L’OCCITANE Malaysia’s 7th Race for Vision Draws 3,000 Participants, Donates RM50,000 to Support Children’s Eye Health in Kelantan

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Source: Media Outreach Annual charity run champions eye health, visual inclusion, sustainability and community connection while funding a new Schoolchildren Refractive Error Intervention Programme KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2026 – L’OCCITANE Malaysia successfully hosted the 7th edition of Race for Vision, bringing together more than 3,000 participants in a … Read more

Attacks on unions are costing working people

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Source: NZCTU A new report from the OECD shows that working people are being left behind by this Government, says New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi Secretary Melissa Ansell-Bridges. “The Employment Outlook report for 2026 shows real wages falling faster in New Zealand than anywhere else in the OECD. In real-terms, New…

Asia’s Debut of LEAP East in HKCEC Marks Hong Kong’s Largest Inaugural Tech Summit

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Source: Media Outreach Hong Kong Secures Exclusive Three-Year Deal with Tahaluf for LEAP East; Set to Return to HKCEC in 2027, Reinforcing the City’s Global I&T Leadership HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2026 – Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (Management) Limited (“HML”) is celebrating the highly successful conclusion of … Read more

Aon Highlights Maturing Transaction Risk Market in Asia Pacific Region as Claims Trends Evolve

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Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2026 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, has released Asia Pacific (APAC) findings from its 2026 Global Transaction Solutions Claims Study, highlighting the continued evolution of the region’s transaction risk market and emerging claims trends. The report finds that … Read more

Armacell Deepens Asia‑Pacific Industry Engagement to Drive Energy Efficiency, Sustainability and Fire Safety

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Source: Media Outreach Supporting Asia‑Pacific’s transition from BS 476 to the more comprehensive EN 13501‑1 fire‑classification framework ArmaPrene‑based insulation, including ArmaFlex® Ultima, achieves significantly lower smoke emissions to support safer evacuation and fire‑engineering compliance ArmaLive Experience Centre builds industry capability through product insights, demonstrations, audits and hands‑on installation training Active collaborations with industry partners and … Read more

Capital market reforms to power economic growth

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Source: New Zealand Government The Government is seeking feedback on the next phase of its capital market reforms, aiming to lower the cost of raising money for Kiwi businesses and deliver stronger returns for everyday investors, says Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Cameron Brewer. “Economic growth is this Government’s central priority, and deep, competitive and…

Speech by Paul Conway: Finding signal in the inflation noise

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Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand In a speech delivered today at an event hosted by BusinessNZ in Wellington, Chief Economist, Paul Conway, discussed the fallout from the conflict in the Middle East, and how inflation expectations and price-setting behaviour will influence the path of interest rates as we return inflation back to our 2%…

Ōrewa seawall project complete, shared pathway open

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Source: Auckland Council The new seawall and shared pathway at the northern end of Ōrewa Beach is complete and open to the public. The seawall provides increased protection for the foreshore from erosion and coastal processes while also improving access along this part of the coastline for locals and visitors. Ward Councillor John Watson emphasises…

Routine traffic stop lands man in custody

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Source: New Zealand Police A man who attempted to run from Police during a routine traffic stop should have stayed put. At about 2.30am this morning, officers conducting routine traffic stops along Roscommon Road, Clendon Park signalled for the driver of a Mazda Axela to pull over. Inspector MinHo Lee, Counties Manukau Central Area Prevention…

Economy – Finding signal in the inflation noise – Reserve Bank

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Source: Reserve Bank of New Zealand 14 July 2026 – In a speech delivered today at an event hosted by BusinessNZ in Wellington, RBNZ Chief Economist, Paul Conway, discussed the fallout from the conflict in the Middle East, and how inflation expectations and price-setting behaviour will influence the path of interest rates as the Reserve Bank … Read more

Northland News – Free earthworks field day

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Source: Northland Regional Council Contractors, consultants, and council staff working across erosion and sediment control are being urged to attend a free hands-on day for the earthworks industry to be held in Whangārei in mid-September. Tess Dacre, the Northland Regional Council’s (NRC) Compliance Monitoring Manager, says the Wednesday 16 September event will run from 9am to … Read more

Finance – Farm mortgages drop on strong returns – Federated Farmers

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Source: Federated Farmers Many farmers are taking advantage of strong returns for meat and milk to pay down debt, the latest Federated Farmers Banking Survey and Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) data shows. Reserve Bank data that shows total agricultural lending dropped $1.4 billion to $61.2 billion in the year to April 2026. “Strong dairy … Read more

Dog days for duck detection in Retaruke

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Source: NZ Department of Conservation Date:  14 July 2026 At three and a half years old, Pip is no stranger to days detecting ducks in cold rivers, but regular re-certification helps ensure she’s at the top of her game and the birds remain safe in her presence. Pip’s handler Joe Carson, a Department of Conservation Ranger…

New entrant seeks to expand exploration portfolio

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Source: New Zealand Government Resources Minister Shane Jones has welcomed further investment interest in New Zealand’s petroleum sector, with a recent new entrant seeking to expand its exploration interests in the offshore northern Taranaki Basin. New Zealand Petroleum and Minerals (NZP&M) has today opened a three-month competitive application process for a petroleum exploration permit application…

Lever Style Reports 2026 Interim Financial Results

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Source: Media Outreach PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS (H1 2026) Revenue increased to US$113.2 million (up 23.8% YoY), driven by the 2 January 2026 acquisition of the Active Apparel Group Pty Ltd and Active Apparel Group (America) LLC (“AAG”) business which is now successfully integrated into the Group’s platform Net profit grew to US$ 5.4 million representing a … Read more

The Changsha Jiandu Museum launches its Digital Exhibition Hall, Allowing Visitors from All Over the World to Adopt Digital Collections with One Click

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Source: Media Outreach CHANGSHA, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 July 2026 – The digital revolution is reshaping the way people experience museums and cultural heritage. Exploring cultural treasures online without leaving home has become a new way for the public to appreciate history. The year 2026 marks the 30th anniversary of the discovery … Read more

PolyU signs tripartite MoU with Dassault Systèmes and PAIEvo in Paris to advance cross-continental collaboration in research innovation

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 July 2026 – The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has signed a tripartite strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Paris with globally renowned Dassault Systèmes and PAIEvo (HK) Limited (PAIEvo), a fully owned subsidiary of XtalPi Holdings Limited (XtalPi) listed in Hong Kong, … Read more

2026 China Chief Economist Forum Held in Hong Kong, Focusing on 15th Five-Year Plan Opportunities

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – EQS Newswire – 13 July 2026 – On the afternoon of July 9, the 2026 China Chief Economist Forum (Hong Kong) was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai. Under the theme “15th Five-Year Plan Outlook: Responding to Global Changes, Embracing National Strategy, … Read more

Hong Kong probate resource HK Probate Lawyer launches free wills-education site HK Wills Help to help the public plan ahead in plain language

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Source: Media Outreach As Hong Kong’s population ages, the platform aims to lower the knowledge barrier around wills and estate administration and reduce future family disputes. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 July 2026 – HK Probate Lawyer (hkprobatelawyer.com), a Hong Kong resource on wills and estate law, today announced the launch … Read more

OPEC Fund provides US$50 million to SeABank to boost small business and climate finance in Viet Nam

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Source: Media Outreach HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 July 2026 – The OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) is providing a US$50 million loan to Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SeABank) to expand financing for small businesses and climate-focused investments across Viet Nam. SeABank has mobilized approximately US$1.1 billion … Read more

Pacific Civil Society Calls for a Genuine Ocean of Peace: The Pacific is NOT a battleground

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Source: Pacific Regional Non-Governmental Organisations (PRNGO) Alliance The Pacific Ocean is far more than a strategic waterway; it is the foundation of our cultures, identities, livelihoods and futures. It sustains our communities, connects our islands, and underpins our sovereignty and self-determination. Yet today, our ocean is increasingly being treated as a theatre for geopolitical competition, … Read more

Oxfam – Rich countries exaggerating “true value” of climate finance by around $100 billion

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Source: Oxfam Aotearoa Rich countries have again inflated the “true value” of the climate finance they provide to low- and middle-income countries, overstating it by around $100 billion in 2024, according to new analysis by Oxfam. This exceeds the $88 billion by which climate finance was overstated in 2022. Governments reported mobilizing nearly $137 billion in … Read more

Funding boost welcomed as complexity of mental health calls continues to rise

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Source: Whakarongorau Aotearoa Every year, more than 30,000 New Zealanders reach out to 1737 in moments of distress – for support with anxiety, depression, loneliness, thoughts of self-harm, or simply not knowing where else to turn. Whakarongorau Aotearoa has welcomed the Government’s additional investment in telehealth services announced today [Telehealth investment to deliver faster access to … Read more