Finance and Security – Bank accounts a key tool for reducing ex-prisoner reoffending – FinCap

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Source: FinCap New research conducted by Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington finds that taking simple steps to enable ex-prisoners to open bank accounts would assist them in accessing housing, employment, and benefits, which would reduce the risk of re-offending. The research, led by Senior Lecturer Victoria Stace, was commissioned by FinCap, a charitable trust which supports more … Read more

Property Sector – Buyer power dynamics are changing – CoreLogic

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In this week’s Pulse, Chief Property Economist Kelvin Davidson looks at CoreLogic’s Buyer Classification data over the quarter, which showed a slight pullback by first home buyers (FHBs) while mortgaged investors gain ground. You can read the full analysis attached and below.For interviews, please contact nzmedia@corelogic.com Thanks,Santi Embargoed until 00:01 AM, Wednesday 16 April 2025 … Read more

North Island population passes 4 million while South Island population grows faster – Stats NZ media and information release: Estimated resident population (2023-base): At 30 June 2023

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Source: Statistics New Zealand North Island population passes 4 million while South Island population grows faster – 16 April 2025 The population living in the North Island now exceeds 4 million, according to estimates released by Stats NZ today. The North Island’s population has grown by an average of 1.3 percent a year since 2018, … Read more

Aotearoa New Zealand’s population passes 5.3 million people – Stats NZ media and information release: Estimated resident population (2023-base): At 30 June 2023

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Source: Statistics New Zealand Aotearoa New Zealand’s population passes 5.3 million people – 16 April 2025 – Aotearoa New Zealand’s estimated resident population was 5,311,100 as at 31 December 2024, according to figures released by Stats NZ today.   These are the first population estimates to fully incorporate the 2023 Census and 2023 Post-Enumeration Survey … Read more

Update: State Highway 5 blockage

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police have visited the site of a slip of State Highway 5 near the Mohaka Bridge. Officers have confirmed the northbound lane is partially blocked and is being cleared. Traffic is able to get through but we ask motorists to drive with caution in the area. ENDS Issued by … Read more

State Highway 5 near Mohaka Bridge blocked by landslide

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A landslide has blocked State Highway 5, near the Mohaka Bridge. The landslide was reported to Police at 9.35am.  This road was being used as a diversion following a serious crash on State Highway 2.  Motorists heading north from Hawke’s Bay are advised to delay travel wherever possible. ENDS … Read more

Crash closes State Highway 2, Tangoio

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Source: New Zealand Police (District News) State Highway 2, Tangoio is closed following a crash. The two-vehicle crash near Tangoio Settlement Road happened just before 9am. Initial indications are that there are serious injuries. The road is expected to be closed for a significant period of time. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and … Read more

Request for New Zealand to Suspend Entry of Israeli Passport Holders in Solidarity with Palestine

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Source: Palestine Forum of New Zealand Open Letter from Palestine Forum of New Zealand to Prime Minister of New Zealand, and, Minister of Foreign Affairs. Dear Prime Minister Luxon and Minister Peters, I am writing to express deep concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and to urge the New Zealand government to take … Read more

OUT NOW ON MĀORI+: Āku Hapa! for reo Māori learners needing a giggle

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Source: Eda Tang He reo hapa e taea te whakatika, he reo ngū e kore e taea.You can correct broken language, but you can’t correct language that is not spoken.– Te Korou Whangataua Brand new to Māori+, Āku Hapa! is unlike any cooking show you’ll ever watch. Hosts James Dansey(Ngāruahine, Te Arawa, Ngāti Tūwharetoa) and … Read more

Rare Raukawa gecko rediscovered in Auckland remains elusive

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Source: Auckland Council The discovery of a rare mainland population of the Raukawa gecko (Woodworthia maculata) in the southern part of the Auckland region has sent ripples of excitement through the conservation community. These omnivores play a vital role in pollination and seed dispersal as they consume nectar and fruit, and a significant find of … Read more

EPA calls for information on tattoo inks

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Source: Environmental Protection Authority The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is seeking information about how tattoo inks are supplied, made and used in New Zealand to help assess whether the current rules are fit for purpose. “Tattoos have been increasing in popularity and with about one quarter of New Zealand’s adult population estimated to have a tattoo, … Read more

Greenpeace renews call on Ministry of Health to act on nitrate contamination in drinking water

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Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace Aotearoa has written to Manatū Hauora – Ministry of Health again following testing that revealed high levels of nitrate contamination in Ashburton District drinking water. Greenpeace spokesperson Will Appelbe says, “Safe, healthy drinking water is a fundamental human right, but many people in Canterbury cannot drink the water coming out of their kitchen … Read more

Respect king shags this breeding season

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Source: Department of Conservation Date:  16 April 2025 Source:  Department of Conservation and Marlborough District Council “Boaties are not allowed to go within 100 m of king shag colonies under the district’s environment plan rules, to protect this endangered species which only breeds in the Marlborough Sounds,” DOC Ranger Dan Palmer says. “King shags are famously skittish … Read more

Government launches regulatory review into telecommunications

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Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Regulation David Seymour and Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith have today announced that the Ministry for Regulation’s fourth sector review will be into the telecommunications sector. “Telecommunications touch almost every part of modern life. With 7.22 million active connections—around 1.4 per New Zealander—this sector is as essential as electricity … Read more

Fiji and New Zealand: an indispensable partnership

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Source: New Zealand Government Fiji and New Zealand will work together ever more closely to navigate the challenging strategic environment, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Peters says. “New Zealand and Fiji share an indispensable partnership in the Pacific,” Mr Peters says, following his meeting in Nadi last night with Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka. “In these uncertain times, the … Read more

Youths arrested following recent Gore burglaries

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Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Seven youth have been arrested following a number of recent burglaries in the Gore area. Between 5pm Monday 7 April and 8am Tuesday 8 April, Gore Police received reports of multiple reports of burglaries in the Main Street area. After making a number of enquiries into the incidents, Police … Read more

NZ-AU: Toro Corp. Announces Availability of its 2024 Annual Report on Form 20-F

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) LIMASSOL, Cyprus, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Toro Corp (NASDAQ: TORO), (“Toro” or the “Company”), an international energy transportation services company, announces that the Company’s annual report on Form 20‐F (the “Annual Report”), which contains the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, was filed with … Read more

Consumer goods expo highlights China’s growing allure for global brands

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Source: Media Outreach HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 April 2025 – ​The fifth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE), held on the tropical island province of Hainan, has reaffirmed the country’s position as a vital marketplace for global enterprises. The high-tech exhibits and beachside fashion shows at the 5th CICPE. This year’s … Read more

NZ-AU: Toro Corp. Reports Net Income of $1.0 Million for the Three Months Ended December 31, 2024 and $25.2 Million for the Year Ended December 31, 2024. Spin-Off of Handysize Tanker Business completed on April 14, 2025.

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Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-NZ-AU) LIMASSOL, Cyprus, April 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Toro Corp. (NASDAQ: TORO), (“Toro”, or the “Company”), an international energy transportation services company, today announced its results for the three months and the year ended December 31, 2024. Highlights of the Fourth Quarter Ended December 31, 2024: Total vessel revenues from continuing operations: … Read more

PAObank Shared in World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit in Hong Kong

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Source: Media Outreach Insights on the Potential of Commercial Data: A Path to Enhanced Financing Efficiency and Financial Inclusion HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 April 2025 – ​The World Internet Conference Asia-Pacific Summit 2025 held for the first time in Hong Kong. PAO Bank Limited (“PAObank”) has been invited to participate … Read more

Hong Kong Institute of Chartered Digital Asset Analysts Officially Launched to Establish HK as Global Hub for Digital Asset Talent

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 April 2025 – The Hong Kong Institute of Chartered Digital Asset Analysts (HKCDAA) held its grand inauguration ceremony at the China Everbright Centre in Wan Chai, marking the official opening of its headquarters. The event was led by Dr. Anthony Neoh, Honorary Chairman … Read more

InvestHK concludes fruitful Middle East visit to deepen international exchanges and co-operation

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 April 2025 – ​ Associate Director-General of Investment Promotion at Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) Mr Charles Ng yesterday (April 10) concluded his visit to the Middle East, covering Riyadh, Jeddah and Dubai, highlighting Hong Kong’s role as a strategic gateway for Middle Eastern … Read more

Chinese Tech Company GYMD Powers Malaysia’s Industry 4.0 by Focusing on the Automotive Sector

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Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 April 2025 – Chinese tech company GYMD (GYMD Digital Technology Co., Ltd.) recently launched its new product, the Geega Industrial Operating System, and plans to deploy the system at Proton’s automotive manufacturing plant to enhance digitalization across core operations. With GYMD’s ongoing technological … Read more

Rhenus Group launches global employer brand: “Empowered by You”

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 April 2025 – By introducing the new Empowered by You employer brand, the Rhenus Group is taking an important strategic step to further strengthen its corporate culture and promote a sense of belonging among its employees worldwide. A uniform employer brand is being established for … Read more

Cerebrill and Partners Champion Next Generation of Chess Talents at the DPulze Cerebrill Aidilfitri FIDE Rated Tournament

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Source: Media Outreach CYBERJAYA, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 April 2025 – Cerebrill, dedicated to supporting cognitive health and development, recently co-organised the DPulze Cerebrill Aidilfitri FIDE Rated Chess tournament with partners AMS Brilliant Move, Kelab Sukan dan Rekreasi Madani, and Marcus Chess Academy. Winners at the DPulze Cerebrill Aidilfitri FIDE Rated tournament … Read more

Release: Food prices further stretching the family budget

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Source: New Zealand Labour Party Families already stretched by rising costs will struggle with the news food prices are going up again. “The weekly shop is a challenge for many families right now, and the rising price of staples like butter and mince won’t help,” Labour finance and economy spokesperson Barbara Edmonds said. The latest … Read more

Media and Education – NZBS puts media teachers in the hot seat

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Source: Ara Institute of Canterbury Media educators visiting The New Zealand Broadcasting School (NZBS) from secondary schools across New Zealand this week might find themselves doing a live cross or designing a lighting rig. 60 delegates in Ōtautahi for the NAME (National Association of Media Educators) conference are experiencing two days of activities organised by NZBS … Read more