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Source: Media Outreach PATTAYA, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 April 2025 – OZO North Pattaya, the vibrant beachside escape in the heart of Pattaya, is the ultimate destination for fun-filled, feel-good experiences this season. True to its name, OZO brings a smile with every stay — this dynamic lifestyle hotel brand is all … Read more
Source: Council of Trade Unions – CTU The decision to nearly halve the amount of new investment being made in the next Budget signals that this Government doesn’t care about the users of public services, said NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi Economist Craig Renney. “$1.3bn in operating allowance isn’t enough to pay for cost pressures in … Read more
Source: New Zealand Transport Agency With the leaves falling in Central Otago and Queenstown Lakes Districts, the autumn rockfall scaling programme at the Nevis Bluff, on SH6 between Cromwell and Queenstown, will get underway shortly, says NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA). The rock scaling occurs every autumn and spring with abseilers, suspended on ropes, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Two new members have been appointed to the board of Eden Park Trust, Sport and Recreation Minister Mark Mitchell says.“Marama Royal MNZM (Ngāti Whātua) and Hon Simon Bridges (Ngāti Maniapoto) will be bringing their extensive governance experience and passion for the Auckland region to support the leadership of New Zealand’s largest … Read more
Source: Herenga ā Nuku – the Outdoor Access Commission Auckland councillors’ proposal for tangata whenua to be part of a committee overseeing the Waitākere Ranges will support public access to the area, according to Herenga ā Nuku, the Outdoor Access Commission. “Based on our expertise negotiating public outdoor access, we believe the joint committee proposed in … Read more
Source: GenPro New workforce regulations in the future are a distraction from what’s needed now to fix the crisis in primary healthcare, says the General Practice Owners Association (GenPro). “Planned regulation of small numbers of physician associates is welcome but will do absolutely nothing for reducing waiting times for people wanting to see a GP … Read more
Source: Fonterra Fonterra has today announced that it plans to close its canning and packaging facility in Hamilton at the end of July. The closure of the Canpac site, which blends and packages milk powders, follows the Co-operative’s decision to focus on higher value ingredients such as advanced proteins and medical nutrition. Fonterra’s Chief Operating … Read more
Source: Porirua City Council A group of young people from Porirua colleges are getting a taste of the workplace this term as part of the Mahi Rangatahi programme run by Porirua City. Now in its fourth year, the Mahi Rangatahi programme provides real-world work experience for young people in Porirua, including developing a CV, applying for … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 April 2025 – The Specialists in Wellness Association Singapore (SWAS) is proud to announce the launch of the SESA Awards 2025 – 2026, taking place on 8 July 2025. The awards continue the association’s tradition of recognizing outstanding achievement in the wellness, beauty, and complementary … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Simeon Brown needs to come clean to the people of Dunedin about why he hid plans to downgrade their new hospital’s Intensive Care Unit. The Otago Daily Times today revealed then-Health Minister Dr Shane Reti was told on January 23 this year that the number of ICU beds would be reduced … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Please attribute to Sergeant Shane McNally, Taupo Serious Crash Unit: Police need to urgently speak with a caller who made a driving complaint before a fatal crash near Mangakino last week. The female caller was following a black Toyota RAV4 along State Highway 47 towards Turangi, at approximately 2.45pm … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) A firearm and ammunition have been seized after a vehicle was detected travelling through Manurewa with false plates. A van had been travelling along Rowandale Avenue at around midnight. Counties Manukau Central Area Prevention Manager Inspector Warrick Adkin says the vehicle raised suspicions of frontline staff. “Their suspicions were … Read more
Source: New Zealand Labour Party Nicola Willis announced that funding for almost every Government department will be frozen in this year’s budget, costing jobs, making access to public services harder, and fuelling an exodus of nurses, teachers, and other public servants. “Nicola Willis’s slash-and-burn budget is dangerous and reckless,” Labour finance and economy spokesperson Barbara … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government A pilot programme that will help financial technology (fintech) firms shake up competition in the financial and banking sectors is now underway, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson. “Our Government is focused on improving competition in the areas that matter most to Kiwis. The financial and banking sectors are … Read more
Source: PSA Finance Minister Nicola Willis today has made it clear that austerity is on the horizon for health and other public services with little new money being made available in next month’s Budget. In today’s pre-Budget speech the Finance Minister announced that the operating allowance, which funds new operating spending, will be halved to $1.3 … Read more
Source: Northland Regional Council Climate Resilient Communities Fund open for applications Northland Regional Council is inviting applications to the Climate Resilient Communities Fund. The fund aims to build community resilience to the effects of climate change by focusing on local needs and community-led solutions. Council has $600,000 to invest in projects that meet the funding criteria, … Read more
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 April 2025 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Trigger Asset Management (Trigger) have launched a landmark partnership aimed at unlocking capital and strengthening support for startups and businesses advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This collaboration brings together UNDP’s global innovation and finance … Read more
Source: Media Outreach MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 April 2025 – Global technology solutions provider Arrow Electronics is providing engineering expertise and services to Xeleqt Technology Innovations Inc. (Xeleqt), a Philippines-based tech startup, for developing its AIoT (Artificial intelligence of things)-powered solutions and offerings to help optimize workforce productivity and engagement across … Read more
Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 April 2025 – The U.S. Dollar, the world’s reserve currency and the ultimate safe-haven asset, is now the world’s worst-performing major currency in 2025. Octa Broker explains why. The historical role of the U.S. dollar as the world’s leading safe-haven currency is under … Read more
Source: CTU The decision to nearly halve the amount of new investment being made in the next Budget signals that this Government doesn’t care about the users of public services, said NZCTU Te Kauae Kaimahi Economist Craig Renney. “$1.3bn in operating allowance isn’t enough to pay for cost pressures in health alone ($1.55bn). There is … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Organised by the Global Pulse Confederation, “Pulses 25” to set the global agenda for a resilient, sustainable food future SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 April 2025 – The Global Pulse Confederation (GPC) is set to host Pulses 25, the premier global gathering for the pulses industry, at the Fairmont Hotel, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are in attendance at a two-vehicle crash on Western Bay Road – SH 32 – reported shortly before midday, which has blocked the road at Waihaha on the western side of Lake Taupo. Indications are there are serious injuries involved, and a helicopter has been dispatched to … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The Regional Infrastructure Fund will invest up to $2 million to investigate building additional electricity transmission and distribution capacity in Northland, which could also have benefits further afield, Regional Development Minister Shane Jones says. “New Zealand needs significantly more electricity generation as the economy grows and demand for power increases. Northland … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 April 2025 – Alibaba has launched Qwen3, the latest generation of its open-sourced large language model (LLM) family, setting a new benchmark for AI innovation. The Qwen3 series features six dense models and two Mixture-of-Experts (MoE) models, offering developers flexibility to build next-generation applications … Read more
Source: ACT Party The Haps Quiet? MPs are having a break from Parliament and the country is having a break from MPs thanks to a three-week Parliament recess. The Government announced $68.5 million of repayable loans to people building electric vehicle chargers. Free Press readers will be outraged by that, but under ACT’s coalition agreement it has … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Minister of Transport Chris Bishop has confirmed the Manawatū Tararua Highway will be opened to traffic from June 2025, restoring an important connection for communities and businesses on both sides of the Tararua Ranges. “The new highway between Ashhurst and Woodville will replace State Highway 3 through the Manawatū Gorge, which … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Employment indicators: March 2025 – 29 April 2025 – Employment indicators provide an early indication of changes in the labour market. Key factsChanges in the seasonally adjusted filled jobs for the March 2025 month (compared with the February 2025 month) were: all industries – up 0.2 percent (3,548 jobs) to 2.36 … Read more