Greenpeace joins complaint to EU over NZ’s climate policy regression

Source: Greenpeace Aotearoa Greenpeace Aotearoa has joined a complaint to the EU, lodged by EU-based organisation Both ENDS, over New Zealand’s failure to comply with clauses in the EU-NZ Free Trade Agreement requiring strong climate action. Greenpeace Aotearoa Executive Director Dr Russel Norman says, “The New Zealand Government has spent the last three years systematically … Read more

Asia-Pacific Events – IMC returns to Seoul in 2027

Source: East-West Center The East-West Center’s 9th International Media Conference will return to South Korea in late June 2027. Join journalists, editors, and media leaders from the Indo-Pacific and beyond for candid conversations, practical sessions, and new opportunities to connect. Together, we’ll examine key trends across the region and the forces reshaping how news is … Read more

Aviation – CAA consultation opens on proposed passenger security levy reduction

Source: Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand CAA has opened targeted consultation on a proposal to reduce domestic and international passenger security levies by 5%. The proposal is possible because CAA has strengthened its financial position and improved the efficiency of aviation security delivery while maintaining service performance. If progressed, the domestic levy would reduce … Read more

Twenty-five years of helping New Zealanders get their money Sorted – Retirement Commission

Source: Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission Sorted, New Zealand’s free and independent money guide, is celebrating a quarter of a century of helping New Zealanders sort their finances. Launched on 30 September 2001, Sorted was the country’s first free, independent online money guide, giving New Zealanders trusted information to make informed financial decisions. It’s … Read more

“What are we giving up?” – cost of living pushing working people out of an ordinary life

Source: NZCTU Working New Zealanders across every income bracket are skipping meals, putting off the dentist and draining their savings just to get by a new report from the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi shows. The Cost of Living: What are we giving up? draws on anonymous responses to an NZCTU…

Stay vigilant in spring for safe outdoor adventures

Source: NZ Department of Conservation Spring is here with longer days and the promise of warmer temperatures. But with many of us taking a winter hiatus, NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) has some essential advice for easing back into more adventurous hikes and tramps. ??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ” data-large-file=”https://i0.wp.com/blog.doc.govt.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Logan-Penniket-Mavora-Lakes_O2-e1790715369571.jpg?fit=580580&ssl=1″ src=”https://i0.wp.com/blog.doc.govt.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Logan-Penniket-Mavora-Lakes_O2.jpg?resize=580387&ssl=1″ alt=”Two hikers with backpacks walking through a…

Proposal to reduce flight passenger security levies

Source: New Zealand Government A proposed reduction to flight passenger security levies will generate millions of dollars in annual savings for the aviation sector and meets the Government’s commitment to reduce levies once the sector’s regulator had stabilised post-Covid, Associate Transport Minister James Meager says. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is consulting on a proposed…

Man sought for interview, Mount Dewar area

Source: New Zealand Police Attribute to Sergeant Terry Wood, Queenstown Police:  Police seek the public’s help to identify a man seen on the summit track in the Mount Dewar area about 12.30pm on Friday afternoon 18 September.   The man is described as of Asian complexion, in his 30s, average to taller in height. Slim build with…

Prime Minister pays tribute to Adrian Rurawhe

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has expressed deep sadness at the death of former Labour MP and Speaker of the House Adrian Rurawhe. “Adrian was one of those Members of Parliament with huge mana,” Mr Luxon says. “He was a highly respected Speaker, and his fairness and calmness meant colleagues from all…

Homicide investigation launched, Edgeware

Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Colin Baillie: A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of a woman in Edgeware, Christchurch this morning. Police were called to a Purchas Street property just before 6am. Upon arrival, a woman was located deceased. A second person who was at the address is…

KiwiRail steamrolls the naysayers again

Source: New Zealand Government Rail Minister Winston Peters welcomed State Owned Enterprise KiwiRail’s annual result today and issued congratulations to every rail worker, including Board Chair Suzanne Tindal, the newest apprentices, and everyone in between. “KiwiRail reported a $162 million operating surplus and an 11 percent growth in rail freight revenues in the financial year…

MED-EL Launches World’s First Commercially Available Totally Invisible Cochlear Implant

Source: Media Outreach · World’s first and only commercially available cochlear implant with all components implanted beneath the skin· Continuous hearing day and night· Hearing performance designed to be the same as established cochlear implant solutions INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA – Newsaktuell – 29 September 2026 – MED-EL, a global leader in hearing implant technology, today announced … Read more

Beijing Marathon to Kick Off on October 18: Road Running Charm Blooms in the Golden Autumn Capital

Source: Media Outreach BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – On September 28, the 2026 Bank of China Beijing Marathon & National Marathon Championships held a press conference in Beijing, officially disclosing the event’s preparation details and competition arrangements. The race is scheduled to start on October 18, 2026, with a … Read more

ISABELLE.C Debuts Wearable Art and Intangible Cultural Heritage Masterpieces at New York Fashion Week’s China Institute Fashion Week

Source: Media Outreach Hong Kong Heritage Luxury Brand ISABELLE.C Redefines Modern Chinese Aesthetics, Unveiling Its Intangible Heritage Collection at China Institute Fashion Night NEW YORK, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – Blending millennia-old Chinese textile heritage, exquisite intangible craftsmanship and contemporary artistic aesthetics, prestigious Hong Kong luxury fashion house ISABELLE.C staged … Read more

Green GSM Officially Launches All-Electric Taxi Service In Northern Mindanao, Philippines

Source: Media Outreach EL SALVADOR, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – Green GSM officially launches its all-electric taxi service in Northern Mindanao, Philippines, marking the brand’s next expansion in the market. With the launch of the first all-electric taxi service in the region, Green GSM brings modern, safe and comfortable mobility … Read more

Wesley Methodist School’s “Warkah” Puts Young Voices at the Heart of Nation-Building Letters to the Prime Minister capture students’ hopes, values and aspirations for Malaysia

Source: Media Outreach KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – The hopes of young Malaysians for the country they will inherit, and the difference they hope to make, come through in Warkah untuk Perdana Menteri: Suara Wesleyan, Impian Sebuah Negara Bangsa (Letters to the Prime Minister: Voices of Wesleyans, A … Read more

Countdown to 2037: Strategic Public-Private Agenda Unleashes Blueprint to Double Thailand’s Economic Growth

Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – Aiming to attain high-income nation status by 2037, Thailand is deploying an ambitious action plan across state agencies, financial institutions, and industry leaders to transition from low-cost assembly to a high-value, investment-led economy. Building on discussions at the Bangkok Business Summit … Read more

UPDATED – ONEKEY Presents “CRA Fast Start” at it-sa 2026

Source: ONEKEY GmbH UPDATED – The Düsseldorf-based firmware security specialist will focus on compliance with the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) at it-sa in Hall 9 (Booth 9-346) Düsseldorf/Nuremberg, September 29, 2026 — Since September 11, manufacturers of connected devices, machines, and systems have been required to actively report vulnerabilities and serious security incidents in accordance with the … Read more

UPDATED – KOF Economic Barometer: Economic outlook remains favourable

Source: KOF Economic Institute UPDATE: The KOF Economic Barometer rises in September. After its consecutive increases over the previous months, it continues to stay above its medium-term average. The outlook for the Swiss economy remains favourable. In September, the KOF Economic Barometer increases by 1.6 points to a level of 109.1 (after a revised 107.5 … Read more

Over 1,000 Entrepreneurs Gather in Kunming for TOJOY 2026 “Jun’s Circle” Fireside Chat

Source: Media Outreach Spotlighting the AI Wave and Exploring Paths Forward for Private Enterprises HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – The second “Jun’s Circle” Fireside Chat, initiated by Ge Jun, an Academician of the International Eurasian Academy of Sciences and Chairman and CEO of TOJOY Shared Smart Enterprise Services … Read more

Guidance for the retail sector

Source: Privacy Commissioner IPP 1 – Purpose for collection Make sure you are only collecting personal information for a reason to do with your business or organisation.  For example, your purpose for collecting personal information could be to deliver a product, provide a service, or to find the right person to employ.  IPP 2 –…

iMotion Technology Establishes Japan Branch, systematically accelerating Overseas Expansion

Source: Media Outreach TOKYO, JAPAN – EQS Newswire – 29 September 2026 – On September 28 2026, iMotion Technology (01274.HK) officially established its Japanese branch in Shinagawa, Tokyo. After the establishment of the Europe R&D Center (Munich, Germany) and the Malaysia Manufacturing Plant, this marks another key step in iMotion’s global expansion strategy and will … Read more

Ping An Digital Bank Celebrates 6th Anniversary, Total Assets and Customer Deposits Both Surge Over 130% YoY, Net Interest Income Rises 55% YoY

Source: Media Outreach Demonstrated Full-Licence Advantages, Strengthened Fee Income Capabilities, Expanding into High-End Wealth Management Segment to Forge New Growth Engines, Deepening Trade Finance to Support Government Initiatives, Serving the Real Economy via Financial Services As of 30 June 2026, Ping An Digital Bank’s total assets exceeded HK$15.6 billion, while total customer deposits reached nearly … Read more

Fewer than 1 in 3 Singaporeans have enough savings for prolonged critical illness recovery

Source: Media Outreach 2 in 3 Singaporeans expect recovery during their ‘health gap’ year to cost more than $200,000 SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – Recovering from a critical illness (CI) can take far longer than many Singaporeans expect, yet few are financially prepared for the journey. A poll by Prudential … Read more