Transport – Congestion charging plans have some fishhooks for road freight

Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand 2025 is set to be a big year for transport policy, with Parliament set to debate legislation enabling time-of-use or congestion charging, the Land Transport Management (Time of Use Charging) Amendment Bill. National road freight association Transporting New Zealand is backing the draft legislation, but says the Bill should … Read more

Singaporeans Can Save Up to S$500 Monthly Through Digital Optimization, New ROSHI Study Reveals

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – ROSHI, a leading fintech company reshaping digital lending across Southeast Asia, today released its comprehensive “Inflation Survival Guide 2025,” revealing how Singaporeans can leverage digital tools and smart spending strategies to combat inflation, which is projected to moderate between 2.5-3% this year. … Read more

CamScanner Elevates AI Offerings for Smarter Work and Learning in 2025

Source: Media Outreach Advanced portfolio of cutting-edge features showcases tech’s transformative role in document management and demonstrates CamScanner’s commitment to accelerating the AI revolution JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – CamScanner, a global leader in document-scanning apps with over 300 million users, is advancing the integration of Artificial Intelligence in … Read more

GAOC Group of Companies Shines at Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards 2024 Philippines with Triple Win

Source: Media Outreach MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – GAOC Group of Companies (GGC) is the largest dental conglomerate in the Philippines, led by its flagship clinic, Gan Advanced Osseointegration Center (GAOC). GGC provides comprehensive dental services, including advanced surgeries and implantology. The group encompasses a plethora of reputable brands, … Read more

XTransfer Officially Receives MPI License from the Monetary Authority of Singapore

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – XTransfer, the World’s Leading & China’s No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, was granted the Major Payment Institution (MPI) License under the Payment Services Act 2019 by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). This significant milestone strengthens XTransfer’s leading position in the … Read more

Over 340 young scientists from 49 countries converge at the 2025 Global Young Scientists Summit

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – More than 340 young scientists[1] will have a rare chance to engage with leading experts in science and technology from around the world at the Global Young Scientists Summit (GYSS) 2025. The Summit has drawn participants from 49 countries, a 40 per … Read more

ONESIAM Presents “A Prosperous Chinese New Year 2025”: A Spectacular Multicultural Festival for Global Visitors in Bangkok

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – This Chinese New Year, global visitors to Bangkok can look forward to an unforgettable celebration as the city’s most iconic destinations come alive with grand festivities under the theme “A Prosperous Chinese New Year 2025.” From January 28 to February 2, … Read more

Night closures planned for State Highway 6, Annesbrook Drive, Nelson

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Christmas has come and gone, and as we move rapidly into 2025, the State Highway summer maintenance season kicks back into gear in Nelson. State Highway 6 Annesbrook Drive is next in line for resurfacing and repairs later this month, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). The highway will … Read more

KPMG and SID Unveil Budget 2025 Recommendations to Build a Ready, Refreshed, and Resilient Singapore, Driving Value Creation and Global Leadership

Source: Media Outreach Foster Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) adoption by Singapore enterprises through national frameworks, grants, and a hub to align with global sustainability standards. Accelerate innovation through increased funding for the development of sustainable technologies and the adoption of artificial intelligence. Strengthen workforce capabilities with targeted professional growth programmes, leadership benchmarks, and micro-credentialling … Read more

Distinctive colour leads to brush the law

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police have helped staff at Oranga School in One Tree Hill celebrate the return of a large amount of specially prepared paint, that had gone missing from its grounds. The paint was to be used for important maintenance work on school buildings and had been specially mixed in a … Read more

Five nights of closures for SH58 Whitby/Paremata, Porirua

Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Road users and residents need to be ready for night closures on SH58 Whitby/Paremata, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). “Work is starting this Sunday night, 12 January, for five nights through to Thursday,” says NZTA Wellington Transport Alliance Manager, Roxanne Hilliard. Road crews will resurface areas of State … Read more

Grab Partners London School of Business & Finance to Offer Tertiary Education Programmes for Platform Workers and their loved ones

Source: Media Outreach 3 in 5 Grab partners are keen to pursue a Diploma or Degree Grab partners and their loved ones benefit from exclusive admission requirements, and enjoy additional perks including free trial classes to select courses, as well as learning tools such as tablets when they sign up via GrabAcademy Select Diploma programmes … Read more

Queenstown’s DOC visitor centre based in Glenorchy for two weeks

Source: Department of Conservation Date:  08 January 2025 DOC Operations Manager Whakatipu, David Butt, says the temporary site will be convenient and closer to most of the district’s extensive visitor network. “These two weeks are some of the busiest we get for visitors,” says David. “Glenorchy is a gateway to the area’s most popular day and … Read more

Divineway Fengshui Announces the Launch of Master Louis Cheung’s Book on Taoist Divine Magic

Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – Divineway Fengshui announces the release of Master Louis Cheung’s new book, An Introduction to Liu Ren Divine Magic. The book aims to provide an in-depth exploration of Liu Ren Divine Magic, an ancient Taoist tradition, offering insights into its principles and relevance … Read more

‘No excuse’ – driver’s illegal crash-scene shortcut

Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A motorist faces the prospect of serious charges after driving through cordons at the scene of a South Waikato crash that closed State Highway 1 this morning. About 5.30am, two vehicles collided at Piarere, between Horahora and Paparamu roads. Five people were injured – three seriously and two critically … Read more

Prince Foundation Partners Again with NTU PEAK ASEAN Program to Address Development Challenges

Source: Media Outreach PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – Prince Foundation welcomed 10 Nanyang Technological University (NTU) students from Singapore for a three-week program focused on expanding education access and entrepreneurship mentoring in Cambodia. NTU students return to Cambodia to develop innovative solutions for advancing education and entrepreneurship in … Read more

Health – Licensing decision lauded for prohibiting buy now pay later schemes in bottle stores

Source: Alcohol Healthwatch A decision of the Auckland District Licensing Committee sends a strong message to alcohol retailers who engage in Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) services in retail alcohol outlets. AfterPay is such a BNPL service, and it offers consumers the ability to be almost instantly approved with credit. This service being used for alcohol retail purchases … Read more

Renewal of Dossen Miao Club: Qingmao’s Adorable Jouney Across Four Cities

Source: Media Outreach GUANGZHOU, CHINA – EQS Newswire – 8 January 2025 – On December 27, 2024, Dossen Hotel Group officially rebranded its member loyalty program, “Dossen Club,” as “Miao Club,” with its popular mascot Qingmao taking center stage. This rebranding places Qingmao, the group’s super IP, directly in front of consumers, offering a fresh, … Read more

Chemill Pharma Launches SnoozZ (Melatonin 5 mg & Chamomile 35 mg)

Source: Media Outreach A Clinically-Proven Solution for Better Sleep Amid Rising Insomnia Rates in Hong Kong HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 January 2025 – Chemill Pharma Ltd., an innovative health technologies company, is proud to announce the launch of SnoozZ, a unique fast-acting sleep formula designed to address growing problem of … Read more

SH1 at Piarere reopens

Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A section of State Highway 1 at Piarere has reopened following a serious crash this morning.  Emergency services were alerted to the crash about 5.30am. Three people suffered serious injuries and two people were critically injured.  The road reopened about 11.30am. Police would like to thank motorists for their … Read more

Warning to Fast-Track Applicants – ‘Exploit the Whenua, Face the Consequences’

Source: Te Pati Maori Te Pāti Māori has this morning issued a stern warning to Fast-Track applicants with interests in mining, pledging to hold them accountable through retrospective liability and to immediately revoke Fast-Track consents under a future Te Pāti Māori government. This warning comes ahead of today’s third reading of the Fast-Track Approvals Bill. … Read more

Farmers don’t get a holiday, but they deserve a red tape break

Source: ACT Party ACT MP Mark Cameron is calling on Parliament to thank farmers working through summer by reinstating provisions in the Resource Management Act that prevent regional councils from factoring climate change into their planning. “While many Kiwis enjoy some time off work this summer, cows still need to be milked and crops still … Read more

Too many Kiwis denied the chance to gather with loved ones at the end of life

Source: ACT Party As New Zealanders enjoy time with friends and family this summer, ACT MP Todd Stephenson is calling for greater autonomy for terminally ill New Zealanders to choose when, and with whom, they spend their last moments. Mr Stephenson is the sponsor of the End of Life Choice (Extended Eligibility) Amendment Bill, which would … Read more

Legislation needed to give hunters a say on conservation

Source: ACT Party As many New Zealanders enjoy time off work this summer exploring conservation land, ACT Conservation spokesperson Cameron Luxton is promoting legislation that would ensure hunters and fishers have representation on the Conservation Authority. “Hunters and fishers have a deep connection to nature and the environment. We enjoy being in the great outdoors, … Read more

Westies’ summer festivities curtailed by alcohol monopolies

Source: ACT Party “Westies and Southlanders trying to buy alcohol for New Year’s or going to the pub this summer deserve the same choice and freedom afforded to the rest of the country,” says West Auckland-based ACT MP Simon Court. Mr Court is promoting a member’s bill aimed at dismantling New Zealand’s last liquor monopolies. … Read more

Liquor stores serving us this summer deserve thanks, and a stronger voice

Source: ACT Party ACT MP Dr Parmjeet Parmar is thanking the operators of liquor stores serving their communities during the summer period, and says these operators deserve a stronger voice in licensing decisions. “While many of us enjoy some long-awaited time off work this summer, our holiday activities have been made easier by those who … Read more

E tū calls for a Just Transition for Taranaki energy workers – E tū

Source: Etu Union The release of a new report highlights that natural gas is not a viable solution for Aotearoa’s energy future, further underscoring the need for a well-planned Just Transition for workers and communities in Taranaki. The report, released by 350 Aotearoa, Common Grace Aotearoa and the Centre for International Corporate Tax Accountability and … Read more