beyond their insurance origins to become a genuine new asset class for investors’ portfolios, affirms the CEO of one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory organisations. Nigel Green of deVere Group’s comments come as issuance of catastrophe bonds carrying wildfire exposure has … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Strategic 10,400 sq. m. transformation brings 150+ fashion and lifestyle brands to Central China WUHAN, CHINA & HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 August 2026 – Heartland 66 in Wuhan, under Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) (“Hang Lung” or the “Company”), is expanding its new-generation, differentiated … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HA LONG, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 August 2026 – Vinhomes has outlined the master plan for Vinhomes Global Gate Ha Long, an integrated urban development spanning approximately 6,200 hectares beside the UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay. It is the company’s largest urban development to date, marking a shift in how … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HEFEI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 August 2026 – On August 4, the teaser video for the 2026 World Manufacturing Convention was officially released, marking the beginning of preparations for this global manufacturing event. Closely aligned with the theme “Intelligent Manufacturing, Better Future,” the teaser transforms the Convention’s logo into … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 August 2026 – For six decades, the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has been a central architect of Thailand’s economic landscape, translating national ambition into sustained industrial growth. Established in 1966, the BOI’s enduring legacy is defined by institutional foresight and policy adaptability, evolving … Read more
Source: Media Outreach The 45,000 sq ft Singapore flagship marks MORROW’s first proof point of its globally scalable model designed to make preventive healthcare accessible to the many, rather than a luxury for the few. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 August 2026 – MORROW today opens its 45,000 sq ft Singapore flagship, introducing … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 August 2026 – TikTok Shop has announced a series of new capability-building initiatives designed to strengthen Singapore’s discovery commerce ecosystem by equipping sellers and creators with the skills and opportunities needed to succeed in content-led commerce. As part of this commitment, TikTok Shop aims to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police State Highway 1 / Desert Road is closed both ways following a serious crash involving two trucks on Waihohonu Bridge. One person is seriously injured with ambulance services on scene. Motorists are advised to delay travel and conditions are icy and slippery. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre
Source: New Zealand Police Motorists are being warned of cold and wet weather which has created slippery conditions on parts of Transmission Gully this evening. Police advise if you don’t need to travel, stay at home. If you do, please drive slowly and to the conditions – allowing extra time for travel and expect slippery…
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 August 2026 –Premium European Products made its return to Malaysia for the third consecutive year at the Malaysian food and beverage trade show. This time round, Premium European Products joined the International Food & Beverage Trade Fair (MIFB) 2026, held from 15–17 July … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Businesses will soon have additional powers to detain and arrest those stealing from them with the Government’s Crimes Act overhaul scheduled to start its final reading this week, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “The economic cost of retail crime in New Zealand is in the billions. Retailers and security guards face…
Source: New Zealand Police Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash that has blocked State Highway 1 between Maromaku and Kawakawa. The two-vehicle crash was reported to Police about 4.30pm. One person is reported to have critical injuries and is being airlifted to hospital. SH1 has been closed while the Serious Crash…