Fire Safety – Easing of fire restrictions for Hawke’s Bay

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire restrictions in Hawke’s Bay have been eased on Tuesday following recent wet weather. The fire danger has decreased in the area, with Fire and Emergency New Zealand District Manager Glen Varcoe revoking prohibited and restricted fire seasons in some areas until further notice. The changes are as follows: – … Read more

Consumer NZ launches guide to buying second-hand appliances: helping New Zealanders save money and shop sustainably

Source: Consumer NZ As more New Zealanders turn to secondhand markets to tackle rising living costs and contribute to environmental sustainability, Consumer’s guide provides essential tips to navigate the secondhand market with confidence. Recent Consumer data reveals that 87% of New Zealanders have bought secondhand items in the last 6 months, up from 76% just … Read more

Top baby names for 2024

Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden is pleased to announce the annual list of New Zealand’s most popular baby names for 2024. “For the second consecutive year, Noah has claimed the top spot for boys with 250 babies sharing the name, while Isla has returned to the most popular girls’ … Read more

Appeal for information: East Tāmaki homicide

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Acting Detective Inspector Veronica McPherson, Counties Manukau CIB: Police investigating the death of a child which occurred in East Tāmaki on Sunday evening are appealing to the public. A 37-year-old male appeared before the Manukau District Court on Monday morning charged with murder. Police are not seeking … Read more

Serious crash, State Highway 1, Pairere

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A serious two-vehicle crash has shut State Highway 1 at Pairere in South Waikato this morning. Emergency services were alerted to the crash, about 5.30am. Five people are reported to have serious injuries State Highway 1 is blocked between Horahora Road and Paparamu Road and traffic management is being … Read more

Ye Xiu Joins Global Fans in Singapore to Ring in New Year’s Eve, Yuewen Music Festival Pioneers Novel IP Experiences and Scenarios

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – As the clock ticked down the last few hours of 2024, Sentosa Beach in Singapore came alive with excitement. When the voice of Ye Xiu, the beloved character from The King’s Avatar, echoed across the sandy shores, cheers erupted from the crowd. … Read more

NZ-AU: IREN December 2024 Monthly Update

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) SYDNEY, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — IREN Limited (NASDAQ: IREN) (together with its subsidiaries, “IREN” or “the Company”), today published its monthly update for December 2024. December Highlights Bitcoin Mining AI / HPC 3,984 Bitcoin mined in 2024 529 Bitcoin mined in Dec $40m hardware profit in Dec1 50 EH/s on-track … Read more

Embrace New Year with Good Luck at Galaxy Macau

Source: Media Outreach A Ultimate Destination for Festive Activities to Ring in a Joyful and Prosperous Year with Family and Friends MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – As the twelfth lunar month arrives, festive aromas fill the air, marking the approach of the Lunar New Year—China’s most significant traditional festival, … Read more

Top 25 Best Places to Work in Europe for 2024 revealed

Source: Media Outreach LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – The Best Places to Work organization is proud to announce the Top 25 Best Places to Work in Europe for 2024, recognizing the most outstanding employers who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to fostering positive, inclusive, and innovative work environments. Leading … Read more

Exploring the Power of Journeys: TESSAN and Rachael Yamagata Premiere Exclusive Documentary

Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – TESSAN, a global leader in travel charging solutions, has officially announced its collaboration with renowned American singer-songwriter Rachael Yamagata. As part of this collaboration, TESSAN has premiered an exclusive documentary on YouTube, offering an intimate look at Rachael’s artistic journey … Read more

China’s First RV Stock is Here. New Gonow, the Pioneer of “Mobile Homes,” is Set to Go Public

Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – In today’s era of diversity, freedom, and a pursuit of high-quality living, recreational vehicles (RVs) have become the preferred choice for many seeking to explore the world and enjoy life. As a pioneer in creating the “mobile home” experience, New Gonow … Read more

Serious crash Appleby highway, SH60 Tasman District

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency 7 January 2025 4:59 pm | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi A serous crash involving two vehicles on SH60 near Redwood Road, Appleby Highway, has closed the highway mid this afternoon. This will affect anyone travelling between Golden Bay or Motueka/Kaiteriteri and Richmond/Nelson today, or Mapua and Ruby Bay. Police … Read more

Postponement of SH2 Masterton to Carterton resurfacing due to cold temperatures

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Resurfacing works planned for the week starting Sunday, 12 January on SH2 between Masterton and Carterton have been postponed due to the unusually cold temperatures we have been experiencing. Works will be planned as soon as ground temperatures allow us to complete the surface work without compromising quality,” says Roxanne … Read more

MIPIM Asia Summit 2024 Concludes in Hong Kong with Strategic Insights and Celebrated Prestigious Achievements in Real Estate

Source: Media Outreach Over 300 industry leaders convene in Hong Kong to explore the future of Asian property markets HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – The MIPIM Asia Summit concluded its 18th edition on December 4th, bringing together over 400 international delegates at the Grand Hyatt, Hong Kong. As … Read more

Funeral for Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming confirmed

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Beloved police officer, Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming will be farewelled with a special funeral service to be held at 1pm on Thursday 16 January at the Trafalgar Centre in Nelson. With the blessing of her family the funeral service for Senior Sergeant Fleming will be conducted with full Police … Read more

Arrests made following petrol station robbery

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A raft of Police resources has rounded up five people believed to have robbed a Karaka service station early this morning. At about 5.30am, Police were called after five masked people with various weapons (not firearms) entered the petrol station on Harbourside Drive. Detective Inspector Karen Bright, of Counties … Read more

Capture.HK Achieves Milestone of 1 Million Family Photos Digitised in 2024

Source: Media Outreach Launches First Capture Media Factory to Support 670% Growth in Hong Kong in October HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – CaptureTM Hong Kong, the leading analogue media digitisation provider, proudly announces a significant milestone — digitising over 1 million family photos in 2024. To support this … Read more

Serious crash, Coastal Highway, Appleby

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are at the scene of a serious two-vehicle crash on the Coastal Highway, Appleby, between Maisey and Redwood Roads. Police were called about 3.15pm. Initial indications suggest there have been serious injuries. The road is closed, with diversions in place. Motorists are asked to avoid the area, … Read more

Summer maintenance crews grateful for support from motorists in Auckland

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi would like to thank everyone who travelled on the Auckland motorway network over the summer break for their patience while critical maintenance work was carried out on State Highway 1. To minimise disruption to road users, NZTA took advantage of lower traffic volumes during the … Read more

Name release: Fatal crash, SH1, Mangaweka

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now confirm the names of the two people who died following a two-vehicle crash in Mangaweka, on Sunday 29 December 2024. They were 2-year-old Agambir Singh Dhanju, and 38-year-old Sumeet Sumeet both of Auckland. Police extend our condolences to the family and loved ones of those involved. … Read more

Arrests made following overnight incidents in Raglan

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Inspector Andrea McBeth, Hamilton City Area Commander: Seven young people have been arrested following incidents including antisocial road-user behaviour, attempted theft and a car fire in Raglan last night.  At around 2:50am, Police responded to reports of a vehicle – believed to be stolen – doing burnouts … Read more

Fire Safety – Prohibited fire season revoked in Wairarapa

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is revoking the prohibited fire season put in place in Wairarapa last month, which banned outdoor fires in the area. From 8am Wednesday 8 January, the southern coastal area, including Aorangi Forest Park and the eastern coast up to Pahaoa, will be in a restricted … Read more

Zuellig Pharma acquires Propan from ADP Pharma Corporation in the Philippines

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 January 2025 – Zuellig Pharma, a leading healthcare solutions company in Asia, has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Propan, a market leading brand in the multivitamin-appetite stimulant segment, from ADP Pharma Corporation. Propan is an established and trusted brand in the Philippines. … Read more

Name release: Fatal Havelock North crash

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now name the person who died in a crash on Foster Lane in Havelock North on 2 January. He was Wade William Crosbie, aged 19, from Hastings. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Two people seriously injured in the crash remain in hospital recovering from … Read more

State Highway 1 Weld Pass night-works planned for late January

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency State Highway 1 Weld Pass will be the first big resurfacing job in Marlborough in the New Year as the state highway summer maintenance season continues in the top of the South Island. Night works are planned for Weld Pass from Wednesday, 29 January to Thursday, 13 February. Work will … Read more

Tech – Samsung Expands ‘AI for All’ Vision at CES 2025 to Bring AI Everyday, Everywhere

Source: Samsung Company outlines refreshed strategy using Home AI to elevate user experiences at home and beyond AUCKLAND, New Zealand – Jan. 7, 2025 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today unveiled its new “AI for All” vision at CES® 2025 in Las Vegas, with the focus of making AI an “Everyday, Everywhere” experience. Building on … Read more

Fire Safety – Canterbury fire district moves to a restricted fire season

Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand Fire and Emergency New Zealand is revoking the prohibited fire season put in place in the Canterbury fire district last month, which banned outdoor fires in the area. From 8am, Wednesday 8 January, the whole district will be in a restricted fire season until further notice, from north of the … Read more