Greenpeace – New map highlights mining threat associated with controversial conservation reforms

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Source: Greenpeace Greenpeace has launched an interactive online map exposing the overlap between known deposits of minerals the Government has deemed “critical” and the public conservation land that would be easier to sell off and exploit under the Government’s Conservation Amendment Bill. Greenpeace has dubbed the proposed law change the ‘Conservation Exploitation Bill’. Greenpeace campaigner Gen Toop says, … Read more

Bridge over SH1 in Rolleston getting underway

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Source: New Zealand Government Work will begin later this month on a new bridge over State Highway 1 (SH1) in Rolleston which will better connect residential and industrial areas, following the opening of other major improvements, says Transport Minister Chris Bishop. “Rolleston is at the heart of the fastest growing district in New Zealand. Currently,…

Bridge improvements for Ōtorohanga

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Source: New Zealand Government Ōtorohanga will see three significant bridge projects happening in the second half of this year, Transport Minister Chris Bishop says.  “The Mangaorongo Bridge on State Highway 3 near Ōtorohanga will be repaired after flood damage earlier this year, with NZTA also strengthening the riverbank to help protect the bridge from future…

Minister urges racing industry to work together

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Source: New Zealand Government Minister for Racing Winston Peters is urging all parts of New Zealand’s racing industry to work together to secure its long-term future. The Minister’s call is in response to the report produced by the TAB New Zealand Racing Advisory Committee, outlining wide-ranging proposed reforms for the sector. “Everyone involved in racing…

Education system reforms pass Third Reading in Parliament

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Source: New Zealand Government Education Minister, Erica Stanford today marked a significant step towards reforming New Zealand’s education system with the passing of the Education and Training (System Reform) Amendment Bill at its Third Reading. “The changes will enable system-level reforms to clarify roles and responsibilities across the sector, improve oversight and accountability, and ensure…

Real results delivered for mental health

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Source: New Zealand Government Quarter three mental health and addiction target results show New Zealanders are continuing to get faster access to support, with all three mental health and addiction access targets improving on the previous quarter, Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey announced today.  “The Government’s mental health plan is delivering faster access to support,…

Awards – Young Waikato farmer named top emerging leader

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Source: Federated Farmers Young Waikato dairy farmer Danielle Hovmand has been named the primary sector’s top emerging leader, with judges praising her selfless leadership and commitment to helping others succeed. Hovmand received the Primary Industries New Zealand Emerging Leader Award at the eighth annual awards ceremony in Auckland this evening. The 29-year-old is a 50/50 sharemilker, … Read more

Awards – Primary Industries Award winners announced

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Source: Federated Farmers A pioneer of rural radio, a titan of the dairy industry, and some of New Zealand’s most influential leaders are among the winners of this year’s Primary Industries Awards. More than 500 people gathered in Auckland tonight to celebrate the best and brightest across New Zealand’s primary sector – a sell-out crowd. The … Read more

Green SM officially launches all-electric ride-hailing service in Kazakhstan

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Source: Media Outreach ALMATY, KAZAKHSTAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2026 – Green SM has officially launched its all-electric ride-hailing service in Kazakhstan, marking the company’s first presence in Central Asia. The launch also represents Green SM’s expansion into its sixth international market, reinforcing its long-term global growth strategy. The launch ceremony was … Read more

Citi Commercial Bank Drives Dialogue on the Future of Business at Annual Executive Summit in Hong Kong

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Source: Media Outreach Over 120 business leaders gathered at the summit under the theme “Empowering Growth Through Capital Convergence and Digital Innovation” HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2026 – The Citi Commercial Bank Hong Kong Executive Summit 2026 concluded on June 16 under the theme “Empowering Growth Through Capital Convergence … Read more

Thailand Launches FastPass Program, Unlocking USD 21 billion in Strategic High-Tech Investment

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Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2026 – Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul formally launched Thailand FastPass at Government House, mobilizing over USD 21 billion (approximately 700 billion baht) in strategic high-tech investment. The program integrates eight government agencies to cut regulatory approval timelines by up to 50 percent, accelerating … Read more

Recognising Kiwi search and rescue excellence

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Source: New Zealand Government The exceptional skill, teamwork and dedication of Kiwi search and rescuers have been on full display at the New Zealand Search and Rescue (NZSAR) Awards, Associate Transport Minister James Meager says. Mr Meager hosted the annual event at Parliament this evening, created to shine a light on the courage, skill, and…

Federated Farmers welcome Jones’ backing of Waikato farmers

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Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is welcoming comments from New Zealand First deputy leader Shane Jones today expressing deep concern about the impact Waikato Region Plan Change 1 could have on farmers. Speaking at the Primary Industries New Zealand Summit in Auckland, Jones said he feared for the future of farmers if Plan Change 1 (PC1) … Read more

Nervotec Launches NervoScan MCP, Giving AI Assistants a Real-World Health Signal From a 10-Second Face Scan

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Source: Media Outreach Singapore health AI company introduces a contactless wellness tool that lets MCP-compatible AI assistants sense a person’s everyday vital signs from a single 10-second face scan. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2026 – Nervotec, a Singapore-based health AI company, today announced the launch of NervoScan MCP, a contactless biosensing … Read more

OR Sets 2030 Sustainability Goals Amid Global Energy Transition, Targeting Inclusive Growth for People, Planet, and Performance

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Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2026 – PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR), Thailand’s leading energy and lifestyle retail operator, has announced its OR 2030 Goals – a comprehensive sustainability framework across three dimensions: Economic Prosperity, Living Community, and Healthy Environment – as the global … Read more

Man sought by Police arrested

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Source: New Zealand Police The 41-year-old man sought by Auckland Central Police on Monday has been arrested in the Manukau area today. He is due to appear in the Manukau District Court tomorrow. Police thank the public for their assistance. ENDS  Issued by Police Media Centre

HK Government’s Talent Admission Schemes Accelerate Demand in International Education Market: For You Education Reveals 3 Keys to Bridging IB and International Curricula for Children of TTPS Holders

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Source: Media Outreach Simultaneous Launch of the New Fo Tan Campus: Introducing One-Stop Academic Consulting and Private Candidate Programs, Championing an “Individualized Teaching” Tutoring Philosophy to Solve the “Transition Gap” for Cross-Border Students HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2026 – As the Hong Kong government’s various talent admission schemes continue … Read more

TrendAI™ Named Trusted Partner in the OpenAI Daybreak Cyber Partner Program

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Source: Media Outreach One of the first cybersecurity vendors selected as OpenAI expands Daybreak from internal testing to a curated group of trusted defenders HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2026 – TrendAI, the enterprise AI security leader from Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), today announced it has joined … Read more

Hong Kong unlocks new opportunities with Central Asia

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2026 – Led by Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), John Lee, a high-level delegation visit to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan (May 31 – June 5) is already paying dividends, forging fresh opportunities to deepen ties between Central Asia, … Read more

Driver arrested after fleeing across Auckland

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Source: New Zealand Police Police arrested a man after fleeing from Police and driving dangerously across Auckland this evening. Earlier this afternoon, after 4pm, the Police Eagle helicopter sighted a vehicle connected to a man sought by Police in the Mt Roskill area. Senior Sergeant Michael Wickman says the vehicle was tracked to the Mt…

Sow Fertility’s Medical Advisor Prof. Liona Poon Honoured as a JESSICA Most Successful Woman 2026

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Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 June 2026 – Sow Fertility, a Hong Kong-based fertility and family-building benefits platform, congratulates its Medical Advisor, Professor Liona Poon, on being named one of JESSICA’s Most Successful Women 2026, an annual recognition celebrating women across Hong Kong and Asia whose leadership is … Read more

Drugs and firearms seized, Napier

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Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Detective Sergeant Glenn Restieaux – Officer in Charge Hastings Criminal Investigation Branch: Police have arrested three men after a clandestine lab was located at an address in Napier today. Eastern District Organised Crime Unit, with the assistance from other specialist staff, executed a warrant at an address on Phillips…

Environment Canterbury prepares as bird flu detected in Australia

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Source: Environment Canterbury Regional Council Date: 23 Jun 2026 Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) is working closely with the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) after confirmation of the H5N1 strain of bird flu in two migratory seabirds in Western Australia. H5N1 bird flu is a seasonal, contagious virus that predominantly affects wild and domesticated birds.…

Federated Farmers – Fresh hope for Waikato farmers caught by Plan Change 1

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Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers is welcoming news the Government will consider options to prevent Waikato farmers being hit by rules developed under an old planning system. Speaking at the Primary Industries NZ Summit in Auckland today, Minister of Agriculture Todd McClay addressed growing concerns about the effects Waikato Region Plan Change 1 (PC1) could have … Read more