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Source: New Zealand Government Banks have responded to the Government’s expectation to better protect Kiwi consumers from scams by introducing stronger safeguards and a compensation scheme, Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson says.“New commitments from banks mean that if a bank fails to adequately warn and protect a consumer from a scam, they will … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now release the name of the man who died at Wairere Falls on Saturday 19 April. He was Abdullah Noori, 51, of Glen Innes, Auckland. Police extend their sympathies to his loved ones. His death has been referred to the Coroner. ENDS Issued by Police Media Centre … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Four youths allegedly responsible for a burglary at a Mount Wellington dairy have been apprehended. At about 2.50am, Police were called to the shop on Commissariat Road following a report of a vehicle being used to enter the premises. Auckland City East Area Prevention Manager, Inspector Rachel Dolheguy, says … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) The Police investigation into the tragic death of Kyle Whorrall over Easter Weekend has progressed significantly. Detective Inspector Glenn Baldwin says on Tuesday afternoon, Police obtained further information about a black SUV that was subject of a media appeal. “The Operation Aberfeldy team commenced investigations into this vehicle of … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 April 2025 – At the 5th China International Consumer Products Expo held in Hainan recently, Wang Kangzheng, a marketing staff member of the Hainan Haiken Marine Industry Group Co., Ltd., has been busy showcasing premium seafood. Golden pompano produced in the deep-sea aquaculture base … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Leading Experts Gathered at GICC to Transform Wealth Strategies in a New Era for Chinese Investors MACAO SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 April 2025 – Galaxy Macau™ partnered with South China Morning Post Live (SCMP Live) to jointly present the ground-breaking Capital Insights Forum: Transforming Wealth Strategies in a New … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 April 2025 – The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and Peking University Third Hospital (PUTH) have joined hands to establish the “Medicine-Engineering Collaborative Innovation Research Laboratory”, guided by the shared vision of “interdisciplinary medicine-engineering”. In alignment with the national strategy of “medical-engineering collaborative … Read more
Source: Media Outreach WASHINGTON, DC and ULAANBAATAR, MONGOLIA – Media OutReach Newswire- 23 April 2025 – Delphos, a premier advisor in private emerging markets, proudly announces its role as the exclusive financial advisor for LendMN’s landmark $20 million USD debt financing. This strategic financial move marks the first significant milestone for a Mongolian fintech company, … Read more
Source: Nazareth Care Endorsed by Honourable Tracey Martin, CEO of the Aged Care Association NZ, “Excellence in Care: A Guide for Managers and Nurses (2025)” is authored by Gillian Robinson-Gibb. With 30 years of background managing and nursing in Aged Care, Gillian is also the Founder of Healthcare Compliance Solutions Ltd, Registered Nurse, and Auditor. … Read more
Source: Banking Ombudsman Scheme 23 April 2025 – The Banking Ombudsman Scheme has welcomed today’s announcement by banks that they will crack down on scams. Banking Ombudsman Nicola Sladden said the scheme had been calling for stronger consumer protections from scams for some time. “We see first-hand the emotional and financial cost of scams. Beyond the monetary … Read more
Source: Robert Walters Two thirds of professionals (63%) have admitted that one of the leading reasons for leaving a previous employer is because they did not have a ‘connection’ with their management or leadership team. A further 68% stated that their exit was due to ’empty promises’ from management – with professionals feeling that … Read more
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand Today’s announcement by NZTA that 43 sections of state highway will revert to their previous higher speed limits, in line with community feedback, has been welcomed by road freight peak body Transporting New Zealand. The reversals must be implemented by July 1, 2025. Between 30 January and 13 March 2025, NZTA … Read more
Source: EMA The decision today by the NZ Transport Agency to endorse the Northwest Busway investment case is welcome news for West Auckland residents, says EMA’s Head of Advocacy, Alan McDonald. “We’ve seen the success of the Northern Busway in significantly reducing traffic on the Auckland Harbour Bridge,” he says. “There is no doubt that the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can now formally release the name of the man tragically killed in St Johns on the night of 19 April. He was 33-year-old US national, Kyle Austin Whorrall. Police are continuing to investigate Kyle’s senseless death and are working to identify those who were involved. Detective Inspector Glenn … Read more
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) BRISBANE, Australia, April 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sayona Mining Limited (“Sayona” or “Company”) (ASX:SYA; OTCQB:SYAXF) provides an update on the proposed transaction with Piedmont Lithium Inc. (“Piedmont Lithium”) (NASDAQ:PLL, ASX:PLL) (see announcement on 19 November 2024) (the “Transaction”) that will combine the two companies to create a leading lithium business. Subject … Read more
Source: Department of Conservation Date: 23 April 2025 The second bridge on the Hooker Valley Track has been impacted by riverbank erosion from wind and rain events over the past few years and is also susceptible to heavy snowfalls. DOC staff and engineers have been closely monitoring riverbank erosion at the bridge, and following the recent … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Promoting the Development and Heritance of Sports, Advocating the Spirit of “Fearless against Challenges and Pursuing Excellence” HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 April 2025 – Hong Kong, geographically surrounded by the sea, is an ideal venue for water sports events, while sailing is being one of the most … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Saint-Gobain has built a global legacy of over 300 years, driving innovative techniques in sustainable construction for the green building revolution SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 April 2025 – Saint-Gobain, a global leader in sustainable construction, celebrates its 360th anniversary in 2025 with its ‘360 Years Young’ campaign, marking three … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attributable to Sergeant Rob Irvine: Cheviot Police have arrested and charged two people following an illegal hunting incident which saw a firearm discharged within 40 metres of a house. Police were notified of shots being fired from the road near a home in rural Cheviot in the early hours … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Dr Shane Reti has welcomed a significant milestone in New Zealand’s research and development (R&D) sector, with new figures showing total expenditure on R&D has climbed to $6.4 billion – a 21 per cent increase since 2022. Dr Reti says the strong rise in R&D expenditure … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Tēnā koutou katoa. Nga mihi ki nga manawhenua o tenie rohe me nga waka katoa ki tae mai nei. Good afternoon everyone. Thank you for the opportunity to be here today. I want to acknowledge the work the Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce does. And I want to acknowledge the Nelson … Read more
Source: Media Outreach 40% believe their employer ‘copies’ competitors in order to keep workplace relevant HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 April 2025 – In the face of economic uncertainty, companies are adopting more cost-conscious approaches by tightening their hiring budgets and focusing on retaining top talent. Prolonged recruitment processes are becoming … Read more
Source: Post Primary Teachers Association (PPTA) “The Government has made it easier for overseas trained teachers to come to New Zealand to try to address the teaching shortage. It’s hard coming to an entirely new country with an entirely different curriculum and schooling system, so understandably these teachers require support. This support needs to come … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency Community consultation has concluded, results have been analysed, and decisions have been made on speed limits for 49 state highway corridors, with most locations set to return to their previous higher speed limits. On 29 January 2025, the Minister of Transport confirmed that 38 sections of state highway were subject … Read more
Source: EMA Today’s announcement of the preferred corridor over the Brynderwyn Hills to Whangārei signals the unlocking of major gains for the Northland economy, and further enhances connectivity in New Zealand’s most important economic region. “For those in Whangārei and further north, the four-lane connection between Auckland and Whangārei can’t come soon enough. When you add … Read more
Source: NordVPN Consumers are being tricked into paying upfront fees for non-existent prizes –cybersecurity experts share how to spot and avoid these growing scams More and more people are falling for fake prize scams, where scammers trick them into thinking they’ve won big in a lottery, sweepstakes, or contest they never entered. These fraudsters play … Read more
Source: Save the Children At least 110,000- severely acutely malnourished children supported by Save the Children in 10 countries could be left without access to life-saving ready-to-use emergency food and nutrition programmes as aid cuts hit supplies in coming months, according to a Save the Children analysis. Globally, one in five deaths among children aged under … Read more