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Source: New Zealand Government The Government has agreed to review the legal aid system in order to prioritise victims and their access to justice, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “We’ve heard from the judiciary, lawyers, and others that changes are needed to address difficulties facing legal aid providers and the people who need assistance. “The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Patient bed capacity at Hawke’s Bay Hospital will be increased as a result of $28.3 million in funding, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Improving health infrastructure is a priority for the Government to ensure New Zealanders have access to timely, quality healthcare.“Acute services at Hawke’s Bay Hospital are currently under pressure due … Read more
Source: Statistics New Zealand Employment indicators: January 2025 – 28 February 2025 – Employment indicators provide an early indication of changes in the labour market. Key factsChanges in the seasonally adjusted filled jobs for the January 2025 month (compared with the December 2024 month) were: all industries – up 0.3 percent (7,948 jobs) to 2.36 … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government The world’s largest annual mining conference will provide a platform to showcase to the international community the progress the Coalition Government is making to get the sector to work, Resources Minister Shane Jones says Mr Jones is travelling tomorrow to the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada conference in Toronto. The … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on Nuhaka Opoutama Road, Wairoa this morning. Emergency services were called to the single vehicle crash, near Wai Station Road, at around 8:50am. The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene. Nuhaka Opoutama Road is currently closed, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Attributable to Detective Sergeant Seamus Doyle Hutt Valley Police are seeking witnesses to a fire on Sladden Street, Naenae in the early hours of Tuesday 25 February. Shortly after 3am, an occupant of the address woke to see the front porch of the house was on fire. Thankfully, they … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (National News) Please attribute to Detective Inspector David De Lange of Eastern District Police: Police acknowledge the guilty pleas entered today by Jimmy Heremaia, 32, the man charged with the murder of Ariki Rigby in 2022. Heremaia pleaded guilty to charges of murder and arson. We acknowledge Ariki’s whanau, who have … Read more
Source: ASHTON WHEELANS A leading South Island accounting firm has strengthened its presence on the West Coast with the recruitment of Greymouth local Kimberley Costelloe as associate. A chartered accountant with more than 19 years’ industry experience, Kimberley recently joined Ashton Wheelans, which has offices in Greymouth, Christchurch, Rangiora and Wānaka. She has worked alongside … Read more
Source: Save the Children New Zealand’s online safety organisation Netsafe and child rights organisation Save the Children have teamed up to bring children’s voices to the internet safety conversation. Launching ahead of Te Rā o Ngā Tamariki, New Zealand Children’s Day on Sunday (2 March), children are being asked to share their experiences of using the … Read more
Source: Insurance Council of NZ One in two New Zealanders believe the Government should invest more to protect people and properties from extreme weather events, according to a new survey. Commissioned by the Insurance Council of New Zealand | Te Kāhui Inihua o Aotearoa (ICNZ), the survey found 49% of respondents believe the Government should invest … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) A section of Bairds Road in Ōtara has been closed following a serious crash. The crash was reported at 7.28am and involves a motorcycle and vehicle. The motorcyclist is currently in a critical condition. Police have cordoned a section of Bairds Road, near Wymondley Road, so the Serious Crash … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) The Southbound lane of State Highway 29, Tauriko is partially blocked while emergency services respond to a crash involving three vehicles, reported at 6.40am. Several people are reported to have been injured, none of them seriously. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and to expect delays. … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Dunedin Police urge parents to be aware of the potential risks facing young people online after the sentencing of a 23-year-old man who posed as a young person online to deceive other children into sending sexualised content. The man was sentenced on 21 February to three years imprisonment. Detective … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Waiwhetu Road is closed between Naenae Road and Norton Park Ave following a crash. The single vehicle crash was reported just after 2am. Two people have been taken to hospital with serious injuries. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. ENDS MIL OSI
Source: Media Outreach SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Chinese animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 has taken Hong Kong by storm, topping the city’s box office charts for four consecutive days since its release. As of now, its cumulative earnings in Hong Kong have surpassed $2.07 million, securing its position … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Hong Kong SAR’s Financial Secretary Paul Chan delivered his 2025-26 Budget yesterday (February 26), with clear path and initiatives to rein in the deficit, while accelerating the city’s development and maintaining its competitive edge of a low and simple tax … Read more
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Samitivej Hospital, a leader in pediatric care, unveils its newly expanded standalone Samitivej International Children’s Hospital at Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital. Backed by a 2 billion THB investment, the expansion strengthens Samitivej’s commitment to becoming Asia-Pacific’s Leading Pediatric Referral Hub, providing specialized … Read more
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Cyberport, the World Digital Technology Academy (WDTA) and the International Academicians Science & Technology Innovation Centre (IASTIC) co-organised the “AI Safety, Trust, and Responsibility (AI STR)” Forum. This event served as the Hong Kong session of the recently concluded AI … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Enriching the Complex’s Cultural Landscape and Status as a Benchmark for Urban Excellence HONG KONG SAR, SHANGHAI & WUXI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) (the “Company” or “Hang Lung”) today announced the official name of its new lifestyle hotel … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Offering a Strategic Vision to Bring AI into Every Building, empowered with an Open Partner Ecosystem HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – As part of NTT Group, a world-leading telecommunications and ICT service provider, NTT Com Asia (NTT) today launched OCEAN Intelligence™ in Hong Kong, a … Read more
Source: Media Outreach VIENTIANE, LAOS – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – Lao Brewery Company (LBC), the nation’s leading brewer, is taking a bold step forward in its sustainability journey, reinforcing its commitment to environmental responsibility through innovative green energy initiatives. In alignment with Carlsberg Group’s global “Together Towards ZERO and Beyond” programme, … Read more
Source: New Zealand Police (District News) Emergency services are currently at the scene of a serious two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Ohaupo Road and Beatty Street, Melville. Police were called about 8.45pm. Initial indications are one person has been seriously injured. The road is closed, with diversions in place. Motorists should avoid the area … Read more
Source: New Zealand Government Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia It is a pleasure for the New Zealand to be in Ulaanbaatar this afternoon. The welcome has been warm, even if the temperatures outside have not been. Though, your Ambassador tells me the temperature reached +1 degrees Celsius at midday today! Thank you to Foreign Minister Battsetseg for your … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Singapore’s fintech investment recalibrated to US$1.3 billion in 2024, in line with global shifts toward sustainable growth. Crypto and blockchain investment increased 22 percent in H2’24 to US$267 million, driven by AI-integrated solutions. AI-powered fintech surged, with investment jumping from US$24 million in H1’24 to US$160 million in H2’24, reflecting demand for … Read more
Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand The fire at Waipoua River remains 50 percent contained. The fire is still 96 hectares with a 4.5-kilometre perimeter. Crews will remain on site tonight to focus on structure protection around Waipoua settlement. Three helicopters will be back in the air at first light tomorrow morning. Crews will be on … Read more
Source: Mana i te whenua of Tūhourangi and Ngāti Tūmatawera Despite the Rotorua City Council beginning works on the Tarawera Sewage System at Lake Rotokākahi, the development has now been paused for three weeks, as mana i te whenua of Tūhourangi and Ngāti Tūmatawera prepare for a crucial Environment Court hearing. This pause is … Read more
Source: Media Outreach Transformational agreements boost Botswana’s economic development potential and secure De Beers’ long-term share in world’s greatest diamond resources HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 February 2025 – The Government of the Republic of Botswana (the “Government of Botswana”) and De Beers Group (“De Beers”) announced that, following the conclusion … Read more