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New publishing date for Productivitystatistics: 1978–2024 9 April 2025 The productivity statistics release due tobe published on 16 April 2025 has been rescheduled and will now be publishedon 16 May 2025. Ends For media enquiries contact: SandiReily, Wellington, 021 285 9191, media@stats.govt.nz The Government Statistician authorises allstatistics and data we publish. If you wish to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 April 2025 – To celebrate the remarkable achievements of Hong Kong’s interior design industry and promote its international reputation, the Hong Kong Interior Design Association (HKIDA) proudly presents the third edition of Hong Kong Interior Design Week 2025, with the Cultural and Creative … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Crafted to convey both motion and stability, the all-electric VinFast VF 6 compact SUV seamlessly merges sleek design with aerodynamic efficiency, making a bold impression in the brand’s growing EV lineup. MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 April 2025 – In just a few years since its founding, VinFast, the … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Bunnythorpe this morning. Police were called to the crash, involving a truck and a van, at the intersection of Newbury Line and Te Ngaio Road at around 10:10am. The driver of the van died at the scene. The … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 April 2025 – 2025 has marked a turning point for global stock markets, as U.S. stocks, once the uncontested giants, now face a dramatic decline, while European markets surge ahead. The VT Markets Research Desk points to two powerful forces reshaping the landscape: … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 April 2025 – X Pay, the local leader in “Buy Now, Pay Later” solutions, is pleased to announce a landmark strategic partnership with STOREBERRY, Hong Kong’s fast-growing omnichannel commerce platform. “Our partnership with STOREBERRY marks a significant advancement in payment innovation for Hong … Read more
Source: Text Publishing Company (Australia) The groundbreaking account of the history of Palestine by one of the world’s most eloquent scholars of the Middle East Featuring a new foreword by Saree Makdisi This original and deeply provocative book was the first to make Palestine the subject of a serious debate – one that is now more critical … Read more
Source: NZ Principals Federation Principals are urging the Government to retain all four core objectives in the Education and Training Act 2020, warning that proposed changes risk narrowing the purpose of education, and undermining the conditions that enable student success. Currently, school boards must meet four equal objectives: achievement, safety, inclusion, and giving effect to Te … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) The last of the Comanchero Motorcycle Gang leadership group not facing charges, is now facing court over two major investigations into drug importations. Police have charged the National Vice President in relation to offences linked to the importation of methamphetamine and cocaine into the country. Assistant Commissioner: Investigations Paul … Read more
Source: Press Release Service Auckland, New Zealand – MyForex.co.nz, a New Zealand-based website offering curated access to trusted forex-related products and services, has recently launched with a sharp focus on transparency, simplicity, and value for Kiwi traders. The new platform now also supports a growing Introducing Broker (IB) initiative, helping traders connect with reputable global … Read more
Source: ACT Party ACT Small Business spokesperson Laura McClure is celebrating the first reading passage of her member’s bill, the Employment Relations (Termination of Employment by Agreement) Amendment Bill. The bill would allow employers to open protected negotiations for the termination of an employment contract, avoiding costly unfair dismissal or personal grievance claims. “Sometimes when … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Nicola Willis continues to sit on her hands amid a global economic crisis, leaving the Reserve Bank to act for New Zealanders who are worried about their jobs, mortgages, and KiwiSaver. “While the Reserve Bank is doing its job to cushion the blow of a global economic downturn, Nicola Willis … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attribute to Senior Sergeant Scott McKenzie, Hamilton Area Manager; Youth and Community Police are noticing a rise in incidents involving people riding dirt bikes in an unsafe and dangerous manner around Hamilton City. Riding motorcycles or dirt bikes in dangerous and anti-social ways is unacceptable. It puts not only … Read more
Source: Electricity Retailers’ Association of New Zealand (ERANZ) The Electricity Retailers’ Association of New Zealand (ERANZ) and Electricity Networks Aotearoa (ENA) are pleased to announce that members from both organisations will extend the industry-funded Power Credit Scheme from 2027 to 2032. The Power Credits Scheme is a $5 million fund that began in June … Read more
Source: PSA Underfunded frontline health services will be further impacted The ability of Health NZ to claw back millions of scarce health dollars lost to fraud and overpayment each year will be undermined by proposed cuts to the jobs of audit and fraud experts. The Audit Assurance and Risk team is a critical Health NZ Te … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Energy Minister Simon Watts is welcoming an extension to the industry funded Power Credit Scheme which is supporting lower income Kiwis with the costs of power. The Scheme supports those who are struggling to pay their energy bills and are affected by the phase-out of a low fixed electricity charge by offering … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Government is backing New Zealand sheep farmers and the wool industry with a change to government procurement rules, Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Agriculture Minister Mark Patterson announced today. “From 1 July, government agencies will be directed to use woollen fibre products in the construction and refurbishment of … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Attribute to Tairāwhiti Area Commander Inspector Danny Kirk: Three gang members have been charged following a significant operation in Tairāwhiti. On Monday 24 March, Police were issued a Gang Conflict Warrant under the Criminal Activity Intervention Legislation Act 2023, giving Police special search powers to address recent gang conflict … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 9 April 2025 – A public appointment process has started for a new external member of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to replace Professor Bob Buckle when his term expires on 30 September 2025. Under its remit, the MPC is responsible for maintaining a … Read more
Source: NZ Principals Federation The New Zealand Principals’ Federation (NZPF) supports the New Zealand Education Institute’s (NZEI) call for a $2.5billion investment in learning support services by 2030. “For years, Learning Support has been the neglected link in all conversations about learning progress and achievement,” said NZPF President, Leanne Otene. “The current Minister and former Ministers … Read more
Source: CoreLogic – Commentary from Kelvin Davidson, Chief Property Economist at CoreLogic, soon to rebrand to Cotality As widely expected, the Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) cut the official cash rate today by 0.25%, taking it to 3.5%. The decision reflected the fact that inflation remains well within the target band and that the … Read more
Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 9 April 2025 – The Monetary Policy Committee today agreed to reduce the Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points to 3.5 percent. Annual consumer price inflation remains near the mid-point of the Monetary Policy Committee’s 1 to 3 percent target band. Firms’ inflation expectations and core inflation are consistent … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 April 2025 – The highly anticipated Food & Hotel Asia – Food & Beverage (FHA-F&B) event officially opens today, reaffirming its position as Asia’s premier international food and beverage platform. With an expected 65,000 attendees from both local and international markets, FHA-F&B is set to … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Japan and South Korea leap in ranking due to technological innovation capabilities and improving economic performance. Rising commodity prices, regulatory challenges, and geopolitical tensions temper optimism. Southeast Asia’s emerging markets showcase strong talent and investment appeal. New U.S. tariffs add urgency to scenario planning and highlight sector vulnerabilities, particularly in manufacturing and … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Police have caught up with a burglar who broke into three homes, including one in which he was disturbed by the victim. Members of the Tactical Crime Unit arrested the Papatoetoe man following a search warrant this morning. Counties Manukau West Area Commander, Inspector Dave Christoffersen says a Papatoetoe … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A prolific fraudster faces dozens of charges after racking up over $100,000 in trade debt allegedly under someone else’s identity. The Auckland man has been remanded in custody after being arrested by fraud detectives on Tuesday at an apartment in Auckland’s CBD. Auckland City’s Financial Crime Unit has been … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Martin Todd, Hutt Valley Area Investigations Manager: Hutt Valley Police are continuing to appeal for the public’s help to locate missing 28-year-old Thomas Basire, who has not been seen since November 2024. Thomas was last seen walking towards Petone on the stop bank near … Read more